September 28, 2017 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. Call Meeting to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Presenter:
Kathy Ursprung, Chair
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2. District Mission / Vision Statement
Description:
Mission Statement “Graduating all students to be college and career ready; challenging, inspiring, and empowering them to be healthy and productive citizens.” Vision Statement “North Wasco is a premier school district. We provide students a rigorous and relevant education with schools performing academically in the top 5% of the nation. Our students are inspired by a talented, innovative, and highly effective staff that values continuous professional growth. Our district graduates citizens who are ethical and motivated to achieve their limitless potential. North Wasco is fully embraced by the community, reflecting its health and well being.” |
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3. Comments from the Audience about Non Agenda Items
Description:
Speakers may offer objective criticism of district operations and programs but the board will not hear complaints concerning specific district personnel. The chair will direct the visitor to the appropriate means for board consideration and disposition of legitimate complaints involving individuals.
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4. Student Reports to the Board
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5. Consent Agenda
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5.a. Approve the School Board Retreat Minutes from August 19th, 2017
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5.b. Approve the Special School Board Meeting Minutes from September 13th, 2017
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5.c. Approve the School Board Meeting Minutes from August 24th, 2017
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5.d. Out of State Travel Request - C Tonn, TDHS Teacher
Description:
Request for Out of State Travel to attend a conference in Washington State.
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5.e. Out of State Travel for P Long, TDHS Teacher
Description:
Request for Out of State Travel to attend a conference in Nevada.
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5.f. Personnel Report
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5.g. Surplus Items
Description:
The Auto Mechanics Department at The Dalles High School has two vehicles they are recommending to be surplus.
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5.h. 2nd Reading/Adoption - Policy IGBAK - Special Education - Public Availability of State Application (with changes noted)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1965 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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5.i. 2nd Reading/Adoption - Policy IGBHE - Expanded Options Program (with changes noted)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1065 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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5.j. 2nd Reading/Adoption - Policy IGBC - Title IA/Parental and Family Involvement (no changes)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1965 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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5.k. 2nd Reading/Adoption Policy IGBAC - Special Education - Personnel (no addl changes)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1965 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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5.l. 2nd Reading/Adoption Policy JEA - Compulsory Attendance (no addl changes)
Description:
Pursuant to ORS 339.030, additional language has been added to policy JEA to identify another exemption from compulsory attendance for emancipated minors, or those minors who have made application to become emancipated. In addition, NWC Administrative Staff are recommending one revision to reflect current district language.
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5.m. 2nd Reading/Adoption Policy JHFDA - Suspension of Driving Privileges (no addl changes)
Description:
NWCSD Admin Staff are recommending changes to reflect current district language.
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5.n. 2nd Reading/Adoption Policy KL/GBM - Complaint Procedure (no addl changes)
Description:
NWCSD Administrative Staff are requesting to revise policy language for better clarification purposes.
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5.o. 2nd Reading/Adoption Policy KI - Public Solicitation in District Facilities (no addl changes)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1965 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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6. Old Business Discussion / Action:
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6.a. Update on District Facilities / Bond Process
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7. New Business Discussion / Action:
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7.a. Presentations / Reports:
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7.a.1. Superintendent's Report
Presenter:
Candy Armstrong
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7.a.2. Chief Financial Officer's Report
Presenter:
Randy Anderson
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7.a.2.a. Student Enrollment
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7.a.2.b. Financial Statements:
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7.a.3. Board Attorney's Report
Presenter:
Jason Corey
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8. Discussion / Action Items:
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8.a. Action Item: 2nd Reading/Adoption of School Board Policies
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8.a.1. Policy EEA - Student Transportation Services (changes noted)
Description:
On December 10th, 2015 the US Congress reauthorized the Elementary & Secondary Education Act of 1965 more commonly known now as the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). OSBA and the Oregon Dept of Education have reviewed and updated policies to reflect the new Act. **Additionally, once the Oregon State Plan is approved by the US Dept of Education, there could be additional policy revisions.
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8.b. Action Item: Transfer title of hillside property to Mosier Community School Foundation, Inc.
Description:
Please see attached discussion and action item.
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8.c. Handbooks for Board review: (no action required)
Description:
As per School Board Policy CHCA: All handbooks shall be available for review by the Board on an annual basis.
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8.c.1. Elementary Student/Parent Handbook
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8.d. Action Item: Request to retire / rehire for S Baker, District Office
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9. Informational Only: (no action required)
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9.a. Policy IGD-AR: Co-curricular Participation
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9.b. Facilities Report - Summer 2017
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10. Adjourn the Regular School Board Meeting
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