Minutes of December 13, 2016 Page 1 of 13 Regular December Meeting Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #61 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2016 – 6:00 P.M. COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Regular December School Board Meeting. I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Board Chair Shawn Bennion called the Regular December Meeting of the Blaine County School District Board of Trustees to order at 6:03 p.m. Present were Chairman Bennion and Board Members Elizabeth Corker and Ellen Mandeville. Trustee Rob Clayton was present via phone. Also present were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Treasurer Val Seamons, Assistant Superintendent John Blackman, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Student Board Liaison Emily Thayer, Teacher Board Liaison Melanie Schrader as well as interested patrons and employees. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present. II. PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE III. CURE OPEN MEETING VIOLATION Chairman Bennion stated that an email from Trustee Corker was delivered to all members of the Board and may be seen as deliberation. Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to cure the open meeting violation. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion. Following a brief discussion, the motion passed 3-1 by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Nay Chairman Bennion stated that the Open Meeting Violation has been cured. IV. AGENDA REVIEW - Any Additions, Corrections, Modifications or Substitutions to the Current Agenda Board Clerk Amanda LaChance presented the Board with an amendment to the agenda to add agenda item i. State Funding – Consultant Agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer to section 13. Decisions. The good faith reason for this change was that this was a clerical error.
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Minutes of December 13, 2016 Page 1 of 13 Regular December Meeting
Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #61 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2016 – 6:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Regular December School Board Meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Board Chair Shawn Bennion called the Regular December Meeting of the Blaine County School District Board of Trustees to order at 6:03 p.m. Present were Chairman Bennion and Board Members Elizabeth Corker and Ellen Mandeville. Trustee Rob Clayton was present via phone. Also present were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Treasurer Val Seamons, Assistant Superintendent John Blackman, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Student Board Liaison Emily Thayer, Teacher Board Liaison Melanie Schrader as well as interested patrons and employees. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present. II. PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
III. CURE OPEN MEETING VIOLATION Chairman Bennion stated that an email from Trustee Corker was delivered to all members of the Board and may be seen as deliberation. Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to cure the open meeting violation. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion. Following a brief discussion, the motion passed 3-1 by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Nay Chairman Bennion stated that the Open Meeting Violation has been cured. IV. AGENDA REVIEW - Any Additions, Corrections, Modifications or Substitutions to the
Current Agenda Board Clerk Amanda LaChance presented the Board with an amendment to the agenda to add agenda item i. State Funding – Consultant Agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer to section 13. Decisions. The good faith reason for this change was that this was a clerical error.
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Trustee Mandeville made a motion to accept the proposed change to the agenda. Chairman Shawn Bennion seconded the motion and it passed 4-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Trustee Bustos joined the Board meeting at 6:15 p.m. V. ACCOLADES
a. Geoff Gardner, Wood River Middle School Science Teacher, WRMS Staff and
Students Today was one heck of an experience for me participating in the Educator for a Day program you organized and allowed me to take part in. Thank you for opening the Middle School to me and thank you to the staff there who so willingly answered my questions and showed me their classrooms. Everyone from the principal, administrative staff I met, and the main office staff have wonderful people skills. I was pleased to participate in a Mindfulness session at the beginning of the day with other staff members. I was delighted to have the chance to go to check out the cafeteria/staff because that is one of the favorite spots in a school and the staff who work there are remembered by students forever. I was delighted to spend time in the library with Susan and Laura...we had a great discussion about book censorship in public schools. And most of all, I am so impressed with the students and their respect for their fellow students and the school itself. It's the teachers like you, Geoff (and Jill your next door classroom teacher) that deserve a great big thank you from me and all the other folks living in Blaine County. As of today, it is only 1/3 rd of the school year completed and everything from respect and listening skills it shows have been successfully worked on along with academics. Your energy level amazes me. And, now I know what a water shed is. Submitted by: Susan Blair
b. Amy Botz, Wood River Middle School Academic Advisory Teacher Mrs. Botz is a teacher for Academic Advisory at Wood River Middle School. During the first week of school our daughter came home and said, "Mom, I love Mrs. Botz. She is firm but kind at the same time and that is just what I need." Mrs. Botz helps her students succeed in all of their classes, staying in touch with the teachers and supporting students in meeting their academic goals. She provides regular reports and celebrations of student accomplishments. She creates a sense of community and belonging in her class. Our daughter is thriving in this environment. Recently we ran into Mrs. Botz during a Saturday morning soccer game. Our daughter happened to mention that she was having trouble with a math problem. Mrs. Botz sat down and proceeded to work with her, not only helping with her math problem but also showing her that she cared about her studies regardless of whether she was "on duty" or "off duty." We know that Mrs. Botz is the kind of person who does this for all of her students and we are grateful
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to have teachers like Mrs. Botz at Wood River Middle School. She is one of the many outstanding and dedicated teachers at WRMS. Submitted by: Heather Crocker and Brian Camilli
c. Sun Valley Center for the Arts Educator Advisory Committee: James Foster, Amy McGraw, Susan Tabor Boesch, Stephen Poklemba, Christine Leslie, Erika Liebel, Julie Berry, Bob Dix, Nancy Ruiz Meza, Joni Cashman, Brad Stansberry, Shawn Shumaker, Kate O’Brien, Jennifer Mecham, and Michael Breen
I would like to recognize these individuals who serve on our Educators Advisory Committee. Sun Valley Center for the Arts cherishes our partnership with BCSD and an important part of that partnership is working with this committee of dedicated educators who help us shape the K-12 programming that is offered to students in our community. These individuals are advocates for The Center in their school communities. The Educator Advisory Committee and The Center work together to lead our community in understanding the necessity of arts education. Submitted by: Katelyn Foley
d. Tracy Green, Head Custodian and Custodial Staff at Carey Schools Tracy Green and her staff have taken the custodial services at Carey School to an entirely new level!! They are busy and on the job immediately following an event, during an event, and at the school days’ end. The custodial closets and offices are cleaner than ever! The locker rooms are clean and left smelling fresh every day. This is a valid nomination- trust me. Submitted by: Lane Kirkland
e. Samantha Archibald Mora, Wood River Middle School Spanish Teacher I just want to let you know how much I enjoyed your classes yesterday. Your students’ questions were insightful and, frankly, challenging! I was never more aware of my limited Spanish than I was sitting in front of your students so I want to commend them on their English and Spanish skills. Recently, I was at a cultural competency conference and the facilitator, Sam Byrd, said that speaking two languages was a skill set that deserved extra financial compensation from employers and that because we are becoming a more global community, speaking more than one language will go a long way to securing future employment. Your students are well on their way! Thank you so much for the highlight of my week. Submitted by: Darrel Harris
f. Michel Sewell, Wood River High School GATE Teacher and Alvaro Jiraldo, Kim Aranda, Beck Vontver, and Emily Stone
On the day after the election, the staff and students at Hemingway Elementary came in feeling a little unsure about how to approach our day. Some students voiced concerns about their future and the safety of their families. Whether or not their fears were real was not the concern of our staff. Our concern was to ensure that at school, students felt safe. Needless-to-say, by the end of the day, many of the teachers on our staff were feeling quite exhausted from the burden of trying to find the right thing to say all day long. Conferences were happening the next day, but we had a staff meeting and the topic was “Growth Mindset.” Michel Sewell had been asked to share with our staff. She brought four former Hemingway students to talk about how the growth mindset is an integral part of the GRIT and GATE program at the high school. Let me just tell you that within minutes, most of our teachers had tears of pride and joy flowing from our eyes.
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Michel and her students shared stories of trials and triumphs. They talked about struggles in their pasts and discussed their hopes for the future. They emphasized that even with the current election, they saw an opportunity to focus on the growth mindset as an individual and the belief in our country. One student said that growth mindset is her backbone on which she holds all of her beliefs and strengths. The presentation was supposed to teach us about Growth Mindset. It taught us so much more. We were able to see the seeds we planted, enriched by love and strong teaching, grow into trees that are ready to blossom. We are so proud. We left our meeting with moist eyes and a new determination to stay positive, reach out to every student, and to believe that when we plant a seed it will grow into an amazing human being that will give back to our society. Thank you Michel and our former students Alvaro, Kim, Beck, and Emily. We are so proud to have taught you! Submitted by: Dorothy Madsen
g. Kerstin Flavin, Hemingway Elementary Kindergarten Teacher
I am writing this accolade for a very special kindergarten teacher, who has an amazing gift and uses it well. This teacher is Kerstin Flavin. Mrs. Flavin is an outstanding teacher to all of her students, but I want to comment on the students who have more difficulty adjusting to kindergarten. Mrs. Flavin has a student this year who was having some issues learning, working with others and learning the school routine. Kerstin and her student teacher, Cookie Benson, thought about the child’s issues, came up with a plan to help, and went to work. The change I have seen in this kindergartener is massive. I have observed a sad child transform into a smiling and happy child. This student is demonstrating hard work, has adapted to school routines, and is fitting in well. It is so exciting to see a student reach their full potential! This all happened because Mrs. Flavin took the time and effort to fully invest in this student. Mrs. Flavin has a knack for helping struggling students each year. Her efforts turn these students’ lives around in kindergarten and set a foundation for the rest of their school career. We are very, very fortunate to have Mrs. Flavin as a kindergarten teacher at Hemingway. Submitted by: Scott Slonim VI. SCHOOL REPORT: Carey Schools Carey students presented the Board with mentor programs that take place at Carey Schools. VII. PUBLIC COMMENT
a. Lara Stone – Ketchum, Idaho
My name is Lara Stone. I am a business professional with two daughters thriving in our public schools. I have no hidden agenda. I would like to commend the board and administrators on negotiating a win-win solution for administrator compensation. Both sides compromised, resulting in a clear and fair compensation plan that's more in line with teachers' compensation. There is an initial cost for the new plan, but it will ensure a long-term savings for the district. Please vote FOR this change in administrators' pay. NOW please use this same spirit of collaboration to address our CHILDREN'S EDUCATION, rather than continuing to attack each another. Our school board's dysfunction follows a pattern: Trustee Corker ignites an issue, and the coalition floods the press and trustees with emails. Trustee Corker is then not present at board meetings to resolve the issue, and criticizes the other trustees for the outcome. Trustee Bustos has been following suit.
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For example:
• Trustee Corker created a Financial Accountability Committee. It reviewed a proposal to split Mike Chatterton's job in two: business manager and treasurer. After much research, the committee recommended the board NOT split the position. The board approved their recommendation. Trustee Corker did not attend the meeting for the vote, complained about the decision, and disbanded her committee.
• Trustee Corker criticizes the Superintendent at public meetings. When the board met last winter to perform the Superintendent's annual review, Trustee Corker did not show up, preventing the four votes needed for executive session. The others waited for over an hour, but had to leave without performing the review.
• Trustees Corker and Bustos voted in April to negotiate administrator compensation. Yet Trustee Bustos attended NONE of these meetings. Trustee Corker missed two out of four meetings, and then declined to participate further in the negotiations. Even worse, both criticized the trustees who DID attend. The tone and content of the emails sent by Trustee Bustos to fellow trustees on December 1st were shocking.
The pattern is clear: If you don't agree with Trustee Corker, you're demonized. Coalition affiliates write letters to the editor. People hiding behind screen names write dreadful comments online. The final, brilliant stroke? Trustee Corker then claims to be the victim of unfair criticism. This demonization and abuse has happened to me, our Superintendent, Irene Healy, and Trustees Clayton, Freund and Bennion. If Trustee Mandeville disagrees with Trustee Corker, she'll be next. Watch for it. NO ONE working to improve our children's education should be subject to this kind of animosity. Please vote to APPROVE the new administrator compensation schedule tonight. And start to focus on OUR STUDENTS and creating a climate of cooperation and possibility, not animosity and blame.
b. Mason Corkutt – Silver Creek High School
Mason Corkutt thanked the Board for making the Silver Creek High School Music Studio possible.
c. Josephine Gilman, Cade London, Samantha Chambers – Hailey, Idaho
Josephine Gilman, Cade London, and Samantha Chambers commented to the Board regarding the Wood River Middle School bathrooms.
d. Pamela Plowman – Hailey, Idaho
Dear School Board Trustees, I am here tonight to make a complaint about Code of Ethics violations on the part of two of the currently sitting Board members. For the record, I am a member of the Coalition for Blaine County School District Accountability and am one of the plaintiffs in the recent successful public records lawsuit. On April 5, 2016 BCSD’s attorney received a formal letter from our attorney threatening legal action if the public records we requested were not released. In the three weeks from that date until your attorney sent a response to our attorney, the Superintendent spoke on her cell phone with the
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school district attorney 7 times, to the Board chair 10 times, to two other trustees--6 times and 7 times respectively. What is glaring is that there were no cell phone communications with two of the district’s Trustees. After that, during the 6 weeks between the time your attorney let us know the district would not release the public records until the time we filed out lawsuit, the cell phone record show 16 calls with the attorney, 17 calls with the Chair, 15 calls with one Trustee; and 17 calls with the other Trustee. During the entire 9 weeks from threatened lawsuit to filing of the lawsuit, you excluded two of your Board’s Trustees from any knowledge of the threatened litigation. Although it can’t be proved that these calls were a violation of Open Meeting Law because we can’t prove what you talked about, I think it is clear that the two Board Members involved who are still on the Board have flagrantly violated your Code of Ethics for Board members. Out of 16 bullet point pledges, I believe you both have violated at least 5 of them. Rather than taking the time to enumerate them, I will leave that to you. I just want to say that Board members operate under a Code of Ethics for a reason—to make promises to the public that they will do their work ethically, transparently and in good faith. This Code is a serious document which you approved, a way to be held accountable in your work. I am calling you to account, individually and as a Board. My question is: Is this Code of Ethics just window dressing? or is it serious about what it says? If it is serious then two things, at least, are in order:
1. Censuring the two remaining involved trustees and 2. Removing the Chair from his chairmanship.
Doing this will be the beginning of returning public confidence that BCSD governance can and will be an exemplary one of transparency, honesty and mutual respect. What will you decide to do about this? The future of BCSD truly lies in the answer. Sincerely, Pamela Plowman
e. Barbara Browning – Sun Valley, Idaho
Dear Trustees, As I previously wrote to you, I hope you will discuss and consider those items at tomorrow's board meeting, NOT reach a decision. Please take the time to fully explain all of this to the public, perhaps through a broadly disseminated email plus ads in the newspapers. Ideally, you will hold a few Town Hall meetings, inviting all community members, to let everyone know the importance of this "first in the state" agreement with administrators. I attended all of your Interest Based Bargaining meetings, but the audience was not privy to the documents you used, so none of us had a chance to review them until very recently. The great majority of members of the public know nothing about any of this. There might be a lot of good in the agreement and salary schedule , but we don't know enough about
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them to reach an informed decision. What harm can it do to "Educate" the taxpayers on these matters? I have one major concern about the agreement, which is in the Preamble: “In the event of conflict between this Agreement and any BCSD rule or policy, this Agreement shall prevail.” That ties the hands of every board member who succeeds you, far into the future. I believe this effectively says no board can undo what you put into place with this agreement. How would each of you feel if a previous board had put restrictions on what you can do? If, during last spring's budget talks, you found that you could not make the needed cuts to spending because a previous board had 'locked' all expenditures in place. Nothing about a school district should ever be "set in stone", since educational needs are constantly changing and educators (and school boards) should be free to change as necessary. Please consider changing that sentence in the preamble, to allow future trustees to make changes to this agreement, or board policies, as they see fit. I understand it was put in there to reassure administrators, but I think community members and taxpayers also need reassurance that future trustees can use their intelligence, good faith bargaining and common sense to run the school district without unreasonable restrictions. What happens if you or a future board decide an administrative position is no longer needed? How can it be eliminated? I didn’t see any provision for that situation, but I might have missed it. Again, even though I attended all of your sessions, I don’t know enough about this document to feel comfortable with it, yet. Since the mission of our school district is to "Inspire, Engage, Educate and Empower" - shouldn't that apply to EVERY stakeholder? Shouldn't every member of our community have the chance to become knowledgeable about what you, their elected representatives, are doing?? Shouldn't we fill be "engaged" and "empowered"?? There is absolutely no reason to rush this decision. PLEASE do not try to push this through without the full support of the taxpayers, parents, business owners, workers and voters of Blaine County. Thank you, Barbara Browning
f. Jason Fry Jason Fry commented regarding the proposal for a School Food Assessment and thanked the Board for their partnership with the YMCA.
g. Jeanne Liston (Read by Stacy Whitman) Jeanne Liston commented regarding the School Food Assessment.
h. Stacy Whitman Stacy Whitman commented on the School Food Assessment.
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VIII. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT – Dr. GwenCarol Holmes
a. GATE Report The GATE Report is bookmarked for review. Dr. Holmes presented the Board with an update on the GATE program. Starting in the 2013-14 school year, Blaine County School District commissioned a review of the GATE program which resulted in a multi-year action plan. Dr. Holmes reviewed the progress of this action plan.
b. Update on Gender Inclusion Procedures The Gender Inclusion Procedures are bookmarked for review.
Dr. Holmes reviewed newly created Gender Inclusion Procedures. IX. BOARD CHAIR REPORT – Chairman Shawn Bennion
a. Student Liaison Report – Emily Thayer, Wood River High School
Emily Thayer presented the Board with current and upcoming events at all Blaine County School District High Schools.
b. Announcements
• Winter Break will begin on Monday, December 19, 2016 and all schools will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2017
• No School on Martin Luther King Jr. Day which is Monday, January 16, 2017 • Regular January School Board Meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 17, 2016
at the Community Campus Minnie Moore Room X. BUSINESS – Continuing Business
a. State Funding – Consultant Agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer
GwenCarol Holmes, Ed. D. Superintendent The State Funding Memo and information are bookmarked for review. Dr. Holmes reviewed the proposed consultant agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer.
b. Well Improvements at Wood River Middle School Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
The Well Improvements Memo is bookmarked for review. Mr. Royal reviewed the bid received for Well Improvements at Wood River Middle School.
c. Review Proposed District Calendar for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 School Years The District Calendar Memo and Proposed Calendars are bookmarked for review. The Board discussed the proposed District Calendar for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years.
d. Proposed Board Separation Policy Trustee Elizabeth Corker
The Proposed Board Separation Policy is bookmarked for review. Trustee Corker presented the Board with a draft of the Board Separation Policy.
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e. Blaine County School District Draft Policies • Financial Policy – Financial Record Retention • Policy 507.7 – Dismissal • Policy 600 – Statement of Guiding Principles • Policy 601.1 – Type of School Organization • Policy 601.2 – School Day • Policy 602.1 – Field Trips • Policy *301.1 – Organizational Chart (Delete Policy and Move to Procedures)
*The correct Policy number is 300.1 The draft policies listed above are bookmarked for review. The Board reviewed the draft policies listed above. XI. BUSINESS – New Business
a. School Food Assessment
Kris Stouffer, Wellness Committee Chair The School Food Assessment presentation if bookmarked for review.
Ms. Stouffer presented the Board with a presentation regarding a proposed School Food Assessment.
b. Permission to Advertise for the Purchase of Clocks for Wood River High School
Teresa McGoffin, Director of Technology Permission to Advertise for the Purchase of Clocks for WRHS is bookmarked for review. Ms. McGoffin presented the Board with a request to advertise for the purchase of a new clock system at Wood River High School.
c. New Secondary Courses Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum
The New Secondary Courses Memo is bookmarked for review. Ms. Martinez presented the Board with a request to add new secondary courses. XII. PUBLIC COMMENT
a. Pamela Plowman – Hailey, Idaho
Pamela Plowman commented on the Ratification of Salary Schedule for Administrators and the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators.
b. Kim Nilsen – Bellevue, Idaho
Kim Nilsen commented on the Ratification of Salary Schedule for Administrators and the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators.
c. Irene Healy – Hailey, Idaho
Irene Healy commented on the Salary Schedule for Administrators and the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators and ratification.
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d. Kenny Pratt – Hailey, Idaho Kenny Pratt commented on the purchase of a new clock system at Wood River High School. XIII. DECISIONS
a. Consent Agenda
i. Consideration of Minutes • Regular November 8, 2016 Board Meeting • Special November 16, 2016 Board Meeting • Administrator Negotiations Meeting Minutes
- November 29, 2016 - November 30, 2016 - December 1, 2016 - December 7, 2016
The draft minutes are bookmarked for review. ii. Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report – Payment of Bills
The monthly financial reports ending November 30, 2016 are bookmarked for review. iii. Permission to Advertise for the Purchase of Clocks for Wood River High School
Teresa McGoffin, Director of Technology iv. Consideration of Bid Award Recommendation for the Purchase of Propane for
Carey High School - Howard Royal, Director of Building and Grounds The bid award recommendation for the purchase of propane for Carey High School is bookmarked for review.
v. Consideration of Bid Award Recommendation for the Wood River Middle School Well Development – Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
The bid award recommendation for well development at WRMS is bookmarked for review. vi. Recommendation to seek Alternative Authorization‐Content Specialist from the
State Department of Education, for Alexander LaChance to teach AP Environmental Science for Wood River High School
vii. Recommendation to seek Alternative Authorization‐Content Specialist from the State Department of Education, for Elise DeKlotz to teach Special Education for Wood River High School
viii. Recommendation to seek Emergency Provisional Certificate from the State Department of Education, for Ellen Sanders to teach Orchestra for Wood River High School
ix. Consideration of Personnel – Exiting and Entering *For Board Information Classified (Non-Certified) Staff – Recommending for Hire
• Jaime Torres Escobedo – Custodian – Community Campus • James West – Bus Driver – Transportation
Classified (Non-Certified) Coaching Staff – Recommending for Hire • Robin Englehardt – Head JV Boys Basketball – WRHS • Craig Eastop – Head 9th Boys Basketball – WRHS • Andrew Crist – Head 9th Girls Basketball – WRHS
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• Jeff Peterson – Head 8th Boys Basketball – WRMS • JC Nemecek – Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball - WRHS
Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and following brief discussion regarding the request for proposals for the purchase of clocks at WRHS it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
b. Ratification of Salary Schedule for Administrators and the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators
Document related to administrator negotiations are bookmarked for review. Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to ratify the Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #61 and the Blaine County School District, #61 Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators An Addendum to Administrator Contracts to be effective July 1, 2017. Trustee Rob Clayton seconded the motion and following Board discussion the motion passed 3-2. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Nay Cami Bustos: Nay Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
c. Science Standards The Science Standards Memo is bookmarked for review. Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to approve the science standards as presented. Trustee Corker seconded and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
d. Social Emotional Learning Standards The Social Emotional Learning Standards Memo is bookmarked for review. Trustee Corker made a motion to approve the Social Emotional Learning Standards. Chairman Bennion seconded and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye
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Rob Clayton: Aye
e. Secondary Course of Study The Secondary Course of Study Memo is bookmarked for review. Trustee Bustos made a motion to approve the secondary course of study. Trustee Mandeville seconded the motion and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
f. New Secondary Courses The New Secondary Courses Memo is bookmarked for review. Board action was not taken.
g. Proposed District Calendar for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 School Years Trustee Mandeville made a motion to table the decision regarding the proposed district calendar for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years until the Regular January Board meeting. Trustee Corker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
h. Blaine County School District Draft Policies • Financial Policy – Financial Record Retention • Policy 507.7 – Dismissal • Policy 600 – Statement of Guiding Principles • Policy 601.1 – Type of School Organization • Policy 601.2 – School Day • Policy 602.1 – Field Trips • Policy 300.1 – Organizational Chart (Delete Policy and Move to Procedures)
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to approve draft policies as presented. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye
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i. Consideration of Consultant Agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer (Amended Agenda Item)
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to approve the Consultant Agreement for Legislative Liaison Phil Homer. Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed 3-2. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Nay Cami Bustos: Nay Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye XIV. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR DECEMBER SCHOOL BOARD MEETING There being no further business to discuss, Trustee Corker made a motion to adjourn the Regular December School Board Meeting. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and it passed unanimously 5-0. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Cami Bustos: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Regular December School Board Meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Date: December 2016 To: Board of Trustees
From: GwenCarol Holmes: BCSD Superintendent
Angie Martinez: Director of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning and GATE Supervisor Debi Gutknecht, Director of Student Services and Co‐GATE Supervisor Marcia Grabow, Data and Assessment Coordinator
Subject: GATE Data 2014‐2016
Background: In 2013‐14, BCSD commissioned a review of its GATE Program. At the end of that school year, the GATE Committee reviewed the findings and set forth a path for improvement in the form of a multi‐year action plan. In 2014‐15, the GATE Committee worked from the findings and began improvement efforts.
Recommendation Status
1. Establish a universal screening process which begins recruitment at Kindergarten and continues throughout a student’s education career
Implemented fall 2015
2. Improve the identification process to be more inclusive of multiple data points and demographic representation
Implemented fall 2015
3. Include all five categories of giftedness, not just intellectual, in the identification and service plan
To be implemented fall 2017
4. Establish consistency in quality documentation in all schools Implemented 2015-16
5. Reestablish GATE in Carey and attain equity in staffing across district Implemented 2015-16
6. Review and modify program options for identified students In progress
7. Update the written curriculum and include social-emotional learning components To begin 2017-18 for fall 2018 implementation
8. Establish program evaluation strategies In progress
9. Provide on-going professional development In progress Summary of Key Changes to GATE Referral and Identification Process
The GATE Committee has improved the criteria for identifying intellectually gifted students and added academically gifted criteria to its identification process. BCSD has added a universal screening process that begins in Kindergarten and extends to 12th grade. There is consistency in procedures and learning plan development across all schools. Carey has
reintroduced GATE to its service plan and more equitable staffing is in place across the district. Professional development is provided by GATE facilitators and by providing scholarships to teachers to attend EduFest. Data is being collected to track demographic and qualification area change as a result of moving beyond a point‐based matrix to a body‐of‐evidence approach. GATE Program Data Summary
The data charts included in this report demonstrate three sets of comparative fall data from 2014‐16, which show baseline scores prior to any changes (2014 and 2015) as compared to data gathered in 2016 after one year of implemented change as mentioned above. Findings:
Total GATE enrollment is up from 5.5% to 6.4% Of the 214 GATE students:
o 86% are White, 11% are Hispanic and 3% are Other Hispanic representation has increased by 4.1% between October 2015 and October 2016 65% of qualifying Hispanic GATE students are identified as having once been English Learners
o 62% are male and 38% are female o 65% are secondary and 35% are elementary students o Only 9 students (4.2%) are K‐2 o 2.3% are Twice Exceptional (also have an IEP) o Qualifying areas
43% qualified as academically gifted 41% qualified as intellectually gifted 16% qualified as both academically and intellectually gifted
2015‐16 Referrals for GATE evaluation o Of the 130 students referred, 35 were Hispanic (27%) o Of the 35 Hispanic students referred, 11 qualified for GATE (31%)
Next Steps The GATE committee continues on its path to improvement by working this year on adding the three additional classifications of giftedness; visual and performing arts, creativity and leadership as required by the State of Idaho. The new qualification categories will commence in the fall of 2017. As a result of this data review, continued improvement areas include:
Increase the number of Hispanic students referred and identified in the elementary grade levels to more closely mirror the demographic profile of the district
Increase the number of K‐2 students referred to improve early identification Monitor the male‐to‐female representation and factor this into recruitment discussions Monitor the number of GATE students once the remaining three classification areas are added so as to stay
within the national average of less than 10%
Demographic Data for Current GATE Students
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Gender Inclusion Policy 502.12
Procedures
Bullying, Harassment, and Discrimination Prohibition
Prohibited behaviors are listed in Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment Policy 502.6.
Reporting of incidents, investigation, disciplinary actions, referral to law enforcement, and protection against retaliation are outlined in the Bullying Intimidation and Harassment Policy 502.6.
If there is a concern that the harassment may be sexual in nature, the building administrator should consult with their building harassment investigation representative.
Gender Transitions at School
Parents of students or students age 18 or above who are transitioning may notify the school principal and/or social worker and/or counselor if they desire assistance from the school. The school principal and/or social worker and/or counselor may consult with staff having expertise in working with students regarding gender inclusion, as well as schedule a meeting with the parents and student to identify any school conditions that present concerns during this transition and devise a written plan for helping to make the transition as positive as possible. The principal and/or social worker and/or counselor will schedule at least one meeting a semester to reassess the plan and revise as needed until the transition is complete. The written plan will be kept as a separate file in the principal/social worker/counselor’s office and not as a part of the student’s official cumulative file. The provisions of the plan will be provided to school staff on a need to know basis only and are to be held in strictest confidence as indicated in the Privacy section of this policy.
Name and Pronoun Usage
Parents of students or students age 18 and above may, at annual registration, register their child with both their legal name and preferred/chosen name and legal gender and/or preferred/chosen gender. In addition, parents of students or students age 18 above may change their child’s preferred/chosen name and/or gender when a Gender Transition Plan is established with the school. Staff will address the child by his/her chosen name and use pronouns appropriate for the chosen gender in all situations except when the legal name and gender is required by state or federal law or regulation (i.e. state reporting, testing, etc.)
Dress Code
The student dress code is listed in Policy 502.5 and is gender neutral. This dress code is to be followed by all students.
Attire for special school activities, such as graduation, (outside of Idaho High School Athletic Association events) should be gender neutral or allow the student to select their preferred attire according to his/her preferred gender.
Gender Segregated Activities (Including P.E. and Health Classes)
Students shall be included in gender segregated activities, including P.E. and health classes, based on their preferred gender identity as recorded on their school registration records. The student’s preferred name and identify will be listed on class rosters for easy staff reference and planning.
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Interscholastic Competitive Sports
The Rules and Regulations of the Idaho High School Activities Association (IHSAA) guide student participation on competitive sports teams. Refer to District Policy 503.4 – Interscholastic Competition.
School Trips
When students are to be involved in overnight school trips, the district staff person responsible for the trip will solicit parent and student input on their need for additional privacy in room assignments. This will be done by including, on the parental permission form, a check box which indicates that the child needs additional privacy and/or security. The trip sponsor will then consult with the parent and student as to their need and make room assignments accordingly. If roommate assignments are not able to be made that ensure a student feels safe, the student may be given a private room.
Access to Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Changing Rooms
Group restrooms identified as either male/boy/men and female/girl/women are identified in each school. These restrooms have private toilet stalls. Students are to use the restroom that matches the preferred gender on their school registration record. In addition, gender neutral restrooms are identified in each school. Students desiring additional privacy may use these restrooms at any time without seeking additional permission.
In addition, students are to use the locker room that matches the preferred gender on their school registration record. Private shower/restroom stalls (with doors and/or curtains) are provided in most locker rooms and students are able to access these stalls without seeking additional permission. BCSD is currently working to install more shower/restroom stalls in its locker rooms. Students at all BCSD schools desiring additional privacy may request of the P.E. teacher a more private changing space and will be provided access to the referee changing space, one student at a time.
Privacy
Students have privacy rights as indicated in the federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and in the procedures outlined under the sections Gender Transitions at School; Name and Pronoun Usage; School Trips; Access to Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Changing Rooms; and Official Records.
Official Records
Parents of students or students age 18 and above may, at annual registration, register their child with both their legal name and/or gender and preferred/chosen name and/or gender. In addition, parents of students or students age 18 and above may register their child with both their legal name and/or gender and preferred/chosen name and/or gender when a Gender Transition Plan is established with the school or notifies the principal of a desired change in status. Staff will address the child by his/her chosen name and use pronouns appropriate for the chosen gender in all situations except when the legal name and gender is required by state or federal law or regulation (i.e. state reporting, testing, etc.)
Areas of School Life to be reviewed may include: name and pronoun usage, dress, gender segregated activities (including health classes), school trips, physical education classes, and use of restrooms and locker rooms.
Area of Concern Identified at School
Actions Step(s) to Mitigate Concern
Date Reviewed/ Modified
Date Reviewed/ Modified
Date Reviewed/ Modified
Signatures (Indicate Participation in Plan Development):
Principal:
School Social Worker/Counselor:
Parent/Guardian:
Parent/Guardian:
Student:
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BCSD Overnight School Trip Permission Form Form must be completed by student and parent/guardian then returned to:
(Please print)
Requesting Teacher/Coach:
Student Name:
Dates of Trip:
Departure Time: Return Time:
Destination:
Purpose:
What to Bring:
My child has a need for increased privacy in sleeping room assignment: Yes No (If marked Yes, the requesting teacher or coach will contact the parent to determine what is needed to ensure the student’s privacy and safety.) IN CASE OF ILLNESS OR INJURY, THE TEACHER/COACH SHOULD NOTIFY:
Name:
Relationship: Phone:
In the event that the above named person cannot be located, provide the contact information of two individual the teacher/coach may call:
Name: Phone:
Name: Phone:
In case of extreme emergency, illness, or injury, I authorize the teacher/coach to call 911 and/or transport student to the nearest medical service.
Signed: (Legal Guardian) Date:
Allergies:
Additional Health Issues:
Family Physician: Phone:
Family Health Insurance Plan:
November 2016 For School Use Only:
December 6, 2016 TO: Blaine County School District Board of Trustees FROM: GwenCarol Holmes, Ed.D., Superintendent TOPIC: Legislative Liaison for School Funding Background: The Idaho House Concurrent Resolution 33 authorizes the Legislative Council to appoint a committee to conduct a study of the public school funding formula and make recommendations. There are five Senators and five Representatives serving on this committee, as well as the Superintendent of Public Instruction and a representative from the Idaho Board of Education. In addition, each legislative session, the Idaho Legislature passes a state budget which includes funding for public schools. This cycle of budgeting is once again commencing for the state of Idaho. Information: Mr. Phil Homer is a long time Idaho educator and former Superintendent of Schools in Blaine County. He has excellent, long standing relationships with many of the legislators and their key staff. He was an active participant in the negotiations and development of the current Idaho school funding system. His work was critical to the understanding of the unique costs of education in Blaine County due to a substantially different cost of living from most of the rest of the state. The Public School Funding Committee began meeting last summer. The Legislator has already held organizational meetings and will formally commence for the 2017 legislative session on January 9 and be in session tentatively through March. Dealing with educational issues with both the Idaho State Department of Education and State Board requires staff to dedicate multiple days each month to be away from the district on this business. Working on a near daily basis with the Idaho Legislature would require excessive amounts of staff time away from the district.
Recommendation: In order to ensure Blaine County School District’s needs are accurately represented before the Legislative Body and Committees, particularly in relation to school funding, it is recommended the BCSD hire Mr. Phil Homer as a consultant, at a nominal cost, to represent the interests of the Blaine County School District at the state house during the 2017 Legislative session.
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LEGISLATIVE LIAISON AGREEMENT
This Legislative Liaison Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on December 13,
2016 by and between the Blaine County School District #61 with its principal place of business
located at 118 W. Bullion Street, Hailey, ID. 83333 (BCSD) and Phillip T. Homer with its
principal place of business located at 821 Queen of the Hills Drive, Hailey, ID. 83333 (the
“Consultant”) (hereinafter referred to individually as a “Party” and collectively as “the Parties”).
WHEREAS, BCSD is in the business of Public School Administration
WHEREAS, the Consultant has expertise in the area of Legislative Processes
WHEREAS, the BCSD desires to engage the Consultant to provide certain services in the
area of Consultant’s expertise and the Consultant is willing to provide such services to the BCSD;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Engagement and Services
(a) Engagement. The BCSD hereby engages the Consultant to provide and perform the
services set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto (the “Services”), and the Consultant hereby accepts
the engagement.
(b) Standard of Services. All Services to be provided by Consultant shall be performed with
promptness and diligence in a workmanlike manner and at a level of proficiency to be expected of
a consultant with the background and experience that Consultant has represented it has. BCSD
shall provide such access to its information, property and personnel as may be reasonably
required in order to permit the Consultant to perform the Services.
(c) Tools, Instruments and Equipment. Consultant shall provide Consultant’s own tools,
instruments and equipment and place of performing the Services, unless otherwise agreed
between the Parties.
(d) Representation and Warranty. Consultant represents and warrants to BCSD that it is under
no contractual or other restrictions or obligations which are inconsistent with the execution of this
Agreement or which will interfere with the performance of the Services.
2. Consultancy Period
(a) Commencement. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall remain
in effect until the completion of the Services or the earlier termination of this Agreement as
provided in Article 2 (b) (the “Consultancy Period”).
(b) Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by the BCSD, without cause and without
liability, by giving Fifteen (15) calendar days written notice of such termination to the Consultant.
This Agreement may be terminated by either Party by giving fifteen (15) calendar days written
notice of such termination to the other Party in the event of a material breach by the other Party.
“Material breach” shall include: (i) any violation of the terms of Articles 1 (d), 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10
and 11,
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(ii) any other breach that a Party has failed to cure within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt
of written notice by the other Party, (iii) the death or physical or mental incapacity of Consultant
or any key person performing the Services on its behalf as a result of which the Consultant or
such key person becomes unable to continue the proper performance of the Services, (iv) an act
of gross negligence or wilful misconduct of a Party, and (v) the insolvency, liquidation or
bankruptcy of a Party.
(c) Effect of Termination. Upon the effective date of termination of this Agreement, all legal
obligations, rights and duties arising out of this Agreement shall terminate except for such legal
obligations, rights and duties as shall have accrued prior to the effective date of termination and
except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement.
3. Consultancy Fee and Expenses
(a) Consultancy Fee. In consideration of the Services to be rendered hereunder, BCSD shall
pay Consultant $3,300.00 (thirty-three hundred dollars) per month in addition to lodging and
travel to and from Boise, throughout the duration of the Idaho State’s 2017 legislative session.
(b) Expenses. Consultant shall be entitled to reimbursement for all pre-approved expenses
reasonably incurred in the performance of the Services, upon submission and approval of written
statements and receipts in accordance with the then regular procedures of BCSD.
(c) Payment. The Consultant shall submit to BCSD a monthly invoice detailing the Services
performed during the preceding month and the expense amounts due. All such invoices shall be
due and payable within [fifteen] (15) calendar days after receipt thereof by the BCSD.
4. Work Product and License
(a) Defined. In this Agreement the term "Work Product" shall mean all work product
generated by Consultant solely or jointly with others in the performance of the Services,
including, but not limited to, any and all information, notes, material, drawings, records,
In the event the interruption of the excused Party’s obligations continues for a period in excess of
fifteen (15) calendar days, either Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement upon
fifteen (15) calendar days’ prior written notice to the other Party.
9. Non-Publicity
Each of BCSD and Consultant agree not to disclose the existence or contents of this Agreement to
any third party without the prior written consent of the other Party except: (i) to its advisors,
attorneys or auditors who have a need to know such information, (ii) as required by law or court
order, (iii) as required in connection with the reorganization of a Party, or its merger into any
other corporation, or the sale by a Party of all or substantially all of its properties or assets, or (iv)
as may be required in connection with the enforcement of this Agreement.
10. Assignment
The Services to be performed by Consultant hereunder are personal in nature, and BCSD has
engaged Consultant as a result of Consultant’s expertise relating to such Services. Consultant,
therefore, agrees that it will not assign, sell, transfer, delegate or otherwise dispose of this
Agreement or any right, duty or obligation under this Agreement without the BCSD’s prior
written consent. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent the assignment by the BCSD of this
Agreement or any right, duty or obligation hereunder to any third party.
11. Injunctive Relief
Consultant acknowledges that a violation of Article 5 or 6 would cause immediate and irreparable
harm to BCSD for which money damages would be inadequate. Therefore, BCSD will be entitled
to injunctive relief for Consultant’s breach of any of its obligations under the said Articles
without proof of actual damages and without the posting of bond or other security. Such remedy
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shall not be deemed to be the exclusive remedy for such violation, but shall be in addition to all
other remedies available at law or in equity.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United
States of America, without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law provisions. The
Parties consent to the jurisdiction and venue in the courts of Blaine County in the city of Hailey,
Idaho.
14. General
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties on the subject hereof and
supersedes all prior understandings and instruments on such subject. This Agreement may not be
modified other than by a written instrument executed by duly authorized representatives of the
Parties.
No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other provision(s)
or of the same provision on another occasion. Failure of either Party to enforce any provision of
this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such provision or any other provision(s) of this
Agreement.
Should any provision of this Agreement be held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal,
invalid or unenforceable, such provision may be modified by such court in compliance with the
law giving effect to the intent of the Parties and enforced as modified. All other terms and
conditions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and shall be construed in
accordance with the modified provision.
15. Survival of Provisions
The following provision of this Agreement shall survive the termination of this Agreement:
Articles 2 (c), 3, 4, 5, 6 (b), 7, 8, 10 and 15 and all other provisions of this Agreement that by
their nature extend beyond the termination of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and intending to be legally bound, the Parties have duly executed this
Agreement by their authorized representatives as of the date first written above.
Signed for and on behalf of Signed for and on behalf of
Blaine County School District #61 Phillip T. Homer
By: By:
Name: Name:
Title: Title:
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Exhibit A
Legislative Liaison Services to be Provided
1. Attend all Legislative sessions and subcommittee meetings related to education and
educational funding for the 2017 Idaho Legislative Session.
2. Read all proposed bills and other documents related to education and educational funding
generated by the Legislative Public School Funding Committee, the Legislature, and any
of their subcommittees.
3. Represent the Blaine County School District, in collaboration with Region IV school
district and ISA, at all Legislative sessions and subcommittees related to education and
educational funding for the 2017 Idaho Legislative Session.
4. Testify and/or assist BCSD Trustees and administration in testifying, when appropriate,
before critical Legislative sessions and subcommittee meetings related to education and
educational funding for the 2017 Idaho Legislative Session.
5. Present appropriate data and/or documentation, in collaboration with BCSD
administration, Region IV school districts and ISA, to appropriate Legislators and/or
subcommittee members related to education and educational funding for the 2017 Idaho
Legislative Session.
6. Report on the status of all legislative bills and/or actions including possible impacts on
BCSD if passed.
7. Keep the BCSD Board of Trustees and administration informed of efforts of both the
Legislative Liaison and the Idaho Legislative body and subcommittees.
TO: BCSD Board of Trustees
FROM: Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
THROUGH: GwenCarol Holmes, Ed. D. Superintendent
SUBJECT: Wood River Middle School Well Development Bid Opening
Date: December 2, 2016
On November 9, 2016, at 10:00 am, the bid opening for the Wood River Middle School Well Development took place at the Blaine County School
District Office located at 118 West Bullion, Hailey, Idaho 83333. In attendance in Karen Hoffman’s office were Karen Hoffman, Bryan Fletcher,
Howard Royal and Jim Chatterton. One bidder submitted a proposal.
The work to be completed would encompass all of the items necessary to develop the unused well located on the City of Hailey’s property north of
the Wood River Middle School. This would include installing a new 25 horsepower submersible pump and pitless adaptor, underground vaults with
the necessary piping, valves, fittings, metering devices and backflow preventers. The installation would also include the necessary electrical
components by providing a new service to power a VFD (variable frequency drive) to control the speed of the pump based on requested water
flow, controls and remote metering. A new transformer from Idaho Power will need to be installed. Ground work will include digging a trench for
control wiring (pump start and remote metering) from the south field area to the new vault location, and to also bore under McKercher Boulevard
to bring the mainline and control piping across (under) the roadway.
The proposed budget for the work to be completed was $176,750 not including site and design costs, and engineering provided by SPF in Boise.
Idaho Power will also need to provide and install a transformer on site.
Estimated construction costs: $176,750 Bid Amount: $149,927.76 Idaho Power: $26,000.00 Total: $175,927.76 Site design and Supervision: $24,500 Site design and Supervision: $24,500 Engineering (not to exceed): $9000 Engineering (not to exceed): $9000 Total Original Budget: $210,250 Total Estimated Cost: $209,427.76
The total estimated cost is very close to original budget. Going forward would allow us to not utilize municipal water to irrigate the fields and
green space, providing a significant savings over time.
The recommendation is to accept the bid from Conrad Brothers for $149,927.76.
We did request an add/alternate for another control system (web based with in‐ground sensors) but it proved to be much more expensive, and is
not deemed to be feasible at this time.
The work was scheduled for this past fall but the MOU, design and bid processes took us out past a reasonable start time. Early spring construction
should allow us time to complete the work before the irrigation season begins.
December 6, 2016 TO: Blaine County School District Board of Trustees FROM: GwenCarol Holmes, Ed.D., Superintendent TOPIC: 2017-18 and 2018-19 School Year Calendars Background: In February of 2016 the BCSD Board of Trustee approved a 2016-17 calendar with a half week off of school at Thanksgiving. This came after being presented two draft calendars for the 2016-17 school year with the recommendation from the Calendar Committee that: “Once the Board of Trustees adopts their preferred calendar, the committee will then develop draft calendars following the same pattern for the school years 2017-18 and 2018-19. This allows the Board to adopt a calendar for the 2016-17 school year and draft calendars for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years simultaneously.” (Memo to the Board January 9, 2015) Information: The 2017-18 and 2018-19 calendars need final approval in order to provide families and staff the time needed to plan and prepare for the 2017-2018 school year. In approving the new calendars there are two considerations:
1) Remain with the half week of school during Thanksgiving week or have a full week off at Thanksgiving; the two options presented in the original proposal in January of 2016. If a full week of vacation is given at Thanksgiving the additional two days would be added to the end of the school year.
2) Move the week of Spring Break in March of 2018 and March of 2019 to align with the
Spring Break of all other Region IV schools in Idaho (for IHSAA competitions) and the College of Southern Idaho. BCSD has traditionally aligned its Spring Break with these two organizations. Region IV and CSI Spring Break 2018: March 26 to 30 Region IV and CSI Spring Break 2019: March 25 to 29
Thanksgiving Week: Below is the daily attendance for BSCD and each individual school for Monday and Tuesday the week before Thanksgiving, the week of Thanksgiving, and the week after Thanksgiving.
BCSD Daily Attendance Percentage Week Before Week of
Recommendation: It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve 2017-18 and 2018-19 school year calendars that align Spring Break with Region IV and CSI, and include a Thanksgiving week that is most conducive to good student attendance.
Board Policy Number 220 FORMER BOARD MEMBER SEPARATION POLICY A Blaine County School District board member shall be prohibited from accepting employment with Blaine County School District until the first anniversary of the date the board member’s membership on the board ends.
New Jersey Education Statute: § 18A:12-1.1. Ineligibility for appointment to paid office or position filled by board No member of a board of education shall, during the term for which he is elected or appointed, be eligible for appointment to any paid office or position required to be filled by the board unless he shall resign or cease to be a member at least 6 months prior to his appointment, except in cases where the office or position is by law required or permitted to be filled by a member of the board.
A board shall adopt a policy providing for the employment and du-ties of district personnel. The policy shall provide that:
1. A board employs and evaluates the superintendent;
2. A superintendent has sole authority to make recommenda-tions to a board regarding the selection of all personnel, ex-cept that the board may delegate final authority for those de-cisions to the superintendent [see SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION, below];
3. Each principal must approve each teacher or staff appoint-ment to the principal’s campus as provided by Education Code 11.202 [see DK and DP];
4. Notice will be provided of vacant positions [see POSTING OF VACANCIES, below]; and
5. Each employee has the right to present grievances to the board. [See GRIEVANCES, below]
Education Code 11.1513
A board shall adopt a policy prohibiting the use of social security numbers as employee identifiers other than for tax purposes [see SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS, below]. Education Code 11.1514
A board shall establish a policy designating specific positions of employment, or categories of positions based on considerations such as length of service, to which continuing contracts or term contracts apply. Education Code 21.002(c)
A district’s employment policy may specify the terms of district em-ployment or delegate to the superintendent the authority to deter-mine the terms of employment with the district. Education Code 11.1513(c) [For nepotism implications, see BBFB and DBE]
If a district employs an internal auditor, the board shall select the internal auditor and the internal auditor shall report directly to the board. Education Code 11.170
A board may accept or reject a superintendent’s recommendation regarding the selection of district personnel and shall include the board’s acceptance or rejection in the minutes of the board’s open meeting, in the certified agenda or tape recording of a closed meet-ing, or in the recording required under Government Code 551.125 or 551.127, as applicable. If a board rejects a superintendent’s recommendation, the superintendent shall make alternative rec-ommendations until the board accepts a recommendation. Educa-tion Code 11.1513
A district’s employment policy must provide that not later than the tenth school day before the date on which a district fills a vacant position for which a certificate or license is required as provided by Education Code 21.003 [see DBA], other than a position that af-fects the safety and security of students as determined by the board, the district must provide to each current district employee:
1. Notice of the position by posting the position on:
a. A bulletin board at:
(1) A place convenient to the public in the district’s central administrative office, and
(2) The central administrative office of each campus during any time the office is open; or
b. The district’s Internet website, if the district has a web-site; and
2. A reasonable opportunity to apply for the position.
Education Code 11.1513(d)
If, during the school year, a district must fill a vacant position held by a teacher, as defined by Education Code 21.201 [see DCB], in less than ten school days, the district must provide notice of the position in the manner described above as soon as possible after the vacancy occurs. However, a district is not required to provide the notice for ten school days before filling the position or to pro-vide a reasonable opportunity to apply for the position. Education Code 11.1513(e)
A district’s employment policy must provide each employee with the right to present grievances to the board. The policy may not restrict the ability of an employee to communicate directly with a member of the board regarding a matter relating to the operation of a district, except that the policy may prohibit ex parte communica-tion relating to:
1. A hearing under Education Code Chapter 21, Subchapter E (Term Contracts) or F (Hearing Examiners); and
2. Another appeal or hearing in which ex parte communication would be inappropriate pending a final decision by the board.
Education Code 11.1513(i)–(j) [See DGBA]
A district’s employment policy may include a provision for providing each current district employee with an opportunity to participate in a process for transferring to another school in or position with the district. Education Code 11.1513(c)(3) [See DK]
A district shall employ each classroom teacher, principal, librarian, nurse, or school counselor under a probationary contract, a contin-uing contract, or a term contract. A district is not required to em-ploy a person other than these listed employees under a proba-tionary, continuing, or term contract. Education Code 21.002
“Classroom teacher” means an educator who is employed by a dis-trict and who, not less than an average of four hours each day, teaches in an academic instructional setting or a career and tech-nology instructional setting. The term does not include a teacher’s aide or a full-time administrator. Education Code 5.001(2)
A contract between a district and an educator must be for a mini-mum of ten months of service. An educator employed under a ten-month contract must provide a minimum of 187 days of service. The Commissioner may reduce the number of days of service, but such a reduction by the Commissioner does not reduce an educa-tor’s salary. Education Code 21.401
A board shall establish a plan to encourage the hiring of educa-tional aides who show a willingness to become certified teachers. Education Code 54.363(f)
A district shall file a monthly certified statement of employment of a retiree in the form and manner required by TRS. A district shall inform TRS of changes in status of the district that affect the dis-trict’s reporting responsibilities.
The certified statement must include information regarding em-ployees of third party entities if the employees are service or disa-bility retirees who were first employed by the third party entity on or after May 24, 2003, and are performing duties or providing services on behalf of or for the benefit of a district.
An administrator of a district who is responsible for filing the state-ment, and who knowingly fails to file the statement, commits an offense.
Gov’t Code 824.6022, 825.403(k); 34 TAC 31.2
A board member is prohibited from accepting employment with the district until the first anniversary of the date the board member’s membership on a board ends. Education Code 11.063
A district shall ensure that an employee properly completes section 1—‘‘Employee Information and Verification’’—on Form I-9 at the time of hire.
A district must verify employment eligibility, pursuant to the Immi-gration Reform and Control Act, and complete Form I-9 by the fol-lowing dates:
1. Within three business days of initial hiring. If a district hires an individual for employment for a duration of less than three business days, the district must verify employment at the time of hire.
A district shall not be deemed to have hired an individual if the individual is continuing in his or her employment and has a reasonable expectation of employment at all times.
When a district rehires an individual, the district may, in lieu of completing a new I-9, inspect a previously completed I-9 exe-cuted within three years of the date of rehire, to determine whether the individual is still eligible to work.
2. For an individual whose employment authorization expires, not later than the date of expiration.
8 C.F.R. 274a.2(b)(1)(ii), (iii), (vii), (viii)
A district shall furnish to the Directory of New Hires (Texas Attor-ney General’s Office) a report that contains the name, address, and social security number of each newly hired employee. The report shall also contain a district’s name, address, and employer identification number.
A district may also provide, at its option, the employee’s date of hire, date of birth, expected salary or wages, and the district’s pay-roll address for mailing of notice to withhold child support.
A district shall report new hire information on a Form W-4 or an equivalent form, by first class mail, telephonically, electronically, or by magnetic media, as determined by the district and in a format acceptable to the attorney general.
New hire reports are due:
1. Not later than 20 calendar days after the date a district hires the employee; or
2. In the case of a district transmitting reports magnetically or electronically, by two monthly transmissions (if necessary) not less than 12 days nor more than 16 days apart.
New hire reports shall be considered timely if postmarked by the due date or, if filed electronically, upon receipt by the agency.
A district that knowingly violates the new hire provisions may be liable for a civil penalty, as set forth at Family Code 234.105.
42 U.S.C. 653a(b), (c); Family Code 234.101–.105; 1 TAC 55, Subch. I
A board shall adopt a policy prohibiting the use of the social securi-ty number of an employee of the district as an employee identifier other than for tax purposes. Education Code 11.1514
A district shall not deny to any individual any right, benefit, or privi-lege provided by law because of the individual’s refusal to disclose his or her social security number.
The federal law does not apply to:
1. Any disclosure that is required by federal statute. The United States Internal Revenue Code provides that the social securi-ty number issued to an individual for purposes of federal in-come tax laws shall be used as the identifying number for taxpayers;
2. Any disclosure to a district maintaining a system of records in existence and operating before January 1, 1975, if such dis-closure was required under statute or regulation adopted be-fore such date to verify the identity of an individual; or
3. Any use for the purposes of establishing the identity of indi-viduals affected by any tax, general public assistance, driver’s license, or motor vehicle registration law within a district’s ju-risdiction.
A district that requests disclosure of a social security number shall inform that individual whether the disclosure is mandatory or volun-tary, by what statutory authority such number is solicited, and what uses will be made of it.
Privacy Act of 1974, Pub. L. No. 93-579, Sec. 7, 88 Stat. 1896, 1897 (1974)
PENALTIES
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS
FEDERAL LAW
EXCEPTIONS
STATEMENT OF USES
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Formulation and Revision of Policy Form Date: 12/06/2016
Policy Name / # (if applicable): Finance Policy – Financial Record Retention
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy) This is the last policy in the Financial Policy Adoption Schedule which included policies mandated by state law.
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy)
XXX FINANCIAL RECORDS The Blaine County School District keeps certain records relating to district finance. The documents contained within the files are the property of the District and must be maintained for government and District record keeping purposes. The Finance Manager shall be the custodian of financial record and work with the Public Records Coordinator (Board Clerk) and the Superintendent for the maintenance, safeguarding, and destruction of the District’s records. However, each school employee is likewise responsible for having knowledge of this policy and the requirement to safeguard the District’s records, electronic or otherwise, consistent with the document retention schedule contained in the procedures. All public records will be provided to the public in accordance with the laws of the State of Idaho. RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION The District will retain and destroy finance records in accordance with State and Federal Laws and Regulations. The procedure outlines the district’s operating procedures for records retention and destruction of documents when such retention periods have passed. All records and confidential data maintained by the District will be destroyed after retention dates have passed. Records include electronic as well as paper records. The District will periodically review its record and compliance reports to ensure that they are properly purged no less than once annually.
LEGAL REFERENCE Title 74 Chapter 1 Public Records Act Financial Record Retention Schedule of the Records Management Guide, Idaho State Historical Society
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PROCEDURE: Record Keeping
Adoption Date
Financial Record Keeping
Policy Number XXX
A record is recorded information, in any form, including data in computer systems, created or received and maintained by an organization or person in the transaction of business or the conduct of affairs and kept as evidence of such activity. The following record retention schedule may be reviewed and modified as necessary. This schedule is intended for use with Blaine County School District financial records. For some record flagged in this schedule as Restrict Access, copies can be furnished where restricted information is blocked out or redacted to make it available to a public records request. An example is a contract may be copied if social security numbers, personal contact information, etc., have been obscured.
Documents Retention Period Accounting Administrative Files: Correspondence, reports and data relating to voucher preparation, administrative audit, and other accounting and disbursing operations.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Accounts Receivable Invoices: Invoices billing non-state agencies or institutions for supplies, services or repairs provided by an agency.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Adjustment Forms: Appropriation adjustments created by the finance office and sent to budget manager, superintendent and/or Board of Trustees.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Auditor’s Financial Report Report prepared by internal or external auditors as a result of a financial audit.
Permanent
Bank Statements Canceled checks, debit/credit memoranda, deposit slips, and monthly reconciliations.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Bond Official Transcripts Official files regarding authority to permit bond negotiations with paying agent, etc.
Permanent
Bond Registration Files Issuing agent’s copies of bond
Retain for 2 years after close of audit.
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registration stubs. Bonds and Notes Paid Documentation of payments.
Retain until redeemed by paying agency.
Cash Receipts / Credit Card Receipts Agency copy of receipts given to customers who pay cash to the agency for service rendered.
Cash Receipts: Retain for 3 years after close of audit. Credit Card Receipts: Retain for 18 months after close of audit.
Collection Bonds Collection agency bonds are bonds filed by collection agencies.
Retain for 7 years after bond expiration.
Cost Accounting Reports Report maintained by receiving and reporting units, which document how much it costs an entity to provide a service and the fee they charge for that service.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Cost Report Data Files Ledgers and forms used to accumulate data for use in cost reports.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Deposits with State Treasurer Cash receipt transaction forms accompanying agency deposits to the State Treasurer’s Office.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Employee Travel Reimbursement Files Recording relating to reimbursing individuals, such as travel orders, travel authorizations, per diem vouchers, transportation requests, hotel reservations, and all supporting records documenting official travel by officers, employees, dependents, or others authorized by law to travel.
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
Expenditure Accounting General Correspondence and Subject Files Correspondence or subject file maintained by operating units responsible for expenditure accounting, pertaining to their internal operations and administration.
Retain for 2 years after close of audit.
Expenditure Accounting Posting and Control Files Records used as posting and control media, subsidiary to the general and
Retain for 3 years after close of audit.
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allotment ledgers, and not elsewhere covered in this schedule. General Accounting Ledger General accounts ledger, showing debit and credit entries, and reflecting expenditures in summary.
Retain for 7 years after close of audit.
Inventory of Fixed Assets These records are used to track and control capital outlays such as technology equipment and other large ticket equipment.
Retain for 2 years after close of audit.
Journal Entry Records Entries listing adjustments to an organization’s credit or debit financial statements.
Retain for 10 years after close of audit.
Personnel Accounting Administrative Files Files used for workload and personnel management purposes. Includes correspondence, reports and data relating to voucher preparation, administrative audit, and other accounting and disbursing operations.
Retain for 2 years after close of audit.
Petty Cash Records Records which verify all monies received or expended through a petty cash account. Includes cash receipts, adding machine tapes, daily accounting records, reconciliation, transmittals, etc.
Retain 3 years after close of audit.
Refund Requests Form signed by the customer which requests a refund of monies paid to the agency.
Retain 3 years after close of audit.
Telephone Bills Bills which document calls made from district offices and cell phones.
Retain 3 years after close of audit.
Travel and Transportation Files Correspondence, forms, and relating records pertaining to agency travel and transportation functions, not covered elsewhere in this schedule.
Retain 3 years after close of audit.
Vendor Payment Voucher – Canceled Documentation used to input data about canceled warrants.
Retain 7 years after close of audit.
Warrant Requests Retain 3 years after close of
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Expenditures processed by state agencies to the Office of the State Controllers statewide accounting system to pay vendors for supplies and/or services the vendors have provided to the agencies.
audit.
Warrant Requests Used in the Purchase of Real Property Documentation of the purchase of real estate by a government agency.
Permanent
Warrant / Check Actual warrant or check cut from warrant request to pay for services rendered.
Retain 7 years after close of audit.
Warrant / Check-Lost Legal documentation explaining and justifying a lost warrant, so that a new one can be issued.
Retain 7 years after close of audit.
Intermediary Fiscal Record of Receipts and Disbursements Records including, but not limited to detail record, analysis proof sheet or trial balance worksheet, and adding machine tapes.
Retain 6 years after close of audit.
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Formulation and Revision of Policy Form Date: 12/06/2016
Policy Name / # (if applicable): 507.7 - Dismissal
Mark all that apply: New Revision Legally Referenced or Clerical Revision Submitted by:
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy)
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy) This policy is being revised based on feedback from Coaches and Administrators who deal with students after events. It clears up the language on who can authorize a student’s leave from school ground.
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance modified language as redlined in Policy 507.7 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Policy Title:
Behavior and Discipline Adoption Date
8/14/90
Dismissal Policy Number
507.7 No pupil may be permitted to leave school at the request of or in the company of anyone other than a school employee, police officer, the parent/guardian of the child, or a listed emergency contact, and then may only be released with the principal's or principal’s designee and parent's/guardian’s knowledge and consent. REGULAR SCHOOL DAY No elementary school child shall be permitted to leave school prior to the regular dismissal time except by permission of the principal. No secondary school student may leave school without first checking out through the main office. Students must provide the office with a record of destination, time of expected return, and reason for leaving plus evidence of parent permission. No pupil may be permitted to leave school at the request of or in the company of anyone other than a school employee, police officer, or the parent/guardian of the child, and then only with the principal's and parent's/guardian’s knowledge and consent. School hours will be maintained unless decreed otherwise by the Superintendent. Teachers shall not dismiss any class from school attendance prior to the scheduled dismissal time. Teachers shall not send students on off-campus errands. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Students participating in extra-curricular activities within the School District may only be released with the coaches District’s Designee and parent’s/guardian’s knowledge and consent. Students participating in extra-curricular activities outside of the School District may only be released to an authorized individual with the District’s Designeecoaches and parent’s/guardian’s knowledge and consent. Parent’s/Guardian’s will need to provide written pre-approval of those who are an authorized agent as referenced above. This information will be kept bywith the District’s Designeecoaches and taken with them. Individuals who are not authorized or on the coaches list as approved by the parent’s/guardian’s will not be able to take the student(s).Students may only be released to an authorized individual on the pre-approved list.
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Formulation and Revision of Policy Form Date: 12/06/2016
Policy Name / # (if applicable): 600 – Statement of Guiding Principles
Mark all that apply: New Revision Legally Referenced or Clerical Revision Submitted by:
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy)
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy) This policy is being revised based on feedback from the Director of Curriculum. The Director has been tasked with reviewing our curriculum polices and the guiding statement needed to be reworded to better align with the District’s Strategic Plan.
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance modified language as redlined in Policy 600 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Policy Title: Statement of Guiding Principles
Revised Date 6/9/09
Policy Number 600
The Idaho State Board of Education believes that all children should have an equal opportunity to be educated to the full extent of their abilities, aptitudes, capabilities, and interests through a program that recognizes and provides for the individual differences of all children students of the School District. All educational programs, activities, and facilities operated by the Blaine County School District are made available to all qualified personsindividuals without regard to sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or disability. Innovation and change based upon thorough research, study, deliberation, and evaluation shall be encouraged. The District wishes to encourage experimentation and utilization of various teaching methods. The teacher, however, is responsible to closely follow the curriculum guides established and provided for the grade level and the subject taught. Instructors are asked to add to the textbook material needed to make the course informative and interesting . Teachers are responsible to closely follow the established curriculum for the grade level and the subject taught. Innovation and change based upon thorough research, study, deliberation, and evaluation are encouraged. The District also encourages experimentation and utilization of various teaching methods and instructional resources to make lessons engaging for students. Where teachers' guides and manuals are provided with a textbook series, teachers are expected to make full use of these guides and manuals. Revised 6/9/09 Revised 8/23/00
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Formulation and Revision of Policy Form Date: 12/06/2016
Policy Name / # (if applicable): 601.1 – Type of School Organization
Mark all that apply: New Revision Legally Referenced or Clerical Revision Submitted by:
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy)
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy) This policy is being revised based on feedback from the Director of Curriculum. Since this policy was last adopted we have had a school change its name and designation and needed to update the policy accordingly.
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance Policy 601.1 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Policy Title:
General Organization Revised Date
6/8/10
Type of School Organization Policy Number
601.1 The Blaine County School District is composed of eight (8) schools located in four (4) towns. These facilities, locations, and grade levels are organized as follows:
School Town Grades Ernest Hemingway Elementary School Ketchum Preschool - 5 Hailey Elementary School Hailey Preschool - 5 Bellevue Elementary School Bellevue Preschool - 5 Woodside Alturas Elementary School Hailey
Preschool K -– 5 Dual Immersion Carey School Carey Preschool - 12 Wood River Middle School Hailey 6 - 8 Wood River High School Hailey 9 - 12 Silver Creek High School Hailey 9 - 12
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy)
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy) This policy is being revised based on feedback from the Director of Curriculum. The policy is being aligned with Idaho Code 33-512 to include missing language that the previous policy was lacking.
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance Policy 601.2 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Policy Title:
General Organization Adoption Date
8/14/90
School Day Policy Number
601.2 The minimum number of hours of instruction per year mandated by the Idaho State Department of Education are as follows:
Summary of reason(s) for new policy: (attach policy)
Summary of reason(s) for revision of policy: (attach revised policy) This policy is being revised based on feedback from the Director of Curriculum. This policy is being updated to better align with MSBT Law Model Policies. It better explains what is required for a field trip and establishes deadlines.
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance modified language as redlined in Policy 602.1 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Policy Title:
Instructional Arrangements Revised Date
12/10/02
Field Trips Policy Number
602.1 All Blaine County School District sponsored field trips and excursions off of the school grounds require prior approval of the building administrator. Field trips and excursions should be pertinent to educational programs. All staff who plan field trips and excursions shall have their pupils obtain written consent of their parents/guardians to participate on such trips. The Bboard of Ttrustees recognizes that students benefit from educational experiences outside the classroom. Field trips designed to provide such an experience for the student may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Factors such as the age of the students, quality and uniqueness of the experience, and availability of chaperones and transportation, among others, will be considered in determining whether or not a field trip will be approved.
1. Requests for approval of field trips must be submitted to the principal at least ten (10) school days in advance of the field trip if transportation is required. Field trips not requiring transportation must be submitted to the principal in a timely manner. The proposal must be in writing, identifying the purpose of the field trip and its educational value to the students. The principal may impose restrictions regarding the date, length of time, and the chaperone/student ratio as a condition of approval. A field trip outside the district’s boundaries must be approved by the superintendent.
2. All students must return permission slips for the field trip, signed by a parent/guardian,
before they will be allowed to participate in the field trip. The teacher will retain the permission slips until the end of the school year. Alternate lesson plans must be available for those students not participating in the field trip.
3. Private automobiles will not be used for any field trip.
LEGAL REFERENCE Governance of Schools, Idaho Code Title 33, Section 512(12)
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Summary of Policy/Revision Recommendations (*Majority/Minority Opinion)
The motion to advance changes to Policy 300.1 to the Board of Trustees passed by a unanimous vote in favor.
*If applicable, include rationale for proposal or revision, budgetary impacts and other considerations as appropriate. (Use additional sheets as necessary.)
Section B
Move to procedure Policy Title:
Organization of District Administration Revised Date
• For many kids in our schools, school is where they consume ½ or more of their
daily calories
St. Luke’s Community Health Needs Assessment
• 50% of all adults are overweight or obese.
• Percentage of people in Blaine County living with diabetes is up 50% in past ten years.
• More children have adult diseases.
Students who have access to healthy whole foods & physical activity:
• Perform better in school• Have increased attention and concentration• Improved math, reading & writing scores• More engaged & experience less disruptive
behavior• Better attendance• Great long term academic success
American Heart Association
• Recommends six teaspoons of added sugar a day
• Equals about 25 grams
• BCSD breakfasts can contain up to 12 teaspoons of added sugar
Wellness Committee Wellness Survey
65% of parent comments about school food concernsNeed for improved nutritionMore appetizing foodHealthier foodFood with less sugar
Whole Systems Approach
Food ServiceFinancialProcurementTransportationFood productionHuman ResourcesMeal ServiceComplicated federally mandated record
keeping
2016 Food Service Budget
Revenue$1,176,938
Expenses$1,449,938
Additional Spending to balance budget$270,000
Approximately 20% deficit
What does an Assessment look at?
o Organizational & labor structure based upon our existing operation
o Recommendations on our operational strategies to increase efficiencies in our day to day operations
o Recommend ways to improve participation and student satisfaction
o Help with menu development, cycle design, how to best meet USDA guidelines effectively with quality.
o Assist with procurement development relative to our current conditions and circumstances
What does an Assessment look at?
o Recommendations for growth and change based upon our departments planned goals
o Recommendations for marketing and communication strategies
o Provide a strategic timeline for recommendations based upon our sense of urgency, needs, availability vs. long term goals
o All done through objective data gathering, interviews and observation
Comprehensive School Food Assessments
• Size of District• Number of schools• Distance between them• Conducted by professionals• Cost 25k-35k
Items to consider
• Wellness Committee• Committed to helping
the process• Research• Questions• Information
• School Board• To approve the
opportunity to pursue bids for assessment
• Bring bids back to Board for discussion
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Request for Bids Blaine County School District #61
118 West Bullion
Hailey, ID 83333
208-578-5000 Voice
208-578-5110 Fax
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Table of Contents
1 Terms and Conditions ............................................................................................................ 3
The Blaine County School District (Purchaser) reserves the right to accept any bid or, at its
discretion, reject any or all bids for whatever reasons it deems appropriate.
The Purchaser reserves the right to purchase ALL or PART of the materials and hardware
needed for the project.
Receipt of a bid response does not obligate the Purchaser to pay any expenses incurred by the
bidder in preparation of the bid response or obligate the Purchaser in any other respect.
The Purchaser reserves the right to modify the specifications contained in the Request for
Quote anytime during the bidding period.
Only changes issued as an addendum will be binding upon the Purchaser. No verbal
instructions or interpretations of requirements shall be accepted.
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4 SCOPE OF WORK
Removable of existing Dukane system and wiring
(Unless analog wiring can be used for Option A).
Installation, configuration and programming of complete clock system.
24V wiring for Option A if required
Panduit Cat6 wiring and all terminations and labeling for Option B and Option C
48 Port Patch Panels as needed
Raceways and all wiring supplies as needed
Training of WRHS administrative staff on operation of system.
Complete system documentation including User Guide, Owner’s Guide and wiring schematic.
POE switches will be provided by the customer. Singlewire InformaCast integration provided by
the customer.
The proposal will include line item cost for each hardware component by part number, a separate
cost for labor and a separate line item cost for engineering and programming (if applicable).
Work to be completed by March 3, 2017. Contractor must arrange to work before/after the
normal school day hours of 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Option A Analog Clock System
(1) V-WMCA Wireless Master Clock Transceiver
(4) V-VCU 6 Amp 2-Wire Clock Driver
(121) V-D2425B 2.5" Digital Clock, 24V, 4-Digit
Option B Digital IP Clock System
(121) VIP-D625A IP PoE 2.5" Digital Clock, 6-Digit
Option C Digital IP Clock/Speaker System Combination
(84) IPCSS-RWB Advanced Network Devices | (Small IP clock with RWB flashers)
(37) VIP-D625A IP PoE 2.5" Digital Clock, 6-Digit
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5 Administration Documentation
5.1 Labeling
Racks, Panels, Blocks
A unique identifier shall be marked on each piece of connecting hardware to identify it as
connecting hardware. Patch panels labeled alphabetically from top of rack.
Each port on the connecting hardware shall be labeled with its identifier.
5.2 Drawings As-built drawings shall be supplied by the contractor showing the locations of and identifiers for
all:
Backbone cable routing and terminations
5.3 Records All records shall be created by the installation contractor and turned over at the completion of
work. The format shall be computer based and both soft copies and hard copies shall be part of
the As-built package. The minimum requirements include:
1) Test documentation on all cable types shall be included as part of the As-built package.
2) As-Built drawing with data locations accurately and legibly noted.
5.4 Reports All reports shall be generated from the computer based (MS Visio preferred) program used to
create the records above.
5.5 Warranty
Minimum 1-year manufacturer’s warranty on all parts and material. Free technical support on any
aspect of the system for 1 year.
Minimum 25-year manufacturer’s warranty on all Panduit parts and material.
6 Industry Requirements
The following installation, documentation, component and system industry specifications shall be met or exceeded:
ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.1 and addenda ”Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard - Part 1: General Requirements”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and addenda ”Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard - Part 2: Balanced Twisted-Pair”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and addenda ”Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard - Part 3: Optical Fiber Cabling and Components Standard”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-569-A and addenda ” Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-606 and addenda ” Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure of Commercial Buildings”
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ANSI/TIA/EIA-607 and addenda ” Commercial Building Grounding and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-7 ”Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant”
ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-14A ”Optical Power Loss Measurements of Installed Multimode Fiber Cable Plant”
IEC/TR3 61000-5-2 - Ed. 1.0 and amendments “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 5: Installation and mitigation guidelines - Section 2: Earthing and cabling”
ISO/IEC 11801:2000 Ed1.2 and amendments ” Information technology - Generic cabling for customer premises”
CENELEC EN 50173:2000 and amendments ” Information Technology - Generic cabling systems”
School: Wood River High School Courses Proposed for Addition/Renaming: Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Old course name: Chemistry in the Community Proposed new course name: Applied Chemistry
10,11,12 grade
2 Biology/ or concurrent with biology
General chemistry content consistent with non‐science tracking, college, junior college, workforce, or military bound students. Pracĕcal applicaĕon of everyday chemistry, liĥle emphasis on mathemaĕcal, theoreĕcal, or quantum mechanics.
The course ĕtle “Chemistry in the Community was chosen based on a curriculum and the book ĕtled by the same name. The current text book, Chemistry in the Community is, in my opinion organized in a strange way that does not build on cumulaĕng skills. I have gone off text for the most part this year, because of this reason. Also, many students who take Chemistry in the Community have trouble reading the text. There is a recurring reference to a ficĕĕous town with environmental issues which students are supposed to apply learned concepts and problem solving. Any deviaĕon from the order of the text makes such passages in the book difficult to understand and follow, especially for ESL students. I propose a new, more readable and appropriately ordered content textbook called Chemistry, a Natural Approach The course will be called “Applied Chemistry.”
AP Physics 2 10, 11,12 2 AP Physics 1, Algebra II AP Physics 2 is an algebra‐based,
introductory college‐level physics course. Students culĕvate their understanding of Physics through inquiry‐based invesĕgaĕons as they explore topics such as fluid staĕcs and dynamics; thermodynamics with kineĕc theory; PV diagrams and probability; electrostaĕcs; electrical circuits with capacitors; magneĕc fields; electromagneĕsm; physical and geometric opĕcs; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics.
This course is designed to accommodate those students who have completed AP Physics 1. Currently, there are about 40 students in AP P1, and we expect 20 students to go on to AP P2.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
DI: Who are we? A Survey of Spanish and Latin American Culture through Film and Literature
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
In this one semester course, students will examine similariĕes and differences in cultural values throughout the Spanish speaking world through the arts. Spanish language films, literature, and art will be the vehicles for understanding cultural perspecĕves. Students will read and analyze a variety of texts wriĥen by authors from Spain and Laĕn America and become familiar with the works of various famous Spanish and Laĕn American arĕsts. They will expand vocabulary, develop grammar, and improve proficiency in reading, wriĕng, listening, and speaking through a variety of different acĕviĕes. Students will produce a product which expresses their own cultural idenĕty.
Modificaĕon of former course to add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
DI: Crisis!
Understanding
Conflict in Spain
and Latin America
through Film
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
In this one semester course, students will examine several 20th century conflicts in Spain and Laĕn America through film. Each film will be accompanied by arĕcles and documents to support understanding. Students will lead discussions on a variety of issues and demonstrate comprehension through debates, presentaĕons, and wriĥen work. The class will provide opportuniĕes to expand vocabulary and grammar while improving proficiency in reading, wriĕng, listening and speaking skills.
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
DI: Being Bilingual
Pays
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
Put your bilingualism to use and save money. Whether heading off to college or to the workforce, this course could earn you college credit for language skills and launch
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
you into a bilingual career. Course work includes preparaĕon for the Spanish CLEP exam (up to 12 college credits) and Idaho Court Interpreter Training & Cerĕficaĕon Program, and applicaĕon through community service.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
DI: Human Rights
and Social Order
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
What are your human rights and why are human rights important? This one‐semester course explores the Universal Declaraĕon of Human Rights and current social issues around the world. Students will discover ways to affect change in their own lives and pursue social jusĕce.
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
Old Course Name: Journalism New Course Name: School Newspaper
9‐12 2 none Same content as Journalism, just new name. Preferred course name to define course and enĕce students.
Web Design I 9‐12 1 None This would be a very introductory course in designing web pages. Topics such as HTML, CSS, graphics, video, and animaĕons will be explored. Students will get a hands on approach to designing their own web pages, and creaĕng all the content added to them.
In today’s world, web design is a very strong professional fields. Creaĕng a web design 1 class would focus specifically on designing web pages and learning how to create media for those pages. Will be a possible Dual Credit class
Web Design II 10,11,12 1 Web Design I Students will learn and use HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JQuery to advance their web design and implement interacĕve content for their web pages. Students will conĕnue to expand their learning of the structure and organizaĕon of the internet, its file types and protocols.
Collaboraĕon within the CTE department increased student demand to conĕnue on beyond Web Design I.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Video Production II 9‐12 1 Video Producĕon I
The current Video Producĕon I class will move to Video Producĕon II and the curriculum below will be for the new content of Video Producĕons I. This course will introduce students to basic video producĕon techniques. This will include techniques in storytelling, storyboarding, filming, ediĕng, exporĕng and file types, equipment use, and delivery on mulĕple plaĔorms. Students will get a very hands on approach by creaĕng several smaller projects and move to larger scale projects. This class will be a prerequisite for the fast paced environment of Video Producĕon II which will be geared toward broadcasĕng the school news.
Modifying the curriculum and adding a prerequisite to the exisĕng Video Producĕon I class that produces the school news. The school news class would move to Video producĕon II. This is an effort to train students on equipment, techniques, and so├ware before they enter the fast paced live broadcasĕng video class.
AP Human
Geography
10/11 Grade
2 World History
The purpose of the AP Human Geography course is to introduce students to the systemaĕc study of paĥerns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteraĕon of Earth’s surface. Students employ spaĕal concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organizaĕon and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and pracĕce. Through the study of past and contemporary human interacĕons, this dynamic, mulĕ‐disciplinary course allows for students to engage in real‐world problems and issues. Throughout the course, students will explore these with individual case studies. The course embraces the Project Based‐
In the effort to fully embrace our mission statement (“Globally‐minded learners”), it is important to broaden our course offerings to reflect it. The AP Human Geography course is one of the fastest growing AP courses in the country and we feel that WRHS should be be at the forefront of innovaĕve and dynamic course offerings that offer the most rigorous and engaging curriculums. Global ciĕzenship and civic responsibility, are fundamentally rooted with students’ awareness and understanding of the greater world around them. We believe that this AP Human Geography curriculum offers WRHS a great opportunity to challenge our students to think globally, become more culturally literate, and engage them in a rigorous college‐level AP course.
Learning model and gives the students plenty of opportunity to pursue aspects/topics that are the most engaging for them. Topics I. Geography: Its Nature and Perspecĕves II. Populaĕon III. Cultural Paĥerns and Processes IV. Poliĕcal Organizaĕon of Space V. Agriculture and Rural Land Use VI. Industrializaĕon and Economic Development VII. Ciĕes and Urban Land Use
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Concert 9
Orchestra
9 2 Concert 8 Orchestra (3rd year orchestra at the MS).
The course is designed specifically to fourth year orchestra students and will conĕnue the sequenĕal curriculum that has been established. This allows for more individualized instrucĕon for freshman orchestra students and introduces them to the rigor and expectaĕons of the high school orchestra program. The goals of this course are to increase individual musicality, technique, and musical vocabulary. Throughout the year we will introduce a number of musical selecĕons that will reinforce the concepts of sound producĕon, balance, blend, and intonaĕon.
Reason: The orchestra program has grown such that we now have an opportunity to add a pre‐requisite to the Concert Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra. Modifying the curriculum and adding a prerequisite allows for more individualized instrucĕon and makes for two smaller classes (2 classes of 25) instead of one large (class of 50).
School: Silver Creek High School Courses Proposed for Addition/Renaming: Offerings through College of Western Idaho Course Name Open
to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course
Change or Addition CWI English 101
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
English 101 emphasizes the process and strategies of wriĕng with criĕcal aĥenĕon to purpose, audience, and style. Students write analyĕcal essays based on reading, observaĕons, and ideas; develop their invenĕveness and voice; and edit for style convenĕons of standard usage.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI English 175
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
English 101 (can be waived) Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
This course introduces literary genres (novel, short story, drama, poetry) and provides the general student with the terminology and standard techniques of literary analysis and explicaĕon.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI Math 095: College Prep Math
9th & 10th
The college‐preparatory course offering is MATH 095, College Prep Math, offered through the Math Soluĕons Center (MSC) locaĕons. (There is an MSC in Boise and in Nampa.) While this course does not fulfill the general educaĕon mathemaĕcs requirement for an Associate’s degree, it does provide a student with the set of foundaĕonal skills needed for college‐level mathemaĕcs courses. The faculty affiliated with this course are dedicated to providing an encouraging learning environment, using technology to enhance the delivery of material and guided pracĕce for the student.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI Math 123
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
This survey course provides an opportunity to acquire an appreciaĕon of the nature of mathemaĕcs and its relaĕon to other aspects of our culture. The course is rigorous but not rigid and applies mathemaĕcs to real‐world problems.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
CWI Math 143 College Algebra
11th & 12th
3 College, 1 High School
C or beĥer in Math 123
This course includes fundamental concepts of algebra; equaĕons and inequaliĕes; funcĕons and graphs; polynomial, raĕonal, exponenĕal, and logarithmic funcĕons; systems of equaĕons and inequaliĕes; conics; the Binomial Theorem. Credit hours are not granted in both MATH 143 and MATH 147. PREREQ: Mastery of units 1‐12 in MATH 095 or equivalent placement score. (This CWI course meets Idaho State Board GEM competency requirements in GEM 3 ‐ Mathemaĕcal Ways of Knowing.)
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
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Regular November Meeting
Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #61
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016 – 6:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM
For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District
website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Regular November
School Board Meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME
Board Chairman Shawn Bennion called the Regular November Meeting of the Blaine County School
District Board of Trustees to order at 6:00 p.m.
Present were Chairman Bennion and Board Members Rob Clayton and Cami Bustos. Trustee
Elizabeth Corker was present via phone. Also present were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes,
Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Treasurer Val Seamons, Assistant Superintendent John Blackman,
Board Clerk Amanda LaChance as well as interested patrons and employees.
Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present.
II. PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
III. OATH OF OFFICE – Amanda LaChance, Board Clerk
Ellen Mandeville – Trustee Zone 3
Board Clerk Amanda LaChance administered the Trustee Oath of Office to Ellen Mandeville,
appointed trustee for the Zone 3 vacancy.
IV. AGENDA REVIEW - Any Additions, Corrections, Modifications or Substitutions to the
Current Agenda Trustee Ellen Mandeville made a motion to amend the agenda to add to the decisions section agenda
item 13.f - Mobile Phones and a Service Plan for Trustees. Her good faith reason for this amendment
is that she is a newly appointment member of the Board and has been unable to engage in the agenda
setting process and feels that it is important to separate personal and Board business. Trustee Corker
a. Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum and Susie Reese, Administrative Assistant
I would like to give an accolade to both Angie Martinez and Susie Reese. Last year was an adoption
year for the Engineering Technology classes. As these classes are totally different than most classes,
adopting books really wasn’t an option. The books would be obsolete before we received them and
our classes are mostly hands-on projects. Both Angie and Susie were open to our idea of getting real
life things and materials. Angie explained what items would fit into this category and what items
wouldn’t and both Susie and Angie spent the entire school year working with us and refining
everything. Once the board approved our request, Susie ordered everything, not an easy job. We had
many, many disparate items to be ordered. Susie e-mailed us when there were questions and got
everything ordered. Susie then went through all of the deliveries and got them sent to each of our
schools so we had them before the school year started. That was not easy and a very impressive feat!
Thanks to Angie and Susie’s dedication and willing to think outside the box, our engineering
technology classes have some amazing new items to be used for the next five years.
Submitted by Scott Slonim
b. Victor M. Watson – Sales and Marketing Manager, Cox Communications
Victor W. Watson, Sales and Marketing manager for Cox Communications in Sun Valley, ID
contacted me to let me know that he would donate 20 new Lenovo Chromebooks to Wood River
Middle School.
Working closely with Paul Zimmerman in our Technology Department, Mr. Watson brought the
devices to the school and Paul did his work to add them to our inventory. We were able to
supplement some teacher's classes who were asking for up to 3-4 more devices for their carts. The
timing from Cox Communications could not have been better.
We have issued the Chromebooks to seven different classrooms at Wood River Middle School. The
teachers and our computer lab paraprofessional, Cheryl Kramer, were so grateful for the donations.
Students spend much more time researching and working digitally. The Chromebook fleet at WRMS
has been invaluable for our progress toward a more engaging curriculum enabling students to
conduct research and give presentations.
Blaine County School District and Wood River Middle School want to thank Cox Communications
for their huge donation and their partnership with educational institutions in our community.
Submitted by: Fritz Peters
VI. SCHOOL REPORT: Alturas Elementary School
Alturas Elementary Principal Brad Henson and fellow staff members presented the Board with
information regarding the bilingual learning process called bridging within a dual language content
model.
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VII. PUBLIC COMMENT
a. Kim Nelson – Bellevue, Idaho
It was my privilege to have served on the Blaine County School Board for two terms. During
that time, I had the opportunity to work with Irene Healy on several occasions. In addition, my
children graduated from Wood River High School, and some had classes from Irene as well. I do
believe that my following statement is founded based on experience of both my own and of my
children. In fact, I don't believe anyone on the Board at this time has had the opportunity that I
have had to work directly with Irene Healy.
At the last week's board meeting, which I attended, I was shocked at the reprehensible
diatribe directed at Irene Healy. For some reason that same unethical behavior was not
exhibited as part of the discussion with the other candidates for the open Board position. Let
me set the record straight for Irene Healy.
Irene was one of those teachers who came to school early and stayed late. She used that time to
develop individualized learning plans for all of her students in a laboratory setting. Her goal was
to give each student hands on experience, transferring textbook knowledge to actual experience.
Irene's students were ready for the rigors of college learning when they moved on from her
classes in chemistry and physics.
In my observation Irene had the respect of her students, fellow teachers, and the school principal.
She is bright, articulate and could always be counted on to do the little extras that come with
teaching in a high school setting. Her principal could always count on her to do an excellent
job in the classroom as well as help to provide for a positive school climate. Teachers don't
come any better than Irene Healy.
On a very personal note, Irene found several students cheating on the final exam for that semester.
Unbelievable pressure was brought to bear on Irene from a few members of the community who
wanted that grade changed. Of course their request was brought before the school board to
require Irene to change that grade. The school board supported Irene because there was no
doubt she was correct. Irene would not demean herself by changing that grade. When a person
has integrity, even at the threat of her job, and does the right thing, that is an outstanding
example of what a fine person Irene is. After that incident, I had even more respect for Irene Healy.
In closing, I would request that no one on this Board ever again demean in a public setting
the character of anyone, especially one who has proven her integrity and is one of the
finest teachers and persons that it has been my privilege to know. Yes, based on all that I
know about Irene and all that Irene knows about the culture and inner workings of the Blaine
County School District, she would have been an outstanding school board member.
b. Larry Schoen – Bellevue, Idaho
Larry Schoen congratulated the Board on their new member and welcomed their newest trustee. Mr.
Schoen also provided the Board with suggestions to assist trustees with the overall function of the
Board.
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VIII. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT – Dr. GwenCarol Holmes
a. Inspire, Engage, Empower
The Mountain Bike Team presented the Board with a review of their year which included trophies
earned by team.
b. Student Enrollment Report
The Student Enrollment Report is bookmarked for review.
Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes presented the Board with the Student Enrollment Report which
reflects a 1.6% increase from the previous year and 13 students more than projected in the 2016-17
budget.
IX. BOARD CHAIR REPORT – Chairman Shawn Bennion
a. Student Liaison Report – Odalis Ocampo, Carey High School
Odalis Ocampo presented the Board with upcoming events at all BCSD High School. With this being
Ms. Ocampo’s last Board meeting as Student Liaison, the Board thanked her for her service.
b. Announcements
November 10th and 11th – Parent Teacher Conferences – No School for Elementary
Students (Excluding Carey Elementary)
November 17th and 18th – Carey Elementary Conferences – No School for Carey
Elementary Students
Friday, November 18th – Carey High School Teacher Work Day – No School for Carey
Secondary Students
Wednesday, November 23 through Friday, November 25 – Thanksgiving Vacation
November 29, November 30, December 1, and, if needed, December 5 from 4:30-8:30
pm – Administrator Negotiations at the Community Campus Minnie Moore Room
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 – Regular December Board Meeting
c. Zone 3 Vacancy
Board Member Rob Clayton proposed that the Board create a procedure moving forward for
appointment interviews to ensure consistency.
X. BUSINESS – Continuing Business
a. Teacher Liaison Appointment
The application for Teacher Liaison is bookmarked for review.
The Board appointed Wood River Middle School teacher Melanie Schrader as Teacher Board
Liaison. The Board thanked Jana Fitzpatrick for her service as this was her last meeting as Teacher
Liaison.
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b. Blaine County School District Draft Policies
Financial Policy 877 - Time and Effort Reporting Requirements
Policy 834 – Increase in Fees
Policy 602.2 – Student Fees
Policy 604.11 – Parental Rights and Involvement
The BCSD Draft Policies are bookmarked for review.
The Board reviewed the draft policies listed above.
XI. BUSINESS – New Business
a. MOA with CSI for College and Career Counseling
Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum and Millie Reidy, WRHS College and Career
Counselor
The Memo, MOA with CSI, and CSI Job Description are bookmarked for review.
Angie Martinez presented the Board with information regarding a Memorandum of Agreement with
College of Southern Idaho or CSI to provide college and career counseling which will meet new
legislative requirements under Idaho Code 33-1212A effective July 1, 2016. Idaho Code 33-1212A
requires that each district have a College and Career Advising Mentoring plan which will focus on
helping students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve academic success and to be
college and career ready upon high school graduation. Blaine County School District will receive
approximately $53,000 new dollars to carry out the identified plan. The presented MOA with CSI
outlines the position of Transition Coordinator who will serve five days per week with the cost of
these services to BCSD not to exceed the total amount provided by the State of Idaho under Idaho
Code 33-1212A.
b. Science Standards
Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum
The PowerPoint Presentation for Science and Social Emotional Learning Standards are bookmarked
for review.
The Memo titled Next Generation Science Standards are bookmarked for review.
Angie Martinez presented the Board with a proposal to update BCSD’s science standards to the Next
Generation Science Standards or NGSS.
c. Social Emotional Learning Standards
Debi Gutknecht, Director of Student Services
The Memo and supporting documents are bookmarked for review.
Debi Gutknecht presented the Board with a proposal to develop Social Emotional Learning
standards.
d. Secondary Course of Study
Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes
The Secondary Course of Study and Power Point presentation is bookmarked for review. GwenCarol Holmes presented the Board with the Secondary Course of Study which was developed
by a task force based on community feedback collected during the superintendent’s listening tour in
the fall of 2014, survey data from the strategic planning process in the spring of 2015, financial
survey data from the winter of 2015, and IDAPA code.
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e. Redesign of WRMS Locker Room and Restrooms
Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
The WRMS Gender Inclusion Locker Room and Restroom Update Memo is bookmarked for review.
Howard Royal presented the Board on the Wood River Middle School gender inclusion locker room
and restroom update.
f. Permission to Advertise for the Purchase of Propane for Carey High School
Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
The request to Advertise for the Purchase of Propane is bookmarked for review.
Howard Royal requested permission to advertise for the purchase of propane for Carey High School.
g. Hailey Elementary Sculpture Donation
Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
The Hailey Elementary Sculpture Donation Memo is bookmarked for review.
Howard Royal presented the Board with a request to return a sculpture donated to Blaine County
School District to be placed at Hailey Elementary to the original donor.
h. School Food Assessment
There was a brief discussion regarding the school food assessment and Trustee Bustos requested that
the further discussion be tabled until the December School Board Meeting when the Wellness
Committee can give a formal recommendation to the Board.
i. Proposed Board Separation Policy
Trustee Corker discussed her idea to generate a policy regarding Board Separation. The Board
requested that further discussion on the policy be conducted when a draft policy is available to
review.
j. Blaine County School District Draft Policies
Financial Policy – Financial Record Retention
Policy 507.7 – Dismissal
Policy 600 – Statement of Guiding Principles
Policy 601.1 – Type of School Organization
Policy 601.2 – School Day
Policy 602.1 – Field Trips
Policy 301.1 – Organizational Chart (Delete Policy and Move to Procedures)
The BCSD Draft Policies are bookmarked for review.
The Board reviewed draft policies listed above.
XII. PUBLIC COMMENT
The Board was not presented with public comments at this time.
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XIII. DECISIONS
a. Consent Agenda
i. Consideration of Minutes
Regular October 11, 2016 Board Meeting and Special Meeting
Special October 18, 2016 Special Meeting
Special November 3, 2016 Special Meeting – Zone 3 Interviews
The Draft Meeting Minutes are bookmarked for review.
ii. Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report – Payment of Bills
The Monthly Financial Reports Ending October 31, 2016 are bookmarked for review.
iii. Permission to Advertise for the Purchase of Propane for Carey High School
iv. Consideration of Personnel – Exiting and Entering
*For Board Information
Classified (Non-Certified) Staff – Exiting
James Liesenfield – Bus Driver – Transportation *Retirement 11/30/2016
Christopher Bluma – Custodian – Community Campus
Classified (Non-Certified) Staff – Recommending for Hire
Wendy Young – Special Education Paraprofessional – Alturas Elementary
Steve Scott – Boys Basketball JV Head Coach – Wood River High School
Shawn Killingsworth – Girls Softball JV Head Coach – Wood River High School
Craig Eastop – Girls Basketball 9th Grade Head Coach – Wood River High School *Coach Only
Chris Koch – Boys Basketball Varsity Assistant Coach – Wood River High School *Coach Only
Dave Kistler – Boys Basketball 9th Grade Head Coach – Wood River High School
Trustee Clayton made a motion to accept the consent agenda as presented. Trustee Bustos seconded
the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
b. MOA with CSI for College and Career Counseling
Trustee Clayton made a motion to enter into a memorandum of agreement with CSI. Trustee
Mandeville seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
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c. Redesign of WRMS Locker Room and Restrooms
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to move forward with the redesign of the WRMS locker room
and restrooms. Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
d. Hailey Elementary Sculpture Donation
Trustee Rob Clayton made a motion to return the sculpture back to the owner. Trustee Mandeville
seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
e. Blaine County School District Draft Policies
Financial Policy 877 - Time and Effort Reporting Requirements
Policy 834 – Increase in Fees
Policy 602.2 – Student Fees
Policy 604.11 – Parental Rights and Involvement
Policy 301.1 – Organizational Chart (Delete Policy and Move to Procedures)
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to table the decision of policy 301.1 – Organizational Chart
(Delete Policy and Move to Procedures) until the December Board meeting. Trustee Corker seconded
the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
Trustee Rob Clayton made a motion to approve draft Financial Policy 877- Time and Effort
Reporting Requirements, Policy 834 – Increase in Fees, Policy 602.2 – Student Fees, and Policy
604.11 – Parental Rights and Involvement. Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
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f. Mobile Phones and Service Plan for Trustees (Amended)
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to approve the purchase of mobile phones and a service plan for
trustees. Trustee Bustos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Cami Bustos: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
XIV. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR NOVEMBER SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Trustee Corker made a motion to adjourn the Regular November Board meeting. Chairman Bennion
seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
The Regular November School Board Meeting was adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING/ EXECUTIVE SESSION
OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT # 61
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2016 AT 5:00 PM
COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM #301
I. Call to Order and Welcome
Chairman Shawn Bennion called the Special Meeting of Board of Trustees to order at 5:00 p.m. Those present for
the meeting were Chairman Bennion and Board Members Elizabeth Corker, Rob Clayton, and Ellen Mandeville.
Trustee Bustos was unable to attend. Also in attendance were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, School District
Attorney Adam King, and Board Clerk Amanda LaChance.
Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present.
II. Any Additions, Corrections, Modifications or Substitutions to the Current Agenda
None
III. Closed Executive Session
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convent to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to
consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a). Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it
passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Ellen Mandeville: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
The Board convened to Closed Executive Session at 5:02 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. Trustee
Mandeville left the meeting at 5:45 to be with her family.
IV. Reconvene to Open Session
The Board reconvened to Open Session at 6:35 p.m.
V. Adjourn
There being no further business to discuss, Trustee Clayton made a motion to adjourn the special meeting. Chairman
Shawn Bennion seconded the motion and it passed 3-0.
Shawn Bennion: Aye
Elizabeth Corker: Aye
Rob Clayton: Aye
The Special Meeting of the Blaine County School District Board of Trustees adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
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Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES ADMINISTRATOR NEGOTIATIONS
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 61 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND/OR NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES NOVEMBER 29, 2016 4:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM #301
For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Administrator Negotiations.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Chairman Bennion called the Special Meeting for Administrator Negotiations to order at 4:30 p.m. Those present for the meeting were: Interest Based Bargaining Facilitators: Marsha Azorsky and Joni Cashman Administration Representatives: Marcia Grabow, Fritz Peters, John Pearce Alternates: Rob Ditch and Thad Biggers Board Representatives: Elizabeth Corker, Ellen Mandeville, Shawn Bennion Alternates (Not Present): Rob Clayton and Cami Bustos Also in attendance were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Board Attorney Adam King, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Administrative Assistant Karen Hoffman as well as interested employees and citizens. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present. II. AMENDMENT OF BOARD MOTION TO ALLOW ALL AVAILABLE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT TO PARTICIPATE IN NEGOTIATIONS Trustee Mandeville made a motion to allow available Board members to participate in this negotiations process with administrators with the same number of administrators. Trustee Corker seconded motion and it passed 3-0 by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye III. INTEREST BASED BARGAINING TRAINING Marsha Azorsky and Joni Cashman
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Introductions and review Rules of a Good Observer Facilitators and team members introduced themselves. Explanation and Training - Interest Based Bargaining The team discussed implications of members joining negotiations when he/ she is available. The group agreed that there should be an equal number of Board members to administrators. The team reviewed and agreed on the guidelines for being a good observer. Ground rules 1. Take turns, raise hand 2. Avoid sidebars 3. Elephants in room 4. Voting your conscience- agree to support issues professionally (if you can’t live with it say so) 5. Honor all input and assume positive intent 6. Focus on issue not individual 7. Share all information with team and welcome divergent opinions 8. Rules for Caucus / Executive Session 9. Stay on topic and discuss issue at hand 10. Quality time for a quality agreement The team reviewed and agreed on the ground rules. Components of Interest Based Bargaining
• Issues - What needs to be addressed • Interest - Why the issue is important • Options - How it can be solved • Standards - Regulates option & issue • Consensus - Agreement or can live with it
Standards 1. Is it legal? 2. Is it fair and in good faith? 3. Is it fiscally responsible in both the short and long term? 4. Is it workable/practical to administer? 5. Is it mutually beneficial? 6. Is it in the interest of student learning? 7. Is it easy to understand/explain? 8. Is it reasonable to stakeholders? The team reviewed and agreed on the ground rules. Recess: 6:02 p.m. Reconvene: 6:21 p.m. Check In IV. SCOPE OF BARGAINING
DRAFT
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V. ISSUES
1. Compensation 2. Salary Schedule 3. Health Benefits 4. How are we going to work together (Relationships, Respect, Fairness, and Trust) 5. Master Agreement/Contracts 6. Recruitment and Retention of Educational Leaders 7. Clarity of Roles 8. Time for Agreement in the End 9. Stability of the District 10. Additional Benefits
The team agreed to organize the identified issues into the following categories and tentatively agreed to review each set of issues in the order it is listed. *The team may agree to change the categorization and/or order of these issues at any time.
1. Clarity of Roles 2. Compensation, Salary Schedule, Health Benefits, Recruitment and Retention of Education Leaders and
Additional Benefits 3. Relationship and Respect, Trust, Master Agreement/Contract, How are we going to go forward to work
together, Stability for District 4. Time for agreement in the end
VI. NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AS NEEDED Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b).
Trustee Corker made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Corker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye The Negotiation Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 7:55 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The committee reconvened to Open Session at 8:20 p.m. Issue #1: Clarity of Roles
• Understanding how administration works • Defines our group/organization • Clarification of responsibilities as a basis to develop a salary schedule or compensation package
Options:
1. Roles: All assistant superintendents, principals, directors, assistant directors, supervisors, managers, coordinators, or those otherwise acting in concerted effort, whether under contract or leave. Newly created positions shall be defined by a joint committee of the Union representative and the Superintendent as to whether the position is administrative or faculty.
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o Currently: acting in concerted effort to organize: Grafft, Glenn, Biggers, Ditch, Sauvageau, Henson, Nelson, Pearce, Haisley, Peters, Peck, Martinez, Gutknecht, Blackman, Bronson, Crocker, Fletcher, Grabow, Maza, McGoffin, Squires, Seamons, Royal
2. Group based on education required, responsibilities and number of students o Bachelor’s Degree or Journeyman license: Transportation Director, Technology Director,
Communications Director, Director of Buildings and Grounds o Master’s Degree Responsible for Limited Programs: Athletic Director, Data Assessment, and
Program Coordinator o Master’s Degree for Multiple Large Programs District Wide and/or Budgets: Curriculum,
Student Services, Finance, Human Resources o Master’s Degree Supervises and Evaluates Numerous Staff Directly Responsible for Students:
Alturas, Bellevue, Hailey, Hemingway, and Silvercreek Principals Middle School Vice Principal Middle School Principal and K-12 Principal High School Vice Principals High School Principal Assistant Superintendent
VII. REVIEW NOVEMBER 30TH, 2016 AGENDA IX. ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING: Trustee Corker made a motion to adjourn the November 29, 2016 administrator negotiations. Trustee Mandeville seconded and it passed unanimously. The November 29, 2016 special meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 61 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND/OR NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ADMINISTRATOR NEGOTIATIONS
NOVEMBER 30, 2016 4:30 P.M. COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM #301
For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Administrator Negotiations.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Chairman Bennion called the Special Meeting for Administrator Negotiations to order at 4:30 p.m.
Those present for the meeting were:
Interest Based Bargaining Facilitators: Marsha Azorsky and Joni Cashman
Administration Representatives: Marcia Grabow, Fritz Peters, John Pearce, and Rob Ditch Alternates: Thad Biggers
Board Representatives: Elizabeth Corker, Ellen Mandeville, Shawn Bennion, and Rob Clayton Alternates (Not Present): Cami Bustos
Also in attendance were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Board Attorney Adam King, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Administrative Assistant Karen Hoffman as well as interested employees and citizens. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present. II. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES – NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016
The negotiations team reviewed minutes from the November 29th, 2016 meeting. Once minor changes were made to the minutes, all were in agreement to accept amended minutes from the November 29, 2016 meeting. III. ISSUES
1. Compensation 2. Salary Schedule 3. Health Benefits 4. How are we going to work together (Relationships, Respect, Fairness, and Trust) 5. Master Agreement/Contracts
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6. Recruitment and Retention of Educational Leaders 7. Clarity of Roles 8. Time for Agreement in the End 9. Stability of the District 10. Additional Benefits
1. Clarity of Roles 2. Compensation, Salary Schedule, Health Benefits, Recruitment and Retention of
Education Leaders and Additional Benefits 3. Relationship and Respect, Trust, Master Agreement/Contract, How are we going to go forward to
work together, Stability for District
IV. NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AS NEEDED Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b).
Options Continued: Issue #1: Clarity of Roles
• Understanding how administration works • Defines our group/organization • Clarification of responsibilities as a basis to develop a salary schedule or compensation
managers, coordinators, or those otherwise acting in concerted effort, whether under contract or leave. Newly created positions shall be defined by a joint committee of the Union representative and the Superintendent as to whether the position is administrative or faculty.
o Currently acting in concerted effort to organize: Grafft, Glenn, Biggers, Ditch, Sauvageau, Henson, Nelson, Pearce, Haisley, Peters, Peck, Martinez, Gutknecht, Blackman, Bronson, Crocker, Fletcher, Grabow, Maza, McGoffin, Squires, Seamons, Royal
2. Group based on education required, responsibilities and number of students o Bachelor’s Degree or Journeyman license: Transportation Director, Technology
Director, Communications Director, Director of Buildings and Grounds o Master’s Degree Responsible for Limited Programs: Athletic Director, Data
Assessment, and Program Coordinator o Master’s Degree for Multiple Large Programs District Wide and/or Budgets:
Curriculum, Student Services, Finance, Human Resources o Master’s Degree Supervises and Evaluates Numerous Staff Directly Responsible
for Students: Alturas, Bellevue, Hailey, Hemingway, and Silvercreek Principals Middle School Vice Principal Middle School Principal and K-12 Principal High School Vice Principals High School Principal
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Assistant Superintendent 3. Mirror the salary schedule in defining the clarity of different roles (as on spreadsheet Draft
V.4 - Ranges) Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Board convened to Closed Executive Session at 5:06 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Board reconvened to Open Session at 5:26 p.m. 4. Move this discussion to master agreement and salary schedule 5. Create a definition that gets to the principle of what an administrator is and the grouping of
categories would be part of the salary schedule. 6. Option 1 with 2 as amended to include grouping based on education, responsibilities, and
number of students. 7. Option 4 and 5 together heading toward a definition based on principles and having those
conversations in the context of the master agreement and the salary schedule. 8. Look at a factor based system for building administrators only (West Ada) 9. Combine options 1 and 2 without the bullets. Trustee Clayton made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Corker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Board convened to Closed Executive Session at 5:59 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Board reconvened to Open Session at 6:38 p.m.
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10. Proposed definition of administrator: all assistant superintendents, principals, vice principals, directors, coordinators and managers whether under contract or on leave.
Vote: No agreement Discussion and add options. 11. Number 1 with language change from Union Representative to administrative representative 12. Number 10 and add newly created positions shall be defined by a joint committee of the administrative team, superintendent, board as to whether the position is administrative. 13. Number 12 plus or the elimination of an existing position Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Corker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Board convened to Closed Executive Session at 7:03 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Board reconvened to Open Session at 7:17 p.m. Discussion Vote: Table Issue #1 *All in agreement Issue #2: Master Agreement/Contracts Discussion Interests:
• To create transparency, clarity, and stability in Board and administrative relations • Having administrator’s voice heard • Parity - fairness and a written document • Limiting the duplication of current policies • Respect the traditional channels of communication • Creating stability for the long term • Maintaining the Board’s responsibility and ensuring that the agreement recognizes the
role of the Board in representing the best interests of the owners of the district • Providing protection or stability while maintaining Board responsibilities
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• Clarification for terms of employment • Creating a document that is not subject to changes as the Board changes • Words that make it clear that the board is still the responsible party • Cautious of setting precedence in Blaine County as well as Idaho • Being able to recruit and retain educational leaders • Agreement that allows ongoing dialogue • Process is done in the most cost effective manner possible • Respecting people’s time • Trusting each other and our future selves
Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Board convened to Closed Executive Session at 8:21 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Board reconvened to Open Session at 8:35 p.m. Options:
1. Form a subcommittee to create a draft agreement around terms of administrative employment with equal representation from the team or designees to be completed by Monday.
Vote *All in Agreement Begin discussion of Issue #3: Compensation at the December 1st, 2016 meeting. *All in Agreement V. REVIEW DECEMBER 1ST, 2016 AGENDA
VI. ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING With no further business to discuss, Trustee Clayton made a motion to adjourn the November 30, 2016 Special Meeting. Trustee Mandeville seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Special Meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
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Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 61 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND/OR NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ADMINISTRATOR NEGOTIATIONS
DECEMBER 1, 2016 4:30 P.M. COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM #301
For complete details regarding agenda topics, please logon to the Blaine County School District website www.blaineschools.org to watch the streamed broadcast of the Administrator Negotiations. I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Chairman Bennion called the Special Meeting for Administrator Negotiations to order at 4:39 p.m. Those present for the meeting were: Interest Based Bargaining Facilitators: Marsha Azorsky and Joni Cashman Administration Representatives: Marcia Grabow, Fritz Peters, John Pearce Alternates: Rob Ditch and Thad Biggers Board Representatives: Ellen Mandeville, Shawn Bennion, and Rob Clayton Alternates (Not Present): Elizabeth Corker and Cami Bustos Also in attendance were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Board Attorney Adam King, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Administrative Assistant Karen Hoffman as well as interested employees and citizens. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present. Chariman Bennion discussed likely violations of Open Meeting Law consisting of email correspondence from Trustee Bustos, Clayton and Mandeville. Chairman Bennion also noted that while the Board has not taken any action related to those violations he would like to take corrective action by recognizing the violations and clarifying that they will not affect any future Board actions.
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Trustee Clayton made a motion to amend the agenda to add an agenda item to recognize Open Meeting Law violations pursuant to Idaho Code Section 74-208. The good faith reason for amending the agenda is that the violations occurred within 24 hours of the meeting. Trustee Mandeville seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye II. Recognition of Open Meeting Law (Amended Agenda Item) Trustee Mandeville then made the motion to recognize that there have been three open meeting law violations. Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye Chairman Bennion stated that the Board has now recognized the violations, which is a self-cure. Chairman Bennion then asked each trustee if he or she is not able to continue with this process due to being influenced by the email communications. Chairman Bennion and Board Members Clayton and Mandeville each stated that he/she is able to move forward with the process and have not been influenced by the email communications. III. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES – NOVEMBER 30TH, 2016
The negotiations team reviewed minutes from the November 30th, 2016 meeting. Once minor changes were made to the minutes, all were in agreement to accept amended minutes from the November 30th, 2016 meeting.
IV. ISSUES
1. Compensation 2. Salary Schedule 3. Health Benefits 4. How are we going to work together (Relationships, Respect, Fairness and Trust) 5. Master Agreement/Contracts 6. Recruitment and Retention of Educational Leaders 7. Clarity of Roles 8. Time for Agreement in the End 9. Stability of the District 10. Additional Benefits
1. Clarity of Roles 2. Compensation, Salary Schedule, Health Benefits, Recruitment and Retention of
Education Leaders and Additional Benefits
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3. Relationship and Respect, Trust, Master Agreement/Contract, How are we going to go forward to work together, Stability for District
V. NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AS NEEDED Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b).
Issue #3: Compensation Interests:
• Commensurate pay for the job • Retention and recruitability • Stability for the district • To allow the district to adequately budget • Consistency and equity among administrators • To bring order to the compensation that is now in disorder - currently no structure • Be fair to the current administrators • To be fiscally responsible • Long term planning • Furthering transparency and clarity • Incentive for people to take leadership positions
Options: 1. Develop a salary schedule for all administrators that would include health benefits for the
individual 2. Keep benefits as is and develop a salary schedule 3. Ensure that all current employees are kept whole Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 5:12 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Committee reconvened to Open Session at 5:33 p.m. Options Continued: 4. Develop a salary schedule to preserve current level of individual compensation by moving dollar amount of family health compensation to salary base, with employee responsible for family health moving forward. This compensation package would include individual health benefits for the employee. 5. Create a compensation package to reflect the nature of the leadership team and correct current inequities
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6. The BCSD will cease funding the 401a plan for administrative employees 7. Combine 4 and 6 8. Create a salary schedule (Options 4 and 6) with the addition that the beginning base rate based on level of education required, number of students and responsibility with the beginning salary in that bracket equal to the highest average daily rate of the similar education level of a teacher 9. Combine 4 and 6 with a requisite compensation that would cover the loss of the 401a Trustee Clayton made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Mandeville seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 6:01 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Committee reconvened to Open Session at 7:04 p.m. Discussion and Options Continued: 10. Take into account the unstructured day (not bound by hours) and the unstructured contract length that doesn’t take into account the number of days that you work or the job that you do. 11. Increase the number of contract days 12. In developing a salary schedule: 1) Keeping current employees whole 2) Include people who are anomalies based on their low daily rate currently 3) To consider an overall change in the schedule to encourage recruitment and retention of administrators in the future. Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 8:05 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Committee reconvened to Open Session at 8:47 p.m. Options continued: 13. Move forward with the Draft V.4 salary schedule that compensates for the family medical and keep the 401a and PERSI in place as is 14. The Superintendent has the discretion to hire a new hire administrator that he/she deems appropriate up to 10 years
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15. Modify the daily rate for curriculum director, student services director, finance manager, and HR manager, to equal the daily rate of the elementary principals 16. Keep the athletic director on the salary schedule and add the accounting manager under the Highest BA+27 17. Ensure that all current employees are kept whole. Move forward with the Draft V.4 salary schedule that adds the dollar value of family medical to the base salary and places each administrator on the salary schedule at a level equal to that amount. This compensation package keeps the 401(a) and PERSI in place for all administrators on the salary schedule. The Superintendent has the discretion to enter a new hire administrator into the salary schedule at the level that he/she deems appropriate up to 10th year. Add the accounting manager under the Highest BA+27 category. Vote: #17 *All in Agreement Meet again on Wednesday, December 7th, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. (Cancel the December 5th meeting). VI. REVIEW DECEMBER 5TH, 2016 AGENDA The team agreed to cancel the December 5th meeting. VII. ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING With no further business to discuss, Trustee Mandeville made a motion to adjourn the December 1, 2016 Special Meeting. Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Shawn Bennion: Aye Elizabeth Corker: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye Rob Clayton: Aye The Special Meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m.
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Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate and empower every student.
MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BLAINE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 61 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND/OR NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ADMINISTRATOR NEGOTIATIONS
DECEMBER 7, 2016 4:30 P.M. COMMUNITY CAMPUS – MINNIE MOORE ROOM #301
I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Chairman Bennion called the Special Meeting for Administrator Negotiations to order at 4:40 p.m. Those present for the meeting were: Interest Based Bargaining Facilitators: Marsha Azorsky and Joni Cashman Administration Representatives: Marcia Grabow, Fritz Peters, John Pearce Alternates: Rob Ditch and Thad Biggers Board Representatives: Ellen Mandeville and Shawn Bennion Alternates (Not Present): Elizabeth Corker, Cami Bustos and Rob Clayton Also in attendance were Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes, Finance Manager Bryan Fletcher, Board Attorney Adam King, Board Clerk Amanda LaChance, Administrative Assistant Karen Hoffman as well as interested employees and citizens. Chairman Bennion stated that a quorum was present.
Chariman Bennion discussed likely violations of Open Meeting Law consisting of email correspondence from Trustee Corker. Chairman Bennion noted that while the Board has not taken any action related to this violation he would like recognize this violation and the Board will take corrective action by recognizing the violation in the December 13, 2016 Regular Meeting. Chairman Bennion then asked Trustee Mandeville if she is not able to continue with this process due to being influenced by the email communication. Chairman Bennion and Trustee Mandeville each stated that he/she is able to move forward with the process and have not been influenced by the email communication.
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II. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES – DECEMBER 1ST, 2016 The negotiations team reviewed minutes from the December 1st, 2016 meeting. All were in agreement to accept minutes from the December 1st, 2016 meeting. III. ISSUES
IV. NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AS NEEDED
Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b).
Review draft agreement. Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye The Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 4:51 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Committee reconvened to Open Session at 5:45 p.m. Review Interests:
• To create transparency, clarity, and stability in Board and administrative relations • Having administrator’s voice heard • Parity - fairness and a written document • Limiting the duplication of current policies • Respect the traditional channels of communication • Creating stability for the long term • Maintaining the Board’s responsibility and ensuring that the agreement recognizes the role of
the Board in representing the best interests of the owners of the district • Providing protection or stability while maintaining Board responsibilities • Clarification for terms of employment • Creating a document that is not subject to changes as the Board changes • Words that make it clear that the board is still the responsible party • Cautious of setting precedence in Blaine County as well as Idaho • Being able to recruit and retain educational leaders • Agreement that allows ongoing dialogue • Process is done in the most cost effective manner possible • Respecting people’s time • Trusting each other and our future selves
Options:
1. Accept the Blaine County School District #61 Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators as amended during the negotiations on December 7, 2016.
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2. Review and discuss as a team and possibly edit the Blaine County School District #61 Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators
3. Make edits and approve final draft Vote: #2 *All in Agreement Review and make modifications Vote: #1 *All in Agreement Vote #3 *All in Agreement Salary Schedule: Clarify Language Options:
1. Historically, changes to the teachers salary schedule have been reflected in the classified and administrative salaries. These changes have been and will continue to be subject to Board approval (add as footnote #2 at the bottom of schedule. Reference #2 that links to footnote #2 should be in the title).
2. Keep non parenthetical language from the sentence at the top of the salary schedule and remove the parenthetical language from the sentence. Move non parenthetical language to footnote #1 at the bottom of the salary schedule. Reference #1 that links to footnote #1 should be on the title.
3. Remove “Questions:...” at the bottom of the table 4. Change title to “Blaine County School District, #61 Administrative Salary Schedule” 5. Add the letters A-K (in blank spaces) sequentially at the top of each column that lists job
titles 6. Make edits and approve final draft 7. Approve options 1-6 8. Replace footnote #1 to say, “Based on Educational Levels from the 2016-2017 Teacher
Salary Schedule.” Replace footnote #2 to say, “Cost of living adjustments are based on Board approval.”
9. Edit the title of the document to “Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #61”
10. Approve options 7 as amended by 8 and 9 Vote: #7 *All in Agreement Return to Issue: Clarity of Roles Options Continued: 14. The issues of clarity of roles and all previously stated options are satisfied by the acceptance of the salary schedule and the terms and conditions of employment for administrators.
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Vote: #14 *All in Agreement Trustee Mandeville made a motion to convene to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters authorized under section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b). Chairman Bennion seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye The Committee convened to Closed Executive Session at 7:18 p.m. to discuss administrator negotiations. The Committee reconvened to Open Session at 7:53 p.m. Continue Salary Schedule: Clarify Language Additional Options: Add 8-10 Vote: #10 *All in Agreement Review changes made to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators. Joint Statement: The Blaine County School District, #61 Board of Trustees and the Administrators of Blaine County School District have reached a tentative agreement to set a salary schedule and adopt Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators which is an addendum to administrator contracts. This tentative agreement is subject to BCSD Board of Trustees approval and ratification by the Administrators of Blaine County School District. We appreciated the opportunity to work together as a team in this positive experience. We look forward to working together to further the mission of the district which is to Inspire, Engage, Educate, and Empower every student. Vote on Joint Statement *All in Agreement V. REVIEW DECEMBER 8TH, 2016 AGENDA December 8th, 2016 meeting has been cancelled. VI. ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING With no further business to discuss, Trustee Mandeville made a motion to adjourn the December 7, 2016 Special Meeting. Trustee Clayton seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Shawn Bennion: Aye Ellen Mandeville: Aye The Special Meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
TO: BCSD Board of Trustees FROM: Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds THROUGH: GwenCarol Holmes, Ed. D. Superintendent SUBJECT: Carey Propane Bid Opening Date: December 2, 2016 On November 30, 2016, at 10:00 am, the bid opening for propane fuel for the Carey High School took place at the Blaine County School District office located at 118 West Bullion, Hailey, Idaho 83333. In attendance in the Clerk of the Board’s office were Amanda LaChance and Howard Royal. The request to bidders was for 7,750 gallons of propane fuel to be delivered by transport. The calculation for the fuel request was based on a tank gauge reading of 37%. (18,000 gallon tank to be filled to 80% maximum. 80-37=43%. .43 x 18,000 = 7,740 gallons…rounded to 7,750) Three bids were received.
1) Valley Wide Cooperative $1.10 per gallon Tom Daniels $8,525.00 total 837 W Main Street Jerome, Idaho 83338
2) Amerigas $1.09 per gallon
Glenn Collins $8,447.50 total 534 W Grand Avenue Arco, Idaho 83213
3) Thomas Petroleum $0.878 per gallon Emery Poff $6,804.50 total 445 E 5th Street N Burley. Idaho 83318
The recommendation to the Board is to accept the low bid price from Thomas Petroleum for $6,804.50.
TO: BCSD Board of Trustees
FROM: Howard Royal, Director of Buildings and Grounds
THROUGH: GwenCarol Holmes, Ed. D. Superintendent
SUBJECT: Wood River Middle School Well Development Bid Opening
Date: December 2, 2016
On November 9, 2016, at 10:00 am, the bid opening for the Wood River Middle School Well Development took place at the Blaine County School
District Office located at 118 West Bullion, Hailey, Idaho 83333. In attendance in Karen Hoffman’s office were Karen Hoffman, Bryan Fletcher,
Howard Royal and Jim Chatterton. One bidder submitted a proposal.
The work to be completed would encompass all of the items necessary to develop the unused well located on the City of Hailey’s property north of
the Wood River Middle School. This would include installing a new 25 horsepower submersible pump and pitless adaptor, underground vaults with
the necessary piping, valves, fittings, metering devices and backflow preventers. The installation would also include the necessary electrical
components by providing a new service to power a VFD (variable frequency drive) to control the speed of the pump based on requested water
flow, controls and remote metering. A new transformer from Idaho Power will need to be installed. Ground work will include digging a trench for
control wiring (pump start and remote metering) from the south field area to the new vault location, and to also bore under McKercher Boulevard
to bring the mainline and control piping across (under) the roadway.
The proposed budget for the work to be completed was $176,750 not including site and design costs, and engineering provided by SPF in Boise.
Idaho Power will also need to provide and install a transformer on site.
Estimated construction costs: $176,750 Bid Amount: $149,927.76 Idaho Power: $26,000.00 Total: $175,927.76 Site design and Supervision: $24,500 Site design and Supervision: $24,500 Engineering (not to exceed): $9000 Engineering (not to exceed): $9000 Total Original Budget: $210,250 Total Estimated Cost: $209,427.76
The total estimated cost is very close to original budget. Going forward would allow us to not utilize municipal water to irrigate the fields and
green space, providing a significant savings over time.
The recommendation is to accept the bid from Conrad Brothers for $149,927.76.
We did request an add/alternate for another control system (web based with in‐ground sensors) but it proved to be much more expensive, and is
not deemed to be feasible at this time.
The work was scheduled for this past fall but the MOU, design and bid processes took us out past a reasonable start time. Early spring construction
should allow us time to complete the work before the irrigation season begins.
To: BCSD Board of Trustees
From: Bryan Fletcher, Finance Manager
Through: GwenCarol Homes, Ed.D., Superintendent
Date: December 7,2015
In the fourth quarter of the calendar year 2016, the BCSD Board of Trustees and the District Administrative Staff engaged in an interest based bargaining process to determine the future method to compensate administrative staff commencing in the 2017-18 school/fiscal year. While the subject matter involves several topics the details of this document are limited to the financial implication and projections associated with the draft agreement that has been structured between representative of the two parties.
Synopsis of the current compensation method
The past and present manner of determining the salary portion of compensation for individual administrative staff members was conducted in an unguided fashion, meaning that there was no scale, schedule, or defined parameters to determine pay. It was an action of negotiation between the hiring agent and the individual employee, which was then approved by the Board of Trustees.
Once established administrative salary was adjusted at a rate of 3% every second year. This method of elevation would continue until the employee resigned, retired, or unless a financial emergency invoked pay reductions for staff.
Additional compensation was provided for the administrative staff member in the form of:
*District coverage of the employee’s obligation to pay into the State of Idaho’s PERSI retirement system
*Payment into a profit sharing plan 401(a) plan
*Full coverage of the employee’s expense associated with dependent health/vision/dental insurances
However, apart from the payment toward employee’s PERSI obligation which is provided as a benefit for all certified staff, the second and third benefit has not been universally applied.
Synopsis of the draft revised compensation method
Under the draft revised method of administrative compensation starting in the 2017-18 school/fiscal year a salary schedule will be employed to place administrative members so as to determine their annual salary. Placement on the schedule is determined as followed:
Column – Description of the administrative assignment.
Step – Determined by the administrative employees adjusted base salary.
Under the new method of compensation, the component of the employee’s dependent insurance costs will no longer be covered by the District. Moving forward this expense will be borne solely by the employee. In an effort to keep currently employed administrative staff whole the current year’s expense that the District is paying on behalf of the employee for this benefit will be monetized, including the Federal tax associated with this benefit, and added to their bases salary. Thus the employees base salary will be adjusted upward on a one-time basis to include their original base amount plus the cost of their dependent insurance expense plus the cost of federal tax associated only with the benefit.
Through this process the administrative employee’s adjusted salary will be the determining factor as to which step they will be placed on within their respective column. This step will be the one which is closest to their adjusted salary without reducing this amount, or otherwise stated by rounding the adjusted salary up to the step closest to this value.
It is important to note that placement on the step of the schedule does not correspond to an employee’s years of service. Instead it is the placement that most closely aligns with the employee’s adjusted base salary.
Movement on the salary schedule will determine the annual increase for administrative employees. Each step downward in all columns across the schedule augment at the rate of 1%, which provides an annual adjustment for all staff. Each year employees on the schedule will move down a step until they reach the last step on the schedule (step 20) where they will no longer be able to move in future years in essence freezing their salary. Future adjustments will only take place on those years where there is an agreement and
approval by the Board of Trustees during the budgeting process to increase pay across the District as the result of a cost of living adjustment.
In addition, all administrative staff moving forward will continue to receive the District coverage of the employee portion of PERSI, and will also receive contributions into the deferred compensation 401(a) plan on their behalf. The former benefit is congruent with the benefit for all certified staff, while the second is compensation for the additional worked hours during the school year due to the responsibilities and boundless nature of their respective assignments.
The further purpose of these benefits is to retain as well as attract applicants to the administrative ranks as current staff members take on new assignments as well as move into retirement.
Financial projections of the draft agreement
The full implementation of this agreement is estimated to be $252,000 for the 2017-18 school/fiscal year, which is an investment into the future by the District which will provide returns in future years. Due to the remediation of the cost of covering the escalating and difficult to determine expense associated with the dependent insurance coverage the District will be able to see a return in future years on this initial outlay. How much and how soon remains to be seen, but I have constructed three different scenarios to provide a picture of the costs over time by comparing the current compensation structure to the proposed draft method. We can refer to them as the conservative, assumptive, and aggressive projections. The following assumptions applies to all three of the models defined below:
Salary increases under the current method = 1.5% per year
Salary increases under the proposed method = 1.0% per year
Dependent insurance under the new method = $0.00
No staff changes take place during the 10-year analysis (While I recognize that this is unrealistic, I have no way of knowing at this time whom and when retirements/reassignments will take place. It is in effect holding all things constant so that we can measure them.)
Further in the graphs below the current method of compensation is represented by the blue line titled “old”, and the draft redesigned method is the red line titled “new”.
The first projection makes the further assumption that dependent insurance costs increase at a 5% annual rate each year, hence the title of the Conservative projection as this level of annual increase is very unlikely given the current health cost environment that exists.
In the first graph we see the red bar representing the new compensation plan starts out on the left side (year 1) at a higher rate of compensation than the blue, however, over time rises to year ten at a slower pace than the blue line which represents the current manner of compensation. While the red line starts at an amount greater than the blue line in year 1 of approximately $250,000 by year ten it is lower than the blue bar by $200,000.
Under this scenario the breakeven point, illustrated in the second graph, takes place between years six and seven. This point represents the future time period in which the cost for each of the two compensation structures are equal. Prior to this point the new method costs more than the old method, but beyond this point and into the future the new method reduces costs relative to the old method.
And finally under this scenario the third graph shows the payback period which is the future time period when the new compensation method has provided enough accumulated savings to pay back for the earlier costs it incurred to be implemented. In this scenario that point is not on our graph as it exceeds the ten-year time frame, but takes place between years 12 and 13.
The second scenario is represented by the following three graph and is the Assumptive scenario. It uses a 10% annual rate of increase for the dependent insurance cost over our ten-year time horizon. All other aspects of the analysis are the same as the first scenario.
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As with our first scenario the red line starts out in year one higher by $250,000, and gradually increases to year ten while the blue line increases over this same time period more rapidly ending the measurement period higher than the red line by $580,000.
The breakeven point is almost exactly five years, and the payback period is approximately eight and a half years.
The final comparison is the “Aggressive” scenario which, assumes an annual rate of increase for dependent insurance of 15%. As with the previous two scenarios all other aspects of comparison are held the same.
The outcome for this scenario ends with the same result however, in a more accelerated fashion. The difference between the two plans in year ten is $1.9 Million. The return on the initial outlay is much more rapid than the previous two scenarios as the snowball effect over time from the higher annual rate of increase is dramatic. The breakeven point is approximately year four, and the payback takes place between year six and seven. When comparing the payback graphs you can see that the line in the first graph is more of a “U” shape, whereas in the third graph it is closer to a backward “L” indicating a more robust savings rate.
Of the three scenarios I believe the second set of assumptions will be closer to the rate of savings that the District will enjoy over time.
Collective savings and Summary
Regardless of the scenario that is selected from above the implementation of the draft Administrative Compensation plan (new plan) will save the District money over time. The only question which is certainly open to discussion is the length of that time. Under the conservative scenario we will see a reduction of spending, however it will simply take a longer period of time than the more aggressive analysis, yet will over time still reduce spending from levels the District would incur under the method of compensation that has been executed over the last several decades.
These savings will dovetail in with the additional reductions that the District has budgeted in administrative spending from the previous year as illustrated in the table below:
Central Office Services 2015-16 2016-17 District Admin. Program $1,146,009 $1,133,488 Business Operations Program $733,625 $678,754 Central Services Program $1,753,694 $1,468,577 Instructional Improvement Program (Curr.)
$1,647,976 $1,076,518
Buildings Care $3,177,975 $3,155,929 TOTAL $8,459,279 $7513,266 Reduction $946,013
Each of these efforts helps to move the District along the continuum of reducing spending so as to operate within a surplus budget and return to a carryover balance that meets the Board of Trustees threshold of 18-20 percent.
Blaine County School District, #61 Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators
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1. Employer Blaine County School District, #61 118 W. Bullion Street Hailey, Idaho 83333 208-578-5000
2. Preamble
This Agreement, Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrators, shall be incorporated into and form a part of the contract for each individual BCSD Administrators as designated on the Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #61. In the event of conflict between this Agreement and any BCSD rule or policy, this Agreement shall prevail.
All BCSD policies directly related to the terms of this Agreement, that are in place at the time of the ratification of this agreement, shall be the reference basis for any policies cited herein.
This Agreement is subject to all state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title 44, Idaho Code, and Weingarten Rights.
This Agreement may only be changed in writing and signed by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and an Administrator representing more than fifty percent (50%) of currently employed Administrators.
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3. Employee Information
a. Name of Employee: __________________________________________
b. Job Title:___________________________________________________ c. Educational Level Required for Position:__________________________ d. Years of Experience as an Administrator:_________________________ e. Contract Start Date:__________________________________________ f. Contract End Date:____________________________________________
• Certificated administrators may be offered a two-year contract as allowed by Idaho law. • Classified administrators may be offered a one-year contract.
g. Number of Days in a Contract Year:__________
4. Placement on the Salary Schedule
The Administrator’s salary will be based on the currently effective Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #61 as approved by the Board of Trustees. The Superintendent has the discretion to place a new Administrator, or an Administrator in a new position, on the salary schedule within one to ten years’ experience. Administrator’s Placement on Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #61: Column: ___________, Step:_ ;
Salary: _____________________________________ ($ ___________.00) per year.
5. Health Benefits
a. Medical: The individual employee’s District Medical Insurance premium paid by the District b. Dental: The individual employee’s District Dental Insurance premium paid by the District c. Vision: The individual employee’s District Vision Insurance premium paid by the District
6. Other Insurance Benefits
a. Life Insurance: A life insurance policy of $70,000 for certified administrators and $40,000 for non-certified administrators paid by the District b. Disability Insurance: Disability insurance, if able to qualify, shall be paid by the District.
7. Retirement Benefits
a. PERSI Employer Contribution: 11.32% paid by the District b. PERSI Employee Contribution: 6.79% paid by the District on behalf of the employee c. A 401(a) Profit Sharing Plan: contribution of 9.02% of employee’s base salary
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8. Vacation
Year-round Administrators will receive 15 full days at the beginning of their assignment. If, at the time of termination, an Administrator has used vacation leave in excess of that which was earned, it shall be deducted from his/her final paycheck. If, at the time of termination, an Administrator has remaining vacation hours they shall be paid out those hours.
All employees are urged to take their vacations prior to July 1st of the following year, as there will be no carry-over of vacation days. (Reference: Policy 425.1)
9. Leaves
The following nine (9) leaves are part of this Agreement
a. Sick Leave b. Bereavement Leave c. Personal Leave with Pay d. Maternity Leave e. Leave Without Pay f. Jury Duty and Subpoena for Court Appearance g. Leave to Become a Candidate for Public Office h. Unpaid Leaves of Absence i. Workers’ Compensation Leave
TERMS OF LEAVE:
1. While on an approved leave, a regular employee shall maintain, but not add to, any sick or personal leave credit accumulated prior to such leave.
2. Administrators shall be entitled to sick and personal leave in the ratio that their service bears to full‑time service.
3. Termination of employment in the District shall terminate sick and personal leave rights, both current and accumulated, except as provided in Idaho law.
4. Premiums for insurance benefits shall not be paid during the time the employee is on an unpaid leave of absence except as required by law.
5. Unless otherwise specified, all requests for leave must be submitted to the Board of Trustees for approval or denial by April 1 of each year.
6. Equivalent position shall be defined as equal pay and benefits for purposes of this policy. If possible, the same location, schedule, and authority shall be maintained but there shall be no assurance of such.
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a. Sick Leave: At the beginning of each new employment year and thereafter as necessary during the employment year, each administrator shall be entitled to sick leave with full pay of (1) day for each month of service, or major portion thereof as projected for the employment year subject to limitations as provided under Idaho Law. The Board of Trustees shall not provide compensation for unused sick leave. Employees may accumulate an unlimited amount of unused sick leave from year to year as permitted under Idaho Law. Sick leave days are defined by the number of hours the employee works each day. If the employee is hired for less than the full year, the number of sick days will be prorated. These days may be taken as full or half days. If, at the time of termination, excess sick leave is used, the excess shall be deducted from the employee’s final paycheck. The Board of Trustees may require proof of illness adequate to protect the District against malingering and false claims of illness. In the event of an injury, a work release may be required to return to work. If restrictions apply, the employee shall be responsible to furnish an updated work release as requested. 1. Sick leave may be used for:
a. Illness or injury of the employee, including illness related to pregnancy, medical, and dental appointments;
b. Illness or injury of a member of the employee's family, including spouse, children, parents, grandparents, grandchildren, spouse's parents, brothers or sisters of the employee or employee's spouse, or dependent (as defined by IRS).
c. Bereavement of a member of the employee's family as listed in (b) above when bereavement leave as defined herein has been exhausted.
d. Attending a funeral service of anyone not covered in (c) above. A maximum of four (4) days sick leave may be used for this purpose providing the employee gives advance notification to both the employee’s supervisor and the building principal.
e. Or any FMLA qualifying event. 2. Transfer of Sick Leave: When an employee is employed by another district or another state
educational agency during the school year immediately following the year of termination, the accumulated leave, up to a maximum of ninety (90) days, shall be secured for, and credited to, the employee by the district or state educational agency thereafter employing such employee as permitted under Idaho law.
3. Sick Leave/Severance Allowance on Retirement: Upon separation from public school employment
by retirement, an employee's unused sick leave shall be transferred by the District to the public employee retirement account for use as provided by Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho.
4. When an employee has exhausted all sick leave days available, personal leave days will be charged.
If personal leave has been exhausted, see Leave without Pay.
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b. Bereavement Leave: Administrators shall be granted up to four (4) day’s bereavement leave annually for death in the immediate family. There shall be no loss in pay during such leave. Bereavement leave is non‑cumulative and immediate family is defined as in Sick Leave. In the event an employee has exhausted all his/her bereavement leave, see Sick Leave and Personal Leave with Pay.
c. Personal Leave With Pay: 1. Administrators shall be granted personal leave at full pay to be taken at the convenience of the
District. A supervisor may deny or limit approval of personal leave on any given day based on the needs of the District.
2. Each Administrator will earn three (3) personal days per school year. Personal leave days are accrued at the rate of one for every one‑third of the Administrator's year. If the Administrator is hired for less than the full year, the number of personal days will be prorated. These days may be taken as full or half days or any combination thereof. A personal leave day is defined as the number of hours the Administrator works each day. If, at the time of termination, an Administrator has used personal leave in excess of that which was earned, it shall be deducted from his/her final paycheck.
3. Each Administrator can carry over up to two (2) unused personal days which will be automatically rolled over into the following school year. These accumulated unused personal days may not exceed five days in any one school year. An Administrator may choose to be paid for any unrolled remaining days, up to two (2). Administrators must notify Human Resources by the last day of the school year to request compensation for any unrolled remaining days, up to two (2). Compensation will be at the Guest Principal rate.
4. Personal leave days within the first and last two (2) weeks of school: Personal leave days are discouraged from use during the first two (2) weeks and the last two (2) weeks of school. Such leaves shall be for substantial and reasonable cause. For consideration, any Administrator wishing to use personal leave during this time must submit a written request to their immediate supervisor with as much advance notice as possible. The request must specifically state why the Administrator wishes to use his/her personal leave days. Requests denied may be considered for leave without pay.
d. Maternity Leave: Maternity Leave is governed by the FMLA. Maternity Leave is an unpaid leave for the purpose of a postpartum rest period commencing on the day a baby is born. Maternity Leave is for a period of up to thirty (30) consecutive calendar workdays. Written notification should be submitted to the Human Resources department no less than thirty (30) days prior to expected leave. The notification deadline may be waived under the discretion of the HR Director, and at the discretion of the HR Director, the leave may be extended. The Administrator shall be entitled to return to the same location and position as held before the leave.
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e. Leave Without Pay: 1. In the event an Administrator has an extreme emergency and all of his/her personal leave has
been used and no other leave applies, he/she may request leave without pay. 2. All requests for leave without pay must be for substantial and reasonable cause and not for
personal leave or vacation time. 3. The Administrator shall be responsible to contact his/her immediate supervisor for approval. 4. The immediate supervisor shall not be obligated to approve leave without pay requests. 5. Failure to comply with denial of a leave without pay request may lead to disciplinary action, up to
and including dismissal. f. Jury Duty and Subpoena for Court Appearance: Leaves of absence may be authorized by the immediate supervisor for Administrators called for jury duty or under subpoena as a witness. There will be no loss of pay/benefits for absence due to jury duty, or any court order or subpoena related to District business.
g. Leave to Become Candidate for Public Office: 1. An administrator has the right to become a candidate for public office and to serve in such elective
office with preference for rehire at the end of such candidacy or term. During the period of
declared candidacy, the Administrator’s position may be filled by a Guest Administrator. If the
Administrator is not elected, he/she will be reinstated to the same position. If the Administrator
is elected, the Administrator will return to active service in the position served prior to the leave,
if it is available. If the same position is not available, the employee will be assigned to the most
senior position for which he/she is qualified. Such assignment will commence at the beginning of
the school year following receipt of the request to return to active service. Upon any such rehire,
the Administrator will be credited with all years of service completed when the leave began.
2. An extended leave of absence to become a candidate for public office is a leave of absence for
political activity and political service. All leaves for political activity are granted with the provision
that the administrator shall make it clear that all statements and actions are those of the
individual.
3. A request for leave to become a candidate for public office must be submitted in writing to the
Superintendent at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the leave. Such request must
include the length of time for which the leave is desired.
4. An employee who is on an extended leave of absence to serve in public office shall submit a
written request to the Superintendent to return to active service. Such request must be on file in
the personnel office on or before the first day of February of the prior school year indicating the
employee's intent to return.
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h. Unpaid Leaves of Absence: The following terms and conditions shall apply to sabbatical and child-rearing leaves referred to within this Agreement.
1. Unpaid leave means that an Administrator shall not be entitled to receive wages, benefits, or other compensation during said leave, except those required by law, e.g. the Family Medical Leave Act and or USERRA.
2. An unpaid leave of absence may not exceed a period of one (1) year and shall be without salary step advancement. Under extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of the Board, the leave may be extended.
3. Applications for full-year leaves of absence must be submitted in writing to the Board prior to April 1.
4. Any Administrator on an unpaid leave shall have the option of continuing his/her benefits upon the assumption of the monthly cost of the premiums as allowed by the insurance carrier.
5. Any Administrator returning from a leave must notify the Board in writing on or before March 1 of his/her intent to return.
6. Any Administrator returning from an approved leave should be placed in his/her former position or comparable assignment and continue being paid based on their former salary schedule. The District will re-assign an Administrator only after significant consideration of the current assignment and location of the Administrator. Any reassignment shall be made with the approval of the Superintendent based upon the needs of the District.
a. Sabbatical Leave of Absence: Administrators who have completed four (4) consecutive contract years may apply for a one-year unpaid leave of absence.
The Board of Trustees shall authorize unpaid leaves of absence when it deems such leaves of absence to be reasonable and for good cause. Unpaid leaves of absence shall be granted for the purpose of allowing those Administrators to continue professional education and advancement through employment, research, travel, rest, formal education, or other reasons acceptable to the Board.
An Administrator who has received a full year leave of absence shall not be eligible for a Sabbatical leave until s/he has worked for the District for an additional seven (7) years.
b. Child-Rearing Leave of Absence: Child‑rearing leave is an unpaid leave of absence which may be granted to an Administrator for the primary purpose of caring for or rearing an employee's child, whether the child was born to the Administrator, legally adopted by, or a minor legal dependent of the employee.
Administrators who are in their fourth (4) consecutive contract year may apply for a Child-rearing leave of absence for a period not to exceed either,
1. The remainder of the current school year, or; 2. An entire school calendar year
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An Administrator who has received a full-year leave of absence shall not be eligible for a Child-rearing leave until s/he has worked for the District for an additional four (4) years.
i. Workers’ Compensation Leave 1. An Administrator absent from duty because of an injury or disease, as defined by the Worker's
Compensation laws, who is allowed leave from her/his position for the period of her/his absence
necessitated by such injury or disease shall not have that leave adversely affected by reason of
receiving any benefits as provided by the Worker's Compensation laws. The intent of this article
is such that NO administrator will suffer loss of salary/benefits while absent due to a worker’s
compensation qualifying event arising from BCSD employment.
2. The Administrators shall be covered under the Worker's Compensation laws of the State of Idaho.
3. When not able to report to work due to a BCSD related worker’s compensation claim, the
Administrator shall receive payment to an amount not to exceed an amount which when
combined with the worker’s compensation payment would be equal to the amount the
Administrator would have been paid if s/he had not been injured.
10. Grievance "Grievance" as used in this Agreement shall mean a written complaint alleging a violation of School District
Policy or a claim based upon an event or condition which affects the condition(s) or circumstances under
which an Administrator works, or violation of an individual’s rights under the law (Policy 428 and
applicable Idaho law). No Administrator(s) shall suffer discharge without the Administrator(s) having been
given a written warning notice wherein the facts forming the grounds for such warning notice are clearly
set forth. Within ten (10) calendar days of the occurrence of the alleged cause for discharge, discipline,
or suspension, the Board shall give written notice by certified mail to the Administrator of its decision to
discharge, discipline, or suspend the Administrator, and such notice shall set forth the reason(s) for the
discharge, discipline, or suspension. All grievances arising under the provisions of this Agreement shall be
resolved according the procedures contained in Policy 428 and Idaho Law.
The administrator is entitled to have a representative of his/her choice present in any and all steps of the
grievance procedures.
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11. Termination
a. Termination for Cause. The Board, by a simple majority vote, may terminate this contract for cause. For the purpose of this Contract, cause shall be defined as: a material violation of any lawfully approved policy, rule, or regulation of the Board of Trustees, a material violation of any directive of the Board, a material violation of any provision of the Idaho Code of Ethics for Professional Educators, material financial mismanagement of the District or any conduct which could serve as grounds for the revocation of any certification issued by the Idaho State Department of Education or revocation of any other license required for the Administrator’s position with the District. i. At least ten (10) days prior to the Board taking any vote regarding a possible termination for
cause of this Contract, the Board shall provide the Administrator with written notice via US Mail, Certified/RRR, of the possible termination for cause and a statement of the reason or reasons for possible termination for cause.
ii. Prior to the Board taking any vote regarding a possible termination for cause the Board shall provide the Administrator with an opportunity for a hearing before the Board of Trustees regarding the reason or reasons for the possible termination for cause. An Administrator shall be entitled to a representative of his/her choice at any such hearing.
iii. If the Board takes action to terminate this Contract for cause, the Board shall provide the Administrator a decision in writing and this decision shall include the reasons or reasons for termination for cause and the basis for supporting such reasons.
iv. If the Board terminates this Contract for cause, the Administrator shall not be entitled to any further compensation as of the effective date of the Board’s action to terminate the Administrator and shall only be entitled to compensation or benefits due and owing prior to the Board’s vote to terminate the Administrator for cause.
b. Termination without Cause. The Board, by a simple majority vote, may terminate this contract without cause by giving the Administrator written notice. If the Board exercises the option to terminate this Contract without cause, the Administrator shall be entitled to the lesser of the equivalent of one year of salary from the date of the Board’s vote or salary for the period remaining on the Contract.
c. Termination by the Administrator. Subsequent to the conclusion of the first academic year of this contract, (approximately the conclusion of nine (9) months), the Administrator may terminate this Contract by providing ninety (90) days written notice to the Board of Trustees. The Administrator shall continue to carry out the duties of the Administrator during the ninety (90) day period as if the contract remains in full force and effect. The Board, at its sole discretion, may waive all or a portion of the ninety (90) day notice period, in writing, and elect to terminate the Contract at a sooner date. In either situation, the Administrator shall only receive compensation for the period of service provided to the District under contract, a ninety (90) day notice period or a lesser period of time as allowed by the Board.
d. The Board and the Administrator may mutually agree in writing to terminate the Administrator’s employment contract.
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12. Severability and Savings Clause
a. If a provision contained in this Agreement should be held invalid by operation of law or by any
tribunal of competent jurisdiction, or if compliance with or enforcement of any provision should
be restrained by such tribunal pending a final determination as to its validity, then the remainder
of this Agreement or the application of such provisions to persons or circumstances other than
those as to which it has been held invalid or as to which compliance with or enforcement of has
been restrained, shall not be affected thereby.
b. In the event that any provision is held invalid or enforcement of or compliance with any
provision has been restrained, as above set forth, the parties affected thereby shall enter into
negotiations, within 30 contractual days’ request of either party, for the purpose of arriving at
mutually satisfactory replacement for such provision during the period of invalidity or restraint. If
the parties do not agree within a period of 60 contractual days of a mutually satisfactory
replacement, either party shall be permitted all legal and economic recourse in support of its
demands notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary.
Teacher Salary Schedule Basis
Base=Highest BA+27
A B Base=Masters
C D Base=Highest MA+9
E Base=Highest Paid Teacher + 5%
F Base=Elem. Princ. + 2%
G Base=Elem. Princ. + 5%
H Base=MS VP + 2%
I Base=MS Princ. + 5%
J Base=(MA=9) + 5%
K
BA/BS Degree or Journeyman Lic. - Supervises Others
Transportation and Safety, Technology, Communication, Accounting Manager
Buildings and Grounds
Hold a Masters Degree, Responsible for limited programs Athletic Director
Data and Assessment, Program Coordinator
Holds a Masters, Responsible for multiple large programs districtwide and/or budgets
1 Based on Educational Levels from the 2016-2017 Teacher Salary Schedule. 2 Cost of living adjustments are based on Board approval.
Salary Schedule for Administrators of Blaine County School District, #611,2
November 1, 2016 To: Blaine County Board of Trustees From: Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning
Science Adoption Committee & Task Force (32 members) Representatives for Board Presentation: Dan Vanden Heuval, Stephen Poklemba and Larry Barnes
Through: Dr. GwenCarol Holmes Topic: Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Please note the blue hyperlinks to more information within this memo. Background Information: This is the first of a two-year adoption process for Science with intended implementation in the fall of 2018. In year-one of a subject’s adoption, the articulation of beliefs (guiding principles) and the selection of standards aligned to these beliefs are essential first steps. Curriculum and instructional decisions follow to align to the standards as expected learning outcomes for students. The last Science adoption was implemented in the fall of 2013.Teachers have used Idaho’s standards as outcomes for students, but have also been accessing materials and activities that better prepare students because they are aligned to a more rigorous standards framework called the Next Generation Science Standards. Request Board Approval of Next Generation Science Standards: It is the request of the Science Adoption Committee & Task Force to use the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to best prepare students for college and careers after high school. The current Idaho Science Content Standards were last updated in 2006. Idaho Administrative Code (State Board of Education) states that “all students will meet standards established locally (at a minimum, the standards of the state)” as an instructional requirement. The NGSS are more rigorous than the state’s standards. Other school districts in Idaho (e.g. West Ada and Boise), as well as states near and far (e.g. CA, OR, WA, MT, NY, MA), have adopted the NGSS. Our students need to be prepared for colleges and careers both within and outside the state of Idaho where these more rigorous standards are met by competing students. Why are the Next Generation Science Standards best for students?
• They reflect current best practices and were developed by experts in the field • They emphasize scientific inquiry and link science concepts to the real world • They offer depth versus breadth (builds conceptual understanding and application of skills) • They provide connections across the four domains of science (physical, earth/space, life,
engineering/design) • They promote more active learning Recent 3 min. NPR story on NGSS
For more information, please access the FAQ from the Next Generation Science Standards website.
The WHY of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
❏ Idaho’s current science standards are outdated (2006)
❏ Districts have option to adopt more rigorous standards than the state’s (ex: West Ada, Boise and others…already have)
❏ NGSS has already been adopted by many states (ex; CA, OR, WA, MT, NY, MA...) Our students need to be prepared for colleges and careers both in and outside of Idaho where these more rigorous standards are met by graduating students.
❏ We need one set of K-12 standards to align curriculum and instruction (2013 Adoption: use of Idaho standards, but accessing NGSS curricular materials and activities because more current and engaging-promotion of higher order thinking skills)
❏ Asking for approval to align our student learning outcomes to the NGSS
8-9.PS.2.3.2 Classify energy as potential and/or kinetic and as energy contained in a field.
Next Generation StandardHS-PS3-3. Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.
"confronted with a phenomena, asked to develop their own questions, and engage in the practices of science." (NPR October 2016 regarding NGSS and science learning)
Comparison Examples
The WHY of Social Emotional Learning Standards
❏ Strategic Plan - Goal 4
❏ Whole Child
❏ Research
The Process and Outcomes to Date
❏ Secondary SEL Committee
❏ Research
❏ Belief Statement
❏ Research continued - models
❏ CASEL framework
❏ 5 Anchor Standards
❏ 16 Learning Standards
❏ Sample Activities
Next Steps
❏ 2016-17
❏ Secondary SEL Mapping
❏ Embedded
❏ Evaluation tool
❏ 2017-18
❏ Elementary SEL Mapping
❏ Curricular discussions
❏ Evaluation tool
To: Blaine County Board of Trustees From: Social Emotional Learning
Debi Gutknecht, Director of Student Services Angie Martinez, Director of Curriculum SEL Committee members from WRMS, Carey, SCHS
Through: Dr. GwenCarol Holmes Topic: Social Emotional Learning Standards Background: As part of the BCSD Strategic Plan, the team for Goal 4: Empower, developed an objective that addressed the development of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Although the Idaho State Department of Education has Social Emotional Standards in their plan for the future, there is no current development from which BCSD to draw. In 2015-16, WRHS began addressing Social Emotional Learning through the Advisory period and a secondary SEL Committee was formed to continue the work. Members of the Social Emotional Learning Committee: The Social Emotional Learning Committee was composed of the following members:
○ WRMS: Fritz Peters, Principal; Rob Ditch, Vice-Principal; Tod Gunter, Social Worker; Holly Coiner, School Counselor; Stani Malmgren, School Counselor; Brenda Southwick, Teacher; Rachel Eastop, Teacher; Sara Shafer, Teacher; Tristan Gralenski, Teacher; Kim Laragan-Uranga, Teacher
○ Carey: John Peck, Principal; Kimberly Hochendoner, Counselor; Lane Durtschi, Teacher; Chandra Luke, Teacher
○ Silver Creek High School: Mike Glenn, Principal; Cecilee Heath, Social Worker ○ Community member (parents): Brian Kriesien and Nick Pettinger (now a BCSD
Director of Curriculum and Teaching; Debi Gutknecht, Director of Student Services Outcomes of the Social Emotional Learning Committee: The team reviewed research and built a collective understanding of the meaning of Social Emotional Learning and the critical purpose it plays in the lives of our students. Perhaps some of the most compelling reasons for intentionally teaching Social Emotional Learning include positive academic outcomes, increased attendance, improved school culture and the development of social/emotional competencies that lead to a better quality of life. The team from each school took the information back to their respective schools for input which was shared at the next meeting. For more information, see the BCSD Belief Statement (attachment).
Once the team, with input from the schools, collectively saw the importance of Social Emotional Learning, they researched states, districts and other Social Emotional Learning frameworks that might help BCSD develop standards and a framework from which to work. The team wanted a broad enough set of standards that each school could implement them in their current structures, such a Big Picture Learning and 7 Habits. After small group review and sharing, the team found three educational bodies on which we wanted to base our SEL work: Oakland Unified School District, Anchorage, Alaska School District, and Illinois. All three examples were based upon the CASEL framework, which had already been in place and used by BCSD Social Workers when working with students. The 5 CASEL competencies that the team chose to guide the next steps include:
■ Self-awareness ■ Self-management ■ Social Awareness ■ Relationship Skills ■ Responsible Decision Making
Once again, the teams took the information back to their schools for input from their colleagues. For more information on each of these competencies, please see BCSD Belief Statement and BCSD Social Emotional Learning Anchor Standards - CASEL Framework. The team determined that a smaller group would work over the summer to create a draft proposal of the Social and Emotional Learning Standards, Performance Indicators, and Sample Activities. The 5 Anchor Standards were broken down into 16 smaller Learning Standards. The Learning Standards were further defined into grade level spans (K-2; 3-5; 6-8; 9-10; and 11-12) with statements that clarify what the students at each grade level span will be able to do (Performance Indicators). For more information, please review the following documents:
■ Kindergarten - High School Social and Emotional Learning Standards ■ Social Emotional Learning Standards - Supplemental Support
Document: Performance Indicators and Sample Activities by Level. This fall, the Social Emotional Learning team reviewed the documents and agreed to share them with their schools, once again. Elementary School Social Workers were also invited to share the documents at the elementary level. Input was gathered and the documents that you have reviewed are the final outcome. We look for board approval before moving to the next steps of implementation. Next Steps: After approval of the SEL standards, Carey, SCHS and WRMS will work to create curriculum maps of the standards. The maps will determine how, when and where the standards will be taught throughout a school year. Implementation will occur during the 2017-18 school year.
Evaluation: The SEL Committee will also review evaluation tools that BCSD might be able to use to help us measure gains in SEL skills. Although no decisions have been made, the team will most likely consider the use of a student survey and/or teacher observation and student work products.. The team will also determine when and at which grade levels a possible survey would be given to best gather information. The WRHS team will review the standards and align them with their current Advisory curriculum as part of their review process. During the 2017-18 school year, elementary SEL teams will map the curriculum for the K-5 grade level spans. Documents for your review:
○ Social Emotional Learning - BCSD Belief Statement ○ BCSD Social Emotional Learning Anchor Standards - CASEL Framework ○ Kindergarten - High School Social and Emotional Learning Standards ○ Social Emotional Learning Standards - Supplemental Support Documents:
Performance Indicators and Sample Activities by Level
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Secondary Course of Study
Blaine County School District November 2016
The following document contains the Blaine County School District Secondary Course of Study for students in grades 6 to 8 at Wood River Middle School, grades 9 to 12 Wood River High School, grades 9 to 12 at Silver Creek High School, and grades 7 to 12 at Carey Junior High and High School. This course of study was developed by a task force of teachers from all disciplines, administrators, parents, and community members who met numerous times from March through October, 2016. The task force used community feedback collected during the superintendent’s listening tour in the fall of 2014, survey data from the strategic planning process in the spring of 2015, financial survey data from the winter of 2015, and Idaho Administrative Code. Background The Blaine County School District has a strong tradition of high student achievement and world-class program offerings. These values are reflected in the data collected. This data, combined with the expertise of our own educators and the requirements of Idaho Administrative Code (IDAPA 08.02.03), State Board of Education, serves as the basis for this course of study. Surveys used during the strategic planning process with staff, parents, and community provided insight for this work. Guidance to the development of a course of study were strategic plan survey questions: (2) What should the District accomplish by 2020 if we are fulfilling our mission and preparing children for the future? And (3) What should the District’s goals be? High levels of agreement were found for the following responses:
● [Students should be] Independent, critical, and creative thinkers. ● Students are engaged. ● All graduates are college and career ready. ● District will let us teach the whole child and keep the curiosity alive. ● All students will develop problem solving skills and intellectual curiosity through integrated
curriculum with ample time to explore. ● All students will graduate with adequate skills to pursue post-secondary options - including
vocational/technical/and 4-year college opportunities. ● The graduate will have the academic, social, and emotional skills to contribute positively
in our ever changing global world. ● Students will explore the world through meaningful experiences that inspire a continued
desire to learn, live healthy lives, contribute to the community and stretch their cognitive capacity.
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In addition, during the superintendent’s listening tour, frequent responses to the probe “What do you value about the district?” included:
● The impressive range and quality of programming ● Arts (performing and visual) ● Dual Immersion/Learning a Second Language ● Sports/P.E. ● The high expectations the community has for students and staff
Lastly, the areas identified as most valuable in secondary education programming from the financial planning survey included:
● Arts (music, drama, visual arts) ● Professional Technical Education (Construction Academy, business, computer science,
culinary, engineering and robotics, etc.) ● Real-world problem solving ● Honors and Advanced Placement (AP/dual-credit classes) ● World Languages
Executive Summary Based on this review of community values, combined with the expertise of BCSD educators and requirements listed in Idaho Administrative Code, Section 08.02.03 (IDAPA), the task force developed a secondary course of study that supports the development of the whole child through both traditional core academics as well as through the arts, professional-technical education, and world languages. The course of study prepares students to be critical and creative thinkers ready to positively contribute to our changing world through rigorous course work, requirements in a wide array of disciplines, ample opportunities for students to pursue in greater depth, and choice in areas of interest and/or passion. All students will have course work in:
● Language Arts and Communication ● Mathematics ● Science ● Social Studies ● Humanities (including World Languages and the Arts) ● Professional Technical Education ● Health/Wellness (including Social Emotional Learning) ● Physical Education ● Personal Project (high school level)
The Blaine County community has repeatedly expressed its desire for our students to have a broad and robust education with opportunities for choice in course selection as well. This Secondary Course of Study builds and expands on the work that was started with the
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implementation of the Middle Years International Baccalaureate Programme. This Course of Study meets and exceeds the requirements of the State of Idaho, provides flexibility for students to explore multiple disciplines, and supports the educational development of a well-rounded student. Wood River Middle School Course of Study This course of study exceeds the Idaho IDAPA requirements by requiring world language, visual/performing arts, career and technical classes, and additional physical education.
Content Area Proposed Requirements
Notes Current Requirements
English Language Arts
Year-long course at grades 6, 7, and 8.
May include an additional period if intervention supports are needed.
Same
Mathematics Year-long course at grades 6, 7, and 8.
Includes at least through Pre-Algebra. May include Algebra I and above for credit depending on individual student needs.
Same
Science Year-long course at grades 6, 7, and 8.
All classes include a lab component. 6th grade: Physical Science; 7th grade: Life Science; 8th grade: Earth Science.
Same
Social Studies Year-long course at grades 6, 7, and 8.
6th grade: Western Hemisphere; 7th grade Eastern: Hemisphere; 8th grade: U.S. History up to Civil War.
Same
Health One 12-week class.
Required by the state. One 9-week class.
Physical Education One 12-week class per year
Offered in 12 to 18 week sections. Required by the state. One credit may be granted for participation in a school or club sport that has a signed MOU with BCSD ensuring minimum state standards and time requirements are met.
One 9-week class in Middle School 8. Recommended one semester per year in grades 6 and 7.
Family and Consumer Science
Elective class included in the Fine Arts
Required to be offered by the state. Offered in 12 to 18 week sections. A student choice.
Elective, not required
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Visual and Performing Arts
One 12-week class per year
Required to be offered by the state. Offered in 12 to 18 week sections. Includes student choice among the various art.
Elective, not required
Career and Technical (Design and Technology)
One 12-week class per year
Required to be offered by the state. Offered in 12 to 18 week sections. Includes student choice among CTE options.
Elective, not required
World Language Year-long course at grades 6, 7, and 8.
May earn high school elective credit. Same
Advisory Offered to students as needed
Required to be offered by the state. Same
Carey Junior High School (Grades 7 and 8) Course of Study (Sixth grade is a part of Carey Elementary School.) This course of study meets the Idaho IDAPA requirements. In addition, it now includes opportunities for World Language at the junior high level.
Content Area Proposed Requirements
Notes Current Requirements
English Language Arts
7th 2 trimesters 8th 2 trimesters.
Same
Mathematics 7th 3 trimesters 8th 2 trimesters
Same
Science 7th 2 trimesters 8th 2 trimesters
All 7th and 8th grade classes include a lab component. 7th Llife Science; 8th grade: Earth Science.
Same
Social Studies 7th 2 trimesters 8th 2 trimesters
7th grade Geography. 8th grade: U.S. History (up to Civil War)
Same
Health 8th 1 trimester Required by the state. Same
Physical Education 7th and 8th offered each trimester, at least one required each year.
Required by the state Same
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Pathways to Success
Elective class offered to 7th and 8th 2nd trimester
Not required by the state Same
Visual and Performing Arts
7th and 8th offered each trimester except 8th third trimester must take Health
Required to be offered by the state. Includes student choice among the arts.
Same
Career and Technical
Offered to 8th grade 1 trimester
Required to be offered by the state.
Same
World Language Offer to 7th and 8th grades
Not offered
Advisory Each 7th and 8th grade student is assigned a faculty advisor. They meet as needed.
Required to be offered by the state.
Same
Wood River High School Course of Study Graduation Requirements: This course of study meets and exceeds the Idaho IDAPA requirements. It exceeds the requirements by:
● Requires 54 credits compared to the state minimum of 46 credits. Three of these credits may be earned outside of the seven instructional periods per day.
● Includes a lab component with all 6 science credits, the state only requires 4 of the 6 science classes include a lab.
● Includes 2 additional social studies requirements including world history, not required by the state.
● Includes 2 additional humanities credits than required by the state and stipulates that two of the credits must be a world language.
● Includes 1 Health credit and 2 Physical Education requirements compared to the state’s requirement of only Health/Wellness credit.
● Includes 3 credits of Career and Technical Education compared to no requirements by the state.
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Content Area Proposed Requirements
Notes Current Requirements
English Language Arts and Communication
9 8 credits of ELA and 1 credit of Speech
Same
Mathematics 6 Must pass Algebra I and Geometry. Must have two math credits in the 12th grade year. May opt out of 12th grade math if 6 credits have been earned and at least 2 are in AP or DC Calculus or higher level course.
Same
Science 6 All science classes include a lab component.
Same
Social Studies 7 Two world history, two American History, two Government, and 1 economics. (Global Perspectives is now an elective.)
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Humanities 4 Two world languages in grades 9 to 12, and two visual/performing arts
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Health 1 Medical Technology may fulfill the Health requirement.
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Physical Education 2 One credit may be granted for participation in a school or club sport that has a signed MOU with BCSD ensuring minimum state standards and time requirements are met.
2
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
3 Computer Applications plus 2 of student choice.
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Personal Project 1 Recommended at the sophomore level through Advisory. Class for students moving in or retaking. Most students earn this credit outside of class rather than using one of their 7 periods a day for this work.
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7
Advisory 2 (Count towards elective credit)
Half credit per year. Class addresses social emotional learning and college and career readiness. Advisory does not reduce the number of periods (7) in a day that a student has for taking courses.
2 (May count as elective credit)
Various Electives 15 16
ISAT Testing in ELA and Math
NA Required by the State of Idaho NA
College Entrance Examination
NA Required by the State of Idaho NA
Total Required 54 (3 credits are typically earned outside of the 7 period day)
Students enrolled all four years at WRHS have an opportunity to earn 60 or more credits.
52 (3 credits are typically earned outside of the 7 period day)
Carey High School Course of Study Graduation Requirements: This course of study exceeds the Idaho IDAP requirements by:
● Requires 54 credits compared to the state minimum of 46 credits. ● Includes a community service component. ● Includes 2 additional social studies requirements including world history, not required by
the state. ● Includes 2 additional humanities credits than required by the state and stipulates that two
of the credits must be a world language. ● Includes 1 Health credit and 2 Physical Education requirements compared to the state’s
requirement of only Health/Wellness credit. ● Includes 3 credits of Career and Technical Education compared to no requirements by the
state.
Content Area Proposed Requirements
Notes Current Requirements
English Language Arts and Communication
9 8 credits of ELA and 1 credit of Speech
Same
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Mathematics 6 Must pass Algebra I and Geometry. Much have two math credits in the 12th grade year.
Same
Science 6 At least 4 of the 6 science credits must be Lab Science classes.
Same
Social Studies 7 Two world history, two US history, two Government, and 1 Economics.
Same
Humanities 4 Two world languages, and two visual/performing arts
2
Health 1 Same
Physical Education 2 One credit may be granted for participation in a school or club sport that has a signed MOU with BCSD ensuring minimum state standards and time requirements are met.
Same
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
3 Computer Applications plus 2 of student choice.
0
Personal/Senior Project
1 Same
Electives 15 20
Community Service 15 hours Same
ISAT Testing in ELA and Math
NA Required by the State of Idaho NA
College Entrance Examination
NA Required by the State of Idaho NA
Total Required 54 Students enrolled all four years at Carey School have an opportunity to earn 60 or more credits.
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Silver Creek High School Course of Study Alternative high schools have a different set of graduation requirements than traditional high schools in the State of Idaho. In addition to the main academic areas, alternative schools are required to provide instructional programs and special services to meet the needs of the at-risk population they serve. The instructional programs include:
● Personal and career counseling ● Physical fitness and personal health ● State approved professional technical education ● Child care with parenting skills
Special services include social services and day care for student’s children. Graduation Requirements: This course of study exceeds the Idaho IDAPA core requirements by requiring 2 extra credits. Credits are tied to Internships and project learning.
Content Area Proposed Requirement(s)
Notes Current Requirements(s)
Math/ Quantitative Reasoning
6 6 credits of Integrated Math. Algebra 1 and Geometry covered over 8 credits
6 - Must pass Algebra I and Geometry. Much have two math credits in the 12th grade year.
Science/ Empirical Reasoning
6 6 credits of Integrated Science and lab component for each credit
6 - At least 4 of the 6 science credits must be Lab Science classes.
English/ Communication
9 8 credits of ELA and 1 credit of Speech
Same
Social Studies/ Social Reasoning
6 6 credits of Contemporary World Issues will cover economics, Government and US History standards
5 - US History A/B, Government A/B Economics Plus 1 SR Elective - World History
Humanities / Integrated
2 Interdisciplinary Humanities, Fine Arts or Foreign Language
Same
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Health/CPR 1 State Requirement Same
Senior Project 1 State Requirement Same
Electives 17 Offerings include up to 8 Personal Qualities, Humanities, Dual Credit, crafts, chess, IDLA, Audio/visual technology, Fitness, School to work
Same
ISAT Testing in ELA and Math
NA State Requirement Same
College Entrance Examination
NA State Requirement Same
Total Required 48 Students at Silver Creek have the opportunity to earn 48 or more credits. Two above the state minimum.
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Transfer Students: It is recommended that the provision in current policy for transfer students be maintained and expanded to include Carey High School: “All transfer students will meet the required credits for graduation unless they were on their prior school’s graduation schedule and cannot meet the credit requirement by taking a full class load at the Wood River High School [and/or Carey High School].” (Policy 604.8)
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Committee Meeting Schedule and Members: The committee met together as a group on March 15, April 4, May 2, May 23, August 23, September 19, October 3, and October 17. In addition, subcommittee such as social studies and staff at individual schools met in between meetings to work on building or specific content issues. A debt of gratitude is offered to the following committee members: Glenn Lindsley Liz Young Greg Gvozdas Matt Phillips Jill Clark Lane Durtschi Greg Wilson Kari Haugen Sarah Allen Lindee Williams Rob Swanson James Foster Lane Kirkland Kathleen Gherman Jake Nilsen Rebecca Martin Max Stimac
Jennifer Mecham Melanie Schrader Bill Petzke Chet Olson Brandeis Coshow Anna Edwards Joel Zellers Sara Gilman Susan Canham Tristen Gralenski Kimberly Hochendoner Kristen Swafford Jeff Ford Stanie Malmgren Fritz Peters Rob Ditch
John Pearce Julia Grafft Keith Nelson John Peck Mike Glenn Debi Gutneckt Angie Martinez GwenCarol Holmes Amber Larna Merrilee Sears Cathy Tyson-Foster Lee Dabney Danni Dean Matt Leidecker Darlene Dyer Patty Scherer
School: Wood River High School Courses Proposed for Addition/Renaming: Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Old course name: Chemistry in the Community Proposed new course name: Applied Chemistry
10,11,12 grade
2 Biology/ or concurrent with biology
General chemistry content consistent with non‐science tracking, college, junior college, workforce, or military bound students. Pracĕcal applicaĕon of everyday chemistry, liĥle emphasis on mathemaĕcal, theoreĕcal, or quantum mechanics.
The course ĕtle “Chemistry in the Community was chosen based on a curriculum and the book ĕtled by the same name. The current text book, Chemistry in the Community is, in my opinion organized in a strange way that does not build on cumulaĕng skills. I have gone off text for the most part this year, because of this reason. Also, many students who take Chemistry in the Community have trouble reading the text. There is a recurring reference to a ficĕĕous town with environmental issues which students are supposed to apply learned concepts and problem solving. Any deviaĕon from the order of the text makes such passages in the book difficult to understand and follow, especially for ESL students. I propose a new, more readable and appropriately ordered content textbook called Chemistry, a Natural Approach The course will be called “Applied Chemistry.”
AP Physics 2 10, 11,12 2 AP Physics 1, Algebra II AP Physics 2 is an algebra‐based,
introductory college‐level physics course. Students culĕvate their understanding of Physics through inquiry‐based invesĕgaĕons as they explore topics such as fluid staĕcs and dynamics; thermodynamics with kineĕc theory; PV diagrams and probability; electrostaĕcs; electrical circuits with capacitors; magneĕc fields; electromagneĕsm; physical and geometric opĕcs; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics.
This course is designed to accommodate those students who have completed AP Physics 1. Currently, there are about 40 students in AP P1, and we expect 20 students to go on to AP P2.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
DI: Who are we? A Survey of Spanish and Latin American Culture through Film and Literature
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
In this one semester course, students will examine similariĕes and differences in cultural values throughout the Spanish speaking world through the arts. Spanish language films, literature, and art will be the vehicles for understanding cultural perspecĕves. Students will read and analyze a variety of texts wriĥen by authors from Spain and Laĕn America and become familiar with the works of various famous Spanish and Laĕn American arĕsts. They will expand vocabulary, develop grammar, and improve proficiency in reading, wriĕng, listening, and speaking through a variety of different acĕviĕes. Students will produce a product which expresses their own cultural idenĕty.
Modificaĕon of former course to add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
DI: Crisis!
Understanding
Conflict in Spain
and Latin America
through Film
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
In this one semester course, students will examine several 20th century conflicts in Spain and Laĕn America through film. Each film will be accompanied by arĕcles and documents to support understanding. Students will lead discussions on a variety of issues and demonstrate comprehension through debates, presentaĕons, and wriĥen work. The class will provide opportuniĕes to expand vocabulary and grammar while improving proficiency in reading, wriĕng, listening and speaking skills.
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
DI: Being Bilingual
Pays
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
Put your bilingualism to use and save money. Whether heading off to college or to the workforce, this course could earn you college credit for language skills and launch
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
you into a bilingual career. Course work includes preparaĕon for the Spanish CLEP exam (up to 12 college credits) and Idaho Court Interpreter Training & Cerĕficaĕon Program, and applicaĕon through community service.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
DI: Human Rights
and Social Order
11, 12 1 AP Spanish Language A & B
What are your human rights and why are human rights important? This one‐semester course explores the Universal Declaraĕon of Human Rights and current social issues around the world. Students will discover ways to affect change in their own lives and pursue social jusĕce.
Add opĕons for Dual Immersion students in the upper grade levels
Old Course Name: Journalism New Course Name: School Newspaper
9‐12 2 none Same content as Journalism, just new name. Preferred course name to define course and enĕce students.
Web Design I 9‐12 1 None This would be a very introductory course in designing web pages. Topics such as HTML, CSS, graphics, video, and animaĕons will be explored. Students will get a hands on approach to designing their own web pages, and creaĕng all the content added to them.
In today’s world, web design is a very strong professional fields. Creaĕng a web design 1 class would focus specifically on designing web pages and learning how to create media for those pages. Will be a possible Dual Credit class
Web Design II 10,11,12 1 Web Design I Students will learn and use HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JQuery to advance their web design and implement interacĕve content for their web pages. Students will conĕnue to expand their learning of the structure and organizaĕon of the internet, its file types and protocols.
Collaboraĕon within the CTE department increased student demand to conĕnue on beyond Web Design I.
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Video Production II 9‐12 1 Video Producĕon I
The current Video Producĕon I class will move to Video Producĕon II and the curriculum below will be for the new content of Video Producĕons I. This course will introduce students to basic video producĕon techniques. This will include techniques in storytelling, storyboarding, filming, ediĕng, exporĕng and file types, equipment use, and delivery on mulĕple plaĔorms. Students will get a very hands on approach by creaĕng several smaller projects and move to larger scale projects. This class will be a prerequisite for the fast paced environment of Video Producĕon II which will be geared toward broadcasĕng the school news.
Modifying the curriculum and adding a prerequisite to the exisĕng Video Producĕon I class that produces the school news. The school news class would move to Video producĕon II. This is an effort to train students on equipment, techniques, and so├ware before they enter the fast paced live broadcasĕng video class.
AP Human
Geography
10/11 Grade
2 World History
The purpose of the AP Human Geography course is to introduce students to the systemaĕc study of paĥerns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteraĕon of Earth’s surface. Students employ spaĕal concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organizaĕon and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and pracĕce. Through the study of past and contemporary human interacĕons, this dynamic, mulĕ‐disciplinary course allows for students to engage in real‐world problems and issues. Throughout the course, students will explore these with individual case studies. The course embraces the Project Based‐
In the effort to fully embrace our mission statement (“Globally‐minded learners”), it is important to broaden our course offerings to reflect it. The AP Human Geography course is one of the fastest growing AP courses in the country and we feel that WRHS should be be at the forefront of innovaĕve and dynamic course offerings that offer the most rigorous and engaging curriculums. Global ciĕzenship and civic responsibility, are fundamentally rooted with students’ awareness and understanding of the greater world around them. We believe that this AP Human Geography curriculum offers WRHS a great opportunity to challenge our students to think globally, become more culturally literate, and engage them in a rigorous college‐level AP course.
Learning model and gives the students plenty of opportunity to pursue aspects/topics that are the most engaging for them. Topics I. Geography: Its Nature and Perspecĕves II. Populaĕon III. Cultural Paĥerns and Processes IV. Poliĕcal Organizaĕon of Space V. Agriculture and Rural Land Use VI. Industrializaĕon and Economic Development VII. Ciĕes and Urban Land Use
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
Concert 9
Orchestra
9 2 Concert 8 Orchestra (3rd year orchestra at the MS).
The course is designed specifically to fourth year orchestra students and will conĕnue the sequenĕal curriculum that has been established. This allows for more individualized instrucĕon for freshman orchestra students and introduces them to the rigor and expectaĕons of the high school orchestra program. The goals of this course are to increase individual musicality, technique, and musical vocabulary. Throughout the year we will introduce a number of musical selecĕons that will reinforce the concepts of sound producĕon, balance, blend, and intonaĕon.
Reason: The orchestra program has grown such that we now have an opportunity to add a pre‐requisite to the Concert Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra. Modifying the curriculum and adding a prerequisite allows for more individualized instrucĕon and makes for two smaller classes (2 classes of 25) instead of one large (class of 50).
School: Silver Creek High School Courses Proposed for Addition/Renaming: Offerings through College of Western Idaho Course Name Open
to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course
Change or Addition CWI English 101
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
English 101 emphasizes the process and strategies of wriĕng with criĕcal aĥenĕon to purpose, audience, and style. Students write analyĕcal essays based on reading, observaĕons, and ideas; develop their invenĕveness and voice; and edit for style convenĕons of standard usage.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI English 175
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
English 101 (can be waived) Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
This course introduces literary genres (novel, short story, drama, poetry) and provides the general student with the terminology and standard techniques of literary analysis and explicaĕon.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI Math 095: College Prep Math
9th & 10th
The college‐preparatory course offering is MATH 095, College Prep Math, offered through the Math Soluĕons Center (MSC) locaĕons. (There is an MSC in Boise and in Nampa.) While this course does not fulfill the general educaĕon mathemaĕcs requirement for an Associate’s degree, it does provide a student with the set of foundaĕonal skills needed for college‐level mathemaĕcs courses. The faculty affiliated with this course are dedicated to providing an encouraging learning environment, using technology to enhance the delivery of material and guided pracĕce for the student.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
CWI Math 123
11th & 12th grade
3 college, 1 high school
Teacher recommendaĕon & Parent Approval
This survey course provides an opportunity to acquire an appreciaĕon of the nature of mathemaĕcs and its relaĕon to other aspects of our culture. The course is rigorous but not rigid and applies mathemaĕcs to real‐world problems.
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students
Course Name Open to: Credit(s): Prerequisite: Content Reason for Name and Course Change or Addition
CWI Math 143 College Algebra
11th & 12th
3 College, 1 High School
C or beĥer in Math 123
This course includes fundamental concepts of algebra; equaĕons and inequaliĕes; funcĕons and graphs; polynomial, raĕonal, exponenĕal, and logarithmic funcĕons; systems of equaĕons and inequaliĕes; conics; the Binomial Theorem. Credit hours are not granted in both MATH 143 and MATH 147. PREREQ: Mastery of units 1‐12 in MATH 095 or equivalent placement score. (This CWI course meets Idaho State Board GEM competency requirements in GEM 3 ‐ Mathemaĕcal Ways of Knowing.)
Provide advanced learning opportuniĕes to our students