Information:
The Edmonds Public Schools Board of Directors, Snohomish County, Washington, will hold a regular board meeting on Tuesday, May 10, 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 4:30 pm and recess to an Executive Session. The board president will reconvene the business meeting 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 will meet in an Executive Session to hear legal updates.
Background: The Board will meet in accordance with Policy 1410 Executive or Closed Sessions, which states in part:
An executive session may be conducted for one or more of the following purposes:... G. To discuss with legal counsel representing the district matters relating to district enforcement actions, or litigation or potential litigation to which the district, the board, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the district. Potential litigation means matters protected by attorney-client privilege related to litigation that has been specifically threatened; litigation that the district reasonably believes may be commenced; or the litigation or legal risks of a proposed action or current practice of the district, if public discussion is likely to result in an adverse or financial consequence to the district.
Information:
The Board President will reconvene the Business Meeting following Executive Session.
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."
Information:
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.
Information:
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 Board will recognize this year's National Board Certified Teachers.
New National Board Certified Teachers:
Teachers who renewed their National Board Certification:
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 of Special Meeting April 15, 2022
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:
Information: Single reading approve minutes of Special Meeting April 18, 2022
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:
Information:
Single reading approve minutes from the April 26, 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
Information:
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: Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the Edmonds Education Association regarding Vaccine Requirement March 2022
Background: The District and the Edmonds Education Association have reached an agreement regarding Governor Inslee's Procalmation 21-14.1 Vaccination Requirement.
Presenter:
Contact: Debby Carter
Executive Director, Human Resources
425-431-7023
Information: Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the Edmonds Principals' Association April 2022
Background: The District and the Edmonds Principals' Association have reached an agreement regarding salary comparison districts and an additional holiday.
Presenter:
Contact: Debby Carter
Executive Director, Human Resources
425-431-7023
Information: Affiliation Agreement between the Edmonds School District and the University of Houston
Background: Per the attached agreement, Edmonds School District and the University of Houston would like to establish an affiliation agreement through which an internship/ field experience setting can be established for one student enrolled in the University of Houston's Dietetic Internship program. Megan de Vries, Director of Food Service, would be the site supervisor working with the intern.
Contact:
Lydia Sellie
Executive Director of Business & Finance
Information:
Choir retreat - winter workshop.
Background:
Per Board Policy 2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. This field trip falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
Information:
The La Cima Bilingual Leadership Camp bridges the opportunity gap for underrepresented youth (Latinx) with an opportunity to gain and develop their leadership skills. This is done in the traditional camp experience that most ASB student leaders get to experience.
Background:
Per Board Policy2320, field trips involving out-of-state or overnight travel require Board approval. The field trip listed falls under this policy. Administrative procedures will be followed for this trip.
Contact:
Greg Schwab
Assistant Superintendent
425-431-7094
Information:
Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood High School, Edmonds-Woodway High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School athletes who qualify will participate in the state golf tournament for the boys and girls programs at Liberty Lake Golf course in Spokane, WA.
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:
Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood High School, Edmonds-Woodway High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School athletes who qualify will participate in the state track tournament for the boys and girls track programs at Mt. Tahoma High School, Tacoma, WA.
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:
Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood High School, Edmonds-Woodway High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School teams who qualify will participate in the state baseball tournament for the baseball program at Gesa Stadium, Pasco, WA.
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:
Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood High School, Edmonds-Woodway High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School teams who qualify will participate in the state softball tournament at the Regional Athletic Complex, Lacey, WA., May 27-29, 2022
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:
Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood High School, Edmonds-Woodway High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School athletes who qualify will participate in the state tennis tournament for the boys and girls tennis programs at Richland High School and Columbia Basin Racquet Club, Richland, Wa.
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
Information: A legal reference to RCW 28A.320.296 has been added to the policy per board request since the first reading.
Contact: Lydia Sellie, Executive Director of Business & Finance, (425) 431-7015.
Information:
The Board President will close the meeting.
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