March 26, 2018 at 5:00 PM - Board of Education Committee of the Whole Meeting

Discussion:  Mrs. Nielsen presented information on MAP testing historical data from 2012 going forward. The state testing will begin in April.  There will be no retakes. The testing will occur over multiple days. The Junios will be taking the ACT next week. John Baylor prep was not utilized for the ACT this year.  They reported that we did not see the benefits others have had. Mrs. Nielsen explained the difference between the state testing and MAP benchmark testing. MAP testing is adaptive based on how the kids answer. The state is working to make their test be more adaptive to give a more accurate picture. Results for the state testing will not be available to next Fall. 

Discussion:  Ms. Daniels reported on Presley Kitto completing his graduation requirements. 

Discussion:  Mr. Hoffman shared the 2018-2019 staffing plan. He explained the desired changes and ask for an additional FTE for the 2018-2019 school year. He also shared information about moves in the future that are being planned now.

Discussion:  Kristy and Kari shared information about the building project and the step of the project we are at. The funding piece was primarily discussed. 

Discussion:  Jacki Bird wants to come to the community and do a joint event with the children and adults. The tribe and school would split the cost. We are waiting for confirmation from the tribe before we make our contribution.

Discussion:  Information about the ESU 1 contract was shared with the Board. 

Discussion:  Mr. Hoffman shared information about the options for the 2018-2019 calendar developed by the Resource Team.

Discussion:  Kari needs possible dates for the Board retreat. Matt would like to come to Santee for a visit. The Board retreat could also be held in Santee. 

Discussion:  Ms. Daniels shared information about the policy and the conversation with the attorney.

Discussion:  Ms. Daniels shared information about Laserfiche. ESU 1 has negotiated a contract with Laserfiche to digitize our records. We have a lot of paper files. 

Discussion:  For classified interviews contact Board members by text and email. 

Discussion:  The Board would like to make the gym more accessible for kids during the night. We have incorporated the afterschool program open library with gym usage in the past and could look at options again. 

Discussion:  Adjourn at 6:14 PM.