APPROVED 2-11-19

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

148 N. Binkley St., Soldotna, AK 99669

Minutes Board of Education Meeting Monday, January 14, 2019

Generated by Debbie Tressler on Wednesday, January 16, 2019

1. Opening Activities

A. Call to Order 6:00 p.m.

B. Pledge of Allegiance/National Anthem/Alaska Flag Song

C. District Mission Statement

Mr. Morse read the district mission statement.

D. Roll Call

Members present
Debbie Cary, Dan Castimore, Mike Illg, Zen Kelly, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen (via telephone), Penny Vadla, Tanis Lorring, student representative

Members Absent

Lynn Hohl

E. Approval of Agenda

The agenda was approved with a revision to item 10C. 2018-2019 New Teacher Contracts and the addition of laydown items 10E. Leave of Absence and 11C. Resignation-Superintendent

F. Approval of Minutes Dec. 3, 2018 Special Meeting

The minutes from the Dec. 3, 2018, special meeting were approved as printed.

G. Approval of Minutes Dec. 3, 2018 Meeting

The minutes from the Dec. 3, 2018, meeting were approved as printed.

2. Awards and Presentations

Mr. Dusek presented Ms. Natali Jones a certificate to acknowledge her selection as the 2018 Alaska School Counselor of the Year.

3. School Reports

Mr. Dan Carstens, Nikiski Middle High School principal, introduced a group of students and teachers who together presented a PowerPoint presentation which highlighted the school’s programs and activities including the school's engineering program, coding program, drone projects, STEM program and Columbia rainforest project. Mr. Carstens discussed the school's climate, student led education camps, personalized learning activities, Work Force Wednesdays, programs, and sport teams.

4. Public Presentations/Comments (Items not on the agenda)

Mrs. Linda Hutchings spoke in support of the field house for the City of Soldotna and encouraged residents to vote at a special election on March 5, 2019.

Ms. Ann McCabe spoke regarding her work for the school district as a student success liaison.
Mr. Paul Marks stated he is concerned that the collective bargaining is not yet complete. He expressed his concerns for some of the changes in the upcoming school year calendars.
Ms. Natali Jones spoke in support of the district’s small schools.

5. Hearing of Delegations

None scheduled.

6. Communications and Petitions

Mr. Dusek discussed the following general information packet items: district goals update, equipment fund information, and Kachemak-Selo School update. He noted the resignation of Mr. David May in April. He stated that the University of Alaska Education (UA) program is working with the State of Alaska Department of Education to resolve issues created when UA did not retain their accreditation status.

Upcoming Dates

Jan. 21	Martin Luther King Day, Most Schools Will Be Closed
Jan. 23	Administrator Meetings
Jan. 24	Homer School Visit and Teacher Shadowing, Kachemak Bay Rotary Presentation
February	School Board Appreciation Month
Feb. 1	BP Teachers of Excellence Nominations Deadline
Feb. 4-8	School Counseling Week
Feb. 6	Early Release Day
Feb. 7-8	Parent-Teacher Conferences
Feb. 9-12	AASB Legislative Fly-In
Feb. 11	Board Meeting

7. Representative selected by the following: Advisory Committees, Site Councils and/or Authorized Student Support Organizations, K.P.A.A., K.P.E.A., K.P.E.S.A., Borough Assembly

Mr. David Brighton, KPEA president, wished the board Happy New Year and thanked them for their work. He discussed the ongoing employee contract negotiations. He shared information on teacher salary schedule comparisons with other state districts.
Ms. Rachel Sinclair, KPESA president, congratulated Ms. Natali Jones on her award and expressed appreciation for school counselors. She congratulated Mr. Dusek on his retirement and expressed appreciation for his communication efforts. She expressed appreciation for the Nikiski Middle High School report. She thanked the board for their work. She feels that the health care cost issues can be resolved and discussed the current costs and options.

8. Superintendent's Report

Mr. Dusek commended Nikiski Middle High School for their great work and programs. He stated that winter activities are in progress, including Drama Debate and Forensics, district forensics, music, and sports with many students participating. He stated that the Student Advisory Group will meet on Jan. 26. He thanked Ms. Erkeneff for her weekly highlight stories. He recently spoke to district graduates about their successes and stated that there are many successful students from our district. The board will meet with the Borough Assembly in a joint budget work session on Jan. 22 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Mr. Dusek expects the borough to consider cutting district funding. The legislative session begins Jan. 15, Mr. Dusek expects the governor to revise his original budget with possible cuts to education. The district strategic plan webpage includes a link to the Tableau dashboard, which is available to the public. Mr. Dusek noted his retirement on June 30, 2019. He thanked his wife and two children for their support. He thanked the board for their support. He thanked Ms. Marlene Byerly, Mr. Todd Syverson, Mrs. Sylvia Reynolds, Dr. Donna Peterson, Mr. Sam Stewart, Mr. Gary Whiteley, and Dr. Steve Atwater for the mentorship. He thanked Mr. O'Brien and Mr. Jones for their work and support. He thanked the district office staff for their excellence. He discussed his history in the district. He thanked Mrs. Tressler for her support. He encouraged the district and the board as they move forward.

9. Reports

A., B., C. Finance Reports

Mr. Jones presented the financial reports of the District for Oct., Nov., and Dec., 2018.

D. Board Reports

On Dec. 6, Mr. Illg attended a school safety round table discussion with community members, Representative Paul Seaton and Representative-elect Sarah Vance. He attended the Dec. 14-15 state wrestling championships where Homer High School won their second state team title. He stated that Mr. Dan Cartens and Mr. Chris Perk were inducted into the Alaska Wrestling Hall of Fame. On Jan. 9 he visited West Homer Elementary. On Jan. 11 he visited Paul Banks Elementary.
Ms. Cary attended the Math Curriculum Committee meetings on Dec. 5-7. On Jan. 8 she attended the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly meeting.
Mr. Tauriainen attended the Nikiski High School Christmas show and the Nikiski North Star concert. He attended several basketball games including some in Seward.
Miss Lorring stated the Student Advisory Board will meet Jan. 22 via distance and in February in person.
Mrs. Vadla reported on the Board Dec. 4 work session with Ms. Timi Tullis from AASB. She attended the Soldotna High School Christmas concert. She reported on her attendance to the AASB Board of Directors and Alaska Superintendent Association joint meeting. She visited Soldotna High School and Redoubt Elementary school. She stated that March 25 is the deadline for June B. Nelson Scholarship applications.

E. Committee Reports

Mr. Kelly reported that the Finance Committee met earlier in the day and discussed their agenda items.
Mr. Castimore reported that the Board Policy Review Committee met earlier in the day and discussed their agenda items.

F. Board Work Session Report

Mrs. Vadla reported that the Board held work sessions entitled: Board Policy, Math Curriculum Update, and FY19 and FY20 Budget Updates.

10. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Consent Agenda

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 10 B-E

Motion by Zen Kelly, second by Debbie Cary.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Dan Castimore, Mike Illg, Zen Kelly, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla

Advisory Vote, Tanis Lorring: Yes

B. Gaming Permits - Primary members in charge of gaming 2019-01-14

Move to approve revised Gaming Permits - Primary members in charge of gaming.

C. 2018-19 New Teacher Contract(s) REVISED

Move to approve 2018-19 New Teacher Contract(s)

D. 2018-19 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve long-term substitute teacher contract(s)

E. Leave of Absence Certified 2019-1-14 LAYDOWN

Move to approve the request for an unpaid leave of absence.

11. Action Items

A. BP and AR 5040 Student Nutrition and Physical Activity 2019-1-14

Move to approve BP and AR 5040 Student Nutrition and Physical Activity

Motion by Dan Castimore, second by Mike Illg.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Dan Castimore, Mike Illg, Zen Kelly, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Penny Vadla

No: Jason Tauriainen

Advisory Vote, Tanis Lorring: Yes

B. FY19 Budget Revision

Move to approve the FY19 Budget Revision as presented.

Motion by Zen Kelly, second by Matt Morse.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Dan Castimore, Mike Illg, Zen Kelly, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla

Advisory Vote, Tanis Lorring: Yes

C. Resignation-Superintendent LAYDOWN

Approve the resignation of Superintendent Sean Dusek

Motion by Dan Castimore, second by Zen Kelly.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Dan Castimore, Mike Illg, Zen Kelly, Greg Madden, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla

Advisory Vote, Tanis Lorring: Yes

12. First Reading of Policy Revisions

None.

13. Public Presentations/Comments

No comments were offered.

14. Board Comments

Mr. Illg congratulated Ms. Natali Jones. He thanked Nikiski Middle High School for their report. He expressed appreciation for seeing Mr. Marty Anderson and his wife at dinner. He would like to see additional school counselors in elementary schools.
Mr. Kelly congratulated Ms. Natali Jones and agrees we need to support small schools. He congratulated Mr. Dusek on his retirement. He discussed the importance that information be factual and accurate.
Mr. Tauriainen agreed with Mr. Kelly’s comment regarding factual information. He stated we need to do what is best for students. He thanked Nikiski Middle High School for their report.
Ms. Cary thanked Nikiski Middle High School for their report. She thanked Ms. McCabe for her work. She thanked Mr. Marks for his comments regarding the calendars. She thanked Ms. Natali Jones for advocating for small schools. She thanked all in attendance. She thanked Mr. Dusek for his work and leadership.
Miss Lorring thanked Ms. Natali Jones for her work and for her comments at the meeting. She thanked Nikiski Middle High School for their report. She is looking forward to AASB Legislative Youth Advocacy Institute and Fly-In.
Mrs. Vadla congratulated Mr. May on his retirement. She noted Mrs. Arlyann Minoque’s retirement. She congratulated Ms. Natali Jones and thanked her for her work. She thanked Mr. Carstens for the school report and his career development grant report. She will attend the AASB Legislative in February and is looking forward to sharing the district's work with the state legislators. She expressed appreciation for the student highlight stories. She thanked Mr. Anderson for coming for dinner and for his service. She stated the district budget forums are coming up in February. She congratulated Mr. Dusek on his retirement.
Mr. Morse thanked Nikiski Middle High School for their report.

Mr. Tauriainen noted Ms. Monica Heath’s retirement and expressed appreciation for her work.

15. Executive Session

No Executive Session was needed.

16. Adjourn

At 7:53 p.m. Mrs. Vadla adjourned the meeting.

Respectfully submitted,

Mrs. Penny Vadla, President

Mr. Dan Castimore, Clerk

Submitted by Mrs. Debbie Tressler

Administrative Secretary to the Board of Education