Lake Washington School District public meetings in 2020

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will consider approving consent agenda items including November vouchers, minutes, a human resources report, and donations totaling $47,286.13. The board will also hear a math update on K-5 curriculum adoption, middle school course pathways, and the Fastbridge math assessment. An executive session for potential litigation is scheduled for 45 minutes.

• Donations total $47,286.13 from InvestED ($6,080 for digital equity), Juanita Schools Foundation ($13,596.50 for Juanita Elementary), anonymous donor ($25,000 for EAS outdoor education), Timberline Middle PTSA ($1,109.63 for library books), and Juanita Booster Club ($1,500 for music subscriptions)
• Approval of November 2020 vouchers
• Math update on elementary curriculum adoption, middle school pathways, and Fastbridge assessment
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation (closed to public, 45 minutes)
• Public comment procedures due to pandemic: written by email, televised via Teams, or voice mail

The board approved the December 14 consent agenda, which included November 2020 vouchers totaling $41,623,500.78 for the General Fund. The board also approved the Human Resources Report, donations, and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved November 2020 General Fund vouchers totaling $41,623,500.78
• Approved November 2020 Capital Fund vouchers totaling $895,644.03
• Approved November 2020 ASB vouchers totaling $9,087.41
• Approved November 2020 Private Purpose Trust Fund vouchers totaling $2,499.90
• Approved November 23 study session minutes
• Approved November 23 board meeting minutes
• Approved December 14, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Accepted December 14, 2020 donations

Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board meeting on Nov 23, 2020 will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approval of previous meeting minutes and a Human Resources Report. The board will adopt a set of instructional materials for district‑wide use, covering titles such as Whitebox Learning, Introduction to Sociology, MyLife for Schools (minimum $3,500), and Stamped: Racism, Antiracism and You ($18.99). The board will also approve the 2020‑21 renewal applications for Federal and State remediation programs, authorizing estimated Perkins allocations of $119,306 for the district package and $30,906 for the Skill Center package.

• Adopt instructional materials including Whitebox Learning, Introduction to Sociology, MyLife for Schools ($3,500 minimum) and Stamped: Racism, Antiracism and You ($18.99)
• Approve 2020‑21 Perkins renewal: $119,306 initial allocation for district package, $30,906 for Skill Center package
• Approve Human Resources Report for Nov 23, 2020
• Approve minutes from Nov 9, 2020 study session and board meeting
• Approve agenda for the meeting

The Board approved the 2021 Legislative Priorities and adopted new instructional materials. A consent agenda was passed including the approval of various district reports, donations, and performance indicators. The Board also received an update from the Return to School Taskforce.

• Approved 2021 Legislative Priorities
• Adopted instructional materials for use in Lake Washington schools
• Approved November 23, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Approved 2020-21 renewal applications for Federal Perkins Application and District-wide 5-Year Plan
• Approved Reasonable Interpretation and Indicators for Results-1 (Mission), Results-2 (Academic Content Knowledge & Skills), and Results-3 (Life Skills & Citizenship)
• Approved November 23, 2020 Donations
• Approved November 9, 2020 study session and board meeting minutes

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session on November 23, 2020. The primary topic is the development of an Operational Expectation Policy focused on equity. The meeting will be live-streamed due to pandemic restrictions.

• Operational Expectation Policy Development - Equity

The Board of Directors held a study session to discuss Operational Expectation Policy Development for equity. No formal decisions were recorded.

Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The board will take action on a consent agenda approving October 2020 vouchers, minutes, human resources report, and the OE-2 Emergency Superintendent Succession monitoring report. Informational updates will be provided on staffing for 2020-21, the equity professional learning plan, and business and support services. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with no in-person public comment.

• Approve October 2020 vouchers
• Approve OE-2 Emergency Superintendent Succession monitoring report
• Approve November 9, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Approve November 9, 2020 donations
• Staffing update for 2020-21 school year

The board approved the consent agenda, which included October 2020 vouchers, previous meeting minutes, and a human resources report. Members also received updates on business services, staffing recruitment, and equity professional learning.

• Approved October 2020 vouchers
• Approved October 26, 2020 Study Session minutes
• Approved October 26, 2020 Board Meeting minutes
• Approved November 9, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Approved OE-2 Emergency Superintendent Succession Monitoring report
• Approved November 9, 2020 donations

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

This study session includes a discussion on the 2021 legislative priorities for the Lake Washington School District, along with development of an operational expectation policy on equity. The board will also hold an executive session regarding real estate acquisition or lease, but no action will be taken following it.

• Discussion of 2021 Legislative Priorities (attached platform PDF included)
• Operational Expectation Policy Development - Equity
• Executive session to consider real estate site selection or lease

The Board of Directors held a study session to discuss operational expectation policy development regarding equity and 2021 legislative priorities. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board approved a consent agenda that included minutes, a human resources report, conditional teacher certificates, out-of-endorsement assignments, and a contract amendment for the Benjamin Franklin Elementary School addition project. The meeting also included a public comment period with remote options due to COVID-19, followed by a study session and executive session on real estate matters.

• Approval of GC/CM Contract Amendment No. 4 for Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Addition Project
• Approval of conditional certificates for two teachers (Alexandra Magnani at Bell, Iran Mederos Vazquez at EMS)
• Approval of out-of-endorsement assignments for eight teachers across multiple schools
• Human Resources Report for October 26, 2020 approved as part of consent agenda
• Public comment accepted via email, televised Microsoft TEAMS, or phone voicemail

The Board approved a consent agenda including contract modifications for four school addition projects and the adoption of instructional materials. The meeting also included reports on student enrollment, capital technology, and remote learning updates.

• Approved Benjamin Franklin Elementary Addition Amendment No. 4 for $1,431,497 plus sales tax
• Approved Mark Twain Elementary Addition Amendment No. 4 for $1,750,427 plus sales tax
• Approved Rose Hill Elementary Addition Amendment No. 4 for $2,383,318 plus sales tax
• Approved Lake Washington High School Addition Amendment No. 7 for $926,994 plus sales tax
• Adopted instructional materials for use in district schools
• Approved October 26, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Approved conditional certificate applications and out-of-endorsement assignments for teachers
• Accepted October 26 donations

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session featuring training on the new BoardDocs agenda management system and an executive session to consider the selection of a site or acquisition of real estate by lease or purchase, including minimum pricing. No board action will be taken after the executive session.

• Executive session to consider real estate acquisition or lease, including minimum price
• BoardDocs training for board members
• Meeting held remotely with live stream

The board received training on the Board Docs management system. Members met in executive session to consider real estate acquisition, lease, or sale options. No public votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Received training on Board Docs management system
• Held executive session regarding real estate selection, acquisition, and pricing

Regular Board Meeting

The board will hear an update from the Return to School Taskforce and hold a study session on equity policy development and the 2020-21 budget. Consent agenda items include approving September 2020 vouchers, minutes, HR report, donations, and reasonable interpretations for OE-10 (Learning Environment) and OE-11 (Instructional Program).

• Return to School Taskforce Update (information)
• Study session on Operational Expectation Policy Development – Equity and 2020-21 Budget Update
• Approval of Reasonable Interpretations and Indicators for OE-10, Learning Environment/Treatment of Students
• Approval of Reasonable Interpretations and Indicators for OE-11, Instructional Program
• Approval of September 2020 vouchers and acceptance of donations

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the September 2020 vouchers and the October 5 Human Resources Report. Members also approved reasonable interpretations and indicators for the learning environment and instructional program for 2020-21. Superintendent Jon Holmen provided an update on the return of K-1 students to in-person learning.

• Approved September 2020 vouchers including $40,110,073.16 in electronic transfers
• Approved September 14 board meeting and study session minutes
• Approved October 5, 2020 Human Resources Report
• Approved Reasonable Interpretations and Indicators - OE-10, Learning Environment/Treatment of Students, 2020-21
• Approved Reasonable Interpretations and Indicators - OE-11, Instructional Program, 2020-21
• Accepted October 5 donations

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board held a study session to discuss a budget update for the 2020-21 school year and a proposed board equity policy, including an example governance equity policy. No votes were taken; the meeting was solely for discussion.

• Budget update for 2020-21 school year
• Discussion of board equity policy
• Review of example equity governance policy

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will receive updates on technology and plans for returning to school, likely addressing COVID-19 adjustments. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Technology update on return-to-school
• Return to school update
• Public comments period
• Approval of September 14, 2020 minutes

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will hold a study session to discuss integrating student perspectives into board decision-making. The board will also review the official minutes from this study session, which are slated for approval at a future board meeting.

• Discussion of how to incorporate student voice into board work
• Review of draft minutes from the August 24, 2020 study session

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the 2020-21 draft budget and a presentation on equity in the district. Public comments will be heard. The board folder includes governance goals and administrative policies.

• 2020-21 Draft Budget (F-195) for review
• 2020-21 Draft Budget Summary updated 8/17/20
• Equity in LWSD presentation
• Childcare-related equity presentation attachment
• Board governance goals and policies (GC-6, OE-04, OE-05, OE-06)

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will consider the 2020‑21 Draft Budget (F‑195) and its summary, receive a Return to School update, and hear a presentation on the COVID‑19 Safety Plan. The board will also approve the official minutes from the August 10, 2020 meeting.

• 2020‑21 Draft Budget (F‑195)
• 2020‑21 Draft Budget Summary
• Return to School Update
• COVID‑19 Safety Plan
• Approval of August 10 official minutes

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss a return-to-school update and a presentation on School Resource Officers. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and consideration of the board folder.

• Return to School Update
• SRO Board Presentation
• Public Comments
• Minutes approval

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board holds a study session to review results monitoring and indicators for the 2020-21 school year. Topics include the district's mission, academic content knowledge, and life/global citizenship skills. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation on Results Monitoring for 2020-21 related to district mission and academic goals
• Discussion of Results Indicators covering R-1 Mission, R-2 Academic Content, and R-3 Life/Global Citizenship Skills
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors is holding a study session to receive presentations and updates. Items include a presentation from the SRO Task Force on school resource officers, a report from the City of Kirkland on the SRO Task Force, and recommendations from the Facility Advisory Committee (FAC) including interim draft recommendations. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• SRO Task Force presentation on school resource officer program
• SRO Task Force report from City of Kirkland
• Facility Advisory Committee recommendations
• Facility Advisory Committee interim draft recommendations

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board is meeting to discuss a return-to-school update, likely related to COVID-19 planning, and a presentation on the Juanita High School mascot. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comments, and the board folder. No votes are explicitly listed.

• Return to School Update (file: 200713ReturntoSchoolUpdate.pdf)
• Juanita High School Mascot Presentation (file: JuanitaHighSchoolMascot.pdf)
• Public Comments (file: July13PublicCommentsCombined.pdf)
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Board folder review

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District board. The agenda consists solely of consent agenda items: approval of the agenda, board folder, minutes, and public comments. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed beyond these routine procedural matters.

• Consent agenda includes approval of the meeting agenda
• Consent agenda includes approval of the board folder
• Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes
• Consent agenda includes compilation of public comments

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will discuss and potentially act on the 2020-21 draft budget and summary. The meeting also includes presentations on ELA materials adoption and a return to school update.

• 2020-21 draft budget (F-195) and summary
• Budget presentation
• ELA materials adoption presentation for grades 6-8
• Return to school update

Study Session - 8:00 a.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District Board, held remotely, to discuss the Board Annual Work Plan. No votes or decisions are expected; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of Board Annual Work Plan

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a remote study session to discuss two topics: planning for the return to school (likely related to COVID-19) and budget and strategic planning. These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of Return to School Planning (file attached)
• Discussion of Budget and Strategic Planning (file attached)
• Meeting held remotely

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will discuss the Capital Facilities Plan, receive a facilities update, and review summer programs. They will also consider PTSA scholarship awards and monitor progress on the district's mission.

• PTSA Scholarship Awards 2020
• Capital Facilities Plan 2020 presentation
• Facilities Update
• Summer Programs board policy
• Results-1 Monitoring of district mission

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will meet to receive updates and presentations on several topics, including the adoption of new English Language Arts materials for grades 6-12, the Transition Academy, preschool programs, and a facility update for Juanita High School. No voting or decision items are listed; the meeting appears informational and procedural.

• 6-12 ELA Adoption Update — presentation on new curriculum materials
• Transition Academy Presentation — program overview
• Preschool Presentation — program update
• JHS Facility Update — Juanita High School facility status
• R-2 Board Monitoring Report — academic content monitoring

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will receive a report on high school grading, an update from the Faculty Advisory Committee, and a facility update for Juanita High School. The board also will discuss OE-07 Asset Protection goals and consider approving previous meeting minutes.

• High School Grading Report presented by the superintendent
• Faculty Advisory Committee update
• Facility update for Juanita High School (JHS)
• OE-07 Asset Protection goals in Board Folder
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will review the meeting agenda, board folder, and minutes. They will receive a superintendent report on remote learning and a legislative update. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Agenda review
• Board folder review
• Minutes review
• Remote learning update
• Legislative update

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

This is a regular board meeting with only procedural items on the agenda: approval of the meeting agenda, review of the board folder, and approval of prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Review of Board Folder (attached PDF)
• Approval of April 13, 2020 meeting minutes

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a regular meeting featuring presentations on special education and technology support systems. No votes or decisions are noted; the agenda consists of routine items and informational updates.

• Special Education Presentation with Safety Net Closure updates
• Technology Support Systems Presentation on access and technology supports
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Regular Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

This meeting covers only procedural items: approving the agenda, reviewing the board folder, and approving prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

Study Session - 4:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board holds a study session to receive a presentation on the district closure and review meeting minutes. The agenda is limited to these two items.

• Presentation on district closure (attached update document)
• Approval of study session minutes from March 23, 2020

Special Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

This is a special board meeting with only procedural items: adopting the meeting agenda and approving minutes from a prior study session. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Adoption of the meeting agenda for March 23, 2020 special board meeting
• Approval of study session minutes from March 23, 2020

Special Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

This special board meeting of the Lake Washington School District has only two procedural items: approval of the meeting agenda and approval of the minutes from a prior special board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of meeting agenda for March 17, 2020 special board meeting
• Approval of special board meeting minutes (file attached)

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board is holding a study session to discuss the district closure from March 12 to April 24, 2020 due to the coronavirus, and to receive updates on the superintendent search process. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of district closure (March 12 - April 24, 2020) due to coronavirus
• Update on superintendent search process
• Review and approval of previous study session minutes

Special Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

This is a special board meeting of the Lake Washington School District held to discuss the superintendent search process. The agenda includes adoption of the meeting agenda and approval of minutes from a previous meeting. No decisions or other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of the superintendent search process

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

This is a regular board meeting with only procedural items on the agenda. The board will consider approval of the meeting agenda, review the board folder (which typically contains consent items and reports), and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive policy, budget, or contract decisions are listed.

• Approval of meeting agenda
• Review of board folder (consent items and reports)
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This study session agenda contains only one item: approval of the minutes from a prior meeting. No policy decisions, budget items, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of Study Session minutes from March 9, 2020

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District. The only item on the agenda is approval of the minutes from a previous meeting. No other business is scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Approval of study session minutes from February 24, 2020

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will consider approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The board will discuss OE-02 Emergency Superintendent Succession policy as part of the board folder. They will also review School Improvement Plans (SIPs) for elementary, middle, and high schools, and receive a legislative update.

• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Board folder item OE-02 Emergency Superintendent Succession
• School Improvement Plans for elementary schools (2019-2020)
• School Improvement Plans for middle schools (2019-2020)
• School Improvement Plans for high schools (2019-2020)

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a facility update. No other substantive items are listed.

• Facility update presentation

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board is holding a study session with only one action item: approval of minutes from the prior study session. No other business, proposals, or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of StudySessionMinutes021020.pdf

Study Session - 8:30 a.m.

This is a study session where the board will discuss a bond update and an equity presentation. They will also consider a combined reasonable interpretation of outcomes OE5 through OE13. No votes or final decisions are scheduled.

• Bond update presentation
• Equity update presentation
• Combined reasonable interpretation of outcomes OE5-OE13
• Approval of prior meeting minutes