School Board Meeting Notes - March 10th

Meeting Agenda

• Motion to approve agenda
  • Motion carries 6-0
• Motion to enter executive session
  • Motion carries 6-0
• Adjournment until 7:00 PM

Public Meeting - 7:00 PM

• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Dr. Heron
• School Board Spotlight
  • Celebration of achievements in wrestling championships
    • Preston White - State champion, 120-pound division
    • Caleb McNeil - State champion, 175-pound division
• Recognition of Coach Mason Marshall

Superintendent's Report

• Vision and Goals
  • Vision: Love and grow students
  • Mission: Focus on social-emotional development
  • Outcomes: Strategic Plan with 24 strategies
• General Budget Timeline
  • March: Review strategic plan amendments
  • April: Budget discussion and adoption of amendments
  • May: First reading of budget
  • June: Final readings and adoption
• Rezoning and Transition Planning
  • New elementary zones effective July 1, 2026
  • Focus on restructuring middle levels
  • Detailed timeline for planning and implementation
• Classroom Supports and AI Integration
  • Use of generative AI for instructional support
  • Exploration of Magic School AI for differentiation and assistance
  • Plans for professional development and voluntary use

Student Services Report

• March Madness Attendance Campaign
  • Districtwide competition to improve attendance
  • Weekly activities and spirit weeks to engage students
  • Success in reducing chronic absenteeism noted
• Safety and Security Updates
  • New vehicles for safety officers
  • Invitation to Superintendent's Emergency Responders Advisory Group meeting

Public Participation

• Community Concerns
  • Challenge of securing affordable practice facilities for youth sports
  • Discussion on facility use rates and potential community collaboration

Action Items

• Approval of employment items
• Approval of second and final readings of policy revisions
• First reading of bond resolution and capital projects

Discussion Items

• Fund Balance Policy Discussion
  • Proposal to increase reserve funds from 15-18% to 17-20%
  • Importance of financial stability amidst uncertainty
• Internal Auditor Statement of Work
  • Exploration of using external consultants for auditing
  • Focus on internal controls and policy adherence

Workshop Recap

• Discussion of legislative agenda and policy priorities
• Highlighted priorities for budget and policy changes
  • Teacher pay raises, class size reductions
  • Additional support personnel and special education staff
  • Facility usage policy review

Meeting Adjournment

• Motion to adjourn carries 6-0

Key Takeaways

• Continued focus on attendance improvement and student safety
• Exploration of technology to support individualized education
• Strategic planning for future zoning and budget considerations
• Ongoing evaluation and adjustment of financial policies