October 23, 2014 at 8:20 AM - Special School Board Meeting and Board Member/Superintendent Workshop

I. Call to Order - Chair Lewis

II. Conduct Pledge of Allegiance - Chair Lewis

III. New Business

III.A. Board Consideration of Approval of Program Assistants Contract for 2014-2016 - John Christiansen

IV. Adjournment

V. BOARD MEMBER/SUPERINTENDENT WORKSHOP AGENDA

V.A. Overview of Education and Hiring Difficulties in Minnesota and Dakota/Scott Counties
           Mark Jacobs - Director of the Dakota/Scott Workforce Investment Board/John Christiansen ISD 917

V.B. Update on ISD 917 program enhancements in the Career and Technical Programs and ALC's - Eric VanBrocklin

V.B.1. Auto Technician Program

V.B.2. Introduction to Apprenticeships

V.B.3. Work experience/project learning

V.C. Discussion:  What areas are most viable for creating partnerships with area employers and DCTC?  (video Mike Rowe)

V.C.1. Heavy Duty Truck Technology

V.C.2. Railroad Conductor Technology

V.C.3. Mechatronics

V.C.4. Introduction to Industrial and Energy Plant Maintenance

V.C.5. Introduction to Welding Technology

V.C.6. IPC Soldering Certification

V.C.7. Basic Forklift Operation and Safety Training

V.C.8. Pharmacy Technician

V.D. Review Intermediate School Districts legislative priorities

V.E. Review of enrollment trends in ISD 917 programs and services

V.F. ISD 917 2013/14 Revenue and Expense Summary Review

V.G. Adjourn