Mr. Brault made his board meeting opening statement regarding policy and process.

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1 Pasco School District No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2015, 6:30 p.m. C. L. Booth Education Service Center, 1215 West Lewis Street, Pasco, WA M I N U T E S CALL TO ORDER Mr. Brault called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. FLAG SALUTE Mr. Brault introduced Delta High School Principal Jenny Rodriquez who then introduced students Albert Gutierrez, Jennifer Tene, Joseline Tene, Deisy Cardoso, Fernando Cardoso, Crystal Ochoa, Bekah Hendrix and Cesar Arciniega who are all part of the Recycling Club. The students then led the flag salute. Ms. Mendez presented the students with Pride of Pasco pins and students introduced family members who were in attendance. Ms. Rodriquez also recognized Recycling Club Advisor, Denise Reddinger, who was unable to attend. PRESENT Board of Directors Ryan Brault, President Scott Lehrman, Vice President Steve Christensen, Member Sherry Lancon, Member Amy Phillips, Member Nayeli Cervantes, Student Representative Daphne Gallegos, Student Representative Adriana Mendez, Student Representative Administrators Saundra Hill, Superintendent Glenda Cloud, Deputy Superintendent Liz Flynn, Assistant Superintendent (excused) Sarah Thornton, Assistant Superintendent Audience Mark Rudeen Leslee Caul Jobetta Beaver Albert Gutierrez Megan Nelson Carla Lobos Alma Duran Mark Garrett Jenny Rodriquez Jennifer Tene Kathy Hayden Degan Bush Joseline Tene Deb Thurston Randy Nunamaker Deisy Cardoso Alisha Miller Howard Roberts, Jr. Fernando Cardoso Robin Hay Jose Hernandez Crystal Ochoa Nora Phongsa Cesar Arciniega Bekah Hendrix Maria Chapa Jose Hernandez Leslee Caul Tim Sullivan Pam Homer Daniel Gottschalk Braxton Bedya Colby Beaver Travis Thern Michael Cooke Jaden Brewer Larry Palmer Kyle Westover Kylee Sixkiller-Bossert Brooke Schuldheisz John Hergert Mr. Brault made his board meeting opening statement regarding policy and process. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Lancon moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April 28, 2015 as presented. Mr. Christensen seconded the motion; the motion carried. AGENDA REVIEW Board Meeting Minutes May 12,

2 Ms. Hill stated that an addendum had been added to 11A Certificated Actions and we are asking for an executive session. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Mr. John Hergert said farewell and expressed his appreciation for the time he served on the board. He will be leaving the area for the next year. He also congratulated the board on their decision to hire Michelle Whitney as Deputy/Successor Superintendent and thanked them and staff for the work they do on behalf of Pasco students. He also wished Ms. Hill the best in her upcoming retirement. COMMUNICATIONS Ms. Phillips acknowledged our teachers as they were recognized this week as part of Teacher Appreciation week. Ms. Lancon thanked all of the participants of the State Board of Education tours. They visited Pasco High where they had lunch and went on to Stevens Middle School and Franklin STEM Elementary. The SBE members were very impressed with the science project taking place (4 th graders dissecting eyeballs) and the computer lab, with 2 nd grade students. She expressed her gratitude for all the work that went into hosting this group, taking time out of everyday planning. She also attended the FFA plant sale and said what a great job the students did. Mr. Christensen attended the Count of Monte Cristo at Pasco High and complimented students and staff for the great job. He also attended the WSSDA Spring Regional meeting in Walla Walla where Alan Burke spoke on legislative happenings. Mr. Christensen visited Ochoa Middle School, where Ms. Ramirez hosted while he visited teachers and several classrooms. He acknowledged teachers for the great work they are doing. He also introduced the group of Boy Scouts and leaders in the audience, in attendance to complete one of their scout badges. Ms. Mendez reported that she was able to help out at the school with an award ceremony based on academic success and the Internship Fair for juniors. Ms. Gallegos volunteered at Captain Gray with Second Harvest, a mobile food bank and was House Manager of Pasco High s Count of Monte Cristo. She reported that it was hard not being on stage, but fun to gain a different perspective. Ms. Cervantes reported that she has been busy with school and AP testing and also participated in the Cinco de Mayo parade with MEChA where there were lots of activities and fun for the family. Mr. Lehrman expressed his appreciation for teachers and shared that his mom was a teacher and his wife is a teacher as well. He congratulated Vickie Wright for her State Employee of the Year award sharing that she treats all our kids with respect, calming their fears. He also announced that it is his birthday today. Mr. Brault echoed the comments recognizing teachers. He was a part of the SBE tour and reported that it was great to hear the students powerful stories. It is always a great reminder of why all of us spend the time we do serving students. He reported that Trino Chavez, a former student representative to the board is starting his practicum at Ochoa today and is very excited about becoming a teacher. Mr. Brault got to experience Trino s journey first hand as he finished his high school education, took on leadership roles and now coming back to Pasco as a teacher of Math and Science (bilingual). Ms. Hill was in Olympia on Friday to support recognition of Vickie Wright, stating that Vickie is very deserving of this award and represents a very strong classified staff group that support our students. It honors all of our staff. Ms. Hill reminded the board of several upcoming events leading into Board Meeting Minutes May 12,

3 graduation. Team Pasco Home Dedication, May 14, the Hispanic Academic Achievement Program (HAAP) at Toyota Center, May 15, and Afro-Americans for an Academic Society (AAAS) student recognition at PHS auditorium, May 17. She thanked all those involved in the SBE Tour stating that it is a treat get folks from the west side who make decisions to give up a day to learn about Pasco. REPORTS/DISCUSSION Transportation Update Mr. Hernandez gave an overview of the Transportation Department activities and projects required to meet the needs of the Pasco School District students. Discussion followed. ACTION ITEMS Community Eligible Provision - Mr. Nunamaker requested to move forward with a notification to OSPI of Pasco School District s intent to participate in the Community Eligible Provision (CEP). The Community Eligible Provision (CEP) is an option available under the United States Department of Agriculture s (USDA) Child Nutrition Programs that allows schools with high numbers of low-income students identified via direct certification processes to serve breakfast and lunch at no cost to all students in the school without collecting school meal applications. Information was presented to the board on April 28, 2015 in a study session regarding the potential eligible sites in the district. Possible advantages and challenges of CEP were also presented. The district has until June 30, 2015 to notify OSPI of its intent to participate in CEP. At this time staff recommends the district pilot CEP participation at Emerson Elementary School and Stevens Middle School for the school year. This will provide an opportunity to address any impacts or challenges in elementary and secondary settings. In addition based on the direct certification and meal participation data for these two schools, these schools should be able to receive 100% funding and increase the student participation in school meals. Thanks from Amy and Scott for providing all the information Ms. Lancon moved to go forward with a notification to OSPI of Pasco School District s intent to participate in the Community Eligible Provision (CEP). Ms. Phillips seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. Qualifications for Participating in Graduation Ceremonies - Ms. Cloud provided information about the graduation requirements and to seek input from the board on student participation in the graduation ceremony. Should students who haven t completed all the state and local graduation requirements be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony? Discussion followed. Ms. Phillips asked that it be noted that she would be in favor of allowing students to walk, if the assessment is submitted, but not yet received. The rest of the board agreed to maintain the current practice of not walking unless all requirements have been met. Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA) Legislative Proposals - Mr. Christensen reported that each year, WSSDA solicits legislative proposals from school district Boards of Directors. The Pasco board typically discusses, and ultimately votes on, which issues to submit. The approved proposals will be submitted by May 15 to the WSSDA committee. We will hear in August whether each of them get a Pass, Do Not Pass or a Sign on to Other Language. At that time the board will have another opportunity to vote on the next step. Board Meeting Minutes May 12,

4 The Legislative Assembly scheduled in September will consider the proposals for adoption for the next Legislative Session. Discussion followed. Mr. Christensen moved that the board submit a proposal that reads: WSSDA shall support legislation that addresses employee compensation for both classified and certificated school district employees across the state, that allow districts to be competitive in retaining competent employees that work in education. Ms. Lancon seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. ipal: Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Update and Online Options - Ms. Thurston updated the board on the current status of the district level ipal online learning program and provided information on the possible movement of the existing district program with an addition of an elementary program. She reported on the current enrollment and course work for school year and provided information about moving the existing program to the McLoughlin Middle School site with the possible addition of an elementary program. The board had the following questions: 1) How are students doing on state tests that pass at the 99% level. 2) Can we look at data on repeaters? 3) What are the passage rates at their home schools compared to this? Mr. Phillips moved to expand ipal K-12 Learning Program at McLoughlin. Mr. Christensen seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA Ms. Lancon moved to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Mr. Christensen seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. Approved Consent Agenda items include: Personnel approval of routine personnel items as presented Warrants Warrant Date: April 23, 2015 General Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $289, Capital Projects Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $2,450, Associated Student Body Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $31, Warrant Date: April 30, 2015 Payroll Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $161, Warrant Date: April 30, 2015 General Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $6,117, Capital Projects Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $66, Associated Student Body Fund warrants numbered in the amount of $24, Board Meeting Minutes May 12,

5 Marie Curie STEM Elementary Approval of Change Order No. 4 Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary School Approval of Change Order No. 3 Delta High School Approval of Change Order No. 2 Overnight Student Travel Chiawana High School Associated Student Body Leadership to Mt. Baker Leadership Camp in Randle, WA Overnight Student Travel Chiawana High School Associated Student Body Leadership to La Cima Leadership Camp in Randle, WA Washington Interscholastic Activities Association School Board Resolution and School Enrollment for the School Year FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Hill stated the next meeting is scheduled for May 25 and will include honoring retirees, a financial analysis report, a Highly Capable committee update and policies. EXECUTIVE SESSION The board went into executive session at 8:41 p.m. according to RCW (1)(i). Assistant Superintendent Sarah Thornton joined them. The session is expected to last approximately 15 minutes and will not require any action. Mr. Lehrman stepped back in to open session at 9:00 p.m. to announce that it would be an additional 20 minutes. ADJOURNMENT The Board of Directors adjourned at 9:20 p.m. President of the Board Secretary of the Board Board Meeting Minutes May 12,