June 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Scott Reisig.
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1.a. Call to Order
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
This meeting was held in accordance to the Open Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was published in the Star-Herald and on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website.
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4. Student Fees Public Hearing
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4.a. Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions, or observations by taxpayers relating to setting the Student Fee Schedule.
Discussion:
There were no members of the public present who wished to address the Board during the Student Fees Public Hearing.
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5. Title I Parental and Family Engagement Public Hearing
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5.a. Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions, or observations by taxpayers relating to the reviewing and readoption of Policy 6400 - “Parental/Community Involvement in Schools,” Policy 6410 - “Combined District and School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy,” and Policy 6410.1 - “Combined District and School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy Guidelines”
Discussion:
There were no members of the public present who wished to address the Board during the Title I Parental and Family Engagement Public Hearing.
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6. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.a. Adopt Agenda
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6.b. Approval of Certified Staff Hire
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6.b.1. Evelyn Andrews, Preschool Teacher, Bear Cub Preschool
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6.c. Approve Minutes as follows:
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6.c.1. May 13, 2024
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7. Expenditures
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7.a. Expenditures, without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C.: $3,124,897.14
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.b. Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian, and Vogl, P.C. Expenditures: $989.00
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Public Comment - a total of 60 minutes will be allotted (no more than 4 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
The following member of the public was present to address the Board of Education:
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9. Unfinished Business
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9.a. Board Policy Revision, Adoption, and Removal: Policy 1050 - “Public Access to School Records - Examination, Making Memoranda, and Copying,” Policy 3130 - “Purchasing Policies,” Policy 3571 - “Meal Charge Policy,” Policy 4141 - “Teacher Training,” Policy 5006 - “Option Enrollment,” Policy 5008 - “Attendance Policy and Excessive Absenteeism,” Policy 5101 - “Student Discipline,” Policy 5201 - “Promotion and Retention,” Policy 5205 - “Graduation,” Policy 6111 - “Classroom Environment,” Policy 6310 - “Textbook Loans,” Policy 8240 - “Membership in School Board Associations,” Policy 8346 - “Public Participation at Board Meetings” - Second Reading
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Board Member Beth Merrigan commented on the reading of Board Policy 8346 - "Public Participation at Board Meetings," stating the Board had received valuable feedback from a community member objecting to the four-minute per-person public comment limit. Mrs. Merrigan stated she would like to reconsider the reading of Policy 8346, with the intent of changing "four minutes" to "five minutes."
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10. New Business
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10.a. Board Policy Review and Adoption - Policy 3140 - “Contracting for Services,” Policy 5004 - “Full-time and Part-time Enrollment,” Policy 8342 - “Designated Method of Giving Notice of Meetings” - First Reading
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10.b. Committee on American Civics Update
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
Executive Director of Curriculum Mike Mason gave an update on the Committee on American Civics.
No member of the public was present to address the Board during the Committee on American Civics Update.
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10.c. Grades 3-5 Inspire Science Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.d. Grades 4-12 HMH English 3D Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.e. Grades 2, 3, & 5 Savvas myWorld Interactive Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.f. Annual Readoption of Board Policy 6400 - “Parental/Community Involvement in Schools,” Board Policy 6410 - “Combined District and School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy,” and Board Policy 6410.1 - “Combined District and School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy Guidelines”
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.g. High School ELA Intervention Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.h. 2024-2025 ReConnect Parent-Student Handbook
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.i. 2024-2025 Elementary Parent-Student Handbook
Speaker(s):
Bert Wright
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.j. Quiz Bowl
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.k. 2024-2025 Scottsbluff High School Parent-Student Handbook
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.l. Elementary iPad Sale
Speaker(s):
David Davis
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.m. Annual Readoption of Board Policy 5416 - "Student Fees"
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.n. 2017 Bond Payoff Resolution
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.o. Scottsbluff Schools Classified Association Negotiations
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson thanked Hopie Frueh, SSCA President, for the work she completed during this negotiation cycle.
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10.p. WNCC Storage Rental
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.q. Special Assignment Positions & Extra Standard Services Changes for 2024-2025
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.r. Property Disposal
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.s. Generator Sale
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.t. Generator Purchase
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Reports and Proposals
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11.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Board Member Rob Polk expressed appreciation for the time the Facilities and IT teams, specifically Travis Rickey, David Davis, and Jeff Schaneman, put into the generator sale and purchase agenda items, as well as the ongoing work to transition into the new facility.
Board Member Paul Snyder noted the Board regularly relies on the expertise of the SBPS staff to provide information and recommendations. Mr. Snyder extended appreciation to the staff, stating such expertise makes his work with the Board much easier. Board Member Beth Merrigan expressed appreciation for the staff in preparation for the Board meetings, noting the wealth of information provided to her by the staff is always delivered professionally and promptly. |
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11.b. Board Committee Reports
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11.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: August 16, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: July 2, 2024 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: July 1, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.4. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: August 15, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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11.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
Dr. Andrew Dick extended thanks and recognition to the Board members for their engagement and involvement since our last regular meeting and busy end of the school year, considering the events which recently took place, including graduation, ReConnect graduation, the Retirement and Recognition event, policy committee meetings, and the CHOICES Senior Celebration, on top of regular meetings as well. He noted there is a lot of time and effort from the Board that goes unrecognized. Dr. Dick thanked the Board for their dedication to our district, our students, and our families.
Dr. Dick shared that Scottsbluff High School was named the Nebraska 2024 Outstanding Rule 47 Career Academy. The award was received at last week's Nebraska Career and Education Conference at Kearney. He stated the criteria for this award was based on significant student achievement during the 2023 school year. He noted highlights include over 60 students placed in the top three in their respective Career and Technical Student Organizations, such as HOSA, DECA, and FCCLA. Over 70 students were placed in internships. The Class of 2023 earned a total of 2,685 college credits, saving families an estimated $445,996 in college expenses. Eight seniors acquired certifications of completion. Four students earned their cosmetology license and more than 40 students completed their Certified Nursing Assistant license. Dr. Dick stated the most recent graduating class may have exceeded some of these accomplishments. Dr. Dick recognized the Scottsbluff High School staff, including Justin Shaddick and his leadership team, as well as the teachers involved, noting the award was a very nice recognition of the programming at SHS. Dr. Dick recognized both current and past Board members, noting the payoff of the BMS bonds five years early. Dr. Dick noted this will save approximately $73.30 for every $100,000 in valuation and is a direct reflection of the conservative fiscal oversight that both the current Board and past Boards have exercised to make this payoff possible. Lastly, Dr. Dick thanked Mike Mason, David Davis, Travis Rickey, and Jeff Schaneman for their work on recent projects that were brought before the board in May and this evening. He stated something Mr. Mason does exceptionally well in his role as Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction is gathering teacher input when making curriculum adoptions and recommendations. Committee meetings are held and teachers are able to conduct research and bring forward recommendations. He noted the teachers' voices were very much present in those conversations, and thanked all involved in the work done to bring recommendations to the Board. Dr. Dick also recognized and thanked those who did a tremendous amount of work and research for the purchase and sale of the generators, noting David Davis took the lead on this project, with Travis Rickey and Jeff Schaneman assisting. |
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12. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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12.a. July 8, 2024 - Board of Education Meeting @ 6:00 PM
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13. Move Into Closed Session
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 7:51 PM.
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14. Exit Closed Session
Discussion:
The Board of Education exited Closed Session at 8:10 PM.
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15. Move into Closed Session
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 8:10 PM.
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16. Exit Closed Session
Discussion:
The Board of Education exited Closed Session at 9:05 PM.
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17. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education adjourned at 9:05 PM.
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