APPROVED 12-04-2023

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
148 N. Binkley St., Soldotna, AK 99669

Board of Education Meeting (Monday, November 6, 2023)

Generated by Nikkol Sipes on Thursday, November 9, 2023

1. Opening Activities

A. Call to Order

Mr. Kelly called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

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

C. District Mission Statement

Mr. Tauriainen read the District Mission Statement.

D. Roll Call

Members Present: Ms. Kelley Cizek, Mr. Tim Daugharty, Ms. Dianne MacRae, Ms. Virginia Morgan, Mr. Jason Tauriainen, Ms. Patti Truesdell, Mrs. Penny Vadla, Mr. Zen Kelly, Miss Maggie Grenier, Student Representative
Members Absent: Mr. Matt Morse

E. Approval of Agenda

The agenda was approved as presented.

Approve agenda as presented.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Patti Truesdell.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

F. Approval of Meeting Minutes 10-02-2023

The October 2, 2023 Regular Business Meeting minutes were approved as printed.

G. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes 10-16-2023

The October 16, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes were approved as printed.

H. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes 10-23-2023

The October 23, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes were approved as printed.

2. Awards and Presentations

Ms. Morgan and Ms. Truesdell were recognized for their Experienced Boardsmanship award from AASB.
Ms. Beverley Romanin was recognized for her service on the Board.
Ms. Debbie Cary was recognized for her service on the Board.

3. School Reports

There were no school reports this evening.

4. Student Board Representative Report

Miss Maggie Grenier reported on the following:
Miss Grenier reached out to student body presidents of schools from around the District including from Homer, Seward, and Kenai. She noted several events and fundraisers the student bodies had attended and gave some of the highlights. She noted the importance of student voice and encouraged student outreach.

5. Student Presentations/Comments (Any topic)

A. Student Presentations/Comments (Any topic)

Jackson Hooper testified in regards to Nikiski Middle High school spirit.
Leora McCaughey testified on behalf as student body president of Nikiski Middle High School regarding various fundraising events.
Wyatt Maguire testified in regards to school fundraisers.
Kyler Allen testified in regards to school fundraisers.
Nikiski Middle School Elf the musical performed for the Board.
Mr. Kelly called a brief recess at 6:46 p.m.
Mr. Kelly reconvened the meeting 6:52 p.m.

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

There was none this evening.

7. Hearing of Delegations

There were no Hearing of Delegations this evening.

8. Communications and Petitions

Mr. Holland reported on the following:
He appreciated Mr. Crain principal of Nikiski Middle High School. He welcomed Ms. Cizek, and Ms. MacRae to the Board. He appreciated Ms. Romanin and Ms. Cary for their service on the Board. He recognized that it is National School Psychology Week. He recognized Veteran's Day and noted several Veteran's Day celebrations happening within the district. He appreciated Ms. Vinson and Ms. Ciufo for their efforts at the most recent Health Fair in Soldotna. He noted the Connections Homeschool townhall. He noted Ms. Karron's work with CTE. He noted a meeting he attended in Seldovia. He noted the anti-vaping Clear the Air event at Soldotna High School and appreciated Ms. Blades' efforts on the topic.

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

A. Speakers

Ms. Susanna Litwiniak, KPESA president, she noted that it is Native American Heritage month. She noted that it is National School Psychologist week. She appreciated Veterans. She appreciated KPBSD staff and she appreciated the Board.

10. Superintendent's Report

A. Mr. Holland

Mr. Holland reported on the following:
He spoke in regards to winter weather transportation notifications. He noted various sporting events from around the District and gave some of the highlights. He noted Principals from the District that were recognized at the 2023 Principal Conference held in Anchorage. He gave updates in regards to the science program. He noted parent teacher conferences. He appreciated music teachers from across the District. He recognized and appreciated Kenai's marching band. He appreciated Ms. King and Ms. Murphy. He gave highlights of the District CTE program. He noted that the District will be facing a deficit the next fiscal year. He appreciated and remembered Ms. Marty Anderson and Mr. Bob Shirley.

11. Reports

A. September Finance Reports 2023-11-6

Ms. Hayes provided the September Finance Reports.

B. First Quarter Budget Transfer Report 2023-11-6

Ms. Hayes provided the first quarter budget transfer report.

C. Board Reports

Mr. Tauriainen attended the Homeschool Townhall, the middle school Jamboree in Homer, and visited Tebughna school.
Ms. Vadla attended the Homeschool Townhall, state student outcome book meeting, AASB Conference review meeting, the Indigenous advisory committee meeting, and a second student outcome book meeting.
Ms. Truesdell attended the Breathe Free conference, the curriculum committee meeting, and visited the challenger center.
Ms. Morgan attended the Homeschool conversation, visited the Eastern Side schools in the Seward area, attended a Seward school site council, and attended a CKLA meeting.
Ms. Cizek visited Skyview middle school, Nikolaevsk school, attended a CTE meeting, visited sterling elementary, and Seward middle school.
Mr. Daugharty attended several site council meetings in the Homer area including Paul Banks. He attended the homeschool townhall, the Charter School Oversight Committee meeting, and visited several Homer area schools, as well as, attended an APC coffee in the morning at Fireweed. He also attended the Middle School Jamboree in Homer, and attended Paul Banks and West Homer costume parades.
Mr. Kelly attended the HealthCare policy committee meeting.

D. Committee Reports

Ms. Morgan reported that the Policy Review Committee did not convene earlier today due to lack of quorum.
Mr. Kelly reported that the Finance Committee also did not convene earlier today due to lack of quorum.

E. Board Work Session Report

Mr. Kelly reported on the following work sessions held earlier today:
Governance Handbook Review
Curriculum Update
Discussion: Anti-Vaping Measures
Annual Financial and Audit Report Work Session
Budget 101 Work Sessions: Fund Balance
Board Discussion

12. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Consent Agenda

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

B. BB 9314 Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations

Resolution: Move to approve BB 9314 Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

C. BB 9324 Board Minutes

Resolution: Move to approve BB 9324 Board Minutes.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

D. BP 1000 Concepts and Roles

Resolution: Move to approve BP 1000 Concepts and Roles.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

E. BP 1020 Youth Services

Resolution: Move to approve BP 1020 Youth Services.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

F. BP 1100 Communication with the Public

Resolution: Move to approve BP 1100 Communication with the Public.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

G. 2023-24 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s)

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

H. 2023-24 New Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve 2023-24 New Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

I. 2023-24 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve 2023-24 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

J. Budget Transfers over $50,000 2023-11-6

Resolution: Move to approve budget transfer in excess of $50,000.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

K. School Board Committee Requests 2023-2024

Resolution: The Board President requests approval of the attached 2023-2024 Board Member Committee Assignments.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-K.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

Miss Grenier Advisory Vote: Yes

13. Action Items

A. Superintendent Contract

Move to authorize the President of the Board to negotiate a successor contract with Superintendent Clayton Holland for the position of superintendent.

Motion by Jason Tauriainen, second by Patti Truesdell.

Mr. Tauriainen commented on this action item.

Mr. Kelly commented on this action item.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Tim Daugharty, Zen Kelly, Virginia Morgan, Jason Tauriainen, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla, Kelley Cizek, Dianne MacRae

Not Present at Vote: Matt Morse

14. First Reading of Policy Revisions

There were no first readings of policy revisions this evening.

15. Public Presentations/Comments

A. Public Presentations/Comments Any Topic

Ms. LawDawn Druce, KPEA President, Mr. Kelly allotted Ms. Druce 5 minutes to speak on behalf of the KPEA. Ms. Druce spoke in regards to gratitude and appreciation this month of November. She spoke in regards to school visits. She appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service on the Board. She appreciated the student representative testimony and reports this evening. She noted the importance of student voice. She spoke in regards to the challenges of navigating the implementation of the Alaska Reads act. She also spoke in regards to a bill that would increase the BSA that could be on the floor as early as January at the start of the legislature session. She expressed gratuity during the month of November.
Joan Corr testified in regards to curriculum.
Lindsay Bertoldo testified in regards to curriculum.

16. Board Comments

A. Board Comments

Ms. MacRae spoke in regards to curriculum.
Miss Grenier appreciated Ms. Cary for her time on the Board. She appreciated the testimony this evening. She appreciated KPBSD staff and the Board.
Ms. Truesdell appreciated the meeting this evening. She appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service on the Board. She welcomed Ms. Cizek and Ms. MacRae to the Board. She appreciated the anti-vaping work session earlier today.
Ms. Cizek appreciated the work sessions earlier today, in particular the Finance work sessions.
Mr. Tauriainen appreciated the Nikiski students' testimony and presentations this evening. He noted the deficit the District will be facing in the upcoming fiscal year. He noted he will be advocating for a BSA increase. He noted the Audit work session earlier today and noted the clean audit. He appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service, and welcomed Ms. Cizek and Ms. MacRae to the Board.
Ms. Vadla appreciated Ms. Druce and Ms. Litwiniak for their comments this evening. She spoke in regards to advocating for legislation to increase the BSA. She appreciated the expression of gratuity this evening. She appreciated Ms. Murphy and Ms. King. She appreciated Ms. Linton's presentation on the curriculum update work session. She appreciated the Elf the musical performance this evening. She appreciated the Nikiski student council comments and testimony this evening. She appreciated the Finance Department and the effort put in with the Audit. She congratulated Miss Grenier and her team making it to state. She appreciated Ms. Blades and the anti vaping work session held earlier today. She appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service on the Board and welcomed Ms. Cizek and Ms. MacRae to the Board.
Ms. Morgan appreciated the anti vaping work session and the awareness it brought to the issue. She appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service to the board and she welcomed Ms. Cizek and Ms. MacRae to the Board. She appreciated all of the student performances and testimony this evening. She appreciated Mr. Kelly and Ms. Sipes.
Mr. Daugharty appreciated the District and noted what schools and staff in the District provide for the students. He noted the importance of parent involvement.
Mr. Kelly appreciated Ms. Cary and Ms. Romanin for their service on the Board. He welcomed Ms. Cizek and Ms. MacRae to the Board. He appreciated all the staff in the KPBSD. He noted the MatSu student protest. He reminded everyone of the Quarterly work session tomorrow.

17. Executive Session

A. Executive Session if needed

There were no executive sessions needed this evening.

18. Adjourn

A. Adjourn meeting

Mr. Kelly adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m.