February 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM - REGULAR MEETING
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
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1.1. Roll Call
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1.2. Adoption of Meeting Agenda
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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2. CONSENT ITEMS
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2.1. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Discussion:
Minutes from the January 22, 2024, regular Board meeting were approved. |
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2.2. Approval of Treasurer's Report
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2.3. Approval of Warrants
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3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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3.1. Public Comment
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There were no public comments. |
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4. BOARD TOPICS
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4.1. Board Discussion Items for Future Consideration
Discussion:
Ms. Lambrecht spoke about the interest in a summer enrichment option for the middle school. |
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4.2. Legislative Update
Discussion:
Mr. Davis provided a list of education bills in the Kansas Legislature. He will be testifying against HB2738, which would include LOB state aid in 92% excess cost for SPED funding. |
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4.3. Hear Report on Alumni Association Subcommittee Meeting.
Discussion:
Mr. Smith and Ms. Slocum shared the results from the Board Subcommittee that met to consider the creation of a Royal Valley High School Alumni Association. Discussion followed. |
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5. RECEIVE REPORTS AND REQUESTS
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5.1. Hear Technology Update Report
Discussion:
Mr. Krogman provided an update on technology in the district including cybersecurity, new tech equipment, and network enhancements. He then answered questions from the Board. |
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5.2. Receive Transportation/Vehicle Status Report
Discussion:
Mr. Davis updated the Board on the status of buses in the district. Discussion followed on purchasing a new bus. |
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5.3. Hear Report on Staffing for the 2024-25 School Year
Discussion:
Mr. Slay shared a list of certified positions that are open for the 2024-2025 school year. He and other administrators are planning to attend several teacher employment fairs at various universities to recruit new teachers. Discussion followed. |
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5.4. Review Updated District Report Card/Accountability Report
Discussion:
Mr. Davis reviewed the building report cards and accountability information recently released by KSDE. Links to the reports can be found on the district website. Discussion followed. |
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5.5. Review Second Trimester Screening Data
Discussion:
Mr. Slay shared second trimester screening data, which includes attendance, math, reading, office referrals, failing grades, Fastbridge reading, Fastbridge math and SAEBRS scores. Discussion followed. |
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5.6. Receive Report on Site Planning Process
Discussion:
Mr. Davis gave an update on the status of the future site planning process with HTK Architects. Board members discussed the possibility of a community forum moderated by HTK Architects or obtaining feedback during an open house for the new addition at the high school. |
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6. OFFICIAL ACTION ITEMS
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6.1. Consider the Approval of Chrome Book Devices for Annual Rotation
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.2. Consider Approval for the Purchase of a School Bus
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the purchase of a new school bus to replace Bus 14 in our current fleet. The new bus is an "In Stock" unit purchased through the Kansas Bus Purchasing Program and will not require going through the bid process. |
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6.3. Consider Executive Session to Discuss Individual Employee Performance Pursuant to the Non-Elected Personnel Exception Under KOMA.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
At 8:25 PM, the Board moved to go into executive session and to return at 8:31 PM. The Board returned to open session at 8:31 PM. The Board then revisited Agenda Item 6.2 to determine disposal of Bus 14. |
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6.4. Consider Executive Session to Discuss Confidential Student Information Pursuant to the Exception Relating to Actions Adversely or Favorably Affecting a Student Under KOMA.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
At 8:32 PM, the Board moved to go into executive session and to return at 8:39 PM. The Board returned to open session at 8:39 PM. |
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6.5. Consider Executive Session to Discuss the Negotiations Letter Pursuant to the Exception for Employer-Employee Negotiations under KOMA.
Discussion:
This executive session was not needed. |
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6.6. Consider Approval of Personnel Items
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7. BOARD DISCUSSION AND STUDY
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7.1. Clarifications
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•Ms. Lambrecht asked for an update on Schoology. •Ms. Kelly requested information about FFA Ag Backers. •Mr. Davis gave a brief update on the completion of the high school addition. |
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7.2. Employee Recognition
Discussion:
Board members spent time writing notes of appreciation to the school counselors, social worker, and CTE teachers. The Board also recognized and congratulated Kim Clark for being named the Kansas Association of Agriculture Educators (KAAE) Teacher of the Year, which is the equivalent of the State of Kansas Ag Teacher of the Year. |
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8. ANNOUNCEMENT OF UPCOMING BOE OPPORTUNITIES
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8.1. USD 337 School Board Meeting - March 4, 2024 - 7:00 pm
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8.2. Title VI Student Recognition Night - Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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8.3. Staff Appreciation Night - April 24, 2024 - 6:30 PM
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9. ADJOURNMENT
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9.1. Meeting Adjournment
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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