Kenai Peninsula Borough School District public meetings in 2023
67 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold work sessions to discuss graduation requirements, review the 2023-24 class size and staffing formulas, and meet with state legislators about 2024 priorities. The board will also review the FY24 budget chart of accounts and process requests for new agenda items. These sessions are for discussion and information only; no formal votes or policy changes are scheduled.
- Discussion of BP 6146.1 high school graduation requirements and proposed credit increases
- Review of the 2023-24 Class Size Enrollment Report and pupil-teacher ratios by school type
- Overview of the certified and support staff staffing formulas for the 2023-24 budget
- Open discussion with state legislators regarding KPBSD 2024 legislative priorities
- Review of the FY24 budget chart of accounts and Alaska DEED uniform account codes
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will consider several policies including BP 1260 Visits to the Schools, new policy BP 1311 Participation in Community Life, and discuss AR 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the October 2, 2023 meeting.
- Review BP 1260 Visits to the Schools, tabled from the October 2, 2023 meeting
- Consider new policy BP 1311 Participation in Community Life with suggested edits from Chair Morgan
- Discuss AR 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements
- Approve notes from the October 2, 2023 Policy Review Committee meeting
The committee reviewed three policies but reached no final decisions on revisions. High school graduation requirements were tabled for future discussion, and two other policies were moved to the next work session.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved October 2, 2023 meeting notes
- Moved BP 1260 Visits to the Schools to next work session
- Moved BP 1311 Participation in Community Life revision to next work session
- Tabled AR 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements for continued discussion
Board of Education Special Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to go into executive session for a lawsuit consultation with an attorney. The board approved the agenda and voted unanimously to enter executive session, citing potential adverse financial effects of public disclosure. The meeting is open to the public until the session begins.
- Board voted unanimously to enter executive session for lawsuit consultation with attorney
- Executive session authorized under Alaska Statute 44.62.310 for matters affecting district finances
- Meeting held at 11:30 a.m. in Soldotna, with public attendance via Zoom or telephone
The Board of Education convened for a special meeting to enter an executive session for a lawsuit consultation with an attorney. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved the December 4, 2023 Special Meeting agenda
- Approved entering executive session for lawsuit consultation with an attorney
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Information Committee will hear a student representative update and then prepare for a work session with state legislators on the KPBSD 2024 Legislative Priorities. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous meeting notes.
- Student Representative Update from Spencer Co
- Preparation for Discussion with State Legislators on 2024 Legislative Priorities
- Approval of October 2, 2023 meeting notes
- Approval of the December 4, 2023 agenda
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from October 2, 2023. Members discussed priorities for an upcoming work session with state legislators, including teacher recruitment, class size, and defined benefits.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved October 2, 2023 meeting notes as presented
Board of Education Meeting
The board is meeting to receive reports from Skyview Middle School and Soldotna High School, review October finance reports, and hear from the superintendent and board members. No action items are on the agenda beyond approving the meeting agenda and prior minutes.
- Skyview Middle School report by Ms. Shonia Werner
- Soldotna High School report by Mr. Sarge Truesdell
- October finance reports presented for review
- Student representative report by Maggie Grenier
- Superintendent's report
The Board of Education approved the 2024 Legislative Priorities and activated an ad hoc committee to study a four-day school week. The board also approved several teacher contracts and a leave of absence request via the consent agenda.
- Approved 2024 Legislative Priorities (9-0)
- Approved and activated Four-Day School Week Ad Hoc Committee (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 long-term substitute teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 new teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved request for unpaid leave of absence (9-0)
- Approved December 4, 2023 agenda (9-0)
- Approved November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Finance Committee will hold a budget deep dive discussion on extracurricular activities, pools, and theaters. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and the August 7, 2023 meeting notes. No votes on specific funding or policy changes are scheduled.
- Budget deep dive discussion on extracurricular activities, pools, and theaters
- Approval of August 7, 2023 Finance Committee meeting notes
- Information requests to administration for future meetings
- Approval of the November 28, 2023 agenda
The committee held a discussion regarding budget expenditures for extracurricular activities, athletic stipends, theater equipment, and pool maintenance. No formal votes were taken on budget changes, but members requested further data on transportation, nutrition, and school consolidation.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting notes
Board of Education Quarterly Work Session
The Board of Education holds a quarterly work session to discuss and develop 2024 legislative priorities, review committee charges, examine two board policies (School Day and Early Education Programs), and receive information on artificial intelligence from district staff. The meeting is a discussion-only session with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.
- Discussion of 2024 Legislative Priorities based on 2023 priorities
- Review of committee charges for Policy Review, Charter School Oversight, Information, Finance, and Small Schools committees
- Review of proposed revisions to BP 6112 School Day
- Review of proposed new policy BP 6148 Early Education Programs
- Artificial Intelligence presentation by the Professional Development and Virtual Learning Coordinator
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold work sessions to review the Governance Handbook, receive a curriculum update, discuss anti-vaping measures, and examine the FY23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) which received an unmodified opinion with no findings. The board will also participate in Budget 101 sessions on fund balance categories and historical data. No formal decisions are scheduled; these are discussion and information items.
- FY23 ACFR and Single Audit: District received unmodified opinion with no findings
- Discussion of anti-vaping measures including presentation 'Clear the Air'
- Curriculum update from KPBSD Curriculum Coordinator
- Budget 101: Review of fund balance categories, FY17-FY23 fund balance, and reporting differences between State of Alaska compliance and GASB 54
- Governance Handbook review
The Board of Education conducted work sessions covering curriculum updates, anti-vaping measures, and the FY23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Members also discussed budget fund balances and general health and wellness curriculum. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the October 2, 2023 notes. It will also review two policy proposals—BP 1260 Visits to the Schools and BP 1311 Participation in Community Life—that were previously tabled due to lack of time. No other items are on the agenda.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of October 2, 2023 Policy Review Committee notes
- Review of BP 1260 Visits to the Schools
- Review of BP 1311 Participation in Community Life
The November 6, 2023, meeting was postponed because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Finance Committee will conduct a Budget Deep Dive discussion on extracurricular activities, pools, and theaters. The committee will also approve the agenda and notes from the August 7, 2023 meeting, and take information requests from members.
- Budget Deep Dive on extracurricular activities, pools, and theaters (discussion only)
- Approval of notes from August 7, 2023 Finance Committee meeting
The November 6, 2023, meeting was postponed because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.
Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education approved a series of policy updates, teacher contracts, and budget transfers via a consent agenda. Additionally, the Board authorized the Board President to negotiate a new contract for Superintendent Clayton Holland.
- Authorized negotiation of successor contract for Superintendent Clayton Holland (8-0)
- Approved budget transfers exceeding $50,000 (8-0)
- Approved 2023-24 new teacher, long-term substitute, and temporary retired teacher contracts (8-0)
- Approved policy revisions BP 1000 (Concepts and Roles), BP 1020 (Youth Services), and BP 1100 (Communication with the Public) (8-0)
- Approved BB 9314 (Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations) and BB 9324 (Board Minutes) (8-0)
- Approved 2023-2024 Board Member Committee Assignments (8-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from 10-02-2023, 10-16-2023, and 10-23-2023
Board of Education Special Meeting
The Board of Education discussed and then voted to approve the Nikolaevsk Charter School application, with conditions to successfully negotiate a Memorandum of Agreement. The administration had raised concerns about feasibility, budget, and compliance with the Alaska Reads Act but did not recommend approval. The motion passed 8-1.
- Approval of Nikolaevsk Charter School application with conditions to negotiate the MOA
- Vote: 8-1 (Penny Vadla opposed)
- Administration raised concerns about curriculum, budget, and Alaska Reads Act compliance
- Application submitted by Nikolaevsk Charter School APC on September 1, 2023
The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the Nikolaevsk Charter School application, including its curriculum, budget, and transportation. The minutes end before a final vote or resolution on the application was recorded.
- Approved the October 23, 2023 Special Meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Education Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education focused solely on reorganization. The board will swear in newly elected and re-elected members, then elect officers (President, Vice President, Clerk, Treasurer) for the 2023-2024 year. No policy decisions or substantive items are on the agenda.
- Oath of office administered to new/re-elected board members: Jason Tauriainen (District 3), Penny Vadla (District 4), Kelley Cizek (District 5), Dianne MacRae (District 7)
- Board to elect officers for 2023-2024: President, Vice President, Clerk, Treasurer
The Board of Education swore in four elected members and reorganized its leadership. The board elected a President, Vice President, Clerk, and Treasurer.
- Sworn in Jason Tauriainen (District 3), Penny Vadla (District 4), Kelley Cizek (District 5), and Dianne MacRae (District 7)
- Elected Zen Kelly as President (6-3)
- Elected Jason Tauriainen as Vice President
- Elected Virginia Morgan as Clerk
- Elected Penny Vadla as Treasurer
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Board of Education holds a work session to review and provide input on the Nikolaevsk Charter School application. The meeting is open to the public for listening in person or via Zoom/phone. No formal decisions are expected during this work session.
- Nikolaevsk Charter School Application Review Work Session
- Board will review the full application and provide input
- Presentation on the application attached to agenda
- Public may listen via Zoom or telephone
- Work session only — no votes or formal action
Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Charter School Oversight Committee met on October 9, 2023, to review the revised application for a Nikolaevsk Charter School. The agenda lists the application as a discussion and information item, accompanied by supporting documents including a school comparison, intent to enroll forms, and community support data. Reviewing charter applications determines whether new public school enrollment options will be established in the district. The meeting also covered routine procedural items such as roll call and approval of notes from the October 2, 2023 meeting.
- Revised Nikolaevsk Charter School application review
- Supporting documents: school comparison, intent to enroll forms, community support data
- Approval of notes from the October 2, 2023 meeting
- Public access via Zoom and telephone conference lines
- Accommodation contact: Nikkol Sipes (907-714-8836)
The Charter School Oversight Committee heard a presentation regarding the Nikolaevsk Charter School application. Committee members discussed funding, staffing, facility sharing, and compliance with the Alaska Reads Act. No formal vote was taken on the application during this meeting.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved notes from October 2, 2023 as printed
Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 11, 2023 special and regular meetings. It will hear reports from Aurora Borealis Charter School, Tebughna School, the student board representative, and the superintendent. The board will also review the August 2023 finance report detailing revenue and expenditures.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of special meeting minutes (09-11-2023)
- Aurora Borealis Charter School report
- Tebughna School report
- August Finance Reports 2023-10-2
The Board of Education approved several personnel contracts, including new, long-term substitute, and temporary retired teachers. The board also authorized budget transfers exceeding $50,000 and approved the review of Board Policy Series 9000 Bylaws.
- Approved budget transfers over $50,000 (8-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-24-1 for Gaming Permits (8-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Temporary Retired Teacher Contracts (8-0)
- Approved 2023-24 New Teacher Contracts (8-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contracts (8-0)
- Approved unpaid leave of absence requests for certified and support staff (8-0)
- Approved nomination of Penny Vadla to AASB Board of Directors (8-0)
- Approved review of Board Policy Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board (8-0)
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Information Committee will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of agenda and past meeting notes. The main focus is a discussion to start developing the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District's 2024 legislative priorities, referencing the 2023 priorities. The committee will also hear a student representative update from Spencer Co.
- Discussion to develop 2024 Legislative Priorities
- Student representative update from Spencer Co
- Approval of notes from August 7, 2023 Information Committee meeting
- Procedural items: call to order, roll call, agenda approval
The committee discussed potential 2024 Legislative Priorities, including the Alaska Reads Act, deferred maintenance costs, and cost shifting. No formal votes were taken on these priorities; a draft will be presented at a November work session.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting notes as printed
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session on October 2, 2023, discussing several topics. Key items include a proposal to form an ad hoc committee to study a four-day school/work week, an update on the bond package, and a budget 101 session on in-kind services from the borough. The board will also review a resolution on human trafficking to be submitted to the Alaska Association of School Boards.
- Discussion: Creating an Ad Hoc Committee for 4-day School/Work Week
- Bond Package Update
- Budget 101 Work Session: In-Kind Services (referencing KPB Ordinance 2023-19)
- AASB Resolution on trafficking (to be an action item later)
- Discussion: Staffing Formula Questions
The Board held work sessions to discuss the potential creation of an ad hoc committee for a 4-day school/work week and reviewed staffing formula questions. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during these sessions.
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee will review revisions to the school day policy (BP 6112) and consider new policies for Alaska Reads Act intervention programs (BP 6147) and early education (BP 6148). The committee will also discuss procedures for minor policy edits and introduce policies on school visits (BP 1260) and community participation (BP 1311). These are committee discussions, not final board decisions.
- BP 6112 School Day: revisions with statutory updates from AASB
- BP 6147 Alaska Reads Act Intervention Programs: new policy proposal
- BP 6148 Early Education Programs: new policy proposal
- Discussion of procedure and process for minor policy edits (e.g., 'shall' to 'will')
- BP 1260 Visits to the Schools: introduced with suggested revisions
The committee decided that minor wording changes to policies do not alter content and therefore do not require Board approval. Several other policies were either tabled or moved to the next work session.
- Determined minor edits (e.g., 'shall' to 'will') do not require Board approval
- Moved BP 6112 School Day to the next board policy review work session
- Tabled BP 6147 Alaska Reads Act Intervention Programs
- Moved BP 6148 Early Education Programs to the next board policy review work session
- Tabled BP 1260 Visits to the Schools
- Tabled BP 1311 Participation in Community Life
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting notes
Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Charter School Oversight Committee will discuss and receive annual reviews for the 2022-2023 school year from each charter school. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and approval of notes from a previous meeting.
- Annual review presentations from each charter school for the 2022-2023 school year
The committee received annual reports for the 2022-2023 school year from the four district charter schools. Discussion focused on the Alaska Reads Act and art and music programs at each school.
- Approved October 2, 2023 agenda
- Approved November 21, 2022 meeting notes
Board of Education Meeting
This meeting includes routine opening activities, approval of minutes, and public comment periods. The board will receive the July finance reports as information and consider a consent agenda of routine items. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.
- July Finance Reports presented for information, detailing revenue and expenditure summaries by fund.
The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items including updated policies for libraries and meetings, the appointment of student representatives, and multiple teacher contracts. Budget transfers exceeding $50,000 were also approved.
- Approved BP 6163.1 and AR 6163.1a Libraries/Media Centers
- Approved BB 9313 Administrative Regulations and Exhibits
- Approved BB 9320 Meetings and BB 9321 Executive Sessions
- Appointed Maggie Grenier (Board), Spencer Co (Information Committee), and Inafa Reutov (Small Schools Committee) as student representatives
- Approved 2023-24 long-term substitute, new, temporary retired, and tentative non-tenure teacher contracts
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000
- Approved unpaid leave of absence request for LAYDOWN
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Board of Education will conduct several work sessions covering student policies and administrative reviews. Discussions include a draft trafficking resolution, cell phone use, and an update on the comprehensive counseling program. The session also includes a review of Alaska's education funding formula.
- Discussion of AASB draft trafficking resolution
- Update on Soldotna Elementary Education Specifications
- Review of student cell phone use policy
- Comprehensive counseling program update
- Board policy reviews including youth services and public communication
The Board of Education held work sessions to discuss school specifications, cell phone use, and counseling programs. Five specific board policies were moved to first reading. Other topics discussed included a four-day work week and AI.
- Moved BB 9314 Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations to First Reading
- Moved BB 9324 Board Minutes to First Reading
- Moved BP 1000 Concepts and Roles to First Reading
- Moved BP 1020 Youth Services to First Reading
- Moved BP 1100 Communication with the Public to First Reading
Board of Education Special Meeting
This special meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education was held to discuss and take action on the superintendent contract. After an executive session, the board voted to authorize President Cary to negotiate a successor contract with Superintendent Clayton Holland.
- Board went into executive session to discuss the superintendent contract
- Vote to authorize President Cary to negotiate a successor contract with Superintendent Clayton Holland
The Board of Education met in a special session to discuss the Superintendent's contract. Following an executive session, the board voted to authorize President Cary to negotiate a successor contract with Superintendent Clayton Holland.
- Authorized President Cary to negotiate a successor contract with Superintendent Clayton Holland (7-0)
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to hear the superintendent's annual report, receive an update on the strategic plan, and discuss proposed revisions to the Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board. The board will also hold a general discussion for potential future agenda items. No formal action is scheduled.
- Superintendent Annual Report for 2022-2023 presented by Mr. Holland
- Strategic Plan Update for KPBSD 2022-2027
- Policy Review of Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board, including multiple individual policies reviewed throughout previous months
- Board Discussion for bringing up new agenda items and obtaining consensus
The Board of Education conducted work sessions to discuss the Superintendent's Annual Report and the Strategic Plan. Members discussed staffing formulas, vaping in schools, communications, and maintenance projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee met on August 7, 2023. The committee approved the agenda and the notes from the June 5, 2023 meeting. It discussed the process and timeline for reviewing the 2023‑2024 AASB resolutions and announced webinars on August 23 and August 30. The meeting concluded with an adjournment.
- Call to Order
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting notes
- Discussion of AASB 2023‑2024 resolutions process and timeline (webinars Aug 23 & Aug 30)
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the June 5, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the 2023-2024 AASB resolutions process and timeline.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting notes as printed
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Finance Committee will plan topics and dates for a Budget 101 work session series from September through December and outline a future deep dive into the budget. No specific budget figures or decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is focused on scheduling and planning.
- Plan topics and dates for Budget 101 work sessions covering in-kind, fund balance, foundation formula, chart of accounts
- Plan for future finance committee meetings to conduct a deep dive into the budget
- Approval of July 10, 2023 Finance Committee meeting notes
The committee agreed on a sequence of monthly work sessions from September to December to educate the public on budget topics. Members also identified specific budget areas, including transportation and subscription costs, for future detailed review.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting notes as printed
- Agreed to Budget 101 work session topics for September through December
- Scheduled Budget 101 work sessions for 3:30 p.m.
Board of Education Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda including approval of 2023-24 new teacher contracts and receive a fourth quarter budget transfer report. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes, updates from the superintendent, and public comment opportunities.
- Approval of 2023-24 New Teacher Contract(s)
- Fourth Quarter Budget Transfer Report presented for informational review
- Approval of August 7, 2023 agenda and special meeting minutes from July 10, 2023
- Consent Agenda includes items 12B-E with separate vote on 12F
The Board of Education approved several sets of 2023-24 teacher contracts and budget transfers exceeding $50,000. The Board also approved a policy regarding challenges to instructional materials, though a motion to limit challengers to three items at a time failed.
- Approved 2023-24 New Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (9-0)
- Approved AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials (8-1)
- Denied motion to limit challengers to 3 items in the challenge process (1-8)
- Approved August 7, 2023 agenda (9-0)
- Approved July 10, 2023 Special and Regular meeting minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will consider revisions to several policies, including suspension of policies, board minutes, concepts and roles, communication with the public, and communication using electronic media. A new policy on youth services (BP 1020) will be introduced for committee review. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of agenda and minutes from July 10.
- Review of revised BB 9314 (Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations)
- Review of revised BB 9324 (Board Minutes)
- Introduction of new policy BP 1020 (Youth Services)
- Review of revised BP 1000 (Concepts and Roles)
- Side-by-side comparison of BP 1114 (Communication Using Electronic Media) with AASB version
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from July 10, 2023. Several policies were moved to a September work session, and the policy on electronic media communication was tabled pending administrative revisions.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved July 10, 2023 notes as printed
- Moved BB 9314 (Suspension of Policies, Bylaws, Administrative Regulations) to September work session
- Moved BB 9324 (Board Minutes) to September work session
- Moved BP 1000 (Concepts and Roles) to September work session
- Moved BP 1020 (Youth Services) to September work session
- Moved BP 1100 (Communication with the Public) to September work session
- Tabled BP 1114 (Communication Using Electronic Media) until next meeting
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Finance Committee will discuss the preliminary general fund budget for fiscal year 2024. The committee will also review notes from the June 5, 2023 meeting and may request additional information from administration.
- FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget discussion
The committee reviewed the FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget and discussed proposed revisions, state funding, and the unassigned fund balance. No formal votes were taken on budget approvals or the proposal to write a letter to the Governor.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting notes
Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of the agenda and minutes, followed by reports and public comment. The board will vote on a consent agenda (items 12 B-J) and receive the May 2023 finance report as information. The agenda indicates the consent agenda was approved unanimously.
- Approval of consent agenda items 12 B-J (details not listed in the provided text)
- May 2023 Finance Reports presented as information
- Public presentations and comments on non-agenda items are allowed
- Approval of minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting
- Superintendent and board committee reports
The Board of Education approved the FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget and the 2023-2024 Board Goals. Several board policies were updated, and new teacher contracts and a substitute pay schedule were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget (9-0)
- Approved Revised 2023-2024 Board Goals (9-0)
- Approved changing the word 'shall' to 'will' in all KPBSD board policy (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 New Teacher and Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved pay schedule for 2023-24 substitutes and temporary employees (9-0)
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (9-0)
- Approved board policies BB 9230, BB 9300, BB 9310, BB 9311, and BB 9312 (9-0)
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss and review proposed edits to Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board, continuing a multi-meeting process. They will also begin review of Series 1000 Community Relations policies as scheduled. The meeting includes procedural items like approval of past minutes and call to order.
- Review of Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board (continued from previous meetings)
- New review of Series 1000 Community Relations policies
- Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting notes
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from June 5, 2023. Members decided to move the review of Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board to an August work session and will begin reviewing the Series 1000 Community Relations policies.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved June 5, 2023 notes as printed
- Moved Series 9000 Bylaws of the Board review to August work session
Board of Education Special Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education held a special meeting on July 10, 2023, focused on personnel matters. The board voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss confidential personnel issues as allowed by Alaska law. After the closed session, the board adjourned the meeting. No other substantive public actions were taken.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Unanimous vote (9-0) to enter executive session for personnel matters
- Motion to adjourn executive session carried (7-0, two members not present)
- Meeting adjourned after executive session
The Board of Education convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel matters (9-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn executive session (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session to complete the 2023-2024 board goals, review a proposed substitute and temporary pay schedule with specific hourly rates, receive a health care update, and discuss several policy revisions. The board goals and pay schedule will be presented as action items at the regular meeting later that evening.
- Complete 2023-2024 Board Goals, to be presented as an action item
- Health Care Update on FY23 expenditures, revenues, and plan changes
- Policy review: BP 6163.1 Libraries/Media Centers (new policy) and AR 6163.1a, AR 1312.2, BB 9313, BB 9320, BB 9321
- Proposal to change 'shall' to 'will' throughout board policy
- Substitute & Temporary Pay Schedule: Teacher (Certified) $28.13/hr, Aide/Special Education $20.00/hr, Activity Bus Driver twice Alaska minimum wage, etc.
The Board of Education held work sessions to discuss 2023-2024 goals, health care, and the FY24 preliminary general fund budget. Several board policies regarding libraries, instructional materials, and meetings were moved to first reading. Members also discussed student issues including cell phone use, social media, and vaping.
- Moved BP 6163.1 Libraries/Media Centers to first reading
- Moved AR 6163.1a Libraries/Media Centers to first reading
- Moved AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials to first reading and action
- Moved BB 9313 Administrative Regulations and Exhibits to first reading
- Moved BB 9320 Meetings to first reading
Board of Education Planning Session
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board will discuss information on a four‑day work week schedule. It will also review the district’s 2022‑2023 self‑evaluation and the progress on the 2022‑2023 Board Goals. Finally, the Board will develop the goals for the 2023‑2024 school year.
- Four‑day work week discussion (infographic and article attachments)
- Review of 2022‑2023 Board self‑evaluation (PDF attachment)
- Review of 2022‑2023 Board goals progress (PDF attachments)
- Development of 2023‑2024 Board goals (draft DOCX and PDF attachments)
- Planning Sessions video posted after the meeting
The Board held a planning session to discuss the feasibility of a four-day work week, board self-evaluations, and goals for 2023-2024. No formal votes or policy changes were decided during this session.
- Discussed four-day work week impacts on childcare, student performance, and staffing
- Reviewed 2022-2023 Board Self Evaluation and communication strategies
- Discussed 2023-2024 Board Goals with a focus on securing district funding
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee will introduce and discuss new policies for libraries and media centers, as well as suggested revisions to administrative regulations governing challenges to instructional materials and board meeting procedures. The committee will also approve notes from the previous meeting and handle routine procedural items.
- New policy BP 6163.1 Libraries/Media Centers
- New administrative regulation AR 6163.1a Libraries/Media Centers
- Revisions to AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials
- Revisions to BB 9313 Administrative Regulations and Exhibits
- Revisions to BB 9320 Meetings and BB 9321 Executive Sessions
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from April 10, 2023. Six policy items regarding libraries, instructional materials, and meeting regulations were moved to the next work session for further consideration.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved 04-10-2023 notes
- Moved BP 6163.1 Libraries/Media Centers to next work session
- Moved AR 6163.1a Libraries/Media Centers to next work session
- Moved AR 1312.2 Challenges to Instructional Materials to next work session
- Moved BB 9313 Administrative Regulations and Exhibits to next work session
- Moved BB 9320 Meetings to next work session
- Moved BB 9321 Executive Sessions to next work session
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session to receive updates on the Alaska Reads Act, bond package, and finance. They will discuss the FY23 revised budgets for the general fund, student transportation, and nutrition services, and review the FY24 preliminary general fund budget. No votes are expected; this is a discussion and information session.
- Alaska Reads Act update on KPBSD progress
- FY23 Capital Projects Update on joint district-borough projects
- FY23 revised General Fund budget: $138,433,671 expenditures, using $154,596 fund balance
- FY23 revised Student Transportation budget: $7,935,941 expenditures with $550,000 transfer from general fund
- FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget review
The Board of Education conducted work sessions to discuss the Alaska Reads Act, bond packages, and budget revisions. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during these sessions.
Board of Education Meeting
The Board will consider approving the agenda and minutes from May 1, 2023, and receive reports on April finance data and lease agreements for the upcoming school year. A delegation from Top of the World Swimming will present a season review. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on non-agenda and action items.
- April finance reports presented to the Board
- Lease agreements for 2023-2024: Boys & Girls Club ($850/month), Kachemak Selo School ($2,790/month and $1,350/month), Razdolna School ($4,954.74/month and $610/month)
- Hearing of Delegations: Top of the World Swimming season review
The Board of Education approved budget revisions for the General Fund, Student Transportation, and Student Nutrition Services. Members also approved a six-year plan for 2025-2030 and various personnel contracts. Several board policies and the 2023 World Language Curriculum Revision were adopted.
- Approved FY23 Budget Revision for General Fund, Student Transportation and Student Nutrition Services (8-0)
- Approved Six Year Plan for the Years 2025 to 2030 (8-0)
- Approved 2023 World Language Curriculum Revision (8-0)
- Approved KPSAA Handbook SY 2023-2024 (8-0)
- Approved flat payments for Executive Director of Human Resources and Executive Director of Finance (8-0)
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (7-0)
- Approved 2023-24 contracts for new teachers, tenure teachers, and administrators (7-0)
- Approved policies BB 9224, BB 9240, BB 9250, AR 9250, BB 9260, BB 9270, and BP 3311 (7-0)
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Finance Committee will discuss revisions to the FY23 budgets for the General Fund, Student Transportation, and Student Nutrition Services, including adjustments to revenue and expenditures. The committee will also review the FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of previous meeting notes.
- FY23 General Fund budget revision: revenue $138,279,075; expenditures $138,433,671; use of fund balance $154,596
- FY23 Student Transportation budget revision: revenue $7,385,941; expenditures $7,935,941; transfer from general fund $550,000
- FY23 Student Nutrition Services budget revision: revenue $3,429,904; expenditures $3,986,102; use of fund balance $556,198
- Review of FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget (attachment included)
- Approval of notes from March 6, 2023 Finance Committee meeting
The committee reviewed the FY23 budget revisions and the FY24 preliminary General Fund budget. Members recommended that administration sign and send personnel action forms for classified and support personnel. No formal votes were recorded for the budget items.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved 03-06-2023 meeting notes as printed
- Recommended administration sign and send personnel action forms to employees
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss significant legislation currently moving through the state legislature. The meeting also includes the approval of notes from the May 1, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of significant state legislative bills
- Approval of notes from the May 1, 2023, Information Committee meeting
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the May 1, 2023, meeting. Members discussed one-time education funding and the possibility of inviting state representatives to discuss funding.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved 05-01-2023 meeting notes as printed
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Information Committee will hold a listen-only meeting to discuss significant legislation moving through the state legislature and the importance of testimony. The agenda also includes a student representative update and approval of prior meeting notes.
- Discussion of legislative bills and testimony importance
- Student representative update from Emma Knowles
- Approval of minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the April 10, 2023 meeting. Members discussed state legislative bills and their potential impact on the district, as well as future budget discussions with the state legislature.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved April 10, 2023 meeting notes
Board of Education Work Sessions
This work session includes discussion on the district's six-year capital plan priorities, which affect state funding eligibility, and a review of the FY24 preliminary general fund budget of $135.7 million, already approved but awaiting final state and borough budgets. The board will also receive feedback on KPSAA handbook revisions and review several board policies. Most items are discussions and information, not final decisions.
- Discussion of KPSAA handbook revisions for middle and high schools, including travel limitations, eligibility, fees, and new return-to-play form
- Six-year capital plan facility updates; all grants require a 35% local match and first-year projects must be prioritized for DEED applications
- FY24 preliminary general fund budget of $135,747,454 approved April 10, with $821,581 expected from fund balance and pending state and borough budget finalization
- Board policy reviews: BB 9230 Orientation, BB 9300 Governance, BB 9310 Policy Manual, BB 9311 Board Policies, BB 9312 Board Bylaws, BP 3311 Bids
The Board of Education held work sessions to discuss the KPSAA Handbook, facility updates, and the FY24 preliminary general fund budget. Six board policies were moved to first reading. No final votes on budget or handbook revisions were recorded.
- Moved BB 9230 Orientation to first reading
- Moved BB 9300 Governance to first reading
- Moved BB 9310 Policy Manual to first reading
- Moved BB 9311 Board Policies to first reading
- Moved BB 9312 Board Bylaws to first reading
- Presented BP 3311 Bids for first read
Board of Education Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hear a report on March finance reports and the third-quarter budget transfer report. The meeting includes a school report from Seward Elementary, recognition of the outgoing student representative to the Information Committee, and public comment opportunities. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Recognition of Emma Knowles for service as Student Representative to the Information Committee
- Seward Elementary School report presented by Principal Robert Ermold
- March finance reports (revenue and expenditure summaries) presented for review
- Third-quarter budget transfer report presented for review
- Approval of agenda and minutes from April 10, 2023
The Board of Education approved a consent agenda containing multiple updates to district policies and administrative regulations. The Board also approved various teacher and administrator contracts for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years.
- Approved BP 3522 and AR 3522 District Information Security Program (9-0)
- Approved BP 3590 Electronic Signatures (9-0)
- Approved BB 9120 Officers and Auxiliary Personnel (9-0)
- Approved BB 9122 Vice President (9-0)
- Approved BB 9130 Board Committees (9-0)
- Approved BB 9222 Resignation and BB 9223 Filling Board Vacancies (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 long-term substitute teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 new and tentative administrator and teacher contracts (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Small Schools Committee Meeting
The Small Schools Committee will discuss distance and hybrid education opportunities for students in small schools, including career and technical education. Student representatives and administrators from Moose Pass and Cooper Landing schools will present reports. The committee will also approve the previous meeting's notes and handle procedural items.
- Discussion of distance and hybrid education opportunities for small schools, with a 2016 Hanover benchmarking document for reference
- Student representative updates from Jolee Peterson and Noah Standifer
- Small school reports from Moose Pass, Cooper Landing, Hope, and Tebughna schools with survey attachments
- Approval of meeting notes from April 10, 2023
The committee received reports on student and community strengths at Moose Pass and Cooper Landing schools. Members also viewed a presentation on distance and hybrid education opportunities for small school students.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved notes from the April 10, 2023 meeting
Board of Education Meeting
The Board will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 6 meeting. It will receive school reports from Redoubt Elementary, Voznesenka and Kachemak‑Selo schools, and a student board representative report. The Board will review the February finance reports and hear public presentations and comments.
- Approve agenda as presented
- Approve minutes from March 6, 2023
- Review February finance reports (budget, revenue, expenditures)
- School reports: Redoubt Elementary; Voznesenka and Kachemak‑Selo schools
- Student board representative report and public presentations/comments
The Board of Education approved the 2023-2024 District Organizational Chart and tentative board meeting dates. The board also approved various teacher and administrator contracts for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years.
- Approved 2023-2024 District Organizational Chart (9-0)
- Approved 2023-2024 Tentative Board Meeting Dates (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Temporary Retired Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Tentative Non-Tenure Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 Tentative Tenure Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 New Administrator Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Long-Term Substitute Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 New Teacher Contract(s) (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Policy Review Committee will consider recommended edits to several board policies, including BB 9230 Orientation (tabled from a previous meeting) and new policies on governance, the policy manual, board policies, board bylaws, and bidding procedures.
- Review and clarify BB 9230 Orientation regarding time and effort for board members
- Proposed edits to BB 9300 Governance
- Proposed edits to BB 9310 Policy Manual
- Proposed edits to BB 9311 Board Policies and BB 9312 Board Bylaws
- Proposed edits to BP 3311 Bids
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 6, 2023. All listed policy reviews and new business items were moved to the next work session.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting notes
- Moved BB 9230 Orientation to next work session
- Moved BB 9300 Governance to next work session
- Moved BB 9310 Policy Manual to next work session
- Moved BB 9311 Board Policies to next work session
- Moved BB 9312 Board Bylaws to next work session
- Moved BP 3311 Bids to next work session
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Board of Education will hear a Connections Homeschool update and review the FY24 preliminary budget, which projects a $10,888,021 deficit. Administration proposes using $6,439,215 in ESSER III funds and $821,581 from unassigned fund balance, plus personnel and other cuts to balance the budget. The board will also discuss tentative meeting dates, several board policies, and a COVID-19 mitigation plan.
- FY24 preliminary budget shows $10,888,021 deficit between $134,925,873 revenue and $145,813,894 expenditures
- Proposed use of $6,439,215 in ESSER III funds and $821,581 from unassigned fund balance to reduce deficit
- Personnel reductions include Director of Communications, student support coordinator, and increases to high school and middle school pupil-teacher ratios
- Discussion of board policies: Oath or Affirmation, Board Development, Compensation, Legal Protection, Conflict of Interest
- Connections Homeschool program update and tentative 2023-2024 board meeting dates
The Board held work sessions to discuss the FY24 preliminary budget, mitigation plans, and homeschool updates. Several board policies were slated for first reading at the next meeting. No formal votes were recorded for the discussed items.
- Scheduled BB 9224 Oath or Affirmation for first reading next meeting
- Scheduled BB 9240 Board Development for first reading next meeting
- Scheduled BB 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits for first reading next meeting
- Scheduled AR 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits for first reading next meeting
- Scheduled BB 9260 Legal Protection for first reading next meeting
- Scheduled BB 9270 Conflict of Interest for first reading next meeting
Board of Education Small Schools Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Small Schools Committee will discuss M Class certification and community partners/volunteers in schools, as well as continue the conversation on small schools strengths and challenges. They will also hear updates from student representatives and reports from Tebughna and Hope School. The meeting includes procedural items like approval of prior meeting notes.
- Approval of notes from the March 6, 2023 meeting
- Student representative update to the committee
- Reports from administrators of Tebughna and Hope School
- Discussion on M Class certification and community partners/volunteers in schools
- Continued discussion on small schools strengths and challenges
The committee reviewed reports on Hope and Tebughna schools and discussed M Class Certifications for volunteers. No formal policy changes or budget items were decided during the meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved notes from the March 6, 2023 meeting
- Recommended receiving further input from building sites regarding small school strengths and challenges
- Requested information on distance education delivery
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Information Committee will meet on April 10, 2023. The committee will hear an update on the Alaska Reads Act and discuss significant state legislation. Procedural items include approval of previous meeting notes.
- Alaska Reads Act Update (discussion)
- Legislative Bills Update (discussion)
- Approval of notes from March 6, 2023
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from March 6, 2023. Members received updates on the Alaska Reads Act and discussed current state legislation and its potential implications for the District.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting notes as printed
KPBSD Board of Education and KPB Joint Budget Work Session
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a joint work session with the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly to discuss the FY24 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information only.
- Joint budget work session between KPBSD Board of Education and KPB Assembly to discuss FY24 Budget
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will discuss recommended edits to seven board policies, including those covering oath/affirmation, orientation, board development, compensation and benefits, legal protection, and conflict of interest. The committee also considers an administrative regulation for compensation and benefits. No final decisions are made; this is a discussion and review meeting.
- BB 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits – recommended edits
- AR 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits – administrative regulation with reference documents
- BB 9270 Conflict of Interest – recommended edits
- BB 9260 Legal Protection – recommended edits with AASB reference policy
- BB 9224 Oath or Affirmation and BB 9230 Orientation – recommended edits
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from February 6, 2023. Several board policies were moved to the next work session, while one policy regarding orientation was tabled.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved 02-06-2023 notes as printed
- Moved BB 9224 Oath or Affirmation to next work session
- Tabled BB 9230 Orientation
- Moved BB 9240 Board Development to next work session
- Moved BB 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits to next work session
- Moved AR 9250 Compensation, Reimbursement, Other Benefits to next work session
- Moved BB 9260 Legal Protection and BB 9270 Conflict of Interest to next work session
Board of Education Meeting
This is a regular board meeting with mostly procedural items and informational reports. The board will hear school reports from Moose Pass, Hope, and Cooper Landing schools, receive the January finance report, and allow public comments. No major decisions or contracts are up for vote.
- Moose Pass School report from Principal Matthew Potter
- Hope School and Cooper Landing School reports from Ms. Cindy McKibben
- January finance report presented for information
- Student Board Representative report from Ashley Dahlman
- Public comment periods for students and general public
The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items, including budget transfers exceeding $50,000 and various teacher contracts. The meeting also featured extensive public and student testimony regarding the importance of school pools and theater programs.
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000
- Approved 2022-23 long-term substitute teacher contracts
- Approved 2022-23 new teacher contracts
- Approved 2022-23 temporary retired teacher contracts
- Approved agenda as printed
- Approved special meeting minutes from 02-06-2023
- Approved regular meeting minutes from 02-06-2023
Board of Education Small Schools Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Small Schools Committee will review applications and select student representatives for the committee. They will also hear administration input on strengths and challenges of small schools and discuss how to involve small schools in committee meetings. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or telephone.
- Review and selection of student representative applications for the Small Schools Committee
- Administration input on strengths and challenges of small schools within the district
- Discussion on how to include small schools in committee meetings and discussions
- Public meeting available via Zoom and telephone (listen-only)
- Meeting video will be posted online within a week
The committee selected Jolee Peterson and Noah Standifer as student representatives. Members discussed administrator feedback on school strengths and challenges and proposed inviting small schools to provide future reports.
- Selected Jolee Peterson and Noah Standifer as student representatives
- Approved the meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will continue reviewing options to balance the FY24 preliminary budget, which has an estimated deficit of $4,448,806. Three positions have already been cut: Student Support Services Coordinator, Director of Communications, and Recruitment Specialist. The board will present a balanced budget for approval at the April 10 board meeting. Additional funding from the State of Alaska could restore some items.
- FY24 preliminary budget deficit of $4,448,806
- Positions already cut: Student Support Services Coordinator, Director of Communications, Recruitment Specialist
- Committee to review budget reduction options
- Balanced budget to be presented for approval on April 10
The committee reviewed potential FY24 budget reductions, focusing on technological services savings and the impact of enrollment numbers. Members discussed the importance of keeping reductions away from classrooms and the need for a balanced budget for the Borough Assembly. No formal votes on specific budget cuts were recorded.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved notes from 02-21-2023 as printed
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Information Committee will hear members share highlights from the AASB Juneau Legislative Fly‑In and discuss conversations with legislators about education funding. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and approval of prior meeting notes.
- Legislative Fly‑In Discussion – members share highlights and appointments with legislators
- Education Funding Update – members report on discussions with legislators about education funding
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from January 31, 2023. Members discussed experiences at the AASB February Fly-In and education funding bills. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved notes from 01-31-2023 as printed
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold work sessions on curriculum updates, legislative bills, an organizational chart, board policy reviews, and a finance update. The finance update notes a preliminary FY24 budget deficit of $4,448,806 and identifies three positions already cut. Board discussion will follow.
- FY24 preliminary budget deficit $4,448,806 with cuts to Student Support Services Coordinator, Director of Communications, and Recruitment Specialist
- Curriculum update on Science, Mathematics, ELA, and World Language
- Legislative bills discussion including Base Student Allocation (BSA)
- New policies: BP 3522 District Information Security Program, AR 3522, BP 3590 Electronic Signatures
- Board policy reviews: BB 9120, BB 9122, BB 9130, BB 9222, BB 9223
The Board held work sessions to discuss the FY24 preliminary budget and various district policies. No formal votes were taken; several policies were scheduled for first reading at the next regular meeting.
- Scheduled BP 3522 District Information Security Program for first reading
- Scheduled AR 3522 District Information Security Program for first reading
- Scheduled BP 3590 Electronic Signatures for first reading
- Scheduled BB 9120 Officers and Auxiliary Personnel for first reading
- Scheduled BB 9122 Vice President for first reading
- Scheduled BB 9130 Board Committees for first reading
- Scheduled BB 9222 Resignation for first reading
- Scheduled BB 9223 Filling Board Vacancies for first reading
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Finance Committee will discuss the FY24 preliminary general fund budget, which shows projected revenues of $134,925,873 and expenditures of $145,813,894, leaving a deficit of $10,888,021. Use of remaining ESSER III funds would reduce the deficit to $4,448,806. The committee will also consider options to balance the budget.
- FY24 preliminary general fund budget deficit of $10,888,021
- ESSER III funds of $6,439,215 proposed to offset deficit
- Salaries and benefits account for 81.51% of general fund expenditures
- Unassigned fund balance at end of FY22 was $2,354,271
- Discussion of options to balance the FY24 budget
The committee reviewed the FY24 Preliminary General Fund Budget and a budget reduction list. Members discussed the impact of increasing pupil-to-teacher ratios, reducing athletic funding, and the use of pools and theaters. No formal votes on specific budget cuts were recorded; the committee worked to organize and tier the reduction list for future decisions.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved notes from the February 6, 2023 meeting
Board of Education Special Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education held a special meeting on February 6, 2023, primarily to conduct a student expulsion hearing in executive session. The board voted to enter executive session for hearing #2022-23-001, citing confidentiality requirements. The meeting opened with procedural items and adjourned after the executive session.
- Executive session held for student expulsion hearing #2022-23-001
- Board voted 8-0 to enter executive session (one member not present)
- Hearing conducted under Alaska Statute 44.62.310(c) for confidential matters
The Board of Education convened a special meeting to conduct a confidential student expulsion hearing. The board entered and subsequently adjourned an executive session for this purpose.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Entered executive session for student expulsion hearing #2022-23-001 (8-0)
- Adjourned executive session (6-0)
Board of Education Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a regular meeting with procedural items, a school report from K-Beach Elementary, and reports on December finances and second quarter budget transfers. Public comment is invited on any topic.
- Approval of agenda and minutes from January 9, 2023
- K-Beach Elementary School Report presented by Ms. Janae Van Slyke
- Student Board Representative Report by Miss Ashley Dahlman
- December Finance Reports for the district
- Second Quarter Budget Transfer Report
The Board of Education approved a series of teacher and administrator contracts for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years. The board also voted to activate the Small Schools Committee and approved a budget transfer exceeding $50,000. Several board members recused themselves from the tenure teacher contract vote due to conflicts of interest.
- Approved budget transfer in excess of $50,000 (9-0)
- Approved unpaid leave of absence request (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 long-term substitute teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 temporary retired teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 tentative administrator contracts (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 tentative non-tenure teacher contracts and tenure (9-0)
- Approved 2023-24 tentative tenure teacher contracts (6-0, 3 abstentions)
- Approved Small Schools Committee charge and activation (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Work Sessions
The board will discuss the FY24 preliminary budget, finalize the charge for the Small Schools Committee (to be voted on later), and review the FY22 assessment report. Several board policies are under review, including BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs, which has been tabled since April 2022. The organizational chart update is postponed to March, and a work session with Kenai Peninsula Borough mayoral candidates is scheduled.
- Finalize Small Schools Committee charge (action item on evening agenda)
- Review FY24 preliminary budget
- Review FY22 assessment report
- Discuss BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs (tabled since 2022)
- Discuss new policies: BB 9123 Clerk and Treasurer, BB 9124 Attorney, BB 9200 Board Members
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee is considering new policies: BP 3522 District Information Security Program, AR 3522 District Information Security Program, and BP 3590 Electronic Signatures, in line with AASB recommendations. The committee will also review proposed edits to several board bylaws, including BB 9120 Officers and Auxiliary Personnel, BB 9122 Vice President, BB 9130 Board Committees, BB 9222 Resignation, and BB 9223 Filling Board Vacancies. Procedural items include call to order, roll call, and approval of prior meeting notes.
- New BP 3522 District Information Security Program introduced
- New AR 3522 District Information Security Program introduced
- New BP 3590 Electronic Signatures policy introduced
- Proposed edits to BB 9120 Officers and Auxiliary Personnel
- Proposed edits to BB 9223 Filling Board Vacancies
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the notes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. All eight policy items on the agenda were moved to the next month's Policy Review Work Session without a final decision.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting notes
- Moved BP 3522 District Information Security Program to next month's work session
- Moved AR 3522 District Information Security Program to next month's work session
- Moved BP 3590 Electronic Signatures to next month's work session
- Moved BB 9120 Officers and Auxiliary Personnel to next month's work session
- Moved BB 9122 Vice President to next month's work session
- Moved BB 9130 Board Committees to next month's work session
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Finance Committee will review the FY24 preliminary budget and discuss next steps. Other agenda items are procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of agenda and notes, and information requests.
- Review of FY24 preliminary budget presentation and next steps
The committee reviewed the FY24 Preliminary Budget presentation. Discussions focused on the district deficit, energy costs, ESSER III funds, and potential staff cuts. No formal votes were taken on the budget items.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting notes as printed
Board of Education Information Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Information Committee held a procedural meeting including call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and notes approval from November 2022. The committee received a student representative update and discussed legislative documents in preparation for an upcoming fly-in to Juneau. No formal decisions were made.
- Approval of notes from November 7, 2022 meeting
- Student representative update from Emma Knowles
- Discussion of legislative documents and 2023 Legislative Fly-in Pamphlet
- Preparation for fly-in to Juneau
The committee reviewed materials and talking points for the legislative fly-in, including the KPBSD Strategic Plan and a legislative pamphlet. Members discussed the presentation of assessment data and the tracking of bills related to the Basic Student Aid (BSA).
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved notes from the November 7, 2022 meeting
Board of Education Informal Hearing
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education is holding an informal hearing to discuss the dismissal of Matthew Fischer. The board will then take a roll call vote on a motion to sustain that dismissal. The hearing is open to the public for listening only.
- Informal hearing regarding the dismissal of Matthew Fischer
- Roll call vote on motion to sustain the dismissal
- Motion carried with eight yes votes, one board member not present
Board of Education Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Board of Education Policy Review Committee will review proposed edits to policies BB 9123 (Clerk and Treasurer) and BB 9200 (Board Members), and consider a new draft policy BB 9124 (Attorney). The meeting also includes procedural items and adjournment. No final decisions are made at this committee level.
- BB 9123 Clerk and Treasurer policy presented with recommended edits
- BB 9124 Attorney policy introduced as a new draft
- BB 9200 Board Members policy presented with recommended edits
The committee reviewed suggested edits for policies regarding the Clerk and Treasurer, Attorney, and Board Members. These items were moved to the next work session for further review or legal consultation.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved notes from 12-05-2022
- Moved policy BB 9123 (Clerk and Treasurer) to next work session
- Moved policy BB 9124 (Attorney) to next work session for legal review
- Moved policy BB 9200 (Board Members) to next work session
Board of Education Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. Key agenda items include a school report from Tustumena Elementary, the November finance reports, and a consent agenda for routine approvals. Public comment opportunities are provided throughout the meeting.
- Tustumena Elementary School report presented by Ms. Devin Way
- November 2022 finance reports on revenue and expenditure summaries
- Approval of consent agenda items 12 B–D
- Approval of minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting
- Superintendent's report and board committee reports
The Board of Education approved the 2024-25 and 2025-26 district calendars and a budget revision for FY23. The board also approved several policy series regarding instruction, new construction, and district record access. Additionally, teacher contracts and budget transfers over $50,000 were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved 2024-25 and 2025-26 District Calendars (9-0)
- Approved FY23 budget revision (9-0)
- Approved Policy Series 6000 Instruction (9-0)
- Approved Policy Series 7000 New Construction (9-0)
- Approved BP 1340 and AR 1340 Access to District Records (9-0)
- Approved 2022-23 long-term substitute and new teacher contracts (9-0)
- Approved budget transfers in excess of $50,000 (9-0)
- Approved credentials for school nurses and outside agency trainers (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education Finance Committee will meet to review fund balance, student transportation data from 2012–2022, and the FY24 preliminary budget. These items are for discussion and information; no votes are scheduled.
- Review of fund balance split unallocated FY17 through FY22
- Review of student transportation revenue, expenditures, fund balance, and student population 2012–2022
- Review of FY24 Preliminary Budget
- Approval of prior meeting notes
- Information requests to administration
The committee discussed the available fund balance, student transportation funding, and the FY24 preliminary budget. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded; the meeting focused on administrative overviews and financial discussions.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved notes from 03-14-2022 meeting
Board of Education Work Sessions
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education holds a work session on January 9, 2023, to discuss multiple items including a bond package review and timeline for potential school projects, a preliminary FY24 budget, and proposed school calendars for 2024-2026. The board also receives updates on the Title VI program, small schools committee, finance revisions, and several board policies. No final votes are taken at this work session.
- Bond package review and timeline for potential school construction projects
- FY24 preliminary budget presentation
- Action item to approve 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school calendars with changes to start dates and winter break inservice
- FY23 budget revision showing $498,263 adjustment in state revenue due to lower enrollment (8,369.56 ADM)
- Discussion of BP 6141.2 Recognition of Religious Beliefs and Customs policy after legal review