Kodiak Unified School District public meetings in 2023

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School Board approved a consent agenda, acknowledged November financial reports showing $19.68M in revenues and $17.29M in expenditures, and approved $1.49M in federal grants and the sale of a tiny house to fund future projects.

• Approval of $1.49M in FY24 grants (AK READ(SE) and ESEA Consolidated)
• Approval of tiny house sale via public silent bid process
• Acknowledgment of November 2023 financial reports
• Approval of leave of absence for Michele Alford
• Approval of November 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Education approved the AK READ(SE) and ESEA Consolidated grants totaling over $1.48 million. The board also authorized the sale of a tiny house via a public silent bid process and approved a leave of absence for one employee.

• Approved AK READ(SE) Grant of $5,000 and ESEA Consolidated Grant of $1,483,438.21 (5-0)
• Approved sale of tiny house through public silent bid process (5-0)
• Approved leave of absence for Michele Alford for 2024-2025 school year (5-0)
• Acknowledged November 2023 Report of Revenues & Expenditures (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including November 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Education Retreat

The Board of Education is meeting for a retreat to discuss agenda items and preliminary expenditures for Fiscal Year 2025. The provided text consists of procedural information and meeting attachments.

• Review of FY25 preliminary expenditures

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School Board approved the meeting agenda, certified the election results for the Chiniak Small Schools Advisory Board, and acknowledged the October 2023 financial report showing $15.9 million in revenues and $12.8 million in expenditures. The board also reviewed preliminary FY25 revenue estimates and student assessment data.

• Certification of Chiniak Small Schools Advisory Board election results
• Acknowledgment of October 2023 financial report ($15.9M revenue, $12.8M expenditure)
• Review of FY25 preliminary revenue estimates
• Presentation of student assessment results and demographics
• Approval of consent agenda including grant reports and meeting minutes

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education will meet to review a summary of fiscal year 2024 grant awards and discuss transitioning from BlueJeans to Microsoft Teams for meetings. The agenda also includes updates on the Karluk school program and a draft memorandum of understanding with the Kodiak Island Borough.

• FY24 Grant Summary Report
• Changeover from BlueJeans to Teams
• KIB & KIBSD Memorandum of Understanding
• Karluk Update
• Board Retreat Agenda Discussion

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Board of Education held a special meeting that primarily consisted of an executive session. The board met to discuss matters that could have an adverse effect on the school district's finances.

• Executive session to discuss matters affecting school district finances

Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting includes administering the oath of office to newly elected board member Kerry Irons and re-elected member Duncan Fields, and electing the board's officers (President, Vice President, Clerk, Treasurer) following certification of the October 3, 2023 municipal election. The board will also certify advisory school board election results for Ouzinkie and Old Harbor, and approve minutes from the October 23 emergency special meeting.

• Administer oath of office to Kerry Irons (newly elected) and Duncan Fields (re-elected)
• Elect board officers: President, Vice President, Clerk, Treasurer
• Certify 2023-2024 Advisory School Board election results for Ouzinkie and Old Harbor
• Approve minutes of October 23, 2023 Emergency Special Meeting

Emergency Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting and voted to permanently close Karluk School, effective immediately. The motion passed unanimously with all five board members voting yes.

• Permanent closure of Karluk School authorized by board vote (5-0)
• Emergency special meeting called for this decision
• Community comments periods held before and after new business

October 16, 2023 Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved the FY24 Fall Revisions and grant summary reports during the October 16, 2023 meeting. The board also approved two joint use agreements for Old Harbor and Akhiok.

• Approval of FY24 Fall Revisions
• Approval of FY24 Grant Summary Report
• Joint Use Agreement - Old Harbor
• Joint Use Agreement - Akhiok
• FY24 September Financial Report

October 2, 2023 Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held a work session on October 2 2023. The board will discuss and vote on the FY24 Grant Summary Report submitted by administration. Additional agenda items include presentations on Impact Aid, a Karluk update, and a class size report, as well as the superintendent’s report and a public comment period.

• FY24 Grant Summary Report – discussion and approval
• Impact Aid – program presentation
• Karluk Update – program presentation
• Class Size Update – presentation
• Community Comments – public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)

Board of Education Emergency Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting on September 19, 2023, to approve the meeting agenda and a consent agenda including the minutes from the previous regular meeting. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes
• Minutes of September 18, 2023 Regular Meeting
• Board members: Dave Johnson, Judy Carstens, Jim Pryor, Duncan Fields, Anna Steel, Nora Saltonstall
• Adjournment

BOE Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education met on September 18, 2023, and approved a consent agenda including minutes and a grant summary report. The board also voted to revise Board Policies 3300, 3310, 3311, 3312, and 3314 in second reading, and approved FY24 expenditures over $25,000, August financial reports, and a grants summary report.

• Revised Board Policies 3300, 3310, 3311, 3312, and 3314 in second reading
• Approved FY24 Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report
• Approved August 2023 Report of Revenues & Expenditures
• Approved FY24 Grant Summary Report including multiple grant awards
• Accepted consent agenda: minutes and FY24 Grant Summary Report

The Board of Education approved the reopening of the Karluk school for the FY24 school year, provided enrollment remains at 10 students or more. The Board also approved several joint use agreements and updated multiple board policies.

• Approved reopening of Karluk school for FY24 if enrollment stays at 10 or more students (5-0)
• Approved Joint Use Agreement for Port Lions (5-0)
• Approved Joint Use Agreement for Ouzinkie (5-0)
• Approved tuition waiver and enrollment for over-age student L.C-B. at KHS (5-0)
• Revised Board Policies 3300, 3310, 3311, 3312, and 3314 on second reading (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report (5-0)
• Approved August 2023 Report of Revenues & Expenditures (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Grant Summary Report (5-0)

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to review FY24 grant awards and receive updates on Karluk School and district operations.

• FY24 Grant Summary Report (Action)
• Karluk School Update (Report)
• Superintendent's Report (Report)
• Professional Development Grant Awards (Action)
• Safety and Well Being Grant Award (Action)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education is reviewing several financial items including food service and pupil transportation budgets. The board will also consider a reallocation of funds for roof repairs and various grant reports.

• Approval of FY24 Food Service Budget of $1,563,600
• Approval of FY24 Pupil Transportation Budget of $2,230,883.80
• Reallocation of $688,262.61 for North Star roof and skylight repair project
• Approval of Lucy O'Brien School Counselor contract for $37,973.00
• Approval of Indian Education (IEA) Grant in the amount of $190,428

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School Board holds a work session to discuss the future of Karluk School and consider several business items. The board will review and potentially advance policy updates on expenditures and purchasing. Administration recommends approval of the FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Six-Year Plan and the FY24 Grant Summary Report. The board also receives information on a cybersecurity grant application.

• Discussion of Karluk School consideration
• Policy updates for BP 3300, 3310, 3312, 3314 on expenditures and purchasing
• FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Priority List approval recommendation
• FY24 Grant Summary Report approval recommendation
• Intent to apply for a cybersecurity grant

Board of Education Special Meeting

The board voted to redirect $688,262.61 in unused funds from the Main Elementary roof project to the North Star roof and skylight repair project, and allocated $125,000 to KIBSD for roof repairs. They also approved a certificated teacher contract for Tyler Barnes ($66,562) and a $46,181.50 purchase over $25,000 from Waxie Sanitary Supply. The board entered executive session to discuss budget and legal matters.

• Redirect $688,262.61 to North Star roof and skylight repair
• Allocate $125,000 for KIBSD roof repairs
• Approve 2023-2024 contract for Tyler Barnes ($66,562)
• Approve purchase over $25,000 to Waxie Sanitary Supply ($46,181.50)
• Enter executive session for budget and legal matters

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved a special education teacher contract, disposal of surplus equipment, and three expenditures over $25,000. These include $83,234.86 to finish the North Star siding project, $124,823.20 for roof repairs contingent on an amended agreement, and $26,388.00 for Apple power adapters and cables. The consent agenda, including minutes from previous meetings, was also approved.

• Approved certificated contract for Kathleen Mulvihill as 1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher at $75,476 plus $4,400 stipend
• Approved disposal of surplus equipment as requested by Maintenance Department
• Approved $83,234.86 to Kodiak Island Borough for North Star siding project (Requisition #30095)
• Approved $124,823.20 to King County Director’s Association for various roof repairs (Requisition #30101)
• Approved $26,388.00 to Apple Computer, Inc. for power adapters and charge cables (Requisition #30120)

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved a certificated contract for an English teacher and adopted the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting also included a public hearing on the budget.

• Approved Jordana Long's 2023-2024 English teacher contract at KHS ($83,694.00)
• Adopted FY24 Budget of $49,528,468.71
• Held public hearing on FY24 Budget and Activity Fees
• Approved 2023-24 Activity Fees
• Approved 2022 Fund Balance

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 19, 2023. The board adopted Resolution 22-23-001 and approved several FY24 certificated teacher contracts including salary amounts. The consent agenda was also approved, covering minutes from four prior meetings. Recognitions were given for students completing an IBEW training program and for an employee.

• Adoption of Resolution 22-23-001 (text not provided)
• Approval of 2023-2024 certificated teacher contracts: Melissa Mallett (Special Education, $60,815 total), Estela Neri (North Star Elementary, $77,823), Ekaterina Ostrovskaia (North Star Elementary, $66,943)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from May 15, May 22, June 5, and June 7, 2023 meetings
• Recognition of three students (Noah Baxter, Samuel Lopez, Logan Reed) for IBEW training completion and apprenticeship placement

Board of Education Emergency Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved a purchase of $77,687.35 for book collections and learning kits from Teaching Strategies LLC. The meeting was held on June 7, 2023.

• Approved requisition #24041 to Teaching Strategies LLC for $77,687.35
• FY23 Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report
• Pre-Elementary Grant facilitated by DEED
• Purchase of book collections and dramatic play kits
• Meeting adjourned at 12:43 p.m.

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the FY24 budget, a proposed $1,287,646 transfer from fund balance reserve to capital projects, summer maintenance, school climate survey results, and benchmark assessments. No formal votes are taken; items are for discussion and may be voted on at the June 19 regular meeting.

• Proposed transfer of $1,287,646 from fund balance reserve to capital projects fund for construction and capital outlays
• FY24 budget presentation including positions, revenue, activity fees, and CARES ESSER funds
• Summer maintenance projects report from Facilities Director Darin Hargraves
• 2023 School Climate and Connectedness Survey results presented by Director of Instruction Katrina Stewart
• Spring FastBridge benchmark assessment results for earlyReading, earlyMath, aReading, and aMath

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved a contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Cyndy Mika and authorized an intent to apply for a federal grant to fund school safety intercoms. The meeting also included the approval of new teacher contracts.

• Approved contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Cyndy Mika
• Approved 2023-2024 Certificated Teacher Contracts ($33,281.00 to $77,823.00)
• Authorized intent to apply for School Violence and Prevention Program Grant ($181,418.00)
• Approved addendum to Superintendent's Employment Contract
• Approved rescission of Leave of Absence for Monica Claridge

Board of Education Special Meeting

The board approved the 2023-2024 certificated administrative contract for Daniel Klingler as Assistant Director of Special Education at a salary of $112,323.23. They also approved nine newly hired teacher contracts for various schools and positions, with salaries ranging from $55,772 to $89,082. The board then entered executive session to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation and the impact of the state budget on district finances. The special meeting convened at 4:30 p.m. and adjourned at 7:31 p.m.

• Approved Daniel Klingler as Assistant Director of Special Education at $112,323.23 for FY24
• Approved nine new certificated teacher contracts: Bruce Adams ($79,699, KHS), Estella Bryans ($76,884 + $2,750 rural stipend, Ouzinkie), Monica Claridge ($89,082, East Elementary), Paul Vincent Gerano ($77,823, KHS), Michael Juell ($74,069, North Star), Kelly Nash ($77,823, East Elementary), Lianne Reyes ($66,562, North Star), Magda Salisbury ($75,476, North Star), Charles Wortham ($55,772, KHS)
• Entered executive session for the superintendent's annual evaluation and discussion of state budget impacts on the district
• Meeting lasted from 4:30 p.m. to 7:31 p.m. with all votes passing unanimously

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved minutes from previous meetings and increased the FY24 AKTEACH allotment to $2,600 per eligible student. The meeting also included student recognitions and a public comment period.

• Approval of minutes from April 17 and May 1 meetings
• Increase of AKTEACH allotments to $2,600 for K-12 students
• FY24 budget increase of about $46,400 for allotments
• Native Youth Olympics team recognition
• Kodiak Shakesbears State Championship recognition

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved 2023-2024 certificated contracts for administrators and teachers, along with several expenditures over $25,000. The meeting also included procedural items and a public comment period.

• Approved Principal contracts: Geoff Smith ($121,551.55) and Melissa Griffin ($108,842.00)
• Approved Teacher contracts: Theresa Miller ($79,699.00), Jamie Fabricante ($55,000.00), and Nancy Hoadley ($75,007.00)
• Approved expenditures over $25,000: Edynamic Learning ($28,500), First Student Inc. ($45,887.76), Magnum Motors ($47,975), and Chevrolet of Wasilla ($43,195)
• Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
• Public comment period available

The Board of Education approved administrative and certificated employment contracts for the 2023-2024 school year. The board also approved four expenditures exceeding $25,000 for learning services, transportation, and vehicles.

• Approved 2023-2024 Certificated Administrative Contracts for Geoff Smith (Kodiak Middle School Principal) and Melissa Griffin (East Elementary Principal) (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Certificated Contracts for Theresa Miller, Jamie Fabricante, and Nancy Hoadley (4-0)
• Approved requisition #22558 to Edynamic Learning for $28,500.00 (4-0)
• Approved requisition #23100 to First Student Inc. for $45,887.76 (4-0)
• Approved requisition #23368 to Magnum Motors for $47,975.00 (4-0)
• Approved requisition #23369 to Chevrolet of Wasilla for $43,195.00 (4-0)

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education will discuss a proposed strategic plan, a 2024-2025 school calendar, and budget items including an increase to the homeschool allotment and student fees. The board is not expected to vote on these items at this work session.

• Discussion of proposed strategic plan for 2023-2028
• Review of 2024-2025 school calendar drafts (A, B, C)
• Proposal to increase AKTEACH homeschool allotment to $2,600
• Discussion of FY24 Student Fees
• Discussion of MOA with Kodiak Teen Court

Board of Education Regular Meeting

This meeting was largely procedural, with the Board approving the consent agenda that included minutes from previous meetings and expenditure summaries over $25,000 for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. No substantive policy discussions or public hearings were held.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of March 20, March 30, and April 3 meetings
• Approved FY23 Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report
• Approved FY24 Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report

Board of Education Work Session

The Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the 2023-2024 meeting calendar and E-Rate requests for FY24. The body is also reviewing summary reports for expenditures exceeding $25,000 for fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

• Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report - FY23
• Expenditures over $25,000 Summary Report - FY24
• FY24 E-Rate requests presentation
• 2023-2024 School Board Meeting Calendar

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held a special meeting and voted to adopt revised high school graduation requirements (Policy 6146.1) after a public hearing. The board also approved the 2023-2026 Kodiak Administrative Professionals Meet and Confer Agreement, expenditures over $25,000 for playground equipment funded by an Early Childhood Grant, and a leave of absence for a special education teacher.

• Adopted Board Policy 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements in second reading after a public hearing.
• Approved the 2023-2026 Kodiak Administrative Professionals Meet and Confer Agreement with salary schedule.
• Approved expenditures over $25,000 for playground equipment from an Early Childhood Grant.
• Approved a leave of absence for Monica Claridge, special education teacher at East Elementary School, for the 2023-2024 school year.

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved the FY24 Initial Budget and transmitted it to the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly by April 28, 2023. The meeting also included preliminary procedures, community comments, and an adjournment.

• Approved FY24 Initial Budget
• Public hearing on FY24 budget
• Board members: Dave Johnson, Judy Carstens, Katie Oliver, Jim Pryor, Duncan Fields
• Call-in number: 907-486-7599
• Adjourned at 6:57 p.m.

Board of Education and Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Joint Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough Assembly and School Board will meet informally to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 preliminary budget and facilities maintenance updates. No formal action is scheduled for this session.

• FY24 preliminary budget discussion
• Facilities maintenance update
• Budget submission deadline

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that includes the minutes of the February 20 meeting, a one‑year leave of absence for teacher Molly McFarland, and FY24 certificated contracts for administration ($1,715,905.20), non‑tenured staff ($130,471.00) and tenured staff ($160,498.00). The contracts represent the district’s salary commitments for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also featured standard opening items such as the pledge of allegiance and an Alutiiq land acknowledgment.

• Approval of FY24 Administrative Contracts – $1,715,905.20
• Approval of FY24 Non‑tenured Contracts – $130,471.00
• Approval of FY24 Tenured Contracts – $160,498.00
• Leave of Absence request for teacher Molly McFarland (2023‑24 school year)
• Approval of Minutes of February 20, 2023 Regular Meeting

FY24 Budget Presentation - Schools and Districtwide Programs

The Kodiak Island Borough School District is presenting its FY24 budget for schools and districtwide programs. The meeting is an informational session with no formal action scheduled.

• FY24 Budget Presentation
• 2022-23 Budget Presentation.pdf

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School Board holds a work session to review and discuss FY24 administrative contracts totaling $1,715,905.20, along with non-tenured and tenured teacher contract packages. Informational items include an ELA and math curriculum update, a leave-of-absence request, a grant summary report, expenditures over $25,000, and proposed changes to high school graduation requirements. Most items are recommended for formal action at the March 20 regular meeting.

• ELA and math curriculum update presentation by administration
• Leave of absence request for North Star Elementary teacher Molly McFarland for 2023-2024
• FY24 administrative contracts totaling $1,715,905.20 recommended for approval
• FY24 non-tenured teacher contracts ($130,471) and tenured teacher contracts ($160,498) recommended
• Discussion of board policy options to update high school graduation requirements

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education approved a consent agenda including FY24 certificated contracts for non-tenured and tenured teachers, stipends, and a proposed 2023-2024 calendar change.

• FY24 Non-tenured Certificated Contracts: $4,343,469.60
• FY24 Tenured Certificated Contracts: $295,784.00
• FY24 Certificated Stipends: $4,000
• Proposed 2023-2024 Calendar Change
• Leave of Absence Requests for Cooper, Arndt, and Ruotsalainen

FY24 Budget Presentation - Schools and Districtwide Programs

The school district is holding a presentation regarding the FY24 budget for schools and districtwide programs. The meeting includes reports on the budget and board priorities.

• FY24 Budget Presentation - Schools and Districtwide Programs
• Board Priorities

Board of Education Work Session

The Board of Education is conducting a work session to discuss the FY24 preliminary budget and teacher contracts. Members are also reviewing proposed changes to high school graduation requirements and the 2023-2024 school calendar.

• FY24 Non-tenured Certificated Contracts recommended for approval at $4,343,469.60
• FY24 Tenured Certificated Contracts recommended for approval at $295,784.00
• FY24 Certificated Stipends recommended for approval at $4,000
• Proposed update to Board Policy 6146.1 regarding high school graduation credits (options for 22.5 or 24.5 credits)
• Memorandum of Understanding with 'I love you guys Foundation' for safety procedures

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including minutes from prior meetings, staff contracts for the 2024 fiscal year, and a request to move an in-service day to April 28, 2023, to allow teachers to attend a literacy symposium.

• Move in-service day from Feb 20 to April 28, 2023
• FY24 Certificated Tenured Contracts
• FY24 Certificated Contracts: SPED Non-Tenured
• FY24 Certificated Contract: SPED Residency Waiver
• 2023-2024 Sabbatical Leave Request for Michael Finley

Board of Education Emergency Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting on January 12, 2023. The board approved a contract for Lester McCormick for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved 2022-2023 Certificated Contract for Lester McCormick
• Emergency Special Meeting held on January 12, 2023
• Board members: Dave Johnson, Judy Carstens, Katie Oliver, Jim Pryor, Duncan Fields

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education met to approve a certificated contract for teacher Lacy Harver and entered an executive session to discuss budget and negotiations.

• Approved 2022-2023 Certificated Contract for Lacy Harver ($35,167.69)
• Entered executive session for budget and negotiations
• Adjourned at 9:44 PM

Board of Education Work Session

The Kodiak Island Borough School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss several business items, including proposed revisions to high school graduation requirements that modify physical education, health, and career technology credits and set total credits at 24.5. The board will also consider moving an in-service day to April 28, 2023, for teachers to attend a reading symposium, and review recommendations on sabbatical and leave requests. Additionally, the board will discuss approval of certificated contracts totaling over $10 million and a winter budget revision.

• Revision to Board Policy 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements changing total credits to 24.5
• Proposed calendar change moving in-service day from Feb 20 to April 28, 2023
• Administration recommends against sabbatical leave for Mike Finley, 6th grade CTE teacher
• FY24 certificated tenured contracts recommended for approval at $8,378,513
• FY24 SPED non-tenured contracts ($944,939) and residency waiver contracts ($821,336) also recommended