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      • EApproval of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between Kenai Peninsula Borough School District and Kenai Peninsula Educational Support Association to "Prioritize and Maintain Health, Safety and Welfare during a Pandemic"
      • F*Laydown*School Board Immediate Family Member Hire
      12. First Reading of Policy Revisions
      • ABP 5141.51 At-Risk Students
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      Board of Education Meeting

      F*Laydown*School Board Immediate Family Member Hire

      Item Details

      Meeting
      September 13, 2021 – Board of Education Meeting
      Category
      11. Action Items
      Type
      Action item
      Recommended action
      Move to approve the hire of Hallie Tauriainen.

      Motions

      Main Motion
      Passed

      Move to approve the hire of Hallie Tauriainen.

      Moved by Debbie Cary · Seconded by Penny Vadla

      8 Yes0 No1 Abstain

      Yes: Debbie Cary, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Mike Illg, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Virginia Morgan, Zen Kelly

      Abstain: Jason Tauriainen

      Public Content

      Background Information:

      It is recommended that the below referenced individual be approved for hire as the individual is the most qualified candidate. Since this individual is a member of the immediate family of a KPBSD School Board member, Alaska Statute 14.14.140 requires that written approval of the Commissioner of Education be obtained after School Board approval. Superintendent Holland will forward a request for approval to the Commissioner of Education upon School Board approval.

      Residence

      Name

      Assignment

      Nikiski, Alaska

      Hallie Tauriainen

      Special Education Intensive Needs Aide;

      Nikiski North Star Elementary School