March 21, 2022 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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I. CALL TO ORDER
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II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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III. DISTRICT POINTS OF PRIDE
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Rick Sansted will share with the board the "206 Points of Pride." The persons being recognized this month are: The 6th grade Math Masters regional competition was held recently. Zack Frisell placed 1st in the fact drill competition, while Levi Preston took 1st in the individual round. 8th grader, Mia Black, won the 2022 Scholastic Awards for Art & Writing and was presented with the Gold Key for her work called ‘Lamb in Photography.’ Community Education’s Alexandria Area Gymnastics teams competed in the Midwest Amateur Gymnastics Association Division Championships in March. The AAG Team White placed 3rd in Division 6. The AAG Team Red placed 3rd in Division 4. Coach Kathryn Freeman was named Coach of the Year for Division 4. Erik Hedstrom scored his 1,000th career point in the February 25th basketball game vs. St. Cloud Apollo. Wrestlers Kelly Johnson and Cole Vatnsdal made the Section 8AA Wrestling All-Academic Team, while the entire Wrestling Team was recognized as a Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association (MWCA) Gold Academic Team with a 3.68 GPA. In other wrestling news, Mason McGrane took 1st place and Blaze Nelson took 2nd in their respective weight classes at sections. Both went on to compete at the State Tournament. The Boy’s Hockey Team won the section championship and earned a trip to the State Tournament, where they took 4th place. Boy’s Hockey players Josiah Gronholz, Pieter Mulder and Teagan Pfeffer were selected to play on the All Section - First Team, while Brycen Berg and Tyler Kludt were All Section - Honorable Mention. Josh Meyers was named the Section 6A Boys Hockey Head Coach of the Year. The Boy’s Swimming & Diving Team wrapped up their season with a multitude of celebrations:
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IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
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IV.A. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following pages provide a copy of the minutes from the February 28, 2022 regular school board meeting. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the minutes as printed. |
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IV.B. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR FEBRUARY 2022
Presenter:
Trevor Peterson
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The listing of bills for payment is the last attachment to this agenda. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the payment of bills for February 2022. |
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IV.C. APPROVE MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR FEBRUARY 2022
Presenter:
Trevor Peterson
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following pages provide a summary report of revenue and expenditures for the district as of February 28, 2022. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the revenue and expenditures reports for the month of February 2022. |
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IV.D. APPROVE PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
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IV.D.1. EMPLOYMENT
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
We recommend the board employ the following staff and pay them according to salary schedules:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the employment agreements. |
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IV.D.2. EMPLOYMENT - CO-CURRICULAR
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
We recommend the board employ the following staff members and pay them according to the salary schedule: Co-Curricular Staff:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the employment of the individuals named. |
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IV.D.3. RESIGNATIONS
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
We have received notice of resignation from the following staff members:
Co-Curricular Staff:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the resignation of the individuals named above. |
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IV.D.4. LEAVE OF ABSENCE REQUESTS
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
We have received a number of Leave of Absence requests. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the following leave requests:
The administration recommends the board deny the following leave request:
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IV.D.5. RETIREMENTS
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
We have received a letter of retirement from the following staff members:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends that the board approve the retirements of these individuals as requested, with appreciation for their years of service to the district. |
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IV.E. APPROVE SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATIONS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The administration recommends that the school board approve the submission of the following:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the school board approve the resolution to submit the grant applications. |
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IV.F. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT DONATIONS AND GRANTS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
As per district policy, the board is required to approve the submission and acceptance of donations and grants to the district that exceed $1,000. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the school board approve the attached resolution accepting grants and donations to the school district. |
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IV.G. APPROVE FIRST READING OF DISTRICT POLICIES
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following pages provide suggested policy additions or policy revisions for first reading. Administration will review the policies at the meeting.
The Curriculum/Policy Committee reviewed the policies at their committee meeting and supports the additions and revisions. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the first reading of the policies listed above. |
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IV.H. ADOPT DISTRICT POLICIES
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following policies received a first reading at the February 2022 board meeting:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board adopt Policies 524/453, 619, 720, 806, 901 and 912. |
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IV.I. REPEAL DISTRICT POLICY
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following policy is recommended for repeal:
The Curriculum/Policy Committee reviewed the policy at their committee meeting and supports repealing. The administration is in support of this recommendation. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends repealing Policy 106 - School District Goals and School Improvement Goals. |
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IV.J. APPROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT AGREEMENTS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Annually, the school board approves educational agreements between the District and various consultants, agencies and service providers. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the following agreements:
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V. REPORTS/DISCUSSION ITEMS
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V.A. BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS UPDATE
Presenter:
Wade Nibbe
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Wade Nibbe will share highlights from the Buildings & Grounds Department. A question and answer time will be provided at the meeting. No formal action is expected. |
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V.B. UPDATE ON ELEMENTARY PROGRAMMING
Presenter:
Darcy Josephson
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Darcy Josephson will share information about the elementary programming efforts pertaining to the strategic plan. A question and answer time will be provided at the meeting. No formal action is expected. |
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VI. ACTION ITEMS
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VI.A. APPROVE 2022-2023 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Presenter:
Trevor Peterson
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Business Director, Trevor Peterson, will review the 2022-2023 capital improvement projects proposal. The Budget/Facilities Committee has also reviewed the proposal and supports the recommended action. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends approval of the 2022-2023 capital improvement projects as presented. |
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VII. COMMUNICATION ITEMS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
INFORMATION
The district administrative team will provide informational updates to the board at the meeting. The following pages provide the minutes of recent meetings of the Personnel/Negotiation Committee, Curriculum/Policy Committee and the Budget/Facilities Committee. Also, school board members will share information and other updates as appropriate. |
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VII.A. ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
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VII.B. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
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VII.C. SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
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VII.D. ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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