JCSD E-Connection
Board updates, news, and events from the around the district
Week of October 11, 2021
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
JHS Student Council Food Drive Fundraiser
Trunk or Treat at JHS
School Board Candidate Forum
The district will host a forum for the current slate of school board candidates on Monday, October 18, from 6-8 p.m. at the Wallace Elementary auditorium. It will be open to the public and live-streamed via the Johnston Live Stream Network. This is not a debate, but an opportunity for the candidates to introduce themselves and share why they are running. Vote for your candidate on November 2.
Board Highlights from October 11, 2021
- Use of Title Funds
- Camp Dragon Program Review
- 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
- Fall Conference Update
- Approval of Boat Donation to the Johnston Fishing Club (Approved)
- Approval of Temporary Long Term Custodial Substitutes (Approved)
- Approval of Nutrition Hardware and Software (Approved)
- Approval of Reconsideration Committee as Outlined in Policy 605.3 (Approved)
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Superintendent Kacer reviewed Covid numbers in the state and county, along with a slide showing the rate/level of transmission in Polk Co, according to the CDC.
Superintendent Kacer provided an update on the K-12 PLC Focus Group, led by Dr. Mary Cooksley. The group met for the first time in early October and will focus on systemic guidance for strong PLCs.
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 October board meeting will be held Oct. 25, 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: 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. Nikki Roorda, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470, nikki.roorda@johnston.k12.ia.us.
Email: jcsdcomm@jdragonmail.us
Website: johnstoncsd.org
Location: 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA, USA
Phone: 515-278-0470
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Twitter: @johnstoncsd