Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 public meetings in 2022
73 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). The board may also take action on student discipline in the closed session as permitted by Idaho Code 33-205. No other business is on the agenda.
- Executive session held to consider evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public school student
- Board may take action on student discipline during the closed session
Executive Session: Personnel - 4:30 p.m.
The Board of Trustees will convene a special meeting and immediately adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code to discuss evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer or employee. After the closed session, the board may reconvene in open session to take action on personnel matters.
- Adjourn to Executive Session for personnel discussion under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
- Possible return to open session for action on personnel
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will vote on adopting the 2023-2024 school calendar and a textbook adoption committee selection protocol. They will also consider a donation agreement with Portneuf Medical Center, a second reading of Policy 6104 on extended learning opportunities, and various routine consent items. Reports on enrollment, suspensions, and a transportation spot inspection will be presented for information.
- Adopt proposed 2023-2024 school calendar (Action)
- Adopt Textbook Adoption Committee Member Selection Protocol (Action)
- Approve Portneuf Medical Center Donation Agreement (Action)
- Second reading for adoption of Policy 6104 Extended Learning Opportunities (Action)
- Idaho SDE Transportation Spot Inspection Final Report (Information)
Board Work Session with Legislators - 4:00 p.m.
This is a special board work session with legislators to inform them about district successes and concerns. No decisions will be made; the session is for information sharing and advocacy. Key topics include funding formulas, facility needs, and several ISBA resolutions.
- Discussion of Blaine Amendment and school vouchers (ISBA Resolution No. 3)
- Reliance on supplemental levy funds presented as a concern
- Support for lowering supermajority requirement on bond elections (ISBA Resolution No. 5)
- Facilities funding gap highlighted (ISBA Resolution No. 13)
- Staffing shortages and need for a second career ladder for veteran teachers
Executive Session - Real Property - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session on December 6, 2022, to discuss acquiring an interest in real property not owned by a public agency, as authorized under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c). No action will be taken on the property at this meeting. The board will adjourn to closed session by roll call vote and later return to open session.
- Adjourn to executive session by roll call vote to deliberate on real property acquisition
- Return to open session with no action taken on real property
Special Meeting: Curricular Materials Adoption Committee Selection Process - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed process for selecting members of the Curricular Materials Adoption Committee. The board will review a memorandum detailing the process, including procedure, selection materials, and relevant Idaho Code. No formal decisions will be made; direction may be given, and committee appointments are expected at the December 13 regular meeting.
- Review of proposed Curricular Materials Adoption Committee selection process
- Discussion of selection procedure, materials, and Idaho Code
- Board may provide direction; appointment planned for December 13 regular meeting
- Presenters: Amy Bowie, Kathy Luras, A.J. Watson
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 2:00 p.m.
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee meets to review replacement schedules, elementary/secondary/department major project requests, and Exhibits A & B projects. All items are for information and discussion only; no votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Review of CIP replacement schedules
- Review of elementary / secondary / department major project requests
- Review of Exhibits A & B projects
- Other discussion (information/discussion)
Calendar Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.
The Calendar Committee will meet to review its role, discuss the current 2022-2023 calendar, and examine guidelines and considerations for the 2023-2024 academic calendar. The committee aims to develop a draft calendar for recommendation to the Board at its December 13 meeting.
- Review committee's role and purpose
- Review and discuss current 2022-2023 calendar
- Review guidelines for 2023-2024 calendar including negotiated agreement, schedules, breaks
- Develop 2023-2024 calendar for Board recommendation
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The board will hold a public hearing on the proposed purchase of 4200 Hawthorne LLC property and may vote to approve the purchase and sale agreement. Other business includes a first reading of a new policy on extended learning opportunities, approval of consent agenda items (claims, financial info, HR activity), and reports on student enrollment, suspensions, and liability coverage.
- Public hearing and potential approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 4200 Hawthorne LLC
- First reading of draft Policy and Procedure 6104 on Extended Learning Opportunities
- Consent agenda authorizing payment of claims, supplemental financial info, and HR activity
- Head Start Program budget revision, carryover, and non-federal share waiver requests
- Revised Procedure 6402P on textbook adoption (advisory team and committee processes)
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 1:00 p.m.
The Capital Improvement Program Committee will meet for an informational session to review estimated revenues, replacement schedules, and major project requests for elementary, secondary, and department facilities. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting consists of updates and discussion only.
- Review estimated revenues and CIP replacement schedules (Information)
- Review elementary, secondary, and department major project requests (Information)
- Other discussion (Information/Discussion)
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - ISBA Annual Convention (11/8 - 11/11/22)
This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will attend the Idaho School Boards Association Annual Convention from November 8-11, 2022. No board business or meeting is scheduled; no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills public meeting requirements and does not change the regular meeting schedule.
Executive Session: Personnel - 2:45 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting for an executive session to discuss personnel matters, including evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of an employee. No action will be taken during the closed session, but the board may take action after returning to open session. The agenda contains only procedural items related to this executive session.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider personnel evaluation, dismissal, or discipline
- Possible action on personnel after open session resumes
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code. The board may also take action on student discipline during the closed session.
- Executive session held at 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 2:00 p.m.
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is meeting to review the district's capital improvement program. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project details, dollar amounts, or decisions listed.
- Introduction and review of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Other discussion
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Board will vote on several action items including adopting the FY23 and FY24 ESSER III Budget, accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, and certifying the annual financial condition statement. Other action items include creating a new Habilitative Skill Interventionist position, approving the Alternate Route to Graduation Plan for 2022-2023, and approving a Head Start Teacher Recruitment and Retention Stipend proposal. The meeting also includes recognitions, public comment, and informational reports on student enrollment, suspensions, and the food service program.
- Adopt proposed FY23 and FY24 ESSER III Budget
- Accept Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021-2022
- Approve new Habilitative Skill Interventionist position on classified salary schedule
- Approve Alternate Route to Graduation Plan for 2022-2023
- Approve Head Start Teacher Recruitment and Retention Stipend proposal for 2022-2023
Special Meeting/Orientation for Student Representatives to the Board - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to orient student representatives. The session includes a review of duties, responsibilities, and contact information for board members and administrators.
- Review of Student Representative duties and responsibilities
- Question period for student representatives and Board Members
CANCELLED: Executive Session: Personnel - 4:15 p.m.
This scheduled special meeting/executive session of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees was cancelled. The meeting was intended to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b), with no action to be taken on personnel at the time.
- Meeting cancelled
- Purpose: evaluate, dismiss, or discipline a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent (Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b))
- No action was to be taken on personnel at the meeting
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). The board may take action on student discipline in the closed session per Idaho Code 33-205. No other items are on the agenda.
- Adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss student discipline; possible action under Idaho Code 33-205
Executive Session: Real Property / Board Work Session / Special Meeting for Action - 3:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session on real property (with no action taken), followed by a work session covering topics including a new Habilitative Skill Interventionist position, school safety, ESSER funds, and a supplemental levy discussion. A special meeting will then consider approving a request to release a teacher from their contract.
- Action item: approve request for release from contract (teacher)
- Discussion: new Habilitative Skill Interventionist position on Student Services salary schedule
- Discussion: remaining ESSER funds allocation
- Discussion: supplemental levy (addendum provided)
- Discussion: school safety and security follow-up
Executive Session - Real Property and Special Meeting for Action - 4:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to discuss acquiring an interest in real property not owned by a public agency, per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c). Following, they will convene a special meeting to consider certifying an appraisal, approving a Purchase and Sale Agreement, and authorizing a Letter of Intent for the purchase of real property, specifically the Downard Funeral Home property. Public comment will be accepted before any action.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c) to discuss real property acquisition
- Review of appraisal for Downard Funeral Home (attached: Downard Funeral Home Appraisal)
- Consider action to certify the appraisal and approve Purchase and Sale Agreement for Downard Funeral Home with condition of visual inspection
- Consider action to approve and authorize submission of Letter of Intent
- Public comment procedure and written comment submission to Board Clerk
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session under Idaho Code to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of a student. The board may also take action on student discipline during the closed session, as permitted by state law. This is the only item on the agenda.
- Adjourn to Executive Session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss student discipline, with possible action taken under Idaho Code 33-205
District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 a.m.
This meeting notice is solely procedural; the agenda lists no specific items for discussion or decision. The committee is scheduled to meet at 8:30 a.m. on September 22, 2022, in the Board Room at the Education Service Center.
Special Meeting for Action to Consider Issuing a Letter of Intent - Immediately Following the Regular Board Meeting
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider issuing a Letter of Intent regarding the purchase of real property. The board will review the proposed letter and may take action. The meeting follows the regular board meeting at the Education Service Center.
- Review proposed Letter of Intent for purchase of real property (information)
- Consider issuing a Letter of Intent for the purchase of real property (action item)
Executive Session - Real Property - 5:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to deliberate on acquiring an interest in real property not owned by a public agency, as authorized by Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c). No action will be taken at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of procedural items for this closed session.
- Adjourn to executive session by roll call vote to discuss real property acquisition
- Return to open session with no action taken on real property
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Board will vote to adopt the 2022-2023 Continuous Improvement Plan and hear first reading of Policy 8203 on Graduation Requirements. Second readings are scheduled for policies on the School Food Service Program (raising negative balance cutoff to $20.60), Bus Transportation (discipline and cameras), and Fringe Benefits (reducing eligibility time). The Board will also approve speech/debate schedules, camp requests, extended cheer season, and consent agenda items including payment of claims.
- Adoption of 2022-2023 Continuous Improvement Plan (Action)
- Policy 8203 Graduation Requirements - first reading (Action)
- Policy 5304 School Food Service Program - second reading, raising negative balance cutoff from $11 to $20.60 (Action)
- Policy 8603 Bus Transportation - second reading, bus discipline and camera use (Action)
- Policy 7605 Fringe Benefits - second reading (Action)
Executive Session - Real Property/Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board will vote to adjourn to an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206. The session will discuss acquiring an interest in real property, but no action on that matter will be taken at this meeting. The board will also consider student discipline issues, for which action may be taken in the executive session. Afterward the board will return to open session with no real‑property action.
- Adjourn to executive session to discuss potential interest in real property (no action taken)
- Adjourn to executive session to consider student discipline matters (action may be taken)
- Return to open session with no action on real property
Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
The board will discuss school safety and security with law enforcement, including School Resource Officers and surveillance systems. They will also review a Gifted and Talented 3-Year Plan, a proposed Continuous Improvement Plan, an insurance update, and proposed Pay Manual revisions for 2022-2023. These items are informational, with some expected to be voted on at the September 20 regular meeting.
- School safety and security discussion with law enforcement, including school walk-through schedule
- Gifted and Talented 3-Year Plan review
- Proposed Continuous Improvement Plan 2022-2023 addendum
- Insurance plan update
- Proposed Pay Manual revisions for 2022-2023
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Ribbon Cutting for Lookout Field at PHS Stadium
This is a notice that a quorum of trustees may attend the ribbon cutting for Lookout Field at Pocatello High School Stadium. No board business or meeting is scheduled; no minutes will be taken.
- Ribbon cutting event at Lookout Field/PHS Stadium, 1025 W. Eldredge, Pocatello, ID 83201
- Event time: 6:45 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2022 (source contains conflicting date also stating September 9, 2022)
Executive Session - Student Discipline/Real Property and Special Meeting to Discuss the Certification of the District's Levies - 3:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session for student discipline and real property discussions, then a special meeting to certify the district's levies for 2022-2023. The board may forego the 5% increase on the School Plant Facilities Levy, reduce the Supplemental Levy by $2 million (from $9.25M to $7.25M), and cap the Tort Levy at $229,369. Action may also be taken on student discipline in executive session.
- Executive session for student discipline (possible action) and real property (no action)
- Discuss options for certification of district levies for 2022-2023
- Consider foregoing 5% annual increase on School Plant Facilities Levy
- Consider reducing Supplemental Levy by $2 million
- Consider capping Tort Levy at fixed value of $229,369 permanently
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Back to School Staff Meeting
A quorum of trustees will be present at the Back to School Staff Meeting on August 17, 2022, starting at 8:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Portneuf Wellness Complex, 10588 Fairgrounds, Pocatello, ID. No board business will be conducted and no minutes will be taken.
- Quorum of trustees attendance at Back to School Staff Meeting, Portneuf Wellness Complex, 10588 Fairgrounds, Pocatello, ID
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 2:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will convene a closed executive session to discuss student discipline matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). The board may also take action on student discipline during the closed session as permitted by Idaho Code 33-205.
- Adjourn to executive session to discuss student discipline and take any pertinent action
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The board will vote on approving the PCSD25 Roadmap for the Safe Return to In-Person Instruction for the 2022-2023 school year and adopt Policy 8203 updating graduation requirements per state law. It will also consider renaming the CTE school from Gateway Professional Technical Academy to Portneuf Valley Career/Technical School, approve fall athletic schedules and travel requests, and award bids for various projects. Additionally, the board will receive reports on enrollment, student discipline data, and summer projects.
- Approve PCSD25 Roadmap for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction for 2022-2023
- Second reading and adoption of Policy 8203 on graduation requirements (state-level changes)
- Rename CTE school from Gateway Professional Technical Academy to Portneuf Valley Career/Technical School
- Award various bids (details in packet)
- Fall athletic schedules and annual travel requests for high schools and middle schools
The Board approved the district's roadmap for returning to in-person instruction and updated graduation requirements. Other actions included approving the consent agenda, fall athletic schedules, and various policy readings regarding food services, bus transportation, and employee benefits.
- Approved 2022-2023 Roadmap for the Safe Return to In-Person Instruction
- Adopted Policy 8203 (Graduation Requirements) on second reading
- Approved Consent Agenda including payment of claims and HR activity (unanimous)
- Approved fall athletic schedules and travel requests
- Approved local name change of CTE school to PV Tech
- Approved bid awards for custodial supplies and HHS baseball turf
- Approved first reading of Policy 5304 (School Food Service Program)
- Approved first reading of Policy 8603 (Bus Transportation) and Policy 7605 (Fringe Benefits)
Board Strategic Planning Meeting - 3:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a strategic planning meeting to discuss the district's direction for the 2022-2023 school year. The board will review attached materials including strategic goals, budget estimates, enrollment projections, and policy documents. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Review of School Board Strategic Goals 2022-23
- Discussion of ESSER III Budget - Draft 08-01-22 ($459K file)
- Presentation of Proposed 2022-2023 Leadership Stipends
- Review of Projected Enrollment Numbers 2022-23
- Consideration of Outdoor Facilities Committee Projects and Timeline
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The board will hear the first reading of an update to graduation requirements (Policy 8203) reflecting state law changes, and vote on setting bus routes for the 2022-23 school year, increasing substitute teacher compensation and personal leave reimbursement, approving camp requests, and renewing an ISBA resolution on personnel funding. Informational reports include a Head Start program update, kindergarten registration numbers, and the summer food service program.
- First reading of Policy 8203 updating graduation requirements per state law changes
- Set bus routes for 2022-23 school year and authorize adjustments
- Approve substitute teacher compensation increase and personal leave reimbursement increase
- Renew 2021 ISBA Resolution No. 9 on personnel funding (Use It or Lose It)
- Approve camp requests for various student camps
The Board of Trustees approved increases to substitute teacher compensation and personal leave reimbursement rates. Other actions included setting 2022-2023 bus routes and renewing a resolution regarding personnel funding. The Board also held a first reading of updated graduation requirements.
- Approved substitute teacher compensation and personal leave reimbursement increases (Unanimous)
- Set 2022-2023 bus routes and authorized administration to make adjustments (Unanimous)
- Approved camp requests for middle and high schools (Unanimous)
- Renewed 2021 ISBA Resolution No. 9 regarding Personnel Funding (Unanimous)
- Heard first reading of Policy 8203 – Graduation Requirements (Unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims and supplemental financial information via Consent Agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Summer School Graduation - 4:00 p.m.
This is a notice that a quorum of trustees will be present for a summer school graduation ceremony. The agenda states that no board business will be conducted and no minutes will be taken. The meeting is purely procedural to satisfy public meeting notice requirements.
- Summer school graduation ceremony at Education Service Center, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello
- No board business scheduled; no decisions or discussions will occur
Regular Board Meeting / Budget Hearing - 5:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed revenue and expenditure budgets for the 2022-2023 school year, then consider adopting them. The board will also act on a consent agenda including claims, financial reports, and human resources, and discuss policy changes and student travel requests.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of 2022-2023 revenue and expenditure budgets
- Second reading and adoption of Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices
- Approval of early graduation requests from various high schools
- Approval of out-of-state/overnight travel requests for student activities
- Approval of camp requests for student programs
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - High School Graduations - 11:00 a.m.
This is a notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees will be present at high school graduations on June 2, 2022, at Holt Arena. No board business or meeting will take place, and no minutes will be taken.
- Quorum of trustees attending graduations at Holt Arena, 550 Memorial Drive, Pocatello, at 11:00 a.m.
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - NHHS High School Graduation - 6:00 p.m.
A quorum of School District 25 trustees will be present for the New Horizon High School graduation ceremony. The board is not conducting any business or meeting; no minutes will be taken.
- Quorum of trustees attending New Horizon High School graduation at Portneuf Wellness Complex, 10588 Fairgrounds, Pocatello
- No board business or meeting scheduled; only ceremonial attendance
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 12:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss and possibly take action on student discipline, as permitted by Idaho Code. No details of the case are disclosed publicly.
- Executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
- Board may take action on student discipline in closed session per Idaho Code 33-205
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Ribbon Cutting and Relighting Ceremony - 6:00 p.m.
This is a notice that a quorum of trustees may be present at a ribbon cutting and relighting ceremony at the ITB Building, 359 N. Main Street. No formal board business will be conducted; no meeting will take place.
- Ribbon Cutting and Relighting Ceremony at ITB Building, 359 N. Main Street
- No business or meeting scheduled
Executive Session - Personnel Matters/Student Discipline - 3:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss personnel matters (evaluation, dismissal, disciplining of staff) and student discipline. No action will be taken on personnel; action may be taken on student discipline in closed session. This meeting is closed to the public per Idaho Code.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
- Executive session to consider student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) and 33-205
- No action to be taken on personnel matters; action may be taken on student discipline
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - District Directors Retirement Celebration - 3:00 p.m.
This is a notice that a quorum of school board trustees will be present at a retirement celebration event. No board business or formal meeting will occur; no minutes will be taken.
Executive Session: Personnel - 4:30 p.m.
This is a special meeting of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees, convening only for an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent. The board will then return to open session and may take action on personnel. No substantive public business is scheduled.
- Adjourn to executive session for personnel discussion
- Possible action on personnel upon return to open session
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The board will consider approving a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and Quality Improvement increase for the Head Start program, along with a 100% non-federal share waiver request for 2022-23. Other action items include a first reading of Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices, athletic gate fee changes for 2022-2023, and early graduation requests. The consent agenda includes payment of claims and human resource activity. Reports on enrollment, suspensions, and the wellness dashboard will be presented.
- Head Start COLA/Quality Improvement Increase and 100% Non-Federal Share Waiver for 2022-23
- First reading of Policy 8506 - Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices (clarifies permission needed for audio recording)
- Athletic Gate Fee changes for 2022-2023 school year
- CTE Building Reconfiguration Request to mix virtual and brick-and-mortar for Gateway program
- Early Graduation Requests from high schools
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Local Issues Committee - 7:30 a.m.
A quorum of trustees will be present at the Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Local Issues Committee on May 13, 2022 at 7:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pocatello, 2376 Via Caporatti Dr, Pocatello, ID. No business or board meeting is scheduled and no minutes will be taken. This notice fulfills the public‑meeting notice requirements of Idaho Code § 74‑206.
- Notice of quorum – no business scheduled (May 13, 2022, 7:30 a.m.)
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The board will convene a closed executive session to discuss student discipline matters, as allowed under Idaho Code. Action may be taken on student discipline during the closed session. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific details disclosed.
- Adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) for student discipline
Board Work Session / Executive Session: Personnel Matters / Special Meeting for Action - 3:30 p.m.
The board will hold a work session to discuss the Portneuf Medical Center Athletic Trainer Program and student athlete injury report, a proposed athletic gate fee increase, and a Career and Technical Education update. Following an executive session on personnel matters, the board will convene a special meeting to consider approving human resource activity, selecting insurance carriers and coverages, ratifying the 2022-2023 Negotiated Agreement with the Pocatello Education Association, and setting compensation levels for administrators, classified administrators, and classified employees for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Discussion of proposed athletic gate fee increase (action at May 17 regular meeting)
- Ratify 2022-2023 Negotiated Agreement between district and Pocatello Education Association
- Approve proposed insurance carriers and coverages for 2022-2023
- Set compensation levels for administrators and superintendent for 2022-2023
- Set compensation levels for classified administrators and classified employees for 2022-2023
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Presentation - 1:00 p.m.
A quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees may be present for a presentation on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. The presentation will be held at Tyhee Elementary School, 12743 W. Tyhee Road, Pocatello, ID 83201. No board business will be conducted, no minutes will be taken, and the notice satisfies Idaho Code § 74‑206 public‑meeting requirements.
- Presentation for trustees at Tyhee Elementary School, 12743 W. Tyhee Road
Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 3:30 p.m.
The Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss labor contract matters under Idaho Code. No action will be taken on these matters at this meeting. The session is purely procedural, with the board adjourning to closed session and then returning to open session before adjourning.
- Executive session to discuss labor contract matters (no action taken)
Special Meeting/Board Training - 2:30 p.m.
This is a special meeting for board training only, not a decision-making session. The board will receive information on superintendent evaluation, goal setting, and the continuous improvement plan from an ISBA presenter.
- Presentation on Superintendent Evaluation, Goal Setting, and Continuous Improvement Plan by Lisa Sherick (ISBA Board Development)
- Meeting moved from Board Room to Conference Room in the same building
Public Meeting: Negotiations - 4:30 p.m.
This is a public meeting for negotiations between the Pocatello Education Association and the School District 25 Board of Trustees. The meeting is open for public observation only; no public input is allowed. The agenda contains only a call to order and adjournment, with the sole subject being the conduct of negotiations.
- Public observation of negotiations between school board and teachers union
Public Meeting: Negotiations - 5:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees and the Pocatello Education Association will hold a public negotiations meeting. The session is open for observation only, with no public input allowed. The agenda lists only the call to order, conducting negotiations, and adjournment, with no specific proposals or details provided.
- Conduct negotiations between the Pocatello Education Association and the school district
Special Meeting for Action and Executive Session re Labor Contract Matters - 2:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider approving an amended Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan and Budget for 2022-2023, which includes an exhaust system upgrade for the welding program at Highland High School. The board will also consider awarding a bid for that exhaust system upgrade. An executive session will follow to discuss labor contract matters, but no action will be taken on those.
- Review and approve amended 2022-2023 CIP Plan and Budget with exhaust system upgrade at Highland High School
- Consider awarding bid for exhaust system upgrade at Highland High School
- Executive session to discuss labor contract matters under Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(j) (no action taken)
The Board unanimously approved the amended CIP Plan and Budget for the 2022-23 school year and awarded a bid for an exhaust system upgrade. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss labor contract matters, though no action was taken on those matters.
- Approved amended CIP Plan and Budget for 2022-2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved bid award for exhaust system upgrade for welding program at Highland High School (Unanimous)
- Adjourned to Executive Session for labor contract matters (Unanimous)
- No action taken regarding labor contract matters
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session under Idaho Code to discuss the evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public school student. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session, as permitted by state law.
- Board will adjourn to executive session by roll call vote to discuss a student discipline matter under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
- Action may be taken on student discipline in executive session per Idaho Code 33-205
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Educator Appreciation Luncheons 4/25 - 5/10
This is a notice that a quorum of school board trustees may attend educator appreciation luncheons at various schools and district facilities from April 25 to May 10, 2022. No board business or meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills Idaho public meeting requirements.
- Educator appreciation luncheons hosted by ISU College of Education and Cafe Rio
- Luncheons scheduled from April 25 to May 10, 2022, at various schools and district facilities
- No business or formal meeting of the board will take place
- Notice filed per Section 74-206, Idaho Code
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Board will consider and vote on several action items, including adopting new science textbooks, approving an all-day kindergarten program for next year, and purchasing business management software. Reports on student enrollment, suspensions, and financial data will be presented for information. The meeting opens with recognitions and public comment.
- All-day kindergarten program proposal for 2022-23 school year (Action)
- Adoption of K-5 Mystery Science and High School Physical Science textbooks (Action)
- Purchase of Skyward, Inc. Qmlativ business management software (Action)
- Bid awards for facility upgrades: exhaust system, lighting, roofing, telescopic bleachers, track removal (Action)
- Head Start non-federal share waiver request for 2021-22 (Action)
Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
At this work session, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will discuss several informational items, including a proposal to upgrade business software from APECS to Skyward Qmlative, an overview from the Outdoor Athletic Facilities Planning Committee, textbook adoption proposals for elementary science and high school physical science, an all-day kindergarten program proposal for 2022-2023, and a comparison of the district's insurance plan with the State Insurance Plan. No final votes are expected; recommendations will be presented at a future regular board meeting.
- Business software upgrade proposal from APECS to Skyward Qmlative (Information)
- Outdoor Athletic Facilities Planning Committee overview and recommendations
- Textbook adoption proposals for K-5 science (Mystery Science) and high school physical science
- All-day kindergarten program proposal for 2022-2023 school year
- State Insurance Plan comparison and employee survey results
Special Meeting/Board Training - 2:30 p.m.
This is a special meeting and board training session. The board will receive information on topics such as characteristics of effective school boards, leadership development, and media relations, presented by Lisa Sherick of the Idaho School Boards Association. No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- ISBA Board Development: Continuous Improvement/Accountability (Information) presented by Lisa Sherick
- Topics include: Characteristics of Great School Boards, Leadership Development, Conditions for Success, Dealing with the Media, How Clerks Keep the Board on Track
- Meeting is for training only; no action items
District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 a.m.
The District Curriculum Committee will consider approving proposed revisions to Policy 8203 (Graduation Requirements) for submission to the Board of Trustees. The committee will also receive information on courses that can count in lieu of English 12B and on the Second Step Family Access program. The next meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2022.
- Proposed revisions to Policy 8203 - Graduation Requirements (action item)
- Clarification on courses that can substitute for English 12B (information)
- Second Step Family Access letter for parents (information)
- Next meeting set for April 28, 2022 at 8:30 a.m.
Regular Board Meeting / Public Hearing on Budget Adjustments - 5:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on proposed budget adjustments for the 2021-2022 school year, then consider adopting them. The board will also vote on a Head Start continuation grant application, early graduation requests, and routine consent agenda items including payment of claims and human resource activity.
- Public hearing and adoption vote on proposed budget adjustments for 2021-2022
- Head Start 2022-2023 continuation grant application (action item)
- Approval of early graduation requests from high schools
- Consent agenda includes payment of claims and supplemental financial information
- Written public comments received on topics including all-day kindergarten and track removal
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Various District Events 3/14 - 3/18/2022
This is a procedural notice that a quorum of trustees may be present at several district events from March 14-18, 2022. No board meeting or business is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills Idaho Code requirements for public meeting notices.
- HayWire Robotics event at Pocatello High School, March 14 at 7:00 p.m.
- STEM Up Events at Indian Hills Elementary, March 15 starting at 9:00 a.m.
- School assemblies with State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra at Chubbuck Elementary and Highland High School on March 18
Special Meeting for Action and Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
At this special meeting, the board will take action on a staff resignation and then hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include proposed budget adjustments, an update on all-day kindergarten legislation, and a policy revision to allow American Indian graduates to wear traditional items like eagle feathers and beaded caps. No final votes are expected on the work session items; they are scheduled for the March 15 regular meeting.
- Accept resignation of a staff member
- Proposed 2021-22 budget adjustments with a public hearing scheduled
- Pocatello High School signage update including relocation of historic neon Indian sign
- Proposed revision to Policy 8504 to allow traditional cultural and religious items at graduation
- Head Start ERSEA training and 2022-23 continuous grant application presentation
The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to accept a staff member's resignation. The session also included administrative reports on Head Start training, the relocation of a historic high school sign, and proposed budget adjustments.
- Accepted staff member resignation (unanimous)
Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - ISBA Day on the Hill
This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will attend the Idaho School Boards Association (ISBA) Day on the Hill event on Feb 21-22, 2022, at the Grove Hotel in Boise. No board business or meeting will take place; no minutes will be taken.
- Quorum of trustees present at ISBA Day on the Hill, Feb 21-22, 2022, at 245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise
District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 a.m.
The committee will discuss and potentially act on graduation requirements for English, including a possible waiver of English 12B for high-achieving students. They will also consider approving new CTE courses in auto mechanics and auto collision, and review the Workplace Readiness CTE diploma program. A possible action item involves credit-type courses taken at Idaho State University.
- Discussion and possible action on English graduation requirements (8 credits, potential waiver of English 12B for students with high ACT/SAT scores or AP English score of 5)
- Action on new CTE courses: Auto Mechanics and Auto Collision
- Discussion and action on Workplace Readiness CTE diploma, including seal and eligibility criteria (2.0 GPA, CTE pathway, Technical Skills Assessment, Workplace Readiness Assessment, industry certification)
- Possible approval of credit-type courses taken on ISU campus
- Review of committee purpose and norms (procedural)
Special Meeting/Board Training - 2:30 p.m.
This special meeting is a training session for the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board of Trustees, led by Lisa Sherick of the Idaho School Boards Association. The training covers Standard 1: Effective Governance, including topics such as transparency, open meeting law, parliamentary procedure, roles and responsibilities, and board/superintendent teamwork. No decisions or votes are scheduled; it is an informational session only.
- Training on Transparency and Open Meeting Law (Idaho Code Title 74, Chapter 2)
- Discussion of Parliamentary Procedure
- Review of Board Roles and Responsibilities
- Overview of Board/Superintendent Team Foundation
Executive Session: Communicate with Legal Counsel re Pending Litigation - 5:00 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special executive session to discuss pending litigation with legal counsel. No action will be taken on the litigation at this meeting. The session is authorized under Idaho Code for legal consultation on imminent or pending controversies.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to discuss pending litigation
- No action to be taken on litigation during the meeting
- Meeting held at Education Service Center, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello
Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Board will vote on adopting a revised roadmap for safe return to in-person instruction, with minor updates on COVID-related absences and substitute incentives. They will also consider bids for HVAC and internet access, early graduation requests, out-of-state travel, camp requests, and spring athletic schedules. Informational items include student enrollment, suspension report, wellness dashboard, and budget timeline.
- Adoption of revised PCSD 25 Roadmap for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services for 2021-2022
- Bid awards for HVAC and Internet Access
- Early Graduation Requests approval
- Out of State/Overnight Travel Requests approval
- Spring Athletic Schedules and Travel approval
Outdoor Athletic Facilities Committee Meeting - 3:00 p.m.
The Outdoor Athletic Facilities Committee will review projects approved in 2020 and recommended for FY 2022-2026, along with timelines and summer projects for the same period. The meeting is a discussion of existing and future work, with no decisions or votes listed on the agenda.
- Review projects approved in 2020
- Review recommended projects for FY 2022-2026
- Review timeline for projects recommended to the CIP Committee FY 2022-2026
- Review summer projects 2022-2026
Special Meeting/Work Session and Executive Session: Personnel - 3:30p.m.
This is a special meeting/work session where the board will receive informational presentations on the Education Foundation annual report, an energy conservation program showing savings since 2001, and a proposal (HB443) to allow the district to join the state's health insurance plan. The board will also review the biannual safe return to in-person instruction roadmap and receive a legislative update. Following the work session, the board will enter executive session for personnel matters, with possible action taken in open session.
- Discussion of HB443, a bill allowing school districts to join the state's Public School Health Insurance Participation Fund and remove Leadership Premiums
- Energy Conservation Program presentation detailing cost savings since 2001
- Biannual review of PCSD25 Roadmap for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction (no action planned)
- School District 25 Education Foundation Annual Report for 2020-2021
- Legislative update from ISBA Capitol Notes
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board of Trustees is meeting in executive session to discuss a student discipline matter. Under Idaho Code, the board may take action on student discipline during the closed session. The meeting is not open to the public.
- Adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(b) to consider student discipline
- Possible action on student discipline in closed session per Idaho Code 33-205
Regular Board Meeting / Annual Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding its annual meeting and regular meeting. The board will elect a chair, vice chair, assistant clerk, and assistant treasurer; appoint a treasurer, clerk, backup clerks, custodians of public records, and an independent auditor; adopt the 2022-2023 meeting calendar; and volunteer for board committees. Action items include a Head Start compliance resolution and program update, along with routine consent agenda items such as approving claims and human resource activity.
- Elect Board Chair, Vice Chair, Assistant Clerk, and Assistant Treasurer
- Appoint Deaton & Company as independent auditor for 2022-2023
- Adopt corrected 2022-2023 School Board Meeting Calendar with changed work session times
- Head Start Compliance Resolution and Program Update (Action)
- Idaho Food Bank Backpack Program Report (Information)
Executive Session - Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline, including evaluation, dismissal, or complaints against a student, under Idaho Code. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session.
- Adjourn to executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
Oath of Office and Special Meeting/Work Session - 12:00 p.m.
The board will administer oaths to newly elected trustees and then hold a work session to discuss the ESSER III funding plan, Head Start program guidelines, proposed 2022-2023 meeting schedules, board reorganization and officer elections, and board training. No formal action is expected on these informational items; a resolution on Head Start compliance may be considered at the January 18 regular meeting.
- Oath of office administered to new trustees for Zones 1, 2, and 5
- Overview of ESSER III (federal COVID-19 relief) plan and budget, adopted in 2021
- Discussion of proposed resolution on Head Start program compliance guidelines
- Proposed 2022-2023 board meeting schedule for direction and future adoption
- Overview of board reorganization and protocol for electing board officers