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Dickinson Public Schools public meetings in 2024

28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

Dickinson School Board discusses construction updates and record destruction

The board will review progress on elementary school remodels and the Dickinson High School rebuild. Action items include a request to destroy specific school records from fiscal years 2015 through 2019 and the potential hiring of five certified instructors for the 2025-2026 school year.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves hiring of 8 certified instructors for 2025-2026

The Board approved the hiring of five certified instructors and three health career instructors for the 2025-2026 school year. Other actions included authorizing the destruction of old records and approving early resignation benefits for four employees. The Board also received informational reports on student behavior goals and facility construction updates.

Tue Dec 3, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

School board workshop to plan Dec. 9 meeting agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will build the agenda for the December 9, 2024, regular board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: School Board plans agenda for December 9 regular meeting

The Board met to organize the agenda for the December 9, 2024, regular meeting. The session focused on upcoming reports, presentations, and proposed action items. No formal votes were taken during this workshop.

Tue Nov 12, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting Agenda

Board to vote on hiring additional certified instructor for English Learners

The school board will consider action to approve one additional certified teaching position to accommodate increased English Learner enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year. Other actions include evaluating the superintendent's performance on six areas. Informational items cover board goals for reading and math proficiency, family engagement, and a revised substitute teacher handbook. Routine consent agenda items include approval of minutes, bills, and financial reports.

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✓ Decided: Dickinson School Board approves agenda and previous meeting minutes

The board approved the consent agenda and the meeting agenda via voice vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding student enrollment, high school construction progress, and academic performance data.

Tue Nov 5, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set Nov. 12 board meeting agenda and review board self-evaluation

The Dickinson Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to craft the agenda for the November 12, 2024 regular board meeting. Board members will also review and rate the board's performance using the second and third quarter 2024 Board Self-Evaluation Progress Tracker, along with time trackers from recent meetings. The session is procedural and does not include any binding votes or public hearings.

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✓ Decided: School Board sets agenda for Nov. 12 meeting and completes self-evaluations

The Board planned the November 12 meeting agenda, including a new action item for an English Learner instructor. Board members also completed self-evaluation scoring for six leadership objectives for the second and third quarters of 2024.

Mon Oct 14, 2024

Special School Board Meeting

Board to vote on health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs

The School Board will discuss and consider a recommendation from the Self-Funded Health Insurance Committee. The proposed changes to health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs would take effect January 1, 2025.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves 9.2% increase in employee health insurance premiums

The Board approved a recommendation from the Self-Funded Health Insurance Committee to increase employee health insurance premiums by 9.2% effective January 1, 2025. This action aims to replenish reserve funds, which currently hold approximately one month of claims due to high-cost claims.

Mon Oct 7, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

Board to vote on final budget and tax levy for 2024-2025

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider approving the final budget and certificate of levy for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, a required action that sets property tax rates. The board will also vote on the annual financial report for the previous fiscal year. Informational presentations include updates on elementary school renovations, Dickinson High School construction, and student mobility data.

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✓ Decided: School Board reviews student achievement data and high school construction plans

The Board approved the consent agenda and meeting agenda. Members received informational reports on third-grade reading and eighth-grade mathematics proficiency and reviewed schematic designs for the Dickinson High School renovation.

Tue Oct 1, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set Oct 7 school board agenda, review self-evaluation

This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools Board will build the agenda for the October 7 regular board meeting and review the board's self-evaluation progress tracker for the second and third quarters of 2024. No binding decisions are made during the workshop.

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✓ Decided: Dickinson Public School Board prepares October 7 meeting agenda

The Board met to determine topics for the October 7 regular meeting, including student data and athletic core values. The Board decided to wait for more information before adding high school standards-referenced grading to the agenda. Board self-evaluation was tabled until November.

Tue Sep 10, 2024

5:00 p.m. Public Budget Input Hearing

Dickinson Public Schools holds public budget input hearing

The board is conducting a public hearing to receive input on the school budget. Business Manager Stephanie Hunter will provide a budget presentation to the board and the public.

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✓ Decided: Dickinson Public Schools holds 2024-2025 public budget input hearing

The school board held a public hearing to review preliminary budget information for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The session included a presentation on projected revenues, expenditures, and mill levy increases. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Tue Sep 10, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting Agenda

Board to approve consent agenda with personnel changes, tuition waivers

The Dickinson Public Schools board will vote on a consent agenda covering August bills, financial reports, personnel changes, and several tuition waiver agreements between districts. The superintendent will present enrollment data showing a K-5 increase of 40 students over last year. The board will also hear updates on the Roughrider Area Career and Technology Center and the Southwest Area CTE Academy, which reports Building C is now operational.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves general obligation school building bonds

The Board approved the issuance and sale of General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2024B. Members also adopted several policy revisions and approved the DPI Annual Certificate of Compliance. The Board dissolved open enrollments for five students.

Tue Sep 3, 2024

Workshop to Build the September 10, 2024, Board Meeting Agendas

Workshop to build September 10 Dickinson Public Schools board agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will plan the agenda for the upcoming September 10 board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: School Board plans budget hearing and September 10 meeting agendas

The Board held a workshop to organize the September 10, 2024, meeting and a preceding Budget Public Input Hearing. Proposed agenda items include a budget presentation, student enrollment updates, and bond sale resolutions. No formal votes on policy or spending were taken during this workshop.

Thu Aug 8, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

School Board considers $54 million bond sale and 2024-2025 preliminary budget

The Dickinson Public Schools Board is meeting to vote on a preliminary budget and a certificate of levy totaling $25,599,668.12. The board will also consider the sale of general obligation school building bonds and an amendment to the 2023-2024 general fund expenditure budget.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves $54M in bonds for high school and elementary renovations

The Board authorized the sale of $54 million in general obligation bonds to secure funding for school renovations amid potential property tax elimination. Other key actions included increasing the general fund expenditure budget and approving the preliminary 2024-2025 Certificate of Levy.

Mon Aug 5, 2024

Board Retreat/Workshop

Board discusses construction manager, goals, and budget

The Dickinson Public Schools Board is holding a retreat/workshop to discuss several topics, including the Construction Manager at Risk delivery method, a review of board goals, and a budget update from the business manager. The board will also build the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting on August 8, 2024.

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✓ Decided: School Board reviews high school rebuild plans and budget risks

The Board held a workshop to review schematic designs for the Dickinson High School rebuild and updates on elementary school construction. Members discussed student achievement goals and the potential impact of a property tax elimination measure on the ballot. No formal votes were taken during this session.

Mon Jul 15, 2024

Annual School Board Meeting

Board to elect officers, hear high school renovation update

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will elect a president and vice-president for 2024-2025 and vote on a consent agenda including June bills, personnel changes, and the 2024-2025 Continuity Plan. Discussion items include a construction manager’s update on the high school renovation and security upgrades at elementary schools, progress on board goals linked to ACT scores, and the canvassed results of the June 11 primary election. The superintendent will report on kindergarten pre-registration (292 students) and Title IX policy updates.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves $15 million building bond

The Board authorized a $15 million General Obligation School Building Bond and approved the 2024-2025 contract for Assistant Superintendent Melanie Kathrein. The meeting also included the election of board officers and the designation of authorized representatives for various district programs.

Thu Jul 11, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to build July 15 board meeting agenda

This is a procedural workshop to set the agenda for the July 15, 2024, annual school board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: School Board workshop prepares agenda for July 15 annual meeting

The Board met to review proposed topics for the July 15 annual meeting. No substantive votes were taken during this workshop; the session focused on planning agenda items for board elections, committee assignments, and district resolutions.

Mon Jun 24, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

School board to hear update on high school renovation and elementary security upgrades

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider approval of the consent agenda, which includes financial reports, personnel changes (hires and resignations), and a girls' swimming cooperative agreement with South Heart Public Schools. The superintendent will report on enrollment numbers and summer activities. The board will also receive an update from the construction manager on the high school renovation and security upgrades at elementary schools.

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✓ Decided: School Board transfers $3.4M to building fund and confirms election results

The Board approved a multi-million dollar fund transfer and the opening of a new bank account. Members also formally accepted the June 11 primary election results for the school board.

Tue Jun 18, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set June 24 school board agenda

This is a procedural workshop for Dickinson Public Schools board members to build the agenda for the regular board meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: School Board workshop prepares agenda for June 24 meeting

The Board met to review proposed topics for the June 24, 2024, meeting. No substantive actions were decided during this workshop; the session focused on organizing reports and items for future consideration.

Mon May 13, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

Dickinson Public Schools board to review consent agenda and monthly reports

The school board will review a consent agenda containing various administrative and financial documents. This includes meeting minutes, April bills, personnel changes, and student enrollment data.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves consent agenda and reviews district goals

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and the meeting agenda. The session primarily consisted of informational reports regarding school construction, adult learning, and a mathematics curriculum review for grades 6-12.

Tue May 7, 2024

Special School Board Meeting

Board to consider 2024-2025 classified salary and benefits package

The school board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2024-2025 Classified Salary Schedule. This action follows recommendations from the Budget Input and Development Committee for a package effective July 1, 2024.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves 2024-2025 classified salary and benefits package

The Board approved the 2024-2025 Classified Salary Schedule and Benefits Package effective July 1, 2024. The approved plan provides hourly pay increases for classified employees based on their category.

Tue May 7, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set May 13 school board agenda

This is a procedural workshop to build the agenda for the regular Dickinson Public Schools Board meeting on May 13, 2024. No decisions or substantive actions will be taken.

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✓ Decided: School Board workshop prepares agenda for May 13 meeting

The Board met to review proposed agenda items for the May 13, 2024, meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this workshop; the session focused on planning upcoming reports and actions.

Mon Apr 15, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

School board to approve consent agenda with personnel changes and March bills

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will meet to approve a consent agenda including minutes, March bills, financial report, pledged securities, and personnel changes. The board will also hear the superintendent's report on kindergarten registration and upcoming events. The meeting includes several informational items but no major policy decisions.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves Lincoln Elementary renovation and new bus purchases

The Board unanimously approved the bid package for the renovation of Lincoln Elementary. Additionally, the Board approved the purchase of three diesel buses from Harlow's Bus Sales and Hartley's School Buses, Inc.

Tue Apr 2, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set April 15 school board agenda and review self-evaluation progress

This is a workshop where board members discuss and build the agenda for the April 15 regular meeting. They will also review the Board Self Evaluation Progress Trackers for the fourth quarter of 2023 and first quarter of 2024, along with time trackers from past meetings. No formal decisions are made at this workshop.

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✓ Decided: School Board prepares agenda for April 15 meeting

The Board met to review proposed agenda items for the April 15, 2024, meeting. No items were added or removed from the proposed agenda. Board members also conducted a self-evaluation using the North Dakota Be Legendary School Board Leadership Framework.

Mon Mar 11, 2024

4:30 p.m. School Board Workshop

School Board discusses elementary attendance zone boundaries

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss proposed elementary attendance zone boundaries. A presentation by Assistant Superintendent Keith Harris will be followed by public input. No formal action will be taken at this workshop.

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✓ Decided: School Board reviews proposal to adjust elementary attendance boundaries

The Board discussed a proposal to transition approximately 30 students from Jefferson Elementary to Berg Elementary to balance class sizes. Teachers provided testimony regarding overcrowding at Jefferson Elementary. No formal decisions were made; the Board will consider the input at a future regular meeting.

Mon Mar 11, 2024

5:00 p.m. Regular School Board Meeting

Dickinson School Board to review FY2023 audit and personnel changes

The School Board will consider a consent agenda including February 2024 bills and financial reports. The meeting includes a presentation of the district audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, and reports on K-8 mathematics data.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves consent agenda and reviews K-5 literacy curriculum

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes from February 12 and March 5. Members received informational presentations on the implementation of the Amplify CKLA reading and literacy curriculum and the district's annual financial audit. No formal actions were taken on the curriculum or audit reports.

Tue Mar 5, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to set March 11 school board agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools board will build the agenda for the regular March 11, 2024, board meeting. No decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: School Board prepares agenda for March 11 meeting

The Board held a workshop to review proposed topics for the March 11 meeting. No formal votes were taken, but the Board agreed to hold a workshop for public input on elementary boundary adjustments. The session focused on planning for upcoming decisions on open enrollment and school construction.

Mon Feb 12, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

Board to discuss ND dyslexia legislation and district plan

The board will consider a consent agenda covering personnel changes, financial reports, tuition waivers, and staff recognitions. The superintendent will report on Heart River Elementary's Title I recognition and a field update. A business topic will address ND State Dyslexia Legislation and the district's plan.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves consent agenda and reviews dyslexia and reading goals

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda, including previous meeting minutes. The session primarily consisted of informational reports on state dyslexia legislation, student reading proficiency goals, and high school renovation updates.

Tue Feb 6, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to plan Feb. 12 school board agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will draft the agenda for the February 12, 2024, school board meeting. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: School Board prepares agenda for February 12 meeting

The Board held a workshop to review proposed agenda items for the upcoming February 12 meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

Mon Jan 8, 2024

Regular School Board Meeting

Board to vote on bond resolution for high school renovation and elementary security upgrades

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider a resolution authorizing bond issuance for high school renovation and elementary entrance security improvements. They will also vote on an early resignation benefit for a teacher, approve a tuition waiver, and receive updates on board goals and construction progress.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves bond issuance and new policies on grading and religion

The Board approved a resolution for the issuance of bonds and the reimbursement of certain expenditures. New policies regarding grading and teaching about religion were adopted, and revisions to policies on public participation, open enrollment, and patriotic exercises were approved for second reading. The Board also approved an early resignation benefit for one instructor.

Thu Jan 4, 2024

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

Workshop to build Jan 8 school board agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board builds the agenda for the upcoming January 8 school board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board reviewed proposed agenda for January 8, 2024, meeting

The School Board held a workshop to review topics for the upcoming January 8 meeting. No topics were added or removed from the proposed agenda. The session focused on reviewing upcoming reports, policy readings, and district updates.