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Aberdeen School District No. 5 -- November 27, 2019
Agenda from the Nov. 19 meeting (pdf)
President Sandra Bielski convened the regular meeting of the Aberdeen School District Board of Directors at 5 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2019, in the Community Room at Aberdeen High School. Directors present were Jennifer Durney and Bill Dyer, directors-elect Jessica Jurasin and Suzy Ritter, along with student representative Molly Scroggs, Superintendent Alicia Henderson and 25 patrons, staff and students.
The meeting began with the Flag salute.
Minutes, Bills, Trips & Gifts
The Board approved the Consent Agenda, which included:
- The minutes of the regular meeting on November 5, 2019;
- Accounts payable and financial matters, including:
a. October payroll vouchers totaling $1,755,598.92;
b. General Fund vouchers totaling $2,413,831.08;
c. ASB Fund vouchers totaling $15,637.86;
d. Capital Projects Fund vouchers totaling $65,930.80, and
e. Private Purpose Trust Fund vouchers totaling $2,040.00.
Comments from Board members
- President Bielski welcomed the directors-elect Suzy Ritter and Jessica Jurasin, noting that they would be officially sworn in after the election is certified on November 26.
- President Bielski commented that she is looking forward to the upcoming Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) Conference on November 21-24, and added that the newly elected directors will find the sessions and trainings invaluable.
Comments from Student Representative
Student Representative Molly Scroggs gave the student report, including a report on the outcome of Foodball that resulted in collecting more than 1.7 million “pounds” of food and funding for use in the community, with Hoquiam winning by a very slight margin. She also noted that the AHS Girls’ Swim team placed 5th overall at the state competition and that students are preparing for finals week.
Harbor Strong Coalition
April Heikkila of Harbor Strong shared information about the coalition’s work and presented a handout regarding the safe use of prescription pain killers, especially opioids. Harbor Strong is asking that the handout be provided to student athletes when they sign up for sports. She noted that while this handout is geared toward student athletes, the work of Harbor Strong is communitywide.
NEDRP Contract
The board approved a contract with National Educators for Restorative Practices to provide training for all staff during the Professional Development Day in February.
Superintendent's Report
Bond and Levy Update: Superintendent Henderson provided an update on the work taking place to provide information to the community regarding renewal of the enrichment levy and the bond for a new Stevens Elementary School.
President Bielski commented that she has received positive feedback about the presentations taking place in the community. Any community groups or organizations that would like to schedule an informational presentation about the proposed bond and levy may contact Superintendent Henderson at (360) 538-2002.
Legislative Update: Superintendent Henderson provided an update on the work taking place to introduce legislation that will enhance funding for property poor districts. The information will be shared with superintendents during the WSSDA conference on Saturday, Nov. 23.
School Improvement Plans
Miller Principal Lisa Griebel, Harbor High Principal Derek Cook and Aberdeen High School Principal Sherri Northington presented the annual School Improvement and Title I plans for their schools.
Fiscal Status Report
Superintendent Henderson provided the Fiscal Status Report for October. She noted that October saw a “negative cash flow,” meaning that expenses exceeded the revenues-to-date and reserves were needed to make up the difference. This occurs periodically during the year as state apportionment and tax payments don’t align with expenditures. She also noted that enrollment is trending close to budget.
Resolution 2019-14 WSSDA Conference
The board voted to authorize the newly elected School Board directors Jessica Jurasin and Suzy Ritter to attend the WSSDA Conference, which includes a “boot camp” for new directors.
CTE Annual Update
CTE Director Lynn Green provided the annual update on the Career and Technical Education programs in the district.
2019-2020 Carl Perkins Grant
Following a presentation by CTE Director Lynn Green, the board approved the 2019-2020 Carl Perkins Grant application.
Contract with School for the Blind
The board approved an agreement with the Washington State School for the Blind to provide educational services for a student in the district.
Surplus Equipment
The board declared equipment and other items inventoried by the Maintenance Department as surplus and no longer needed for use in the district.
Personnel Matters
The board approved the Personnel Report.
Next meeting is Tuesday, Dec. 10, at Miller Junior High School
Bond for new Stevens School set for February ballot
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BurkeMobile is coming to Miller
The BurkeMobile from the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture in Seattle will visit Miller Junior High School on December 5.
The 7th Grade Social Studies classes are scheduled to take part. Principal Lisa Griebel said teachers are very excited and grateful that Hailey Pfeifer, our district’s Indian education coordinator, was able to make the arrangements.
Stay tuned for more information as the date approaches.
Aberdeen School District No. 5
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Website: www.asd5.org
Location: 216 North G St.
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