APPROVED 01-09-2023

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
148 N. Binkley St., Soldotna, AK 99669
Board of Education Meeting (Monday, December 5, 2022)

Generated by Nikkol Sipes on Tuesday, December 6, 2022

1. Opening Activities

A. Call to Order

Ms. Cary called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

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

C. District Mission Statement

Miss Dahlman read the district mission statement.

D. Roll Call

Members Present: Mr. Tim Daugharty Mr. Zen Kelly (virtually attended), Ms. Virginia Morgan, Mr. Matt Morse, Ms. Beverley Romanin, Mr. Jason Tauriainen, Ms. Patti Truesdell, Mrs. Penny Vadla, Ms. Debbie Cary, Miss Ashley Dahlman, Student Representative

E. Approval of Agenda

The agenda was approved as revised. The amendments to the agenda were to postpone agenda item 13A. BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs until February 2023, and postpone agenda item 13. F Homer Forest Charter School Application until August 2023.

Move to amend the agenda and postpone agenda item 13A. BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs until February 2023.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

Move to further amend the agenda and postpone agenda item agenda item 13. F Homer Forest Charter School Application until August 2023.

Motion by Tim Daugharty, second by Matt Morse.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

Approve agenda as presented.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Patti Truesdell.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

F. Approval of Minutes 11-07-2022

The minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting were approved as presented.

2. Awards and Presentations

None.

3. School Reports

A. Mountain View Elementary, Mr. Karl Kircher

Mr. Kircher presented the Mountain View Elementary School Report to the Board. Mountain View Elementary teachers and students also gave literacy demonstrations during the presentation.

4. Student Board Representative Report

Miss Dahlman reported that Connections Student Council hosted their first activities at the beginning of November. She reported that the Kenai Student Council is interested in presenting at upcoming Board meetings. She spoke about outreach to involve more students to hear more student voice, as it is imperative. She reported on the various Soldotna High School Student Council activities that the council has organized. She reported on various extra curricular activities and gave some of the highlights.

5. Student Presentations/Comments (Any topic)

Zach Buckbee spoke, with Spencer Dahlman, and Sadie Lane from the Soldotna School Council regarding extra curricular activities at Soldotna High School, and various ways to increase attendance at the events, including sports, and dances. Mrs. Vadla, Ms. Cary, and Mr. Holland spoke to the student testimony heard at the meeting tonight.

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

None this evening.

7. Hearing of Delegations

None this evening.

8. Communications and Petitions

Mr. Holland reported on the following:
He appreciated Mr. Kircher, the students, and teachers for the report and presentation this evening. He appreciated Homer Forest School for their work thus far on the charter school application. He appreciated those that gave the curriculum update during work session earlier this afternoon. He congratulated the elected officials from the last election, including, Mr. Bjorkman, Mr. Ruffridge, Ms. Vance and Mr. Carpenter. He noted the upcoming Special Mayoral election for the Borough. He spoke regarding Connections becoming a statewide program, and those implications. He spoke regarding meetings with DEED to discuss the state core literacy grant and literary screener, mCLASS. He spoke regarding a proposal for a Competency-based Apprenticeship for Teacher Education. He spoke regarding the November 9 administrator meeting. He noted a KBBI Coffee Chat with Mr. Waclawski, to discuss school safety. He spoke regarding the AK STAR results. He spoke regarding make up days. He noted the most recent meeting of the Calendar Committee. He spoke regarding capital improvement projects. He spoke regarding the upcoming KPB Assembly update.

9. Representatives 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. Nathan Erfurth, KPEA president, spoke regarding the school report on the evening. He appreciated the Board comment regarding the school report. He spoke regarding the small school committee work session held earlier today. He noted the previous staffing formula work session. He spoke regarding LETRS training. He spoke regarding retention, and advocating for KPBSD public schools.

10. Superintendent's Report

Mr. Holland reported on the following:
He appreciated Mr. Erfurth's comments this evening. He spoke regarding upcoming events happening in the District. He noted many schools will have angel trees in the school district and encouraged participating to give aid to those families in need. He noted the upcoming early release day on December 9. He spoke regarding the upcoming Holiday break. He spoke of extra curricular activities and gave some of the highlights. He congratulated Miss Dahlman on a great performance in the Soldotna High School theater production. He noted the celebrations in recognition of Veteran's Day across the District. He spoke regarding community outreach, and partnerships throughout the community. He spoke on the number of students in transition within the District. He noted some of the Title VI program activities, and appreciated Ms. Pioch in her efforts with the program. He spoke regarding Healthcare Open Enrollment and appreciated Ms. Vinson's work on throughout the process. He spoke regarding Caring for the Kenai on December 2 and their partnership with the District. He appreciated Mr. Andrews and Ms. Stroh and the impact each of them had on the District and community. He appreciated the KPBSD staff, and community in working together to support students.

11. Reports

A. October Finance Reports 2022-12-5

Ms. Hayes presented the October Finance Report.

B. Board Reports

Mr. Tim Daugharty virtually attended the latest KPSAA meeting, and attended Site Council meetings in Homer, as well as, an APC meeting with Fireweed. Ms. Virginia Morgan attended a Chair course on Jurassic Parliament November 17. She attended the Nov 28 Cooper Landing School Site Council meeting and December 1 she attended the Seward Site Council meeting. Ms. Beverley Romanin spoke with principals to set up times to visit schools in the future.Mr. Jason Tauriainen attended Nov 17 Nikiski North Star site council. November 23 attended muffins in the morning and doughnuts with grownups at Nikiski North Star. Ms. Patti Truesdell attended two site council meetings for K-Beach and Kaleidoscope. Mrs. Penny Vadla attended November 9 attended the Title VI advisory committee meeting. November 15 she attended Kenai Alternative Thanksgiving dinner.

C. Committee Reports

Ms. Truesdell gave a report on the November 21, 2022 Charter School Oversight Committee meeting.
Ms. Morgan gave a report on the Policy Review Committee meeting held earlier today.

D. Board Work Session Report

Ms. Cary gave a report on the work sessions held earlier in the day, and gave a brief description of items discussed during each session.

12. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Consent Agenda

Resolution: Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

B. AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials

Resolution: Move to approve AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

C. 2022-23 New Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve 2022-23 New Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

D. 2022-23 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s)

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

E. Leave of Absence Request/Support

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-E.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

13. Action Items

A. *REVISED BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs

The agenda has been revised during the approval of the agenda, to postpone this agenda item until February 2023.

B. BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy

Move to approve BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy.

Motion by Virginia Morgan, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

C. AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines

Move to approve AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines.

Motion by Virginia Morgan, second by Jason Tauriainen.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

D. Kenai Peninsula Student Athletic Association (KPSAA) High School Handbook Changes

Move to approve the Kenai Peninsula Student Athletic Association (KPSAA) High School Handbook changes.

Motion by Matt Morse, second by Beverley Romanin.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

E. 2023 Legislative Priorities

Move to approve the 2023 Legislative Priorities.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Jason Tauriainen.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Debbie Cary, Zen Kelly, Matt Morse, Jason Tauriainen, Penny Vadla, Patti Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, Tim Daugharty, Beverley Romanin

Advisory Vote, Miss Ashley Dahlman: Yes

F. *REVISED Homer Forest Charter School Application

The agenda has been revised during the approval of the agenda, to postpone this agenda item until August 2023.

14. First Reading of Policy Revisions

A. Policy Series 6000 Instruction

The Board was presented a first reading of Board Policy Series 6000 Instruction.

B. Policy Series 7000 New Construction

The Board was presented a first reading of Board Policy Series 7000 New Construction.

C. BP 1340 Access to District Records

The Board was presented a first reading of Board Policy BP 1340 Access to District Records.

D. AR 1340 Access to District Records

The Board was presented a first reading of Board Policy AR 1340 Access to District Records.

15. Public Presentations/Comments

There were none this evening.

16. Board Comments

Miss Ashley Dahlman, Student Representative, appreciated the Mountain View Elementary school report. She noted her ambition to become a teacher and how valuable learning and literacy is. She noted Ms. Stroh, and appreciated time to speak. Mr. Daugharty appreciated the school report this evening. He spoke regarding the grow your own program. He noted previous KPBSD students working for local news outlets. He encouraged Board Members to visit schools. He commented on the bond package. He spoke regarding the Charter School application work session. He appreciated teachers within the district. Mr. Kelly appreciated the school report on the evening. He noted some of the resignations on the agenda this evening and appreciated their service with the district. He congratulated Mr. Bjorkman and Mr. Ruffridge on their election wins. He encouraged Board Members to have conversations with legislatures. He appreciated Ms. Cary this evening. Ms. Morgan appreciated the meetings on the day. She noted performances and potlucks coming up. Mr. Morse appreciated Mr. Kircher and the school report on the evening. He appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier this afternoon. He appreciated all who attended the meeting. Ms. Romanin appreciated the school report this evening, and the student's involvement. She appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier today. Mr. Tauriainen appreciated the school report and the skits that the students gave with the teachers this evening. He appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier today. He noted Mr. Bostic's resignation and appreciated his service in the district. Ms. Truesdell appreciated Mr. Andrews service with the district. She appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier today. She appreciated the Homer Charter School work session earlier today. She appreciated the Mountain View Elementary report this evening. She appreciated the small schools committee work session earlier today. She wished everyone happy holidays. Mrs. Vadla appreciated Mr. Kircher and Ms. Dolphin for the school report this evening. She appreciated the Charter School Application work session today. She appreciated Mr. Erfurth's testimony. She appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier today. She noted the importance of student voice, and appreciated everyone who attended the meeting. Ms. Cary appreciated the school report this evening with the teacher and student participation. She appreciated the student testimony this evening. She appreciated the Homer Forest Charter School applicants and encouraged them to keep in touch to continue in the process. She appreciated the curriculum update work session earlier today. She appreciated Mr. Erfurth's testimony this evening. She appreciated the small schools committee work session earlier today. She noted the number of students in transition this year versus last year. She appreciated those who attended the meeting this evening.

17. Executive Session

There were none this evening.

18. Adjourn

Ms. Cary adjourned the meeting at 7:53 p.m.