Lower Kuskokwim School District public meetings in 2023

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board holds a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. They will vote on approval of continued employment and may enter executive session to discuss custodian applications and Yup'ik Orth waivers. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, board comments, and public comments.

• Approval of Continued Employment (action item)
• Review Custodian Applications (executive session)
• Yup'ik Orth waivers (executive session)
• Adoption of 11/08/23 and 11/20/23 meeting minutes
• Public comments (People to Heard)

The board approved Yup'ik Orthography waivers for three specific individuals. Approval of continued employment was tabled until the January meeting. The board also adopted the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Yup'ik Orthography waivers for James Bigger, Tucker Evans and Shelyssa Ayojiak
• Tabled approval of continued employment to January meeting
• Adopted 11/08/23 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Adopted 11/20/23 Special Meeting Minutes
• Adopted the agenda

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will meet for a regular session on Dec 14-15, 2023. The agenda includes procedural items, reports from schools and departments, a consent agenda for personnel actions and grants, and two executive sessions to discuss financial matters affecting the district and negotiations with certified staff.

• Adoption of October 26, 2023 regular meeting and November 7, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Consent agenda includes approval of personnel actions and permission to receive grants and funds
• Executive session on financial matters related to food service
• Executive session on negotiations with certified staff
• Reports from Kwigillingok School, Kuskokwim Learning Academy, and superintendent search committee

The Board approved several Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) for grant sub-awards and a fire system upgrade. It also authorized various graduating senior and educational trips. Janet Erik was sworn in for Seat B.

• Sworn in Janet Erik for Seat B
• Approved MOA with ASCA/ASDN not to exceed $1,105,138.00
• Approved MOA with MetriTech Services not to exceed $132,134.52
• Approved MOA with Alaska Research and Evaluation Services not to exceed $63,733.00
• Approved MOA with Alaska Council of School Administrators (ASCA) not to exceed $73,220.00
• Approved revised MOA with University of Wisconsin not to exceed $150,000 for Year 2 and $150,000 for Year 3
• Approved MOA with Convergint for BRHS Sprinkler and Fire System upgrade not to exceed $108,803
• Approved student trips to Orlando, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Landrum (pending ASB approval)

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board voted to approve the basketball schedule and travel for girls and boys teams to Toksook Bay and Chefornak in January and February 2024, with a district tournament in March. The board also discussed an open gym schedule, monthly ASB phrases, the December 18 Christmas program, and reading interventions under the Alaska Reads Act. The meeting included a query about a community scrimmage for NYO kids, pending confirmation.

• Approved basketball travel: girls to Toksook Bay (Jan 12-13), boys to Chefornak (Jan 26-27), boys to Toksook Bay (Feb 9-10), district tournament (Mar 2-4) — motion carried 3-0
• Mrs. Corretta J. Olrun asked about a community scrimmage for NYO kids; Mr. Hawkins will follow up
• Christmas program scheduled for December 18, 2023, with a request to bring a dessert
• Discussion of Alaska Reads Act — using InClass to test students and provide reading interventions
• ASB monthly phrases for January and February 2024 adopted, including safety reminders and cultural notes

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board approved the basketball travel schedule for girls and boys teams to Toksook Bay and Chefornak. The board also approved the November 13, 2023 meeting minutes and the current meeting agenda.

• Approved Basketball Schedule and Travel for Jan 12-Mar 4, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved November 13, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections
• Approved December 11, 2023 agenda

Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ASB Regular Meeting

The Advisory School Board met to conduct administrative actions and review school information. The board approved the evaluation of the Site Administrator and appointed Fritz Active to ASB Seat E.

• Approval of Site Administrator evaluation
• Appointment of Fritz Active to ASB Seat E

The Advisory School Board approved the appointment of Fritz Active to Seat E. The board also approved the evaluation of the Site Administrator following an executive session.

• Approved appointment of Fritz Active to ASB Seat E (3-0)
• Approved evaluation of the Site Administrator (3-0)
• Approved November 4, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to review a wide range of board policies covering business operations, student affairs, instruction, and board bylaws. Specific policies under consideration include BP 3270 on sale of property, AR 3310 on purchasing, BP 3311 on bids, BP 3312 on contracts, AR 5040 on student nutrition, BP 5113 on absences, BP 5124.1 on family engagement, BP 5131.9 on academic honesty, BP 5141.43 on uniform investigations, BP 5145.3 on nondiscrimination, BP 6010 on goals, BP 6020 on parent involvement, BP 6112 on school day, BP 6145.2 on interscholastic competition, BP 6146.11 on dual credit, BP 6147 on Alaska READS Act, BP 6148 on early education, and BB 9200 on board members. The meeting is a discussion only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Review of BP 3270 Sale and Disposal of Books, Equipment, and Supplies (Personal Property)
• Review of BP 3311 Bids/Purchase Orders and BP 3312 Contracts/MOAs
• Review of BP 5113 Absences and Excuses and AR 5040 Student Nutrition and Physical Activity
• Review of BP 5145.3 NonDiscrimination and AR 5145.3 Transgender Students and Employees
• Review of BP 6147 Alaska READS Act Intervention Programs and BP 6148 Early Education Programs

Superintendent Search Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education's Superintendent Search Committee will hold a work session open to the public to develop the superintendent vacancy recruitment brochure, establish a timeline for recruitment, finalist selection, interviews, and appointment of a new superintendent.

• Develop superintendent vacancy recruitment brochure
• Establish timeline for recruitment, finalist selection, interviews, and appointment
• Meeting with Association of Alaska School Boards staff
• Work session via Zoom and in-person at LKSD Boardroom, 1004 Ron Edwards Way, Bethel

Special ASB Meeting

The Advisory School Board is conducting a special session to handle board reorganization and new member oaths. The agenda also includes an action plan and a potential executive session for site administrator evaluation.

• New ASB members oath
• Reorganization of the ASB
• ASB Action Plan
• Executive session: Evaluation of Site Administrator

The ASB swore in two new members and elected Lavina DeBilt as chairman and Tracy Pleasant as vice-chairman. The board approved the ASB Action Plan with revisions and held an executive session to evaluate the Site Administrator.

• Sworn in new members Catherine Pleasant and Amanda Mark
• Elected Lavina DeBilt as chairman
• Elected Tracy Pleasant as vice-chairman
• Approved ASB Action Plan with revisions (All in favor)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items and an executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline. The board will also consider school reports and action items on 521 requests and out-of-district travel.

• Executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
• Executive session for student disciplinary action (BP 8235) and truancy (BP 5113)
• Executive session for classified staff hiring recommendation (BP 8242)
• Discussion and action on 521 requests at GJE
• Discussion and action on out-of-district travel for BRHS

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut Advisory School Board will adopt the October 9, 2023 meeting minutes and approve the November 13 agenda. It will approve the initial basketball travel schedule for the 2023‑24 season. The board will discuss the open gym schedule and review the FY24 ASB action plan. An executive session will be held to evaluate the site administrator.

• Adoption of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adoption of November 13, 2023 agenda
• Approval of Initial Basketball Travel schedule for SY 2023‑2024
• Discussion of Open Gym Schedule for students
• Review of FY24 399 MYU ASB Action Plan

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board approved the initial basketball travel schedule for the 2023-2024 school year. The board also adopted the previous meeting's minutes and the current agenda. An executive session was held to evaluate the Site Administrator.

• Approved October 09, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections
• Approved November 13, 2023 agenda
• Approved Initial Basketball Travel schedule for SY 2023-2024 (3-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a standard procedural meeting of the Lower Kuskokwim School District ASB. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, quorum, land acknowledgement, adoption of minutes and agenda, communications, reports, executive session, action items, member comments, and adjournment. No specific substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Adoption of 10/12/23 minutes
• Land Acknowledgement Statement
• Executive session (not detailed)
• Generic action item (no details provided)
• Next ASB meetings listed

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the October 12, 2023 meeting. No formal action items were decided during the session. Members discussed school grounds maintenance and a request for open gym access.

• Approved 10/12/23 minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board holds a regular session with procedural items including adoption of minutes, reports, and action items on open gym and calendar date changes. The board will also discuss Thanksgiving and may enter executive session to review activity aide applications.

• Action item on Open Gym
• Action item on calendar date change
• Discussion item on Thanksgiving
• Possible executive session to review Activity Aide applications
• Oath of office for new ASB members Jessica Alexie, Elizabeth Cleveland, and Gary Sharp

The ASB appointed two new members to fill empty seats and approved a list of individuals to open the gym. The board also approved a date change for CPI training and a request for a City League basketball tournament to fundraise for Christmas Candy.

• Sworn in new ASB member Lavina DeBilt
• Approved appointment of Catherine Pleasant and Amanda Mark to empty seats
• Approved Anthony Kelly, Preston Alexie, Gloria Cleveland, and Reha White to open the gym
• Approved calendar change moving CPI training from January 3rd to December 8th
• Approved request for a City League basketball tournament for Christmas Candy fundraising
• Adopted 09/25/23 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Tabled reorganization of ASB until board is full

Special Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education approved a $14,500 memorandum of agreement with the Association of Alaska School Boards to assist in the superintendent search. The board also voted to submit a Teacher Certification Delay Resolution to AASB for consideration from the floor. An audit report was presented, and the board entered executive session to discuss financial matters related to negotiations.

• Approved MOA with AASB for superintendent search, professional fee $14,500
• Approved Teacher Certification Delay Resolution to be submitted to AASB
• Received audit report (LKSD Final Draft LTB 2023 and FS 2023)
• Held executive session for financial negotiations
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items only

The Board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Association of Alaska School Boards to assist in searching for a superintendent. The Board also approved a Teacher Certification Delay Resolution for the AASB. No actions were taken following the executive session on financial matters.

• Approved MOA with Association of Alaska School Boards for superintendent search for $14,500 (6-0)
• Approved Teacher Certification Delay Resolution to be submitted to AASB (6-0)
• Approved motion to amend the Teacher Certification Delay Resolution (6-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss financial negotiations (6-0)

Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ASB Regular Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular meeting on November 4, 2023. The board took action on several items including approving special revenues, school parent compacts, discipline plan consequences for elementary and secondary students, and an amended FY24 master calendar. They also appointed Paul Waska to fill vacant ASB Seat C. Procedural items such as adoption of minutes and election of officers were also conducted.

• Approved special revenues (motion carried unanimously)
• Approved JAAMS Elementary and Secondary School Compacts
• Approved JAAMS Discipline Plan Consequences for Elementary and Secondary Students
• Approved the 090 FY24 Amended Master Calendar
• Appointed Paul Waska to ASB Seat C

The ASB elected its leadership and appointed Paul Waska to Seat C. The board approved the FY24 amended master calendar, special revenues, and updated discipline consequences for elementary and secondary students.

• Elected Henry Tikiun Jr. as President and Joanne Paul as Vice President
• Approved September 11, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Special Revenues (3-0)
• Approved Elementary and Secondary School Compacts (3-0)
• Approved Elementary and Secondary Discipline Plan Consequences (3-0)
• Approved 090 FY24 Amended Master Calendar (3-0)
• Appointed Paul Waska to ASB Seat C (3-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education meets to organize officers, swear in new members, and hear school reports. The board will go into executive session to discuss early graduation requests and select a student representative. It will also vote on the consent agenda, which includes personnel actions and grant acceptance.

• Oath of office for newly elected board members
• Nominations for board president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer
• Executive session for early graduation requests
• Executive session to select a student representative and alternate
• Approval of consent agenda including personnel actions and grants

The Board organized its leadership by electing a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Members approved several financial agreements, including a $160,000 MOA with the Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program. The Board also ratified student government appointments and updated district policies.

• Elected Board President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Approved $160,000 MOA with Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP)
• Approved rental fee waiver up to $14,350 for Yuut Basketball Association
• Approved MOU with Alaska Association of Alaska School Boards for Family Engagement Center grant
• Approved Whitney Spiehler as Administrative Intern for 2023-2024
• Approved Indian Policies and Procedures Document
• Ratified ASB appointments for Quinhagak and Tununak
• Retired Board Policy AR 6146.3

Board Work Session

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will hold a work session via Zoom and in person, with the primary agenda item being a board orientation discussion. The session also includes procedural welcome and adjournment items.

• Board orientation discussion

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Lower Kuskokwim School District's Associated Student Body (ASB). The agenda includes election results and oath of office for ASB members, adoption of previous meeting minutes, and unspecified action items. No details on expenditures or policy changes are provided in the agenda.

• ASB election results and oath of office
• Adoption of 09/28/23 minutes
• Action Item A (no description given)
• Land acknowledgment statement
• Next ASB meeting date to be set

The ASB seated new members and elected Elizabeth Walter as Chairperson and Godelieve Tunuchuk as Vice Chairperson. The board unanimously approved a Sex Ed class for Quarter 2 and authorized a letter to the Traditional Council regarding gambling issues.

• Elected Elizabeth Walter as Chairperson
• Elected Godelieve Tunuchuk as Vice Chairperson via coin toss
• Unanimously approved Sex Ed Class for Quarter 2
• Approved writing to Traditional Council regarding gambling and attendance
• Approved 09/28/23 meeting minutes
• Assigned James Wasili and David Wiseman to address attendance problems

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board meets for its regular monthly meeting. Agenda items include procedural steps such as call to order, roll call, swearing in new members, and election of officers. The board will also approve minutes from September 18, 2023, and hear a site administrator report. Discussion items cover an open gym schedule and an advisory board conference in Bethel.

• Swearing in of new board members
• Election of officers
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Site administrator report
• Discussion of Advisory School Board Conference in Bethel (Oct 19-20)

The board elected its President, Vice-President, and Secretary. Members approved the October 9, 2023 agenda and the September 18, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections. The board also established an open gym schedule and identified attendees for a conference in Bethel.

• Elected Hazel Peterson as President
• Elected Corretta J. Olrun as Vice-President
• Elected Melanie Shavings as Secretary
• Approved September 18, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (carried)
• Approved October 9, 2023 agenda (carried)
• Set next meeting date for November 13, 2023

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board will meet to consider adoption of minutes, hear school reports, and discuss the second reading of the BRHS/GJE Discipline Plan. The board may enter executive session to evaluate the site administrator and discuss student disciplinary action or truancy. Discussion items also include elections and the school calendar.

• Possible executive session for evaluation of site administrator (BP 8244)
• Possible executive session for student disciplinary action (BP 8235) or truancy (BP 5113)
• 2nd reading of BRHS/GJE Discipline Plan
• Discussion of elections and school calendar
• Adoption of August 22 meeting minutes

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will consider and possibly adopt several action items, including the Title I Schoolwide Plan, Professional Boundaries Training, and the Special Revenues Final Budget. The board may also enter executive session to discuss hiring. Adoption of previous meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date are procedural items.

• Action item: Title I Schoolwide Plan
• Action item: Professional Boundaries Training
• Action item: Special Revenues Final Budget
• Possible executive session for hiring discussion
• Adoption of 08/16/2023 Regular Meeting Minutes

The board adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 16, 2023, regular meeting. Members reviewed the Title I School wide Plan, Professional Boundaries Training, and the Special Revenues Final Budget. The board also held a brief executive session regarding hiring.

• Adopted the agenda (All in favor)
• Adopted 08/16/2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Reviewed Title I School wide Plan
• Reviewed Professional Boundaries Training
• Reviewed Special Revenues Final Budget
• Entered and exited Executive Session for hiring (All in favor)

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a regular ASB meeting of the Lower Kuskokwim School District with only procedural agenda items: call to order, invocation, roll call, quorum, land acknowledgement, adoption of agenda and minutes, communications, reports, executive session, old and new business, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed in the agenda.

• Call to Order, Invocation, Roll Call, Establishment of Quorum, Land Acknowledgement Statement
• Adoption of Agenda and Adoption of Minutes
• Communications including Written and People to be Heard (3 min max)
• SA Report under Reports
• Executive Session, Old Business, New Business, Action Plan, Adjournment

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 30, 2023. Chairman Wasili proposed seeking support from the city and tribal council to address the discovery of two syringes near the school area. The current action plan remains unchanged.

• Approved agenda with date change to 9/28
• Approved 8/30/23 meeting minutes
• Decided to keep action plan as is

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory Board will formally accept the resignation of a board member. It will also adopt the 2023‑2024 ASB Family Acknowledgement and discuss the open gym schedule. Additional items include a review of the School Improvement Plan prioritization and information on the upcoming fall board election.

• Approve and accept advisory school board member resignation (motion by Melanie Shavings, seconded by Shara Davis)
• Motion to accept the 2023‑2024 ASB Family Acknowledgement (motion by Shara Davis, seconded by Melanie Shavings)
• Discussion of student open gym schedule (old business)
• School Improvement Plan Prioritization Review (new business)
• Fall Advisory School Board Election information (new business)

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board approved the 2023-2024 ASB Family Acknowledgement with specific priority changes. The board also voted to accept a member's resignation. Other items discussed included the open gym schedule and upcoming fall elections.

• Approved September 18, 2023 Agenda
• Approved August 21, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Approved 2023-2024 ASB Family Acknowledgement (3-0)
• Approved and accepted Advisory School Board Member resignation (3-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education meets Sept. 18-19, 2023, via Zoom and in Bethel. The board will consider a consent agenda, reports on erosion in Napakiak and Newtok, and action items including a $120,000 mentor program agreement and a Yuut Basketball Association fee waiver request postponed to October.

• Action item: MOA with Alaska Statewide Mentor Project (UAF) up to $120,000
• Yuut Basketball Association rental fee waiver request postponed to Oct. 26, 2023
• Reports on Napakiak and Newtok erosion updates
• Quarterly Fiscal Report and Plant Facilities Semi-Annual Report
• Executive session on legal matters and finances

The Board approved a duplex housing project in Napakiak and entered into service agreements for water operations and teacher mentoring. A request for a rental fee waiver for the Yuut Basketball Association was postponed, and a Grad Point contract extension was denied.

• Approved Resolution 24-02 for Napakiak teacher housing duplex up to $908,264
• Approved MOA with Water Operations of Alaska, LLC up to $127,200
• Approved MOA with Alaska Statewide Mentor Project (UAF) up to $120,000
• Approved purchase of prebuilt house from Yuut Elitnaurviat up to $200,000 including transport
• Denied Grad Point contract extension (4-4)
• Postponed Yuut Basketball Association rental fee waiver request to October 26, 2023
• Approved Gladys Jung Elementary Budget revision
• Approved final reading of nine board policy revisions

Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ASB Regular Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. The only action item is a vote to approve a board member's resignation. The board will also receive reports, adopt minutes from August 15, 2023, and discuss informational items including school discipline plans, COVID-19 protocols, and the FY24 master calendar.

• Approval of an ASB member resignation (action item)
• Adoption of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation of JAAMS Elementary and Secondary Discipline Plan Consequences
• Review of LKSD COVID-19 Protocols (June 2023)
• FY24 Master Calendar and ASB Action Plan discussed

The board approved the resignation of ASB member Louisa Pavilla. The meeting also included a principal's report on student enrollment, attendance rates, and the implementation of the Reads Act.

• Approved August 15, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved ASB member resignation of Louisa Pavilla (3-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Lower Kuskokwim School District ASB, including welcome, agenda adoption, and reports. The main action items are hiring decisions for a Food Service Helper and an Intensive Needs Aide, to be discussed in executive session. New teachers will also be heard during the communications portion.

• Executive session to discuss hiring of a Food Service Helper
• Executive session to discuss hiring of an Intensive Needs Aide
• People to be Heard: New Teachers
• SA Report (Student Activity or similar)
• Adoption of previous meeting minutes

The board accepted the resignation of member Florence Lewis during an executive session. Members also discussed candidates for a Food Service Helper and an Intensive Needs Aide. The 2023-24 ASB Action Plan was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved adoption of the agenda
• Accepted resignation of Florence Lewis

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will meet August 24-25, 2023, via Zoom and in person in Bethel. Key action items include allocating up to $1,000,000 in additional funds for the Bethel Campus Fire Pumphouse project, approving a revised FY2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, entering into a memorandum of agreement with WestEd for an ANE grant sub-award not to exceed $67,500, and approving Coalition for Education Equity membership dues up to $23,000. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss financial matters related to negotiations.

• Allocate up to $1,000,000 additional funds for Bethel Campus Fire Pumphouse and fire protection upgrades
• Approve revised FY2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Enter MOA with WestEd for ANE grant sub-award up to $67,500 (Oct 2023–Sep 2024)
• Approve 2023-2024 Coalition for Education Equity membership dues up to $23,000
• Executive session for financial matters and negotiations

The Board approved a $1 million funding increase for the Bethel Campus Fire Pumphouse project and adopted a revised six-year Capital Improvement Plan. Other actions included approving a grant sub-award with WestEd and updating several board policies.

• Allocated up to $1,000,000 in additional funds for Bethel Campus Fire Pumphouse project
• Approved revised FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Entered MOA with WestEd for ANE grant sub-award not to exceed $67,500
• Approved 2023-2024 Coalition for Education Equity membership dues up to $23,000
• Approved position specification revision for College and Career Readiness Coordinator
• Approved final reading of BP 4112.5 and first readings of nine other board policies/regulations
• Approved personnel actions and permission to receive grants via consent agenda
• Rescheduled September Board meeting from the 21st to the 18th

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to review a series of board bylaws and policies, including those on community relations and student activities. They will specifically discuss potential changes to Administrative Regulation 5131.8 regarding classified chaperone waivers for out-of-district travel and whether to attach use of district airline miles to an existing regulation or create a new exhibit. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Review of BB 9000-9999 (bylaws of the school board) including board membership, meetings, and ethics
• Discussion on BP 1250 (volunteer assistance) and BP 5000-5999 (students)
• Consideration of language allowing classified chaperone waivers for out-of-district travel under AR 5131.8
• Discussion on whether to attach use of district airline miles to an existing AR or create an exhibit
• Review of AR 5131.8 Student Activity Travel

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board will discuss and potentially act on first readings of discipline policies for Gladys Jung Elementary and Bethel Regional High School, along with a BRHS calendar change and 521 requests. The board may also enter executive session to discuss administrator evaluation, student discipline, and classified staff hiring.

• Executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline
• First reading of GJE Discipline policy
• First reading of BRHS Discipline policy
• Discussion of school calendar and elections
• Action item: BRHS calendar change

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 21, 2023. Action items include approving the previous meeting minutes and a proposed Student Discipline Plan. The board will also discuss open gym scheduling, receive a playground installation update, and hear public comments.

• Approval of the Nuniwarmiut School Discipline Plan
• Discussion on open gym schedule for students
• Playground installation update
• Introduction of new certified staff
• Advisory School Board Conference in Bethel October 19-20

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory Board approved the School Discipline Plan and the Classified Hiring Procedure Option 1. The board also discussed the open gym schedule, the upcoming fall ASB election, and the ASB conference in Bethel on October 19‑20. Staffing updates and a playground installation update were presented. The meeting concluded with setting the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of Nuniwarmiut School Discipline Plan
• Approval of Classified Hiring Procedure Option 1
• Discussion of open gym schedule dates
• Fall ASB election discussion
• ASB conference in Bethel on Oct 19‑20

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board approved the school's discipline plan and the Option 1 classified hiring procedure. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 8, 2023.

• Approved Nuniwarmiut School Discipline Plan (4-0)
• Approved Classified Hiring Procedure Option 1 (4-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 Agenda
• Approved May 8, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board in Quinhagak. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: adoption of minutes from May and August meetings, board member comments, public comment, a site administrator report, and a discussion of staff introductions. The board may also move into executive session to discuss personnel and student disciplinary matters as outlined in policy.

• Adoption of 05/03/2023 regular meeting minutes
• Adoption of 08/07/2023 executive meeting minutes
• Site Administrator report
• Discussion of staff introductions
• Potential executive session on evaluation, discipline, or hiring

The board adopted the agendas and minutes from the May 3 and August 7 meetings. New staff members for 5th grade, ELA, Science, Social Studies, and an Assistant Principal were introduced. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Adopted 05/03/2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Adopted 08/07/2023 Executive Meeting Minutes

Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ASB Regular Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board met on August 15, 2023, to approve several action items, including the FY24 vision, mission, and school goals, JAAMS hiring procedures, and a member resignation. The board also adopted minutes from May 8, 2023, and approved the meeting agenda. Information items included reports on COVID-19 protocols, discipline plans, and the FY24 master calendar.

• Approval of FY24 Vision, Mission, and School Goals
• Approval of JAAMS Hiring Procedures
• Approval of FY24 JAAMS Meetings, Conferences, & Events
• Acceptance of resignation of ASB member Moses Pavilla Jr.
• Presentation of LKSD COVID-19 Protocols (June 8, 2023)

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ASB approved the vision, mission, and school goals for FY24. The board also approved updated hiring procedures and the FY24 calendar of meetings and events. Additionally, the board accepted the resignation of ASB member Moses Pavilla Jr.

• Approved FY24 Vision, Mission, and School Goals (3-0)
• Approved JAAMS Hiring Procedures (3-0)
• Approved FY24 JAAMS Meetings, Conferences, & Events (3-0)
• Approved resignation of ASB member Moses Pavilla Jr. (3-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)

Executive ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is meeting in a special session on August 7, 2023. After procedural items, the board will move into executive session to discuss hiring two School Community Advocates. Other potential executive-session topics include evaluation of the site administrator, student discipline, and classified staff hiring.

• Executive session to discuss hiring two School Community Advocates

The Executive ASB meeting approved the appointment of two individuals to serve as School Community Advocates. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and held a brief executive session.

• Approved Mary Matthew and Tamara Forbes as School Community Advocates
• Adopted the meeting agenda

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting July 20-21, 2023. Items include an executive session on financial matters and litigation, approval of a $150,000 MOA with the University of Wisconsin for a grant, expansion of ANSEP Acceleration Academy to 8th graders, a $229,500 contract with Pro Care Therapy for sign language interpreters, and the purchase of a Mertarvik duplex for teacher housing up to $550,000. The board also considered consent agenda items including personnel actions and permission to receive grants.

• Executive session for financial and litigation matters
• MOA with University of Wisconsin-WIDA up to $150,000 for QPP grant Year 2
• Addition of 8th-grade students to ANSEP Acceleration Academy
• Contract with Pro Care Therapy for two sign language interpreters, $229,500
• Purchase of Mertarvik Duplex for teacher housing from Newtok Village Council, up to $550,000

The Board approved several financial contracts, including a duplex purchase for teacher housing and a contract for sign language interpreters. They also established monthly stipends for board members and approved various policy revisions.

• Approved purchase of Mertarvik Duplex for teacher housing from Newtok Village Council for up to $550,000
• Approved contract with Pro Care Therapy for two Sign Language Interpreters up to $229,500
• Approved MOA with University of Wisconsin for ANE QPP grant up to $150,000
• Approved Resolution 24-01 establishing board member stipends of $400/month plus $100/month for travel
• Approved addition of 8th-grade students to ANSEP Acceleration Academy
• Approved blanket waiver of BP 6146.1, 4D for Newtok high school diploma requirements
• Approved Christopher Finch-Kipnuk and Charles Abolafia-BRHS as Administrative Interns for 2023-2024
• Approved changing out-of-state per diem rates to follow U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) rates

Board Work Session

The Lower Kuskokwim School District board held a work session to discuss the Alaska Reads Act, a state literacy initiative. No votes or decisions were taken; the session was solely for discussion and review of related documents.

• Discussion of the Alaska Reads Act, including infographic, components, intervention plan, MTSS checklist, educator qualifications, family resource, and IRIP template

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will meet on June 8-9 to discuss and vote on several items. Key action items include approving the SY23-24 COVID-19 protocols and moving into executive session for negotiations, personnel matters, and the superintendent's contract. The board will also receive reports on finances, student activities, and preliminary data.

• Vote on SY23-24 LKSD COVID-19 protocols
• Executive session for superintendent's contract and negotiations
• Quarterly fiscal report
• Consent agenda includes personnel actions and grant acceptance
• Reports from lobbyist, JROTC, student activities, and more

The Board approved several Memorandums of Agreement for facility leases, student meals, and instructional services. They also adopted new science curriculum materials and several secondary courses for the upcoming school year.

• Approved SY23-24 COVID-19 protocols
• Approved MOA with Yuut Elitnaurviat for TESS building lease up to $165,600
• Approved MOA with Yuut Elitnaurviat for dorm leases up to $158,400
• Approved MOA with Yuut Elitnaurviat for dorm student meals
• Approved MOA with Amplify for reading products up to $804,791.75
• Approved purchase of science curriculum materials up to $660,543.32
• Approved adoption of multiple piloted secondary courses
• Approved MOA with Rising Tide Communications up to $72,000

Work Session

The Lower Kuskokwim School District board will hold a work session on June 7, 2023, to discuss a board self-evaluation. The agenda includes procedural items such as the call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of board self-evaluation

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to discuss and review several board policies and administrative regulations covering business operations, student activities, instruction, internet security, Title I programs, bilingual education, and advisory school boards. The meeting is a discussion item; no votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Review of BP 3000 Business & Non-Instruction Operations and AR 3522 District Data Protection Program
• Review of BP 5000 Students and AR 5131.8 Student Activity Travel
• Review of BP 6000 Instruction, BP 6161.4 Internet, and AR 6171 Title I Programs
• Review of BP 6174 Bilingual-Bicultural Education/English Language Learners
• Review of BP 8000 Advisory School Boards and BP 8234 Student Activity Travel

Regular ASB Meeting

The Association of Student Bodies will hold a regular meeting at Chefornak Schools. The agenda includes standard procedures such as the call to order, roll call, and adoption of minutes.

• Call to Order
• Establishment of Quorum
• Adoption of Agenda
• Adoption of Minutes
• SA Report

Public Hearing for FY24 Operating Budget

The Lower Kuskokwim School District holds a public hearing for the FY24 operating budget, the Indian Education application, and ESSER funds review. The meeting is a discussion and public input opportunity; no decisions are made.

• FY24 district operating budget discussion with attached budget documents
• Indian Education application review
• ESSER budget review
• Public hearing procedures and welcome

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board will hold a regular monthly meeting on May 8, 2023. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, a site administrator report, and discussions on graduation details, a translation project, a playground installation grant, and MAP Growth Data from winter and spring testing. No votes or dollar amounts are specified.

• Graduation details for May 12, 2023
• Translation project update on 3rd and 4th grade Social Studies and Science books
• Playground installation update with a Rural Development grant and contractor quotes
• Review of MAP Growth Data (Measure of Academic Progress) from winter and spring testing

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting. The session included updates on a translation project, playground installation, and growth data, but no substantive policy or spending decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 8, 2023 agenda with addition of Growth Data
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections
• Excused Mrs. Amanda Shavings

JAAMS Regular ASB Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board met on May 8, 2023, and took several actions, including approving a capital project fund for an equipment storage building, authorizing a transportation equipment purchase, and approving artist Andrew Reid to complete artwork. The board also adopted minutes from previous meetings and listed potential executive session topics such as site administrator evaluation and student disciplinary action.

• Approved JAAMS 521 Capital Project Fund for equipment storage building
• Approved Transportation Equipment Purchase (dollar amount not specified)
• Approved Artist Andrew Reid to complete artwork
• Adopted minutes from April 3 and April 26, 2023 meetings
• Listed potential executive session topics: site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, board member discipline, ASB member removal

The board approved funding for an equipment storage building and the purchase of transportation equipment. They also approved the selection of artist Andrew Reid to create murals and a falcon artwork for the school. All action items passed with unanimous votes from the present members.

• Approved 521 Capital Project Fund for equipment storage building (3-0)
• Approved transportation equipment purchase including ATV, sled, and trailer (3-0)
• Approved Artist Andrew Reid to complete school artwork (3-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from April 3, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved special meeting minutes from April 26, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)

Bethel ASB Regular Meeting & ME Principal Interviews

The Bethel Schools Advisory School Board will interview two candidates for Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat (ME) principal: Brittany Rooney and Kellie Ketchum-Umphrey. After a community Q&A session and executive session, the board will vote on a recommendation for the principal position. Other business includes adoption of March 28 meeting minutes and reports from Bethel Regional High School and Gladys Jung Elementary.

• Community Q&A session with principal candidates Brittany Rooney and Kellie Ketchum-Umphrey
• Executive session for ASB interview of candidates
• Action item: ASB recommendation for Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat principal
• Reports from BRHS, GJE, and ME
• Adoption of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting to adopt previous meeting minutes, hear a site administrator report, and vote on calendar approval. The board may also enter executive session to discuss administrator evaluation, student discipline, or classified staff hiring. The agenda contains no major policy changes or financial decisions.

• Adoption of minutes from 04/03/2023 regular meeting and 04/05 & 04/07 executive meetings
• Action item: Calendar approval
• Possible executive session topics: site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, board member discipline or removal

The board approved the school calendar with a correction and granted Yup'ik Orthography waivers for four students. Previous meeting minutes from April 2023 were also adopted.

• Approved school calendar with a correction (All in favor)
• Approved Yup'ik Orthography waivers for four students (All in favor)
• Adopted 04/03/2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Adopted 04/05/2023 Executive Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Adopted 04/07/2023 Executive Meeting Minutes with correction to adjournment numbering (All in favor)

JAAMS Special ASB Meeting

The JAAMS Advisory School Board holds a special session on April 26, 2023 at the Joann Alexie Memorial School. After establishing a quorum, the board may move into an executive session to evaluate the site administrator, address student disciplinary or truancy matters, interview and recommend a classified staff hire, discipline board members, and consider removal of a board member. The meeting also includes procedural items (welcome, oath, quorum) and informational updates on the FY23 action plan, vision, data dashboard, calendar, COVID‑19 protocols, discipline plans, meetings, and working agreements.

• Evaluation of the Site Administrator as executive officer (BP 8244)
• Disciplinary action of a student (BP 8235) or truancy (BP 5113)
• Interviewing and recommendation of classified staff hire (BP 8242)
• Disciplining individual members of the Advisory School Board (BP 8370, 8210)
• Removal of an ASB member from office (BP 8133.1)

The meeting was primarily procedural. The board approved the meeting agenda and administered the ASB Member Oath to Joanne Paul.

• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:20AM (5-0)

JAAMS ASB Special Meeting

The Joann Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board (ASB) will hold a special session to discuss interviewing and recommending a classified staff hire in executive session. The board also will consider adoption of the agenda, hear public comments, and review informational items including the FY23 ASB action plan and school discipline plans. The meeting is primarily procedural with the main action being the executive session on staffing.

• Executive session to interview and recommend classified staff hire (BP8242)
• Adoption of agenda with a motion carried unanimously
• Action items resulting from executive session (specifics not listed)
• Public comments period (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Review of informational items: FY23 ASB action plan, COVID-19 protocols, discipline plans

The board entered executive session to discuss the interviewing and recommendation of a classified staff hire. Following the session, the board voted to approve the resulting actions.

• Approved actions resulting from Executive Session regarding classified staff hire (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met in regular session on April 20-21, 2023. The board moved into executive session to discuss a student discipline hearing and financial matters related to Platinum School and district finances. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel actions and permission to receive grants and funds, and passed a motion to conduct a site condition survey of the Bethel Pumphouse. Reports were heard on various programs and operations.

• Approved Resolution 23-06 for special recognition of BRHS student and staff.
• Moved into executive session for student discipline hearing and financial matters (Platinum School, district finances).
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions and permission to receive grants and funds.
• Motion carried to ask administration to conduct a site condition survey of the Bethel Pumphouse.
• Heard reports on ANSEP Acceleration Academy, Tuntutuliak School, Kuskokwim Learning Academy, safety, capital projects, and others.

The Board approved several service contracts for the FY24 school year, including therapy and psychology services. Other actions included approving a proclamation for BRHS students and staff and requesting a site survey for the Bethel Pumphouse.

• Approved Resolution 23-06 Proclamation for Special Recognition for BRHS Student and Staff (9-0)
• Approved site condition survey of the Bethel Pumphouse (8-0)
• Approved personnel actions and permission to receive grants via consent agenda (8-0)
• Approved MOA with Dr. Sarah Angstman for EAP services up to $77,500 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Beyond Boundaries Therapy Services, LLC up to $100,000 (8-0)
• Approved contract with DOTCOM Therapy up to $432,031 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Lift School Psychology Services, LLC up to $75,000 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Outreach Therapy, LLC up to $100,000 (8-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Lower Kuskwim School District ASB is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items including call to order, adoption of agenda and minutes, and reports. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of the 2023-24 budget under new business.

• Discussion of 2023-24 budget

The board approved the 2023-24 Chefornak School Budget. Members also scheduled a community meeting for May 5th to discuss student learning progress and language concerns raised by teachers.

• Approved 2023-24 Chefornak School Budget for $561,453.88
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes with minor typo corrections
• Scheduled community meeting for May 5th at 2:15 PM

Special Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met in special session and took action on several items. They awarded a $17,647,000 contract for the Mertarvik New School Phase 1 project to ASRC SKW Eskimos, Inc. They also approved student travel requests for senior trips from Newtok to Anchorage, Chefornak to Honolulu, and Nightmute to New York. Additionally, they entered executive session to discuss confidential matters and later approved an early graduation request for Student 1.

• Awarded Project GR-23-023 Mertarvik New School Phase 1 to ASRC SKW Eskimos, Inc. for up to $17,647,000
• Approved senior student trip requests: Newtok to Anchorage, Chefornak to Honolulu, Nightmute to New York
• Approved early graduation request for Student 1 after executive session
• Board entered executive session for confidential matters

The Board awarded a construction contract for the Mertarvik K-12 school and approved several senior student travel requests. Additionally, the Board approved an early graduation request following an executive session.

• Awarded Mertarvik New School Phase 1 project to ASRC SKW Eskimos, Inc. not to exceed $17,647,000 (8-0)
• Approved Newtok Senior Student Trip to Anchorage, AK (8-0)
• Approved Chefornak Senior Student Trip to Honolulu, HI (8-0)
• Approved Nightmute Senior Student Trip to New York, NY (8-0)
• Approved early graduation request for Student 1 (8-0)

Executive ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is meeting in a special executive session to interview a candidate for the site administrator position. The agenda also includes procedural items such as call to order, quorum, and agenda adoption. No public decisions or financial matters are listed.

• Executive session to interview SA (site administrator) candidate
• Possible discussion of evaluation, disciplinary actions, or classified staff hiring per standard agenda boilerplate

The Executive ASB met to interview and select a candidate for the SA position. Following a vote, the board recommended Letatia Long for the role.

• Recommended Letatia Long for SA position (unanimous)

April 6, 2023 Bethel ASB Special Meeting

The Bethel ASB will discuss and take action on the FY24 budgets for ME, GJE, and BRHS. The meeting also includes a recommendation regarding a Principal Candidate Interview.

• FY24 Budgets for ME, GJE, and BRHS
• Principal Candidate Interview and Recommendation

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory Board will hold its regular monthly meeting. Action items include approving the FY 2024 budget and a 521 request, as well as the SY 2024 school calendar. The board will also hear a site administrator report and a staffing update.

• FY 2024 Budget Approval/521 Request (action item)
• SY 2024 School Calendar Approval (action item)
• Staffing Update (information item)
• Site Administrator Report (information item)
• Student Open Gym Dates (discussion)

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut Advisory School Board met to discuss site administration, staffing, and student activities. The board approved the SY 2024 School Calendar, the FY 2024 Budget, and a 521 Capitol Project Fund Request.

• Approval of SY 2024 School Calendar
• Approval of FY 2024 Budget/521 Request
• Approval of 521 Capitol Project Fund Request
• Discussion of Student Open Gym Dates
• Discussion of ASB Action Plan

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board approved the FY 2024 budget and the SY 2024 school calendar. The board also approved a 521 Capitol Project Fund Request.

• Approved SY 2024 School Calendar (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Budget Approval/521 Request (4-0)
• Approved 521 Capitol Project Fund Request (4-0)
• Approved April 5, 2023 agenda
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections

Executive ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board holds a special executive session to interview a candidate for Site Administrator. The meeting also covers standard procedural items including call to order, adoption of the agenda, and adjournment. The board may also discuss evaluation, discipline, or other confidential matters as allowed by policy.

• Interview of a Site Administrator candidate in executive session

The board met in executive session to interview a candidate for the SA position. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Entered executive session to interview SA candidate
• Exited executive session

JAAMS Regular ASB Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will meet to decide on the FY24 Master Calendar and Budget. The board may also enter executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, or board member discipline. Public testimony is accepted in person or via email.

• Approve FY24 JAAMS Master Calendar
• Approve FY24 JAAMS Budget
• Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
• Possible executive session for student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, 5113)
• Public testimony accepted in-person or via email to [email protected]

The board approved the FY24 JAAMS Master Calendar and the FY24 JAAMS Budget. The board also adopted the minutes from the March 13, 2023, meeting.

• Approved March 13, 2023, minutes (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved FY24 JAAMS Master Calendar (3-0)
• Approved FY24 JAAMS Budget (3-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board holds a regular meeting with procedural actions including adoption of minutes, reports, and calendar/budget items. An executive session is scheduled to discuss Yup'ik Orth waivers. No specific financial amounts or detailed proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from 01/11/2023 Special/Emergency, 01/18/2023 Regular, and 02/16/2023 Emergency meetings
• Action items on Calendar and Budget
• Executive session on Yup'ik Orth waivers
• Board member comments and public communications

The ASB approved the budget and adopted minutes from three previous meetings. The board returned the calendar for a revote to ensure higher participation. Members also held an executive session to discuss Yup'ik Orth waivers and candidate questions.

• Approved the budget (All in favor)
• Adopted 01/11/2023 Special/Emergency Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Adopted 01/18/2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Adopted 02/16/2023 Emergency Meeting Minutes (All in favor)
• Returned calendars for a revote
• Adopted the agenda (All in favor)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on March 28, 2023, at GJE in Bethel. After establishing a quorum, the board may move into executive session to discuss evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary action, classified staff hiring, board member discipline, and removal of an ASB member. Open session items include school reports, discussion of the ASB action plan and volunteering, and action on the FY 23-24 and FY 23 revised calendars.

• Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
• Possible executive session for student disciplinary or truancy action (BP 8235, BP 5113)
• Possible executive session for classified staff hiring (BP 8242)
• Action on FY 23-24 Calendar and FY 23 Calendar Revisions
• Discussion of ASB Volunteering and ASB Action Plan for April 4

Regular ASB Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District ASB meeting will consider adoption of the 2023-24 school calendar, discuss senior trip travel, and go into executive session to discuss hiring a library aide and filling a vacant ASB seat.

• Executive session on hiring of classified personnel: Library Aide
• Executive session on vacant ASB seat
• New business: 2023-24 School Calendar
• New business: Senior Trip Travel

The ASB approved a senior class academic trip to Hawaii and the 2023-24 school calendar. The board also appointed a new library aide and declared one ASB seat vacant due to absences.

• Approved senior trip to Honolulu, Hawaii from May 13th-18th
• Approved 2023-24 School Calendar
• Selected Clara Mathew for Library Aide position
• Declared Waylon Buckles' ASB seat vacant after 3 missed meetings
• Approved meeting minutes from 2/16/23 and 2/28/23

Emergency Special Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board held an Emergency Special Board meeting on March 22, 2023 via Zoom. The board moved to and entered an executive session to discuss a student discipline issue that could prejudice a person's reputation, and the motion carried. After the executive session, the board considered any resulting actions and adjourned at 6:45 PM.

• Motion to enter executive session on a student discipline issue (approved)
• Executive session held to discuss the student discipline matter (confidential)
• Consideration of actions resulting from the executive session (details not provided)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 PM (approved)

The Board entered an executive session to discuss a student discipline issue. No actions were taken following the session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss student discipline (8-0)
• No actions taken resulting from executive session
• Approved motion to adjourn (8-0)

Kipnuk Regular ASB Meeting

The Chief Paul Memorial School Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting followed by a possible executive session to discuss evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary actions, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline. The board will also review prior minutes, discuss a school events calendar, and set dates for future meetings.

• Possible executive session for evaluation of site administrator (BP 8244) and student discipline (BP 8235, 5113)
• Review and adoption of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of School Events Calendar under Old Business
• Action items requiring discussion and vote
• Next meetings scheduled for April 5 and May 3, 2023

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board voted to approve the SY 2024 school calendar. The board also heard the site administrator report, discussed student open gym dates and an ASB action plan, and received a staffing update. The meeting included routine procedural items such as approving minutes and agenda.

• Approved the SY 2024 school calendar (motion carried, 4-0)
• Discussed student open gym dates
• Discussed ASB action plan for April
• Heard the site administrator report
• Received a staffing update (information only)

The board approved the school calendar for the 2024 school year. Other actions included the adoption of the meeting agenda and the approval of the February 13, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved SY 2024 School Calendar (4-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes

JAAMS Regular ASB Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will consider moving into executive session to discuss evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary action, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes and the agenda, as well as informational reports on the FY23 action plan, discipline plans, and COVID-19 protocols.

• Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, board member discipline, or removal of an ASB member
• Adoption of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• FY23 ASB Action Plan presented as information
• JAAMS Elementary and Secondary Discipline Plan Consequences provided as information
• LKSD COVID-19 Protocols (09.23.2022) included as information

The board approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting and the current meeting agenda. The Principal provided reports on student attendance, staffing, and water quality. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 14, 2023, minutes (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board will vote on a memorandum of agreement with CECI to continue the Taking Wing program during a no-cost extension grant year. They will also act on a consent agenda including personnel actions, non-standard contracts for certified staff, and permission to receive grants and funds. The board plans to enter executive session to discuss leaves/sabbaticals and personnel matters, and will receive reports from Nightmute School, Gladys Jung Elementary, and other district entities.

• MOA with CECI for continuation of the Taking Wing program (no-cost extension grant year 10/1/2022-9/30/2023)
• Consent agenda: personnel actions, non-standard contracts for certified staff, permission to receive grants and funds
• Executive session to discuss leaves/sabbaticals and personnel matters
• Nightmute School and Gladys Jung Elementary school reports
• Science curriculum review report

The Board approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting and the agenda for the current session. Board members and community guests discussed concerns regarding student eligibility policy AR 6145, school food service, and hazardous waste disposal, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Adopted January 19, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (9-0)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (9-0)

Board Work Session

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will meet in a work session to discuss best practices and receive information on the AK Reads Act. No formal votes or decisions are expected; the meeting is primarily discussion and information sharing.

• Discussion on best practices for the district
• Information update on the AK Reads Act (state literacy initiative)

Special ASB Meeting

The board met for the sole purpose of discussing the Site Administrator's Evaluation. This discussion took place during an executive session. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board is meeting in regular session. They may enter executive session to discuss evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary action, classified staff hiring, disciplining board members, or removal of a member. The board will also consider reports from M.E. School, GJE, and BRHS, and take action on a JAG request for out-of-state travel for BRHS nationals.

• Possible executive session on evaluation of site administrator (BP 8244) and student disciplinary action (BP 8235)
• JAG request for BRHS out-of-state travel for nationals (action item)
• Adoption of January 24 and February 16 minutes
• Reports from M.E. School, GJE, and BRHS
• Discussion of ASB Action Plan

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to review a large set of board policies covering instruction, community relations, special education, and more. No decisions or votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Discussion of Board Policy 1000 (Community Relations) and AR 1330/BP 1330 (Use of School Facilities)
• Review of multiple instruction-related policies including BP 6000 series (Goals, Parent Involvement, School Calendar)
• Examination of crisis response policies: BP/AR 6114 and sub-policies for fire drills, bomb threats, earthquakes, and pandemics
• Review of special education policies (AR/BP 6159, 6159.1) and Title I programs (BP 6171)
• Discussion of policies on bilingual education (BP 6174) and education of Native/Indian children (BP 6174.1)

Emergency ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is holding an emergency session with a single action item regarding snow mobile drivers. No further details on the nature of the action are provided in the agenda. The meeting includes procedural items for call to order and quorum establishment.

• Action item: Snow Mobile Drivers (details not specified)

The meeting was called to order at 11:34 and adjourned at 12:05. The minutes record an action item regarding snow mobile drivers, but no specific outcome or decision is listed.

Regular ASB Meeting

This is a regular ASB (Associated Student Body) meeting of the Lower Kuskokwim School District. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda and minutes, communications, reports, executive session, old and new business (including an item labeled 'Josh'), and adjournment. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or policy changes are identified.

• Call to Order, Invocation, Roll Call, Establishment of Quorum
• Adoption of Agenda and Minutes
• Communications (Written, People to be Heard)
• SA Report under Reports
• New Business item: Josh

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 19, 2023, meeting. Members discussed drug awareness and the availability of GED classes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 1/19/23 meeting minutes

JAAMS Regular ASB Meeting

The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory Board will hold an executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student disciplinary actions, classified staff hiring, board member discipline, and possible removal. The board will also hear a presentation on the LKSD JH Science Fair project and adopt previous meeting minutes. Other business includes informational updates on the FY23 action plan, COVID-19 protocols, and discipline plans.

• Executive session for evaluation of site administrator and student disciplinary actions
• Presentation by Mr. Behselich and students on LKSD JH Science Fair project
• Adoption of January 24, 2023, meeting minutes (already approved)
• Introduction of student teacher Evan Hunchar
• Review of FY23 ASB Action Plan and JAAMS discipline plans

The board approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023, meeting and the current meeting agenda. The session primarily consisted of reports regarding student attendance, science fair achievements, and staffing updates.

• Approved January 24, 2023, Minutes (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut Advisory School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on February 13, 2023. The agenda includes discussion of emergency crisis response protocols and review of two LKSD board policies. The board will also hear a site administrator's report and discuss student open gym dates and a cultural activities outings update. No major decisions are expected beyond routine procedural approvals.

• Review of Emergency Crisis Response Protocols
• Review of LKSD Board Policies 8132 and 8134
• Site Administrator's Report
• Student Open Gym Dates discussion
• Cultural Activities Outings Update

The board approved the February 13, 2023 agenda and the January 16, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed emergency crisis response protocols and board policies. The board decided to use advertising to fill a vacant seat.

• Approved February 13, 2023 agenda
• Approved January 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Decided to use advertising (option 1) to fill vacant seat
• Excused Mrs. Amanda Shavings

Kipnuk Regular ASB Meeting

The Kipnuk Advisory School Board will meet in regular session to review the school events calendar, attendance data, and a data dashboard. They may also move into executive session to discuss evaluation of the site administrator, student discipline, or classified staff hiring. An action item for discussion and vote is scheduled.

• Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
• Possible executive session on student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
• Review of attendance data
• Review of Mega Data Dashboard
• Signing of revised school calendar

JAAMS Regular ASB Meeting

The JAAMS Advisory School Board approved the evaluation of the Site Administrator as executive officer and an amendment to the FY23 Master Calendar. The board also adopted minutes from previous meetings and heard reports. Executive session was held to discuss personnel and student disciplinary matters.

• Approval of evaluation of Site Administrator as executive officer
• Approval of FY23 Master Calendar amendment
• Adoption of December 5, 2022, minutes
• Adoption of January 19, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Executive session on site administrator evaluation, student discipline, and classified staff hiring

The Advisory School Board approved the evaluation of the Site Administrator and an amendment to the FY23 school calendar to make up for a weather-related closure. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and minutes from previous sessions.

• Approved Evaluation of the Site Administrator (3-0)
• Approved FY23 Master Calendar Amendment to make up Jan. 23 closure on Feb. 4 (3-0)
• Approved December 5, 2022, Minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023, Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting with possible executive session for evaluating the site administrator, student discipline, and classified staff hiring. Public comment is allowed. The board will discuss the ASB action plan, activity bus, and ASB volunteering, and consider an archery request as an action item.

• Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244) and student discipline (BP 8235, 5113)
• Adoption of November 22 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Activity Bus item
• Discussion of ASB Volunteering (action item)
• Action item: Archery Request

JAAMS Special ASB Meeting

The Joann Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board met in special session and voted to approve interviewing and recommending a classified staff hire. The board also listed potential executive session topics but took no public action on them. The meeting included procedural items and informational updates.

• Approved motion to interview and recommend classified staff hire
• Listed potential executive session topics: site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hire, board member discipline, removal
• Heard public testimony and received written communications
• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Received informational reports including FY23 ASB Action Plan, COVID-19 protocols, and discipline plans

The board met in executive session to interview and evaluate a candidate for a classified staff position. Following the session, the board voted to approve the interviewing and recommendation of the hire.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved interviewing and recommendation of classified staff hire (3-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting. Items include standard welcome procedures, adoption of the agenda and prior meeting minutes, updates on written communications, a SA report, and discussion of old and new business. No specific decisions or actions beyond routine items are listed in the agenda.

• Adopt agenda
• Adopt minutes from previous meeting
• Review written communications
• Hear public comments (people to be heard)
• SA report

The board approved February 24 and March 10 as makeup days for snow and wind closures. Members also agreed to invite public safety officials to provide drug awareness presentations to students.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 12/15/22 meeting minutes
• Approved February 24 and March 10 as makeup days for snow/wind days
• Agreed to invite TPOs or State Troopers for student presentations on drugs

Regular Board Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met for a regular session, handling procedural items, reports from schools, and a consent agenda. The board approved revisions to position specifications for Associate Teacher V and Permanent Substitute Teacher, and approved student travel requests for Toksook Bay to San Francisco and Quinhagak to the University of Alaska Fairbanks. An executive session was held for personnel matters and superintendent evaluation.

• Approved position specification revisions for Associate Teacher V and Permanent Substitute Teacher
• Approved student travel requests: Toksook Bay senior trip to San Francisco and Quinhagak trip to University of Alaska Fairbanks
• Adopted consent agenda including personnel actions and permission to receive grants and funds
• Held executive session for personnel matters and superintendent's evaluation
• Motion to approve December 15, 2022 meeting minutes failed

The Board approved a contract for lobbying services and established legislative priorities focusing on funding and educator retention. Other actions included approving student travel requests, position specification revisions, and several board policy updates.

• Approved lobbying contract with Mohr/Mulder Team not to exceed $30,000 (9-0)
• Approved 2023 Legislative Priorities regarding funding and educator recruitment/retention (9-0)
• Approved student travel for Toksook Bay Senior trip to San Francisco and Quinhagak School trip to UAF (9-0)
• Approved position specification revisions for Associate Teacher V and Permanent Substitute Teacher (9-0)
• Approved final reading of 14 board policy revisions (AR/BP) (9-0)
• Approved personnel actions and permission to receive grants via consent agenda (9-0)
• Rescheduled March 2, 2023 meeting to March 8, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Regular ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is meeting in regular session. The agenda includes an executive session for personnel and disciplinary matters, board member comments, reports from the site administrator, and an action item to amend an activity form. Public comment is allowed under "People to Heard" with a 3-minute limit.

• Executive session to discuss evaluation of site administrator, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline or removal
• Action item: Amend Activity Form
• Reports from Site Administrator Mr. Mills
• Board member comments and concerns
• Adoption of agenda and approval of last meeting minutes

The board adopted the meeting agenda and discussed amending the activity form. Other items included a report on enrollment and upcoming budget discussions for April.

• Approved adoption of the agenda
• Tabled approval of last meeting minutes to next month

Executive Committee Meeting

The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education Executive Committee will meet on January 17, 2023, via Zoom and in person in Bethel. The main item is an executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation, followed by adjournment.

• Executive session for superintendent's evaluation

Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board Regular Monthly Meeting

The Nuniwarmiut School Advisory School Board will hold a regular monthly meeting covering procedural items such as approval of minutes from December 14, 2022. The board will hear a site administrator's report, discuss old business including student open gym dates and an ASB action plan, and review school improvement goals. The meeting will also enter executive session to evaluate the site administrator.

• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Site Administrator's Report (information, PDF attached)
• Discussion of Student Open Gym Dates (old business)
• Review of School Improvement Goals (new business)
• Evaluation of Site Administrator in executive session

The board approved the meeting agenda and the December 14, 2022, meeting minutes with corrections regarding travel dates to Chefornak. The meeting included discussions on student open gym dates and the ASB Action Plan for February.

• Approved and adopted the meeting agenda
• Approved and adopted December 14, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections

Special ASB Meeting

The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is holding a special session to consider a proposed trip to the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) by Mr. Dorsey. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering call to order, quorum, and setting the next meeting date.

• Proposed UAF trip by Mr. Dorsey
• Next meeting set for January 18, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.

The Assembly School Board met to consider a student trip to the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The board unanimously approved the proposal.

• Approved proposed student UAF trip (unanimous)