October 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. KIBSD Board of Education
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Board of Education President, Kerry Irons USCG Advisory Representative, CWO Graham Edwards Superintendent, Dr. Cyndy A. Mika |
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2. Preliminaries
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2.a. Call to Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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2.b. Legal Statements
Speaker(s):
Board President
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It is the policy of the Kodiak Island Borough School District to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, veteran's status, veteran's disability, or political affiliation. |
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2.c. Public Notification of Recording
Speaker(s):
Board President
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This event is live-streamed. As per Board Bylaw 9324, Board Minutes, a temporary recording of this meeting may be made for the purpose of creating minutes and the camera is placed in plain view.
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2.d. Location of Board Meeting Agendas and Documents
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Board of Education meeting agendas and supporting materials are published on the internet through BoardBook. The link may be found on the District website, www.kibsd.org under the Board of Education tab.
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3. Opening Items
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3.a. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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3.b. Alutiiq Land Acknowledgment
Speaker(s):
Board President
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We are gathered today on the traditional homeland of the Alutiiq/Sugpiaq people. The heritage and culture of the Alutiiq people continue to enrich our communities and our schools.
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3.c. Oath of Office
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The Kodiak Island Borough Municipal Election was held on October 6, 2025. The election results were ratified and certified at the October 16, 2025, Assembly regular meeting. The presiding officer should administer the Oath of Office to re-elected Board member Jim Pryor.
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3.d. Roll Call
Speaker(s):
Board President
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3.e. Reorganization of the Board
Description:
As per Board Bylaw 9120, Officers, the Board elects a president, vice president, clerk, and treasurer within 7 days after the certification of election results. The Borough Assembly passed a resolution of the Borough government ratifying and certifying the election on October 16, 2025. Election of officers will proceed in the following order: President, Vice President, Clerk, and Treasurer. At the conclusion of the School Board reorganization, the newly elected Board President will preside over the remainder of the meeting. |
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3.f. Approval of the Agenda
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Board of Education Regular Meeting Agenda is presented for approval.
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4. Consent Agenda
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4.a. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Description:
Approval of the Consent Agenda passes all items indicated. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a School Board member so requests at this time. In the event of such request, the item is returned to the general agenda. Superintendent Cyndy Mika is requesting School Board action to approve the Consent Agenda to include:
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4.b. Facilities Joint Use Agreements
Description:
Annual renewal of the KIBSD Facility Joint Use Agreements
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4.c. ASB Minutes
Description:
The District has received Advisory School Board Minutes from Chiniak Advisory School Board.
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4.d. Board of Education Minutes
Description:
The Secretary to the Board of Education has prepared draft minutes for approval.
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4.e. October Staffing Report
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4.f. Grants Summary Report
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BP 3460 The Superintendent or designee shall keep the School Board informed about the District’s financial condition.
The Administration recommends the Board approve the FY26 Grant Summary Report submitted. |
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5. Student Representative Report
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5.a. Student Representative Report
Description:
Student Representative Tessa Davis will provide updates on student activities, achievements, and perspectives to inform the Board.
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6. Community Comments
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6.a. Community Comments
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Local call-in number: 907-486-7599 By Board Bylaw, a person wishing to be heard by the Board should first be recognized by the president. They shall then identify themselves and proceed to comment as briefly as the subject permits. Community comments shall be limited to three minutes per person. Local call-in number: 907-486-7599 |
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7. Program Presentations
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7.a. Alaska Family Engagement Center Grant Presentation
Speaker(s):
Emily Ferry, AASB Representative
Description:
AASB will provide the school board with a short presentation on the grant currently supporting KIBSD — the Alaska Family Engagement Center grant.
The grant is designed to address a specific piece of the student success puzzle: Alaska Family Engagement Center focuses on partnering with parents and caregivers as essential allies in student learning. AASB’s goal is to share: • How the grant is implemented in the district.
• The impact we are seeing for students, families, and staff. • How the board can help sustain and amplify the work. |
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7.b. AK Teach Annual Report
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7.c. Kodiak High School Annual Report
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7.d. Maintenance and Facilities Summer Work Report
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8. Action Items
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8.a. Advisory School Board Election Certification
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Per the Advisory School Board Manual - Elections: "The School Board, at its next regular meeting, shall certify the election of Advisory School Board members" Administration is requesting School Board action to certify the 2025 Rural Schools Advisory School Board election results for newly elected and re-elected members as follows: Akhiok School: election results are forthcoming |
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8.b. Monthly Financial Report
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BP 3460 The Superintendent or designee shall keep the School Board informed about the District's financial condition. The Board shall review the District's financial condition monthly, through the monthly Report of Revenues and Expenditures, to determine whether the district will be able to meet its financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year.
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8.c. Board Policy Update - BP 4118 Suspension/ Disciplinary Action, BP 4119.41 Employees with Infectious Disease, BP 4131 Staff Development, BP 4132 Publication or Creation of Materials, BP 4218 Dismissal/Suspension/ Disciplinary Action, and BP 4313.1 Load/Scheduling/Hours of Employment (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Description:
Superintendent Mika is requesting the adoption of updates to the following policies:
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8.d. Board Policy Update - BP 5141.3 Health Examinations, BP 5141.31 Immunizations, BP 5141.51 At-Risk Youths, and BP 5141.52 Suicide Prevention (First Reading)
Description:
Superintendent Mika is requesting the adoption of updates to the following policies:
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8.e. Asset Sale: KHS Construction Banya
Description:
Per BP 3270 and AR 3270, we are requesting Board approval to sell the KHS CONSTRUCTION BANYA (SY 25 project) as outlined in Board Policy and Administrative Regulations. A full count of receipts for the construction of said banya is $14,257.95. If Board approval is granted, we will sell the banya through the Public Silent Bid process as outlined in the AR, and will open the bid at $15,000.
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9. Community Comments
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9.a. Community Comments
Description:
Local call-in number: 907-486-7599 By Board Bylaw, a person wishing to be heard by the Board should first be recognized by the president. They shall then identify themselves and proceed to comment as briefly as the subject permits. Community comments shall be limited to three minutes per person. Local call-in number: 907-486-7599 |
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10. Reports
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10.a. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent will provide an update on district operations, recent events, and upcoming activities. This report highlights key developments, celebrates successes, and shares important dates relevant to the work of the district.
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10.b. Board Committee Reports
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Board members will provide updates from standing and ad hoc committees. These reports include recent discussions, actions, and recommendations to keep the full Board informed on committee work and progress.
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11. Board Comments
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11.a. Board Comments
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Board members may share remarks, updates, or reflections related to district operations, community engagement, or other matters of interest.
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12. Adjournment
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12.a. Adjournment
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13. Informational Items
Speaker(s):
Board President
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13.a. Monthly Campus Reports
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