December 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting

Description:  Please Note: The Board reserves the right to (1) take items in a different order, (2) combine two or more Agenda items for consideration, and (3) to remove an item from the Agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the Agenda at any time, in order to accomplish the business on the Agenda in the most efficient manner.

Description:  Douglas High School JROTC will be presenting colors and leading the pledge of allegiance.

Description:  This item is an official apology to the community in regard to the Open Meeting Law (OML) violation findings.

Description:  Comments will be accepted in person, or through virtual participation via email; suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us no later than 12:30 p.m. the day of the meeting.  Email for public comment must include the submitting party’s full name.  Email for public comment will be posted as a supplemental document and copies will be provided to the board members. The names of those who have provided virtual public comment will be read during public comment and the emails will be included in the record, but the virtual public comment will not be read during the meeting. Comments may be made by members of the public on any matter within the authority of this Board.  Please note that public comment will be taken on items marked "for possible action" before action is taken on such items, and members of the public are encouraged to comment on such items at the time they are being considered.  Although members of the Board may respond to questions and discuss issues raised during public comment, no action may be taken on such a matter until the matter is placed on an agenda for action at a meeting of the Board.  In making public comment, speakers are asked to come to the table or podium, sign in, speak into the microphone, and identify themselves for the record. Commenters are instructed to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes, and not simply repeat comments made by others.

Description: 

Each year in December, when actual enrollment, actual employee contracts, and actual fund balances from the prior year are known, along with finalized legislative support and revenues, the District augments and/or amends all of its fund budgets to incorporate the financial effects of the new information into District budgets.  At this time, all revenue and expenditure accounts are reviewed and revised based on the latest information available.  Nevada Revised Statute 354.598005 requires such a revised budget to be filed with the State by January 1st of each year.

Description:  In accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code, the adoption of the following resolutions is necessary in order to officially make budget amendments and augmentations to the District's 2025–26 budgets. 

No. 25-03, "Resolution to Augment/Amend the General Fund Budget of the Douglas County School District for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year"
No. 25-04, "Resolution to Augment/Amend Special Revenue Funds (to which ad valorem taxes are not allocated) of the Douglas County School District for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year"
No. 25-05, "Resolution to Augment/Amend the Debt Service Fund Budget of the Douglas County School District for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year"

Included in each Board Member's agenda packet are copies of the Resolutions and supporting data including summary highlights of the expenditure changes in the District's General Fund and a detailed breakdown of General Fund resource changes.

Description:  On October 14, 2025, one of our bus drivers experienced a sudden and serious medical emergency while on duty. In the midst of this frightening situation, a GES student, Claira Barnett (4th grade), and a group of our dedicated staff members, Amber Walling, Inclusive Education Teacher, Natalie Pitts, Secretary II, and Leeann Caires, Risk & Benefits Coordinator, immediately sprang into action.

Rather than panicking, these individuals displayed remarkable composure. Claira demonstrated a maturity far beyond her years in assisting during the crisis. Claira noticed that her bus driver was not responding or acting normal and quickly ran for help. The staff members worked quickly to secure the scene and aid their colleague. The collective response not only ensured the safety of the other students on board but also ensured that our driver received immediate and critical care.

Description:  Information concerning the following consent items has been forwarded to each Board Member for study prior to this meeting.  Unless a Trustee or individual organization interested in one or more consent items has any questions concerning a particular item, the items are approved at one time by the Board of Trustees.  The Board President may defer action on such a particular matter or matters at his or her discretion, and may choose to place the same at the end of the regular agenda for separate consideration. 

Description:  Attached are Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of November 13, Special Board Meeting of November 14, 2025, and the Regular Board Meeting of November 20, 2025, for review and approval.
(November 20 minutes will be attached by Monday, 12/15, afternoon)

Description:  A complete list of payments contained in Accounts Payable Special Vouchers numbers 2646, 2647, 2648, 2649, 2650, 2651, 2652 and Regular Run Voucher numbers 2653 and 2654 are attached. Vouchers have been prepared in accordance to state law and copies of the Vouchers are available for review by the public at the Superintendent's office prior to the meeting.  

 

Description:  Listed on the Personnel Report No. 25-12 are personnel actions presented for consideration by the Board of Trustees.  Salaries for individuals employed will be determined in accordance with salary regulations of the District.

Description:  A complete list of budget adjustments made by the Director of Business Services during the recent course of business is provided for review and approval by the Board of Trustees as required by NRS 354.598005.

Description:  Trustee Katherine Dickerson resigned her position on the Board effective November 30, 2025.  The District has advertised this vacant District 6 seat in the Record Courier beginning November 26, 2025. The Board of Trustees will interview and may appoint a candidate to the District 6 seat at the January 15, 2026, Regular Board meeting. If appointed, the appointed member will serve the term to December 31, 2026.

Description:  Staff requests Board approval for a Professional Services Contract with Hessolutions, LLC and Jensen Professional Services for consulting services. This agreement covers the essential scope of work outlined in the contract. The contract term is from 12/19/2025 to 6/30/2026.

Description:  The Board will recess to closed session in order to discuss matters with its management representatives pursuant to NRS 288.220(4). No action will be taken during closed session.

Description:  Discussion and possible action on recommended approval of the tentative agreement with the Chapter 6, Bus Driver's Association for 2025-2027. If approved, this item will have an estimated fiscal impact of $8,060.00

Description:  Discussion and possible action on recommended approval of the tentative agreement with the Douglas County Professional Educators Association for 2025-2027. If approved, this item will have an estimated fiscal impact of $920,312.00           

Description:  Discussion and possible action adopting, adopting with revisions, or rejecting a notice of potential layoff due to reduction in force in accordance with NRS 288.151. Pursuant to NRS 288.151, a school district may implement a reduction in force affecting administrators when necessary due to budgetary conditions such as decreased enrollment or a reduction in the number of pupils served. 

Description:  Discussion and possible action to appoint a new clerk.

Description:  At the request of the Board, four (4) draft calendars for 2026-27 are presented for further discussion and possible action. Possible action may include approval of a calendar for 2026-27.

Description:  Presentation of report on graduation data components for the Douglas County School District Class of 2025.

Description:  The office of Education Services will share the staffing history of their office, along with the Professional Development Center. Information will also be shared regarding the responsibilities of Education Services and PDC.

Description:  To provide the Board of Education with an overview of the District's Inclusive Education services, focusing on compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), state requirements, student demographic data, current programs, anticipated programs, CASE funding, Medicaid billing, and grant awards. This is an informational item designed to ensure the Board is informed of the scope, challenges, and efficiencies of Inclusive Education services.

Description:  This item is presented for a First Reading, meaning no formal action or adoption is requested at this meeting; instead, the Board is asked to review the complete text of the proposed policy, discuss its provisions, clarity, and practical implications, and recommend any potential changes, deletions, or additions to the policy language before it is brought back for a final vote.

Description:  This item is presented for a First Reading, meaning no formal action or adoption is requested at this meeting; instead, the Board is asked to review the complete text of the proposed policy, discuss its provisions, clarity, and practical implications, and recommend any potential changes, deletions, or additions to the policy language before it is brought back for a final vote.

Description:  Discussion and possible action to review, discuss, approve, approve with conditions, revise, or deny the Superintendent's Evaluation Final Rating, for Superintendent Frankie Alvarado, for the 2025-26 School Year only.

Description:  Our Student Board Representative will give a report to the Board of Trustees.

Description:  Brief updates from the Board regarding District committees to which they are assigned. 

Description:  Superintendent, Frankie Alvarado, will report to the Board regarding activities of the past month and upcoming District events that may be of interest to them.

Description:  ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER INFORMATIONAL ITEMS ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE NON-ACTION ITEMS.  ANY MEMBER OF THE BOARD OR ANY CITIZEN MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE TAKEN FROM INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND DISCUSSED DURING THIS MEETING.

Description:  Donations received by school sites over the last month.  The District wishes to acknowledge and thank the generosity of all donors on behalf of the students we serve;

Donations:

• Sierra Club Great Basin Group donated $500 to CCMES to be used for the 5th Grade Science Camp.
• PWLMS reports (4) donations received so far this year:

1. $500 donation for CLS (donor wants to remain anonymous)
2. Jethro's hosted a Family Night and donated $300
3. Katherine Dickerson donated wigs and costumes to the drama department
4. Brandon Hill built props and sets for the drama department

• Genoa Volunteer Fire Department donated $3,500 to JVES to be split evenly for the purchase of books and supplies.

Description:  To the McKinney Vento district wide fundraiser:

• Minden Dental - (10) Gift Vouchers for Exam, X-rays, Cleaning & Fluoride Treatment, value unknown
• Carson Valley Inn & Casino - $5,000  
• Dick Campagni's Carson City Toyota - $2,500
• Cook'd Restaurant - (10) $30 Gift Cards
• Community Contributions - (1) $25 Master Card Gift Card, (1) $25 Smith's Gift Card, (4) $25 Target Gift Cards, and (1) $200 Personal Check

Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School Fundraiser, The PWL Fall Festival, earned $15.490.02

Description:  Monthly update on enrollment numbers for each school site is provided to the Board. 

Description:  Budget details are available to the public on the District website under the "About" heading.

Description:  (*) Times are estimated.  Items on the Agenda may be taken out of order.  The Board of Trustees may combine two or more agenda items for consideration, and may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time. Generally speaking, the item will be heard no earlier than the time indicated.

If copies of the complete agenda (and supporting materials) are desired in advance, they may be obtained at the District Office on the Monday preceding a regular meeting of the Board.  Please contact the District Office at 775-782-5134 or Suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us.

Notice to Individuals with Disabilities: Members of the public who require special assistance or accommodations are asked to notify the District Administration at 1638 Mono Avenue, Minden, Nevada, 89423, or by calling 782-5134, so that such notification is received at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting. In conformance with the Open Meeting Law, it is hereby noted that the agenda for the meeting of the Douglas County School Board of Trustees has been posted at the following locations:
Douglas County School District, Minden, NV
District website: www.dcsd.k12.nv.us
State of Nevada website: https://notice.nv.gov
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