Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 public meetings in 2024

District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:00 a.m.

The District Curriculum Committee will meet to review and potentially approve several new course offerings and an outside agency request. The committee will also discuss aircraft courses and a new course review for HHS.

• Approval of Hansen Athletics Community Giveback proposal
• Approval of AP Calculus II
• Approval of Clinical Specialties
• Approval of Travel & Tourism, Hospitality Management I, Hospitality Management II, and Promoting Hospitality & Tourism
• Discussion of Aircraft Courses

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The board will vote on adopting the 2025-2026 school calendar and hear an update from the District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee, including cost analyses for potentially adjusting boundaries at Tendoy, Washington, and Lincoln schools. Other action items include a second reading of a head lice policy update, approval of a cell phone policy committee proposal, and adoption of the 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program plan.

• Adopt 2025-2026 school calendar (Action)
• Update on District Enrollment and Attendance Areas with cost analysis for Tendoy, Washington, Lincoln schools (Information)
• Second reading and adoption of Policy 8212 – Head Lice (Pediculosis) (Action)
• Approve Cell Phone Policy Committee proposal (Action)
• Approve 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan (Action)

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee will meet to review goals and updated data on declining district-wide enrollment, discuss feedback from the November school board meeting, and hear a presentation from the Washington Neighborhood Association. The committee is tasked with developing recommendations for elementary enrollment areas to optimize capacity, ensure equitable access, and minimize disruptions.

• Review of declining district-wide enrollment and maximizing use of district resources
• Washington Neighborhood Association presentation regarding Washington Elementary
• Updated enrollment area maps and state funding allocation information based on enrollment/units
• Committee collaboration using ArcGIS mapping tools
• Discussion of goals: optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions, maintaining efficiency, future planning

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This work session covers informational reports including an academic achievement update, the draft 2025-2026 school calendar, and a high school enrollment/attendance boundaries committee update with proposed options. The board will also discuss EV bus considerations, board strategic goals, a revised board operating procedure, and a book study. No votes are taken at this meeting; scheduled actions on the calendar, strategic goals, and revised procedure will occur at the December 17 regular meeting.

• Draft 2025-2026 school calendar presented for Board adoption on December 17, 2024
• High school enrollment/attendance area boundary options with corrected projections
• EV bus pro/con considerations and grant update
• Revised Procedure 2201P – Meetings of the Board – Board Operating Protocols
• Board strategic goals with proposed revisions for discussion and adoption on December 17

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee meets on December 9, 2024, to review updated enrollment data, maps, and state funding allocation. The committee discusses goals such as optimizing capacity, equitable access, and minimizing disruptions. No final decisions are made; the meeting is informational and collaborative to develop recommendations for the school board.

• Review of updated elementary enrollment area maps and data
• Discussion of state funding allocation information based on enrollment/units
• Committee goals include optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions
• Committee work using ArcGIS information for analysis
• Discussion of feedback from November School Board meeting

Board Work Session with Legislators - 4:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 board will hold a work session with legislators to review legislative successes and priorities for the upcoming session. Topics include advanced opportunities, staff compensation, school facilities funding, Idaho LAUNCH grants, and concerns about diverting public funds to private schools through vouchers. The board will also discuss the K-12 funding formula, graduation requirements, and medical consent laws. This meeting is informational with no formal decisions expected.

• Review of Advanced Opportunities program and district literacy funds
• Discussion on certificated and classified staff compensation and retention
• Review of School District Facilities Fund and Modernization Fund allocations
• Concerns over shifting taxpayer dollars to private school vouchers (ESA/voucher programs)
• Proposed changes to graduation requirements, requests for one-year delay if speech replaced with digital literacy

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 2:00 p.m.

The Capital Improvement Program Committee will review revenue and expenditure projections for the School Plant Facilities Fund and summaries of CIP upgrades. They will also review final major project requests from elementary, secondary, and department levels, as well as potential future projects. All items are for information only, with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Review of School Plant Facilities Fund revenue and expenditure projections
• Review of final Elementary, Secondary, and Department major project requests
• Review of potential major projects for future consideration
• Other discussion on capital improvement matters
• Meeting held at 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello

High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to discuss declining district-wide enrollment and review high school attendance boundary data. The session includes a GIS presentation and committee work, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Review of committee purpose: address declining enrollment, maximize resources, develop options for school board
• Review of goals: optimize capacity, equitable access, minimize disruptions, maintain efficiency, future planning
• Review of high school information and data
• ArcGIS presentation by Jackie Reader on geographic information systems
• Committee work and collaboration for developing recommendations

High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to review declining district-wide enrollment, discuss goals for optimizing capacity and equitable access, and collaborate on recommendations for the School Board. The agenda includes a presentation of the ArcGIS geographic information system to inform planning.

• Review of committee purpose to address declining enrollment and maximize resources
• Discussion of goals including optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions, maintaining efficiency, and future planning
• Review of high school information and data
• ArcGIS geographic information system presentation by Jackie Reader
• Committee work and collaboration on potential recommendations

Calendar Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Calendar Committee for Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 will meet to review its role, the current 2024-2025 calendar, and guidelines for the 2025-2026 calendar. The main task is to develop a proposed 2025-2026 calendar for board recommendation at the December 17, 2024 regular board meeting.

• Review Committee's Role and Purpose
• Review and discuss current 2024-2025 calendar
• Review guidelines including negotiated agreement, schedules, and breaks for 2025-2026 calendar
• Develop 2025-2026 calendar for board recommendation on December 17, 2024
• Follow-up or schedule additional meeting if needed

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 4:45 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will convene a special meeting and immediately adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss personnel matters such as evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of an employee or agent. No action will be taken during the meeting, and the board will return to open session without any decisions.

• Adjourn to executive session by roll call vote under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
• Return to open session with no action taken on personnel matters

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will consider certifying the annual financial condition statement for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Members will also receive updates and potential recommendations regarding district enrollment and attendance areas.

• Certification of the FY24 Annual Financial Report and Annual Statement of Financial Condition
• First reading of Policy 8212 regarding Head Lice (Pediculosis) to remove outdated practices
• Update and recommendations from the District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee
• Approval of monthly payment of claims and supplemental financial data
• Review of the Moreton & Company liability coverage update for 2023-2024

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee will meet to review updated enrollment data, facility reports, and past boundary changes. The committee's purpose is to address declining district-wide enrollment and develop recommendations for the school board on elementary attendance areas. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting; it is focused on information gathering and discussion.

• Review of updated elementary enrollment and facility data, including building capacity totals and transfer data
• Discussion of goals: optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions, and maintaining efficiency
• Review of 2013-2014 boundary change information for context
• Committee work session to develop options for elementary enrollment areas

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 2:00 p.m.

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee is meeting to review estimated revenue and the CIP replacement schedule, as well as major project requests from elementary, secondary, and department levels. The meeting is informational and includes discussion; no votes are scheduled.

• Review estimated revenue and CIP replacement schedule
• Review elementary/secondary/department major project requests
• Other discussion

District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:00 a.m.

The District Curriculum Committee will vote on a request from Hansen Athletics for a community giveback program and on a new Intro to Agriculture Education course. Members will also discuss updates to the high school handbook's failing courses description and receive academic updates on EL English, artificial intelligence, technology standards, graduation requirements, and new courses for December.

• Action on Hansen Athletics Community Giveback proposal
• Action on new Intro to Agriculture Education course
• Review of updated Failing Courses description for High School Handbook
• Update on WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework (2020 Edition) for high school EL
• Artificial intelligence update and Technology Standards update

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session on November 13, 2024, to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) and may take action per Idaho Code 33-205. The meeting is closed to the public and includes only this item.

• Adjourn to executive session for student discipline, with possible action taken on student discipline

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 3:10 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting and executive session to discuss personnel matters as allowed by Idaho Code. No action will be taken at the meeting.

• Adjourn to executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer, employee, or agent.
• Return to open session with no action taken on personnel matters.

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This is a work session with no votes; the board will receive informational updates on several topics including revised policies on PTA banking and head lice, the Highland High School project, PV-TEC, and proposed board strategic goals. Discussion items may be considered for formal action at the November 19 regular meeting.

• Revised Policy 2305 – PTA and Other Parent Teacher Organizations (banking requirements)
• Revised Policy 8312 – Head Lice (Pediculosis) aligning with Parents' Rights in Medical Decision-Making Act
• Highland High School update with draft addendum for interiors and exteriors
• PV-TEC project status update
• Proposed board strategic goals and revised board meeting operating protocols

Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee will meet to review enrollment data, optimize school capacity, and develop recommendations for elementary attendance areas. The meeting will include a presentation on the ArcGIS geographic information system.

• Review of district-wide enrollment decline and goals
• Presentation on ArcGIS geographic information system by Jackie Reader
• Discussion on optimizing capacity and equitable access
• Development of recommendations for elementary enrollment areas
• Review of secondary enrollment information and data

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to review its purpose, goals, and updated data on school capacity and transfers. The committee aims to develop recommendations for adjusting elementary attendance areas to address declining district-wide enrollment and optimize resource use.

• Review of committee purpose to address declining enrollment and develop boundary options for the school board
• Discussion of goals: optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions, maintaining efficiency, future planning
• Review of facility observation reports, 2013-2014 boundary change information, building capacity totals, and elementary transfer data

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - ISBA Annual Convention 11/6 - 11/8/24

This notice fulfills Idaho Code requirements for a quorum of trustees attending the ISBA Annual Convention from November 6–8, 2024, in Boise. No board business or meeting is scheduled; no minutes will be taken.

• No business or meeting will take place at the convention
• Notice complies with Idaho Code Section 74-206

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee holds its first meeting to address declining district-wide enrollment. Members will review the committee's purpose, goals, and elementary enrollment data including facility reports and building capacities. They will also receive an ArcGIS presentation from Jackie Reader. No decisions are being made; the committee is gathering information to develop recommendations for the school board.

• Review of committee purpose: address decline in enrollment, maximize resources, develop options for school board
• Goals discussed: optimize capacity, equitable access, minimize disruptions, maintain efficiency, future planning
• Review of elementary information including facility observation reports, 2013-2014 boundary change data, building capacity totals, and transfer data
• ArcGIS presentation by Jackie Reader on geographic information system for attendance areas
• Committee discussion on work collaboration and next meeting needs

Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to review data and a GIS presentation as part of a process to address declining district-wide enrollment and optimize facility use. All agenda items are informational or discussion-based, with no votes scheduled. The committee aims to develop recommendations for the school board on elementary enrollment boundaries.

• Review of committee purpose to address declining enrollment and maximize resources
• GIS presentation by Jackie Reader on secondary attendance area data
• Discussion of goals: optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions, maintaining feeder patterns
• Review of secondary enrollment information and data
• Committee work and collaboration on developing options for school board

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to review data on declining district-wide enrollment and to develop options for adjusting elementary attendance boundaries. The committee will hear a GIS presentation and examine facility capacity, transfer data, and prior boundary changes. No decisions are scheduled; this is an information and discussion session.

• Review of 2013-2014 boundary change information
• Building capacity totals for elementary schools
• Elementary transfer data review
• ArcGIS presentation on geographic data by Jackie Reader
• Goals include optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions

Special Meeting - Board Retreat/Self-Evaluation - 4:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will meet for a retreat to review district priorities, goals, and operating protocols. The session includes a self-evaluation of board members and a discussion on legislative priorities for 2025. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Review of District Mission, Vision, and Beliefs
• Discussion of 2024-2025 Board Goals
• Review of legislative priorities for the 2025 session
• Review of Procedure 2201 Board Operating Protocols
• Annual Board Self-Evaluation

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Meeting with the Governor - 1:00 p.m.

This is a procedural notice that a quorum of trustees may attend a meeting with the governor. No board business will be conducted and no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills Idaho Code requirements.

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 3:45 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting solely for an executive session to discuss personnel matters, including evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of an employee or agent. The board may take action on personnel after returning to open session. The agenda contains no other items.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent
• Possible action on personnel following return to open session

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline as permitted by Idaho law. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session. No other public business is scheduled.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a student
• Possible action on student discipline in executive session per Idaho Code 33-205

Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to review information on facility reports, building capacities, and transfer data as they begin developing recommendations for elementary school attendance areas. Goals include optimizing capacity, ensuring equitable access, minimizing disruptions, and planning for future needs. No final decisions are expected; this is an initial data-gathering and discussion session.

• Review of facility observation reports and building capacity totals
• Presentation of ArcGIS geographic information system by Jackie Reader
• Discussion of committee goals: optimizing capacity, equitable access, minimizing disruptions
• Review of 2013-2014 boundary change information
• Planning for future enrollment needs and considerations

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee Meeting - 2:00 p.m.

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee is meeting to review the committee's role and discuss potential projects and needs throughout the district.

• Review of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee
• Discussion of district needs, wants, and potential projects

Special Meeting - Student Representative Orientation - 5:15 p.m.

This special meeting conducts an orientation for student representatives to the Board of Trustees. No action will be taken; it is an informational session covering duties, responsibilities, and contact information. Student representatives and board members may ask questions.

• Review of orientation materials on purpose, duties, and responsibilities of student representatives
• Board member and administrator contact information provided to student representatives
• Opportunity for student representative and board member questions

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will review the Pocatello Community Charter School fiscal audit and decide on permission to bid for 2025-2026 CIP related projects. The meeting includes updates on the Highland High School rebuild and the PV-TEC project. Members will also consider approving winter athletic schedules and travel.

• Approval of Pocatello Community Charter School (PCCS) Fiscal Audit and Programmatic Management Letter
• Permission to bid 2025-2026 CIP related projects
• Approval of winter athletic schedules and travel
• Payment of claims and supplemental financial data for the previous month
• Update on Highland High School rebuild and PV-TEC project

Notice of Elementary and Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meetings - 5:00 p.m.

The Elementary and Secondary Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee is meeting to establish its purpose and operational norms. The body is reviewing its roles and responsibilities and setting a schedule of meeting dates.

• Establishment of meeting dates: Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, and Nov 11, 2024
• Review of committee roles, responsibilities, and norms

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board will discuss forming a committee to review cell phone policy changes and consider a book study on smartphone impact on youth. Other information items include the PCCS annual report and financial audit, a proposed middle school science adoption, and updates on the Capital Improvement Program, ESSER funds, and Highland High School and PV-TEC projects. The board will also be asked to volunteer for an enrollment and attendance areas committee and receive a report on a vape detector program MOU and a School Resource Officer grant award.

• Pocatello Community Charter School Annual Report and FY24 Financial Audit presentation
• Proposed middle school science adoption memo and slides
• Cell phone policy committee and book study 'The Anxious Generation' proposal
• Vape Detector Program Memorandum of Understanding with Southeastern Idaho Public Health
• School Resource Officer grant award letter for an additional SRO

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board will approve the 2024-2025 Continuous Improvement Plan, hear policy revisions on second reading, and authorize the payment of claims and pay manual updates.

• Adopt 2024-2025 Continuous Improvement Plan
• Hear policies on second reading for adoption
• Authorize payment of claims
• Adopt Pay Manual Revisions for 2024-2025
• Update on Highland High School rebuild project

Special Meeting: ISBA Board Training - 11:30 a.m.

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting for an ISBA Board Training session to review board roles and responsibilities. The agenda states no action will be taken at this meeting. Topics include roles vs. overstepping, communication, conflict resolution, board protocols, and Idaho open meeting law.

• Training on Board Roles and Responsibilities
• Oversight vs. Overstepping discussion
• Communication and Relationship Building/Conflict Resolution
• Board Operating Protocols and Idaho Open Meeting Law requirements

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is meeting in executive session to discuss student discipline matters, as permitted by Idaho Code. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session. No public business is scheduled.

• Adjourn to executive session to consider student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b), with possible action under Idaho Code 33-205

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees holds a work session to review informational reports on multiple topics. Subjects include proposed policy revisions (second reading on Sept. 17), a Continuous Improvement Plan for approval, student cell phone policy discussion, enrollment and attendance areas, ISBA resolutions, and pay manual updates. No votes are taken at this meeting; decisions will occur at the regular meeting on Sept. 17, 2024.

• Proposed revisions to 12 policies (e.g., Board organization, curriculum, student devices) to be adopted on Sept. 17
• Continuous Improvement Plan 2024-2025 draft presented for approval at regular meeting
• Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices reviewed alongside surrounding districts' policies
• Enrollment and district attendance areas discussion with 7-year data and communication plan
• ISBA resolutions: board discusses amending or withdrawing its own resolution and co-sponsoring Cassia County's special education funding resolution

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session on August 28, 2024, to discuss student discipline matters as allowed by Idaho law. The board may also take action on student discipline during the closed session.

• Adjourn to executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public school student

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution for a $8.25 million supplemental levy and a ten-year facilities plan. The meeting also includes approvals for fall athletic schedules, leadership stipends, and various bid awards.

• Proposed Supplemental Levy Resolution for $8.25 million
• Approval of the PCSD25 Ten Year Facilities Plan
• Proposed 2024-2025 District Leadership Stipends
• Fall athletic schedules and annual travel requests
• Payment of claims and bid awards

Special Meeting/Work Session re Proposed Policy Revisions - 4:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting/work session to review proposed policy revisions required by new legislation effective July 1, 2024. They will also consider a motion to approve an amendment to a Land Exchange Agreement with MSP Capital, LLC. Public comment is invited.

• Review proposed policy revisions required by new legislation (effective July 1, 2024); board to provide direction for first reading at August 20 regular meeting
• Consider action to approve amendment to Land Exchange Agreement with MSP Capital, LLC
• Public/written comment period for patrons

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline, as authorized under Idaho Code. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session. No public discussion or votes on other items are scheduled.

• Adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a student
• Possible action on student discipline under Idaho Code 33-205

Special Meeting for Action re Land Exchange Amendment - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider approving an amendment to the Land Exchange Agreement with MSP Capital, LLC. The meeting includes a review of the amendment and an opportunity for public comment, followed by a vote on the proposed approval.

• Review amendment to Land Exchange Agreement with MSP Capital, LLC (Information)
• Public comment period for patrons wishing to speak or submit written comments
• Consider action to approve the amendment to the Land Exchange Agreement (Action)

Special Meeting for Action re Emergency Project Request - 4:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will consider approving an emergency project request for additional parking at Highland High School. The proposal includes a contract with M&S Development and Construction.

• Proposed contract with M&S Development and Construction for $286,000
• Emergency project to create a temporary parking lot at Highland High School

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will take action on several items, including approving alternates for the Highland High School rebuild project (classrooms, cafeteria mezzanine, storage), renewing the Pocatello Community Charter School performance certificate, and adopting policies on epinephrine auto-injectors and background checks for out-of-state trip chaperones. The Board will also discuss the supplemental levy election and updates on Bench Road property and the PV-TEC project.

• Highland High School rebuild project alternates (Alt #1-4) for approval
• PCCS Performance Certificate renewal for action
• Policy 8308 (Student Injuries, Illnesses and Medication) second reading for adoption – allows schools to stock epinephrine auto-injectors
• Policy 8706 (Out of State Activities Involving Overnight Travel) second reading for adoption – requires background checks for non-employee chaperones
• Supplemental levy election discussion and L2 form review

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - HHS Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:30 p.m.

A quorum of trustees may be present for a committee meeting regarding the Highland High School rebuild and design. The meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2024, at the Education Service Center.

• Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting and Special Meeting for Action - 4:30 p.m.

The committee will review draft schematic floor plans, conceptual drawings, and preliminary budget estimates for the Highland High School rebuild. In a special meeting, the board will consider approving the final draft of those plans and budget, and also consider approving a revised land exchange agreement with MSP Capital, LLC.

• Review of draft schematic floor plans and conceptual drawings for Highland High School rebuild
• Review of preliminary program budget estimates for the rebuild
• Action to grant permission to move forward with final schematic floor plans, conceptual drawings, and estimated program budget
• Review and action to approve a revised Land Exchange Agreement with MSP Capital, LLC (legal description change)
• Public comment opportunity (written submissions accepted 24 hours ahead)

Regular Board Meeting / Budget Hearing - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the revenue and expenditure budgets for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also consider consent agenda items including payment of claims, human resource activity, and early graduation requests. Other action items include approving an amended Portneuf Medical Center donation agreement, an early career educator mentor program MOU, and first readings of policies on student injuries/medications and out-of-state overnight travel.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024-2025 revenue and expenditure budgets
• Amended Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) donation agreement modifying effective date and term
• First reading of Policy 8308 allowing epinephrine auto-injectors in schools
• First reading of Policy 8706 on out-of-state activities involving overnight travel
• Early Career Educator Mentor Program Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters / Special Meeting for Action - 12:00 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will meet to consider ratifying a Negotiated Agreement with the Pocatello Education Association for the 2024-2025 school year. The Board will also consider setting compensation levels for the Superintendent, administrators, and classified employees.

• Ratification of the 2024-2025 Negotiated Agreement with the Pocatello Education Association
• Setting 2024-2025 compensation levels for the Superintendent and Administrators
• Setting 2024-2025 compensation levels for Classified Administrators
• Setting 2024-2025 compensation levels for Classified Employees

Public Meeting: Negotiations - 9:00 a.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No. 25 Board of Trustees and the Pocatello Education Association will conduct contract negotiations on June 4, 2024, at 3115 Pole Line Road. The session is scheduled for public observation only, with no public input permitted. All caucuses during the process will remain closed.

• Public negotiation session between the school district board and the teachers union
• Meeting location: East Fork / West Fork Board Rooms at 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello, ID
• Public observation allowed; public input prohibited
• Closed caucuses during negotiations

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 4:00 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will meet in an executive session to consider labor contract matters. The agenda states that no action will be taken regarding these matters during the meeting.

• Discussion of labor contract matters authorized under Idaho Code Section 74-206A (1) (a) and (b)

Public Meeting: Negotiations - 9:00 a.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No. 25 Board of Trustees Negotiating Team will meet with the Pocatello Education Association Negotiating Team. The meeting is open for public observation, though public input is not allowed.

• Negotiations between Pocatello Education Association and School District No. 25 Board of Trustees

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - High School Graduations - 10:30 a.m.

A quorum of the Board of Trustees will be present for graduation ceremonies on May 31, 2024. No official board business or meetings are scheduled to take place.

• Graduations for Century, Pocatello, and Highland High School
• Location: Bennion Room at the ICCU Dome (Holt Arena)

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - New Horizon High School Graduation - 6:00 p.m.

This notice informs the public that a quorum of Trustees will be present at the New Horizon High School graduation. No board business is scheduled and no meeting will take place.

• New Horizon High School Graduation at Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheater (2375 Olympus Drive)

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will meet to discuss draft schematic floor plans and preliminary program budget estimates for the Highland rebuild. No votes are scheduled; the items are for information and discussion only. Public comment will be accepted in writing before the meeting.

• Review of Draft Schematic Floor Plans for Highland High School rebuild
• Review of Preliminary Program Budget Estimates for the project
• Public comment accepted via email to the Board Clerk
• Other discussion allowed under committee discussion

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Arches Graduation Ceremony - 1:00 p.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will attend the Arches Program Graduation Ceremony. No board business or meeting will take place, and no minutes will be taken.

• Trustees attending Arches Program Graduation Ceremony on May 23, 2024

Special Meeting - Board Reorganization - Immediately Following Executive Session

The Board of Trustees will meet to reorganize its leadership following the resignation of the Vice Chair. The meeting includes electing a new Vice Chair, Assistant Clerk, and Assistant Treasurer, as well as appointing members to various board committees.

• Election of Vice Chair, Assistant Clerk, and Assistant Treasurer
• Adoption of the 2024-2025 School Board Meeting Schedule
• Appointment of volunteers for committees including Curriculum and Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 1:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting and executive session to discuss labor contract matters. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is solely for discussion under Idaho Code.

• Executive session to consider labor contract matters under Idaho Code Section 74-206A (1)(a) and (b)

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will meet to discuss the updated space program, review a preliminary conceptual design, and examine program budget estimates. The meeting includes time for other discussion and public comment.

• Review updated space program for Highland High School rebuild
• Review preliminary conceptual design for the rebuild
• Review program budget estimates for the project
• Opportunity for public/written comment (submit 24 hours ahead to [email protected])

Regular Board Meeting / Tentative Oath of Office - 5:30 p.m.

This regular meeting includes a tentative oath of office for a new Zone #1 Trustee if a candidate is selected at the preceding special meeting. The board will also consider delegating hiring authority to the superintendent for summer months, approving a Head Start program change, and consent agenda items including claims payments and HR activity. Several informational reports and recognitions are scheduled.

• Tentative administration of oath to new Zone #1 Trustee (conditional on May 20 special meeting)
• Delegate authority to Superintendent to hire through summer months (Action)
• Approve Head Start Change In Scope request (Action)
• Consent agenda: Payment of claims, supplemental financial data, human resource activity, early graduation request, camp requests, out-of-state travel
• Introduce new administrators at Tendoy, Syringa, Ellis Elementary and Alameda Middle School

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 4:30 p.m.

This is a procedural executive session of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees to discuss personnel matters under Idaho Code. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Executive session to discuss evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent.
• Meeting explicitly states no action will be taken.

Special Meeting re Zone #1 Trustee Candidate Interviews and Special Meeting for Possible Action - 11:30 a.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No. 25 Board of Trustees will conduct interviews for the Zone #1 Trustee position. Following these interviews and deliberations, the Board may convene a special meeting to appoint a trustee to serve through December 31, 2025.

• Interviews for Zone #1 Trustee candidates
• Possible appointment of a Zone #1 Trustee through December 31, 2025
• Review of candidate applications for Megan Furniss, Boyd Byrd, Matthew McEwen, Nickole Romriell, Michelle Mitchell, Camille Ellis, P James Norris, and Jeffrey Jimenez

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session on May 15, 2024, to discuss student discipline as permitted by Idaho Code. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session.

• Board to adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(b) to consider student discipline
• Action may be taken on student discipline in executive session per Idaho Code 33-205

Board Work Session and Special Meeting for Action to Select Trustee Candidates for Interviews - 3:30 p.m.

The board will hold a work session followed by a special meeting to review and select Zone #1 trustee candidates for interviews. Informational reports include an athletic training concussion report, a Head Start program enrollment reduction request (169 to 156 slots), a developmental kindergarten update, an annual CTE overview, preliminary 2024-2025 budget materials, a 10-year facilities plan discussion, and restroom safety solutions.

• Selection of Zone #1 trustee candidates for interviews (Boyd Byrd, Megan Furniss, Matthew McEwen, Camille Ellis, Michelle Mitchell, Jeffrey Jimenez, P. James Norris, Nickole Romriell)
• Head Start Change In Scope request to reduce federally funded enrollment from 169 to 156 slots
• Preliminary 2024-2025 budget materials presented for discussion
• Highland High School Rebuild Committee and project update with minutes from April 30 and May 8, 2024
• Discussion of 10-year District Facilities Plan priorities

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 3:00 p.m.

This is a procedural executive session of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees. The board will meet in closed session under Idaho law to discuss evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer or employee. Action may be taken on personnel matters in the closed session.

• Closed session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider personnel evaluation, dismissal, or discipline
• Board may take action on personnel matters per Idaho Code 33-514(2)(c)

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Arches Program Visit - 10:00 a.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees will be present for a visit to the Arches Program on May 10, 2024. No business or board meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken. The visit fulfills Idaho Code public meeting notice requirements.

• Visit to Arches Program at 252 Pershing Avenue, Pocatello, ID 83201
• No business or board meeting will occur

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - HHS Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

This is a public notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees may be present at the Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee meeting on May 8, 2024. No board business will be conducted and no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills Idaho Code public meeting requirements.

• Notice of possible quorum of trustees at HHS Rebuild and Design Committee meeting

Special Meeting re Highland High School Project Update and Special Meeting for Action - 3:00 p.m.

The Board will receive an update on the Highland High School project, including budget estimates and design concepts, and may provide direction on scope. Separately, the Board will consider accepting a request from the Pocatello Education Association to open contract negotiations for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Highland High School project budget update with estimated low/high amounts
• Discussion on new auditorium seating capacity and stage size
• Consideration of PEA request to open negotiations for 2024-2025
• Review of preliminary conceptual design for Highland High School
• Discussion of music hall/activity space

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will meet to discuss the updated space program, review a preliminary conceptual design, and examine program budget estimates for the high school rebuild. The meeting is informational, with no final decisions scheduled. Public written comment is accepted ahead of the meeting.

• Review updated program space for the Highland High School rebuild
• Review preliminary conceptual design for the rebuild
• Review program budget estimates (see attached HHS Project Budget Estimate Memo)
• Public written comment accepted via email to board clerk

CANCELLED: Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

This meeting of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees was cancelled. It was originally scheduled as an executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) and possible action.

• Meeting cancelled on May 1, 2024
• Originally intended to discuss student discipline in executive session

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will meet to review an updated space program and compare it with input received. The committee will also participate in a design idea workshop, sketching and presenting ideas. Public comment is accepted via email 24 hours in advance.

• Review of updated program space for Highland High School rebuild
• Comparison of updated program space to program input, identifying outstanding issues like locker rooms and weight room
• Design idea workshop where committee members sketch ideas in small groups
• Presentation of design ideas to the full committee

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The committee will discuss the updated space program for the Highland High School rebuild, compare it to prior input, and identify outstanding issues such as locker rooms and weight room size. Members will also participate in a design idea workshop and present sketches. Public written comment is accepted up to 24 hours before the meeting.

• Collect outstanding program packets from committee members
• Review updated space program presented by Kent Craven
• Compare updated program space to program input; identify issues (e.g., locker rooms, weight room)
• Design idea workshop with breakout teams to sketch ideas
• Committee teams present their ideas and sketches

Special Meeting for Action and Montessori Preschool Update - 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a special meeting to accept the resignation of Zone #1 Trustee Angie Oliver, declare the seat vacant, and set a timeline for filling it. The board will also receive an update on the Montessori Preschool Program.

• Accept resignation of Zone #1 Trustee Angie Oliver
• Declare vacancy for Zone #1 Trustee seat
• Set timeline for filling the Zone #1 vacancy
• Montessori Preschool Program update (information only)

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 5:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No. 25 Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to discuss personnel issues, including evaluations, dismissals, and disciplinary actions. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office at the Education Service Center.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters
• Idaho Code 74-206 (1) (b) authorizes the session
• Idaho Code 33-514(2)(c) allows for action on personnel matters
• Meeting location: 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello, ID 83201

Regular Board Meeting / Public Hearing - 5:30 p.m.

The board will hold a public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget adjustments and 2024-2025 fee increases, then consider adopting them. Also will consider approving consent agenda items including claims, HR activity, and camp requests, as well as a high school biology digital license renewal and a documentary request for Pocatello High School.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget adjustments and 2024-2025 fee increases
• Consider adopting the 2023-2024 budget adjustments (Action)
• Consider adopting the 2024-2025 fee increases (Action)
• High school biology digital license renewal (Action)
• Documentary request for Pocatello High School senior prom (Action)

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will meet to debrief on regional high school tours and review a program outline book for potential spaces in the rebuild. The committee will also propose a meeting schedule and discuss next steps. No votes are expected; this is an informational working session.

• Debrief on tours to Rigby, Madison, and Thunder Ridge high schools
• Review of Design West Program Outline and committee input
• Proposed meeting schedule for future meetings
• Public comment accepted via email 24 hours ahead

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees is holding a work session to review administrative reports and proposals. These items will be considered for formal action at the April 16, 2024 Regular Board Meeting.

• Proposed budget adjustments for FY24 and fee increases for 2024-2025
• EV Bus Proposal presentation by Pocatello High School Earth Club
• Proposed revision to Policy 5201 regarding school facilities and flag displays
• Request to renew digital licenses for Miller Levine Biology, 2019 by Savvas
• Request to add one athletic coach to the Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No. 25 Board of Trustees will meet in an executive session. The body will consider the evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public school student, or hear complaints or charges brought against a student.

• Discussion and potential action regarding student discipline per Idaho Code 33-205

Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee Orientation Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee is meeting to review the project scope and guiding principles. The architect will present information regarding project costs, the design process, and a proposed meeting schedule.

• Review of overall scope definition
• Review of project costs and funding sources
• Review of the design process
• Distribution of program outline for committee input

Special Meeting re Legislative Update and Possible Action on Bond Resolution - Immediately Following Legal Training

The board will receive a legislative update on HB521 and related trailer bills, then consider and possibly take action on whether to keep or remove a bond resolution from the May 21, 2024 election ballot. A written comment regarding the bond decision is attached.

• Legislative update on HB521 and applicable trailer bills
• Action to keep or remove bond resolution from May 21, 2024 election ballot
• Written comment regarding bond decision attached

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Legal Training - 12:30 p.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees will be present for legal training on March 29, 2024. No board business or meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken. The training fulfills public notice requirements under Idaho Code.

Special Meeting for Action re Amended Motion - 11:00 a.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider amending a previous bond resolution. The proposed change would extend the deadline for requesting that Bannock County pull the bond election ballot language from March 25 to March 29, 2024, for a May 21 election, pending HB521 becoming law.

• Consider amending bond resolution to extend ballot language pull deadline to March 29, 2024

Special Meeting for Action re Bond Resolution - 3:30 p.m.

The board will discuss bond analysis and two proposed resolutions (10-year and 15-year options) before considering adoption. If adopted, the resolution would authorize a bond election on May 21, 2024, unless HB521 becomes law, which would nullify the resolution.

• Review of Bond Analysis Summary and two proposed bond resolutions (10-year and 15-year)
• Public comment on bond materials
• Consider adopting a bond resolution and authorizing submission to Bannock County Elections Office
• Conditional nullification of resolution if HB521 is signed into law

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is holding a closed executive session to discuss student discipline under Idaho law. The board may take action on student discipline during the session. No other items are on the agenda.

• Executive session held under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a student
• Action on student discipline may be taken in closed session per Idaho Code 33-205

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet to consider several action items, including adopting new 5th grade social studies materials, approving the Head Start 2024-2025 grant application, and submitting a Phase 2 school safety grant application. The board will also vote on routine consent agenda items such as claims payments, financial data, and human resource activity, as well as early graduation requests, out-of-state travel, a New Horizon High School calendar, and camp requests. Informational reports on enrollment, suspensions, and kindergarten registration numbers will be presented.

• 5th Grade Social Studies Materials Adoption (Action)
• Head Start 2024-2025 Grant Application and Monthly Program Report (Action)
• Securing Our Future Safety Grant Application - Phase 2 (Action)
• Out of State/Overnight Travel Requests (Action)
• Early Graduation Requests (Action)

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Edahow Elementary School Visit - 10:00 a.m.

This notice announces that a quorum of trustees will be present for a school visit to Edahow Elementary at 10:00 a.m. on March 8, 2024. No board business or meeting will take place, and no minutes will be taken. The visit is for informational purposes only, fulfilling public meeting notice requirements.

• School visit to Edahow Elementary, 2020 Pocatello Circle, Pocatello, ID
• No business or meeting scheduled; no minutes taken

CANCELLED: Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Legal Training

This scheduled legal training for the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No business or board meeting took place.

• Meeting cancelled; no actions taken

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board holds a work session to review several proposals and discuss future actions. Topics include a 5th grade social studies textbook adoption, a Head Start grant application, a safety grant application, a scoreboard sponsorship at Irving Middle School, and a potential bond. Decisions on many items are expected at the March 12 regular board meeting.

• 5th Grade Social Studies Textbook Adoption Committee proposal for new materials
• Head Start 2024-2025 Grant Application and federal waiver letters
• Proposed Advantage Plus Credit Union Sponsorship Agreement for two scoreboards at Irving Middle School
• Securing Our Future Safety Grant application
• Bond discussion with options for a potential bond pending legislative session

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - PV-TEC Tour - 2:30 p.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will be present for a tour of the PV-TEC Campus at 4200 Hawthorne Road, Chubbuck. No board meeting or business will take place; no minutes will be taken. The notice fulfills Idaho Code requirements.

• Tour of PV-TEC Campus at 4200 Hawthorne Road, Chubbuck

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session on February 28, 2024, to discuss student discipline under Idaho Code. The board may take action on student discipline during the closed session.

• Executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public school student
• Potential action on student discipline per Idaho Code 33-205
• Meeting relocated from Conference Room to Board Room at 3115 Pole Line Road

5th Grade Social Studies Materials Adoption Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The 5th Grade Social Studies Materials Adoption Committee will meet to review a publisher recommendation and may vote to select a publisher for the School Board.

• Review Advisory Committee Recommendation (Information)
• Discuss Recommendation to School Board (Action)
• Potential vote to select a publisher

5th Grade Social Studies Materials Adoption Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The 5th Grade Social Studies Materials Adoption Committee is meeting to establish operational guidelines and review evaluation tools. The committee will elect a chair to serve as the spokesperson for recommendations to the Board of Trustees and view presentations from two publishers.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Review of social studies standards and evaluation tool
• Two publisher presentations with Q&A
• Review of adoption procedures and timeline

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - ISBA Day on the Hill (2/19 & 2/20/24)

This is a notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees will attend the Idaho School Boards Association Day on the Hill event in Boise on February 19-20, 2024. No board business or meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken.

• Trustees attending ISBA Day on the Hill at Grove Hotel and Idaho Capitol Building
• No official board business or decisions will occur

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to discuss and potentially take action on a student discipline matter, as authorized by Idaho Code. The session is closed to the public and follows a roll-call vote to adjourn.

• Vote to adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) for discussion of student discipline
• Possible action on student discipline taken in closed session per Idaho Code 33-205

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 4:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will meet in an executive session to consider the evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints regarding a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent. The agenda states that no action will be taken regarding personnel matters during the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss personnel evaluations, dismissals, or disciplinary actions

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will decide on parent volunteers for a textbook adoption committee and review various student requests. The board is also considering the deletion of Policy 8510 regarding gifts to align with Idaho Code.

• Selection of parent volunteers and alternates for the 5th Grade Social Studies Textbook Adoption Committee
• Second reading for the deletion of Policy 8510 - Gifts
• Approval of early graduation requests and out-of-state/overnight travel requests
• Approval of the Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union Sponsorship Agreement addendum
• Authorization of payment of claims and approval of supplemental financial data

Executive Session: Legal Counsel - 3:00 p.m.

This is a procedural executive session for the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees. The board will adjourn to discuss legal ramifications and options for pending litigation or imminent controversies with legal counsel, per Idaho Code. No action will be taken during the meeting.

• Adjourn to Executive Session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel discussion
• Return to Open Session with no action taken on legal counsel

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board will receive updates on the 5th grade social studies textbook adoption, a land exchange with Mountain States Properties, and a proposed ten-year contract extension with Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union adding another high school. Trustees will also discuss Highland High School fundraising, a potential bond for rebuilding, and review board operating principles, ethics, and policy revisions. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused; no final votes are expected.

• Proposed 10-year extension of Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union sponsorship agreement, adding another high school
• Discussion of a potential bond proposal for Highland High School rebuilding, including survey results and a community forum
• Update on land exchange with Mountain States Properties and potential sale of remaining Olympus/Jerome property
• Legal review of proposed revision to Policy 3304 – Parent/Guardian Rights
• Consideration of policy changes to allow board quorum at committee meetings and donations to specific schools

District Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:00 a.m.

The District Curriculum Committee will consider approving a syllabus for POLS 1199 U.S. Elections. The committee will also discuss migrating ALEKS courses to the McGraw Hill online platform and review high school math focus group findings.

• Action item: Approval of POLS 1199 U.S. Elections course syllabus
• Discussion of migrating ALEKS courses to the McGraw Hill Open Learning Platform
• Review of High School Math Focus Group take-aways
• Social studies standards update

Special Meeting: ICRMP Insurance Update and Special Meeting for Action - 3:00 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will receive insurance updates from ICRMP regarding the Highland High School project. The Board will also consider adopting an amended 2024-2025 School Board Meeting Schedule.

• Insurance update from ICRMP regarding the Highland High School project
• Proposed 2024-2025 School Board Meeting Schedule with Work Session times restored to 3:30 p.m.
• Proposed addition of Work Sessions to the first Tuesday in February and March

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Governor Little's Visit re Legislative Priorities

This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will be present for Governor Little's visit to discuss his 2024 legislative priorities. No board business or meeting will occur, and no minutes will be taken.

• No business items; informational attendance only

Regular Board Meeting / Annual Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will conduct its annual meeting to elect officers and appoint key district roles. The board is also deciding on the payment of claims and human resource activity from the previous month.

• Election of Board Chair, Vice Chair, Assistant Clerk, and Assistant Treasurer
• Appointment of Jonathan Balls as Treasurer and Renae Johnson as Clerk
• Appointment of Deaton & Company as independent auditor for 2024-2025
• Authorization of payment of claims for the previous month
• Approval of human resource activity and supplemental financial data

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 as permitted by Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). Action may be taken on student discipline during the closed session per Idaho Code 33-205. No other business is on the agenda.

• Consideration of student discipline in executive session with possible action

Oath of Office and Special Meeting/Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This special meeting includes the oath of office for new trustees and a work session covering K-12 academic progress, a proposed 5th grade social studies textbook adoption, an update on the MSP land exchange, a facilities report, Highland High School update, proposed policy revisions/deletions (including changes to substitute aide stipends and deletion of outdated policies), proposed meeting schedules, and board reorganization. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.

• K-12 academic update with Istation data, PSAT data, and graduation rates
• Proposed 5th grade Social Studies textbook adoption process and timeline
• MSP Land Exchange update (status report at meeting)
• Proposed revisions to Procedure 7305P (Substitute Teachers/Instructional Aides stipend) and deletion of Policy 7503 (Leave for Continuing Education) and Policy 8510 (Gifts)
• Discussion of proposed 2023-2024 school board meeting schedule and ISBA training sessions