January 10, 2022 at 4:45 PM - Regular Board Meeting & Executive Session
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I. CALL TO ORDER - Regular Meeting
Presenter:
Joanne Conlin
Discussion:
The Regular Meeting was called to order at 4:45pm.
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II. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
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II.A. BOARD PLEDGE: We pledge that our decisions will cultivate the unique skills and abilities of all learners to reach their greatest potential in order to develop well-rounded learners inspired to EXCEL.
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III. INFORMATION ONLY - GOOD THINGS
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III.A. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Linda Gibson informed the board that enrollment is currently 2350 students, that is up over 300 from last year.
For professional development last Friday there was a guest speaker, which was well received. Though a bit late now, Linda attended several wonderful Christmas concerts at the auditorium. There were some plumbing issues, but facilities is working on the plumbing and remodel of the bathrooms now. The district is working on obtaining grants for homeless and those with special needs. |
III.B. Governing Board
Discussion:
Jolynn Schinstock commented on how much she appreciated Don Downey's update on facilites. We are moving forward.
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IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Members of the Governing Board shall not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during an open call to the public unless the matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action.
Discussion:
There were four requests to address the board. All of them we related to COVID guidelines, protocols and quarantine times for students and staff.
Rebecca Waterman, Ben McDowell, Jeff Robbins and Mike Schinstock all spoke. |
V. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION
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V.A. Information and Discussion on COVID
Presenter:
Linda Gibson
Discussion:
Gila County Health Department was on the phone to answer questions for the board. Stella Gore, Josh Beck and Michael O'Driscoll were available and answered several questions.
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VI. ACTION ITEMS
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VI.A. Consent Agenda
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VI.A.1. Approve Personnel Action Report
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VI.A.2. Approve Student Activities Report
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VI.A.3. Approve Payroll and Expense Voucher List
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VI.A.4. Approve Donation Report
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VI.A.5. Approve Minutes from December 13, 2021
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VI.B. Discussion and Possible Action on District Three Year Calendar
Presenter:
Linda Gibson
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VI.C. Discussion and Possible Action on High School Course Catalog
Presenter:
Linda Gibson
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VI.D. Discussion and Possible Action on Middle School Course Catalog
Presenter:
Linda Gibson
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VI.E. Discussion and Possible Action on Lease for Building on South McLane Road
Presenter:
Linda Gibson
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VI.F. Discussion and Possible Action on a Resolution on Signing of Vouchers By Board Members Between Board Meetings
Presenter:
Kathie Manning
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VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION Pursuant to ARS §15-843 and ARS § 38-431.03 (A)(1) a public body may go into executive session for discussion on the Superintendent's evaluation.
(Read Prior to Executive Session) All persons present are hereby reminded that it is unlawful to disclose or otherwise divulge to any person who is not now present, other than a current member of the Board, anything that has transpired or has been discussed during this executive session. To do so is a violation of A.R.S. §38-431.03 A.2, A.3. unless pursuant to a specific statutory exception. Move to Regular Session
Discussion:
Barbara Underwood made a motion to move into Executive Session at 5:41pm, seconded by Audrey Hogue. Motion carried.
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VIII. ACTION ITEM
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VIII.A. Discussion and Possible Action on Superintendent's Evaluation
Discussion:
The board wanted to thank Linda Gibson for giving the district the tools to improve. Linda is fair, respectful and terrific. She is a great model for the district.
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IX. INFORMATION ONLY
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IX.A. Future Agenda Items
Discussion:
Executive Session so board can discuss COVID.
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X. ADJOURN - Michell Marinelli
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:21pm.
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