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Meeting Agenda
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PREVIEW OF AGENDA - SUPERINTENDENT HESS
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the agenda.
IV. REQUEST TO REMOVE TOPIC(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
V. CONSENT AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the following Consent items:
V.A. Meeting Minutes from the August 21, 2017 School Board Meeting
V.B. Current Bills and Special Checks Totaling: $4,591,482.76
V.C. Noncertified Staff Resignations
V.D. Certified Staff Appointments
V.E. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
V.F. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
V.G. Request to Submit Grant Application - Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund Arts Learning Grant
V.H. Request to Submit Grant Application - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant Program
V.I. Request to Submit Grant Application - Target Field Trip Grant
V.J. Request to Submit Grant Application - Operation Round-Up
V.K. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Paul Bunyan
V.L. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
V.M. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
V.N. Request to Accept Grant - BMS Chrome Book Cart Matching Funds
V.O. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 600-50-1: Internet Acceptable Use Policy
V.P. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-60-1: Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
V.Q. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-90-5:  Student Personnel - Wellness Policy
V.R. Second Reading and Adoption of SBR 900-10-3R: Miscellaneous - Crisis Management Policy
V.S. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-7 Instruction - Graduation Requirements
V.T. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-2 Instruction - School District Testing Plan and Procedure & SBR 400-40-2R: District Test Security Procedures
V.U. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-3 Instruction - Curriculum Development
V.V. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-4 Instruction - Instructional Curriculum
V.W. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-5 Instruction - School District System Accountability
V.X. Second Reading and Adoption of New Policy SBR 400-90-10 Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title I Programs
V.Y. Field Trip Request - Bemidji Middle School Peer Leader Training
V.Z. Field Trip Request - Solway Elementary School
VI. SPECIAL TOPICS
VI.A. Students First Program
VII. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
VIII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
IX. LISTENING SESSION REVIEW
X. DONATIONS
XI. NEW SCHOOL PLANNING
XI.A. New School Update
XII. EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
XII.A. Annual Audit Engagement Letter

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the engagement letter with Miller McDonald of Bemidji to audit our 2016-2017 Fiscal Year.
XII.B. Preliminary Levy Limit Certification
XII.C. Truth in Taxation Public Meeting - December 18, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
XII.D. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the second reading and adoption of revised SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.
XII.E. First Reading of Policy SBR 400-90-11: Instruction - Credit for Learning

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the first reading of revised SBR 400-40-6 Instruction - Credit for Learning.
XII.F. First Reading of Revised SBR 600-40-2: School Properties - Visitors to the Schools
XII.G. Staffing of Position

____ introduced the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO REHIRE JESSICA BINSTOCK

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists for a full time special education teacher, the School Board of Independent School District No. 31 is rescinding the termination of probationary teacher Jessica Binstock.

BE IT RESOLVED, that a full time teaching contract be issued to Jessica Binstock for the 2017-2018 school year.

The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by ____, and upon roll call vote being taking, the following voted in favor: ____, and the following voted against: ____.

WHEREUPON, said resolution was declared passed and adopted.
XII.H. Request for Licensed Staff

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the addition of a 1.0 FTE early childhood teacher.
XIII. HIGHEST LEVEL OF STUDENT SUCCESS
XIII.A. Western Governors University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Western Governors University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Western Governors University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was duly seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was passed and adopted.
XIII.B. Liberty University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH LIBERTY UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Liberty University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Liberty University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was declared passed and adopted.
XIII.C. 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report & Staff Development Report

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (     ) to approve the 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report and Staff Development Report.
XIV. SAFE AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
XV. UPCOMING EVENTS
XV.A. October School Board Meeting - Monday, October 16, 2017, 6:30 p.m.
XV.B. School Board Work Session - Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
XVI. OTHER
XVI.A. Superintendent Resignation
XVI.B. Minnesota School Boards Association Legislative Resolution(s)
XVI.C. Once Around the Table
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
XVIII. CALL TO ORDER
XIX. PREVIEW OF AGENDA - SUPERINTENDENT HESS
XX. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the agenda.
XXI. REQUEST TO REMOVE TOPIC(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
XXII. CONSENT AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the following Consent items:
XXII.A. Meeting Minutes from the August 21, 2017 School Board Meeting
XXII.B. Current Bills and Special Checks Totaling: $4,591,482.76
XXII.C. Noncertified Staff Resignations
XXII.D. Certified Staff Appointments
XXII.E. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
XXII.F. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
XXII.G. Request to Submit Grant Application - Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund Arts Learning Grant
XXII.H. Request to Submit Grant Application - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant Program
XXII.I. Request to Submit Grant Application - Target Field Trip Grant
XXII.J. Request to Submit Grant Application - Operation Round-Up
XXII.K. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Paul Bunyan
XXII.L. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
XXII.M. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
XXII.N. Request to Accept Grant - BMS Chrome Book Cart Matching Funds
XXII.O. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 600-50-1: Internet Acceptable Use Policy
XXII.P. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-60-1: Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
XXII.Q. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-90-5:  Student Personnel - Wellness Policy
XXII.R. Second Reading and Adoption of SBR 900-10-3R: Miscellaneous - Crisis Management Policy
XXII.S. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-7 Instruction - Graduation Requirements
XXII.T. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-2 Instruction - School District Testing Plan and Procedure & SBR 400-40-2R: District Test Security Procedures
XXII.U. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-3 Instruction - Curriculum Development
XXII.V. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-4 Instruction - Instructional Curriculum
XXII.W. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-5 Instruction - School District System Accountability
XXII.X. Second Reading and Adoption of New Policy SBR 400-90-10 Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title I Programs
XXII.Y. Field Trip Request - Bemidji Middle School Peer Leader Training
XXII.Z. Field Trip Request - Solway Elementary School
XXIII. SPECIAL TOPICS
XXIII.A. Students First Program
XXIV. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
XXV. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
XXVI. LISTENING SESSION REVIEW
XXVII. DONATIONS
XXVIII. NEW SCHOOL PLANNING
XXVIII.A. New School Update
XXIX. EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
XXIX.A. Annual Audit Engagement Letter

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the engagement letter with Miller McDonald of Bemidji to audit our 2016-2017 Fiscal Year.
XXIX.B. Preliminary Levy Limit Certification
XXIX.C. Truth in Taxation Public Meeting - December 18, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
XXIX.D. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the second reading and adoption of revised SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.
XXIX.E. First Reading of Policy SBR 400-90-11: Instruction - Credit for Learning

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the first reading of revised SBR 400-40-6 Instruction - Credit for Learning.
XXIX.F. First Reading of Revised SBR 600-40-2: School Properties - Visitors to the Schools
XXIX.G. Staffing of Position

____ introduced the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO REHIRE JESSICA BINSTOCK

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists for a full time special education teacher, the School Board of Independent School District No. 31 is rescinding the termination of probationary teacher Jessica Binstock.

BE IT RESOLVED, that a full time teaching contract be issued to Jessica Binstock for the 2017-2018 school year.

The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by ____, and upon roll call vote being taking, the following voted in favor: ____, and the following voted against: ____.

WHEREUPON, said resolution was declared passed and adopted.
XXIX.H. Request for Licensed Staff

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the addition of a 1.0 FTE early childhood teacher.
XXX. HIGHEST LEVEL OF STUDENT SUCCESS
XXX.A. Western Governors University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Western Governors University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Western Governors University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was duly seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was passed and adopted.
XXX.B. Liberty University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH LIBERTY UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Liberty University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Liberty University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was declared passed and adopted.
XXX.C. 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report & Staff Development Report

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (     ) to approve the 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report and Staff Development Report.
XXXI. SAFE AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
XXXII. UPCOMING EVENTS
XXXII.A. October School Board Meeting - Monday, October 16, 2017, 6:30 p.m.
XXXII.B. School Board Work Session - Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
XXXIII. OTHER
XXXIII.A. Superintendent Resignation
XXXIII.B. Minnesota School Boards Association Legislative Resolution(s)
XXXIII.C. Once Around the Table
XXXIV. ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: September 18, 2017 at 6:30 PM - School Board Meeting
Subject:
I. CALL TO ORDER
Subject:
II. PREVIEW OF AGENDA - SUPERINTENDENT HESS
Subject:
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the agenda.
Subject:
IV. REQUEST TO REMOVE TOPIC(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Subject:
V. CONSENT AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the following Consent items:
Subject:
V.A. Meeting Minutes from the August 21, 2017 School Board Meeting
Subject:
V.B. Current Bills and Special Checks Totaling: $4,591,482.76
Subject:
V.C. Noncertified Staff Resignations
Subject:
V.D. Certified Staff Appointments
Subject:
V.E. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
Subject:
V.F. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
Subject:
V.G. Request to Submit Grant Application - Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund Arts Learning Grant
Subject:
V.H. Request to Submit Grant Application - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant Program
Subject:
V.I. Request to Submit Grant Application - Target Field Trip Grant
Subject:
V.J. Request to Submit Grant Application - Operation Round-Up
Subject:
V.K. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Paul Bunyan
Subject:
V.L. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
Subject:
V.M. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
Subject:
V.N. Request to Accept Grant - BMS Chrome Book Cart Matching Funds
Subject:
V.O. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 600-50-1: Internet Acceptable Use Policy
Subject:
V.P. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-60-1: Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
Subject:
V.Q. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-90-5:  Student Personnel - Wellness Policy
Subject:
V.R. Second Reading and Adoption of SBR 900-10-3R: Miscellaneous - Crisis Management Policy
Subject:
V.S. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-7 Instruction - Graduation Requirements
Subject:
V.T. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-2 Instruction - School District Testing Plan and Procedure & SBR 400-40-2R: District Test Security Procedures
Subject:
V.U. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-3 Instruction - Curriculum Development
Subject:
V.V. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-4 Instruction - Instructional Curriculum
Subject:
V.W. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-5 Instruction - School District System Accountability
Subject:
V.X. Second Reading and Adoption of New Policy SBR 400-90-10 Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title I Programs
Subject:
V.Y. Field Trip Request - Bemidji Middle School Peer Leader Training
Subject:
V.Z. Field Trip Request - Solway Elementary School
Subject:
VI. SPECIAL TOPICS
Subject:
VI.A. Students First Program
Subject:
VII. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
Subject:
VIII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
IX. LISTENING SESSION REVIEW
Subject:
X. DONATIONS
Subject:
XI. NEW SCHOOL PLANNING
Subject:
XI.A. New School Update
Subject:
XII. EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
Subject:
XII.A. Annual Audit Engagement Letter

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the engagement letter with Miller McDonald of Bemidji to audit our 2016-2017 Fiscal Year.
Subject:
XII.B. Preliminary Levy Limit Certification
Subject:
XII.C. Truth in Taxation Public Meeting - December 18, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
Subject:
XII.D. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the second reading and adoption of revised SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.
Subject:
XII.E. First Reading of Policy SBR 400-90-11: Instruction - Credit for Learning

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the first reading of revised SBR 400-40-6 Instruction - Credit for Learning.
Subject:
XII.F. First Reading of Revised SBR 600-40-2: School Properties - Visitors to the Schools
Subject:
XII.G. Staffing of Position

____ introduced the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO REHIRE JESSICA BINSTOCK

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists for a full time special education teacher, the School Board of Independent School District No. 31 is rescinding the termination of probationary teacher Jessica Binstock.

BE IT RESOLVED, that a full time teaching contract be issued to Jessica Binstock for the 2017-2018 school year.

The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by ____, and upon roll call vote being taking, the following voted in favor: ____, and the following voted against: ____.

WHEREUPON, said resolution was declared passed and adopted.
Subject:
XII.H. Request for Licensed Staff

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the addition of a 1.0 FTE early childhood teacher.
Subject:
XIII. HIGHEST LEVEL OF STUDENT SUCCESS
Subject:
XIII.A. Western Governors University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Western Governors University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Western Governors University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was duly seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was passed and adopted.
Subject:
XIII.B. Liberty University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH LIBERTY UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Liberty University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Liberty University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was declared passed and adopted.
Subject:
XIII.C. 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report & Staff Development Report

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (     ) to approve the 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report and Staff Development Report.
Subject:
XIV. SAFE AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
Subject:
XV. UPCOMING EVENTS
Subject:
XV.A. October School Board Meeting - Monday, October 16, 2017, 6:30 p.m.
Subject:
XV.B. School Board Work Session - Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Subject:
XVI. OTHER
Subject:
XVI.A. Superintendent Resignation
Subject:
XVI.B. Minnesota School Boards Association Legislative Resolution(s)
Subject:
XVI.C. Once Around the Table
Subject:
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Subject:
XVIII. CALL TO ORDER
Subject:
XIX. PREVIEW OF AGENDA - SUPERINTENDENT HESS
Subject:
XX. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the agenda.
Subject:
XXI. REQUEST TO REMOVE TOPIC(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Subject:
XXII. CONSENT AGENDA
The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the following Consent items:
Subject:
XXII.A. Meeting Minutes from the August 21, 2017 School Board Meeting
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.B. Current Bills and Special Checks Totaling: $4,591,482.76
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.C. Noncertified Staff Resignations
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.D. Certified Staff Appointments
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.E. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.F. Request to Submit Grant Application - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.G. Request to Submit Grant Application - Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund Arts Learning Grant
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.H. Request to Submit Grant Application - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant Program
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.I. Request to Submit Grant Application - Target Field Trip Grant
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.J. Request to Submit Grant Application - Operation Round-Up
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.K. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Paul Bunyan
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.L. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - J.W. Smith
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.M. Request to Accept Grant - Be Present Attendance Incentive Program - Central
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.N. Request to Accept Grant - BMS Chrome Book Cart Matching Funds
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.O. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 600-50-1: Internet Acceptable Use Policy
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.P. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-60-1: Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.Q. Second Reading and Adoption of Revised SBR 700-90-5:  Student Personnel - Wellness Policy
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.R. Second Reading and Adoption of SBR 900-10-3R: Miscellaneous - Crisis Management Policy
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.S. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-7 Instruction - Graduation Requirements
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.T. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-2 Instruction - School District Testing Plan and Procedure & SBR 400-40-2R: District Test Security Procedures
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.U. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-3 Instruction - Curriculum Development
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.V. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-4 Instruction - Instructional Curriculum
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.W. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-40-5 Instruction - School District System Accountability
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.X. Second Reading and Adoption of New Policy SBR 400-90-10 Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title I Programs
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.Y. Field Trip Request - Bemidji Middle School Peer Leader Training
Attachments:
Subject:
XXII.Z. Field Trip Request - Solway Elementary School
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIII. SPECIAL TOPICS
Subject:
XXIII.A. Students First Program
Subject:
XXIV. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
Subject:
XXV. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
XXVI. LISTENING SESSION REVIEW
Subject:
XXVII. DONATIONS
Subject:
XXVIII. NEW SCHOOL PLANNING
Subject:
XXVIII.A. New School Update
Subject:
XXIX. EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
Subject:
XXIX.A. Annual Audit Engagement Letter

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the engagement letter with Miller McDonald of Bemidji to audit our 2016-2017 Fiscal Year.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.B. Preliminary Levy Limit Certification
Subject:
XXIX.C. Truth in Taxation Public Meeting - December 18, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.D. Second Reading and Adoption of Policy Revision SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the second reading and adoption of revised SBR 400-30-8 Instruction - School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.E. First Reading of Policy SBR 400-90-11: Instruction - Credit for Learning

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the first reading of revised SBR 400-40-6 Instruction - Credit for Learning.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.F. First Reading of Revised SBR 600-40-2: School Properties - Visitors to the Schools
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.G. Staffing of Position

____ introduced the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO REHIRE JESSICA BINSTOCK

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists for a full time special education teacher, the School Board of Independent School District No. 31 is rescinding the termination of probationary teacher Jessica Binstock.

BE IT RESOLVED, that a full time teaching contract be issued to Jessica Binstock for the 2017-2018 school year.

The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by ____, and upon roll call vote being taking, the following voted in favor: ____, and the following voted against: ____.

WHEREUPON, said resolution was declared passed and adopted.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXIX.H. Request for Licensed Staff

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (    ) to approve the addition of a 1.0 FTE early childhood teacher.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXX. HIGHEST LEVEL OF STUDENT SUCCESS
Subject:
XXX.A. Western Governors University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Western Governors University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Western Governors University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was duly seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT;

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was passed and adopted.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXX.B. Liberty University Student Teaching Agreement

____ introduced the following resolution and urged its adoption:

RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT WITH LIBERTY UNIVERSITY

BE IT RESOLVED, that Bemidji Area Schools enter into an agreement with Liberty University for the purpose of providing training experiences for the students of Liberty University.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the chairperson hereby is authorized to execute such agreement.

The above resolution was seconded by ____, and a tabulation of votes is as follows:

AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:

WHEREUPON, the above resolution was declared passed and adopted.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXX.C. 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report & Staff Development Report

The motion was offered by ____, seconded by ____, and carried (     ) to approve the 2016-2017 World's Best Workforce Annual Report and Staff Development Report.
Attachments:
Subject:
XXXI. SAFE AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
Subject:
XXXII. UPCOMING EVENTS
Subject:
XXXII.A. October School Board Meeting - Monday, October 16, 2017, 6:30 p.m.
Subject:
XXXII.B. School Board Work Session - Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Subject:
XXXIII. OTHER
Subject:
XXXIII.A. Superintendent Resignation
Subject:
XXXIII.B. Minnesota School Boards Association Legislative Resolution(s)
Subject:
XXXIII.C. Once Around the Table
Subject:
XXXIV. ADJOURNMENT

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