JCSD E-Connection
Board updates, news, and events from the around the district
Week of June 13, 2022
All attempts are made to be as accurate as possible at the time of publication. Questions, comments, or concerns can be emailed to the JCSD Communications department at jcsdcomm@jdragonmail.us.
District News & Announcements
Billings Named Executive Director of School Leadership
Congratulations to Mr. Chris Billings on his new position at Johnston! Mr. Billings will begin his role as executive director of school leadership on July 1. He's served as principal at Summit Middle School for the past five years, and will make a great addition to the executive cabinet. Read More
JCSD Awarded the Teacher and Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship Pilot Grant Program
Alumni Event to be Held at Johnston Green Days
The Johnston Alumni Association will hold an Alumni Night at Johnston Green Days from 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 18 at Terra Park. Check in from 4 to 8 p.m. and socializing will last until midnight. All alumni and families are welcome. If you'd like to be included in Johnston Alumni Association events and communications, please click here to update your contact information and connect with classmates.
Board Highlights from June 13, 2022
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Superintendent Kacer provided strategic plan updates.
REPORTS
- Drop-In School Pilot Program
- Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) Results
- EAP/SAP Program Update
- Wellness Update
- First Reading of Policies 605.4 Technology and Instructional Materials, 607.2 Student Health Services, 303.1 Administrative Positions (Cabinet), 501.1 Resident Students, and 501.4 Entrance Admissions
- First Reading of Policies 501.7 Student Transfers Out or Withdrawals, 501.8 Attendance Records, 501.9E1 Request for Remote Learning Form, 501.10 Student Absences -Unexcused-Truancy, and 501.12 Pregnant Students
- First Reading of Policies 501.13 Students of Legal Age, 501.16 Homeless Children and Youth, 502.1 Student Appearance, 502.2 Care of School Property/Vandalism and 503.3 Fines, Fees, Charges
- First Reading of Policies 502.3 Student Expression and Student Publications, 502.3R1 Student Expression and Student Publications Regulation, 502.5 Student Lockers, 502.7 Smoking, Drinking, Drugs, and 502.9 Interviews of Students by Outside Organizations
ACTION ITEMS
- Approval of a 1.0 STRAT 1 position at Horizon Elementary (Approved)
- Two Additional Contract Days for Nurses (Approved)
- Approval of Additional Elementary Teaching Position for 2022-23 School Year (Approved)
- Approval of Superintendent Contract (Approved)
- Approval of Teacher Retention Bonus Pay (Approved)
- Authorize Public Hearing Date for Flexibility Account (Approved)
- Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Register, and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same (Approved)
- Approval of Continuing Disclosure Certificate (Approved)
- Resolution for the Issuance and Providing for and Securing the Payment of the Bonds (Approved)
- Approval of Policy 504.2 Student Organizations and Policy Exhibit 504.2E1 JCSD New Club/Organization Request Form (Approved)
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Board meetings are held in person at the District Office, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston. All public comments must be read in person. The board meetings are livestreamed and available on demand at https://team1sports.com/johnston/. The next board meeting will be held June 27, starting at 6 p.m.
CONTACT THE BOARD
Persons are encouraged to send questions, comments and suggestions to our board members. Each board member can be reached by email: Katie Fiala; Dr. Alicia Clevenger; Jennifer Chamberland; Deb Davis; Clint Evans; Soneeta Mangra-Dutcher; and Derek Tidball.
Johnston Community School District
JCSD Non-Discrimination Statement
It is the policy of the Johnston Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s Associate Superintendent, Dr. Nikki Roorda, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470, nikki.roorda@johnston.k12.ia.us.
Email: lynn.meadows@johnston.k12.ia.us
Website: johnstoncsd.org
Location: 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA, USA
Phone: 515-278-0470
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnstonCSD/
Twitter: @johnstoncsd