August 19, 2014 at 6:30 PM - Education Committee - Regular School Board Meeting

1. Informational Items 

1.A. Informational Presentations

1.A.1) Jamie Zak, from Duluth Community Gardens, presented an overview of the School Garden Projects and Healthy Eating initiatives that transpired within the Duluth Public Schools over the past two school years.  This project is a result of the Duluth Community Garden and Community Transformation Grant that will sunset on September 30, 2014.

1.A.2) 2013-14 Head Start Outcomes Presentation

Pam Rees, Director of Head Start, presented a summary of the 2013-14 Duluth Public Schools Head Start Program Outcomes.

1.A.3) Denfeld and East High School Robotics Team Presentations

The 2013-14 Robotics Teams from Denfeld and East High Schools presented team  demonstrations and a recap of their extremely successful seasons.

1.A.4) School Improvement Efforts at Laura MacArthur Elementary (This item was tabled.)

Nathan Glockle, Principal at MacArthur Elementary, will present information on school improvement efforts and progress at Laura MacArthur Elementary.

2. Action Items

2.A. Presentation Items Requiring Approval - None

2.B. New Policy 5084 - Bullying Prohibition Policy

Attached for School Board review and approval for the second reading is new Policy 5084 - Bullying Prohibition Policy. Ron Lake, Climate Coordinator, was available to answer any questions regarding the recommended new policy.

2.C. Resolution E-8-14-3202 - Acceptance of Grant Awards to Duluth Public Schools 

Attached is Resolution E-8-14-3202 - Acceptance of Grant Awards to Duluth Public Schools, to accept and approve grant awards from the following organization:

Northland Foundation