Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 public meetings in 2025

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

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee will meet to review CIP policies and district-wide facilities, and discuss needs, wants, and possible major projects. All items are informational; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of Capital Improvement Program policies and philosophy
• Review of district-wide facilities
• Discussion of needs, wants, and possible major projects

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board will hold a work session to discuss several informational items, including a request for an exception to the out-of-state travel mileage limit and potential policy changes. Other topics include the PCCS annual report and audit, Head Start program report, high school online program update, revised social media policy, capital improvement projects, proposed ISBA resolutions, and a Simbli platform overview. No votes are scheduled; action items may be placed on the October 21 regular meeting agenda.

• Out-of-state/overnight travel exception request for trips over 2,500 miles round trip, with possible policy language changes
• Proposed 2025 ISBA resolutions on special education funding, open enrollment, and opposing diverting public dollars to private schools
• Revised Policy 7318 on social media use with clearer disciplinary guidelines
• PCCS annual report and FY24 audit presentation
• 2025 Capital Improvement Program projects presentation

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

This executive session of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees was cancelled. It was scheduled for October 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. to discuss student discipline in closed session per Idaho Code, with possible action. No meeting occurred.

• Scheduled executive session on student discipline (cancelled)
• Location: Education Service Center East Fork/West Fork Board Rooms, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello
• Authority: Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) and 33-205

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

The District Curriculum Committee will meet to review and discuss several curriculum topics, including digital literacy, PV-TEC course overviews, and summer unit development. The main action item is a vote on a new Advanced Bakery course proposal at PV-TEC.

• New course proposal for Advanced Bakery at PV-TEC (action item)
• Review of Digital Literacy / BCA-1 curriculum
• Overview of PV-TEC courses and enrollment
• Update on summer unit development for MS Science, Elementary ELA, HS Social Studies, and MS Intervention

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 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 take action on student discipline during the closed session per Idaho Code 33-205. No other business is listed.

• Executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public school student
• Possible action on student discipline taken in closed session

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

This special meeting is an informational orientation for student representatives to the Board of Trustees. No action will be taken. The agenda includes reviewing orientation materials and a question-and-answer session.

• Review of orientation materials on duties and responsibilities of student representatives
• Student representative and board member question-and-answer session
• No action will be taken at this meeting

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will consider several action items at its regular meeting, including adopting the 2025-2026 Continuous Improvement Plan, reviewing Policy 8106 on attendance areas and student transfers for third reading and adoption, and approving donation and sponsorship agreements for a Highland High School press box and scoreboard. Information reports will cover enrollment and staffing updates, a cell phone policy implementation update, and the Highland High School rebuild project. The board will also hear first reading of Policy 7202 on teacher supervision and evaluation deadlines.

• Adoption of the 2025-2026 Continuous Improvement Plan
• Third reading and possible adoption of Policy 8106 (District Attendance Areas and Student Transfer)
• Approval of donation and sponsorship agreements for Highland High School press box and scoreboard
• First reading of Policy 7202 changing teacher evaluation deadline to May 30
• Update on Highland High School rebuild project

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board is discussing the 2025-2026 Continuous Improvement Plan, a budget estimate for seismic retrofitting of Washington Elementary School, proposed Pay Manual revisions, a Capital Improvement Program budget tracker, the 2025 Tax Levy Summary, revised teacher evaluation policy, and deletion of an outdated riot/civil commotion policy. Most items are informational and will be voted on at future regular meetings.

• Budget estimate for seismic retrofitting of Washington Elementary School
• 2025 Tax Levy Summary for the district
• Proposed Pay Manual revisions for 2025-2026 school year
• Revised Policy and Procedure 7202 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation
• Proposed deletion of Policy 3309 - Riot and/or Civil Commotion System

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Highland High School Site Walkthrough - 12:00 p.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will attend a site walkthrough at Highland High School on August 21, 2025. No board business or meeting will take place, and no minutes will be taken. The notice is issued per Idaho Code requirements.

• Site walkthrough at Highland High School, 1800 Bench Road, Pocatello

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

The Highland High School Rebuild and Design Committee will discuss potential future projects for the school, based on a memorandum and map included in the meeting packet. No decisions are scheduled; the discussion is informational. Public written comment is accepted up to 24 hours before the meeting.

• Discussion of potential future projects for Highland High School (Information)
• Call to Order, Welcome, and Statement of Purpose (Action)
• Public/Written Comment opportunity
• Attachments: HHS Potential Projects Memo (146 KB) and HHS Map (9,947 KB)

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The board will vote on several action items, including the second reading of Policy 8106 on attendance areas and student transfers, adoption of board strategic goals, and approval of fall athletic schedules and travel requests. Informational updates include the Highland High School rebuild, summer projects, and elementary/secondary enrollment and staffing.

• Policy 8106 - District Attendance Areas and Student Transfer (2nd reading, action)
• Proposed 2025-2026 District Leadership Stipends (action)
• Fall athletic schedules and annual travel requests for high schools and middle schools (action)
• Highland High School rebuild update (information)
• Payment of claims and supplemental financial data (consent agenda)

Executive Session: Student Discipline - 4:00 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, disciplining, or complaints regarding a public school student.

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

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

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is meeting in special session to enter executive session for personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). The session is closed to the public and may include evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer, employee, staff member, or agent. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel matters
• Motion to return to open session and adjourn

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review draft strategic goals and various district policies. These items are being reviewed for potential adoption at the August 19, 2025 Regular Board Meeting.

• Review of Draft Board Strategic Goals
• Second reading review of Policy 6105 regarding Health, Sex Education and Human Sexuality
• Second reading review of Procedure 8501 regarding Student Discipline
• Review of transportation policies including Policy 5301, 5302, 5307, and 5308
• Review of Policy 8101 (Student Attendance) and Policy 8106 (Attendance Areas and Student Transfer)

Special Meeting for Action re Policies and Universal Consent Form - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to hear ISBA policy recommendations on first reading and consider approving revisions to the Parent/Guardian Universal Consent Form. The revision removes the health and sex education section due to changes in state law requiring separate permission. Public comment will be accepted.

• Hearing ISBA policy recommendations on first reading based on 2025 legislative session changes
• Consider approving revised Parent/Guardian Universal Consent Form removing sex education section
• Public comment opportunity before action items

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

The Board of Trustees of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 will hold an executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer, employee, or agent as authorized by Idaho Code. The meeting is closed to the public, with possible action taken in executive session.

• Adjourn to Executive Session for personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
• Return to Open Session and adjourn

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will decide on the 2025-2026 school year bus routes and a fuel bid award. The body will also consider accepting an SRO grant and a Special Education Mini Grant from the Idaho Department of Education.

• Approval of 2025-2026 bus routes and stops
• SRO Grant Award for the 2025-26 school year
• Idaho Department of Education Special Education Mini Grant Award
• Proposed bid award for fuel
• Transition from BoardDocs to Simbli eBOARD Solutions software

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This is a work session of the School District 25 Board. Trustees will discuss converting the board meeting management system from BoardDocs to Simbli and possibly adopting the ISBA Policy Manual. They will also review current board strategic goals for possible changes. Formal decisions on these items are expected at the regular board meeting on July 15, 2025.

• Discussion on converting to Simbli board meeting management system due to a large cost increase from BoardDocs
• Possible adoption of the ISBA Policy Manual, with draft language pre-reviewed by legal counsel
• Review of board strategic goals adopted in December 2024, with proposed changes for 2025-2026

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Summer School Graduation Ceremonies - 2:00 p.m.

This notice informs the public that a quorum of trustees may be present for summer school graduation ceremonies. No board business is scheduled and no meeting will take place.

• Summer school graduation ceremonies at 3115 Pole Line Road

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

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to gather input on the proposed 2025-2026 revenue and expenditure budgets. The Board will then consider adopting these budgets and certifying levies for the upcoming school year.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of 2025-2026 Revenue and Expenditure Budgets
• Second reading and potential adoption of Policy 8203 regarding Graduation Requirements
• Approval of payment of claims and supplemental financial data for the previous month
• Approval of Human Resource activity for the previous month
• Review of 2024-2025 preliminary ISAT data

Board Work Session and Special Meeting for Action - 3:30 p.m.

The board holds a work session to review options for Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic communication devices, proposed revisions to Policy 2201 on board meetings, and current strategic goals. A special meeting for action follows to consider adopting Policy 2201 on first reading and authorizing a change order for the Franklin Middle School Track Project from a three-lane to a six-lane track. Public comments are accepted.

• Work session: Review options for Policy 8506 - Student Use of Personal Electronic Communication Devices
• Work session: Review proposed revisions to Policy 2201 - Meetings of the Board
• Work session: Review current Board Strategic Goals and discuss changes for 2025-2026
• Special meeting: Consider adopting Policy 2201 - Meetings of the Board on first reading
• Special meeting: Consider authorizing change order for Franklin Middle School Track Project (three-lane to six-lane track)

Executive Session/Special Meeting/Work Session re Board Meeting Policy and Procedure - 1:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting and work session on June 3, 2025. The board will first adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer, employee, or agent. Following the executive session, the board will discuss proposed changes to Policy and Procedure 2201 – Meetings of the Board. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Adjourn to executive session by roll call vote for evaluation of public officers
• Return to open session with no action taken
• Discussion of proposed changes to Policy and Procedure 2201 – Meetings of the Board

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - High School Graduation Ceremonies - 9:00 a.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will be present at high school graduation ceremonies on May 30, 2025. No board business or meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken. The notice satisfies Idaho's public meeting requirements.

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

This is a notice that a quorum of School District 25 trustees will be present at the New Horizon High School graduation ceremony. No board business or meeting is scheduled, and no minutes will be taken.

• No business or board decisions; only attendance at a graduation ceremony

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

This is a procedural notice that a quorum of trustees may attend the Arches Graduation Ceremony on May 29, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; it solely fulfills Idaho public meeting notice requirements.

• Event: Arches Graduation Ceremony on May 29, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Location: 252 Pershing Avenue, Pocatello, ID 83201
• Purpose: Notice of potential quorum, no business conducted

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

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a public hearing on proposed fee increases for the 2025-2026 school year, then consider adopting them. The board will also hear a first reading of Policy 8203 on graduation requirements and handle routine consent agenda items such as payment of claims and human resource activity.

• Public hearing on proposed fee increases for 2025-2026, including new and facility rental fee increases
• First reading of Policy 8203 – Graduation Requirements, updating civics test and digital literacy requirements
• Final bus ridership report: 3,505 students, a decrease of 245 from October
• Approval of minutes from April board meetings
• Consent agenda including payment of claims, supplemental financial data, HR activity, and travel/camp/early graduation requests

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

This is a special meeting of the Pocatello/Chubbock School District 25 Board of Trustees. The only agenda item is to adjourn to a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters such as evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer or employee, as authorized by Idaho Code. No other public business is scheduled.

• Special meeting called solely for executive session on personnel matters

Special Meeting for Action - Immediately Following Executive Session

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a special meeting for action to consider ratifying the proposed Negotiated Agreement with the Pocatello Education Association for the 2025-2026 school year. The Board will also set compensation levels for classified employees, administrators, and the superintendent. Public comment will be accepted before the vote.

• Ratify the 2025-2026 Negotiated Agreement between the district and the Pocatello Education Association
• Set compensation levels for classified employees and administrators for 2025-2026
• Set compensation levels for administrators and the superintendent for 2025-2026
• Review proposed certified salary schedule and salary increase options for all employee groups
• Public comment opportunity before the action items

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees meets in a special executive session at 3:30 p.m. on May 14, 2025, to discuss labor contract matters under Idaho Code. No action will be taken during this meeting.

• Adjourn to executive session via roll call vote for labor contract matters
• Return to open session with no action taken on labor contracts

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board will discuss community and teacher input on a cell phone policy, with a second reading scheduled for the May 20 regular meeting. They will also review proposed fee increases for the 2025-26 school year, which will have a public hearing on May 20. Other items include revised policies on student activity fees, graduation requirements, and early graduation, plus an update on the high school online program.

• Discussion of cell phone policy input including PEA survey results and board suggestions
• Proposed fee increases for 2025-26 school year with public hearing on May 20
• Revised Policy 8705 adding orchestra to student activity and participation fee schedule
• Revised Policy 8203 updating graduation requirements for civics test and digital literacy
• Revised Policy 8204 simplifying early graduation process to align with Idaho Code

Public Meeting: Negotiations - TIME CHANGE to 4:00 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees and the Pocatello Education Association will conduct a public negotiations meeting on May 8, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting includes an opportunity for public testimony, limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Negotiating teams will not respond to testimony during the meeting.

• Conduct negotiations between Pocatello Education Association and School District 25
• Public testimony limited to 3 minutes, no response from negotiating teams

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting and executive session on May 8, 2025, to discuss labor contract matters. No action will be taken during the session.

• Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters
• Adjourn to Executive Session
• Return to Open Session
• Idaho Code Section 74-206A (1) (a) and (b)
• Idaho Code Section 74-206 (1) (b)

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 negotiation meeting on May 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the Education Service Center. The agenda includes conducting negotiations and accepting public testimony, though the negotiating teams will not respond to testimony at the meeting. All caucuses during negotiations are closed to public observation.

• Conduct negotiations between the Pocatello Education Association and the Board of Trustees negotiating teams
• Public testimony limited to 3 minutes, with prior form submission required
• Meeting location: East Fork / West Fork Board Rooms, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello, ID 83201
• Negotiations held pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206A
• All caucuses during negotiations closed to public observation

Executive Session: Labor Contract Matters - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is meeting in executive session to discuss labor contract matters as authorized by Idaho Code. No action will be taken on these matters during this meeting.

• Adjourn to executive session for labor contract discussions under Idaho Code 74-206A(1)(a) and (b)
• Return to open session with no action taken

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

The District Curriculum Committee will consider approving a digital literacy requirement for the graduating class of 2028 and review a civics test requirement under new legislation. Action items include approving the CATCH My Breath vaping prevention program from Southeastern Idaho Public Health and an ISU Pre-Health Club graduate programs proposal. The committee will also review policies on wellness/nutrition, academic integrity, and discuss dual credit expectations and an AI update.

• Action on CATCH My Breath Vaping Prevention proposal from Southeastern Idaho Public Health
• Action on ISU Pre-Health Club Graduate Programs proposal
• Annual review of Policy 5305 and Procedure 5305P - Wellness/Nutrition
• Digital literacy requirement for Graduating Class of 2028 (action)
• Review of draft Policy 8507 - Academic Integrity and AI update

Special Meeting for Action - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will decide whether to accept a request from the Pocatello Education Association to begin negotiations for the 2025-26 school year. The board will also consider awarding bids for a fire alarm system and track at FMS, and a request to donate used scoreboards.

• Request from PEA to open negotiations for the 2025-26 school year
• Revised bid for FMS Fire Alarm System
• Revised bid for FMS Track
• Proposal to donate four used middle school scoreboards to neighboring school districts

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

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is meeting in a special closed session to discuss personnel matters, including evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer, employee, or agent. No public votes or decisions are scheduled; action may be taken in executive session per Idaho Code 33-514.

• Adjourn to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider personnel evaluations, dismissals, or complaints
• Possible action on personnel matters taken in closed session per Idaho Code 33-514
• No open-session agenda items other than call to order, return to open session, and adjournment

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The board will hear first readings of three policies: a revised cell phone policy requiring students to turn off and store phones during the school day, a new academic integrity policy addressing AI use, and a revision prohibiting photos/audio in bathrooms. The board will also receive enrollment updates for elementary and secondary schools, and consider consent items including payment of claims and human resource activity. Public comment is accepted via form or written submission.

• First reading of revised Policy 8506 requiring students to store cell phones out of sight during school day
• First reading of draft Policy 8507 on academic integrity and ethical use of artificial intelligence
• First reading of revised Policy 8505 prohibiting district-owned device photos/audio in bathrooms and locker rooms
• Preliminary elementary and secondary enrollment updates for the 2025-26 school year
• Consent agenda includes payment of claims, human resource activity, out-of-state travel requests, and early graduation requests

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review administrative reports and draft policies. These items are for information and will be presented for first reading at the April 15, 2025 Regular Board Meeting.

• Draft Policy and Procedure 8506 regarding student use of personal electronic devices
• Revised Policy 8505 regarding student use of district-owned electronic devices
• Draft Policy 8507 regarding academic integrity and artificial intelligence
• 2025-2026 budget preparation timeline
• Kindergarten registration update

Cell Phone Policy Committee - 5:00 p.m.

The Cell Phone Policy Committee is meeting to discuss proposed revisions to Policy 8506 on student use of electronic devices. The committee will review draft changes and provide direction. They will also set goals and discuss resources needed for future meetings.

• Review of draft revisions to Policy 8506 - Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices
• Discussion of committee goals, norms, and objectives
• Evaluation of educational benefits vs. disruptions of cell phone use
• Plan for resources needed for next meeting

Notice of a Quorum of Trustees - Rebuilding Highland: Groundbreaking Ceremony - 12:00 p.m.

This is a notice that a quorum of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 trustees may be present at the Rebuilding Highland Groundbreaking Ceremony on March 19, 2025. No decisions or business actions are scheduled; the notice fulfills Idaho Code public meeting requirements.

• Quorum of trustees may attend Highland High School groundbreaking ceremony at 1800 Bench Road, Pocatello, on March 19, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting / Public Hearing re Proposed Budget Adjustments - 5:30 p.m.

The Board will hold a public hearing to solicit input on proposed 2024-2025 budget adjustments, then consider adopting them. Other action items include adopting a middle school science textbook (Amplify Science), approving the Head Start 2025-2026 Continuation Grant and annual waivers, and approving a revised Parent/Guardian Universal Consent/Acknowledgement Form. The consent agenda covers payment of claims, supplemental financial data, HR activity, camp requests, and early graduation requests.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of proposed 2024-2025 budget adjustments
• Middle School Science Textbook Adoption: Amplify Science, 2020
• Head Start 2025-2026 Continuation Grant, Self-Assessment, Selection Criteria, Budget, and annual Transportation and Non-Federal Share Waivers
• Revised Parent/Guardian Universal Consent/Acknowledgement Form
• Consent agenda: payment of claims, supplemental financial data, HR activity, camp requests, early graduation requests

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

This is a special meeting of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees held as an executive session. The board will discuss student discipline under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) and may take action on student discipline in closed session per Idaho Code 33-205. The only agenda item is to adjourn to executive session.

• Adjourn to executive session for discussion of student discipline, with possible action taken in closed session

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This is a work session where the board receives informational reports on several topics, including the Head Start grant application, academic data, a middle school science textbook recommendation, a revised consent form, a sponsorship agreement with Rails West Federal Credit Union, an Idaho Power lawsuit update, proposed budget adjustments, and a staffing update. Formal votes on most items are scheduled for the March 18 regular board meeting.

• Head Start 2025-2026 continuation grant application and ERSEA training (budget included)
• Middle school science textbook adoption committee recommendation
• Proposed 2024-2025 budget adjustments (file attachment, no dollar amount in agenda text)
• Rails West Federal Credit Union sponsorship agreement
• Revised parent/guardian universal consent/acknowledgement form

Special Meeting re Highland High School Final Designs; Proposed Bid Award and Elementary Enrollment Area Revision - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to review final design renderings for the Highland High School project, consider awarding the Phase 2 bid package, and consider a contract amendment with Bateman-Hall. The board will also consider adopting a revision to elementary enrollment area boundaries affecting Gate City, Tendoy, and Edahow elementary schools. Public comment will be accepted.

• Review final design renderings for Highland High School project
• Consider awarding Highland High School Phase 2 bid package (Action)
• Consider accepting Bateman-Hall Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Contract Amendment (Action)
• Consider adopting proposed elementary enrollment area revision for Gate City, Tendoy, Edahow (Action)
• Public comment period (Information)

Cell Phone Policy Committee - 5:00 p.m.

The Cell Phone Policy Committee will discuss proposed revisions to Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices and provide direction on further changes. They will also discuss information and resources needed for the next meeting.

• Review proposed revisions to Policy 8506 – Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices (information item)
• Discussion of resources and information for the next meeting on April 1, 2025

Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee will meet to review an advisory team's recommendation and determine its own recommendation to the Board of Trustees. The committee is expected to take action to forward a publisher's name to the board at the March 11, 2025, work session.

• Review Advisory Team Recommendation (Information)
• Discuss Advisory Team Recommendation and Determine Adoption Committee Recommendation to Board of Trustees (Action)
• Follow up Committee meeting scheduled for March 6, 2025, if needed

Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee will receive presentations from three science curriculum publishers—Teachers' Curriculum Institute (TCI), Amplify, and McGraw Hill—during an informational meeting. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for publisher presentations and a Q&A session.

• Teachers' Curriculum Institute (TCI) middle school science curriculum presentation
• Amplify middle school science curriculum presentation
• McGraw Hill middle school science curriculum presentation
• Q&A session with the Middle School Science Advisory Team

Special Meeting/Book Study - The Anxious Generation - 3:30 p.m.

The board will hold a special meeting to conduct the second half of its book study on 'The Anxious Generation' by Jonathan Haidt. Members will discuss chapters 7-12 of the book. No decisions or votes on district policies are scheduled. The meeting is informational only.

• Book study discussion on chapters 7-12 of 'The Anxious Generation' by Jonathan Haidt

Executive Session: Student Discipline/Personnel Matters - 4:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss student discipline and personnel matters under Idaho Code. Action may be taken on student discipline during the closed session, but no action will be taken on personnel matters at this meeting.

• Executive session for student discipline and personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
• Action may be taken on student discipline in executive session per Idaho Code 33-205
• No action will be taken on personnel matters at this meeting
• Meeting held at Education Service Center, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello

Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Trustees will consider approving a proposal and budget for a District Enrollment Marketing Campaign. Members will also decide whether to affirm a previous action regarding the High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee's 'Option A1' map.

• District Enrollment Marketing Campaign proposal and budget approval
• Affirmation of High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Option A1 map
• Authorization of MOU for Idaho State Department of Education's Student Wellbeing Assessment
• Approval of payment of claims and supplemental financial data for the previous month
• Review of Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee and Cell Phone Committee updates

Cell Phone Policy Committee - 5:00 p.m.

The Cell Phone Policy Committee will review current Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices, consider teacher feedback, and discuss proposed changes. The committee also will examine neighboring district policies to inform recommendations. The goal is to balance technology benefits with classroom focus and student safety.

• Review of current Policy 8506 on student use of personal electronic devices
• Discussion of teacher/staff survey feedback and classroom experience
• Comparison of surrounding school district cell phone policies
• Proposed changes to policy including limitations, storage, and discipline procedures
• Next meeting scheduled for March 5, 2025

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

This is a work session where the board will discuss several topics that are scheduled for votes at the February 11 regular meeting. Items include authorizing the Idaho Student Wellbeing Assessment, an online high school program, an early retirement/resignation incentive for certificate employees, and forming a committee for the Washington Elementary building. The board will also receive updates on the cell phone policy committee, an enrollment marketing campaign, and a book study on 'The Anxious Generation.'

• Discussion of Idaho Student Wellbeing Assessment MOU and parent permission survey
• Update on cell phone policy committee (first meeting scheduled same day)
• Review of district enrollment marketing campaign proposal
• Proposal to implement an online high school program
• Proposal for advanced retirement/resignation notification incentive for certificate employees

High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Meeting - 7:45 a.m.

The High School Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee will meet to declare an unintended violation of Idaho's Open Meeting Law and nullify a previous action. They will then consider formally recommending either Option A or Option A1 for high school enrollment and attendance areas to the Board of Trustees.

• Declare an unintended Open Meeting Law violation and rescind prior action as null and void
• Consider recommending Option A or Option A1 for high school attendance boundaries

Middle School Science Adoption Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

This committee meeting will elect a chair, review the adoption timeline, and discuss and finalize criteria for evaluating middle school science curricula. Members will also receive an overview of three integrated science curriculum options. The meeting is a step in the curriculum adoption process for Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25.

• Election of Committee Chair (Action item with nominations and vote)
• Finalization of evaluation criteria for potential curricula (Action item with vote)
• Review of curriculum adoption process and key milestones (Information)
• Presentation of three integrated science curriculum options (Information/Discussion)

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

The Board of Trustees will conduct its annual meeting to elect board officers and appoint key district roles. The body will also review monthly financial and student reports and approve the 2025-2026 meeting schedule.

• 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 2025-2026
• Approval of the 2025-2026 School Board Meeting Schedule
• Payment of claims and approval of supplemental financial data for the previous month

Executive Session: Personnel Matters - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters, including evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer or employee, as authorized by Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b). No action will be taken during the meeting.

• Executive session closed to the public under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b)
• Roll call vote to adjourn to executive session
• No action to be taken on personnel matters at this meeting

Special Meeting: Review Input from Public Hearing - 3:45 p.m.

This special meeting is to review input from a public hearing on proposed changes to school enrollment and attendance areas. No action will be taken; the board will discuss final direction for a January 21 regular meeting vote.

• Summary of input from public hearing and written comments (discussion)
• Discuss final direction on elementary, middle, and high school proposals
• Public may submit written comments 24 hours before the meeting
• Meeting held at Education Service Center, 3115 Pole Line Road, Pocatello

Special Meeting/Public Hearing re District Enrollment and Attendance Area Proposals - 7:00 p.m.

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting and public hearing to present and solicit input on enrollment and attendance area committee proposals for elementary, middle, and high schools. The board will hear public comments before considering any decisions.

• Overview of District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee proposals presented by administrators
• Public hearing to collect input on proposed attendance area changes
• Written public comments accepted before or during the meeting

Board Work Session - 3:30 p.m.

The board will hear a presentation on proposed changes to elementary, middle, and high school attendance areas. No vote is taken at this work session; adoption will be considered at the January 21 regular meeting. The board also reviews parent applications for the Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee and receives written public comment.

• Presentation on District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Proposals for all levels
• Board to select one parent and one alternate for Middle School Science Textbook Adoption Committee at Jan 21 meeting
• Public comment accepted on agenda topics only

Special Meeting: Review District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee Proposals - 3:30 p.m.

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board will hold a special meeting to review proposals from the District Enrollment and Attendance Areas Committee, covering elementary, middle, and high school attendance areas. No action will be taken at this meeting, which is informational only. The elementary proposals include a map referencing 'Tendoy Closure,' indicating a potential school closure is under discussion. Public comment is accepted on agenda topics.

• Review of elementary enrollment and attendance area proposals, including a map labeled 'Tendoy Closure'
• Review of middle school attendance area proposals with enrollment data
• Review of high school attendance area proposals with boundary maps and projections
• Public comment period for agenda topics only
• Meeting is informational; no decisions will be made

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

The committee will meet to review its purpose, goals, and updated elementary enrollment data. Discussion will focus on addressing declining district-wide enrollment, optimizing capacity, and developing recommendations for school board consideration. The agenda is informational with no decisions scheduled.

• Review of updated elementary enrollment area maps
• Discussion of November school board feedback
• State funding allocation information based on enrollment/units
• Committee collaboration using ArcGIS mapping tools