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The Edmonds Public Schools Board of Directors, Snohomish County, Washington, will hold a regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 in the Board Room of the Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036. The board president will call the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Background:
Policy 1400 states in part, "Board meetings will be scheduled in compliance with the law, and as deemed by the board to be in the best interests of the district and community. The board will function through (1) regular meetings, (2) special meetings and (3) emergency meetings. Regular Meetings are held at 6:30 pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the Board Room of the Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036 or at other times and places as determined by the presiding officer or by majority vote of the board. An agenda of business to be transacted must be posted on the district website not less than twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the published start time of the meeting. If regular meetings are to be held at places other than the Board Room, or are adjourned to times other than a regular meeting time, notice of the meeting will be made in the same manner as provided for special meetings. All regular meetings of the board will be held within the district boundaries."
Information:
The Board President will call the roll.
Background:
Policy #1400 states in part, "Three board members will be considered as constituting a quorum for the transaction of business."
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The Superintendent will present the land acknowledgement.
We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this place, the Sdohobsh people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since time immemorial have taken care of, hunted, fished and gathered on these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land and water.
By acknowledging these homelands, we commit to working with tribal nations to further the education aims they have identified in our classrooms and schools.
Background:
By honoring those who inhabited the land before us, we help to build understanding around the history of our land and its Indigenous people, as well as set the tone for all people who have been historically marginalized or underserved. A land acknowledgement shares a commitment to honoring Native communities, educates all with in a community in local history, and can demonstrate a sustained commitment to building authentic community relations to advance equity for all.
The Board President will lead the flag salute.
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Single read, approve agenda as presented, or amendment and approval.
Background
In accordance with the regular order of business approved by the board of directors pursuant to Policy 1400, Meeting Conduct and Order of Business, the regular meeting agenda is presented to the board for approval as presented, or amendment and approval. During consideration of the meeting agenda is not the time for an item to be removed from the consent agenda; this occurs during consideration of the consent agenda.
Policy 1400, Meeting Conduct and Order of Business, provides in part that,"The board will establish its regular order of business, but may elect to change the order by a majority vote of the members present. All board meetings will be conducted in an orderly and business-like manner using Roberts Rules of Order (Revised) as a guide, except when such rules are superseded by board bylaws or policies”.
Presenter:
Gustavo Balderas
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
Information:
The superintendent will provide a brief report on matters of interest to the board.
Background:
Each regular agenda provides an opportunity for the superintendent to report on matters of interest to the board.
Presenter:
Gustavo Balderas
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
Information:
Single reading approve minutes from the March 15, 2022, Study Session
Background:
It is the policy of Edmonds School District that the superintendent acting as secretary of the board keeps the minutes of all board meetings. Minutes become official after approval at the board’s next regularly scheduled meeting and must be retained as a permanent record of the district. Minutes must be comprehensive and will show: A. The date, time and place of the meeting; B. The presiding officer; C. Members in attendance; D. Items discussed during the meeting and the results of any voting that may have occurred; E. Action to recess for executive session with a general statement of the purpose; F. Time of adjournment; and G. Signature of presiding officer and date minutes approved.
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
Information:
Single reading approve minutes from the March 17, 2022, Special Meeting
Background:
It is the policy of Edmonds School District that the superintendent acting as secretary of the board keeps the minutes of all board meetings. Minutes become official after approval at the board’s next regularly scheduled meeting and must be retained as a permanent record of the district. Minutes must be comprehensive and will show: A. The date, time and place of the meeting; B. The presiding officer; C. Members in attendance; D. Items discussed during the meeting and the results of any voting that may have occurred; E. Action to recess for executive session with a general statement of the purpose; F. Time of adjournment; and G. Signature of presiding officer and date minutes approved.
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
Information:
Single reading approve minutes from the March 22, 2022, Study Session
Background:
It is the policy of Edmonds School District that the superintendent acting as secretary of the board keeps the minutes of all board meetings. Minutes become official after approval at the board’s next regularly scheduled meeting and must be retained as a permanent record of the district. Minutes must be comprehensive and will show: A. The date, time and place of the meeting; B. The presiding officer; C. Members in attendance; D. Items discussed during the meeting and the results of any voting that may have occurred; E. Action to recess for executive session with a general statement of the purpose; F. Time of adjournment; and G. Signature of presiding officer and date minutes approved.
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
Information:
Single reading approve minutes from the March 22, 2022, Business Meeting.
Background:
It is the policy of Edmonds School District that the superintendent acting as secretary of the board keeps the minutes of all board meetings. Minutes become official after approval at the board’s next regularly scheduled meeting and must be retained as a permanent record of the district. Minutes must be comprehensive and will show: A. The date, time and place of the meeting; B. The presiding officer; C. Members in attendance; D. Items discussed during the meeting and the results of any voting that may have occurred; E. Action to recess for executive session with a general statement of the purpose; F. Time of adjournment; and G. Signature of presiding officer and date minutes approved.
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
425-431-7003
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One vote is taken to approve all items contained in the Consent Agenda
Background:
Policy 1420 states in part, "To expedite business at a school board meeting, the board approves the use of a consent agenda which includes those items considered to be routine in nature. The consent agenda will appear on the regular agenda following the approval of minutes of the previous meeting(s). Any item which appears on the consent agenda may be removed on request by a member of the board and placed on the regular agenda. The remaining items on the consent agenda will be voted on by a single motion. The approved motion will be recorded in the minutes, including a listing of all items appearing on the consent agenda."
Contact:
See each item for contact information
Information: Personnel Actions
Background: The personnel report is presented to the Board of Directors for approval of hiring, separation, and change of status authorized by the Superintendent, at each regular meeting. Policy #5005 states in part,"All staff members selected for employment will be recommended by the Superintendent or Designee. Staff members must receive an affirmative vote from a majority of all members of the Board. In the event an authorized position must be filled before the Board can take action, the Superintendent or Designee has the authority to fill the position with a temporary employee who will receive the same salary and benefits as a permanent staff member. The Board will act on the Superintendent's or Designee's recommendation to fill the vacancy at the next regular meeting."
Presenter:
Contact: Debby Carter
Executive Director, Human Resources
425-431-7023
Information: The Board will annually adopt a schedule of regular meetings to be held during the next fiscal year.
Background: School Board meetings are typically held at 6:30 pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the Boardroom of the Educational Services Center, 20420 68th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Contact:
Gustavo Balderas
Superintendent
Information:
Mt. Triumph focuses on students who have a hands-on role in creating the climate and culture for their schools. Our curriculum centers around student voice, inclusion, and empowerment. This camp will help the ASB officers bond and prepare for their leadership roles in the upcoming school year.
The high schools organize and work together to plan this leadership field trip at Cispus Learning Center, Randle, WA. This includes Meadowdale High which submitted their request separately.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip listed falls under this category. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
Information:
The Dance Team qualified to compete in the WIAA Dance & Drill State Chamionship in Yakima, WA.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. Groups involved in State organization sanctioned playoffs or competitions announced with notice too short to be scheduled on the next regular board meeting may be approved by the superintendent or designee with notice to the board of directors. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
Information:
The Dance Team qualified to compete in the WIAA Dance & Drill State Chamionship in Yakima, WA.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. Groups involved in State organization sanctioned playoffs or competitions announced with notice too short to be scheduled on the next regular board meeting may be approved by the superintendent or designee with notice to the board of directors. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
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The school varsity football team will travel to Central Washington University for team building and skill development as well as leadership training.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Administrative Assistant
425-431-7094
Information:
The Mountlake High FRC Robotics Team qualified to move forward to compete in the Pacific Northwest District Championship April 6-9, 2022 in Cheney, WA.
THE FRC Robotics program provides an opportunity for hands-on learning about designing and building robots and provides leadership opportunities for the students. In Addition, they get to see and learn from the designs of others as part of the competitions.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. Groups involved in State organization sanctioned playoffs or competitions announced with notice too short to be scheduled on the next regular board meeting may be approved by the superintendent or designee with notice to the board of directors. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
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Students will compete at the national level in STEM related events as well as learn project management, leadership, and technical skills.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
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Our students have competed vigorously online for the entire 2021-2022 school year. As a result of their performance at the Puget Sound National Qualifier tournaments in late Feb, early March 2022, two students have qualified for the NSDA National Tournament in Louisville, KY. This tournament is the first in-person that our students have had the opportunity to attend since March 2020, and Nationals represents the culmination of the season's efforts for our students.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
Information:
Family Community Career Leaders of America, National Conference and Star Events. Student to compete and network with other FCCLA student members from around the country.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
The public comment item on the agenda is an opportunity for citizens to address the School Board. Items brought forward during this portion of the agenda will not be acted upon by the Board at this time. Questions may also be referred to the superintendent or staff for examination and later response.
The Board will provide up to thirty (30) minutes during its regular meeting during which the public may comment. If the entire thirty (30) minutes has been used, the board president will have the discretion to provide additional time for comments later in the meeting. The Board encourages public comments; please limit comments to three minutes. The Board President may interrupt if a comment is too lengthy.
The School Board will continue to hear virtual comments. Those who would like to speak virtually at the meeting may register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceQ_dAq4bqZHg9JCHmSX-iHNFG2MFle9D7qq-bmJpFTpjmkQ/viewform?usp=pp_url until 3:00 the day of the meeting. In person attendees will have the opportunity to register to speak when they arrive at the meeting. The Board will continue to accept written comments, but will not read them aloud.
Information: Superintendent Balderas will provide an update to the Board regarding the 2021-2022 school year.
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic the district has been provided guidance from the Governor's office, state and local health departments, Labor and Industries and the Office of Public Instruction (OSPI) for student learning and safe operation of our sites. The district has provided updates to the Board of Directors as guidance changed and plans were revised. Updates will continue until we are able to operate without restriction.
Presenter: Gustavo Balderas
Contact:
Harmony Weinberg
Communications Manager
425-431-7044
Information: As required by Policy 6030: Financial Reports, the business office will prepare a monthly budget status report of the following funds, General Fund (GF); Capital Projects Fund (CPF); Debt Service Fund (DSF); Associated Student Body Fund (ASB) and Transportation Vehicle Fund (TVF).
Contact: Lydia Sellie, Executive Director of Business & Finance (425)431-7079
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Presenter:
Contact:
Presenter:
Carin Chase
Board Legislative Representative
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The Board President will close the meeting.
April 26, 2022-Study Session
April 26, 2022-Business Meeting
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