October 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting/Business
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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Patrons can watch the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education Meeting by following the link below. |
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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2.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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3. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room. Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments. The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. |
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3.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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The Ralston Board of Education appreciates the public's right to provide public comment. It is the practice of the Ralston Board to listen to the public comment, without discussion between the public and the Board. Should you have a question or ask for follow-up from the Board, the Board President will direct the Superintendent to address the requests and provide additional information to you as appropriate. We ask that you refrain from personal comments about individuals and the use of vulgar or inappropriate language in addressing the Board. At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
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4. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the October 12, 2026 meeting; Subcommittee minutes included. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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5. Board Development and Communication
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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5.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Board of Education members will discuss items they have recently observed or attended or items they wish to share with the other members of the Board of Education and the public. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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6. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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6.1. District Recognition and Celebrations
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Recognizing the achievements and celebrations of our students and staff at RPS.
Tonight we recognize Ms. Kearney, Mr. Stepp and members from the cast of Mamma Mia! |
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6.2. Government Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
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Mr. Buckingham will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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6.3. NASB Updates and Information
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Elizabeth Kumru
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Elizabeth Kumru will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards.
Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public. |
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6.4. Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Program Review
Speaker(s):
Jen Pollock
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Yearly update on the current LEP program offerings and performance.
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6.5. High Ability Learner (HAL) Program Review
Speaker(s):
Britnie Abler, Christine Redemske, Kali Allen
Agenda Item Type:
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Yearly update on the current HAL program offerings and performance.
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6.6. Superintendent Evaluation policy, timeline, goal setting and process
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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The policy, timeline, goal setting and process for the evaluation of the superintendent will be reviewed.
10/19-10/25 Superintendent self-evaluation 10/27 NASB sends self-evaluation to the BOE 10/27-11/5 BOE completes Supt. evaluation 11/16 Final results reported to the BOE president 11/23 Final results presented for approval at the BOE meeting Nebraska Frameworks Standard Vision and Purpose, Commitment to Continuous Improvement
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6.7. Voluntary Separation Program
Speaker(s):
Aaron Bredenkamp
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Aaron Bredenkamp will outline the District's Voluntary Separation Program detailed in Policy 4055. Each year the Board of Education will consider offering the program to certified staff. Consideration normally happens in November. Jason Buckingham will outline the details of the program, next steps, and recommendations for the 2025-2026 school year.
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6.8. Grant Funding Report
Speaker(s):
Aaron Bredenkamp
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Per our Strategic Plan, this is a yearly review of the grant funding received by RPS, and how it is used.
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7. Board Action Items
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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7.1. Approval of Policy 3050 Technology in the Classroom (Action)
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Policy 3050, Technology in the Classroom, language has changed to update to current technology.
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7.2. Approval of Policy 4025 Superintendent (Action)
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
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Action Item
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Policy 4025 Superintendent language has changed to include the update and the Board's request for defined job description.
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8. Policy Review
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Procedural Item
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Discussion:
3054 Law Enforcement Unit
3063 Gate Receipts and Admissions 4048 Assessment Administration and Security 4052 Job References to Prospective Employers
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9. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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9.1. Announcements
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9.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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9.3. Future Board Calendar
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Information Item
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Board of Education Meeting - Mon. Oct. 26th- 6:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center
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10. Adjourn
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. |
