JCSD E-Connection
Board updates, news, and events from the around the district
Week of November 18, 2019
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
JMS/SMS Mock Trial Teams Shine at State
Donate to the Winter Warmth Drive
The School Climate Committee at Summit Middle School is collecting winter warmth items to donate to the Johnston Partnership. The clothing items will be donated to families in need within the Johnston community and should be gently used or new. Some examples of winter clothing items you could donate to the drive include: hats, boots, gloves, snow pants, coats, scarves, and earmuffs. A range of sizes are needed, including small children up to adult.
Winter items can be brought to Summit Middle School, Active Wellness Chiropractic or Adara Salon & Spa for donating.
Three Cheers for the Math Team
The JHS Math Team attended their first competition of the season on November 9 at Waverly-Shell Rock High School. Two students placed: Aaron Guo (2nd in the Target round for 10th graders) and Anna Larson (3rd in the Target round for 10th graders). The team placed 5th out of 15 teams from around the state. Great job to the team members and coach Julie Probst!
The Dragon Phone-A-Thon is Happening Now!
Santa Pancake Breakfast
Unwrapped toys, personal items, and freewill donations will be accepted, with proceeds going to the Johnston Partnership.
Enjoy homemade pancakes and visit Santa during this fun event to kickoff the holiday season.
Saturday, Dec 7, 2019, 08:00 AM
Johnston High School, Northwest 100th Street, Johnston, IA, USA
Board Highlights from November 18
ACTION ITEMS
Approval of Financial Depositories (Approved)
Approval of Bank Depositories and Maximum Balances (Approved)
Approval of the FY19 Audit (Approved)
Approval of a New Club - Johnston Amnesty International (Approved)
Approval of a New Club - SMS ISTEP (Iowa Students for Tobacco Education and Prevention) (Approved)
Approval of a New Club - JMS ISTEP (Iowa Students for Tobacco Education and Prevention) (Approved)
Approval of Policies 100 Legal Status of the School District, 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors, 210.1 Annual Meeting, 215 Board of Directors' Records, and 704.5 Student Activities Fund (Approved)
Approval of Policy 203 Board of Directors' Conflict of Interest (Approved)
Approval of Policy 216.2 Board of Directors' Member Development and Training (Approved)
Approval of Policy 210.6 Quorum (Approved)
Approval of Policy 206.2 Vice President (Approved)
Approval of Policy 202.4 Vacancies (Approved)
Review of Election Results (Approved)
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Superintendent Laura Kacer recognized outgoing board members Greg Dockum, Jill Morrill, Marci Cordaro, and Deb Henry.
New Club Request - JMS Sewing Club
New Club Request - JMS Art Club
JHS Fishing Club Report and Review of Procedures
JLAC Update
ISASP Results Update
Course Selection Handbook
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Board meetings are held at the new district office, located at 6510 NW 62nd Ave., Johnston. There is one December board meeting on December 9, starting at 6 p.m. Meetings are also livestreamed at https://team1sports.com/johnston/.
CONTACT THE BOARD
Persons are encouraged to send questions, comments and suggestions to our board members. Each board member can be reached by email: Justin Allen; Dr. Jeanie Kerber; Jennifer Chamberland; Dr. Alicia Clevenger; Katie Fiala; Steven Hopper; and Soneeta Mangra-Dutcher.
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. Bruce Amendt, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470, bamendt@johnston.k12.ia.us.
Email: laura.sprague@johnston.k12.ia.us
Website: johnstoncsd.org
Location: 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA, USA
Phone: 515-278-0470
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnstonSchools/
Twitter: @johnstoncsd