October 28, 2019 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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2.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Action Item
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AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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3. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
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Procedural Item
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A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room. Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments. The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item.
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3.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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The Ralston Board of Education appreciates the public's right to provide public comment. It is the practice of the Ralston Board to listen to the public comment, without discussion between the public and the Board. Should you have a question or ask for follow-up from the Board, the Board President will direct the Superintendent to address the requests and provide additional information to you as appropriate. We ask that you refrain from personal comments about individuals and the use of vulgar or inappropriate language in addressing the Board. At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
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4. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the October 14th meeting.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 – The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. AdvancED Standard 1.7 - Leaders implement operational processes and procedures to ensure organization effectiveness in support of teaching and learning. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.
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5. Board Development and Communication
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5.1. Board Members’ Update
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Information Item
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Board of Education members will discuss items they have recently observed or attended or items they wish to share with the other members of the Board of Education and the public.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are desinged to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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6. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
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6.1. District School Improvement--Cognia Overview
Speaker(s):
Dr. Michael Rupprecht
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Information Item
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Dr. Michael Rupprecht will guide a discussion with the Board of Education on the following items:
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6.2. NSCAS Data Review
Speaker(s):
Dr. Michael Rupprecht
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Michael Rupprecht will review global student performance data as measured by NSCAS.
Standard 2.5 - Educators implement a curriculum that is based on high expectations and prepares learners for their next levels. Board Policy 6004 Curriculum Development and Assessment.
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6.3. Government Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards will update the Board regarding Legislative issues.
AdvancED Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.
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6.4. NASB Updates and Information
Speaker(s):
Dr. Jay Irwin
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Jay Irwin will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards.
Standard 1.8 Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public.
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6.5. Enrollment Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board.
AdvancED Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.
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6.6. Board of Education Vacancy Timeline
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
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Procedural Item
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Dr. Adler and the Board of Education will review the proposed vacancy timeline for the open seat on the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education. Once the timeline has been reviewed and adjusted as appropriate t will become the plan to address the Board of Education Vacancy.
Standard 1.5 The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Policy 2002 Organization of the Board
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6.7. Board of Education Professional Development
Speaker(s):
Ms. Linda Richards
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Information Item
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Ms. Richards will provide learning and collaboration opportunities for the Board of Education and administration.
AdvancEd Standard 1.9 The system provides experiences that cultivate and improve leadership effectiveness. Policy 2003 Development and Education of Board Members. Policy 2001 Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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7. Standards Based School Improvement
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7.1. Administrative Cabinet Evaluation System (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler & Dr. Cecilia Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Dr. Mark Adler & Dr. Cecilia Wilken will review several administrative cabinet evaluation instruments with the Board of Education. These administrative cabinet evaluation systems are in draft form and have been updated in response to our evaluation system alignment to Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching. After discussion of these draft instruments for the administrative cabinet on October 14th, the Administration will ask the Board of Education to approve them with any suggested changes on October 28th.
The following are the cabinet evaluation systems under review:
Board Policy 4030, Evaluation of Certified Employees.
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7.2. RAVE Safety App (Action)
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Mr. Jason Buckingham will discuss the RAVE Safety App with the Board of Education. The administration will ask that the Board of Education approve the purchase of the RAVE Safety App.
Policy 3039 Threat Assessment and Response
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7.3. Early Graduation Request--Kathy Kolle (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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The administration asks that the Board of Education approve the early graduation request from Kathy Kolle a junior student at Ralston High School.
Standard 2.5 Educators implement a curriculum that is based on high expectations and prepares learners for their next levels. Policy 6005 Academic Credits and Graduation Requirements
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7.4. Early Graduation Request--Jakson Tamisiea (Action)
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Action Item
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The administration asks that the Board of Education approve the early graduation request from Jakson Tamisiea a junior student at Ralston High School.
Standard 2.5 Educators implement a curriculum that is based on high expectations and prepares learners for their next levels. Policy 6005 Academic Credits and Graduation Requirements
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7.5. Board of Education Resignation Request--Mr. Michael Overkamp (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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The administration asks that the Board of Education approve the resignation request from Mr. Michael Overkamp from the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education effective October 28, 2019.
Standard 1.5 The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Policy 2002 Organization of the Board
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8. Policy Review
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9. Executive Session Disclosure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. |
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10. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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10.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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10.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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10.3. Future Board Calendar
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Board of Education Meeting - Mon., November 11- 6:00 pm
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11. Adjourn
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Action Item
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AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
