Board of Education Business Meeting Packet
July 24, 2017
Action Items
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Information Systems
AGENDA ITEM: Print Shop Contract Renewal
PRESENTING: Tim Peltz, Chief Information Officer
DESCRIPTION: Gordon Flesch Company (GFC) Services will provide Racine Unified
School District with one on-site FTE (2080 hours). The primary
responsibility for the contracted employee is to manage the operation
of the District’s production print shop.
Contracting with GFC Services supports efficiencies and reduces costs
by providing a supervisor fully trained in all software and hardware
related to the function of the print shop.
At one point, the District employed four full-time employees. We
currently have one full-time District employee, along with one full-
time contracted staff.
When there is an increase in print volume or when the contracted
employee is on vacation, sick or on leave for an extended amount of
time, the contract with GFC Services provides additional staff at no
additional cost to the District.
Compared to the cost of utilizing private sector print shops (such as
FedEx Office/Kinkos), the District’s cost – including costs for
teachers, administrators, and individuals schools – on average, is 90%
less. Having GFC on-site also decreases response times to hardware
problems on the fleet of copy machines throughout the District.
FISCAL NOTE: Annual agreement is for 12 month term at $7,436.00 per month.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the renewal contract agreement with Gordon Flesch
Company Services for a 12 month term at $7,436.00 per month.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Information Systems
AGENDA ITEM: Student Technology Purchase for Bio-Medical Courses
PRESENTING: Tim Peltz, Chief Information Officer
DESCRIPTION: In support of the bio-medical classes being offered at Case, Park, and
Horlick High Schools, 180 laptops and 6 charging carts with a
capacity of 30 devices each will be purchased for classroom use.
FISCAL NOTE: 180 laptops and warranty from vendor Paragon Development Systems
(PDS) at a cost of $124,000.
Six laptop charging carts from vendor CDWG at a cost of $5,300.
Funds will be allocated from the Chief Information Officer’s
referendum allocation not to exceed $130,000.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the purchases of 180 laptops under warranty from Paragon
Development Systems for $124,000, and six laptop charging carts
from CDWG for $5,300, with a total expenditure not to exceed
$130,000.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Information Systems
AGENDA ITEM: REAL School Technology Purchase
PRESENTING: Tim Peltz, Chief Information Officer
DESCRIPTION: In support of the renovation of the new REAL School facility, new
interactive projectors will be purchased for classroom use. To support
the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) program at the REAL School, new
high-end drafting desktop computers and monitors will also be
purchased for program use.
FISCAL NOTE: 22 Epson Interactive Projectors with cables and connectors from
vendor AVI at a cost of $61,000.
40 Project Lead The Way desktops and monitors from Dell at a cost of
$50,000.
Funds will be allocated from the Chief Information Officer’s
referendum allocation not to exceed $111,000.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the purchases of 22 Epson Interactive Projects with cables
and connectors from AVI for $61,000, and 40 new Project Lead The
Way desktops and monitors from Dell for $50,000, with a total
expenditure not to exceed $111,000.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Chief Academic Office
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
AGENDA ITEM: K-5 Reading/English Language Arts (ELA) Spanish Classroom
Library Supplement Purchase
PRESENTING: Janell Decker, Assistant Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Robin Rivas, Executive Director ELL/Bilingual Programs
Christopher Thompson, Ed.D., Executive Director of Curriculum and
Instruction
DESCRIPTION: RUSD offers a 90-10 Dual language two-way immersion program for
all students, English language learners (EL) and non-EL students, in
seven elementary schools across the District. Reading instruction in
this program model is in English and Spanish. The RUSD Dual
Language Program language arts instruction has embedded the
District-adopted Workshop model into is biliteracy framework.
Classroom library supplements in both English and Spanish serve as
the basis for independent reading – the hallmark of a Workshop
model.
Rationale:
The District has adopted a Workshop model for literacy instruction in
grades Kindergarten-12. Independent reading allows for students to
apply skills they are learning in class through self-selected texts. These
Spanish classroom libraries will allow for enough selection in Spanish
so that students have voice in choice in their learning in both English
and Spanish.
Evidence of Success:
We are confident from our research and contacts with local and
regional school districts that we can replicate their success by adopting
a Reader and Writer’s Workshop approach. Workshop focuses on
putting the class work in the hands of the students through a coaching
model where the teacher deeply understands the reading and writing
process and coaches each student on their individual areas of strength
and difficulty. Students focus heavily on applying reading and writing
skills by spending the majority of their time reading books at their
immediate reading level and writing daily pieces of varying challenge.
Countless studies have proven the effectiveness of independent
reading on student achievement. According to Reutzel, Fawson, and
Smith (2008), independent reading can:
Improve students’ oral reading accuracy
Increase reading rate
Improve reading expression
Increase reading comprehension
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Their research found that in-school independent reading led to better
than national average gains in reading rates and a 43% average
increase in the proportion of ideas recalled, representing a substantial
increase in comprehension over the school year. The Common Core
Standards themselves call for independent reading in Anchor Standard
10, stating that the student will “read and comprehend complex
literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.”
FISCAL NOTE: Elementary Spanish classroom library supplements: 7 dual language
K-5 schools x $8,418.34 per site for a total of $58,928.38.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the purchase of supplementary Spanish classroom libraries
for K-5 Dual Language classrooms in the amount of $58,928.38.
ACTION TAKEN:
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
K 1 9781631138829 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra el Cuatro de Julio con Campeón, el glotón Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- J It is the 4th of July, and a family prepares to go for a picnic. Champ, the family dog—who does not want to miss the celebration—secretly hides inside the
food basket. When they arrive at the park, Champ has a feast of his own with other dogs that have arrived with other families. The family is left without
food, so the other families share their meals; and they all end up celebrating together. Contains an informative section on the Fourth of July.
K 1 9781631138799 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra el Día de Martin Luther King, Jr. con la clase de la Sra. Park Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- K The students in Mrs. Park’s class prepare to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s Day by reflecting on the values he taught. Contains an informative section on
Martin Luther King, Jr.K 1 9781631139734 René Colato Laínez ¡Juguemos al fútbol y al football! Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 13.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 13.95- G Carlos is not sure that his favorite sport can be played with an oval-shaped
ball. Chris is not sure that it can be played with a round ball. It may not be a good idea to play with a kid who is so different! He doesn't even know how to
play this game! Wait-it looks kind of fun! Let's give it a try!K 3 9781603964036 Lauren Robins /
Adaptation by Lada Kratky
Quiero viajar Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- D We can travel by train or by airplane. We can travel by bus or by boat. This book shows us these and other means of transportation, which can help us
explore our world and even beyond…K 3 9781612369075 Kelli L. Hicks Reglas de seguridad en las ciencias Informational Text Science / Nature of Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- C Emergent readers learn seven rules to keep them safe as they discover the
world around them.
K 3 9781612369051 Buffy Silverman Utilizo máquinas simples Informational Text Science / Nature of Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- D Emergent readers are introduced to simple machines and how we use them to move things.
K 3 9781631138805 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra un powwow con Sandy Starbright Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I It’s Sandy’s birthday and she and her family are getting ready to travel for a powwow. Before leaving the house and along the way, Sandy receives several birthday presents from her relatives. To her surprise, all her presents together
make up a beautiful costume for a traditional dance she will perform at the powwow. Includes an informative section about powwows.
K 3 9781631139024 Cecilia Pisos El baúl de los transportes: Un libro sobre los números Literature Poetry -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- G The primary modes of transportation and the numbers 1 to 10 work together to bring a fun caravan to life, delighting young readers with humor and rhyme.
K 3 9781603964135 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
El primer Día de Acción de Gracias Informational Text Expository / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- F Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving? This book explains how the pilgrims reached America, the difficulties they had, who helped them, and finally, how
they gave thanks for everything they received.K 4 9781631138911 Alma Flor Ada El papalote Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- D Making and flying a kite seems to be more than a mother and her children can
handle. But looking for alternatives is always a good idea.
K 4 9781603964012 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
¡Bienvenidos a Kindergarten! Informational Text Expository / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- D What can you see in a school? Who goes to school? What do children do in the classroom? This book explains it all.
K 4 9781603964142 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
¿Qué clase te gusta más? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- D If you like to read, reading time is your favorite class time. If you like to count and add, math time is your favorite class time. But you might like to sing, or you might like to paint. Which one would be your favorite class time then?
K 4 9781486901616 Michelle Shalton Amigos del barrio Literature Story / Realistic Fiction / Graphic Reader -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- B On his way to school, José runs by different places in his neighboorhood and says hello to important community workers.
K 4 9789978290248 María Fernanda Heredia ¿Dónde está mamá? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- E There is a place where all the mommies in the world are; it’s a special place that only you know. . . discover it and find Mommy there any time you need
her by your side. K 4 9781594374777 Rosemary Wells Eduardo: Cumpleaños en la piscina Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 10.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 10.95- E Edward is invited to a swimming party, but he isn't quite ready to give up his
water wings. This lovable bear cub teaches children that not everybody is ready for the same things at the same time.
K 4 9781594374760 Rosemary Wells Eduardo: El primer día de colegio Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 10.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 10.95- E When Edward goes to school for the first time, he isn't quite ready to join in with the other children. The author delights us once again with her warmth
and humor.K 4 9781598201147 Alma Flor Ada and F.
Isabel CampoyCelebra el Año Nuevo Chino con la Familia Fong Informational Text &
LiteratureNarrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository /
Social Studies-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I A Chinese-American family invites their good friends the Sánchezes —a Latino
family— to celebrate the Chinese New Year with them. Nico, one of the Latino kids, takes the reader through the magnificence of the celebration as
he takes pictures of everything he finds interesting--but not without getting in trouble. Contains an informative section about the Chinese New Year.
K 4 9781631138959 Alma Flor Ada El susto de los fantasmas Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- G Two ghosts scared of a storm? Who ever heard of such a thing? They find the perfect hiding place.
K 4 9781603964180 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
¡A la búsqueda del tesoro! Literature Narrative / Short Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- G When the cousins come for a visit, the kids don’t know what to do. Mom suggests that they go in search of a treasure. She gives them a map and the first clue. The children follow the clues to find their treasure. What could it
be?K 4 9781631139499 Alejandra Vallejo-
NágeraLos bigotes de chocolate Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.99- F Lola drinks her chocolate milk very fast and doesn’t clean her mouth like her
mother tells her to do. When she leaves the house, people think she has a moustache and greet her as she weren’t a girl, and Lola gets upset.
K 4 9781631139598 F. Isabel Campoy Mi día de la A a la Z Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- C An enchanting illustrated ABC book about a child's daily activities at home and school that can also be used to learn and practice telling time. Its parallel
English-language companion edition is available from Alfaguara/Santillana as well.
1 1 9781631138690 Julia Alvarez El mejor regalo del mundo: la leyenda de la Vieja Belén (Bilingual Edition)
Informational Text & Literature
Literary Nonfiction / Poetry / Narrative Poems -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- L Renowned Latina author Julia Alvarez recreates the legend of the Dominican folk character La Vieja Belen in this delighful bilingual rhyming story,
beautifully illustrated by Dominican artist Ruddy Nuñez. Alvarez's retelling keeps the magic of the traditional account while contributing a down-to-earth, timely moral: "Of all the gifts you can give, your time is the best."
1 1 9781631138812 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra el Día de Acción de Gracias con Beto y Gaby Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- J Beto and Gaby anxiously wait for their relatives to arrive for Thanksgiving dinner. One by one, they each call to inform the family that they will not be
able to attend because of a great snowstorm. Grandma appears with a group of elder friends who have nowhere to have dinner, and the celebration becomes special. Contains an informative section on Thanksgiving Day.
1 1 9781631138720 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra Kwanzaa con Botitas y sus gatitos Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I An African-American family gets together to celebrate Kwanzaa, but the celebration is spoiled because their beloved pet cat is missing. As the family sets off on a quest to find the cat, the reader learns about the seven values
celebrated in Kwanzaa in a simple and entertaining way. Includes an informative section about the holiday.
1 1 9786070129476 Anne-Kathrin Behl Tobi y los ancianos Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 13.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 13.95- L Tobi thinks that old people are very boring. One day during the summer, when all of his friends are gone on vacation and he is playing alone, his ball lands
right where Mr. Cabra is sitting. This meeting allows Tobi to get to know exciting and incredible stories that some of his elderly neighbors experienced
when they were young. From that moment on, his opinion about elderly people changes forever. A fun story that invites the reader to pay more
attention to—and value the experiences of—their elders.1 1 9781631139055 Julia Chaktoura El baúl de los oficios: Un libro sobre las vocales Literature Poetry -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- H Motivating young children to read has never been easier and more fun! These
beautifully illustrated books will capture their senses and their minds while teaching them basic math and language concepts through a delightful
rhyming text.
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
1 1 9781631135477 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Ratoncito Pérez, cartero Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 15.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 15.95- L Pérez the Mouse is the Hispanic version of the tooth fairy. All the children in the neighborhood have grown up, and Pérez finds a job as a mail carrier. Join him as he delivers the town folks’ mail and learns important lessons along the
way.1 1 9786070128288 M. B. Brozon Bolita Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 13.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 13.95- J The day that Bolita is born, everyone in the zoo is surprised by her weight.
Mama Giraffe is happy with her baby, but Bolita starts to feel sad when she sees that everyone is laughing at her. Poncho, the giraffe-keeper’s son, has an
idea: to dress Bolita up as an elephant! A story that discusses the value of mutual respect despite physical appearances. More than 50,000 copies sold.
1 1 9789561526914 María Luisa Silva El Gorila Razán Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 10.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 10.95- J A sensitive toad that loves singing to the Moon every night is expelled from the jungle by the chief gorilla, who finds the toad's singing very annoying.
Ironically, in the end it is the chief gorilla himself who sets off to find the toad and ask him to come back.
1 1 9786070128196 Rosemary Wells La estupenda mamá de Roberta Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- J Proving just how special mothers are, Rosemary Wells describes the lengths one mother goes to in order to help her child. “A well-crafted fantasy with
quality illustrations.” (School Library Journal)1 1 9786070115370 Rachel Anderson Los mejores amigos Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 8.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.95- K Bea, a girl who suffers from Down syndrome, loves her baby sister very much.
One day, however, Bea feels excluded and angry when Ana, her sister, returns from school with her best friend—but then Bea makes friends with the boy
who has just moved next door.1 1 9786070130915 Irene Vasco Mis 130 apellidos Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.99- L Emilio knows several things: that he is seven years old, that he lives in a
country that appears on the map where it says “South America,” that he is Jewish, and that his last name is “Moscovici.” But soon, several of his Israeli relatives from around the world will come to his home to celebrate and he will discover that he has 130 last names. An excellent work for addressing
aspects of identity, family stories, and the origins of our names. 1 1 9789942193322 Andrea Maspons Las medias de Carlota Literature Story / Realistic Fiction -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- K Carlota is a little girl who likes to wear and combine stockings of all different
colors. But her classmates don’t like bright stockings, just boring ones. Discover along with Carlota the importance of accepting ourselves instead of
constantly trying to please others.1 1 9789978295540 Roger Ycaza Sueños Literature Story / Realistic Fiction -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- F We have all been asked before, “What do you want to be when you grow
up?” Our answers can be real, fun, fantasy, imaginative, crazy, and profoundly beautiful. This story is a small homage to imagination, dreams, and faith in the
future.
1 1 9781603964029 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
¿Qué quieres ser? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- C Some children like to paint. That is why they want to be painters. Other children like to brush their teeth. They want to be dentists. Still other children
like other things. What do they want to be?1 1 9781603964159 Amy White / Adaptation
by Lada KratkyTe presento a Jacobo Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- E There is a new student in Mrs. Perez’s class. It is Jacobo. Jacobo is deaf, but
soon his classmates realize he can do what everyone else can do. He can communicate with his new friends, and he can play soccer, just like everyone
else. 1 1 9789978295557 Roger Ycaza La emocionante historia de un valiente gato que subió a la rama más
alta de un árbol… y luego no pudo bajarLiterature Story / Realistic Fiction -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- E When this mischievous cat climbed up the tree in the garden, he never
imagined that something unexpected would happen. This is a story that will help readers discover that the true superhero of any story is always love.
1 2 9781598201185 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra el Cinco de Mayo con un jarabe tapatío Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- J As students prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, they practice a Mexican dance and try their best not to step on the hat. Includes an informative
section about Cinco de Mayo.1 2 9781598201178 Alma Flor Ada and F.
Isabel CampoyCelebra el Día de San Patricio con Samantha y Lola Informational Text &
LiteratureNarrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository /
Social Studies-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- J Samantha loves Irish dancing and has learned to dance it very well. Her friend
Lola also likes this dance and she especially loves the fancy dress that Samantha wears during her presentations. Little by little, Lola learns the basic
steps from her friend, until she is also ready to appear on stage. She makes her first appearance in the show that her school prepares to celebrate St.
Patrick’s Day. Contains an informative section on St. Patrick’s Day.1 2 9781631138744 Alma Flor Ada and F.
Isabel CampoyCelebra el Halloween y el Día de Muertos con Cristina y su conejito azul Informational Text &
LiteratureNarrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository /
Social Studies-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I It's Halloween but Cristina doesn't feel like putting on a costume and going
trick-or-treating because she's lost her toy bunny. During the celebration of the Day of the Dead, she learns a way to deal with her loss. Contains an
informative section both holidays.1 2 9781631138737 Alma Flor Ada and F.
Isabel CampoyCelebra Hanukkah con un cuento de Bubbe Informational Text &
LiteratureNarrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository /
Social Studies-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I It’s Hanukkah, and three Jewish kids play with the dreidel and eat Bubbe’s—
Grandma in Yiddish—delicious latkes as part of the celebration. They also learn about generosity and show what they have learned in a way that will surely amuse the reader. Includes an informative section about Hanukkah.
1 2 9781631138751 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Celebra la Navidad y el Día de los Reyes Magos con Pablo y Carlitos Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- I Carlitos writes a letter to the Three Kings asking for lots of presents. Later, he decides to write a new letter and gives up some of the things in his wish list in
exchange for a bigger gift for his older brother, who is teaching him how to ride a bike and lets him use his own big kid’s bike. At the end, everyone
wins…! Contains an informative section about Christmas and Three Kings Day.1 2 9781631138980 Javiera Gutiérrez El baúl de mis amigos: Un libro sobre el tiempo y las estaciones Literature Poetry -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- G Chinchuda the cat, Patraña the bird, and the other funny characters in this
rhyming story know how to have fun with their friends during any season of the year, and at any time of day.
1 2 9786070117503 Luis San Vicente Festival de Calaveras Literature Poetry / Narrative Poems -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- N Candles, cut paper, “bread of the dead,” salt, marigold flowers: November has arrived, and with it, the Day of the Dead. The living prepare the altars and the
dead embark on the journey, guided by the smoke of the incense. Once a year, the living and the dead meet to celebrate not death, but life.
Eight-syllable calaverita verses and a love story take place in this celebration of one of Mexico’s most emblematic holidays.
1 2 9786070132483 Luis María Pescetti Mamá, ¿por qué nadie es como nosotros? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- N Each family has different characteristics: some speak in a special way or have beliefs or customs different from our own. When reading this book, children will be able to realize that, despite the similarities and differences between families, we all have the same rights. Pescetti addresses a delicate topic and creates a book that is as fun as it is educational. Ideal for working on peace
education in schools.1 2 9781631139635 Alma Flor Ada Me encantan los Saturdays y los domingos Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- K "Through this affectionate and revealing portrait of a bilingual girl's weekend
visits to her two sets of grandparents, Ada and Savadier prove that straddling two worlds can be a blessing rather than a hardship." –Publishers Weekly
1 2 9781603964128 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
Aquí vivo yo Informational Text Expository / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- E Join Marcela as she takes us on a tour around the town where she lives. She shows us the school, the park, the library, and many other places. She also
tells us what she does in each place.1 2 9781603964166 Amy White / Adaptation
by Lada KratkyEl campo y la ciudad Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- D In this book we get to know two children. One lives in the country and the
other in the city. You will find that their lives are very different, but they are similar as well.
1 2 9781603964067 Kathryn Lucas / Adaptation by Lada
Kratky
El primer día de clase Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- E Ramón is a new student in Kindergarten. He sits next to Hugo in math class, and they go out to play ball together during recess. There, Hugo trips Ramón,
who behaves like a real little gentleman.1 2 9781603964081 Amy White / Adaptation
by Lada KratkyHogares Informational Text Expository / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- D This book shows us different types of homes, like single-family homes,
apartment buildings, and even houses that float!
1 2 9781603964104 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
Las estaciones Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- E Each season is special and has its own wonders: the birds that sing in springtime, and the sunny days of summer, watching the leaves that fall in
autumn, and playing in the winter snow. Each season has something to enchant us.
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
1 2 9781612369006 Conrad J. Storad Nuestro Sol produce vida Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- D Emergent readers learn facts about the Sun and the important role it plays for our planet.
1 3 9781631138898 Alma Flor Ada La jaula dorada Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- K A little boy's search for the perfect gift for his grandmother teaches him about ingenuity, generosity, and freedom.
1 3 9781631138850 Alma Flor Ada La piñata vacía Literature Poetry / Rhyming Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- H The gift of an empty piñata provides an opportunity for a young girl to learn about the reward's of being selfless.
1 3 9786070129636 Chris Butterworth Y eso, ¿cómo llegó a tu lonchera? Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- N One of the best parts of a young child’s day is opening a lunchbox and diving in. But how did that delicious food get there? From planting wheat to mixing
dough, climbing trees to machine-squeezing fruit, picking cocoa pods to stirring a vat of melted bliss, here is a clear, engaging look at the steps
involved in producing some common foods. Health tips and a peek at basic food groups complete the menu.
1 3 9786070131363 Ana María Machado De carta en carta Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- N Pepe and his grandfather José did not know how to read or write. One day, they had an argument and, in order to communicate with each other, they hired Miguel, whose job was to read and write for illiterate people. Many
letters were passed from one to the other while Pepe paid Miguel by going to school, and José paid him with flowers from his own garden. Pepe kept going to school, and wrote a letter to the government asking for a pension for his
grandfather.1 3 9781682923238 Ann Cameron El lugar más bonito del mundo Literature Narrative / Novel / Realistic Fiction -$ 8.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.95- M Juan is a young boy who is abandoned by his mother and goes to live with his
grandmother. The grandmother is very proud of Juan and guides him through a journey that demonstrates that the most beautiful place in the world is
where you are loved.1 3 9781603961943 Megan McDonald Stink y el increíble Rompemuelas Supergaláctico Literature Narrative / Novel / Realistic Fiction / Humor -$ 7.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 7.95- M The Super-Galactic Jawbreaker Stink bought did NOT break his jaw. One letter
of complaint later, and—holy jawbreaker heaven!— he receives a huge box of candies (FREE!). That gives Stink a great idea. Soon, he's writing more and more letters ... and the huge packages of free stuff just keep on coming.
1 4 9781603964210 Amy White / Adaptation by Lada Kratky
Estoy orgullosa de mi pasado Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- H Tania belongs to the Navajo tribe. When she talks about her clan and their homes, about the clothes she wears, and about what her family produces, we
can tell how proud she is of being a Native American girl.1 4 9781612369181 Kelli L. Hicks Yo uso el ratón Informational Text Science / Nature of Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- H Early readers learn about a computer mouse, keyboard, monitor, etc.
1 4 9781631135453 Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
Pasos Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Biography / Art -$ 17.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 17.95- M We all aspire to achieve fame, whether it be in the bright lights of Broadway, the magnificence of the Louvre, or on the spectacular stage of the San
Francisco Ballet. Read about the famous lives of Oscar-, Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony-award winning Rita Moreno, the unique artist Fernando Botero, and the
elegant ballerina Evelyn Cisneros.1 4 9781631135484 Alma Flor Ada and F.
Isabel CampoySonrisas Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Biography / Social Studies / Art -$ 17.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 17.95- N Children recognize that they can change the world through innovation and
fairness. In this light, they will appreciate art through the eyes of Pablo Picasso, poetry through the pen of Gabriela Mistral, and justice through the
fortitude of Benito Juárez.1 4 9786070118715 Frank Tashlin El oso que no lo era Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy / Humor -$ 8.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.95- L The bear in this story wakes to discover that his forest is gone. A factory has
been built on top of his cave and, worse yet, the foreman is demanding that he begin working on the assembly line. Frank Tashlin’s comical ink drawings
add to the humor of this outrageous farce.1 4 9781612369068 Kelli L. Hicks Utilizo instrumentos científicos Informational Text Science / Forces / Energy / Motion -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- E Emergent readers explore various scientific tools such as a microscope,
magnifying glass, and ruler.
2 1 9781622632275 Hyug-Gyeon Kim Mi mamá es astronauta: El oficio de explorar el espacio Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- P The story of Mirú’s mother, who becomes an astronaut and travels in a space shuttle. Also describes the parts and functions of a space shuttle.
2 1 9789707703575 Jean-Pierre Verdet El cielo, el aire y el viento Informational Text & Literature
Expository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- O Why is the sky blue? How is lightning formed? And rainbows? And rain and snow? You may not see it, or touch it, but the air we breathe makes all those
things and many more possible. How? A great read for curious minds.2 1 9789707703551 Jean-Pierre Verdet El cielo, el Sol y el día Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- O How old is the Sun? What did humans think about the Sun in ancient times?
How can sunbeams be trapped? Our most important source of life, light, and energy is just a ball of hot gas…! This book is full of information as amazing as
the Sun itself.2 1 9789707703568 Jean-Pierre Verdet El cielo, las estrellas y la noche Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- N Why is there day and night? Why does the Earth rotate on its axis and comes
full circle in 24 hours? Why does the Sun only illuminate one side of the Earth at a time? Fascinating information about space and celestial bodies. It ends
with a guide for observing the stars, biographical information on six preeminent astronomers, and poems by Lope de Vega and Jorge Luis Borges.
2 1 9789707700895 Patrick Geistdoerfer Las ballenas y otros mamíferos marinos Informational Text & Literature
Expository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- L How do whales breathe? How do dolphins communicate to each other? Can whales actually swallow a person? Interesting facts about marine mammals.
At the end, it includes riddles about whales.2 1 9781622632619 Jin-Kyu Park La rotación y la traslación Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- O Compares the lives of two kids living on opposite sides of the Earth to explain
the movements of rotation and revolution and their effect on human life.
2 1 9789707709102 Yeong-Jik Kwok Sólidos, líquidos y gases Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- L Everything in our world is either solid, liquid, or gas. This book explores the characteristics of each of the three states of matter and how matter can
change from one state to another. 2 1 9786070128851 Elin Kelsey Eres polvo de estrellas Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 12.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 12.95- N From the water they drink to the trees they climb, kids are connected to the
natural world in big and surprising ways. With simple, poetic text and exquisite artwork, this book does more than introduce kids to these
connections. It sparks their imagination. It starts conversations, and it delights all ages.
2 1 9781598206005 Dana Meachen Rau La primera caminata lunar Informational Text & Literature
Expository / Soicial Studies / Narrative / Short Stories / Fantasy / Historical Fiction
-$ 10.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 10.95- M In La primera caminata lunar, while visiting Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum, a boy daydreams that he is Neil Armstrong on his famous 1969 Moon mission. Just like Armstrong did, the boy lands on the
Moon and takes one giant leap for mankind.2 1 9781603964197 Amy White / Adaptation
by Lada KratkyNo necesito paraguas Literature Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- G Catalina is on her way to her friend’s house, but she doesn’t want to take an
umbrella. Her mother makes her watch the weather forecast. The forecast tells Catalina what she should do.
2 1 9781631139154 Graciela Montes Había una vez una nube Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy / Rebus -$ 8.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.95- G Narrates the journey of a cloud that arrives on the Earth as enormous drops of water in the middle of a storm and soon returns to the sky on a sunny day.
2 1 9781627173407 Kimberly Hutmacher El cielo nocturno Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- O Students will love learning more about our Earth, Moon, and stars in this title. It gives information on the phases of the Moon, the constellations of stars
that we see in the night sky, comets and meteors, and what exactly happens during a lunar eclipse.
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
2 1 9786070123726 Gianni Rodari El hombrecillo de la lluvia Literature Narrative / Short Stories / Fantasy -$ 9.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.99- G The Rain Man has a very important job: to open and close the faucets on the clouds so that it will rain or stop raining. He jumps softly from cloud to cloud, and he does his job well, although he sometimes falls asleep on the job from
exhaustion. A simple story written with ingenuity by Rodari, one of the most important
children’s authors of the 20th century.
2 1 9781612369013 Conrad J. Storad El día y la noche Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- E Emergent readers learn about the cycle of day and night.
2 2 9789707703612 Marie Saint-Dizier Abejas, hormigas, termitas: insectos que viven en familia Informational Text & Literature
Expository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- L How do bees make wax and honey? Why do termites always hide? How are ants beneficial to human beings? Bees, ants, and termites are some of the
creatures in the animal kingdom that cannot live alone. They need a big family in order to survive! Learn interesting facts about these insects and their
fantastic organizational skills.2 2 9789707707597 Laura Bour Lobo, ¿quién eres? Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- L Covers wolves' characteristics and behavior, with special focus on the causes
and effects of the extermination of wolves during several centuries. At the end, several interesting expressions related to wolves are discussed.
2 2 9789707708778 Yu-Jeong Lee ¿Quién manda en los bosques? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 17.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 17.99- M In the beginning of time, forests were arid lands. Then the wind carried small seeds to these sterile grounds and they began to grow, slowly transforming
these areas into forests filled with a great variety of trees. This book explains how the process happened and teaches us why forests are so important for
life on our planet.2 2 9781603964203 Amy White / Adaptation
by Lada KratkyInsectos Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 6.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 6.99- G This book describes the fascinating world of insects. There is an enormous
variety of insects, and often their names tell what they look like. What could a “walking stick” look like? And what about a “peanut head”?
2 2 9781612369211 Julie K. Lundgren ¿Qué hacen los animales en invierno? Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- L Intermediate readers examine how animals hibernate, use camouflage, and migrate to survive winter conditions.
2 2 9781612369112 Julie K. Lundgren Adaptaciones de las plantas Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- G Early readers examine how plants differ because of the adaptations they make.
2 2 9781612369099 Julie K. Lundgren Adaptaciones de los animales Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- F Early readers investigate various animal adaptations.
2 2 9781612369082 Julie K. Lundgren Hábitats de los animales Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- H Early readers learn about different animal habitats.
2 2 9781612369235 Julie K. Lundgren Semillas, abejas y polen Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- L Intermediate readers discover the different ways plants reproduce.
2 2 9781631139680 Georgina Lázaro León ¡Viva la tortuga! Informational Text & Literature
Literary Nonfiction / Narrative Poems / Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- M The turtle in this story will take us on a journey necessary for the survival of her species. With her, we will cross the ocean until we reach the beach where she will lay her eggs. From her efforts, many new little turtles will grow up and continue the cycle begun by their mother. This beautiful and poetic story will help readers understand the importance of protecting endangered species.
Lázaro is one of Puerto Rico's most important children’s authors.2 2 9781682921470 Andrés Pi Andreu La abeja de más Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy / Satire -$ 11.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.99- L One day, the bees called for a grand assembly in the beehive to discuss why it
was that they were always all squashed together in cramped working conditions. After complex calculations, they realized that there was one bee too many in their beehive! Who was it? How would they identify her? And
what would they do with her? Through entertaining illustrations and humor, this delightful story explores such serious topics as prejudice and tolerance.
2 2 9781560145790 David Kraatz La canción del geco Literature Narrative / Short Stories / Fantasy -$ 8.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.95- N This vividly illustrated story describes a young gecko’s experience in a rain forest after he becomes separated from his mother. During his search for her
he meets an amazing variety of animals and learns much about his forest environment. A brief description of rain forests and the endangered animals
featured in the story is included at the end of the book.2 2 9781612368979 Julie K. Lundgren Corre, nada, vuela Informational Text Science / Life Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- D Emergent readers learn how some living things move in water, in air, and on
land.
2 3 9781612369259 Conrad J. Storad ¡La Tierra está inclinada! Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- M Intermediate readers learn about the relationship between the Earth, Sun, and Moon in greater detail.
2 3 9781627172844 Kimberly Hutmacher Estudiamos la Tierra Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- M In this title students will learn in-depth information about the three layers our Earth is made of. Introduces students to how the tectonic plates, wind, and water are constantly changing our landscape. Gives detailed information on
how scientists think our Earth was formed and has evolved.2 3 9781612369129 Conrad J. Storad La superficie cambiante de la Tierra Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- J Early readers examine how volcanoes, earthquakes, and erosion change the
surface of the Earth.
2 4 9789707707580 Odile Bombarde and Claude Moatti
Cómo vivían los romanos Informational Text & Literature
Expository / History / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- N Introduces life in ancient Rome including their houses and cities, commercial activities, clothing, education, entertainment, and expansion. At the end, a
poem to ancient Rome by Spanish poet Francisco de Quevedo.2 4 9781627173254 Tracy Nelson Maurer Cómo medir la materia Informational Text Science / Physical Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- O Matter is anything that has mass, and this title teaches students about how
temperature affects the different states of matter and why. Talks about the International System Of Units and measuring mass and volume.
2 4 9781612369150 Amy S. Hansen Formas de la materia Informational Text Science / Matter -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- J Early readers investigate what matter is.
2 4 9781612369273 Amy S. Hansen Materia derretida Informational Text Science / Matter -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- N Intermediate readers investigate what happens when objects experience different conditions (i.e.. hot/cold, wet/dry).
2 4 9781627173278 Tracy Nelson Maurer Mézclalo! ¿Disolución o mezcla? Informational Text Science / Physical Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- N Mixtures and solutions exist everywhere and students will learn how some materials mix easily while others won't mix at all. Gives examples students can
use to make a physical mixture and gives detailed information on how different components make up different solutions.
3 1 9781581051841 Alma Flor Ada ¡No quiero derretirme! Literature Narrative / Stories / Fantasy -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- M A snowman that doesn't want to melt appears in a fable about water and cycles of birth, death, and rebirth.
3 1 9781612369136 Conrad J. Storad ¿Cómo está el clima hoy? Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- K Early readers explore different weather conditions and what causes them.
3 1 9781612369266 Amy S. Hansen ¿Hacia dónde se va el agua? Informational Text Science / Matter -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- M Intermediate readers explore concepts of evaporation, condensation, and water as a solid, liquid, or gas.
3 1 9781612369242 Conrad J. Storad Estudiamos el tiempo y el clima Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- M Intermediate readers explore the difference between climate and weather.
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
3 2 9781631138645 Emma Romeu Ahí viene el lobo gris Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Science / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- P Wolves are strong, fierce, and cunning, but they are also playful and affectionate. This book provides information about the behavior of these
wonderful animals and will teach you how wolves became endangered and how people are working to save them. Here you will find pictures and
information about this noble animal and, following that, a story.3 2 9781631138607 Emma Romeu El pájaro mosca Informational Text &
LiteratureNarrative / Stories / Fantasy / Expository / Science /
Social Studies-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- P If you hear a soft hum and suddenly see a tiny bird—so tiny that it would
easily fit inside a chicken’s egg—then you have been lucky enough to see a bee hummingbird, the tiniest bird in the world. In spite of its speed, this
beautiful animal has been captured on these pages, and it also has a story to tell you.
3 2 9781631138614 Emma Romeu Las patas del flamenco Informational Text & Literature
Narrative / Stories / Realistic Fiction / Expository / Science / Social Studies
-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- P Did you know that colonies of flamingos have baby-sitters who take care of the little ones when their parents are away? This is just one of the amazing
facts presented in this book about these endangered creatures.3 2 9781631138638 Emma Romeu Mi amigo el manatí Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Science / Social Studies / Narrative /
Stories / Realistic Fiction-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- P After chewing and munching on many plants, manatees’ teeth wear out very
quickly. But not to worry, new teeth grow as soon as the old ones are no longer useful. This is just one of the wonders of these endangered sea
mammals.3 2 9781631138621 Emma Romeu Un bosque para la mariposa monarca Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Science / Social Studies / Narrative /
Stories / Myths and Legends-$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- P Did you know that the monarch butterflies that return to Canada after their
long annual trip and four-month hibernation in Mexico are the great-granddaughters of the ones that began the journey? Read this book to learn
more about these incredible creatures.3 2 9789707709119 Yeon-Ju Yang Historia de una semilla Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Social Studies / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- P The moment a seed fell into the hands of a human being, the history of
mankind changed forever. In this book you will find out exactly what happened.
3 2 9789705802881 Bo-Hyun So Mi investigación Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- P "Today my dad gave me a map of the world! It made me very curious. Which animals live at the ends of the Earth? I decided to start my own research
project, thinking that one day I will travel..."3 2 9786070129896 Cynthia Pratt Nicolson Totalmente humano Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 15.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 15.95- Q This book reveals the fascinating science behind our bodies and behaviors and
how they link us to our ancient ancestors. What makes us human is cause for surprise. We retain some of the appearances and behaviors of our very
ancient ancestors, including early mammals, amphibians, and fish. A child- sized take on the scientific fields of evolutionary biology and psychology.
3 2 9789707703582 Pierre Pfeffer Grande, fuerte y sabio: el elefante Informational Text & Literature
Expository / Science / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- K What are canine teeth used for? Animals not only use them to attack, they are also useful to unearth the roots of trees, to dig in moist earth and find water. Includes fascinating scientific and cultural information, as well as interesting
reading on reality and myths. It ends with poems by Mexican poet Neftalí Coria dedicated to the elephant.
3 2 9781594374494 Claire Llewellyn Así nace… un árbol Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- N Watch the pages grow as you discover the amazing life cycle of an apple tree, as the tiny seeds grows into a sapling and then branches out into a huge, fully-grown tree. As the seasons change, al sorts of creatures come and go, as the leaves grow, the beautiful blossoms appear, and shiny, red apples develop.
The book has a unique format, with pages “growing” along with the plant, and features a Glossary/Index and graphics summarizing the life cycle of the apple
tree.3 2 9781594374487 Claire Llewellyn Así nace… un pato Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- N This book traces the life cycle of the mallard duck from egg to adult. The
female protects her eggs from land, water, and flying predators and then teaches her ducklings how to survive. As the mallard’s life cycle is described, we learn about its habitat, adaptations, and migratory habits. The book has a unique format, with pages “growing” along with the ducklings, and features a
Glossary/Index and graphics summarizing the life cycle of the duck.3 2 9781594377884 Claire Llewellyn Así nace… una mariposa Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- N This book traces the life cycle of the monarch butterfly from egg to adult.
After the adult butterfly emerges from the chrysalis, it sips nectar from flowers. When fall arrives, the monarch migrates to warmer climates,
hibernates, and the cycle begins again. The book has a unique format, with pages “growing” along with the caterpillars and butterflies, and features a
Glossary/Index and graphics summarizing the life cycle of this amazing being.3 2 9781594377891 Claire Llewellyn Así nace…una rana Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 14.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 14.95- O This book traces the life cycle of a frog from tiny egg to lively tadpole and then
out onto the land as a full-grown, croacking frog. The book has a unique format, with pages “growing” along with the tadpoles and frogs, and features
a Glossary/Index and graphics summarizing the life cycle of this amphibian.3 2 9789707708754 Hae-Sook Um ¿Los animales se comunican? Informational Text Literary Nonfiction / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- O Every animal has a special way of speaking. Animals show their thoughts and
feelings when they look for a partner, take care of their babies, sense danger or find food—ust like we do.
3 2 9780882721354 Mi-Gyeong Kim El viaje del polen: La reproducción de las plantas Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- M Explains different ways that flowers are pollinated so they can produce new plants.
3 2 9789707709126 Hyeon-Suk Kim Las mejores amigas del sol Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 16.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.99- L Plants inhabited the Earth long before any other living thing. They dominate the planet because they are a source of life. People and animals depend on
them to live. Do you know why?3 3 9788499070056 Marisa do Brito Barrote El abecé visual de los dinosaurios y otros animales prehistóricos Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 16.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 16.95- V An entertaining twenty-title series that helps young readers master the basics
of a variety of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects. Simple and short, yet rigorous, informational texts and lively illustrations and
diagrams engage even the most reluctant readers.3 3 9789707700949 Odile Limousin La historia de la hoja de papel Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / History / Science / How-To / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- P When did paper reach Mexico? Before the arrival of the Spaniards, the Maya
and Aztec Civilizations used a type of paper they called "huun" and another one they called "amatl." Fascinating information about the history, making,
characteristics, and uses of papers, as well as the history of the book. Includes a how-to-do article with instructions on making papier-mâché, and a poem by
Spanish poet Rafael Alberti.3 3 9786070129643 Elin Kelsey Este no es el típico libro sobre el medio ambiente Informational Text Expository / Science -$ 19.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 19.95- U We live in a time of heightened environmental awareness, and this knowledge
is creating a generation of children with feelings of eco-anxiety—the world is doomed, isn't it? Maybe not. This book allays kids’ fears by showing how all is
not lost. Young readers learn smart technologies, innovative ideas, and a growing commitment to alternative lifestyles are exploding around the world.
3 3 9781618104694 Susan Koehler El clima Informational Text Expository / Science / Earth & Space -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- R Discusses weather and how water affects it, talks about seasons, climate, temperature, storms and weather forecasting
3 3 9781627172837 Tom Greve Los fósiles, hallazgos del pasado Informational Text Expository / Science / Life Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- T Examine how the fossils document the appearance, diversification, and extinction of many life forms.
3 3 9781618104731 Jeanne Sturm Nuestra huella en la Tierra Informational Text Expository / Science / History & Nature of Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- U Learn about the impact that humans have on the Earth, its environment, and how to reduce the damage.
3 3 9781627172783 Courtney Farrell Plantas fuera de lugar Informational Text Expository / Science / Physical Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- S Learn about the destructive effect non-native plants can have on an environment.
3 3 9781627173285 Julie K. Lundgren Cómo los humanos dependen de la Tierra Informational Text Science / Earth & Space -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- S The importance of plants and our dependence on them not only for food but also for our clean air and water are discussed in this title. How crops and plants have been genetically modified to resist disease and insects. The
impact humans have on our Earth and what we can do to reduce the use of our nonrenewable resources are discussed.
Racine Grade Racine Unit EAN Author Book Title Literature / Informational Texts
Text Type Detail List Price quantity subtotal Guided Reading Level Description (English)
3 3 9781627173117 Kimberly Hutmacher Los fosiles y las rocas Informational Text Science / Physical Science -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- T This ever-popular subject is explained in detail in this wonderful book. Includes information on how the Earth is made from rock, the three different types of rock and how they are made and where they can be found. Discusses how fossils are formed from sediment and what role that plays in helping us
learn about life long ago. Also discusses how these fossilized plants and animals became the fossil fuels that are so important to our present and
future life on Earth.3 3 9789942193643 Edna Iturralde Un día más y otras historias: Cuentos sobre animales en peligro de
extinciónInformational Text &
LiteratureExpository / Narrative / Stories / Fantasy / Allegory -$ 15.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 15.95- R A giant armadillo, a green turtle, a condor, and an anaconda are just some of
the fascinating endangered South American animals starring in these clever and ingenious stories. Their goal is to create awareness among young readers
of the crucial need to protect nature.3 3 9789707700901 Corinne Courtalon A orillas del Nilo en tiempos de los faraones Informational Text &
LiteratureExpository / History / Poetry -$ 8.99- -$ 1.00- -$ 8.99- M Introduces the geography, way of life, beliefs, and contributions of ancient
Egypt, including irrigation systems and the building of the pyramids.
3 3 9786070128646 Edna Iturralde Verde fue mi selva Literature Narrative / Myths & Legends -$ 9.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 9.95- R In this book, best-selling Ecuadorian author Edna Iturralde writes twelve stories that portray the life of the people in the eastern part of Ecuador, the green pastures to the right of the great mountains. It is called the East for its
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given throughout to help students understand the concepts.4 2 9781627172813 Amanda Doering
TourvilleAnimales invasores Informational Text Expository / Science / Life Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- T Learn about the destructive effect non-native animals have on native plants
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Exploremos el sistema solar Informational Text Expository / Science / Physical Science -$ 11.95- -$ 1.00- -$ 11.95- T Learn about how physics, math, and science work together to help us understand our solar system and beyond.
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RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Chief Academic Office
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
AGENDA ITEM: Instrumental and Choral Music Curriculum Resources Purchase
PRESENTING: Christopher Thompson, Ed.D., Executive Director of Curriculum and
Instruction
DESCRIPTION: Adoption of the following instrumental music lesson books and choral
music methods practice books:
Essential Elements
The Articulate Jazz Musician
Traditions of Excellence
String Techniques for Superior Performance
Teaching Music through Performance Band
Teaching Music Middle School Choir
Teaching Music Orchestra
Teaching Music Choir
Teaching Music through Performance Jazz
Rationale:
The K-12 Music Curriculum and Program Review Committee
recommends the adoption of these lesson and rehearsal books as
consumable (workbook) instructional resources and accompanying
teacher resource CDs for rehearsal use. These instrumental music
lesson books and choral music rehearsal books are aligned to Racine’s
newly written K-12 Music curriculum and are aligned to the National
Core Arts Standards and/or Wisconsin Model Academic Standards for
Music.
Evidence of Success:
These lesson/practice books utilize both traditional and newer
rehearsal repertoire that builds student performance skills. All books
are already utilized in and recommended by our peer Southeastern
Wisconsin school districts.
FISCAL NOTE: Through the Resource Adoption Process (RAP), the RUSD Purchasing
Department negotiated a three-year agreement for these resources with
a guaranteed annual cost valid until July 1, 2020.
The District has split the awarded order between three vendors
(Schmitt Music of Racine, WI; Cascio Interstate Music of New Berlin,
WI; and White House of Music of Waukesha, WI) to reflect the lowest
cost per item, except when Schmitt Music’s quote was close in single
item cost to another vendor’s bid. This decision was made to conduct
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
and promote business with a Racine community vendor. 2017-18
school year recommended expenditure for music practice/rehearsal
books:
Schmitt Music, Racine, WI - $7,901.24
Cascio Interstate Music, New Berlin, WI - $15,364.00
White Hose of Music, Waukesha, WI - $10,020.87
RECOMMENDATION: To adopt and purchase the Instrumental Music Lesson Book and
Choral Music Methods Practice Books series in the amount of
$$33,286.11 for the 2017-18 school year. This adoption and vendor
agreement will be in place for three school years through 2020.
ACTION TAKEN:
RAP # 18-142 Music Teaching Materials
Schmitt Music Cascio Interstate White House of Music
Item # Qty ISBN# Title
Vendor
Item # Unit Cost Total
Shipping
Charges
Vendor Item
# Unit Cost Total
Shipping
Charges
Vendor
Item # Unit Cost Total
Shipping
Charges
1 160 9780634003110
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS FLUTE
BK 1 00862566 $8.99 $1,438.40 QIU172524 $5.78 $924.80 00862566 $7.50 $1,200.00 $16.15
2 80 9780634003127
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OBOE
BK 1 0086257 $9.89 $791.20 QIU137882 $6.38 $510.40 00862567 $8.25 $660.00 $16.15
3 240 9780634003141
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
CLARINET BK 1 00862569 $8.99 $2,157.60 QIU137881 $5.78 $1,387.20 00862596 $7.50 $1,800.00 $16.15
4 80 9780634003172
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS ALTO
SAX BK1 00862572 $8.99 $719.20 QIU172476 $5.78 $462.40 00862572 $7.50 $600.00 $16.15
5 80 9780634003219
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS FRENCH
HORN BK1 00862576 $9.89 $791.20 QIU172523 $6.38 $510.40 00862576 $8.25 $660.00 $16.15
6 200 9780634003202
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
TRUMPET BK 1 00862575 $8.99 $1,798.00 QIU137887 $5.78 $1,156.00 00862575 $7.50 $1,500.00 $16.15
7 160 9780634003226
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
TROMBONE BK1 00862577 $8.99 $1,438.40 QIU172527 $5.78 $924.80 00862577 $7.50 $1,200.00 $16.15
8 80 9780634003233
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
BARITONE BK1 00862578 $8.99 $719.20 QIU137875 $5.78 $462.40 00862578 $7.50 $600.00 $16.15
9 120 9780634003271
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
PERCUSSION BK 1 00862582 $15.29 $1,834.80 QIU172525 $9.98 $1,197.60 00862582 $12.75 $1,530.00 $16.15
10 20 9780634003103
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS TEACHER
EDITION BK 1 00862565 $44.99 $899.80 QIU172528 $29.98 $599.60 00862565 $34.50 $690.00 $16.15
11 640 9780634038174
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS VIOLIN
BK 1 00868049 $8.99 $5,753.60 QIU201562 $5.78 $3,699.20 00868049 $7.50 $4,800.00 $16.15
RAP # 18-142 Music Teaching Materials
12 240 9780634038181
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS VIOLA
BK 1 00868050 $8.99 $2,157.60 QIU201563 $5.78 $1,387.20 00868050 $7.50 $1,800.00 $16.15
13 240 9780634038198
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS CELLO
BK 1 00868051 $8.99 $2,157.60 QIU201564 $5.78 $1,387.20 00868051 $7.50 $1,800.00 $16.15
14 40 9780634038204
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS S. BASS
BK 1 00868052 $8.99 $359.60 QIU201565 $5.78 $231.20 00868052 $7.50 $300.00 $16.15
15 20 9780634038167
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
TEACHER EDITION 0086048 $40.49 $809.80 QIU201569 $26.18 $523.60 00868048 $33.75 $675.00 $16.15
16 20 9780739094464
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN C INST. 00-40588 $13.49 $269.80 40588 $11.25 $225.00 $10.15
17 80 9780739094471
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN B-FLAT 00-40591 $13.49 $1,079.20 40591 $11.25 $900.00 $10.15
18 50 9780739094488
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN E FLAT. 00-40591 $13.49 $674.50 40594 $11.25 $562.50 $10.15
19 30 9780739094495
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN BASS CLEF 00-40597 $13.49 $404.70 40597 $11.25 $337.50 $10.15
20 10 9780739094501
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN PIANO 00-40600 $15.29 $152.90 40600 $12.75 $127.50 $10.15
21 10 9780739094518
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN GUITAR 00-40603 $15.29 $152.90 40603 $12.75 $127.50 $10.15
22 10 9780739094525
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN BASS 00-40606 $15.29 $152.90 40606 $12.75 $127.50 $10.15
23 15 9780739094532
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN DRUMS 00-40609 $15.29 $229.35 40609 $12.75 $191.25 $10.15
24 5 9780739094549
THE ARTICULATE JAZZ
MUSICIAN TEACHER EDITION 00-40612 $15.29 $76.45 40612 $12.75 $63.75 $10.15
25 24 9780849771897
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
BARITONE W64BC $6.29 $150.96 QIU307929 $6.88 $165.12 W61BC $8.21 $197.04 $7.80
26 16 9780849771804
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
BASSOON W64BN $6.29 $100.64 QIU307917 $6.88 $110.08 W61BN $8.21 $131.36 $7.80
27 16 9780849771408
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
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28 80 9780849771774
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
Bb CLARINET W64CL $6.29 $503.20 QIU307918 $6.88 $550.40 W61CL $8.21 $656.80 $7.80
29 16 9780849771798
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
BASS CLARINET W64CLB $6.29 $100.64 QIU307920 $6.88 $110.08 W61CLB $8.21 $131.36 $7.80
30 6 9780849771965
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
CONDUCTOR W64F $44.99 $269.94 QIU307942 $44.28 $265.68 W61FCP $63.71 $382.26 $7.80
31 64 9780849771750
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
FLUTE W64FL $6.29 $402.56 QIU307915 $6.88 $440.32 W61FL $5.21 $333.44 $7.80
RAP # 18-142 Music Teaching Materials
32 16 9780849771873
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
FRENCH HORN W64HF $6.29 $100.64 QIU307925 $7.28 $116.48 W61HF $8.62 $137.92 $7.80
33 32 9780849771767
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
OBOE W640B $6.29 $201.28 QIU307916 $6.88 $220.16 W61OB $8.21 $262.72 $6.50
34 48 9780849771958
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
PERCUSSION W64PR $8.99 $431.52 QIU307934 $8.48 $407.04 W61PR $10.13 $486.24 $6.50
35 48 9780849771873
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
TROMBONE "W64TB $6.29 $301.92 QIU307927 $6.88 $330.24 W61TB $8.21 $394.08 $6.50
36 64 9780849771842
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
Bb TRUMPET W64TP $6.29 $402.56 QIU307924 $6.88 $440.32 W61TP $8.21 $525.44 $6.50
37 32 9780849771828
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE
TENOR SAX "W64XB $6.29 $201.28 QIU307922 $6.88 $220.16 W61XB $8.21 $262.72 $6.50
38 48 9780849771811
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE Eb
ALTO SAX W64XE $6.29 $301.92 QIU307921 $6.88 $330.24 W61XE $8.21 $394.08 $6.50
39 16 9780849771835
TRADITIONS OF EXCELLENCE Eb
BARI SAX W64XR $6.29 $100.64 QIU307923 $6.88 $110.08 W61XR $8.21 $131.36 $6.50
40 32 9780849734731
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
CELLO 114CO $6.25 $200.00 QIU269895 $5.28 $168.96 114CO $5.21 $166.72 $6.50
41 8 9780849734762
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
PIANO 114PA $6.25 $50.00 QIU443280 $5.28 $42.24 114PA $5.21 $41.68 $6.50
42 16 9780849734748
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE S.
BASS 114SB $6.25 $100.00 QIU269896 $5.28 $84.48 114SB $5.21 $83.36 $6.50
43 32 9780849734724
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR A
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
VIOLA 114VA $6.25 $200.00 QIU269894 $5.28 $168.96 114VA $5.21 $166.72 $6.50
44 96 9780849734717
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR A
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
VIOLIN 114VN $6.25 $600.00 QIU269892 $5.28 $506.88 114VN $5.21 $500.16 $6.50
45 8 0849734754
STRING TECHNIQUES FOR A
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
SCORE 114F $19.75 $158.00 QIU269893 $13.88 $111.04 114F $16.46 $131.68 $6.50
46 8 9781579991074
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. BAND
VOL. 1 Not Available $31,997.04 $20,373.04 G-5337 $29.63 $237.04 $3.81
RAP # 18-142 Music Teaching Materials
47 8 785147048527
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. BAND VOL.
1 CD SET CD-485 $29.63 $237.04 $3.81
48 8 9781579997120
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. BAND VOL.
2 G-7264 $31.13 $249.04 $3.81
49 8 785147075028
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. BAND VOL.
2 CD SET CD-750 $29.63 $237.04 $3.81
50 8 9781622771769
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. JAZZ G-9022 $33.71 $269.68 $3.81
51 8 785147000020
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BEG. JAZZ CD CD-1000 $19.46 $155.68 $3.81
52 4 9781579997885
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BAND VOL. 1
REVISED G-4484 $40.13 $160.52 $3.81
53 4 9781579990282
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BAND VOL. 2 G-4889 $33.38 $133.52 $3.81
54 4 9781579990923
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE. BAND VOL. 3 G-5333 $40.88 $163.52 $3.81
55 4 9781579992026
TEACHING MUSIC THROUGH
PERFORMANCE BAND VOL. 4 G-6022 $44.63 $178.52 $3.81
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RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Chief Academic Office
Office of Professional Learning
AGENDA ITEM: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices Contract Renewal
PRESENTING: Lorie Ann Karls, Director of Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION: Continuing Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Practices after the
initial 2016-17 school year implementation with Dr. Sharroky Hollie.
All schools will participate in Culturally & Linguistically Responsive
Practices professional learning within the next five years. These
sessions will provide personal and professional growth for staff as
well as students. Each year, staff members of designated schools will
attend a Foundation Session facilitated by Dr. Hollie. Once
established, staff will have opportunities to receive intensive coaching
sessions in the classroom that will provide observation, modeling and
timely feedback.
Program began 2016-17 with the following schools: Dr. Jones,
Goodland, Fratt, Mitchell (lower), and SC Johnson.
Program will expand 2017-18 with the following schools:
Giese, Janes, Jerstad-Agerholm (lower), Knapp, and Schulte.
Rationale:
RUSD, a data driven entity, is disproportionate in office discipline
referrals, out-of-school suspensions, and referring students to special
education for the subgroups of African American, Hispanic and male
students. All students deserve a learning environment that is
academically, emotionally, linguistically, physically, and socially safe.
To ensure this safety and promote the growth of all students,
specifically focusing on African American, Hispanic and male,
through a whole child approach, RUSD will address the inequities
occurring within its own system and employ strategies to amend and
change current practices.
Education expands our understanding of ourselves, the worlds in
which we live, and the possibilities of what we can become. Students
have a right to high-quality learning opportunities in which their
culture, language and experiences are valued and used to guide their
learning. Culturally & Linguistically Responsive (CLR) teaching
provides an approach for establishing equitable practices across the
school system and meeting the needs, culturally and linguistically, of
its students.
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Evidence of Success:
The five schools who participated in Culturally & Responsive
Practices each have their own progress of success.
Dr. Jones, who participated in the Foundation Session and engaged in
coaching with Dr. Hollie and his team have seen the following
decreases in their Office Discipline Referrals (ODRs): Hispanic (7%),
African American (9%), White (3%), Non-Special Ed (8%), Special
Ed (1%), Male (7%), Female (7%), Non-ELL (9%), and ELL (4%).
The overall number of ODRs decreased by 402: 2015-16 (646) and
2016-17 (244). Dr. Jones decreased in Out of School Suspensions
(OSSs) in the following categories: Hispanics (1%), African American
(8%), female (5%), non-ELL (2%), and ELL (2%). Dr. Jones also
participated in Circles of Support while implementing feedback from
Dr. Hollie’s team.
Goodland, who participated in the Foundation Session and engaged in
a binder study with Dr. Hollie and his team have seen the following
decreases in their ODRs: Hispanic (3%), African American (7%),
White (2%), Non-Special Ed (3%), Special Ed (8%), Male (9%),
Female (2%), Non-ELL (4%), and ELL (4%). The overall number of
ODRs decreased by 144: 2015-16 (642) and 2016-17 (498). Goodland
decreased in OSSs in the following categories: Hispanic (7%), African
American (1%), White (2%), Male (2%), Female (1%), Non-ELL
(2%), and ELL (9%).
Fratt, Mitchell K-5, and SC Johnson participated in the Foundation
Session. All schools have seen decreases in their ODRs and OSSs.
Fratt’s decreases included the following for ODRs: Hispanics (4%),
Male (4%), and ELL (10%); and the following for OSSs: Hispanic
(2%), African American (1%), Male (5%), Non-ELL (1%), and ELL
(2%). Mitchell’s K-5 decreases included the following for ODRs:
Hispanic (4%), Special Ed (15%), Male (1%), Female (6%), and ELL
(5%); and the following for OSSs: Females (2%). SC Johnson’s
decreases included 1% for White in ODRs and 1% for White in OSSs.
Connecting the Foundation Session with classroom coaching has
proven to show impactful results. Aligning these practices with Circles
of Support influences an even greater outcome.
FISCAL NOTE: Five continuation schools
Coaching I - $10,000
Coaching II (First Round) - $12,500
Coaching II (Second Round) - $12,500
Five new schools
Foundation Session - $7,500
Coaching I - $10,000
Coaching II (First Round) - $12,500
Jumpstart Workshop - $2,500
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Total is $67,500.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the contract renewal and purchase services for Dr. Hollie
and his team to continue the Culturally & Linguistically Responsive
Practices work totaling $67,500 for the 2017-18 school year.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Budget and Finance
AGENDA ITEM: Amendment of Previously Approved Debt Service Energy Efficiency
Levy (Trane)
PRESENTING: Marc Duff, Chief Financial Officer
DESCRIPTION: On September 26, 2016, the Board of Education approved resolutions
authorizing an energy efficiency tax levy for all associated debt used
to fund energy efficiency projects completed by Johnson Controls Inc.
and Trane U.S. Inc. through performance contracts in 2013 and 2014.
State law provides school districts with the authority to approve a tax
levy over and above state revenue limits to fund the energy efficiency
projects completed by companies utilizing a performance contract.
Four bond issues were used to fund the school improvement projects.
Following approval of the energy efficiency levy resolutions, the debt
payments related to one of the bonds, the General Obligation QECB
Bond of $2,020,000, was structured using a sinking fund. Rather than
make a large principal payment for the debt in 2026-27, the sinking
fund principal payments are scheduled annually amounting to between
$180,000 and $185,000. In order to fund the scheduled deb payment
of this bond, an amendment to energy efficiency levy is warranted.
FISCAL NOTE: The motion will increase the energy efficiency tax levy by
approximately $180,000 to $185,000 annually, some of which will be
reduced by energy savings from the projects. This levy will also be
reduced by interest rate subsidies received from the federal
government. By funding this debt payment through this energy
efficiency levy amendment, District revenues improve by that same
amount over the next nine years.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution with the amended energy efficiency tax levy
for the debt costs associated with Trane U.S. Inc. for the 2017-18
through 2027-28 school years.
Note: Stricken amounts are amended by underlined amounts.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS EXERCISING ITS
TAXING AUTHORITY UNDER S. 121.91 (4)(o), WIS. STATS., ON
OR BEFORE OCTOBER 1ST, TO EXCEED THE REVENUE LIMIT
ON A NON-RECURRING BASIS BY AN AMOUNT THE
DISTRICT WILL SPEND ON PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST
PAYMENTS ON REMAINING DEBT FOR THE NEXT 12 YEARS
OF DEBT PAYMENTS FOR THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:
$10,000,000 G.O. REFUNDING BOND ISSUED JANUARY 3,
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
2013, $21,735,000 G.O. PROMISSORY NOTE ISSUED AUGUST 1,
2012, $2,020,000 G.O. QECB BOND ISSUED JUNE 10, 2013, AND
$8,980,000 G.O. REFUNDING BOND ISSUED MARCH 16, 2015.
THE DEBT WAS ISSUED FOR NEW ENERGY EFFICIENCY
MEASURES.
THE PROJECT IS FINANCED WITH NOTES AND BONDS FOR
TERMS OF 10 AND 15 YEARS. THE AMOUNT TO BE
EXPENDED ON DEBT FOR PROJECTS COMPLETED BY
TRANE U.S. INCORPORATED:
2016-17 $1,587,288.10
2017-18 $1,571,308.21 $1,674,666.56
2018-19 $1,577,649.07 $1,681,634.54
2019-20 $2,405,746.87 $2,518,860.40
2020-21 $2,408,394.70 $2,515,608.68
2021-22 $2,391,137.34 $2,498,606.81
2022-23 $2,367,919.46 $2,481,093.96
2023-24 $1,891,422.96 $1,999,252.43
2024-25 $941,658.44 $1,038,019.78
2025-26 $933,537.95 $1,035,755.18
2026-27 $1,855,331.85 $1,035,290.65
2027-28 $910,105.11 $ 921,340.97
ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2012, THE BOARD ENTERED INTO A 20
YEAR PERFORMANCE CONTRACT UNDER S. 66.0133, STATS.,
WITH TRANE U.S. INCORPORATED FOR PROJECTS TO
IMPLEMENT ENERGY EFFICIENCY MEASURES.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS FOR THE PROJECT WERE
IDENTIFIED AND REPORTED IN OCTOBER 2013.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OF THE PROJECTS ARE
REPORTED ANNUALLY AND USED TO DETERMINE THE
AMOUNT OF ENERGY OR UTILITY COST SAVINGS, AS A
RESULT OF THE PROJECT, THAT SHALL BE APPLIED TO
RETIRE THE DEBT.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Budget and Finance
AGENDA ITEM: Amendment of Previously Approved Debt Service Energy Efficiency
Levy (Johnson Controls Inc.)
PRESENTING: Marc Duff, Chief Financial Officer
DESCRIPTION: On September 26, 2016, the Board of Education approved resolutions
authorizing an energy efficiency tax levy for all associated debt used
to fund energy efficiency projects completed by Johnson Controls Inc.
and Trane U.S. Inc. through performance contracts in 2013 and 2014.
State law provides school districts with the authority to approve a tax
levy over and above state revenue limits to fund the energy efficiency
projects completed by companies utilizing a performance contract.
Four bond issues were used to fund the school improvement projects.
Following approval of the energy efficiency levy resolutions, the debt
payments related to one of the bonds, the General Obligation QECB
Bond of $2,020,000, was structured using a sinking fund. Rather than
make a large principal payment for the debt in 2026-27, the sinking
fund principal payments are scheduled annually amounting to between
$180,000 and $185,000. In order to fund the scheduled deb payment
of this bond, an amendment to energy efficiency levy is warranted.
FISCAL NOTE: The motion will increase the energy efficiency tax levy by
approximately $180,000 to $185,000 annually, some of which will be
reduced by energy savings from the projects. This levy will also be
reduced by interest rate subsidies received from the federal
government. By funding this debt payment through this energy
efficiency levy amendment, District revenues improve by that same
amount over the next nine years.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution with the amended energy efficiency tax levy
for the debt costs associated with Johnson Controls Inc. for the 2017-
18 through 2027-28 school years.
Note: Stricken amounts are amended by underlined amounts.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS EXERCISING ITS
TAXING AUTHORITY UNDER S. 121.91 (4)(o), WIS. STATS., ON
OR BEFORE OCTOBER 1ST, TO EXCEED THE REVENUE LIMIT
ON A NON-RECURRING BASIS BY AN AMOUNT THE
DISTRICT WILL SPEND ON PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST
PAYMENTS ON REMAINING DEBT FOR THE NEXT 12 YEARS
OF DEBT PAYMENTS FOR THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:
$10,000,000 G.O. REFUNDING BOND ISSUED JANUARY 3,
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
2013, $21,735,000 G.O. PROMISSORY NOTE ISSUED AUGUST 1,
2012, $2,020,000 G.O. QECB BOND ISSUED JUNE 10, 2013, AND
$8,980,000 G.O. REFUNDING BOND ISSUED MARCH 16, 2015.
THE DEBT WAS ISSUED FOR NEW ENERGY EFFICIENCY
MEASURES.
THE PROJECT IS FINANCED WITH NOTES AND BONDS FOR
A TERMS OF 10 AND 15 YEARS. THE AMOUNT TO BE
EXPENDED ON DEBT FOR PROJECTS COMPLETED BY
JOHNSON CONTROLS INCORPORATED:
2016-17 $1,829,674.40
2017-18 $1,811,254.29 $1,930,395.94
2018-19 $1,818,563.43 $1,938,427.96
2019-20 $2,773,115.63 $2,903,502.10
2020-21 $2,776,167.80 $2,899,753.82
2021-22 $2,756,275.16 $2,880,155.69
2022-23 $2,729,511.79 $2,859,968.54
2023-24 $2,180,252.04 $2,304,547.57
2024-25 $1,085,454.06 $1,196,530.22
2025-26 $1,076,093.55 $1,193,919.82
2026-27 $2,138,649.65 $1,193,384.35
2027-28 $1,049,082.39 $1,062,034.03
ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2012, THE BOARD ENTERED INTO A 20
YEAR PERFORMANCE CONTRACT UNDER S. 66.0133, STATS.,
WITH JOHNSON CONTROLS INCORPORATED FOR PROJECTS
TO IMPLEMENT ENERGY EFFICIENCY MEASURES.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS FOR THE PROJECT WERE
IDENTIFIED AND REPORTED IN OCTOBER 2013.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OF THE PROJECTS ARE
REPORTED ANNUALLY AND USED TO DETERMINE THE
AMOUNT OF ENERGY OR UTILITY COST SAVINGS, AS A
RESULT OF THE PROJECT, THAT SHALL BE APPLIED TO
RETIRE THE DEBT.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Operations
AGENDA ITEM: Middle School My School. My Choice. Plan Boundaries Approval
PRESENTING: David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer
DESCRIPTION: Beginning in September of 2018, Gilmore Middle School will become
a Fine Arts K-8 school and Starbuck Middle School will become an IB
middle school. Both of these schools will be choice schools with
District-wide boundaries.
Jerstad-Agerholm (J-A) and Mitchell Middle Schools will expand
their boundaries. J-A will absorb the current Gilmore Middle School
boundary. Mitchell will absorb the current Starbuck Middle School
boundary.
Beginning in September 2018, McKinley Middle School will become
home for the Walden III 6-12 program. The McKinley Middle School
boundary will be divided between J-A and Mitchell.
These boundaries were discussed and reviewed by the Boundary,
Facilities, Lottery and Transportation Committee of the My School.
My Choice. initiative. The Committee consists of ASC staff, teachers
and parents. The attached map is the Committee’s recommendation to
the Board.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be transportation changes with the new boundaries, which
may affect costs. However, we anticipate this will be minimal. Once
the boundaries are set, the Committee will work on the lottery and
transportation issues. Any items requiring Board approval will be
brought to the Board.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the changes to the Middle School boundaries.
ACTION TAKEN:
ELISA
3 MILE
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Operations
AGENDA ITEM: Middle School My School. My Choice. Plan Architect Selection
PRESENTING: David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer
DESCRIPTION: To provide the Board with professional services associated with
planning, design development, and construction support for proposed
construction of the My School. My Choice. K-8 School Facility with a
Fine Arts focus at the current Gilmore Middle School.
An RFP was issued in July of 2016 with five responses. A selection
committee was made and presented at a recommendation at the
August 15, 2016 Board of Education meeting for District-wide
services. Zimmerman Architectural Studios was one of the selected
architecture consultants selected.
The scope of the professional services provides the following: a K-8
School Facility with a Fine Arts focus at the current Gilmore Middle
School.
Opening date is planned to be September 1, 2018.
The professional services include: architectural and interior design,
structural engineering, survey/civil engineering, plumbing
engineering, HVAC engineering, and electrical engineering.
FISCAL NOTE: The total fee for the services is not to exceed 5% of actual construction
costs and is projected at a cost not to exceed $175,000.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the agreement with Zimmerman Architectural Studios for the
professional architect service for the K-8 School Facilities with a Fine
Arts focus at the current Gilmore Middle School.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Operations
AGENDA ITEM: Middle School My School. My Choice. Plan Construction Manager
Selection
PRESENTING: David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer
DESCRIPTION: To provide the Board with services associated with planning, design
development, and construction for proposed construction of the My
School. My Choice. K-8 School Facility with a Fine Arts focus at the
current Gilmore Middle School.
An RFP was issued in July 2016 and there were five responses. A
selection committee was created and presented a recommendation for
Construction Management Services at the September 26, 2016 Board
of Education meeting. Riley Construction was selected based on
recommendations.
The scope of the services provides the following: a K-8 grade school
facility to be constructed within the existing Gilmore Middle School
facility.
Opening date is planned to be September 1, 2018.
The services include: coordination with consultants (architectural and
engineering), design support, constructability/feasibility, estimating,
bidding, and construction.
FISCAL NOTE: The total fee for the services is not to exceed 5% of potential
construction costs and is projected at a cost not to exceed $175,000.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the agreement with Riley Construction for the construction
manager services for the K-8 School Facilities with a Fine Arts focus
at the current Gilmore Middle School.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Operations
AGENDA ITEM: Case High School Track Reconstruction and Repair at Hammes Field
– Modification in Scope of Work
PRESENTING: David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer
DESCRIPTION: When the track material was removed in preparation for the new track
surface, it was determined that the remaining base materials were
unsuitable for installation of the new track surface. This has
necessitated the removal of any unsuitable materials and installation of
a new base asphalt surface.
The contractor, Johnson and Sons, submitted a change order request
for an additional $146,570 to complete this work. The Board
previously approved the amount of $404,578 on April 24th, 2017.
The new contract amount would be $551,148 upon approval of this
change request.
FISCAL NOTE:
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the increase in contract value to Johnson and Sons for the
paving and renovation of the track surface at Hammes Field at Case
High School by $146,570 for the previously approved amount of
$404,578 and added costs brings the contract value to $ 551,148.
ACTION TAKEN:
Johnson & Sons Paving, LLC
20275 W Good Hope Rd
Lannon, WI 53046
Phone: 262-251-5585 Fax: 262-251-3477
Web: www.johnsonandsonspaving.com
Proposal
Billing Information Site Address
Racine Unified School District
c/o W. Ryan Wilke
IRS, Inc.
13000 W. Silverspring Dr.
Butler, WI 53007
J.I Case High School
7345 Washington Ave
Racine, WI 53406
Proposal
#:
GK733B
Date: June 22, 2017
Paving Proposal:
This proposal is based on 50,000 square feet of asphalt paving.
All necessary engineering, staking, and layout is included in this proposal.
Saw cut or mill the perimeter of pavement to be removed.
Construct butt joints at pavement edges, walks and concrete match points for a smooth transition.
Pulverize the existing asphalt pavement and stone to a depth of +/- 12” with 5% cement stabilization, including computerized
spreading, mixing, water injection, and water delivery.
Fine grade, water and compact the pulverized base.
Construct a 2” compacted hot mix asphalt binder course in one lift.
Provide a pump to clean out all the existing storm inlets in the infield of the track.
*Work is to be completed in a timely manner so that we are still on schedule to open the track.
*Units Prices for informational purposes only: Engineering/Staking: $5,000.00, Stabilize/Grade/Compact: $80,000.00
($1.60/SF), Pave: $82,570.00 ($129.00/Ton)
Price: $167,570.00
Notes: If it is necessary add $16,036.00 profile mill the stabilized base as necessary to adjust the final grades to achieve a
1% cross slope. Add $18,000.00 to mill and repave the entrance road.
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RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Operations
AGENDA ITEM: Naming of 2333 Northwestern Avenue Building/Campus
PRESENTING: David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer
DESCRIPTION: The District purchased 2333 Northwestern Avenue last year. The
building is used to house various Alternative Education Programs and
the Racine Employee Health and Wellness Clinic. Space will also be
developed to support professional learning of staff. To provide an
identity for the building, several names are proposed:
1) The Learning Center at Northwestern Avenue
2) The Alternative Program and Professional Learning Center at
Northwestern Avenue
FISCAL NOTE: There is no direct cost for the name, however, signage will be made to
identify the building.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve <insert name> for the Northwestern Avenue building.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Human Resources
AGENDA ITEM: Ratification of 2017-18 Teachers’ Tentative Agreement on Base
Wages
PRESENTING: Julie A. Landry, Chief of Human Resources
DESCRIPTION: The Racine Education Association and the Racine Unified School
District have reached a tentative agreement for the 2017-18 base
wages. The tentative agreement and salary schedule is attached.
FISCAL NOTE: Base Wages in this agreement are included in the preliminary budget.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the ratification of the 2017-18 Teachers’ Tentative
Agreement on Base Wages.
ACTION TAKEN:
“A” “B” “C” “D” “E” “F” “G”
IV V VI VII VIIA VIII IX X
Step BA BA+12 BA+24 MA NBTC MasteryMA+12 or
MA & Mastery
MA+24 or MA+12
& Mastery
PhD/EdD or
MA+24 &
Mastery
1 41,104 43,323 45,543 47,763 47,763 50,476 53,189 55,902
2 42,049 44,268 46,487 49,127 49,127 51,840 54,554 57,267
3 42,994 45,214 47,432 50,492 50,492 53,205 55,918 58,631
4 43,939 46,158 48,377 51,856 51,856 54,570 57,283 59,996
5 44,883 47,103 49,323 53,222 53,222 55,935 58,648 61,362
6 45,828 48,048 50,267 54,587 54,587 57,300 60,013 62,726
6a 46,570 - - - - - - -
7 48,993 51,213 55,951 55,951 58,664 61,378 64,090
7a 49,787 - - - - - -
8 52,682 57,841 57,841 60,554 63,267 65,980
9 54,152 59,731 59,731 62,444 65,157 67,870
10 55,622 61,622 61,622 64,335 67,047 69,761
11 57,092 63,511 63,511 66,224 68,938 71,651
12 58,562 65,401 65,401 68,115 70,827 73,540
12a 59,512 66,461 66,461 69,217 71,975 74,731
Step C-Psych IIIC-Psych IV
PhDStep BSN MSN
1 60,554 1 46,487 51,840
2 62,444 2 47,432 53,205
3 68,938 73,487 3 48,377 54,570
4 70,827 75,377 4 49,323 55,935
5 72,717 77,266 5 50,267 57,300
6 74,606 79,157 5a 51,082 58,229
6a 75,815 80,439
Level of
Preparation
Teachers who have been hired under an emergency permit will be frozen at Step 1 until the time that s/he has obtained the initial educator's license. At the time that , s/he will be
placed on the schedule commensurate with his/her applicable experience.
Teacher Salary Schedule 2017-18
BASIC SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PSYCHOLOGISTSBASIC SALARY SCHEDULE FOR NURSES
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Human Resources
AGENDA ITEM: Ratification of 2017-18 Building Service Employees’ Tentative
Agreement on Base Wages
PRESENTING: Julie A. Landry, Chief of Human Resources
DESCRIPTION: The Service Employees International Union, Local 152, Building
Service Employees and the Racine Unified School District have
reached a tentative agreement for the 2017-18 base wages. The
tentative agreement and salary schedule is attached.
FISCAL NOTE: Base Wages in this agreement are included in the preliminary budget.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the ratification of the 2017-18 Building Service
Employees’ Tentative Agreement on Base Wages
ACTION TAKEN:
Grade Step One Step Two Step Three Step Four
2 $13.65 $14.13 $14.52 $14.89
3 $19.29 $19.74 $20.23 $20.76
4 $20.92 $21.40 $21.96 $22.41
5 $21.98 $22.51 $23.05 $23.67
6 $22.99 $23.60 $24.19 $24.79
7 $24.04 $24.67 $25.21 $25.82
8 $24.99 $25.67 $26.35 $26.99
9 $26.00 $26.68 $27.40 $28.10
10 $27.04 $27.74 $28.45 $29.21
2017-2018 Building Service Employee Salary Schedule
Board Consent Agenda
Racine Unified School District 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53404
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
MINUTES
Michael Frontier, President Robert Wittke, Jr., President Dennis Wiser, Vice President
Racine, Wisconsin June 19, 2017
A meeting of the Board of Education of the Racine Unified School District of Racine County,
Wisconsin was called to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2017.
3. ROLL CALL
The following Board members were present: Michelle Duchow, Michael Frontier, Matthew Hanser,
John Heckenlively, Julie L. McKenna, Dennis Wiser, and Robert Wittke, Jr. Absent: Steve Hooper and
Brian O’Connell.
Also present: Rosalie Daca, Chief Academic Officer; Marc Duff, Chief Financial Officer; Lolli Haws,
Superintendent; Dave Hazen, Chief of Operations; Julie Landry, Chief of Human Resources; Tim Peltz,
Chief Information Officer; Stacy Tapp, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement;
Christopher Thompson, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction; Janell Decker, Assistant
Director of Curriculum and Instruction; Wendy Rowley, Executive Director of Accountability; Bryan
Arnold, Director of Building and Grounds; Irene Cardozo, Internal Communication Specialist; and
Elizabeth Tobias, Executive Assistant.
4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to approve the agenda. Ayes – 7 (Duchow, Frontier,
Hanser, Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser, Wittke). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
5. RECOGNITIONS
Ms. Cardozo coordinated the Board of Education’s recognitions for the evening. The Board recognized
eighteen RUSD schools that have received special recognition from the Wisconsin Rtl Center, which
celebrates school progress in expanding, refining and sustaining implementation of a culturally
responsive multi-level system of support for improved student outcomes. Giese Elementary, Julian
Thomas Elementary, and Olympia Brown Elementary Schools earned Silver level in behavior. The
following schools have earned Bronze level in behavior: Fratt Elementary, Gifford Elementary, Gilmore
Middle, Goodland Elementary, Janes Elementary, Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary, Jerstad-Agerholm
Middle, McKinley Middle, Mitchell K-8, North Park Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, Racine Civil
Leaders Academy, Schulte Elementary, REAL School, and Walden III Middle and High Schools.
The Board also recognized Sue Stroupe, Director of Health Services, for being named Wisconsin
Association of School Nurses (WASN) School Nurse Administrator of the Year.
The Board recognized several RUSD high school athletes who competed in the WIAA State Track and
Field meet earlier this month. The following Case High School students were recognized: Kiernan
Oates, Ahmad Smith, Sam Cabaltera, Tyriek Thomas, Mike Lepow, Traivon Woods, Dewayne Ford, RJ
Benisch, Michael Stapleman, Tresor Nimi, Taylor Schneider, Justin Norris, Ty Stetler, and Milo
Board of Education
Altamirano. The following students represented Horlick High School: Amaya Jerdee, Cerriyah Gibbs,
Kelonya Edwards, Makayla White, Sydney Pitrof, Jenna Turner, Olivia Pitrof, Leslie Ortiz, Grace
Tempesta, Joe Garcia, and Nathan Perez. The following Park High School students were recognized:
Nobal Days, Aubrey Anderson, Sean Fischer, and Mya James.
6. REPORTS ON STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
a. 2016-17 MAP Results for Reading and Math K-8
Ms. Daca and Ms. Rowley presented Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) results for the 2016-17
school year. Ms. Rowley explained that from fall to spring comparison, 283 more students (2.6%
increase) are at or above the national average in reading and 359 more students (3.1% increase) in math.
In reading, data shows that seven of nine grades made noted growth in the number of students at or
above the national average. For math, the data shows that five of nine grades made noted growth in the
number of students at or above the national average. For the three-year spring to spring comparison, the
middle school cohort grew in both reading (1.7%) and math (.3%).
To continue the success in students’ early years, specifically in reading, the District has looked at factors
such as behavior, social and emotional learning skills. One factor that has a significant impact on
learning is poor attendance. Dr. Haws would like to propose in a month or two at a future Board work
session, strategies and approaches the District has and will implement to address these issues be shared
with the Board.
7. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
a. Community Partner Grants and Financial Support
Dr. Haws and Mr. Thielen informed the Board of a recent community partner financial support
contribution of $25,000 from CNH Industrial America, LLC towards Horlick High School’s new
science lab space.
Horlick High School will also receive a donated airplane. RUSD is working to find hangar space that
will include classroom areas for students in the Aviation Pathway at Horlick. Students will have the
opportunity to learn from and work on the plane as part of their Academies of Racine coursework.
b. RITE Grant Awards
Dr. Haws shared with the Board a short video highlighting the spring 2017 Racine Innovative
Technology Educators (RITE) grant award recipients. This spring, nine applications were awarded
totaling $175,000. The RITE grant program was developed in the fall to provide technology resources to
classroom teachers who submit a proposal demonstrating a high level of proficiency in technology use
and how the technology will be integrated into their curriculum to enhance student learning.
c. Summer School Update
Dr. Haws provided a summer school update to the Board. Summer school started last Thursday, June
15. Enrollment has increased across all grade levels: 850 more elementary school students, 25 more
middle school students, and a total of 1,109 high school students registered for summer school. Other
highlights included the K-2 Reading Intervention Program; grade 8 students taking summer courses at
high school locations where they can earn one high school credit for passing the course; and the full
menu of high school courses are offered at Racine Alternative Learning. Summer school graduation will
be scheduled for Tuesday, August 1 at 4:00 p.m.
8. BOARD DEVELOPMENT
a. Standards-Based Learning Update
Dr. Christopher Thompson, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction; Ms. Janell Decker,
Assistant Director of Curriculum & Instruction; Ms. Jakki Moga, Executive Director of Assessment; and
Dr. Jill Ries, Assistant Director of Curriculum & Instruction presented a standards-based learning
update to the Board. With standards-based learning, assessments, learning objectives, and instructional
strategies will be closely aligned so that they reinforce one another. It will also provide a consistent
basis for which students are measured and accurately assessed. Implementation will occur during the
2017-18 school year for K-8 math, English and language arts, health and physical education; and in high
school freshman seminar and algebra. In the 2018-19 school year, it will be implemented in science,
social studies and world languages; and fully implemented within the high schools.
Thus far, standards-based learning has been communicated at Family Empowerment Day as well as to
principals and Grading Practices Handbook & Assessment Committees. In August and September,
family education will be ramped up with school- and District-based sharing sessions as well as a video
explanation for parents and students. Professional learning and support to staff will be ongoing
throughout 2017-18.
b. Parent Engagement Strategy
Dr. Chrishirella Sutton, Director of Family and Community Engagement, provided an update on
RUSD’s Family and Community Engagement (FACE) initiatives and programs. Dr. Sutton explained to
the Board that FACE works to ensure District families are active advocates and decision-makers in their
child’s learning. Dr. Sutton highlighted the work done in the 2016-17 school year, including the second
annual Family Empowerment Day on May 6 where approximately 1,700 people attended, including 28
organizations represented. The priorities for the 2017-18 school year for the department include a plan
to continue expanding Family Empowerment Day, pilot a Parent University, and build strong
partnerships with families and community members through advisory councils.
9. PUBLIC INPUT
Bob LaSalle, Racine
Spoke against safe zone resolution and the need for the next generation of children to obey and follow
the laws.
Angelina Cruz, Racine, WI 53403
Spoke of teacher-district issues, including changes to employee handbook and ethics statement.
Kari Morey, Racine, WI 53406
Spoke in support of teacher compensation and salary schedules.
Amy Hanson, Racine, WI 53402
Spoke in support of teacher compensation and the importance of the current pay structure.
Eric Kosterman, Kenosha, WI 53144
Spoke in support of teacher compensation and honoring steps and levels.
Travis Eales, Racine, WI 53404
Spoke in support of maintaining full-time specialists at elementary schools.
Jeanne Schierstedt, Racine, WI 53403
Spoke in support of teacher compensation and how block scheduling increased class sizes with no
additional compensation.
Ryan Knudtson, 3607 W. Manitoba, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Yielded time to finish Angelina Cruz’ comments. Also spoke on ethics statement, teacher salary
schedule and lack of communication by the District.
Dr. Haws addressed the comments in regards to teacher compensation. Administration continues to
work with the Board on the budget as it has not been set. The District is currently at a $700,000 deficit
and awaits for key information from the state budget. Should the State Categorical Aid come in lower
than $200 per pupil, the District will be an additional $1 million dollars in the red. Included in the
budget already is $1.8 million for cost of living increase. This base wage calculation was brought to the
representative union groups and was accepted to use the amount towards a cost of living increase.
Legislators are contemplating increasing the amount of money the District has to pay to other districts
who receive our open enrollment, which will leave the District further into deficit. The District strongly
believes in compensating teachers fairly as much as the District can afford. Administration has become
aware that legislators are also contemplating that any recurring referendum that is in existence, must go
up for vote every five years. This would be retroactive to 1996. The Board must think of all these issues
and determine what is the right way to approach the fiscal future of the District.
10. OPERATIONAL EXPECTATIONS (None)
11. ACTION ITEMS
a. Classlink Identity Management Software Tool
Mr. Peltz and Mr. Paul Jude, Technical Services Supervisor, presented the Classlink Identity
Management software tool to the Board. The software will create a more secure method of managing
applications and access as well as more efficient use of technology in the classroom.
Dr. Frontier moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to approve the cost for the first year at $48,848 and
subsequent years two and three not to exceed $56,000 annually. Ayes – 6 (Frontier, Hanser,
Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser, Wittke). Noes – 1 (Duchow). The motion to approve passed.
b. Filewave Endpoint Management Software Tool
Mr. Peltz presented Filewave Endpoint management software tool to the Board. This will improve and
expand the District’s ability to manage classroom software technology in a more efficient and effective
manner.
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to approve the cost at $62,000 annually for three years
plus costs for training in the first year only, with the option to purchase for an additional two years
thereafter at the cost of $65,000 annually in years four and five. Ayes – 6 (Hanser, Heckenlively,
McKenna, Wiser, Wittke, Frontier) Noes – 1 (Duchow). The motion to approve passed.
c. BoardDocs Pro Paperless Governance Solution
Mr. Peltz presented BoardDocs to the Board as a paperless governance solution. Implementation will
start on July 1.
Mr. Heckenlively moved, Mr. Hanser seconded, to approve the annual expenditure of $10,000 in order
to subscribe to and implement BoardDocs Pro. Ayes – 7 (Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser, Wittke,
Duchow, Frontier, Hanser). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
d. Authorization of Expenditures Prior to Formal Adoption of the Budget
Mr. Duff presented on the authorization of expenditures prior to formal adoption of the budget to the
Board. This allows the District to continue operations and does indicate expenditures allowed of up to
40% of prior year budget unless authorized.
Mr. Hanser moved, Mrs. McKenna seconded, to authorize the continuation of District operations and
payment of all associated costs beginning July 1 and continuing until the budget is formally adopted.
Authorizations are as follows: 1) Expend up to 40% of budget categories approved in the prior year
budget unless Board of Education action has occurred; 2) An exception to the above would be Board of
Education approved projects, acquisitions, and contracts; and 3) Payments and operations are conducted
pursuant to District policies. Ayes – 7 (McKenna, Wiser, Wittke, Duchow, Frontier, Hanser,
Heckenlively). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
e. Fund Balance Allocation
Mr. Duff presented the fund balance allocation to the Board. The District provides an estimate of how
the balance of funds will be allocated per accounting standards.
Mrs. McKenna moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to adopt the fund balance allocations as presented
with the understanding that the amounts are projections and will be adjusted to actual numbers as part of
the year-end financial closing and audit. Ayes – 7 (Wiser, Wittke, Duchow, Frontier, Hanser,
Heckenlively, McKenna). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
f. 2333 Northwestern Avenue Building Parking Lot Replacement and Repairs
Mr. Hazen and Mr. Arnold presented the Northwestern Avenue building parking lot replacement and
repairs to the Board. Funding for the project will be financed using loan proceeds for the purchase of the
building and construction at the site.
Mr. Heckenlively moved, Mr. Hanser seconded, to approve the hardscape replacements and repairs at
existing facility at 2333 Northwestern Avenue building at a base bid of $199,000 and alternate pricing
of $37,150 for a total cost not to exceed $236,150 to Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc. Ayes – 7 (Wittke,
Duchow, Frontier, Hanser, Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
g. Reading/English and Language Arts (ELA) Classroom Library Supplement
Dr. Thompson and Ms. Decker presented on the purchase of supplementary classroom libraries for K-
12, and professional development for high school. The classroom library supplements will serve as a
basis for independent reading. High school will slowly integrate a workshop approach into their English
courses.
Mr. Heckenlively moved, Mrs. McKenna seconded, to approve the purchase of supplementary
classroom libraries for K-12, and professional development for high school totaling $466,481.70 for use
beginning in the 2017-18 school year. Ayes – 7 (Duchow, Frontier, Hanser, Heckenlively, McKenna,
Wiser, Wittke). Noes – 0. The motion to approve passed.
12. BOARD CONSENT AGENDA
a. Board Meeting Minutes of May 15, 2017
b. Executive Session Minutes of May 15 and June 5, 2017
c. Special Board Meeting and Executive Session Minutes of May 23, 2017
d. Special Board Meeting and Work Session Minutes of June 5, 2017
e. Work Session Minutes of May 23 and June 7, 2017
f. Board of Education Committee Assignments
Dr. Frontier moved, Mr. Hanser seconded, to adopt the Board Consent Agenda. All were in favor. The
motion to approve passed.
13. SUPERINTENDENT CONSENT AGENDA
a. Personnel Changes
b. Monthly Financial Statements for May 2017
c. Incidents by Students to Staff for May 2017
d. Overnight Field Trips
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to approve the Superintendent Consent Agenda. All
were in favor. The motion to approve passed.
14. REFERRALS (None)
15. ADJOURNMENT
Dr. Frontier moved, Ms. Duchow seconded, to adjourn. All were in favor. The motion to adjourn the
meeting passed at 8:35 p.m.
Signed: ___________________________________________
Matthew Hanser, Clerk
Signed: ___________________________________________
Lolli Haws, Secretary
Racine Unified School District 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53404
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
Robert Wittke, Jr., President Dennis Wiser, Vice President
Racine, Wisconsin June 19, 2017
A special meeting of the Board of Education of the Racine Unified School District of Racine County,
Wisconsin was called to order at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2017, with the following members
present: Michelle Duchow, Michael Frontier, Matthew Hanser, John Heckenlively, Julie L. McKenna,
Dennis Wiser, and Robert Wittke, Jr.
Also present: Lolli Haws, Superintendent; and Andrea Rittgers, Director of Student Services.
The Board of Education met in open session for the sole purpose of considering a motion to adjourn to
Executive Session per Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(f) and 120.13(1)(c)4.d for the purpose of
Student Suspensions and Expulsions.
Mr. Wiser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to adjourn to Executive Session. Ayes – 7 (Duchow,
Frontier, Hanser, Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser, Wittke). Noes – 0. The motion passed. The meeting
adjourned to Executive Session.
Student Suspensions and Expulsions
Student suspensions and expulsions were reviewed and discussed.
Mr. Hanser moved, Ms. Duchow seconded, to approve the student suspensions and expulsions presented
by Ms. Rittgers. Ayes – 7 (Frontier, Hanser, Heckenlively, McKenna, Wiser, Wittke, Duchow). Noes – 0.
The motion passed.
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to adjourn the Executive Session. All were in favor. The
motion to adjourn passed. The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
Signed: _____________________________________
Matthew Hanser, Clerk
Signed: _____________________________________
Lolli Haws, Secretary
Board of Education
Racine Unified School District 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53404
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
Robert Wittke, Jr., President Dennis Wiser, Vice President
Racine, Wisconsin July 10, 2017
A special meeting of the Board of Education of the Racine Unified School District of Racine County,
Wisconsin was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2017, with the following members
present: Michelle Duchow, Matthew Hanser, John Heckenlively, Steve Hooper, Julie L. McKenna, Brian
O’Connell, and Robert Wittke, Jr. Absent: Michael Frontier and Dennis Wiser.
Also present: Lolli Haws, Superintendent; Julie Landry, Chief of Human Resources; Keri Hanstedt,
Executive Director of Employee Relations; and Elizabeth Tobias, Executive Assistant.
The Board of Education met in open session for the sole purpose of considering a motion to adjourn to
Executive Session per Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for the purpose of a Personnel Matter, Wisconsin
Statute 19.85(1)(g) or the purpose of a Legal Matter, and Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of
a Real Estate Matter.
Mr. Heckenlively moved, Mr. O’Connell seconded, to adjourn to Executive Session. Ayes – 7 (Duchow,
Hanser, Heckenlively, Hooper, McKenna, O’Connell, Wittke). Noes – 0. Absent – 2 (Frontier, Wiser).
The motion passed. The meeting adjourned to Executive Session.
Personnel Matter
Discussion regarding a personnel matter.
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to authorize Board counsel to act as Hearing Officer for
the two personnel matter terminations. Ayes – 7 (Hanser, Hooper, McKenna, O’Connell, Wittke,
Duchow). Noes – 0. Absent – 2 (Frontier, Wiser). The motion passed.
Legal Matter
Discussion regarding a legal matter. Ms. Landry and Ms. Hanstedt left the meeting at 5:43 p.m.
Real Estate Matter
Mr. David Hazen, Chief Operations Officer, arrived at 5:44 p.m. Discussion regarding a real estate matter
ensued.
Mr. Hanser moved, Mr. Heckenlively seconded, to adjourn the Executive Session. All were in favor. The
motion to adjourn passed. The meeting adjourned at 5:48 p.m.
Signed: _____________________________________
Matthew Hanser, Clerk
Signed: _____________________________________
Lolli Haws, Secretary
Board of Education
Racine Unified School District 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53404
WORK SESSION
MINUTES
Robert Wittke, Jr., President Dennis Wiser, Vice President
Racine, Wisconsin July 10, 2017
Dennis Wiser, Vice President of the Board of Education of the Racine Unified School District of Racine
County, Wisconsin, called to order a Board Work Session at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2017.
The following Board members were present: Michelle Duchow, Matthew Hanser, John Heckenlively,
Steven Hooper, Julie L. McKenna, Brian O’Connell, Dennis Wiser, and Robert Wittke, Jr. Absent:
Michael Frontier.
Also present: Lolli Haws, Superintendent; Marc Duff, Chief Financial Officer; Dave Hazen, Chief of
Operations; Rosalie Daca, Chief Academic Officer; Eric Gallien, Deputy Superintendent; Julie Landry,
Chief of Human Resources; Brian Arnold, Director of Building and Grounds; and Elizabeth Tobias,
Executive Assistant.
1. Middle School: My School. My Choice. Plan
a. Architect and Construction Manager
Mr. Hazen shared with the Board the need for an architect and construction manager selection for
the work that will be done primarily to Gilmore, in order to create the K-8 Fine Arts Middle
School, will be brought to the Board at the July 24 business meeting. By obtaining both the
architect and construction manager at the same time, they will be able to work together and
determine an accurate cost estimate for the project.
Discussion and questions:
Is there a design in mind for Gilmore? (That is what the architect will work on with the
Facilities Committee. The District will use the same process as the development of the
new schools. The majority of the work will be done at Gilmore.)
As far as budget is concerned in retrofitting Gilmore, is the Committee starting with a
clean slate for a school? (We are already starting to develop some parameters on the
project. We are also limited to the funding of the referendum. It may be a phased
project.)
b. School Boundaries
Mr. Hazen shared the proposed school boundaries to the Board for K-8 schools, which are the
default middle schools for families. Feeder elementary schools will be as follows:
Mitchell (Southside) will include: Dr. Jones, Giese, Goodland, SC Johnson, Knapp,
Mitchell, Red Apple, and Schulte.
Board of Education
Jerstad-Agerholm (Northside) will include: Jerstad-Agerholm, Olympia Brown, Fratt,
Janes, North Park, Roosevelt, Wadewitz, and Julian Thomas.
Bull Fine Arts will become Gilmore. Jefferson Lighthouse and West Ridge will feed into
Starbuck. Gifford stays the same. No elementary school boundaries will be changed.
In analyzing the numbers using projected enrollment of current 4th, 5th, and 6th graders, the
Mitchell boundary has approximately 1,500 students and Jerstad-Agerholm boundary has 1,495
students. This will mean approximately 600 students from each boundary will need to enroll in
other middle school programs.
Discussion and questions:
What about sibling preference? (We are looking at allowing sibling preference, but only
at the entry grades, which would be 6 and 9.)
c. Updates from Committees
i. Staffing
Ms. Landry gave a brief report on the work of the Staffing Committee. The Committee is
currently looking at the impact of staffing including the process for displaced staff,
planning an informational session on the new IB school, and planning an interview
workshop for displaced staff. More detailed information will be shared with the Board at
the August Work Session.
ii. Program, Curriculum and Identity
Mr. Jeff Sturdevant, a Walden teacher, shared a report on behalf of the Program,
Curriculum and Identity Committee. There are five subcommittees including: IB, Fine
Arts, Bilingual, Extracurricular, and Special Education. Creating the new programs and
setting the foundation for the Fine Arts and IB schools will be the basic pillars of work
along with determining where special education, bilingual and extracurricular activities
fit into the model. The main goal is to create opportunities for all students.
iii. Transportation, Boundary, Lottery and Facilities
Mr. Hazen gave a brief report on behalf of the Transportation, Boundary, Lottery and
Facilities Committee. Much of the work depends on the approval of presented
boundaries. Once boundaries are authorized, the Committee will begin working on
grandfathering and how marketing that information can begin.
iv. Communication
Ms. Kim Krohn, shared a report on behalf of the Communication Committee. The
Committee is currently working on the FAQ document for distribution to parents, staff
and administrators. The Committee will also work on brochures, flyers, videos and
updating the website. Much of this will be distributed during the fall.
2. Facility Summer Project Report - July
Mr. Hazen and Mr. Arnold presented the Facility Summer Project Report for the month of July to the
Board. Highlights from the presentation include:
Construction at REAL School, Virtual School and Turning Point Academy is going well.
The construction of the CTE building at Horlick High School is slightly delayed due to
the backorder of steel. The latest date for completion is October. The program will be
able to start, but they won’t be able to utilize the new space.
There is a complication of the track reconstruction/repair at Case High School track. The
base of the track needs to be redone. This will cost an additional $146,000. This
modification will be brought to the Board on July 24.
Also to be brought to the Board for action at the July 24 Business meeting is the purchase
of student technology for the REAL School and bio-medical courses at all three high
schools. Referendum money will be used for these items.
3. Naming of 2333 Northwestern Avenue Building
Mr. Hazen briefly presented name options for the 2333 Northwestern Avenue building. If Board
members have any suggestions, please feel free to forward those to Mr. Hazen or Dr. Haws. Once the
names are narrowed down, a recommendation will come to the Board for a vote.
4. Print Shop Contractor
In Mr. Peltz’ absence, Mr. Hazen briefly presented the print shop contractor to the Board. As part of
the process of going to leased multi-functional devices (printers) four or five years ago, the District
converted the print shop to Gordon Flesch equipment. At that time the District entered into a contract
to have one FTE help run the machines in the print shop. This has already been budgeted for, but is
now hitting the threshold for Board approval. This item will be brought to the July 24 business
meeting.
5. Budget Tracking Report - July
Mr. Duff presented FY18 budget assumptions and tracking report to the Board. In conversations with
the legislature, it appears the assumptions that has been included in this report will be a part of the
state budget education package. This includes the revenue limit and per pupil amounts.
Major points of the presentation included:
Enrollment
o Will not know specifics until school year opens. Will keep numbers the same and
monitor regularly.
o Voucher enrollment will be known by September/October.
Expenses
o Staffing – savings due to retirement system contribution rate decrease.
o Employer salary cost (CPI at 1.26%) – salary schedule will be brought to the Board
on July 24.
Dedicated Carryover (Funded)
o Slight increase in school furniture purchases.
Revenues
o Federal Funds Estimate – received approximately $90,000 more in Title II funding;
will help to fund professional development for teachers.
Staffing
o This is about the same as last month.
o Anticipate staffing reductions to not be as much; additional Title I staff will be added
based on restructuring of program.
Tax Impact
o The final aid estimate will be given in October and will be based on the entire
amount of District spending.
o Tax Levy Changes – Community Service Fund levy will not need to be increased at
this point.
Discussion and questions:
Mr. Hazen has been working with the District’s health care insurance on getting a different
prescription plan that may save the District money. With these savings, the District may be
able to fund levels in the salary schedule; particularly those teachers who are working on their
National Board Certification as these are a priority. More information will be shared on this
week’s Friday Board memo. Will still have now until October to see how the other funding
sources turn out to look at funding steps.
How many National Board Certification came through this year? (Approximately 16-20
teachers that finish this year. And another 15-20 teachers will finish next year.)
What is a technology integration support person and middle school advocate behavior
training? (Technology integration are six people that will work in classrooms with teachers
and support the teachers utilizing technology for blended and digital learning. This was
discussed at the May 1st Work Session. The middle school advocate behavior training
includes repurposing hall monitors in middle schools.) Would like to find money to assist and
implement the SCAN (child abuse prevention) program throughout the District.
The District did file the amended budget document, which indicated less general aid (based
on the prior year). Because some of the furniture was not purchased during the last year, but
will be purchased this year, the District will receive additional funds in the 2018-19 fiscal
year.
What does the voucher tax amount to in dollars? (Next year the budget is over $13 million. It
will continue to increase as local property taxes share in the cost of vouchers.)
6. Amendment to Previously Approved Debt Service Energy Efficiency Levy
Mr. Duff presented the amendment to the previously approved debt service energy efficiency levy to
the Board. A few years ago, the Board approved a performance contract levy to pay for debt service,
allowing for the debt service to be automatically included as part of the revenue limit. However, there
was a change to one of the debt services and it is now set up as a “sinking fund.” This structure will
require the District to have an amendment to what was approved previously. This will be brought to
the Board on July 24 and will help the overall budget.
7. Administrative Regulation 4116.22 (Professional Conduct)
Ms. Landry and Ms. Keri Hanstedt, Executive Director of Employee Relations, presented an update
on Administrative Regulation 4116.22 (Professional Conduct) to the Board. This document sets the
expectation for professional conduct and lays out three themes of inappropriate conduct. Over eighty
people and the REA gave feedback on the regulation. Ms. Landry’s team took this feedback and made
more changes including adjusting the tone. This administrative regulation will be brought to the
Board on July 24 under the Superintendent’s Consent Agenda.
Discussion and questions:
Absenteeism is not in the employee handbook at this time. If the draft handbook is approved,
then changes would need to be made to this administrative regulation.
It would be beneficial to include a “Savings Clause” in this regulation or perhaps somewhere.
(Administration will check to see if there is already something similar in the District’s
regulations. There is also a savings clause in the back of the employee handbook.)
What type of cycle would this go under for an update? Will it be reviewed annually?
(Administration is scheduled to review this annually in October. Changes would be brought
to the Board in November/December.)
8. Review of RUSD Draft Handbook Based on the Wisconsin Association of School Board
(WASB) Model and Guiding Change Document
Ms. Landry and Ms. Hanstedt presented on the draft employee handbook based on the Wisconsin
Association of School Board (WASB) model and guiding change document. Major points of the
presentation included:
At the May Work Session, the Board agreed that they wanted to consider and review a
reviewed employee handbook closely modeled after the WASB handbook template.
As a reminder, WASB is a non-profit organization that supports local school boards within
Wisconsin in the areas of board governance, advocacy, legal and human resources.
The Board’s employee handbook guiding change document was used as a decision-making
guide during the analysis of both handbooks.
There was a comparison of the District’s handbook to the WASB handbook. The District’s
handbook was updated to align more closely with the WASB template and language.
Notable changes were made to the following sections: harassment and bullying; attendance;
just cause; drugs, alcohol, and tobacco; dress code; financial controls and oversight; fraud and
financial impropriety; management rights; grievance procedure; eligibility for benefits; health
and dental premium conditions; Board of Adjustments; and process for making amendments
to handbook.
Discussion and questions from the Board included the following:
Financial Controls and Oversight, and Fraud and Financial Impropriety provisions (page 19)
are new to the District. These additions will help clarify the expectations of employees. Some
of this might not apply to teachers, but to other employee groups. Important to keep in mind
this handbook is for all employees.
Many school districts that WASB provides services to do not operate under coherent
governance, therefore there may be items in the WASB handbook that does not fit, for
example pages 19 and 28 citing to report to the Board President. This would not be applicable
to the District. (These will be revisited and changed accordingly.)
Concerned about sweatshirts and t-shirts under dress code, especially regarding spirit wear
for schools. (This would be up to the discretion of the administrator/department supervisor.
However, the REA was consulted with on this specific language at the time the dress code
policy was being updated.)
Management Rights provision (page 28) includes specific language of management rights
which may not be written in any other areas. Suggestion to also review Kenosha Unified’s
handbook as they have language the District may want to use. Perhaps the preamble could be
reworded and clarified to distinguish what are the District’s rights and what are the Board’s
rights.
Grievance Procedure (pages 29-30) includes the true civil-service procedure, which limits
what is grievable under the procedure. In addition, the Independent Hearing Officer is chosen
by the District and employees must take all steps in the grievance process. The Board
maintains the option to utilize the Board’s Hearing Officer to facilitate the process when an
appeal is made to the Board. Recommendation the language be clarified.
Process for Making Amendments to Handbook (page 43); current District processes are not
contemplated within the WASB handbook.
o Is it mandatory the District’s handbook follow the WASB model to the letter? (No.
Administration is bringing forth what was asked for by the Board in making changes
to follow the WASB handbook model.)
o The District can make any changes, at any point with or without notification.
Where are the changes regarding reasonable processes and consultation for the IEP2
Spectrum? (Administration was not asked to do that, but to bring a draft handbook following
the WASB model and highlight the significant differences between the two.)
Addendums were not attached to this draft version. If this draft handbook is approved,
administration would host a lean six sigma kaizen event to review the addendums in the
current handbook. The consultation process through the kaizen would be incorporated to
address changing the addendums. Any recommendations would be brought to the Board for
consideration.
The Board needs to set the policy framework and implementation will be done by
administration. This will help the District move forward and assist to make the District more
competitive.
Perhaps language should be added to clarify that addendums will not be changed until the
kaizen event? (For clarification, the current addendums would remain in effect until the
kaizen event takes place.)
Recommend clarification on how someone would provide feedback via grievance or
complaint – what is the process?
Do we have employees who are hired at less than 30 hours? (Yes. They are generally
educational assistants and staff in early childhood and K4 programs.)
How many other districts in the state base their handbook on the WASB model? (Not sure
how many districts use the WASB model. However, the majority of the districts that are in
the School Personnel Administrator Metropolitan/Milwaukee group use the WASB template
to develop their handbooks. This group meets on a monthly basis.)
Concerns with taking away Section 13 from the handbook, which is very arbitrary. It is
valuable to have a process where employees can have input on policies. The same is said of
getting rid of the Board of Adjustments, which has saved the District money. The Committee
is a good working model of how administration and employee groups can work together.
Adopting this handbook does not preclude collaborative opportunities. Also, the existing
language of the Board of Adjustments was illegal to give a single bargaining of benefits for
the whole District population. It has to be in compliance with the law.
How does Political Activity, section 3.34, play into student advisory groups? (This was
something the District did not have. Interpretation of the section is that an employee of the
District will make sure personal beliefs on political issues are not communicated in any way
or influenced on any students that are under their supervision. Groups must be student-
driven.)
Any questions or concerns should be sent directly to Dr. Haws and she will forward to
Human Resources. Next steps will be for HR to review feedback, make adjustments to the
document and send back to the Board for review.
The session ended at 8:00 p.m.
Racine Unified School District 3109 Mt. Pleasant Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53404
BOARD OF EDUCATION
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE
April 11, 2017
MINUTES
1. Call to Order
The Racine Unified School District Board of Education Governance Committee meeting of Tuesday, April
11, 2017, was called to order at 5:01 p.m. Roll call was taken by Mrs. Tobias. The following Committee
members were present: Matthew Hanser, John Heckenlively, Dennis Wiser, Robert Wittke, Jr. Absent from
the meeting was Michael Frontier and Don Nielsen. Others present included Lolli Haws, Superintendent;
and Elizabeth Tobias, Recording Secretary.
2. Approval of Governance Committee Minutes of March 14, 2017
Mr. Heckenlively moved, Mr. Wittke seconded, to approve the Governance Committee minutes from March
14. All were in favor. The motion passed.
3. Calendaring for Board Review of Monitoring Report Indicators
Discussion regarding the review of operational expectations (OE) indicators and the interpretation used in
each report. Beginning in October, the Governance Committee will begin a cycle of reviewing the indicators
that were presented starting with OE-6 (Financial Administration – Internal). The Committee will invite the
responsible Chief to a meeting and begin discussing the indicators and interpretation.
Mr. Wiser agreed to review the policy language and submit a referral, if necessary, so the language will
reflect the new process.
Brief discussion on OE-10 (Instructional Program) and indicators 14 and 18. Dr. Haws requested a
consideration of moving to a different, more applicable OE.
4. Discuss Annual Summary of Governance Committee
Mr. Hanser requested a list of all previous referrals the Committee has worked on to be shared at the May
work session.
5. Set Next Meeting Date and Agenda for Future Governance Committee Meetings
Mr. Hanser determined the next meeting date should not be determined until the new committee structure is
in place.
6. Adjourn
Mr. Wiser moved, Mr. Wittke seconded, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Matt Hanser, Chair
John Heckenlively
Dennis Wiser
Robert Wittke, Jr.
Michael Frontier, Ex Officio
Governance Committee
Board of Education
Superintendent Consent Agenda
Schedule of Personnel Changes
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Monday, July 24, 2017
NameEmployee
Group From Assignment
From
FTE New Assignment To FTE Effective
NEW
Clairday, Patrick A ASC - Supervisor Transportation/Enrollment 100% 6/22/2017
Hancock, Joshua A Olympia Brown - Principal 100% 7/1/2017
Hoff, Alyssa A McKinley MS - Assistant Principal 100% 7/1/2017
Kirkwood, Niki A ASC - Supervisor, Special Ed Elementary 100% 7/5/2017
Miller, Tabitha A ASC - Supervisor B & G Systems 100% 7/5/2017
Pollatz, Nathan A Gilmore MS - Assistant Principal 100% 7/1/2017
Wytonick, Richard A Knapp ES - Principal 100% 7/1/2017
Smith, Sandra C Schulte ES - Clerk 50% 8/23/2017
RESIGNATION(S)
Clairday, Patrick A ASC - Supervisor Transportation/Enrollment 100% 7/11/2017
Kurth, Tequila A Bull Fine Arts ES - Principal 100% 6/30/2017
Hill, Joseph A West Ridge ES - Principal 100% 6/30/2017
Aittama, Kara E RUSD Montessori - Educational Assistant 52% 6/12/2017
Amundson, Dawn E RUSD Montessori - Educational Assistant 52% 6/12/2017
Bart, Kimberly T Fratt ES - Grade 3 100% 6/12/2017
Brietchaft, Kristy T
Racine Alternative Education - Cross
Categorical/INC 100% 6/12/2017
Brzezinski, Abby T REEC - 4K 100% 6/12/2017
Chung, Bryan T Knapp ES - Music 100% 6/12/2017
Coleman, Tasha T Bull Fine Arts ES - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Cornell Jr., Kenneth T McKinley MS - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Cozad-Hetland, Pamela T Mitchell K-8 - Social Studies 100% 6/12/2017
Eller, Constance T West Ridge ES - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Erdman, Alexander T Mitchell K-8 (Upper) - Math 100% 6/12/2017
Fabian, Thomas T Case HS - Science Biology/Life 100% 6/12/2017
Figueroa, Jessica T McKinley MS - Psychologist Sp. Ed. 84% 6/12/2017
Forsythe, Deanna T Gifford K-8 (Upper) - Science/Social Studies 100% 6/12/2017
Goetler, Evan T Gilmore MS - Science 100% 6/12/2017
Grady, Ann T Case HS - Math 67% 6/12/2017
Hartmann, James T Park HS - Technoology Education 100% 6/12/2017
Hearty, Cara T West Ridge ES - Grade 3 100% 6/12/2017
Henkes, Aimee T Park HS - Foreign Language Spanish 100% 6/12/2017
Hoff, Alyssa T Horlick HS - Counselor 100% 7/1/2017Johnson Tourtouropoulos,
Nancy T Starbuck MS - English As A Second Language 100% 6/12/2017
Kempen, Larry T Park HS - Family and Consumer Education 100% 6/12/2017
Kemnitz, Lauren T McKinley MS - English 100% 6/12/2017
Khalaf, Eman T Case HS/Park HS - Science Biology/Life 100% 6/12/2017
Kovach, Hannah T McKinley MS - Music 100% 6/12/2017
Ludtke, Jason T Mitchell K-8 (Lower) - Art 100% 6/12/2017
Malczewski, Amy T Jerstad K-8 (Lower) - Art 100% 6/12/2017
Markovic, Brian T Case HS - Mathematics 100% 6/12/2017
Martin, Andrew T Park HS/Horlick HS - Psychologist Sp. Ed. 100% 6/12/2017
Mathews, Erica T
Bull Fine Arts ES/Julian Thomas ES - School
Psychologist 100% 8/10/2017
Mayer, Yvonne T Goodland ES - Art 100% 6/12/2017
McConnell, Daniel T Jerstad K-8 (Upper) - Physical Education 100% 6/12/2017
McConnell, Michael T Wadewitz ES - Reading Specialist 100% 7/27/2017
Medved, Cassandra T McKinley MS - Social Studies 100% 6/12/2017
Milhans, Jamie T North Park ES - Grade 3 100% 6/12/2017
Miller, Delores T
REAL School/Red Apple ES/Olympia Brown ES -
English As A Second Langauage 100% 6/12/2017
Nemeth, Mary T Washingoton Ctr. - PCOC Teacher 100% 6/12/2017
Novak, Kyle T Gilmore MS - English/Social Studies General 100% 6/12/2017
Obrien, Timothy T
Gifford K-8 (Upper)/Park HS - Spanish/World
Language 100% 6/12/2017
Olson, Kira T Gifford K-8 (Upper)/McKinley MS - Art 100% 6/13/2017
Oteman, Candice T Horlick HS - Cross Categorical 100% 6/29/2017
Phillips-Murray, Nerrissa T Gilmore MS - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Pofahl, Susan T ASC - Early Childhood Special Education 100% 6/12/2017
Pollatz, Nathan T McKinley MS - Social Studies 100% 7/1/2017
Porwoll, Patrick T Horlick HS - English 100% 6/12/2017
Reichhart, Jaclyn T Giese ES - Physical Education 100% 6/12/2017
Rassmussen, Melissa T Jerstad K-8 (Upper) - Title 1 100% 6/12/2017
Rezash, Lisa T Park HS - Science 100% 7/27/2017
Rodriguez, Harry T Gilmore MS - Bilingual 100% 6/12/2017
Schedule of Personnel Changes
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Monday, July 24, 2017
Rose, Arthur T RCLA - Grade 4 100% 6/12/2017
Ruehle, Amy T Janes ES - Kindergarten 100% 6/12/2017
Salfer, Thomas T West Ridge ES - Grade 2 100% 6/12/2017
Sego, Eric T Mitchell K-8 (Upper) - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Stapleman, Thomas T Park HS - Technology Education 100% 6/12/2017
Suarez, Cynthia T Off Site Kindergarten - 4K 100% 6/12/2017
Treffert, Robert T Case HS - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
VanCaster, Bryanna T SCJohnson ES - Art 100% 6/12/2017
Wang-Kaser, Joy T RAE/Park HS - Speech Pathologist 100% 6/27/2017
Whipple, Aaron T Case HS - Mathematics 100% 6/12/2017
Wytonick, Richard T Fratt ES - Grade 3 100% 7/1/2017
EARLY RETIREMENT (S)
Robinson, Bonnie T Roosevelt ES - Cross Categorical 100% 6/12/2017
Schuessler, Nancy T Roosevelt ES - Grade 3 100% 6/12/2017
RETIREMENT (S)
Kellner, Marcia E Olympia Brown ES - Sp Ed Assistant 90% 6/12/2017
Azocar Ponte, Marbella T Janes ES - Regular Ed Bilingual 100% 8/28/2017
Betker, Terri T Horlick HS - English Certified 100% 8/28/2017
Behm, Amy T Julian Thomas ES - Special Education 100% 8/28/2017
Farrar, Katelyn T Horlick HS - Science Biology/Life 100% 8/28/2017
Gravunder, Rachel T Schulte ES - Grade 3 100% 8/28/2017
Griffith, Sara T Horlick HS - Foreign Language Spanish 100% 8/28/2017
Rolland, Reve T Fratt ES - Grade 2 100% 8/28/2017
Zerzanek, Michelle T Gilmore MS - Science General 100% 6/13/2017
FTE CHANGES
Payne, Lorna C ASC - Clerk Special Education Department 70% ASC - Clerk Special Education Department 100% 8/23/2017
REQUEST FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE
RETURN FROM LEAVE OF ABSENCE
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Finance AGENDA ITEM: June 2017 Financial Statements
PRESENTING: Marc Duff, Chief Financial Officer
DESCRIPTION: Board policy OE-6.16 requires that annual and monthly financial updates be provided to the board. These statements provide the status of revenues and expenditures for the general fund and all funds combined and allow for a comparison to the board approved budget. However, the final June financial statements will not be completed until September when all accounting reconciliations and auditing are completed.
HIGHLIGHTS: The reports for revenues show RUSD received various revenues from state sources, including $3 million in state special education aid, state and federal high cost special education aid of $421,904, a $57,387 reimbursement for reading readiness assessments, and $60,871 of CTE incentive grant funding for students that graduated with appropriate certifications. Federal funds received in June include $1.52 million of Medicaid reimbursement and $895,903 of federal food service aid. In addition, open enrollment tuition revenue of $171,829 was also recorded and a $70,000 grant from Project Cape. Finally, Other Financing Sources shows $6,750,800 of State Trust Fund Loan proceeds received for the purchase and renovation of the Northwestern building and construction costs for the REAL School building. Final grant claims have not yet been submitted and those revenues will be recorded on the final June financial statements.
The expenses for June represent normal expenses for salaries, benefits, supplies, pupil transportation, and utilities. Business and Operations includes over $1.29 million in payments to Durham for pupil transportation costs. There was also over $1,29 million of payments to Riley Construction for work on the new REAL School and $146,000 to Bukacek Construction for work on the Northwestern building. Trane was paid $1.34 million for their work on Jerstad-Agerholm School project. Non-program transactions include recording $8.7 million in expenses for open enrollment and youth options and $8.96 million of charges for private school vouchers. Finally, it should be noted pre-audit and year-end adjustments are not yet completed, including the final health care cost reconciliation and the interfund transfer to the special education fund.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend the acceptance of the monthly financial statements.
ACTION TAKEN:
Combined Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes Fund Balance
Revenues by Source, Expenditures by Function
MONTHLY BUDGET
19-Jul-2017 9:27 am
BOE1C V10
ALL GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
2016 - 2017 Jun MTD Jun YTD
Balance Enc/Com Actual ActualBudget 1%Exp 2015 - 2016
Jun YTD
Revenues By SourceRevenue
Property Taxes 0 100 84,531,348 0 84,531,348 0 85,618,969
Local Sources 180,835 104 4,180,270 293,801 4,361,105 0 3,181,142
Intermediate Sources 29,506 118 160,430 172,690 189,936 0 202,495
State Sources (246,448) 100 171,870,184 3,652,510 171,623,736 0 163,407,396
Federal Sources (9,158,796) 72 32,474,644 2,482,637 23,315,848 0 30,137,493
Other Sources 362,201 268 216,190 (108) 578,391 0 1,602,930
97 (8,832,702) 0 284,600,364 284,150,425 Total Revenue 293,433,066 6,601,531
Expenditures By FunctionInstruction
Regular Instruction (546,218) 101 93,182,690 8,870,315 93,677,408 51,499 92,716,950
Vocational Instruction 16,076 100 5,416,804 620,786 5,400,474 254 5,110,558
Special Instruction (976,350) 103 38,501,521 3,755,565 39,472,773 5,098 38,836,609
Other Instruction 182,849 97 7,248,637 862,659 7,045,145 20,643 6,909,944
101 (1,323,643) 77,494 145,595,800 143,574,061 Total Instruction 144,349,651 14,109,325
Support ServicesPupil Services (417,771) 102 17,766,817 1,769,860 18,022,175 162,414 17,066,866
Libraries & Instructional Support 479,128 97 19,041,035 2,228,930 18,500,104 61,804 18,546,749
General Administration 83,911 97 3,098,443 386,818 3,010,915 3,617 3,226,315
Building Administration (2,525) 100 13,637,018 1,565,743 13,636,708 2,835 12,830,699
Facilities, Transportation & Finance (3,273,335) 106 57,176,577 10,738,300 55,287,671 5,162,241 86,961,212
Central Services (232,981) 103 9,254,343 951,959 9,177,213 310,111 8,537,187
Insurance 191,941 79 914,860 31,513 722,919 0 1,020,878
Debt Payments 844 100 15,917,151 53,769 15,916,307 0 7,478,805
Other Support Services 120,591 69 386,795 37,413 266,204 0 345,663
Food Service 1,530,189 85 10,026,020 886,484 8,481,071 14,760 10,801,871
Community Service 162,035 87 1,269,535 127,486 1,059,117 48,383 897,587
101 (1,357,974) 5,766,166 144,080,402 167,713,831 Total Support Services 148,488,595 18,778,276
97 522,508 88,409 19,807,611 15,142,340 Total Non-Program Transactions
20,418,528 18,024,272
Total Expenditures By Function 101 (2,159,108) 313,256,774.17 50,911,873 309,483,814 5,932,069 326,430,232
Excess (deficiency) of Revenues over expenditures (19,823,708) (44,310,342) (24,883,450) (5,932,069) (10,991,810) (42,279,807)
Other SourceOther Financing Sources (Uses)
Transfer From Other Funds (34,392,875) 0 34,392,875 0 0 0 33,854,899
Other Financing Sources 5,472 100 22,369,889 6,750,800 22,375,361 0 43,016,022
Transfer To Other Funds 34,381,421 0 (34,381,421) 0 0 0 (33,854,899)
100 (5,982) 0 22,375,361 43,016,022 Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)
22,381,343 6,750,800
Total Other Source 100 (5,982) 22,381,343.00 6,750,800 22,375,361 0 43,016,022
53,393,505 Fund Balance Begining of Year
2,557,635 Net Change in Fund Balance
55,951,140 Fund Balance End of Year
(2,508,089)
53,393,505
50,885,416
1Includes Funds 10, 21, 23, 27, 29, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 80
Fund 10 - General Fund
Combined Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes Fund Balance
Revenues by Source, Expenditures by Function
MONTHLY BUDGET
19-Jul-2017 9:14 am
BOE1C V10
2016 - 2017 Jun MTD Jun YTD
Balance Enc/Com Actual ActualBudget 1%Exp 2015 - 2016
Jun YTD
Revenues By Source
Revenue 72,926,577 72,926,577 0 100.00% 77,839,657 0 0Property Taxes
2,287,522 2,324,142 -36,620 101.60% 1,221,930 0 97,823Local Sources
118,000 177,829 -59,829 150.70% 165,488 0 171,190Intermediate Sources
159,449,790 159,202,818 246,972 99.85% 150,409,756 0 284,798State Sources
16,105,685 10,052,169 6,053,516 62.41% 14,511,144 0 1,096,757Federal Sources
156,655 373,144 -216,489 238.19% 715,897 0 108Other Sources
251,044,229Total Revenue 97.61% 245,056,679 5,987,550 244,863,872 0 1,650,676
Expenditures By Function
Instruction 93,074,310 93,611,532 -587,574 100.63% 92,586,916 50,351 8,859,654Regular Instruction
5,405,777 5,399,724 5,799 99.89% 5,065,662 254 629,966Vocational Instruction
250,440 181,556 68,245 72.75% 234,686 639 30,492Special Instruction
6,643,647 6,552,772 74,237 98.88% 6,339,301 16,638 810,567Other Instruction
105,374,173Total Instruction 100.42% 105,745,585 -439,293 104,226,565 67,882 10,330,679
Support Services 11,941,401 12,054,215 -275,215 102.30% 11,445,449 162,402 1,207,170Pupil Services
14,537,572 13,923,659 558,003 96.16% 14,253,293 55,910 1,596,709Libraries & Instructional Support
3,068,456 2,996,438 68,401 97.77% 3,214,284 3,617 387,645General Administration
13,630,448 13,628,395 -782 100.01% 12,830,699 2,835 1,564,530Building Administration
40,729,007 39,937,410 -489,593 101.20% 40,503,936 1,281,189 4,613,135Facilities, Transportation & Finance
9,222,929 9,139,479 -226,661 102.46% 8,501,176 310,111 947,390Central Services
710,593 722,919 -12,326 101.73% 788,119 0 31,513Insurance
485,767 485,667 100 99.98% 3,329 0 53,769Debt Payments
386,795 266,204 120,591 68.82% 345,663 0 37,413Other Support Services
94,712,969Total Support Services 100.27% 93,154,386 -257,482 91,885,948 1,816,064 10,439,274
19,691,913Total Non-Program Transactions
97.20% 19,141,172 550,741 14,208,968 0 17,824,239
219,779,055Total Expenditures By Function 100.07% 218,041,143 -146,034 210,321,481 1,883,946 38,594,191
Excess (deficiency) of Revenues over expenditures 31,265,174 27,015,536 5,841,516 34,542,391-1,883,946-36,943,515
Other Source
Other Financing Sources (Uses) 212,896 0 212,896 0.00% 66,030 0 0Transfer From Other Funds
2,388,067 2,393,539 -5,472 100.23% 1,022 0 800Other Financing Sources
-34,180,720 0 -34,180,720 0.00% -33,788,869 0 0Transfer To Other Funds
-31,579,757Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)
-7.58% 2,393,539 -33,973,296 -33,721,817 0 800
-31,579,757Total Other Source -7.58% 2,393,539 -33,973,296 -33,721,817 0 800
41,525,122Fund Balance Begining of Year
Net Change in Fund Balance
41,210,539Fund Balance End of Year
41,525,122
70,934,197
29,409,075-314,583
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Please approve the following disbursements for June 1-30, 2017
Beginning Ending
Account Check Number Check Number Amount
General Fund - Johnson Bank 103252 103830 8,945,308.53
Payroll - Direct Deposit 98183410 98189958 7,908,364.03
Payroll - Non-Direct Deposit 97904530 97904546 10,788.90
Social Security and Medicare 1,915,224.24
WRS 1,633,808.94
Debt repayment & OPEB Requirement -
Total Disbursements 20,413,494.64
Please approve the following receipts for June 1-30, 2017
Account Amount
General Fund 54,263,838.92
Debt Borrowing/Investments -
Total Receipts 54,263,838.92
Detailed reports are available for review at the School District offices in the Business Services area.
All disbursements and receipts noted above are within the limitations described in Board Policy
Executive Limitation - 6 and legally delegated to the administration through the Chief Executive Officer
or his/her delegate.
Racine Unified School District
Board of Education
July 24, 2017
Student Services
Agenda Item: Tabulation of Reported Incidents by Students to Staff
Presenting: Andrea Rittgers, Director of Student Services
Description: During the time period June 1, 2017 through June 30, 2017 there were 6
total reported incidents. There were 5 incidents reported at the elementary
level, 1 at the middle school level, and 0 at the senior high level.
During the time period June 1, 2016 through June 30, 2016, there were 3
total reported incidents. There were 3 incidents reported at the
elementary level, 0 at the middle school level, and 0 at the senior high
level.
Of the total number of incidents this month 83% involved Special
Education students. These 5 Special Education students represent .0015%
of the total Special Education population. Regular Education students
were involved in 17% of the incidents reported. This 1 Regular Education
student represent .0001% of the total Regular Education population.
The total number of incidents to date for the 2016-2017 school year is 271
(2015-2016 school year is 422).
Recommendation: Approval of the incidents report as presented.
Action Taken:
Tabulation of Reported Incidents by Student to Staff
2016-2017 School Year
June 2017
School
Date of
Incident Initials Tchr
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Jerstad-Agerholm Elementary 06/06/17 MS 1 5 EBDJerstad-Agerholm Elementary 06/01/17 TD 1 4 EBDOlympia Brown Elementary 06/26/17 BM 1 3 EBDS.C. Johnson Elementary 06/19/17 LA 1 K SDDSchulte Elementary 06/08/17 DJ 1 5 AMitchell Middle 06/06/17 TW 1 7 -Totals 0 0 4 0 2 0 0
Tabualation of Reported Incidents by Students to Staff
2016-2017 School Year
June 2017
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Previous Total 265 156 8 101 0 10 2 15 66 186 12 2 26 0 4 5 4 14 16 14 32 5 16 6 79 5 25 2 18 4 12 4 5 6 10 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 3
Total to Date 271 157 8 105 0 11 2 15 66 186 12 2 26 0 4 5 4 14 17 14 32 5 16 6 80 5 26 2 20 4 12 5 5 6 10 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 3
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Office of the Deputy Superintendent
AGENDA ITEM: Children’s Hospital Community Services Partnership Agreement
Contract Extension
PRESENTING: Julie Hueller, Collaborative for Children’s Mental Health Community
Manager
DESCRIPTION: Children’s Hospital Community Services Program is currently
providing a 1.0 FTE Master’s level therapist at three of the current
elementary schools in our district (Fratt, SC Johnson, and Wadewitz).
Children’s Hospital Community Services oversees the clinical
operation of these clinics and is responsible for maintaining the
current DHS Chapter 35 Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Branch
Application to each of the three elementary schools.
The initial RFP was for a two-year period, which is expiring. For
continuity in treatment, we are seeking to assure this provider be
allowed to continue to offer their current level of service to students at
the above named elementary schools.
FISCAL NOTE: Each site will have a funding gap (after third party reimbursements) of
$52,000 for each school. The fee also covers all necessary operational
and supervisory employees.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the Children’s Hospital Community Services Partnership
Agreement Contract Extension for one year with possible two-year
extension upon mutual District and Children’s Hospital Community
Services agreement.
ACTION TAKEN:
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services | Response to RFP #15-021 | 1
Response to RFP #15-021 School Based Mental Health Pilot
Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin d/b/a Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community
Services (CHWCS) is the largest private, nonprofit, nonsectarian provider of community-based child and
family services and child welfare services in Wisconsin. Established in 1889, our mission is to improve
the health status of children by building, sustaining, and enhancing a nurturing environment for
Wisconsin’s children. CHWCS provides a service continuum aimed at providing quality, community
based services that are focused on the unique and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Through
our affiliation with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, we have a unique ability to serve the holistic needs
of the child and family and coordinate systems of care to help our clients achieve health, safety,
permanency, and well-being. This integration also brings additional resources including grant writing and
fundraising, financial management, human resources, quality training programs, and contract/ grant
management expertise. CHWCS provides child and family counseling services in communities
throughout Wisconsin, including Racine.
2.04a Referral Criteria and Process. CHWCS currently operates school-based mental health
sites in several communities across the state of Wisconsin. Thus, we have experience with such
arrangements within schools and receiving referrals for students, and are fully prepared to create a branch
office location within the Racine Unified elementary school(s) should we be selected. As part of our
service delivery, we would integrate educational opportunities for staff in the schools to understand more
about the mental, emotional and behavioral health needs of children and criteria for referrals. We
anticipate that the school will refer the child and family in need of services. Upon our therapist receiving
parental consent for treatment, our therapist will conduct an initial assessment with the child, develop a
collaborative treatment plan and provide regular therapy in the school setting. CHWCS staff has a long
history and extensive experience working with diverse populations. Our programs serve children and
families from a wide range of ethnic, racial, religious and socio-economic backgrounds.
We collaborate with schools in various ways when working with clients, subject to having
releases from the family, to engage school staff in their plan of care. Further, as an agency, we provide
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integrated mental health services in schools in numerous communities statewide including Eau Claire,
Marshfield, Madison and Stevens Point. For example, in Madison, our therapists provide school-based
mental health services in the Madison Metropolitan School District and surrounding school districts
through FACE Kids and Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS). Our staff has
experience developing group curricula and co-facilitating groups in the areas of depression, anxiety,
social skill building, anger management, self-esteem building and trauma. In the Eau Claire area, we
provide both individual therapy at elementary, middle and high schools as well as group based therapy in
secondary schools. Thus, we have direct experience implementing similar programs elsewhere in the state
and can use those experiences and lessons learned to successfully implement programming in the Racine
Unified School District. We are confident that this experience will enable us to provide effective services
to children served through this program that is both responsive to and considerate of their needs. All
CHWCS mental health clinics are licensed through the state of Wisconsin, and in accordance with DHS
35. We have numerous clinics that are also licensed as satellite clinics.
2.04b Parent Consent. Our therapists would obtain parental consent prior to treatment as well as
for any consultation that therapists may provide with school personnel. Many of our clients provide
consent for our therapists to work directly with their teachers, school social worker, school psychologist
or other school personnel as part of their treatment plan. Depending on the child’s needs, this may
include significant involvement with school personnel, attending Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
meetings and other support.
2.04c Third-Party Billing. All CHWCS Child and Family Counseling billing is processed by
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin through the EPIC billing system. Medical Assistance, Badger Care and
other third party insurance (commercial insurance) are billed through this system. When claiming
payment for services, staff exercises diligence and care in order to ensure the accuracy and integrity of
these charges. Each individual entering charges and procedure codes is responsible for compliance with
applicable billing regulations.
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Ensuring access to services is of critical importance to us. CHWCS is able to provide services to
all students at the school regardless of their health insurance coverage and/or ability to pay. Providing
such services to children and families regardless of their ability to pay is consistent with our core values
as an agency. This is how we currently operate as we work to serve the mental health needs of children
who are uninsured or underinsured. Our providers are credentialed through many different insurance
companies and Medicaid and often practice out of more than one clinic location. We could easily expand
the credentialing of our providers involved in this pilot to include the school based clinic as one of their
sites.
Even when families do have coverage, Medicaid and insurance reimbursement do not cover the
full cost of providing mental health services, particularly with the high level of collaboration needed to
work with children. Therefore, we rely on the support from the United Way, Children’s Hospital of
Wisconsin and philanthropic support in order to cover the gap between the reimbursement received and
the full cost of delivering these services. To ensure affordability, we also offer a sliding fee scale,
payment plans and financial assistance through Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin for eligible clients.
Families who are undocumented would be eligible for this support as well.
2.04d Dedicated Staff. CHWCS will assign one full-time therapist to each school for which we
would be awarded the contract. Our goal is to improve the well-being of children and families
experiencing mental health and behavioral issues. The foundational framework for our counseling
program stems from the idea that a child lives within a family and a family lives within a community. Our
therapists are mindful of the all of these influential factors while working with children, parents and other
family members to address problems and improve social and emotional difficulties.
2.04e Background Checks. At CHWCS, all employees must successfully complete
educational requirements on Ethics, Boundaries, and Cultural Diversity, Health and Safety including
CPR, Universal Precautions, and Basic First Aid Training, confidentiality, trauma informed care, and
the organization’s code of business conduct. In addition, all employees must complete background
checks prior to employment and at regular intervals during their employment. The protection of
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confidential and sensitive information is of utmost importance to CHWCS and the organization has
policies and procedures in place to ensure such information is properly handled and safeguarded as
well as the disposition of such information. CHWCS understands that the Racine Unified School
District will conduct appropriate background checks on therapists assigned to the pilot project in
accordance with the school district’s requirements.
2.04f Therapy Services. Our therapists have extensive experience working with children of all
ages from infants to adolescents as well as parents and families. Therapists are committed to empowering
families to thrive and grow. We provide support and help children and families cope with issues like
physical or sexual abuse, neglect or trauma, depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, parent-child
conflicts, and anger management. Our therapists are skilled in providing individual, family and group
therapy and use standardized assessments, as relevant and appropriate for the client, to track
outcomes. Our Racine office employs a number of assessment and screening tools depending on the child
and family’s needs. Assessment tools that we use include:
• Achenbach System of Empirically
Based Assessment (Child Behavior
Checklist)
• BDI (Beck Depression Inventory)
• Behavior Assessment System for
Children
• Child Sexual Behavior Inventory
• Eyberg Child Behavior
Inventory/Sutter-Eyberg Student
Behavior Inventory
• Parenting Stress Index
• Suicidal Ideation Questionnaire
• Trauma Symptom Checklist for Young
Children
• Trauma Symptom Checklist for
Children
• Trauma Symptom Inventory
• UCLA PTSD
• Index For DSM IV
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Our therapists are experienced in providing trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapies.
Our approach requires collaboration with a variety of community organizations to ensure seamless
delivery of services to children and families in need. We work closely with other health care/ social
service providers, community agencies, schools, parents, and others to address children's physical,
emotional, and social needs. Our therapists also have experience working with school personnel,
providing educational sessions/ presentations as well as consultations with staff, subject to parental
consent. We utilize a strength-based approach to families and always strive to support families who
struggle with multiple needs. It is hard for families to truly address mental health needs if their basic
needs are not met. Although we are not offering in-school psychiatry services, we are experienced in
making appropriate referrals both internally to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin and within the
community to connect the child to the right services as timely as possible. Further, we also understand
that one of the schools is participating in the Racine Higher Expectation Program and we welcome the
opportunity to explore how our services may complement that program.
2.05 Staffing Requirements. As discussed above, CHWCS is well-positioned to meet the
staffing requirements and therapy services outlined in this Request for Proposals. Our therapists are
experienced in providing assessments, treatment on a wide variety of mental, behavioral and emotional
health needs, consultations, and making referrals when needed. Therapy services will be provided by a
Child and Family Therapist II. This position requires a master’s degree, 3,000 hours post-master's degree
supervised psychotherapy experience and current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
(LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Professional Counselor (LPC) from the State of
Wisconsin. A position description is included in Attachment A. CHWCS hires therapists with experience
working with victims of sexual, emotional, and physical abuse and working with families of diverse
ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. All of our therapists primarily serve children and
adolescents. As part of this, we also provide services to families and caregivers as needed when most
clinically appropriate. Given the size of our clinics, many of our therapists have been able to further
develop a specialty with particular age groups or issues. For instance, we have several therapists who
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work primarily with preschool children to address their emotional and behavioral concerns early on in
life. This enables these children to get on track with their development and be less impaired by these
issues over the course of time.
Our staff has an extensive history of working with families from diverse ethnic, cultural and
socio-economic backgrounds. Currently, languages spoken by our therapists include English. Through
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, however, we have access to phone interpretation and document
translation services in a wide range of languages for families. As an agency, we are also committed to
delivering services in a culturally aware manner and provide training to our staff in this area. Most of our
educational and promotional materials are already developed in both Spanish and Hmong. While we do
not currently have a therapist on staff that is Spanish-speaking, we plan to include this as a preference
when recruiting for the Child and Family Therapist(s) II that would serve this program. That said, we
cannot guarantee that we will be able to hire a Spanish-speaking therapist.
We anticipate that 60 percent of the therapist’s time will be spent on direct therapy, which
equates to approximately 1,248 hours of direct therapy per year. During the school year, therapists would
be on-site at schools, but would also be available to see the students during the summer and other breaks
when the school is closed through our outpatient clinics. Likewise, if a child’s family needs to be directly
involved in therapy, they can transition to being seen at one of our outpatient (non-school-based) clinics.
We would also work with the Racine Unified School District to accommodate services outside of
the regular school day, such as educational sessions for parents in the evening, training for teachers and
staff during in-service or other opportunities that may be appropriate. We would work closely with the
Racine Unified School District to determine the best approach and times for delivery of such
programming.
2.06 Hours of Operation. CHWCS will work with the pilot schools to establish hours of
operation. As noted above, CHWCS is fully prepared to offer services during the summer and other
school breaks. We have two outpatient clinics in Racine County, but would also be willing to provide
services at the school site during breaks if such arrangements can be made with the pilot schools.
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2.07 Ongoing Communication and Coordination. As discussed above, our Child and Family
Counseling program is well-versed in working with school personnel and parents to meet the needs of the
children we serve. We will conduct a general needs assessment with the school to determine consultation
and training needs and preferences. Before consultation regarding an individual, therapists will obtain
parental consent. Our therapists will also arrange opportunities for staff education sessions and
presentations on broader topics regarding mental health and wellness. Our therapists are skilled in
providing both formal and informal education opportunities. We will work closely with the schools to
establish such communication processes and to coordinate educational opportunities.
2.08 Recordkeeping. CHWCS has extensive experience managing records and ensuring
confidentiality and privacy. The agency utilizes an EPIC electronic records system for all mental
health records. Child and Family Counseling therapists enter client diagnoses, treatment progress
notes, and billing codes through this confidential system. Records are only released with
parent/legal custodian’s written consent.
2.09 Liability Insurance. CHWCS has attached documentation of liability insurance and
will maintain insurance with limits to meet the requirements of this Request for Proposals, as
required by the Racine Unified School District.
2.10 Interpreter Services. Our affiliation with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin provides
additional supports and services that enhance the delivery of this program. Through Children’s Hospital of
Wisconsin, we have access to phone interpretation and document translation services in a wide range of
languages for families. These services are provided at no cost to families.
2.11 Term. We understand the pilot project is for two years, encompassing the 2015-2016 and
2016-2017 school years. CHWCS is poised to quickly begin moving forward with planning and
implementation following the award of the contract. We propose the following timeline for
implementation.
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School Based Mental Health Pilot Project – Proposed Implementation Timeline Activity Timeframe
Notification of Award July 20, 2015 Post Position Opening(s) for School Based Mental Health Child & Family Therapist II
July 2015-August 2015
Hire Staff August 2015 Staff training/ orientation August-September 2015 Coordination with school personnel on logistics, hours of operation, etc
August 2015
Begin providing services on-site, including direct therapy and consultation services
September 2015
Education sessions offered throughout the school year
September 2015-June 2017
Quarterly evaluation reports submitted (specific dates to be determined in consultation with Racine Unified School District)
December 2015-June 2017
2.12 Project Evaluation. Ensuring quality in the delivery of our programs is vital. The CHWCS
Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) department supports program leaders and staff through
creating standards and the infrastructure for quality data tracking, reporting and cataloging. The PQI
department also has access to Children’s Hospital and Health System Quality Division resources and
actively works to support system-wide quality initiatives. Further, our therapists meet the National
Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) standards. CHWCS is also accredited through the Council on
Accreditation (COA). We are fully prepared to submit quarterly evaluation reports. We are accustomed to
collecting the information outlined in the Request for Proposals and reporting back to funders on
outcomes. We track numerous outputs and outcomes for our program and also conduct a client
satisfaction survey. Our evaluation would include reporting on the following items and possibly others
that would be mutually agreed upon by CHWCS and the Racine Unified School District:
• Number of referrals
• Types of referrals
• Diagnoses / presenting issues
• Frequency and duration of treatment
• Time spent in direct service versus
administrative time
• Number of consultations with school
staff
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• Possible third party payment sources of
clients (as needed in order to study the
long-term sustainability of the project)
• Outcomes, when available
• Trends, unmet needs, etc.
• No show rates to appointments
• Student/parental satisfaction
• Tracking transition into middle school
(when applicable)
A logic model outlining our measurable outcomes is included on the following page.
Program: Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin-Community Services Child & Family Counseling Logic Model Situation: School-based Mental Health Pilot in the Racine Unified School District
Inputs Outputs Outcomes -- Impact Activities Participation Short Medium Long
Staffing: • Director of Mental
Health • Manager of
Community Services
• Direct Service Supervisor
• 1.0 FTE Therapist (MS &/or MSW), (LCSW, LMFT or LPC) in each school
Funding: • 3rd party billing of
insurance • Other donations
received • Grants
Certification: • State of Wisconsin
license • Council on
Accreditation
Memberships: • WAFCA • Alliance for Children
and Families
Child & Family Counseling Services: • Intake and
assessment • Treatment phase • Discharge planning
and/or referrals • Discharge
School staff consultation: • Holding trainings/
consultations for staff as needed and/or requested
• Availability to consult with staff as needed and/or requested
Parent consultation: • Work with parents to
facilitate family systems changes
• Regularly review treatment plans with parents
Community Collaboration: • Make referrals to
psychiatrists, primary care and other community services as needed
• Number and types of referrals received
• Diagnostic information
• Frequency and duration of treatment and number of no-shows/cancels
• Outcomes, such as number of clients who have improvements in scores on a standardized assessment, and completed goals on their treatment plan
• Student, parental, and staff satisfaction
• Number of staff and parental consultation meetings held
• Number of direct service hours
• Number of referrals made to community providers
• Clients feel that they have high quality services to meet their needs
• Clients begin to report less mental health symptoms
• Clients begin to show more prosocial behaviors at home, school, and the community
• Client’s basic needs are met through services or referrals
• Parents feel more engaged with their child and school
• School staff has a better understanding of mental health topics/issues
• Clients engage in services and begin to utilize other appropriate community resources, and feel more connected to their community
• Clients continue to show improvement in their mental health symptoms
• Clients continue to show more prosocial behavior at home, school, and the community
• Parents feel more engaged with their child and school
• School staff has a better understanding of mental health topics/issues
• Clients have overall more positive mental health, and have higher levels of prosocial behavior at home, school, and the community
• Clients report higher levels of life and relationship satisfaction overall
• Clients are able to positively give to the community
• Parents feel more engaged with their child and school
• School staff has a better understanding of mental health topics/issues
B.01 School Based Mental Health Clinics Projected Budget Year One/2015-2016 School YearYear Two/2016-2017 School Year
1 FTE per site Year One Total for 2 sites Year Two Total for 2 sites
Salary 46,296 92,592 47,119 94,238Benefits 13,875 27,750 14,122 28,244Supervision (incl tax & ben) 7,003 14,006 7,126 14,252Consultation 0 0 0 0Interpreter Services 0 0 0 0Office Supplies 1,073 2,146 1,060 2,120Cell Phone 429 858 424 848Billing Reimbursement 0 0 0 0Computer 1,073 2,146 0 0Printing 0 0 0 0Other: Staff Training 715 1,430 707 1,414Other: Travel 429 858 339 678Other: Credentialing 357 714 353 706TOTAL: 71,250 142,500 71,250 142,500
Administration 5% of Total 3,750 7,500 3,750 7,500
Total: 75,000.00 150,000.00 75,000.00 150,000.00
B.02 School Based Mental Health Pilot
State of Wisconsin DHS 35
All mental health clinics that are part of Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services are licensed through the state of Wisconsin, and in accordance with DHS 35. We have numerous clinics that are also licensed as satellite clinics.
We follow all of the recertification guidelines put in place by the state of Wisconsin. We are completely familiar with the process of obtaining a license and/or branch license, and would immediately apply for a branch office license if awarded this grant.
B.03 Certification of ability to bill 3rd parties
All CHWCS Child and Family Counseling billing is processed by Children’s Hospital of
Wisconsin through the EPIC billing system. Medical Assistance, Badger Care and other third party
insurance (commercial insurance) are billed through this system. When claiming payment for services,
staff exercises diligence and care in order to ensure the accuracy and integrity of these charges. Each
individual entering charges and procedure codes is responsible for compliance with applicable billing
regulations.
B.04 Vendor References
Provide company name, address, contact person, telephone number, and appropriate information on the product(s) and/or services(s) used for installations/services with requirements similar to those included in this solicitation document. If vendor is proposing any arrangement involving a third party, the named references should also be involved in a similar arrangement. Unless specified otherwise within this document, please provide a minimum of three (3) references.
Company Name: Eau Claire Area School District
Address: 500 Main Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Telephone: 715-852-3074 Contact Person: Robyn Criego, Director of SPED/Student Services
Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used: School based mental health services
Company Name: United Way of Kenosha County
Address: 5500 6th Avenue, Suite 210, Kenosha WI 53140
Telephone: 262-658-4104 ext. 19 Contact Person: Erin Morey, Director of Community Impact
Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used: Funder of our Child and Family Counseling services provided in the
Kenosha community
Company Name: NAMI-Racine
Address: 2300 DeKoven Ave., Racine, WI 53403
Telephone: 262-637-0582 Contact Person: Mike Boticki, Executive Director
Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used: Collaborator in supporting, educating and advocating regarding mental
health
Company Name: United Way of Racine County
Address: 2000 Domanik Dr., Racine, WI 53404
Telephone: 262-898-2240 Contact Person: Kimberly Payne, Vice President
Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used: Funder of our Child and Family Counseling services in the Racine
community and home visiting services provided by CHWCS
Company Name:
Address:
Telephone: Contact Person:
Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used:
B.05 Certificate of Liability Insurance
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DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCETHIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THISCERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIESBELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZEDREPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject tothe terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to thecertificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s).
CONTACTPRODUCER NAME:FAXPHONE(A/C, No):(A/C, No, Ext):
E-MAILADDRESS:
INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC #
INSURER A :INSURED INSURER B :
INSURER C :
INSURER D :
INSURER E :
INSURER F :
COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: REVISION NUMBER:THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIODINDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THISCERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS,EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS.
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(800) 509-4547 (877) [email protected]
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Should any of the above described policies be cancelled before the expiration date thereof, the issuing insurer will endeavor to mail 30 dayswritten notice to the certificate holder named.
Children's Service Society of Wisconsin, Incdba Children's Hospital of WI Community ServicesAttn: Sue Walczak620 S 76th StMilwaukee, WI 53214
B.06 Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
Racine Unified School District
Federal Executive Order (E.O.) 12549 “Debarment and Suspension” requires that all contractors receiving individual awards using federal funds, and all sub-recipients certify that the organization and its principals are not debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or agency from doing business with Federal Government.
Your signature certifies that neither you nor your principal is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any federal department or agency.
Name: Amy Herbst, Vice President
Company: Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin d/b/a Children’s Hospital of
Wisconsin Community Services
Address: 620 S. 76th Street, Suite 120
City, State, Zip Code: Milwaukee, WI 53214
Phone: (414) 453-1400 Fax: (414) 453-2538
Email: [email protected]
___________________________________ June 29, 2015___________
Signature Date
Attachment A
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Child and Family Therapist II
Job Code: 215110
OSHA II
Department: Counseling
Salary Plan: CSS
Orig. Date: 06/04
Immediate Supervisor: Counseling Supervisor or Counseling Manager
Cost Center:
Last Revised:
5/12 Division: Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin
FLSA: Exempt
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Child and Family Therapist provide individual, group and family therapy to children and their families in an outpatient setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.
• Provides service in a manner that demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to the client’s cultural values and beliefs.
• Assesses, diagnoses and treats children, adults and families with mental health/emotional problems.
• Assesses treatment needs.
• Ability to assume responsibility to assist in building and maintaining defined productivity level for number clients seen per week.
• Maintains positive working relationships with referral source and community organizations.
• Develops Treatment Plans on a quarterly basis with appropriate goal setting.
• Maintains case files including progress notes and other required paperwork/documentation.
• Completes insurance authorization paperwork throughout the course of treatment.
• Provides case consultation and case review with colleagues.
• Communicates with client collateral contacts, i.e. school personnel, health care providers, and family members.
• Reports aggregate client data to supervisor for use in reports to funding sources.
• Attends staff meetings.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field, plus 3000 hours post Master’s experience or PhD or PsyD from an APA accredited program.
• State of Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensure required or have temporary license with full licensure within 6 months of hire
Job Description: Child and Family Therapist II Page 2
This job description is intended to summarize the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of miscellaneous duties and responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED (Continued):
• Prefer experience in child welfare or a specialty (trauma, adoption, EMDR, etc.)
• Experience in working with victims of sexual, emotional, and physical abuse.
• Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds strongly preferred.
• Ability to provide quality individual, group and family therapy.
• Experience with post and pre-adoptive families desired.
• Play therapy experience preferred for child therapist positions.
• Cognitive Behavioral or Family Systems experience for adult therapist positions.
• Good written skills and good verbal communication.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Strong computer skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• General office environment.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
July 24, 2017
Chief Academic Office
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
AGENDA ITEM: Academic Standards for RUSD Curriculum and Instructional
Programs
PRESENTING: Rosalie Daca, Chief Academic Officer
DESCRIPTION: Wisconsin State Statute 120.12 (13)(b) require all school districts,
through action of the Board of Education, to formally adopt
educational standards as of July 2015. Racine Unified currently
operates under the standards below based on the OE-10 reporting:
Science – Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
English, Language Arts, Literacy, Mathematics – Common
Core State Standards (CCSS)
English, Language Arts, Literacy and Math (students in
alternative curriculum programs) – Essential Elements of the
Common Core
Early Learning – 4K Wisconsin Model Early Learning
Standards (WMELS)
Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses and programs
– Wisconsin Common Career and Technical Education
Music and Art – Wisconsin Model Academic Standards and
National Core Arts Standards
Physical Education – Wisconsin Model Academic Standards
and SHAPE American’s National Physical Education
Standards
All other subjects – Wisconsin Model Academic Standards
(WMAS)
(https://dpi.wi.gov/standards)
Additionally, Section 118.30 (1g)(a)1 of the Wisconsin State Statutes
also require the District to annually notify parents of academic
standards.
FISCAL NOTE:
RECOMMENDATION: To adopt the academic standards listed above for official use in the
Racine Unified School District Curriculum and Instruction programs
in the school year 2017-18 pursuant to section 120.12 (13)(b) of the
Wisconsin State Statutes. Furthermore, the Board of Education
approves the description above for public notification, via Racine
Unified School District website, of the said standards pursuant to
section 118.30 (1g)(a)1 of the Wisconsin State Statutes.
ACTION TAKEN:
RACINE UNFIED SCHOOL DISTRCIT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
JULY 24, 2017
CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICE and
CHIEF OF SECONDARY TRANSFORMATION OFFICE
AGENDA ITEM:
Textbooks for the Academies of Racine Career Pathway Courses
PRESENTING:
Christopher Neff, Ed. D., Director of Career & Technical Education
Christopher Thompson, Ed. D., Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
DESCRIPTION:
Adoption of new textbook for the following Career and Technology Education courses:
Nutrition – 105 copies (Case, Horlick & Park)
Nutrition for Foodservice & Culinary Professionals (9th ed.), Drummond ISBN-9781119148494
Pro Start 1 – 105 copies (Case, Horlick & Park)
Foundations of Restaurant Management (2nd ed. - Level 1 Student Print Package) National
Education Association Ed. Foundation
Introduction to Construction Systems 1 – 105 copies (Case, Horlick & Park)
Career Connections: One Trade, Many Careers. United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners
of America
Career Connections: Project Book 1. United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
Supporting Teacher Resources. United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America.
General Aviation – 35 copies (Horlick)
Aviation Maintenance Technician Series: General (3rd ed) Crane ISBN- 9781560277118
Aviation Mechanic Handbook (6th ed) Crane ISBN- 9781560278986
RATIONALE:
The Academies of Racine Career Pathway (Career and Technology Education) courses require the
purchase of new and/or updated textbooks to maintain alignment with our post-secondary
education and organizational partners. As a benefit of enrolling in these courses, RUSD students
can earn college credit from our post-secondary partners. The Career Pathway Impact teams that
developed our new RUSD course sequences also wrote new curriculum for these courses. The
Career Impact Teams involved RUSD teachers, building administrators, Academy Coaches,
Academy Team Leads, Department Chairs, Office of Secondary Transformation administrators,
and post-secondary education and organization partners.
EVIDENCE OF SUCCESS:
Prior to the implementation of the Career Academies (2016-17 school year), 969 Racine Unified
juniors and senior students participated in at least one college-level career pathway course. With
every RUSD student being in a pathway that incorporates college level courses and industry
credentials, our Career Impact Teams will be reviewing curriculum and resources to promote
student success.
FISCAL NOTE:
ServSafe (reflects removal of Sales Tax from quote) $10,746.21
Regional Council of Carpenters $ 3,740.04
Follett School Solutions $18,730.95
All orders include shipping.
Total Amount: $33,217.20
This recommendation will constitute as a textbook adoption for these courses. Future purchases
of these textbooks may occur.
RECOMMENDATION:
Board of Education approved the purchase of Career and Technology Education textbooks for an
amount not to exceed $33,217.20.
Wheeler, Brett <[email protected]> Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 2:57 PM To: Lawrence Pardo <[email protected]> Cc: Christopher Thompson <[email protected]>, Christopher Neff <[email protected]>
July 18, 2017
4869233 RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 3109 MT PLEASANT ST RACINE, WI 53404 PO# NONE
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SHIP TO:
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Description Qty Ordered Qty Status FSS $ Total $
(1) WILE 2017 NUTRITION FOR FOODSERVICE AND
CULINARY PROFESSION ISBN: 1-11-914849-9 ISBN-13: 9781119148494 Book
105 105 AVAILABLE (NEW) 160.59 16,861.95
(2) ASAI 2011 AVIATION MECHANIC HANDBOOK AD
(P) ISBN: 1-56027-898-6 ISBN-13: 9781560278986 Book
35 35 AVAILABLE (NEW) 14.46 506.10
(3) GOOD 2016 AUTOCAD AND ITS APPLICATIONS
BASIC (P) ISBN: 1-63126-425-7 ISBN-13: 9781631264252 Book
35 35 OUT OF STOCK 0.00 0.00
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35 35 AVAILABLE (NEW) 38.94 1,362.90
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Carpenters & Joiners Training Center740 Olive St.St. Paul, MN 55130Phone: 651-646-7337 Fax: 651-646-7395
DATE:
Bill To: CHRIS NEFF Ship To: southeast Wisconsin carpentry training cRACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT N25 W23055 PAUL RD3109 MOUNT PLEASANT ST Pewaukee,WI 53072RACINE ,WI 53404
ATT: JAMES ANDERSON
ACCOUNT NO. P.O. TERMS
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
105 13.13$ $1,378.65
34.59 $0.00
3.50 $0.00
CC0005D - One Trade, Many Crafts DVD, all TAE* and Instructor Guide 3.50 $0.00
105 CC0001M - Project Book 1 16.63 $1,746.15
CC0001G - Project Book 1 TAE 49.81 $0.00
CC0002M - Project Book 2 16.24 $0.00
CC0002G - Project Book 2 TAE 55.72 $0.00
CC003CM - Project Book 3: Commercial Construction 21.56 $0.00
59.44 $0.00
24.36 $0.00
75.57 $0.00
CCMATHM - Career Connections: Math for the Trades 28.91 $0.00
CCMATHG - Career Connections: Math for the Trades Instructor Guide 58.24 $0.00
3 CC0004D - The Virtual Shop 35.00 $105.00
3 25.00 $75.00
CCPASSM - One Trade, Many Careers for Pre-Apprenticeship Prog. 11.87 $0.00
CCPASSG - One Trade, Many Careers for Pre-Apprenticeship Prog. TAE 34.59 $0.00
5.93 $0.00
22.72 $0.00
$435.24
TOTAL 3,740.04
TAX -
AMOUNT DUE $3,740.04
Make all checks payable to Carpenters & Joiners Training Center, 740 Olive St., St. Paul, MN 55130If you have any questions concerning this invoice, contact Jon Mahan at 651-368-3433 or [email protected].
Shipping & Handling
CC003CG - Project Book 3: Commercial Construction TAE
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
July 19, 2017
CCPOST - L - Outreach Posters (set of 3) Large (3' x 4.5')
CC003RM - Project Book 3: Residential Construction
CC003RG - Project Book 3: Residential Construction TAE
CCEVQBC - Career Connections ExamView Assessment Quest. Bank
CCPOST - Outreach Posters (set of 3)
CC00SSG - One Trade, Many Careers TAE
JOB
CC00SSM - One Trade, Many Careers
CC0TAEC - Resource CD, all TAEs and Instructor Guide
THANK YOU!
“A” “B” “C” “D” “E” “F” “G”
IV V VI VII VIIA VIII IX X
Step BA BA+12 BA+24 MA NBTC MasteryMA+12 or
MA & Mastery
MA+24 or MA+12
& Mastery
PhD/EdD or
MA+24 &
Mastery
1 41,104 43,323 45,543 47,763 47,763 50,476 53,189 55,902
2 42,049 44,268 46,487 49,127 49,127 51,840 54,554 57,267
3 42,994 45,214 47,432 50,492 50,492 53,205 55,918 58,631
4 43,939 46,158 48,377 51,856 51,856 54,570 57,283 59,996
5 44,883 47,103 49,323 53,222 53,222 55,935 58,648 61,362
6 45,828 48,048 50,267 54,587 54,587 57,300 60,013 62,726
6a 46,570 - - - - - - -
7 48,993 51,213 55,951 55,951 58,664 61,378 64,090
7a 49,787 - - - - - -
8 52,682 57,841 57,841 60,554 63,267 65,980
9 54,152 59,731 59,731 62,444 65,157 67,870
10 55,622 61,622 61,622 64,335 67,047 69,761
11 57,092 63,511 63,511 66,224 68,938 71,651
12 58,562 65,401 65,401 68,115 70,827 73,540
12a 59,512 66,461 66,461 69,217 71,975 74,731
Step C-Psych IIIC-Psych IV
PhDStep BSN MSN
1 60,554 1 46,487 51,840
2 62,444 2 47,432 53,205
3 68,938 73,487 3 48,377 54,570
4 70,827 75,377 4 49,323 55,935
5 72,717 77,266 5 50,267 57,300
6 74,606 79,157 5a 51,082 58,229
6a 75,815 80,439
Level of
Preparation
Teachers who have been hired under an emergency permit will be frozen at Step 1 until the time that s/he has obtained the initial educator's license. At the time that , s/he will be
placed on the schedule commensurate with his/her applicable experience.
Teacher Salary Schedule 2017-18
BASIC SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PSYCHOLOGISTSBASIC SALARY SCHEDULE FOR NURSES
Grade Step One Step Two Step Three Step Four
2 $13.65 $14.13 $14.52 $14.89
3 $19.29 $19.74 $20.23 $20.76
4 $20.92 $21.40 $21.96 $22.41
5 $21.98 $22.51 $23.05 $23.67
6 $22.99 $23.60 $24.19 $24.79
7 $24.04 $24.67 $25.21 $25.82
8 $24.99 $25.67 $26.35 $26.99
9 $26.00 $26.68 $27.40 $28.10
10 $27.04 $27.74 $28.45 $29.21
2017-2018 Building Service Employee Salary Schedule
LEVEL II** LEVEL III LEVEL IV LEVEL V
High School + 30 college
credits & 1 year experience
or 10 years uninterrupted
employment experience as
an assistant withRUSD
60 college credits – 10
in education & 2 years
experience
90 college credits – 15 in
education & 3 years
experience
Step Hourly Hourly Hourly Hourly
1 $13.81 $14.38 $15.97 $17.10
2 $14.13 $14.73 $16.46 $17.70
3 $14.51 $15.01 $16.90 $18.11
4 $15.12 $15.59 $17.52 $18.78
Step Hourly Step Hourly
1 $15.75 1 $21.32
2 $16.57 2 $22.80
3 $17.02 3 $24.28
Educational Assistants 2017-2018 Master Salary Schedule
BRAILLE TRANSCRIBERS, HEARING
INTERPRETERS & LPN'sMATRONS
Positions required by the District to have bilingual skills will be placed on the Master Salary Schedule
and will be compensated an additional $1.00 per hour over and above the Schedule.
Progression from one level to another will be made at the closest corresponding step which guarantees
an increase in his/her salary.
Level Min Mid Max Technical Clerical Support
1 $12.15 $13.97 $16.50 Secretary 5
2 $14.18 $16.55 $19.95 Benefit Clerk HR Associate Secretary 6-7
3 $16.71 $19.85 $22.82 Secretary 8
Trainee Project Mgr Sec. Transformation Payroll Associate
Medicaid Billing & Prog. Spec
5 $18.96 $22.28 $25.59 Accountant Entry Level Accounts Payable Spec
6 $19.92 $23.40 $26.89 Printer Call Center Technician 1
Accountant Communications Marketing Spec Staffing & Substutites Spec Call Center Technician 2
Benefits Specialist ESEA Grant Spec Translator/Interpreter Spec Call Center Technician 3
Budget and Grant Spec Facilities & Projects Data Spec.
CFO Admin Assistant Family & Comm Engagement Spec
CEO Admin Assistant Payroll Spec
Communications Mulitmedia Spec Project Manager
8 $22.81 $26.80 $30.79 Admin Asst HR/ER BOE Admin Assistant Call Center Lead
Superintendent Exec Asst Call Center Technician 4
Painter
Accountant 1 Payroll Specialist 1 Carpenter
Budget Control/Workers Comp Spec School Data Systems Support Spec
Budget and Grant Specialist Staffing Specialist 1
Benefits Supervisor Health Services Supervisor Application Support Specialist
Facilities Supervisor Purchasing Supervisor HRIS Administrator
IMC Supervisor Sr School Data Sys Support Spec IS Trainer
Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor Transportation/Enrollmt Supervisor Network Administator
Payroll Supervisor Technical Project Supervisor
Family & Comm Engagemt Mgr Sr Leadership Acctbility& Effic Ld Applications Support Spec
Human Resources Manager Mental Health Collaborative Mgr
Priority Schools Prof Dev Spvr
Admin Supp Prncp Dean of Students Elementary ERP Spec
Assitant Principal Early Childhood Assistant Principal Elementary
Special Education Supervisor Coordinator School Climate Prgm
Supervisor Student Info Sys/Data Specialist Dual Lang Progrm
14 $33.82 $42.27 $50.72 Assistant Director Facilities Dean of Students Middle School
Middle School Assistant Principal
Asst Dir of Instruction & Curriculum Dir Personalized Lrning & STEAM Sr. Application Support Spec
Asst Dir of Special Education Director of Virtual Learning Sr. Network Support Spec
Dean of Students (200) Elementary Principal 1
Dir Career & Tech Ed Programs Facilities Director & Operations
Dir of Prof Development Fed, State & Loc Fnded Prog Dir
Director Budget/Grant Freshmen Academy Principal
Director Bus Svcs/Controller High School Academy Prncp
Director of Student Services Master Scheduler
Asst Dir Alternative Learning Elementar Principal 2 ERP Business Analyst
Director of School Support Middle School Principal Technical Serv Group Spvr
District Wide Admin Support Spec Walden III / REAL Principal
Early Learning Programs Director
17 $39.60 $51.48 $63.36 Principal 4K-8 Campus Director of Alternative Schools
Director of Bilingual & ELL Exec Director Human Resources
Director Performance & Eval Sys Executive Director Instruct & Curr
Executive Director Accountability Executive Director of ER
Executive Director Assessment High School Principal
Executive Director Special Ed Sr Leadership Accountability/Eff
19 $43.70 $56.81 $69.92 Deputy Chief of Schools
Chief Academic Officer Chief Information Officer
Chief Cmnctns & Cmnty Engmnt Chief Operations Officer
Chief Financial Officer Chief Secondary Transformation
Chief Human Resources Deputy Superintendent
16
18
$50.04 $65.06 $80.0720
$66.56$54.08$41.60
$38.72 $58.09$48.41
12 $30.65 $38.31
13
15
$32.19
$35.97 $44.96
$40.24
10 $24.95 $29.94 $34.93
11 $30.01 $36.02
$28.60
$53.95
$48.29
$45.97
$42.02
2017-2018 Leadership & Business Salary Schedule
Professional Support
9 $23.75 $28.50 $33.25
Leadership
7
$24.37$21.21$18.054
$21.18 $24.89
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Professional Conduct The District sets high expectations for its employees because of the important mission it has to serve its students and stakeholders. The vast majority of employees exemplify excellent job performance, work standards, and conduct to support the District mission and advance student success. In order to attain the District’s educational and organizational goals in an effective manner, sound management practice fully apprises employees of expectations for their conduct. This administrative regulation is intended to set forth the conduct and expectations that govern all District employees by outlining professional conduct. When an employee violates a District policy, procedure, rule, or regulation, whether written or unwritten, that employee shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination from employment as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Expectations for professional conduct include but are not limited to the following: 1. Act in good faith and with respect by practicing civility with students, staff and
community. Examples of behaviors that could be considered inappropriate include: Threatening, harassing, intimidating, interfering with, coercing, injuring, or
using abusive language toward students, employees or members of the public;
Disregarding the safety or well-being of others, and Participating in activity (e.g. commentary on social media, etc.) that
significantly detracts from the District’s image or reputation unless protected by the First Amendment.
2. Serve the public’s trust by responsibly safeguarding District resources. Examples
of behaviors that could be considered inappropriate include: Using, possessing or removing District property without authorization; Damaging District property; Engaging in non-charitable or business-related solicitation during assigned
work hours; Loitering or sleeping during assigned work hours or while on District
premises; Accessing, disclosing or copying confidential information or records without
authorization, and
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Accepting anything of value for the purpose of influencing judgment. 3. Honor the obligations of employment and law. Examples of behaviors that could
be considered inappropriate include: Engaging in insubordinate behaviors; Neglecting assigned job duties; Failing to cooperate with a District investigation; Falsifying, modifying, or altering any District documents or records,
including applications for employment, whether by omission or commission; Failing to be forthright; Being excessively absent or tardy and/or failing to follow appropriate
attendance reporting procedures; Reporting to work impaired by illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages, or
intoxicants, and/or impaired by the unauthorized consumption of prescription drugs or other legal substance;
Possessing, using, or selling illegal or unauthorized substances (i.e. drugs, drug paraphernalia, intoxicants, narcotics, or any other controlled substance.);
Possessing illegal or prohibited firearms or other weapons during assigned work hours or while on District premises;
Violating federal, state, and/or local laws/ordinances which are substantially job-related or render the employee unavailable for work due to incarceration;
Failing to comply with health, safety, and sanitation requirements, rules, and regulations, and
Failing to report child abuse or neglect.
2. Code of Ethics (4116.22) The Board endorses the following adaptation of the NEA Code of Ethics for
teachers: FIRST PRINCIPLE: The primary obligation of the teaching profession is to guide
children, youth and adults in the pursuit of knowledge and skills to prepare them in the ways of democracy, and to help them to become happy, useful, self-supporting citizens. The ultimate strength of the nation lies in the social responsibility, economic competence and moral strength of the individual American.
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SECOND PRINCIPLE: The members of the teaching profession share with parents the task of shaping each student's purposes and acts toward socially acceptable ends. The effectiveness of many methods of teaching is dependent upon cooperative relationships with the home.
THIRD PRINCIPLE: The teaching profession occupies a position of public trust
involving not only the individual teacher's personal conduct, but also the interaction of the school and the community. Education is most effective when these many relationships operate in a friendly, cooperative and constructive manner.
FOURTH PRINCIPLE: The members of the teaching profession have inescapable
obligations with respect to employment. These obligations are nearly always shared employer-employee responsibilities based upon mutual respect and good faith.
FIFTH PRINCIPLE: The teaching profession is distinguished from many other
occupations by the uniqueness and quality of the professional relationships among all teachers. Community support and respect are influenced by the standards of teachers and their attitudes toward teaching and other teachers.
Legal Reference: Policy adopted: April 11, 1977
Policy reviewed: March 16, 1998 Administrative Regulation revised: