APPROVED 05-05-2025

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

148 N. Binkley St. Soldotna AK 99669

Board of Education Meeting (Monday, April 7, 2025)

Generated by Nikkol Sipes on Tuesday, April 8, 2025

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

Miss Kapp read the district mission statement.

D. Roll Call

Members Present: Ms. Kelley Cizek, Mr. Tim Daugharty, Ms. Sarah Douthit, Ms. Dianne MacRae, Ms. Virginia Morgan, Ms. Patti Truesdell, Mrs. Penny Vadla, Mr. Zen Kelly, Miss Emerson Kapp, Student Representative
Members absent: Mr. Jason Tauriainen

E. Approval of Agenda

The April 7, 2025 Regular Business Meeting agenda was approved as presented.

Move to approve the April 7, 2025 Regular Business Meeting agenda as presented.

Motion by Patti Truesdell, second by Dianne MacRae.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

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

Not Present at Vote: Jason Tauriainen

F. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes 03-03-2025

The March 3, 2025 Special Meeting minutes were approved as presented.

G. Approval of Minutes 03-03-2025

The March 3, 2025 Regular Business Meeting minutes were approved as presented.

2. Awards and Presentations

A. Awards and Presentations

Mr. Holland was recognized for his years of service with the district.

3. School Reports

A. Fireweed Charter School, Mr. Kyle Darbonne

Mr. Kyle Darbonne presented the Fireweed Charter School Report to the Board.
Ms. Truesdell appreciated the school report this evening.
Ms. Vadla appreciated the school report this evening.
Ms. Douthit appreciated the school report this evening.
Mr. Daugharty appreciated the school report this evening.
Mr. Kelly appreciated the school report this evening. He requested Mr. Darbonne clarify the timeline and future for Fireweed having it's own school.
Mr. Darbonne spoke to this. Mr. Kelly also inquired if a 1000 BSA increase would benefit the charter school. Mr. Darbonne spoke to the benefits and certainty that this would provide.

B. Marathon School, Ms. Melissa Linton

Ms. Melissa Linton presented the Marathon School Report to the Board with the assistance of Jennifer Dirks-Anderson, and Sara Lucas.
Ms. Morgan appreciated the school report this evening.
Ms. Vadla appreciated the school report this evening.
Ms. Truesdell appreciated the school report this evening.
Mr. Kelly appreciated the school report this evening.

4. Student Board Representative Report

A. Student Board Representative Report

Miss Emerson Kapp, student representative, reported on the following:
She reported on several highlights and events from schools around the district including, Sterling Elementary, Tustumena Elementary, Mountain View Elementary, Homer Middle School, Connections, Kenai Central High School and Soldotna High School. She spoke to the importance of student voice.

5. Student Presentations/Comments (Any topic)

A. Student Presentations/Comments (Any topic)

Emily Porter and Morgan Hooper testified in regards to budget reduction proposals.
Mattie Castimore testified in regards to budget reduction proposals in particular the Quest program.
Vail Coots testified in regards to budget reduction proposals in particular the Quest program.
Bella Eskelin testified in regards to budget reduction proposals in particular the Quest program.
Cora Thomas testified in regards to budget reduction proposals in particular the Quest program.
Will Cline and Kim Bolken-Kaid testified on behalf of the Soldotna High School student assembly committee and gave highlights of the assemblies the committee organized during the year.
Stefany Montague and Georgia Christmas testified in support of Kenai Alternative school.
Zaeryn Bahr and Adelynn DeHoyos testified in support of Kenai Alternative school.
Scott Powel, Parker Richards and Kenneth Finebine testified on behalf of the Soldotna High School student council projects committee and gave several of the projects that the committee organized this year.
Taylor Talon testified in support of the Kenai Alternative school.
Mr. Kelly called a brief recess at 7:57 p.m.
Mr. Kelly called the meeting back to order at 8:07 p.m.

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

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

Kyla Dammann testified in support of aides and paraprofessionals.
Christy Jordan testified in support of elementary school counselors.
Susan Nabholz testified in support of the Quest program.
Darcy Marcou testified in support of the Quest program.
Brian Bailey testified in support of the Quest program.
Jill Hardee testified in support of the Quest program.
Alana Martin testified in support of the student in transition program, stage in foundation and Kenai Alternative school.
Patricia Bouton testified in regards to the budget and testing scores of the district.
Donna Anderson testified in regards to CKLA curriculum.
David Thomas testified in support the Quest program.
John Galahan testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
Elizabeth Chilson testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
Alisa Scher testified in regards to human trafficking.
Addie Thomas testified in support of the Quest program.
AshlLee Waddell testified in regards to the budget reduction proposals in particular gifted and talented programs.
Vickie Roney testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
Annette Weigle testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
RaeAnn Nye testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
Alison Larson testified in support of Kenai Alternative High School.
Blake Sawyer appreciated the recent community meeting in Nikolaevsk as well as enrollment.
Lisa James testified in support of Nikolaevsk.
Heidi Geagel testified in support of Susan B. English school.
Laurel Hilts testified in support of Susan B. English school and the pool.

7. Hearing of Delegations

A. Hearing of Delegations

There were none this evening.

8. Communications and Petitions

A. Mr. Holland
Superintendent Holland said he will give his full report during the Superintendent Report on agenda item 10.

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, began with a land acknowledgement. She spoke in regards to her experience on the NEA as the KPESA representative. She appreciated the budget scenarios document the finance committee put forward as the document gives a clear projection of what the committee and Board is proposing for budget reductions, as difficult as the decisions are. She encouraged advocacy to the state legislature regarding an increase to the BSA.
Ms. Rebecca Walker, KPEA president, spoke regarding the collaboration between the KPBSD and KPEA during negotiations.

10. Superintendent's Report

A. Mr. Holland-Revised

Mr. Holland reported on the following:
He provided an update regarding funding for federal programs and spoke of a meeting with Commissioner Bishop. He noted the Board is faced with a difficult decision. He gave highlights from the Nikolaevsk community meeting.Superintendent Holland provided his superintendent report. He gave several highlights and recognitions. He spoke to the budget deficit the district is facing and that the funding from the Borough and the state is yet to be determined. He spoke to the impact of inflation on education funding. He spoke to several testimonies that he has given on education issues to the state legislature. He spoke to the increase of Alaska certified position vacancy rates. He spoke to the chart of accounts and allocation of funding for the district.

11. Reports

A. February Finance Reports 2025-4-7

Ms. Voivedich provided the February Finance Reports to the Board.

B. Board Reports

Ms. Morgan visited Homer Flex and Nikolaevsk schools. She attended the district curriculum committee, Board finance committee meeting and Senator Bjorkman's town hall meeting.
Ms. Cizek visited Mcneil Canyon, Razdolna, and K-Selo schools. She also visited Tustumena school and attended the Board finance committee meeting.
Ms. Vadla attended the AASB legislative update, KPBSD Board finance committee meeting, the June Nelson Memorial scholarship committee, and AASB Board of directors meeting.
Ms. Douthit visited KCHS, attended the Board finance committee meeting and the townhall meeting. She also visited Mountain View elementary and attended an art show.
Ms. Truesdell attended the Kenai Peninsula coalition meeting, the town hall meeting and a tobacco alliance meeting.
Ms. MacRae attended the Ninilchik site council meeting.
Mr. Daugharty left the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Mr. Kelly attended the West Homer PTO meeting, the Board finance committee meeting, the district health care committee meeting and town hall meeting. He also attended the Homer high school principal input meeting, the Ninilchik site council meeting, the Susan B. Principal input meeting, and Nikolaevsk community meeting.

C. Committee Reports

Ms. Morgan reported on the policy committee meeting held earlier today.
Mr. Kelly reported on both the March 25, 2025 finance committee meeting and the one held earlier today.

D. Board Work Session Report

Mr. Kelly reported that the Board held work sessions for the following:
2025-2026 Board Meeting Dates
2025-2026 District Organizational Chart
Board Policy Review
Health Curriculum Revision
Finance Update
Board Discussion

12. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Consent Agenda

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

B. 2024-25 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve 2024-25 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

C. 2025-2026 Board Meeting Dates

Resolution: Move to approve the 2025-2026 Board Meeting Dates as presented.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

D. 2025-2026 District Organizational Chart

Resolution: Move to approve the 2025-2026 District Organizational Chart.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

E. 2025-26 New Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve 2025-26 New Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

F. 2025-26 Tentative Administrator Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve the 2025-26 Tentative Administrator Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

G. 2025-26 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve the 2025-26 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

H. 2025-26 Tentative Tenure Teacher Contract(s)

Resolution: Move to approve the 2025-26 Tentative Tenure Teacher Contract(s)

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

I. AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties

Resolution: Move to approve AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

J. AR 6183 Alternative High School Programs

Resolution: Move to approve AR 6183 Alternative High School Programs.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

K. BP 4111.2 Legal Status Requirement

Resolution: Move to approve BP 4111.2 Legal Status Requirement.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

L. BP 4112.10 Employment of Retired Teachers

Resolution: Move to approve BP 4112.10 Employment of Retired Teachers.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

M. BP 4112.61 Employment References

Resolution: Move to approve BP 4112.61 Employment References.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

N. BP 4119.21 Code of Ethics

Resolution: Move to approve BP 4119.21 Code of Ethics.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

O. BP 4122 Student Teachers

Resolution: Move to approve BP 4122 Student Teachers.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

P. BP 5123 Promotion/Acceleration/Retention

Resolution: Move to approve BP 5123 Promotion/Acceleration/Retention.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

Q. BP 5131.6 Alcohol and Other Drugs

Resolution: Move to approve BP 5131.6 Alcohol and Other Drugs.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

R. BP 6147 Alaska Reads Act Intervention Programs

Resolution: Move to approve BP 6147 Alaska Reads Act Intervention Programs.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

S. Budget Transfers over $50,000 2025-4-7

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

T. Charter School Committee Assignment Revision 2024-2025

Resolution: Move to approve the Charter School Committee Assignment Revision 2024-2025.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

U. Exhibit 9130b Charter School Oversight Committee

Resolution: Move to approve Exhibit 9130b Charter School Oversight Committee.

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

V. Leave of Absence Request/Certified

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

W. 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-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

X. Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s)

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

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

Y. Rescind Leave of Absence Request/Certified

Resolution: Move to approve the request to rescind a previously approved 2025-26 unpaid leave of absence

Move to approve Consent Agenda items 12 B-Y.

Motion by Penny Vadla, second by Virginia Morgan.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Kelley Cizek, Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

13. Action Items

A. Outside Agency Personnel Approval

Ms. Cizek spoke in opposition to the item.
Ms. Douthit requested clarification regarding the item.
Ms. Dendurent spoke to the item for clarification.
Mr. Holland spoke to the item.

Move to approve the credentials of trainers from outside organizations< such as the Lee Shore Center (Central Peninsula). The presenters are highly trained and assist teachers in providing students information and resources on curricular topics.

Motion by Patti Truesdell, second by Penny Vadla.

Final Resolution: Motion Carried

Yes: Sarah Douthit, Zen Kelly, Dianne MacRae, Virginia Morgan, Patti Truesdell, Penny Vadla

No: Kelley Cizek

Not Present at Vote: Tim Daugharty, Jason Tauriainen

Miss Kapp, Student Advisory Vote: Yes

14. First Reading of Policy Revisions

A. BP 6187 Charter School Policy

The Board was provided a first reading of the revisions to Board Policy 6187 Charter School Policy.

B. AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines

The Board was provided a first reading of Administrative Regulation 6187 Charter School Guidelines.

15. Public Presentations/Comments

A. Public Presentations/Comments Any Topic

Susan Nabholz testified once more in support of the Quest program.
Heidi Gaegel testified once more in support of Susan B. English.
Winter Marshall-Allen testified in support of counselors, paraprofessionals and librarian aides.
David Thomas testified once more in support of the Quest program.
Donna Anderson testified once more regarding literacy curriculum and CKLA.
Brian Bailey testified once more in support of the Quest program.
AshLee Waddle testified once more regarding the budget reduction proposals in particular gifted and talented programs.
Alisa Scher testified once more regarding human trafficking.
Debbie Cary testified in regards to education funding and encouraged advocacy to the state legislature. She spoke regarding the the Ninilchik site council meeting, and the Nikolaevsk community.
Annaleah Karron testified in regards to CTE and the district programs. She encouraged testimony to the state legislature including to the department of labor.
Jeanne Reveal testified in regards mental health and parental consent for interventions.

16. Board Comments

A. Board Comments

Ms. MacRae appreciated the attendance at the meeting this evening. She spoke to education funding.
Miss Kapp, student representative spoke to the various programs she is involved with and how important they are to her. She noted that there are entire schools being considered to be closed however there are also programs that highly impact many more students than the number of students that attend some of the schools being considered for closure. She appreciated the attendance on the evening.
Ms. Truesdell noted the difficult conversations the Board has had and the decisions that they will have to make regarding the budget reductions. She remembered the student who passed away. She appreciated Ms. Anderson's testimony this evening. She appreciated Mr. Holland for his years of service. She appreciated the school reports this evening. She appreciated the students in transition program. She encouraged visits to schools within the district. She noted the importance of parent involvement. She appreciated Miss Kapp's comments. She appreciated the attendance on the evening.
Ms. Cizek appreciated the attendance on the evening. She noted the difficult decisions that the Board is facing.
Ms. Douthit appreciated the attendance on the evening. She recognized Mr. Holland for his years of service. She appreciated the testimony this evening and for all testimony regarding the budget reduction proposals. She spoke to her proposals and that they are discussion starters. She spoke to her intentions for her service on the Board.
Ms. Morgan noted her disappointment that the Board is in a position where they cannot propose adding programs instead of reductions. She appreciated the student testimony this evening. She appreciated Ms. Anderson's testimony this evening. She appreciated Mr. Coots' student testimony this evening.
Ms. Vadla noted the difficult budget reduction proposals and the difficult decisions the Board is having to make. She also recognized and remembered the student that passed away this week. She appreciated the testimony this evening. She appreciated Mr. Holland for his years of service. She also recognized the resignations in the general information packet. She encouraged advocacy to the state legislature regarding education funding. She noted the June Nelson Memorial scholarship. She spoke in support of the Quest program. She appreciated the attendance on the evening.
Mr. Kelly appreciated the school reports this evening. He noted that these reports are proof that schools are not failing. He appreciated Mr. Holland and his years of service and for his role as Superintendent. He addressed testimony this evening and encouraged those listening and watching to view the finance committee meeting recordings. He spoke to how difficult the budget reduction scenarios are. He spoke to his own personal account of the importance of the Quest program. He noted the importance of the state legislature increasing the BSA for adequate and predictable funding. He requested that if there is a program on the reduction list that the public is opposed to that they offer another program instead as the Board is required to have a balanced budget and cannot remove one program without replacing it with another. He encouraged advocacy to the state legislators in the Kenai Delegation in particular and advocating for education funding. He appreciated the attendance on the evening. He noted as well as appreciated the volume of emails the Board is receiving currently and noted that they do not go unnoticed or unread.

17. Executive Session

A. Executive Session if needed

There were none this evening.

18. Adjourn

A. Adjourn meeting

Mr. Kelly adjourned the meeting at 10:51 p.m.