NORTHSHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETING MINUTES. November 22, 2016

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1 NORTHSHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETING MINUTES November 22, 2016 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Northshore School District was held Tuesday, November 22, 2016, in the Administrative Center in Bothell, Washington. President Amy Cast called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m., followed by the flag salute. ATTENDANCE Present: Amy Cast, David Cogan, Sandy Hayes and Ken Smith. Kimberly D Angelo participated via conference call. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOVED by Sandy Hayes and SECONDED by David Cogan to approve the regular Board Meeting minutes of November 8, By unanimous roll call vote, the MOTION CARRIED. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Election of Board President. President Cast conducted the election for the office of President of the Board for Director Smith nominated Director Cast to serve as President of the Board for Director Hayes SECONDED. With no further nominations, the nominations were closed. By unanimous roll call vote, Director Cast was re-elected President of the Board for Election of Board Vice-President. President Cast conducted the election for the office of Vice President of the Board for Director Smith nominated Director D Angelo to serve as Vice President of the Board for Director Hayes SECONDED. With no further nominations, the nominations were closed. By unanimous roll call vote, Director D Angelo was re-elected Vice President of the Board for Election of Audit Committee Member. President Cast conducted the election for the Audit Committee Member of the Board for Directors D Angelo and Cogan simultaneously nominated Director Smith to serve as Audit Committee Member of the Board for Director Hayes SECONDED. With no further nominations, the nominations were closed. By unanimous roll call vote, Director Smith was re-elected as Audit Committee Member of the Board for Election of Legislative Representative. President Cast conducted the election for the Legislative Representative of the Board for the two-year term from Director D Angelo nominated Director Hayes to serve as Legislative Representative of the Board for the two-year term from President Cogan SECONDED. Upon further discussion and consensus to have corepresentatives for this position, Director Hayes nominated Director D Angelo to serve as Legislative Co-Representative for the two-year term from Director Smith SECONDED. With no further nominations, the nominations were closed. By unanimous roll call vote, Directors Hayes and D Angelo were elected as Legislative Co-Representatives of the Board for the two-year term from

2 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 2 SUPERINTENDENT S REPORT Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reported on the following activities: School Improvement (SIP) Plan visit to Westhill Elementary on November 15, 2016 Canyon Creek PTA meeting on November 15, 2016 NSEA/Secondary Leadership Dinner on November 16, Annual WSSDA Conference November 17-19, 2016 Breakfast Club at Shelton View Elementary on November 22, 2016 Dr. Reid reported on receiving several s related to waivers that were directed to Dr. Bigelow for follow-up. Dr. Reid reported on her visits to Woodinville High School and Bothell High School to meet with staff regarding grading policies. Dr. Reid will be meeting with the Inglemoor High School staff to discuss grading policies on December 5 th. Asst. Superintendent, Heather Miller, and K-12 Curriculum Director, Obadiah Dunham, will be meeting with the junior high staff on this topic in early December. ASSOCIATION AND PUBLIC COMMENTS Northshore PTSA Council Woodinville Area VP, Carrie McKenzie, shared updates on recent activities including Northshore PTSA Council President Nancy Chamberlain s participation in the Open House at North Creek High School. Ms. McKenzie thanked the Board and Dr. Reid for their work on Resolution No. 750 Respectful Community. Ms. McKenzie thanked Director Smith for his participation in the discussion at the Islamic Center of Bothell. Ms. McKenzie thanked Dr. Reid, Karen Orsinger and Director Hayes for their attendance at the PTSA Council meeting. Ms. McKenzie shared plans for additional parent education sessions on various topics and expressed support for the effort to move start times to those that meet optimal health needs of students. Ms. McKenzie announced upcoming events including Reflections on January 5 th and Focus Day in Olympia January 16 th. Dr. Reid provided an update on common themes shared in recent s from community members on the topic of start times including concerns about daycare, later dismissal for late start elementary schools and the decision to roll forward 25 minutes even though that does not meet the 8:00 a.m. target start time. The following community members address the Board with thoughts and concerns about start times: Annette Whelan, Shawna Hill, Vikram Dharmaraj, Sandhya Sargunay, Wendy Reynolds, Jennifer Dowell, Katrina Meiusi, Heather Rudd and Richelle Strom. All expressed their appreciation to the Start Time Task Force for their time and dedication. Concerns included the inability to meet the goal of a start time no earlier than 8:00 a.m., difficulty of elementary students to engage in effective learning later in the afternoon, less time for family interaction after homework in the evenings, and the availability and increased cost of day care. Other concerns included the disruption of routine and medication schedules for FSA students and the onset of a reduction of melatonin during puberty. Those in favor viewed the recommendation as a step in the right direction and advocated for increased wages for bus drivers in order to attract a sufficient number to implement a system that would allow for a start time of 8:00 a.m. Corina Pfeil shared information about the Safe Place partnership under discussion with the District and local jurisdictions. Ms. Pfeil asked the Board to include in Resolution No. 750 language addressing bias, hate speech and harassment.

3 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 3 CONSENT AGENDA Payment of the Bills Approved. The Board approved the payment of the bills dated November 22, 2016, as follows: TRANSACTION WARRANT # WARRANT # DISBURSEMENT FUND DATE FROM TO TOTAL PAYROLL: RETIREMT WIRE TRSFR 11/3/16 $2,024, RETIREMT WIRE TRSFR 11/10/16 673, TOTAL: $2,697, GENERAL: WARRANTS 11/7/ $702, DIRECT DEPOSIT 11/7/ , WARRANTS 11/14/ ,792, DIRECT DEPOSIT 11/14/ , TOTAL: $2,522, CAPITAL PROJECTS: WARRANTS 11/7/ $163, DIRECT DEPOSIT 11/7/ WARRANTS 11/14/ , TOTAL: $572, ASB: WARRANTS 11/7/ $20, DIRECT DEPOSIT 11/7/ , WARRANTS 11/14/ , DIRECT DEPOSIT 11/14/ , TOTAL: $47, Personnel Report Approved. The Board approved the Personnel Report dated November 22, 2016, including certificated/classified new hires, resignations, leaves, and retirements as follows: Name Position Effective Newly Hired: Bayer, Timothy Paraeducator Inglemoor High School 11/14/16 Fagundes, Annie* Teacher Librarian Fernwood Elementary 11/28/16-6/22/17 Hanson, Amy School Assistant Woodin Elementary 11/01/16 Klein, Denise School Assistant Arrowhead Elementary 10/25/16 Laird, Tonya ELL Paraeducator Moorlands Elementary 11/07/16 McCoy Gibson, Tracy Paraeducator Timbercrest Junior High 10/31/16 Moll, Mollie* Sixth Grade Teacher Crystal Springs Elementary 12/05/16-6/22/17 Perez, Danika ELL Paraeducator Kenmore Elementary 11/07/16

4 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 4 Taylor, Danielle Paraeducator Inglemoor High School 10/31/16 Underwood, Monica Paraeducator Skyview Junior High 11/07/16 *Limited This contract, as provided for in RCW 28A is for the replacement of a regular certificated employee granted leave. Therefore, it is exempt from the renewal provision of the continuing contract law. Rehired: Arnold, Melissa Paraeducator Sorenson Early Childhood Center 11/08/16 Birr, Tiffany School Tech Specialist Sorenson Early 11/02/16 Childhood Center Lee, Vicki Paraeducator Northshore Junior High 10/18/16 McDonnell, Kimberley ELL Paraeducator Moorlands Elementary 11/07/16 Skofstad, Andrea Paraeducator Moorlands Elementary 10/31/16 Newly Hired Temporary/Hourly Employees or Substitutes: Assefi, Homa Substitute Teacher 10/31/16 Baker, Cynthia Substitute Teacher 10/21/16 Bamesberger, Nanette Substitute Teacher 10/26/16 Blaine, Tiffany Assistant Coach, Basketball Inglemoor High 11/14/16 School Bryan, Maura Substitute Personnel Support 10/04/16 Capps, Kristin Substitute Teacher 10/13/16 Charlton, Melisa Substitute Teacher 10/28/16 Engelmeyer, Deborah Technology Assistant Technology 11/15/16 Gillespie, Laura Substitute Teacher 10/25/16 Henry, Sean Technology Assistant Technology 11/14/16 Hutchens, Wendy Substitute Teacher 10/18/16 Jones, Christina Substitute Teacher 10/12/16 Littrell, Vanessa Substitute Teacher 10/25/16 Ranta, Timo Technology Assistant Technology 11/07/16 Salinas Hurato, Ruben Technology Assistant Technology 11/07/16 Sayah, George Head Coach, Boys Swimming Woodinville High 11/14/16 School Stroup, Kristin Substitute Personnel Support 10/20/16 Retiree/Rehired Temporary/Hourly Employees or Substitutes: Allen, Barbara Substitute Teacher 10/27/16 Kope, Mary Substitute Teacher 10/14/16 Tartarsky, Mary Substitute Teacher 10/27/16 Resignations: Affholter, Drew Paraeducator Woodmoor Elementary 11/03/16 Bragg, Kristen School Tech Specialist Cottage Lake Elementary 11/04/16 Bustamante, Tina ELL Paraeducator Moorlands Elementary 10/27/16 Cherry, Kaeleigh Sixth Grade Teacher Crystal Springs Elementary 12/02/16 Goodwin, Rebecca Teacher Librarian Kokanee Elementary 11/08/16 Home, Charlene SIS Implementation Analyst Technology 11/15/16 Kukuk, Jenna Special Education Teacher Kenmore Elementary 11/09/16 Retirements: Link, Robert Bus Driver Transportation 1/06/17

5 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 5 Position Changes: Anderson, Aaron Brooks, William From: Substitute Cook Assistant Food Service To: Substitute Bus Driver - Transportation From: Security Officer District To: Security Response Specialist District 10/20/16 10/31/16 Interdistrict Cooperation Contract for Native American Education Consortium for The Board approved the Interdistrict Contract for Native American Education Consortium for Extended Field Trips Authorized. The Board of Directors authorized the following field trip: Inglemoor High School, Paul Shulfer, to travel with 5 students and 2 coaches to Coeur D Alene, ID, December 15-17, 2016, to participate in the Tristate Wrestling tournament. MOVED by Sandy Hayes and SECONDED by Ken Smith to approve the Consent Agenda. By unanimous roll call vote, the MOTION CARRIED. ACTION ITEMS Approval of the and School Calendars. Director D Angelo requested data from surrounding districts on the length of time allowed for the February break. MOVED by David Cogan and SECONDED by Sandy Hayes to approve the and school calendars. By unanimous roll call vote, the MOTION CARRIED. Amendment Resolution No. 714A. MOVED by David Cogan and SECONDED by Ken Smith to approve Resolution No. 714A as written. By roll call vote, MOTION FAILED 2-3 with Directors D Angelo and Smith in favor and Directors Hayes, Cogan and Cast opposed. Amendment to Resolution No. 714A. MOVED by Sandy Hayes to amend Resolution No. 714A directing a high school start time of no earlier than 7:45 a.m. by the school year with the understanding that the Board will refine the policy criteria for healthy start time for all students by the start of the school year. SECONDED by David Cogan. By unanimous roll call vote, MOTION CARRIED. Start Time Task Force 2 nd Reading of Recommendation. MOVED by Sandy Hayes and SECONDED by Ken Smith to approve the Start Time Task Force Recommendation. By roll call vote, the MOTION CARRIED with a vote of 4-1 with Directors Smith, Hayes, D Angelo and Cast in favor and Director Cogan opposed. INFORMATION ITEMS District Budget Status Report for September The Board reviewed the District Budget Status Report for September Discussion WIAA. The Board discussed the option of designating a liaison to the WIAA. Director Hayes volunteered to be the WIAA Board Liaison for the school year.

6 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 6 Discussion Audit Committee. The Board reached consensus on addressing the need for an internal auditor after the strategic planning process has taken place and more Board study on policy governance has been completed. This topic will be addressed again in approximately three months. Resolution No. 750 Respectful Community. Board members reached consensus on retitling this document as a proclamation instead of a resolution and reviewing current bullying policies. BOARD REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Liaison Assignments Board Members chose liaison assignments for the school year as follows: Board Liaison to Capital Projects Task Force Director Smith Board Liaison to the Northshore Schools Foundation - Director Cast Board Liaison to the Northshore PTSA Council Director Cogan Board Liaisons to the Frank Love Scholarship Award - Directors Cast and Smith Board Liaison to to the SEPAC/HiCap Director D Angelo Board Liaison to the Enrollment Demographics Task Force Directors Hayes and D Angelo Board Liaison to the WIAA Director Hayes New Business Holiday Community Gift - President Cast suggested making a donation of books to classrooms and libraries that are more representative of the students in our classrooms on behalf of the Board in lieu of individual gifts for Board members. President Cast asked Board members to share with Dr. Reid any additional topics they wished to add to the agenda for the Joint Meeting with the Bothell City Council on November 29, Director Hayes announced the Federal Relations Network in Washington, D.C. at the end of January and suggested one Board member attend. Director Hayes offered to host a Roundtable with Suzan DelBene and will be considering possible dates and locations. Member Reports Kimberly D'Angelo No report. David Cogan reported on his attendance at the Northshore School Foundations meeting and commented on the upcoming Hour of Code December 5-9. Director Cogan with staff at Fernwood Elementary as Board Liaison. Director Cogan attended the School Improvement Plan (SIP) visit to Westhill Elementary on November 15 th, the Annual WSSDA Conference November 17 th 18 th and the Open House and ribbon cutting ceremonies at North Creek High School on November 29 th. Sandy Hayes reported on her attendance at the PSESD Equity Conference with Director D Angelo on November 10 th. Director Hayes attended the PTSA Council meeting, the School Improvement Plan (SIP) visit to Westhill Elementary on November 15 th, the Annual WSSDA Conference November 17 th 19 th, and the Open House and ribbon cutting ceremonies at North Creek High School on November 29 th. Ken Smith reported on his attendance at the School Improvement Plan (SIP) visit to Westhill Elementary on November 15 th and the Islamic Center of Bothell (ICOB) event on November 19 th.

7 Minutes of Meeting November 22, 2016 Page 7 Director Smith attended the Annual WSSDA Conference November 17 th 18 th and the Open House and ribbon cutting ceremonies at North Creek High School on November 29 th. Director Smith took part in the Bothell Police meeting about the Safe Space Program on November 22 nd. Amy Cast reported on her attendance at the Canyon Park Junior High PTA meeting on November 9 th as Board Liaison and commented on the STEM club. President Cast attended the School Improvement Plan (SIP) visit to Westhill Elementary on November 15 th and the Annual WSSDA Conference November 17 th 19 th. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:47 p.m. 12/13/16 Date Approved Dr. Michelle Reid, Secretary to the Board Amy Cast, President of the Board