USD 428 Board of Education meeting
Monday, Jan. 8 - 5 p.m.
District Education Center, 201 S. Patton Road, Great Bend
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1 Roll Call
1.2 Adoption of Agenda
1.3 Recognition of Visitors
1.4 Request to Speak Reminder
· Persons may present ideas or concerns regarding USD 428. The Board will take no action at this meeting. Such items will be referred to the appropriate administrator(s) for future information and researched and reported back to the Board at a later meeting. Personalities and behavior of employees are not to be presented during this period but are to be reported to the employee’s immediate supervisor. The president shall determine the amount of time spent on citizen participation.
1.5 Citizen’s Open Forum
2. RECOGNITIONS / ACHIEVEMENTS
· School Board Recognition
USD 428 Administration recognizes board members for an elected official's crucial role in our community and schools. These extraordinary people voluntarily tackle the enormous job of governing the district. Their actions and decisions affect the present and future lives of our children. Thank you, USD 428 Board of Education, for your time and commitment to our schools!
· R.O.S.E. Award
The Board of Education’s continuing efforts to recognize individuals or groups for their services to the school district, the R.O.S.E. (Recognizing Outstanding Support of Education) Award was created. The most current recipient of a R.O.S.E. award will be introduced.
Cody Cale, District Support Specialist, is nominated for the R.O.S.E. Award. Cody was at a varsity basketball game and noticed a person in distress was turning blue as they exhibited the universal sign of choking. Cody quickly proceeded to perform the Heimlich maneuver to eject a throat obstruction. Cody’s quick response and knowledge of the maneuver changed a dangerous situation into a positive ending. Thank you, Cody, for being present and knowing how to respond!
3. COMMUNICATIONS
· Board Member Comments
· USD 428 Education Foundation
· Written Communications / Correspondence
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Second Reading of BOE Policy
At the meeting on 12/11/2023, BOE members heard the first reading of KASB-recommended new and revised policies. At this second reading, the administration recommends approval.
Revision EBBD Evacuations and Emergencies
Revision EE Food Service Management
New GARIA Pregnant and Parenting Employees
Revision (TC) GARID Uniformed Service Leave
Revision JBH Release of Student During School Day
New JDDAA Student Misuse of Medication
Revision JGFGBA Student Self-Administration of Medication
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Presentation of 2022-2023 Business Audit
The 2022-2023 business audit report and governance letter of AdamsBrown, LLC, have been prepared. Danielle Hollingshead, CPA, will present the report and answer related questions. Board approval of the audit will be recommended. Board members may seek additional information prior to the meeting by contacting Khris Thexton at the DEC or Danielle Hollingshead at the office of AdamsBrown, LLC.
B. Approval to Extend Officer Term to July
The S.B. 130 law passed in April 2019 changed the month that school boards elect the board president and vice-president to January instead of July. With the adoption of this resolution, USD 428 wishes to extend the term of the current president and vice-president for the remainder of the current school year, and elect new officers at the July organizational meeting. Furthermore, reaffirming the meeting dates and times for the remainder of the current school year is requested.
C. Approval of Education Foundation Trustees
The USD 428 Education Foundation is an independent community-based organization that meets monthly to improve the quality of education by directing its resources toward areas of identified need. The USD 428 Education Foundation Board of Trustees received applications to fill vacancies on the board of trustees. Anna Faye Hensley, Jayme Mayers, and Tina Mingenback’s terms have ended, and Dan Quillin and Jaimee Beugelsdijk will fill their positions. A list of all trustees is available for BOE members to review and approve.
D. Fundraiser Requests for 2024-2025
To fulfill plans for organization fundraising during the 2024-2025 year, the administration has received specific requests (timing and types of fundraisers) from school parent-organization representatives for BOE consideration. The administration recommends approval.
6. CURRICULUM REPORT
A. Professional Learning Community Update
Mrs. Blevins will update the Board on upcoming district staff professional development plans and opportunities for district leaders, administration, and teaching staff.
B. Curriculum Adoption Update
The K-6 ELA (English Language Arts) adoption is in the process of piloting new programs and the beginning phase of the K-12 Science adoption. Teachers piloting new curricula have been able to review materials and product samples.
C. Curriculum Meetings
§ Curriculum Steering Committee: next meeting 1/9/24
§ Professional Development Council (PDC): met 1/8/24
7. BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS REPORT
A. ESSER III Information
Mr. Popp will update the Board regarding the remaining ESSER III funds that must be spent by 9/30/2024.
B. Committee Updates
Mr. Popp will provide an update on the progress of the following committees.
· Insurance Committee 1/10/24, 4-6 p.m.
· Safety Committee 2/6/24
C. Camera System Update
The security camera system around the district requires expansion, and the current system is an older system that cannot be expanded with new technology. A new camera system with improved functionality will be presented for consideration for future purchase.
D. Energy Savings Performance Contract
A partnership with an energy company could potentially produce improvements that will decrease energy consumption for the district. These savings are then used to pay for the improvements over the course of several years. Mr. Popp will present an opportunity to participate in an ESCO to improve the efficiency of district facilities.
E. Project Updates
Mr. Popp will update the Board on the status of current projects.
8. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
A. USD 428 Education Foundation Mini-grants (Attachment 8,A)
Mini Grant applications are due January 26, 2024. Licensed staff with innovative teaching ideas are encouraged to apply for these grants.
B. IBB Meeting
Members representing GB-NEA and the Board of Education will tentatively meet at the District Education Center for Interest-Based Bargaining (IBB) on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. The meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. John Rasmussen from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service will provide IBB training to participants.
C. Board of Education Assignments
The district has various district committees which board members are assigned to. Mr. Thexton will discuss available positions.
D. Board of Education Work Session
Mr. Thexton recommends holding a KASB-led work session for board members to review district goals and review leadership roles. This workshop is tentatively scheduled for March 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
E. Approval of Grants / Contributions
9. FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
10. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes (December 11, 2023)
B. Acceptance of Bills and Financial Reports
C. Personnel Report
11. UPCOMING DATES
· BOE Luncheon Meeting: Thursday, January 25, 2024, Riley Elementary School
· BOE Regular Meeting: The next BOE regular monthly meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2024, at the District Education Center.
· IBB Negotiation Meeting: 8:00 a.m., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the District Education Center.
12. ADJOURNMENT