JCSD E-Connection
Board updates, news, and events from the around the district
Week of September 10, 2018
All attempts are made to be as accurate as possible at the time of publication. Questions, comments, or concerns can be emailed to Laura Sprague, JCSD Director of Communications.
District News & Announcements
Softball Team Gives Back
Seven JHS Students Named Nat'L Merit Semifinalists
Arcade Fun at the Board Meeting
Fu Earns Perfect ACT Score
IA Supreme Court Hear Oral Arguments at JHS
On Monday, September 17, the Iowa Supreme Court will hear oral arguments at the Johnston High School auditorium, 6500 NW 100th St.
The oral arguments are open to the public and will begin at 7 p.m. A public reception with the supreme court justices will follow the oral arguments in the auditorium lobby. Read more ...
CANCELLED: Johnston Maker Day
Attention Parents of JHS Junior Students!
(Submitted by the After Prom Committee)
JHS After Prom committee is being assembled for this next spring's event now. This is a fun and safe event for the kids, but it depends on parent volunteers to make it happen. Each year, the parents of Junior students are responsible for organizing the year's event.
If you would like to help plan this very important event, please join us on Monday, September 24 in the Commons at JHS at 7 PM. The prior year's committee members will be on hand to provide you with background, info and binders that are provided each year to the incoming members.
Thanks to all that volunteer, and see you on the 24th! Please help us keep our kids safe!
JCSF 2018 Golf Outing
The Johnston Community School Foundation 2018 Golf Outing will be held on Monday, Sept. 24 2018 at the Hyperion Field Club in Johnston. This is a 4-person best shot, 18-hole tournament.
A noon shotgun start kicks things off with awards and recognition at 4:30 p.m. Burgers, brats, and hot dogs will be provided for lunch.
Registration deadline is September 14. Register online here today! Donation of prizes and non-player donations are also greatly appreciated. Email Jene Spurgin for more information.
Monday, Sep 24, 2018, 12:00 PM
Hyperion Field Club, Northwest Beaver Drive, Johnston, IA, USA
Board Highlights from September 10
REPORTS
Request for a new club - Business Club/DECA
ACTION ITEMS
Approval of Out-of-State Travel for Speech/Debate (Approved)
Approval of Policy 209.7 Review of Administrative Regulations (Approved)
Approval to Change Policy Titles of Regulations to Administrative Regulations (Approved)
Approval of Policy 904.2 Advertising and Promotions (Approved)
Approval of the New Club - Film club (Approved)
Approval of Resolution Conveying Street Property (NW 106th) to the City of Johnston (Approved)
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Construction Update: Laura Kacer reported FRK and Stahl are working through some change orders and design changes on the baseball/softball complex. Construction documents for the old Wallace to district offices should be completed this week with bidding to take place in October.
Superintendent Goals: Laura gave a brief overview of two of her goals for the year and the work that is being done to accomplish them. She discussed the Portrait of a Learner and data-driven work, specifically related to elementary school title data.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
The next September board meeting will be held on September 24, at 6 p.m. at the Johnston Administrative Resource Center, 5608 Merle Hay Rd., Johnston IA. October meetings are scheduled for October 8 and 22.
CONTACT THE BOARD
Persons are encourages to send questions, comments and suggestions to our board members. Each board member can be reached by email: Greg Dockum; Jill Morrill; Justin Allen; Deb Henry; Steven Hopper; Dr. Jeanie Kerber; and Matt Stahr.
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, 5608 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470, bamendt@johnston.k12.ia.us.
Email: laura.sprague@johnston.k12.ia.us
Website: johnstoncsd.org
Location: 5608 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, USA
Phone: 515-278-0470
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnstonSchools/
Twitter: @johnstoncsd