November 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Wrenshall Board of Education Work Session
| Minutes |
|---|
|
1. Call to Order
Speaker(s):
Chair
|
|
2. Facilities Inventory Presentation by Widseth
Speaker(s):
Eric Ankrum
Description:
The Building and Grounds Committee has begun the process of creating a formal facilities inventory to use in long-term facilities planning. ARI (now merged into a new company named Widseth) was the construction manager for the recent indoor air quality project and renovation. They have been invited to present their services for Board consideration in assisting with the facilities inventory.
|
|
3. Preview of Regular Meeting Agenda for November 12
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
|
|
3.a. Board Committee Reports
Speaker(s):
Chairperson
|
|
3.a.1. Technology Committee Personal Computer Inventory Status
Speaker(s):
Ben Johnson
Attachments:
()
|
|
3.a.1.a. Minnesota Department of Education Technology Award Notice
Speaker(s):
Ben Johnson
Description:
Wrenshall was awarded a $47,810 MDE student technology grant.
|
|
4. Strategic Planning
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
|
|
4.a. Purchase Recommendation for Propane Bus
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
Description:
The transportation coordinator has identified specific options that will add value to the propane bus being purchased through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant. A final purchase agreement will be prepared for Board approval on November 12. The EPA grant will reduce the cost to the district by $35,000.
Attachments:
()
|
|
4.b. Review of Current Open Enrollment Resolutions
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
Description:
Wrenshall School has continued to host families inquiring about open enrollment during this school year. It is recommended that the Board review the current enrollment snapshot and consider whether any changes to the current open enrollment resolutions may be necessary.
Attachments:
()
|
|
4.c. Development of District Organizational Chart
Speaker(s):
Mary Carlson
Description:
All positions outlined in the most recent version of the district organizational chart are now filled. It is recommended that the Board consider posting the final chart on its website. It is also recommended that the Board prepare a timeline for determining the scope of the superintendent position for Fiscal Year 2026.
Attachments:
()
|
|
4.c.1. Facilities Reservation Procedures
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
Description:
A second reading of the facility use policy is scheduled for November 12. This is an opportunity for any further discussion on the development of the policy.
Attachments:
()
|
|
4.d. Analysis of Career and Technical Education Processes and Procedures
Speaker(s):
Jeff Pesta
Description:
The high school Construction Class would like to identify and prepare for its winter projects. The Board is recommended to provide guidance for the approval process.
|
|
4.e. Cooperation and Consolidation Discussion
Speaker(s):
Mary Carlson
Description:
The Chair would like to take the opportunity to engage the full Board on recent developments impacting the Raptor Sports Cooperative and potential sharing and consolidation with neighboring districts.
|
|
4.f. Superintendent Evaluation
Speaker(s):
Mary Carlson
Description:
The superintendent's contract requires a Board evaluation prior to December 15.
Attachments:
()
|
|
5. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Chair
|
