Kenai Peninsula Borough School District public meetings in 2022

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee is meeting to discuss recommended edits to several existing policies and to introduce new policy drafts. Items include the district budget policy (BP 3100), board member roles (BB 9000), public statements (BB 9010), confidential information (BB 9011), board communications (BB 9012), board standards (BB 9020), and board membership (BB 9110). No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.

• BP 3100 Budget – recommended edits
• BB 9000 Role of Board and Members – recommended edits
• BB 9012 Communications to and from the Board – new policy draft
• BB 9020 Board Standards – new policy draft
• BB 9110 Board Membership – recommended edits

The committee reviewed several board policies and decided to move them to future work sessions for further consideration. For BP 3100 Budget, the committee recommended edits and requested legal guidance on specific verbiage.

• Moved BP 3100 Budget to work session with recommended edits and request for legal guidance on 'shall' versus 'will'
• Moved BB 9000 Role of Board and Members to next work session
• Moved BB 9010 Public Statements to next work session
• Moved BB 9011 Confidential Information to next work session
• Moved BB 9012 Communications to and from the Board to next work session
• Moved BB 9020 Board Standards to next work session
• Moved BB 9110 Board Membership to next work session

Board of Education Work Sessions

The board will discuss and vote on the Homer Forest Charter School application and approve final 2023 legislative priorities. Other items include policy reviews of Series 6000 and 7000, the annual class size report, and the FY24 preliminary budget process with a projected enrollment of 8,450.

• Homer Forest Charter School application – board to take action
• 2023 Legislative Priorities final draft for approval
• 2022 Class Size Report discussion
• Policy review of Series 6000 Instruction and Series 7000 New Construction
• FY24 Preliminary Budget Process review including projected enrollment of 8,450

The Board of Education held work sessions to discuss small school definitions, legislative priorities, and budget processes. Two specific agenda items were removed from consideration. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Pulled agenda item 13 A regarding BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs
• Pulled action item regarding the Homer Forest Charter School Application

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda with amendments to postpone two items: BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs until February 2023, and the Homer Forest Charter School Application until August 2023. The board will also receive a report from Mountain View Elementary and review October finance reports.

• Postponed Homer Forest Charter School Application until August 2023
• Postponed BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs until February 2023
• Mountain View Elementary School report presented by principal Karl Kircher
• October finance reports presented to the board

The Board of Education approved new charter school policies and guidelines, as well as the 2023 legislative priorities. Several personnel contracts and administrative regulations were approved via consent agenda. The Board postponed decisions on the Homer Forest Charter School application and religious beliefs policy.

• Approved BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy (9-0)
• Approved AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines (9-0)
• Approved 2023 Legislative Priorities (9-0)
• Approved KPSAA High School Handbook changes (9-0)
• Approved AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher and Long-Term Substitute contracts (9-0)
• Approved unpaid leave of absence request (9-0)
• Postponed Homer Forest Charter School Application until August 2023 (9-0)

Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting

The Charter School Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss the revised application for Homer Forest Charter School, which has been presented multiple times previously with updates. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and approval of notes from the November 3 meeting.

• Revised Homer Forest Charter School application with updated documents and overview of changes based on feedback
• Approval of notes from the November 3, 2022 Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed an updated application and supporting documents for the Homer Forest Charter School. Members questioned the applicant regarding facility securement, staffing, funding, and the blended learning model. No formal vote or decision was recorded regarding the application.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Approved the notes as printed

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee will continue its review of Series 6000 Instruction policies, which were previously tabled, and begin review of Series 7000 New Construction policies. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of agenda and notes, and adjournment.

• Continuing review of Series 6000 Instruction, including policies on school-sponsored trips, ceremonies, curriculum development, controversial issues, instructional materials, copyright, and charter schools.
• Beginning review of Series 7000 New Construction policies.
• Meeting is open to the public with in-person and remote participation options.

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the October 4, 2022 meeting. Discussions on policy series 6000 and 7000 were moved to future work sessions.

• Approved agenda
• Approved 10-04-2022 meeting notes
• Moved Policy Review of Series 6000 Instruction to December 5, 2022 work session
• Moved Policy Review of Series 7000 New Construction to a future work session

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session to discuss 2023 legislative priorities, the FY22 annual comprehensive financial report, a literacy update, the Homer Forest Charter School application, and several board policies. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of 2023 legislative priorities draft for the district
• FY22 annual financial report shows unqualified audit opinion with no findings
• Review of FY24 budget development calendar
• Homer Forest Charter School application presented for board input
• First readings of policy BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy and AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines

The Board of Education held work sessions to discuss legislative priorities, finance updates, and literacy. Two policies regarding charter schools were moved to first reading. Other policy reviews were scheduled for future meetings.

• Moved BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy to first reading (11-07-2022)
• Moved AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines to first reading (11-07-2022)

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee will discuss and provide input on the draft 2023 Legislative Priorities at this meeting. The draft was previously reviewed at September and October work sessions. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of prior meeting notes and a student representative update.

• Discussion of the 2023 Legislative Priorities draft (114 KB PDF attached)
• Approval of minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting
• Student representative update from Emma Knowles

The committee approved the notes from the September 12, 2022 meeting. Members discussed draft content and formatting for the 2023 Legislative Priorities, including funding, recruitment, and community engagement.

• Approved notes from 09-12-2022 committee meeting

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will conduct several procedural actions including swearing in newly elected members. The board will also elect officers for the 2022-2023 term and review school reports.

• Oath of office for Patricia Truesdell, Virginia Morgan, and John Kelly
• Election of Board President, Vice President, Clerk, and Treasurer
• McNeil Canyon Elementary School Report
• Soldotna Montessori Charter School Report
• September 2022 Finance Reports

The Board of Education approved several personnel contracts, budget transfers exceeding $50,000, and gaming permit designations. The board also elected its 2022-2023 officers and conducted first readings of policies regarding charter schools and religious beliefs.

• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-23-1 for Gaming Permits Primary & Secondary Members (8-0)
• Approved AR 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials (8-0)
• Approved unpaid leave of absence request for certified staff (8-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Board Member Committee Assignments (8-0)

Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting

The Charter School Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss the updated application for the Homer Forest Charter School, which was initially presented on September 27, 2022. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call and approval of prior meeting notes. The public may attend in person or virtually.

• Review of revised Homer Forest Charter School application and supporting documents
• Approval of notes from the September 27, 2022 committee meeting
• Public participation via Zoom and telephone
• Committee membership listed including Chair Patti Truesdell

The Charter School Oversight Committee discussed the Homer Forest Charter School application, including curriculum, enrollment, and facility logistics. The committee decided to keep the application in committee while moving it forward to a work session for input from the full board.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 09-27-2022 meeting notes as printed
• Decided to keep Homer Forest Charter School application in committee and move it to a board work session

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee is reviewing ongoing policy items and considering new policies. Items include further review of supplementary instructional materials (AR 6161.11) and charter school guidelines (AR 6187), plus introduction of new policies on access to district records (BP 1340 and AR 1340). The meeting includes procedural items and an exhibit on public records requests.

• Further review of AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials, including grade-level differentiation
• Continued review of AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines with revisions from Chair Cary
• Introduction of BP 1340 Access to District Records as new business with administration recommendations
• Introduction of AR 1340 Access to District Records as new business
• Exhibit E 1340 Public Records Request provided for information

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from August 1, 2022. Several policy reviews, including charter school guidelines and district records access, were moved to the next work session.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved notes from 08-01-2022 as presented
• Moved AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines to the next work session
• Moved BP 1340 Access to District Records to the next work session
• Moved AR 1340 Access to District Records to the next work session

Board of Education Work Sessions

The board will discuss a health care update revealing a combined reserve fund decrease of over $1.9 million and a move to a tiered rate plan beginning January 2023. They will also continue drafting 2023 state and federal legislative priorities. Additionally, the board will review three policies: Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs, Use of Copyrighted Materials, and Charter Schools Policy.

• Employee Health Care reserve fund decreased by $221,941 and interest loss of $45,127.52, total $1,263,457.32
• Employer Health Care reserve fund decreased by $1,711,075.56 and interest loss of $121,753.80, total $2,408,801.05
• Health plan moving to tiered rates (employee only, employee+spouse, employee+child(ren), employee+family) starting Jan 2023
• RFP for fully insured health care: Premera 15% higher, Aetna 6% higher (no dental/vision quoted)
• Policy review of BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs (lengthy review history including Supreme Court ruling consideration)

Board of Education Work Sessions

This is a procedural work session of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education. The agenda lists only a general board discussion with no specific proposals, votes, or public hearings. No concrete decisions or notable items are scheduled.

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education held a special meeting primarily to discuss reinstatement of a student's interscholastic eligibility in executive session. The board voted unanimously to enter and later adjourn the closed session. No other substantive business was conducted; the meeting consisted of procedural items and the executive session.

• Unanimous vote to enter executive session to discuss reinstatement of interscholastic eligibility under BP 5125
• Executive session held for confidential discussion of student eligibility

The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss a student's eligibility. Following an executive session, the board voted to reinstate interscholastic eligibility for Laken Graham.

• Approved reinstatement of interscholastic eligibility for Laken Graham (8-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education voted to approve the consent agenda, including budget transfers over $50,000 and other routine items. The board also received the August finance reports and heard reports from schools, committees, and the superintendent. Public comment opportunities were provided for students and residents on non-agenda items.

• Approved consent agenda with budget transfers over $50,000 (Item 12B)
• Received August finance reports detailing revenue and expenditure summaries (Item 11A)
• Heard a school report from Sterling Elementary (Item 3A)
• Opened floor for student presentations and public comments (Items 5, 6)
• Board members reported on official activities and committee meetings (Items 11B, 11C, 11D)

The Board of Education approved a policy for the selection of instructional materials and passed a consent agenda including teacher contracts and budget transfers. The meeting included public testimony regarding Nikolaevsk School and requests for charter school applications.

• Approved BP 6161.1 Selection of Instructional Materials (9-0)
• Approved budget transfers over $50,000 (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-23-1 designating primary and alternate members for Gaming Permits (9-0)
• Approved request to rescind a 2022-23 unpaid leave of absence (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved minutes from 09-12-2022 meeting

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Board of Education held a special meeting to interview four candidates for the District 5 Sterling/Funny River board seat vacated by Ms. Waller. After executive session, the board voted to appoint Beverley Romanin to serve until the regular election in October 2023.

• Interviewed four candidates: Benjamin Miller, Leslie Morton, Beverley Romanin, Margaret Erkeneff
• Held executive session to discuss candidate qualifications
• Appointed Beverley Romanin to fill the District 5 seat until October 2023 election
• Administered oath of office to the appointee

The Board of Education interviewed candidates and held an executive session to discuss the District 5 Sterling/Funny River vacancy. The Board voted to appoint Beverley Romanin to the position until the October 2023 regular election.

• Approved appointment of Beverley Romanin to District 5 Sterling/Funny River board member (8-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss District 5 candidates (8-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (8-0)

Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee is reviewing the Homer Forest Charter School application, including a presentation and a handout on KPBSD education provisions. The item was revised on 9/29/2022. The meeting also includes approval of notes from January 11, 2022.

• Homer Forest Charter School application (54,966 KB initial application, revised presentation 9/27/22)
• Handout: 'KPBSD of Education Provisions' (438 KB)
• Approval of meeting notes from January 11, 2022
• Meeting is open to the public via Zoom or telephone

The Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee reviewed an initial application for the Homer Forest Charter School. The committee decided to table the application until a future meeting to allow applicants to provide additional materials and provisions.

• Approved 01-11-2022 meeting notes
• Tabled Homer Forest Charter School application

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with opening procedures, school reports from Homer Middle School and Port Graham School, a student representative report, public comment periods, and a superintendent's report. The board will also receive the July 2022 finance report and consider approval of the consent agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Homer Middle School report by Ms. Meghan Redmond
• Port Graham School report by Mr. Jimmy Hayes
• July Finance Reports 2022-9-12 (informational)
• Student Board Representative Report by Miss Ashley Dahlman
• Approval of Consent Agenda (action item)

The Board of Education approved several personnel contracts, including new teachers and administrators, and adopted policies regarding curriculum development and instructional materials. The board also formally accepted the resignation of member Jennifer Waller.

• Approved AR 6141 Curriculum Development (6-0)
• Approved Ashley Dahlman as Student Representative to the School Board and Emma Knowles as Student Representative to the Information Committee (6-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Administrator, New Teacher, Temporary Retired Teacher, and Long-Term Substitute contracts (6-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher contracts (6-0)
• Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved BP 6141 Curriculum Development (6-0)
• Approved BP 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials (6-0)
• Approved BP 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials (6-0)

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee will meet to revisit its charge and discuss communication strategies. Topics include Key Communicators and legislative advocacy, focusing on ways to engage the public and state legislature. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Approval of notes from the April 11, 2022 meeting
• Revisit the Information Committee charge
• Discussion on Key Communicators for public and legislative outreach
• Discussion on legislative advocacy and communication with the state legislature

The committee approved the meeting notes as presented. Members discussed the committee's charge regarding communication, the use of key communicators, and strategies for legislative advocacy in Juneau.

• Approved meeting notes as presented

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the 2022-2023 Association of Alaska School Boards resolutions and begin drafting the 2023 state and federal legislative priorities. Additionally, an overview of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Middle College programs will be presented. No votes or decisions are expected at this work session.

• Discussion of AASB 2022-2023 resolutions and 2023 legislative priorities
• CTE/Middle College overview presented by Ms. Karron
• General board discussion

Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education was called to address reinstatement of student eligibility. The board went into executive session to discuss confidential matters, then voted to approve reinstating interscholastic eligibility for Mr. Troy Cotton as of August 1, 2022.

• Executive session held to discuss confidential student eligibility reinstatement matters
• Motion carried to approve reinstatement of interscholastic eligibility for Mr. Troy Cotton, effective August 1, 2022
• Meeting was conducted via Zoom and telephone, open to public participation

The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss a student eligibility matter in executive session. The board voted to reinstate the interscholastic eligibility of Troy Cotton effective August 1, 2022.

• Approved reinstatement of interscholastic eligibility for Troy Cotton as of August 1, 2022 (8-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will consider approving new administrator contracts for Amanda Adams, Shea Nash, and Jimmy Hayes, along with multiple new teacher contracts, as part of a consent agenda. The meeting also includes presentations, public comments, and reports from the superintendent and board members. Most other items are procedural.

• Approval of 2022-23 new administrator contracts for Amanda Adams (Virtual Learning Coordinator), Shea Nash (Principal/Teacher, River City Academy), and Jimmy Hayes (Principal/Teacher, Port Graham School)
• Approval of multiple new teacher contracts for the 2022-23 school year, including positions at Soldotna High School, Mountain View Elementary, Skyview Middle School, and others
• Public comment opportunities: student presentations, public presentations, hearing of delegations, and comments on action items
• Board reports from members on official activities and committee meetings since last regular meeting

The Board of Education approved the district's Strategic Plan for 2022 to 2027 and several new administrator, teacher, and retired teacher contracts. The board also passed multiple policy updates regarding school personnel complaints and instructional materials, and approved two Memorandums of Agreement with the Kenai Peninsula Educational Support Association.

• Approved Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Strategic Plan 2022 to 2027 (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Administrator, New Teacher, and Temporary Retired Teacher contracts (8-0)
• Approved MOA with KPESA for competitive salary schedule (7-1)
• Approved MOA with KPESA for Grow-Your-Own special education program (8-0)
• Approved BP/AR 1312.1 and 1312.2 regarding personnel and instructional material complaints (8-0)
• Approved BP 6144 and AR 6144 regarding Controversial Issues (8-0)
• Approved AR 6161.4 Acceptable Use Policy-Internet Safety Policy (8-0)
• Approved BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances (8-0)

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session to discuss and review several policies, including curriculum development, selection of instructional materials, and acceptable use of the internet. Presentations on the SIT/RISE program and federal programs are also scheduled.

• Review of AR 6141 Curriculum Development and BP 6161.1 Selection of Instructional Materials
• Discussion of revised AR 6161.4 Acceptable Use Policy-Internet Safety Policy
• Review of AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials
• Governance Handbook review
• SIT/RISE and Federal Programs presentations

The Board of Education conducted work sessions involving presentations on SIT/RISE and Federal Programs, a Governance Handbook review, and discussions on four board policies. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee is meeting to review and discuss several proposed policy revisions, including BP 6141.2 on recognition of religious beliefs and customs (tabled for further legal consultation after a recent Supreme Court ruling), AR 6161.4 on acceptable use and internet safety, AR 6161.11 on supplementary instructional materials, AR 6162.6 on copyrighted materials, and charter school policies BP 6187 and AR 6187. The committee will also approve meeting notes and agenda.

• Review of BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs, tabled for legal input after a recent Supreme Court ruling
• Review of AR 6161.4 Acceptable Use Policy-Internet Safety Policy with suggested edits from Mr. Soderquist
• Review of AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials, returned from previous work session
• Review of AR 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials, tabled due to lack of time
• Review of BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy and AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines, tabled from prior meeting

The committee reviewed the status of several board policies and administrative regulations. Most items were moved to future work sessions or meetings, with one item tabled.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved notes from 6-27-2022 meeting
• Moved BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs to next Work Session
• Moved AR 6161.4 Acceptable Use Policy-Internet Safety Policy to Work Session and Agenda
• Moved AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials to next Policy Committee meeting
• Moved AR 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials to next Work Session
• Moved BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy to next Work Session
• Tabled AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines until next Policy Committee meeting

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the FY23 budget revision, which includes $137.9 million in revenue and expenditures following additional funding from the borough and state. They will also consider transferring $550,000 from Student Nutrition Services to Student Transportation for FY22, and review multiple instructional material policies. Other discussions include the 2022-2027 strategic plan, board goals, staffing formulas, and substitute/temporary wages.

• FY23 budget revision: total revenue and expenditures of $137,935,408, including $3.8M from state one-time funding and $2.56M from borough ordinance
• Proposed FY22 fund transfer of $550,000 from Student Nutrition Services to Student Transportation due to COVID-related deficits
• Review of policies AR 1312.2 (challenges to instructional materials), BP 6141 (curriculum development), AR 6144 (controversial issues), and others
• Introduction of the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, developed with Hanover Research, for final board review
• Discussion on staffing formulas and substitute/temporary wages for the 2022-2023 school year

The Board of Education determined the reading schedule and committee assignments for several board policies regarding instructional materials and curriculum. The session also included discussions on the FY23 budget revision, FY22 fund transfers, and the 2022-2027 strategic plan.

• AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials: Move to first read in August
• BP 6141 Curriculum Development: Move to 1st reading change to shall
• AR 6144 Controversial Issues: Move to first read
• BP 6161.1 Selection of Instructional Materials: Move to WS August
• BP 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials: Move to first reading
• AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials: Move to policy committee and ws
• BP 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials: Move to first read

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with procedural actions including approval of agenda and minutes. The board will receive reports on May finance reports and the fourth quarter budget transfer report. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Approval of agenda as presented
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2022
• May Finance Reports presented to the board
• Fourth Quarter Budget Transfer Report presented
• Student presentations and public comments on any topic

The Board of Education approved the revised FY23 budget, the 2022-2023 Board Goals, and a four-year plan for classroom display technology. Additionally, the board authorized a $550,000 fund transfer from Student Nutrition Services to Student Transportation for FY22.

• Approved Revised FY23 Budget (9-0)
• Approved transfer of $550,000 from Student Nutrition Services to Student Transportation for FY22 (9-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Board Goals (9-0)
• Approved 4-year Classroom Display Technology purchase and replacement plan (9-0)
• Approved budget transfers over $50,000 (9-0)
• Approved 2021-22 New Administrator Contracts (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher Contracts (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 pay schedule for substitutes and temporary employees (9-0)

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to discuss employee pay schedules in an executive session, citing that public discussion could adversely affect district finances. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and approval of the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss employee pay schedules

The Board of Education entered an executive session to discuss employee pay schedules. No substantive decisions or votes on pay schedules were recorded in the public minutes.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Entered executive session to discuss employee pay schedules (8-0)

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee is discussing revisions to several administrative regulations and policies, including a cost estimate of $5,030 for handling challenges to instructional materials, updates to remote site living expenses, and new charter school policies. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; items are for discussion and potential recommendation to the full board.

• Cost analysis for an instructional material review committee estimated at $5,030 (subs, meals, mileage)
• Exhibit E 3344 Remote Site Living Expenses updated with removed sunset information
• New business: BP 6187 Charter Schools Policy and AR 6187 Charter School Guidelines reviewed
• Revisions to AR 6161.4 Acceptable Use Policy-Internet Safety Policy with updated definitions and security section
• Review of AR 6144 Controversial Issues and AR 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials

The committee approved the agenda and the notes from the June 6, 2022 meeting. Several exhibits and policy reviews were moved to the July 11, 2022 meeting or the August 1, 2022 meeting. Three items were tabled until August 1, 2022, due to lack of time.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved notes from 6-6-2022 meeting
• Moved Exhibits E 3344, E 6141 (a), E 6141 (b), E 6141 (c), E 6141 (d), E 6187 (c), E 0420a, and E 9311 to 7-11-2022 general information packet
• Moved AR 1312.2 and AR 6144 to 7-11-2022 Work Session
• Moved AR 6141 to next Work Session
• Moved BP 6141.2 and AR 6161.4 to 8-1-2022 meeting
• Tabled AR 6162.6 to 8-1-2022 meeting
• Tabled BP 6187 and AR 6187 to 8-1-2022 meeting

Board of Education Planning Session

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education held a public planning session to discuss its staffing formula, conduct a self‑evaluation, and review the 2021‑2022 board goals. The board also began drafting goals for the 2022‑2023 school year. Handouts and video recordings of the session were provided for participants.

• Review of Staffing Formula (discussion)
• Review of Board Self Evaluation (discussion)
• Review of 2021‑2022 Board Goals (discussion)
• Development of 2022‑2023 Board Goals (discussion)

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss employee contract negotiations behind closed doors. The board voted unanimously to enter executive session, citing potential adverse effects on district finances if discussed publicly. The meeting concluded after adjourning the executive session.

• Board voted to enter executive session for negotiations under Alaska Statute 44.62.310(c)
• Motion to enter executive session carried 9-0, with all members present voting yes
• Meeting adjourned after executive session; no public action taken

The Board of Education convened a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss negotiations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Entered executive session to discuss negotiations (9-0)
• Adjourned executive session (8-0)

Board of Education Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education with routine procedural items and informational reports. The board will receive the April Finance Reports and a summary of current lease agreements for 2022-2023, including specific monthly amounts. No action items are scheduled beyond approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes. Public comment opportunities are provided.

• April Finance Reports: monthly revenue and expenditure information presented for board awareness
• Lease Agreements for 2022-2023: Boys & Girls Club leases portion of old Kenai Elementary at $850/month; Kachemak-Selo School leases two facilities at $2,790/month and $1,350/month; Razdolna School lease with Razdolna Community, LLC expires June 30, 2022
• Approval of agenda and minutes from May 2, 2022 special and regular meetings
• Student Board Representative report and school reports
• Public presentations: student comments, public comments on non-agenda items, hearing of delegations, and public comments on action items

The Board of Education approved several personnel contracts and salary schedules for the 2022-23 school year. The board also approved the KPSAA Handbook and a resolution regarding the reemployment of retirees. No policy revisions were introduced for first reading.

• Approved 2021-22 Long-Term Substitute Teacher contracts (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Administrator contracts (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher contracts (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher contracts (9-0)
• Approved Kenai Peninsula School Athletic Association (KPSAA) Handbook SY 2022-2023 (9-0)
• Approved FY22-FY24 Exempt Employee Salary Schedules (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-22-3 Reemployment of Retirees, SB185 (9-0)
• Approved minutes from 5-2-2022 Special Meeting and 5-2-2022 regular meeting

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Policy Review Committee met to examine several curriculum development documents, including E 6141 (a) through (d) and related BP and AR items. Ongoing policy items such as AR 1312.2, BP 6141, BP 6141.2, BP 6161.1, and BP 6161.11 were also reviewed. New business included consideration of AR 6141, AR 6144, AR 6161.11, AR 6162.6, and AR 6161.4. No formal decisions were recorded; the meeting focused on discussion and review of draft policies.

• E 6141 (a) Curriculum Development Process – review
• E 6141 (b) Curriculum Content Review Cycle – review
• BP 6141 Curriculum Development – ongoing review
• AR 6144 Controversial Issues – considered
• AR 6161.4 Internet Use Agreement – laydown added

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from May 9, 2022. All other listed policy and exhibit reviews were moved to future committee meetings or a July 11, 2022, work session. No policies were finalized or amended during this meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 5-9-2022 meeting notes as printed
• Moved BP 6141 Curriculum Development to 7-11-2022 Work Session
• Moved BP 6161.1 Selection of Instructional Materials to 7-11-2022 Work Session
• Moved BP 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials to 7-11-2022 Work Session
• Moved BP 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials to 7-11-2022 Work Session
• Moved AR 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials to 7-11-2022 Work Session

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session to discuss several policies, an FY23 preliminary budget with a $7,018,488 deficit, classroom display technology replacement, and a strategic plan update. The budget discussion includes plans to use $8,459,891 in ESSER III funds and updated revenue from the state and borough. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• FY23 preliminary budget deficit of $7,018,488, to be partially covered by $8,459,891 in ESSER III funds for salaries and benefits
• Kenai Peninsula Borough provides $39,741,388 local contribution plus $12,822,896 in-kind services for total $52,564,284
• State of Alaska adds $3,844,884 in one-time funds and a $30 BSA increase effective FY24
• Interest earnings through March 2022 show a loss of $964,766.71 due to fair value adjustments
• Classroom display technology replacement plan discussed (Interactive Flat Panels)

The Board scheduled first readings for five board policies and administrative regulations for the July 11, 2022 meeting. The session included updates on classroom technology, the FY23 budget, interest earnings, and the strategic plan, but no decisions were recorded for these items.

• Scheduled first reading of BP 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel for 7-11-2022
• Scheduled first reading of AR 1312.1 Complaints Concerning School Personnel for 7-11-2022
• Scheduled first reading of BP 1312.2 Complaints Concerning Instructional Material for 7-11-2022
• Scheduled first reading of BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances for 7-11-2022
• Scheduled first reading of BP 6144 Controversial Issues for 7-11-2022

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will continue reviewing several policies carried over from its April 11 meeting, including those on public complaints about school personnel, instructional material challenges, ceremonies, curriculum development, and religious beliefs. The committee will also discuss new business and approve prior meeting notes. All items are procedural policy reviews with no final votes scheduled at this meeting.

• Review of BP 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel and AR 1312.1 Complaints Concerning School Personnel
• Review of BP 1312.2 Complaints Concerning Instructional Material and AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials
• Discussion of BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances and BP 6141 Curriculum Development
• Review of BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs and BP 6144 Controversial Issues
• Review of BP 6161.1 Selection of Instructional Materials, BP 6161.11 Supplementary Instructional Materials, and BP 6162.6 Use of Copyrighted Materials

The committee reviewed 11 existing board policies and administrative regulations. Most items were moved to work sessions or tabled for future meetings, while one policy was sent for legal input.

• BP 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel: moved to work session
• AR 1312.1 Complaints Concerning School Personnel: moved to work session
• BP 1312.2 Complaints Concerning Instructional Material: moved to work session
• AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials: tabled to next committee meeting
• BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances: moved to work session
• BP 6141 Curriculum Development: returned to next committee meeting
• BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs: sent to legal for input
• BP 6144 Controversial Issues: moved to work session

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting primarily to enter executive session to discuss the salary schedule action items. The board will also approve the agenda and handle procedural items. The executive session is authorized under Alaska law to protect district finances.

• Executive session to discuss salary schedule action items
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The Board of Education entered an executive session to discuss salary schedule action items. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Entered executive session to discuss salary schedule action items (9-0)
• Adjourned executive session (9-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will meet to consider approval of the consent agenda, which includes several routine items. The board will also receive the March finance reports and hear reports from Seward High and Middle schools, student representatives, and the superintendent. The meeting is open to the public and includes opportunities for public comment.

• Approval of consent agenda (items 10 B–F)
• March Finance Reports presented for review
• Seward High School report by Mr. Henry Burns
• Seward Middle School report by Mr. Matthew Potter
• Student Board Representative Report by Miss Neviya Reed and Miss Olivia Ferguson

The Board of Education approved the 2022-23 tentative non-tenure teacher contracts and new administrator contracts. The meeting also included extensive public testimony regarding staffing formulas, teacher salaries, and special education staffing.

• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Administrator Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved agenda with no changes
• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes as printed

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss library services, remote/distance education, the six-year capital plan and a school bond resolution, and the FY23 budget. The preliminary budget shows a $7,018,488 deficit, with the administration directed to use ESSER III funds to close the gap. The board will also review the FY23 budget request letter sent to the Kenai Peninsula Borough.

• District Library Services Report presented by Christina Burns
• Remote/Distance Education update from coordinator and teachers
• Six Year Capital Plan and Resolution 21-22-2 supporting a 2022 school bond
• Review of FY23 Budget with $131.5M revenue, $138.5M expenditures, $7M deficit, and $8.46M in ESSER III funds for salaries
• FY23 Budget request letter to Kenai Peninsula Borough

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss an update on the 2022-2027 strategic plan and receive board training from Superintendent Clayton Holland and Dr. Deborah Rinio. Both items are for discussion and information only, with no votes scheduled.

• Strategic Plan Update: Assistant Superintendent Kari Dendurent will present progress on the 2022-2027 KPBSD Strategic Plan
• Board Training: Expanded training session with Superintendent Clayton Holland and Dr. Deborah Rinio, related to district administrator training in Seward on April 13

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will receive school reports from Marathon School and Fireweed Academy, hear a student board representative report, and review February 2022 finance reports and the third quarter budget transfer report. The meeting also includes opportunities for public comment on non-agenda items and student presentations. No major action items or contract approvals are scheduled.

• School reports from Marathon School (Ms. Melissa Linton) and Fireweed Academy (Mr. Todd Hindman)
• February 2022 finance reports and third quarter budget transfer report
• Student board representative report by Miss Neviya Reed
• Public presentations/comments on non-agenda items

The Board of Education approved the FY23 General Fund budget, which includes $50 million from the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The meeting also included reports on legislative advocacy, student achievements, and the hiring of a new Student Support Services Director.

• Approved FY23 General Fund revenue budget of $131,526,240 (7-0)
• Approved FY23 General Fund expenditure budget of $130,831,240 and transfers of $695,000 (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from 3-14-2022 meeting

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee will meet to review a revised administrative regulation (AR 1330) on the use of school facilities and properties, which was returned for further review after public testimony on March 14. The committee will also consider multiple new board policies and administrative regulations, including those on public complaints concerning school personnel, challenges to instructional materials, ceremonies and observances, curriculum development, recognition of religious beliefs, controversial issues, selection of instructional materials, supplementary materials, and use of copyrighted materials. Additionally, the committee will review a draft of the Request for Reconsideration of Instructional Materials form.

• Revised AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties, including pool fees and classifications for non-profits, returned for further review
• New BP 1312.1 and AR 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel
• New BP 1312.2 and AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials
• New BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances and BP 6141 Curriculum Development
• New BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs and BP 6144 Controversial Issues

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee approved the notes from the March 14, 2022 meeting. The committee moved a revised policy on the use of school facilities and properties to a first reading at the business meeting. Several other policy items were moved to the next meeting.

• Approved notes from 3-14-2022
• Moved revised AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties to first reading
• Moved E 1312.2a Request for Reconsideration of Instructional Materials to May meeting general information packet
• Moved BP 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel to next meeting
• Moved AR 1312.1 Complaints Concerning School Personnel to next meeting
• Moved BP 1312.2 Complaints Concerning Instructional Material to next meeting
• Moved AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials to next meeting
• Moved BP 6115 Ceremonies and Observances to next meeting

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee will meet to approve prior meeting notes and hear a student representative update. The main discussion item is a review of legislative activity over the past month. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Approval of notes from March 14, 2022 meeting
• Student representative update by Olivia Ferguson
• Discussion of legislative activity in the past month

The committee approved the meeting notes from March 14, 2022. Members received updates regarding student activities, Site Council efforts to write letters of support to the legislature, and highlights from the NSBA conference.

• Approved notes from 3-14-2022

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Board of Education holds work sessions to discuss several items including KPSAA handbook changes (adding esports and wrestling updates), the new AK STAR assessment, a recommendation to purchase iReady Classroom for K-5 math, a revised bond proposal, and the FY23 preliminary budget. The FY23 budget is balanced at $131,526,240 with no planned use of fund balance. No final votes are taken; these are discussions informing future board decisions.

• KPSAA handbook changes: adding esports participation fees via PlayVS and updating wrestling rules and coaching staff for girls wrestling
• Alaska Star Assessment overview: new spring summative assessment replacing previous tests
• K-5 Mathematics Program recommendation: purchase iReady Classroom from Curriculum Associates
• Revised Bond Proposal discussed by Superintendent
• FY23 Preliminary Budget: $131,526,240 in revenues and expenditures, with $50M from Kenai Peninsula Borough support

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee is reviewing and potentially updating several policies. Items include an amendment to the Library Bill of Rights exhibit to add a privacy clause, a new administrative regulation for school-sponsored trips requiring insurance for charter buses, and a new board policy on energy conservation to align with state law. The committee will also approve previous meeting notes and the agenda.

• E 1312.2(b) Library Bill of Rights: update adding a clause on privacy and confidentiality in library use, reflecting a 2019 American Library Association amendment.
• AR 6153 School-Sponsored Trips: amended to require charter bus contractors to provide $1,000,000 general liability and $5,000,000 auto liability insurance, with district as additional insured.
• BP 3511 Energy Conservation: new policy to formalize existing energy management plan, potentially increasing grant scoring for facilities.
• Approval of notes from the February 7, 2022 meeting.

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the February 7, 2022, meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded regarding the listed policy reviews or new business items.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved notes from 2-7-2022 meeting

Board of Education Work Sessions

The board will discuss and review several policy updates, including school-sponsored trips insurance requirements and an energy conservation policy. They will also receive updates on the K-5 math materials review process and discuss the FY23 preliminary general fund budget, legislative bills, enrollment history, and community budget meeting feedback. Student council resolutions and school bond priorities are also on the agenda.

• Review of AR 6153 School-Sponsored Trips requiring $1M general liability and $5M auto liability insurance
• Review of BP 3511 Energy Conservation policy
• K-5 Mathematics Materials Review Committee update
• FY23 Preliminary General Fund Budget review
• Discussion of legislative bills in Alaska Legislature

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will meet March 14, 2022, to consider approval of the consent agenda (items 10 B-I), receive the January finance report, and hear reports from Nikiski Middle Senior High and Nikolaevsk School. The meeting also includes public comment periods and student presentations.

• Approval of consent agenda for multiple items (10 B-I)
• January 2022 finance report presented to the board
• School report from Nikiski Middle Senior High by Mr. Shane Bostic
• School report from Nikolaevsk School by Mr. Mike Sellers
• Student Board Representative report by Miss Neviya Reed

The Board of Education approved several sets of teacher and administrator contracts for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 school years. The board also approved unpaid leave of absence requests for certified and support staff. No final action was recorded for the first reading of Board Policy AR 1330.

• Approved 2021-22 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2021-22 New Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Administrator Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 New Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s) (8-0)
• Approved unpaid leave of absence request for certified staff (8-0)
• Approved unpaid leave of absence requests for support staff (8-0)

Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Finance Committee will discuss the FY23 Preliminary General Fund Budget. They will also review enrollment history from FY13 to FY23 and recap community budget meetings held in February. The meeting includes procedural items like approving notes from the previous meeting.

• FY23 Preliminary General Fund Budget Review
• Enrollment history review (FY13-FY23 projected and actual)
• Community budget meetings recap from February
• Approval of notes from the February 7, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the meeting notes from February 7, 2022. Members received presentations on the FY23 Preliminary General Fund Budget, enrollment history, and a recap of community budget meetings.

• Approved notes from 2-7-2022 meeting

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee is meeting to discuss procedural items and receive updates. Agenda items include approval of previous meeting notes, a student representative update, and an update on the Association of Alaska School Boards legislative fly-in. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational.

• Approval of notes from February 7, 2022 meeting
• Student representative update from Olivia Ferguson
• AASB Legislative Fly-in Update with attached documents

The committee approved the notes from the February 7, 2022 meeting. Members discussed legislative fly-in preparations and requested a list of priority bills for advocacy.

• Approved notes from 2-7-2022 meeting

Board of Education Work Sessions

The board will review a $131.5 million preliminary FY23 general fund budget based on a flat Base Student Allocation of $5,930 and projected enrollment of 8,429 students. They will also consider a FY22 budget revision showing a $2.64 million increase in state revenue from higher enrollment and an additional $2 million from the Kenai Peninsula Borough via the American Rescue Plan Act, bringing total FY22 revenue to $136 million. Other items include proposed policy changes for school facility use fees and Title IX procedures, along with a strategic plan update.

• FY22 budget revision: $2,644,365 increase in state revenue from higher ADM and $2,000,000 KPB ARPA funding
• FY23 preliminary general fund budget of $131,526,240 with no planned fund balance use
• Proposed changes to AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties, including pool fee revisions
• Review of AR 0410.1 Title IX and Title IX Personnel policy
• Discussion of 2022-2027 strategic plan with core values and climate survey

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 7, 2022, with a consent agenda including approval of the 2022-2023 organizational chart, personnel actions (leaves of absence, substitute and teacher contracts), and a school report from Kaleidoscope School of Arts and Science. No finance report is scheduled for this month.

• Approval of 2022-2023 District Organizational Chart
• Leave of absence for Christina Tuls, Special Education Resource Teacher at Mountain View Elementary
• Long-term substitute contracts for Sarah Brewer, Gerald Byrne, Judith Eckert, and Jennifer Wisdom-Moss
• New teacher contracts for Shoshannah Brasher (Seward High), Meghan Haldorson (K-Beach Elementary), Anne Hays (Kaleidoscope Charter), and Andrew Shook (Soldotna Elementary)
• Temporary retired teacher contracts for Carol Boehmler, Sarah Jones, and Steven Klaich

The Board of Education approved a budget revision for the general fund, student transportation, and food service. It also authorized the purchase of 35 new copiers and approved several teacher contracts and a negotiated agreement for administrators.

• Approved purchase of 35 Konica Minolta copiers for $317,467.50
• Approved FY22 budget revision for general fund, student transportation, and food service
• Approved FY21-22 through FY23-24 KPAA Negotiated Agreement
• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Tenure Teacher Contracts
• Approved AR 0410.1 and BP 0410.1 Title IX and Title IX Personnel
• Approved BB 9323 Meeting Conduct
• Approved 2022-23 District Organizational Chart and various teacher contracts via consent agenda

Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Finance Committee is reviewing a revised FY22 budget that reflects higher student enrollment and additional borough funding, and a preliminary FY23 budget based on a flat base student allocation. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 10 meeting. The FY22 budget revision includes a $2.6 million increase in state revenue and $2 million from the Kenai Peninsula Borough, resulting in a balanced general fund budget of $136 million. The FY23 preliminary budget projects $131.5 million in revenue and expenditures with no planned use of fund balance.

• FY22 budget revision: total revenue $136,048,255, no fund balance use expected
• FY23 preliminary budget: $131,526,240 total revenue/expenditures, no fund balance use
• Student transportation budget requires $741,341 from fund balance due to $7.98M expenditures vs $7.21M revenue
• Food service budget balanced at $3,979,904 with no fund balance use
• Approval of notes from January 10, 2022 finance committee meeting

The committee approved the meeting notes from January 10, 2022. Ms. Hayes presented the FY22 Budget Revision and the FY23 Preliminary Budget. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved notes of the 1-10-2022 meeting

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee meets to approve minutes from January 10, hear a student representative update, and discuss a future communications plan. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of notes from January 10, 2022 meeting
• Student representative update from Olivia Ferguson
• Discussion of future communications plan

The committee approved the notes from the January 10, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on student representative activities and the communications plan for the AASB Legislative Fly-In.

• Approved notes of the January 10, 2022 meeting

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will review recommended changes to AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties, including adjustments to pool use fees for non-profit groups. The committee will also consider approval of the meeting notes from January 10, 2022, and an updated complaint form (E 0410.1 (e)).

• Review of recommended changes to AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties, specifically pool fees for non-profit groups
• Presentation of corrected Complaint Form E 0410.1 (e)
• Approval of meeting notes from January 10, 2022

The committee reviewed the complaint form format and the policy for use of school facilities and properties. The complaint form was moved to the general information packet, and the school facilities policy was moved to a work session.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved January 10, 2022 meeting notes as printed
• Moved E 0410.1 (e) Complaint Form to general information packet
• Moved AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties to a work session

Board of Education Special Meeting

The board held a special meeting with two executive sessions: one for confidential matters required by law and another to discuss employee contract negotiations, citing adverse financial effects if disclosed. All motions to enter and adjourn the closed sessions passed unanimously.

• Executive session to discuss matters that would adversely affect district finances if publicly known (employee contract negotiations)
• Board voted 8-0 to enter first executive session for confidential matters under BP 1312.1 and Alaska Statute 44.62.310(c)
• Board voted 8-0 to enter second executive session specifically for employee contract negotiations

The Board of Education convened for a special meeting consisting of two executive sessions. One session was held for confidential matters and the other for employee contract negotiations. No public decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Entered executive session for confidential matters (8-0)
• Adjourned executive session for confidential matters (8-0)
• Entered executive session for employee contract negotiations (8-0)
• Adjourned executive session for employee contract negotiations (8-0)

KPBSD Board of Education and KPB Joint Budget Work Session

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will attend a joint work session with the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The meeting is a discussion item; no votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Joint work session between KPBSD Board of Education and Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly on FY23 Budget

Board of Education Work Sessions

The Board will hold work sessions on the FY23 preliminary budget, which shows a $7,018,488 deficit requiring use of fund balance and ESSER III funds. They will also discuss a draft organizational chart for 2022-2023 and receive an update on Project Grad from Jane Beck. The budget discussion includes revenue projections based on a $5,930 Base Student Allocation and 8,429 enrollment, with total expenditures of $138,544,728.

• FY23 preliminary budget deficit of $7,018,488; use of fund balance and ESSER III funds proposed
• State revenue projection: $80,346,240 including Foundation Funding of $73,591,664
• Draft organizational chart for 2022-2023 discussed
• Project Grad update presented by Jane Beck
• KPB support budgeted at $50,000,000; in-kind services at $11,462,686

Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Charter School Oversight Committee will meet to discuss its operating procedures, board member roles, charter school by-laws, and renewal dates. The agenda also includes approval of notes from a prior meeting. The document is procedural and does not record final decisions.

• Discussion of KPBSD Charter School Oversight Committee procedures
• Review of board member roles and charter school by-laws
• Discussion of charter school renewal dates
• Approval of notes from the October 5, 2020 meeting

The committee approved the meeting notes from October 5, 2020. Members discussed oversight procedures, charter school renewal dates, and the role of board members in ensuring compliance with bylaws and state statutes.

• Approved notes from October 5, 2020 meeting

Board of Education Special Meeting

The board approved the meeting agenda and then entered an executive session to discuss confidential matters required by BP 1312.1. The session covered items that could affect district finances, reputations, or are otherwise legally confidential. After the discussion the board adjourned the executive session and scheduled the next regular meeting for February 7 2022.

• Approval of agenda as presented
• Motion to enter executive session to discuss confidential matters per BP 1312.1
• Adjourn executive session and set next meeting for February 7, 2022

The Board of Education entered executive session to discuss confidential matters regarding a complaint. Following the session, the board decided to hold a hearing on February 7, 2022.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss confidential matters (8-0)
• Approved motion to hold a hearing on February 7, 2022 (8-0)

Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is discussing the FY23 Preliminary Budget, which projects total General Fund revenue of $129,526,240 and expenditures/transfers of $138,544,728, resulting in a $7,018,488 deficit. The committee proposes using unassigned fund balance and ESSER III funds to balance the budget. Other agenda items include a discussion of organizational memberships and information requests from committee members.

• FY23 Preliminary Budget shows a $7,018,488 deficit with revenue of $129.5M and expenditures of $138.5M
• Proposal to use unassigned fund balance and ESSER III funds to close the budget gap
• State revenue projections based on flat Base Student Allocation of $5,930 and enrollment of 8,429
• Includes $550,000 transfer to Food Service and $145,000 for Extra Curricular travel
• Discussion of KPBSD organizational memberships and dues

The committee approved the meeting notes from December 6, 2021. Members received the FY23 Preliminary Budget and a list of school board and administration memberships.

• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting notes

Board of Education Information Committee Meeting

The Board of Education Information Committee will review a revised legislative calendar, navigate the legislative website, consider the governor's priorities, and discuss community involvement. The meeting also includes routine items such as a call to order, roll call, approval of notes from the December 6, 2021 meeting, and adjournment.

• Approval of notes from the December 6, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of revised Legislative Calendar, website navigation, governor's priorities, and community involvement
• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Adjournment
• Board Information Committee video posted after the meeting

The committee approved the meeting notes from December 6, 2021. Members discussed pre-file bills, AASB legislative priorities, and a recruitment campaign at the Ted Stevens International Airport.

• Approved notes from 12-6-2021

Board of Education Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education met on January 10, 2022. A motion to add cancellation of the 2021-2022 NSBA membership to the agenda failed 4-5. The board also received presentations on the Educators Rising program and reviewed November and December finance reports and a second quarter budget transfer report.

• Motion to add cancellation of NSBA membership failed (4 yes, 5 no)
• Presentation on Educators Rising program by Emanuela Pokryfki
• November finance report received
• December finance report received
• Second quarter budget transfer report received

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including various teacher and administrator contracts, gaming permits, and personnel credentials. A motion to cancel the Academic Year 2021-2022 NSBA Membership failed.

• Approved 2021-22 New Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Tentative Administrator Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
• Approved Revised Resolution 21-22-1 Gaming Permits (9-0)
• Approved credentials for KPBSD School Nurses and outside trainers (9-0)
• Approved unpaid leave of absence request/certified (9-0)
• Denied motion to cancel Academic Year 2021-2022 NSBA Membership (4-5)

Board of Education Work Sessions

This work session includes discussion of the FY23 preliminary budget, which projects a $7 million deficit requiring use of fund balance and ESSER III funds. The board will also consider a reconfiguration of Soldotna schools, review Title IX policy, and discuss legislative priorities and the assessment report.

• FY23 Preliminary Budget: $129.5M revenue, $138.5M expenditures, $7M deficit to be covered by fund balance and ESSER III
• Soldotna Schools Reconfiguration discussion led by Mr. Holland and Mr. Lyon
• First reading of Title IX Board Policy (BP 0410.1) forwarded from committee
• 2022 State and Federal Legislative Priorities to be discussed
• COVID-19 ESSER II grant ($9,088,405) fully expended in FY22; ESSER III ($20,414,897) with 20% set aside for learning loss

Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee meets to discuss proposed changes to administrative regulations on use of school facilities, including pool fees for non-profit groups. They will also review board policy and administrative regulation on Title IX and Title IX personnel. The committee will consider a new Title IX complaint form exhibit.

• Review of AR 1330 Use of School Facilities and Properties with recommended changes for pool fees for non-profit groups
• Review of BP 0410.1 Title IX and Title IX Personnel
• Review of AR 0410.1 Title IX and Title IX Personnel draft
• Introduction of Title IX Exhibit E 0410.1 (e) Complaint Form

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the December 6, 2021 meeting. Members discussed the Title IX Exhibit Complaint Form and noted formatting issues with the PDF margins.

• Approved meeting agenda with amendments
• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting notes

Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting consisted solely of an executive session to discuss employee contract negotiations, citing potential adverse financial effects. The board voted unanimously to enter and later adjourn the closed session. No other business was conducted.

• Executive session for employee contract negotiations under Alaska Statute 44.62.310(c)

The Board of Education convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss employee contract negotiations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Entered executive session to discuss employee contract negotiations (9-0)
• Adjourned executive session (9-0)