Lake Washington School District public meetings in 2022

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board voted unanimously to approve a consent agenda including minutes, a human resources report, and routine items. The board also approved federal Perkins grant applications totaling $141,585 for career and technical education programs. No public comments were signed up for the meeting.

• Approved 2022-23 Perkins grant applications: $114,258 for district and $27,327 for WANIC Skills Center
• Approved updates to policy OE-4 (Personnel Administration) on equitable hiring and retention
• Approved December 5, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Approved minutes from November 21 board meeting and study session

The Board approved several monitoring reports for operational expectations and the 2022-23 federal and state remediation program applications. The consent agenda was passed, which included personnel policy updates and the acceptance of donations. The Superintendent provided an update on snow-day closure procedures.

• Approved December 5, 2022 agenda
• Approved November 21, 2022 board meeting and study session minutes
• Approved December 5, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Approved 2022-23 Federal Perkins Application and Districtwide 5-Year Plan
• Approved updates to Personnel Administration policy OE-4
• Accepted December 5, 2022 donations
• Approved Board Summaries for monitoring reports OE-5, OE-6, OE-7, and OE-10
• Approved monitoring report OE-11 Instructional Program

Study Session - 4:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors holds a study session to receive information and provide input on the LWSD boundary process and grading policy. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only. The boundary process update includes considerations and options being evaluated for future attendance zones.

• Discussion of Grading Policy for secondary schools
• Update on LWSD Boundary Process with input from Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus
• Board to provide feedback on boundary options and considerations

The Board held a study session to review information on secondary assessing and grading and received an update on the Lake Washington Area Boundary Committee's work. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session.

Extended Study Session - 8:30 a.m.

The lake Washington School District board held an extended study session. Board members discussed a board assessment and received an informational update on the planning, design, and educational program for the 2022 levy school construction projects. No decisions were recorded; the session was informational and procedural.

• Board Assessment (discussion, information)
• 2022 Levy Projects update – planning, design, and program details

The Board reviewed WSSDA self-assessment results to identify governance goals. District leadership provided updates on the planning, design, and educational programming for 2022 Levy school construction projects. No formal votes were taken during this study session.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hear a presentation from Deputy Superintendents Scott Beebe and Matt Gillingham and Executive Director Shannon Hitch on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework focused on inclusionary pathways. The session covers district efforts to develop systems responding to students' academic and social-emotional needs and plans to increase elementary students' access to general education core instruction in 2023-24. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a study session for discussion and information.

• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS): Inclusionary Pathways overview and discussion, linked to board policies on mission, academic content, life skills, learning environment, instructional program, and anti-racism/equity.

The Board of Directors held a study session to review the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and inclusionary pathways. District leadership and pilot school stakeholders provided an overview of efforts to increase student access to general core instruction. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will vote on several consent agenda items, including interlocal agreements for a Safety Cooperative ($3,450) and a Regional Threat Assessment Cooperative ($55,620) with the Puget Sound Educational Service District, and a five-year fingerprint services agreement with Capital Region ESD 113. Public comments are scheduled on topics such as a Cascadia College trustee update and ICS focus week.

• Authorize superintendent to enter interlocal agreement for Regional Threat Assessment Cooperative 2022-23 at estimated $55,620
• Authorize superintendent to enter interlocal agreement for Safety Cooperative 2022-23 at estimated $3,450
• Authorize five-year fingerprint services interlocal with Capital Region ESD 113 (annual fee $600)
• Approve October 2022 vouchers
• Approve Human Resources Report and updates to 2022-23 salary schedule (substitutes)

The Board approved the 2022-23 legislative priorities and a consent agenda including October 2022 vouchers totaling $39,781,346.93. Several monitoring reports were approved, while proposed policy updates to personnel administration and instructional programs were tabled.

• Approved October 2022 vouchers totaling $39,781,346.93
• Approved 2022-23 LWSD Legislative Priorities
• Authorized Superintendent to enter Safety Cooperative and Regional Threat Assessment agreements with Puget Sound ESD
• Authorized Superintendent to enter fingerprinting services agreement with Capital Region ESD 113 (2022-2027)
• Adopted instructional materials curriculum
• Approved monitoring reports for OE-5 (Financial Planning), OE-6 (Financial Administration), and OE-7 (Asset Protection)
• Approved board summaries for OE-9 (Communication and Engagement) and OE-14 (Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion)
• Tabled policy updates for OE-4 (Personnel Administration) and OE-11 (Instructional Programs)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board was recognized as a 'Board of Distinction' by the Washington State School Directors' Association. It also approved a consent agenda including $111,936.56 in donations to multiple schools and out-of-endorsement waivers for two teachers. Public comments addressed budget/volunteering and policing in schools. A monitoring report on communication and engagement with the community was approved as compliant.

• Board named 'Board of Distinction' by WSSDA
• Accepted $111,936.56 in donations from PTOs and foundations
• Approved out-of-endorsement waivers for Carl Kittay (physics at Tesla STEM) and Cynthia Long (special education at Rockwell)
• Approved monitoring report for OE-9 Communication and Engagement
• Public comments on budget/volunteering and over-reliance on policing

The Board approved monitoring reports regarding community engagement and the student learning environment. Additionally, the Board approved summaries for reports on facilities and technology.

• Approved monitoring report OE-9, Communication and Engagement with the Community
• Approved monitoring report OE-10, Learning Environment / Treatment of Students
• Approved Board Summary for monitoring report OE-12, Facilities
• Approved Board Summary for monitoring report OE-13, Technology
• Approved November 7, 2022 consent agenda
• Approved out-of-endorsement teacher assignments for 2022-23
• Approved November 7, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Accepted November 7, 2022 donations

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a study session to receive updates and provide feedback on two main topics: the LWSD boundary process, which affects school attendance zones, and the development of the district's legislative platform for 2022-23. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information gathering.

• Discussion of draft legislative platform for 2022-23, presented by Legislative Board Representative Mark Stuart
• Update on LWSD boundary process, including evaluation of options and considerations, presented by Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus
• Board feedback sought on both topics to inform final decisions

The Board reviewed a draft Legislative Platform and received an update on the Lake Washington area attendance boundary committee. No formal votes were taken during this study session.

• Reviewed draft Legislative Platform for finalization on November 21, 2022
• Received update on attendance boundary reviews for elementary and middle schools feeding into Lake Washington High School

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will vote on the consent agenda, which includes a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Service Employees International Union covering instructional assistants, technical support specialists, and other staff. The agreement provides an average 15% wage increase for 2022-2023, adds Juneteenth as a paid holiday, and establishes a safety committee. The board will also adopt instructional materials including 'Pachinko' and 'Animal Farm', approve September 2022 vouchers, and hear public comments on topics such as OE-14, private healthcare specialists, and school resource officers.

• Approve SEIU 2022–2025 collective bargaining agreement (15% average wage increase for 2022-2023, Juneteenth holiday, safety committee)
• Adopt instructional materials: 20 copies of 'Pachinko' for grade 12 at Lake Washington High School ($10.99/copy), 20 copies of 'Animal Farm' for grade 7 at Northstar ($9.99/copy)
• Approve September 2022 vouchers
• Approve October 3, 2022 board meeting and study session minutes, and Human Resources report
• Public comments on OE-14, private healthcare specialists in schools, ending highly capable programs, and SROs

The Board approved the 2022–2025 SEIU Collective Bargaining agreement and adopted new instructional materials. It also authorized September 2022 vouchers totaling $38,006,686.23 and approved monitoring reports for facilities and technology.

• Approved September 2022 vouchers totaling $38,006,686.23
• Approved SEIU 2022–2025 Collective Bargaining agreement
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-12 (Facilities)
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-13 (Technology)
• Approved board summary for monitoring report Results-3 (Life and Global Citizenship Skills)
• Tabled review of monitoring report OE-8 (Communication and Counsel to the Board)
• Approved October 3, 2022 board meeting and study session minutes

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will hear a presentation on variables and community involvement related to school start times. The discussion is informational and aims to gather board input for a future recommendation. A planned review of board governance policies was postponed due to time.

• Discussion of school start time variables, evaluation process, and timeline for recommendations
• Board governance policy review (BSR, GC, OGP) postponed to a future meeting

The Board of Directors held a study session to receive a presentation on the School Start Times Committee. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors approved a consent agenda that includes an increase in Advanced Placement exam fees to $99 regular and $49.50 reduced, and authorized automatic annual adjustments. The board also heard extensive public comments, many opposing the district's equity policy (OE-14) and its impact on gifted and advanced programs.

• Approved AP exam fee increase: $99 regular, $49.50 reduced for 2022-23
• Accepted donations as attached in the consent agenda
• Approved Human Resources Report
• Heard 30+ public comments on equity policy, SROs, and gifted program proportionality

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included fee increases for Advanced Placement tests. Additionally, the Board approved monitoring reports and indicator updates for policies regarding anti-racism, equity, and the student learning environment.

• Approved October 3, 2022 consent agenda (Motion Carries)
• Approved AP test fee increases and automatic future adjustments based on College Board charges plus a $2 administrative fee
• Approved monitoring report for OE-14 Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education (Motion Carries)
• Approved updates to reasonable interpretation and indicators for OE-10 Learning Environment and Treatment of Students (Motion Carries)
• Approved September 12, 2022 board meeting and study session minutes
• Approved October 3, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Approved board summary to monitoring report for OE-02

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors. The board will discuss the district's legislative priorities for 2022-23, informed by the WSSDA platform, and review board governance policies (BSR, GC, OGP) to identify areas for revision. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of LWSD legislative priorities for 2022-23, facilitated by Legislative Board Representative Mark Stuart
• Review of board governance policies (BSR, GC, OGP) led by President Bliesner

The Board discussed priorities for the 2023 legislative session to be grouped into themes. Staff will develop communication documents and videos once these priorities are finalized. No formal votes were taken during this session.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to receive an update on the process for adjusting school attendance boundaries, including timeline and community engagement. The board will also discuss prioritizing components of the WSSDA legislative platform in preparation for the General Assembly.

• Discussion of LWSD Boundary Process: data, timeline, committee work, community engagement for adjusting school attendance boundaries
• Discussion of WSSDA Legislative Platform Prioritization: board will prioritize components for legislative advocacy
• Study session is informational only; no votes are scheduled

The board held a study session to discuss the LWSD boundary process and the WSSDA legislative platform prioritization. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board approved a consent agenda including August 2022 vouchers, minutes, the 2022-23 salary schedules, and conditional certificates for two teachers (Devin Ensz at Rose Hill MS and Allie Moses at Frost Elementary). They also introduced a new student representative, Shivani Sama, and heard public comments on topics including school resource officers, school start times, and antiracism.

• Approved August 2022 vouchers (dollar amount not specified)
• Approved 2022-23 salary schedules and Human Resources report
• Approved conditional certificates for Devin Ensz (0.3 FTE, Digital Media, Rose Hill MS) and Allie Moses (1.0 FTE, Counselor, Frost Elementary)
• Public comments received on SROs/school safety, school start times, classified staff concerns, and antiracism
• Introduction of student representative Shivani Sama (Tesla STEM High School '24)

The Board approved the August 2022 vouchers totaling over $44.8 million and a collective bargaining agreement for educational support professionals for 2022-2025. The meeting also included the introduction of two new student representatives and a report on the district's layered safety and security program.

• Approved August 2022 vouchers totaling $44,809,525.70
• Approved 2022-2025 Lake Washington Educational Support Professionals Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approved September 12, 2022 Human Resources Report and 2022-23 Salary Schedules
• Authorized Interdistrict Cooperation agreements with Bellevue and Northshore school districts for Indian Education program 2022-23
• Approved monitoring report for Results-3: Life and Global Citizenship Skills
• Approved board summaries for monitoring reports OE-04, Personnel Administration
• Approved monitoring report for OE-2, Emergency Superintendent Succession
• Approved changes to the 2022-23 Board Meeting Schedule

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a study session focused on social-emotional learning (SEL) and student mental health supports. Deputy Superintendent Matt Gillingham and Director Johnny Phu will present on programs designed to support student development and behavioral health. No decisions or votes are scheduled; this is an information-gathering discussion.

• Presentation on social-emotional learning and behavioral health supports by district staff

The Board of Directors held a study session to discuss social/emotional learning and student mental health supports. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will vote on a consent agenda including resolutions for final acceptance and building commissioning of the Juanita High School Rebuild and Enlarge project, and a building commissioning report for the Lake Washington High School addition. The meeting also includes introductions of student representatives and a public comment period with topics such as budget, COVID, and school resource officers.

• Resolution No. 2342: Final acceptance of Juanita High School Rebuild and Enlarge project, contractor Cornerstone General Contractors
• Resolution No. 2341: Building commissioning report for Juanita High School Rebuild and Enlarge project by McKinstry
• Resolution No. 2343: Building commissioning report for Lake Washington High School Addition project
• Public comments on budget, COVID, LWHS lanyard ID policy, student involvement, school resource officers, education inclusivity, and counselor staffing
• Introduction of student representatives Evan Kurtz (Juanita High School) and Shivani Sama (Tesla STEM High School)

The Board officially adopted the 2022-23 budget and approved the Annual Work Plan of the Board. The Board also accepted final project completions for Juanita High School and Lake Washington High School. Several monitoring reports and policy interpretations were approved.

• Adopted 2022-23 Budget (Resolution No. 2340)
• Approved Final Acceptance for Juanita High School Rebuild and Enlarge project (Resolution No. 2342)
• Approved Final Acceptance for Lake Washington High School Addition project (Resolution No. 2344)
• Approved Monitoring Report OE-04 Personnel Administration with exceptions for 4.7, 4.10, and 4.11
• Approved Reasonable Interpretations and Indicators for OE-14 Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion in Education with modification to 14.8
• Approved board summaries for monitoring reports OE-05 and OE-06
• Approved Annual Work Plan of the Board (Governing Culture 6)
• Approved August 22, 2022 consent agenda

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

At this study session, the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will discuss a draft land acknowledgment statement, review audio/video protocols for future study sessions, and receive an update on the equity and family engagement department and administrative equity policy. The board aims to finalize the land acknowledgment and provide direction on protocols.

• Draft land acknowledgment statement review and discussion
• Discussion of audio/video protocols for study sessions
• Equity and Family Engagement Program and Department update
• Review of administrative equity policy developed in response to OE-14 (Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity, and Inclusion in Education)

The board held a study session to discuss land acknowledgement, session protocols, and the Equity and Family Engagement Program. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board held a public hearing on the proposed 2022-23 budget, which includes setting tax levies. The board also approved monitoring reports for financial planning and financial administration policies, and approved consent agenda items including vouchers for June and July 2022, minutes, and the human resources report.

• Public hearing on adoption of 2022-23 budget and Resolution No. 2340
• Approval of monitoring report for OE-05 Financial Planning
• Approval of monitoring report for OE-06 Financial Administration
• Approval of vouchers for June 2022 and July 2022
• Approval of Human Resources Report for August 8, 2022

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included vouchers for June and July 2022 and several sets of meeting minutes. Two financial monitoring reports were accepted and approved. A public hearing was held for the 2022-23 budget, with formal adoption scheduled for August 22, 2022.

• Approved June 2022 vouchers ($38,130,425.67)
• Approved July 2022 vouchers ($39,118,375.02)
• Approved June 27, 2022 special board meeting, study session, and board meeting minutes
• Approved August 8, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-5, Financial Planning
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-06, Financial Administration
• Tabled formal approval of OE-14 Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion in Education to 8/22/22

Special Board Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

This special board meeting is mainly procedural: opening, agenda approval, and adjournment. The board held a one-hour closed executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) to review the performance of a public employee, with no action taken afterward.

• Executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) to review performance of a public employee (no action taken)

The board convened for a special meeting and approved the agenda. The board entered an executive session to review the performance of a public employee, but no action was taken following that session.

• Approved June 27, 2022 agenda

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will consider consent items including approval of the 2022-2023 salary schedules and acceptance of $102,477.18 in donations. Non-consent items include a first reading of the 2022-23 budget and action on Resolution No. 2338 to purchase the Ray Property for Kamiakin Middle School. Public comment topics include inclusive practices, counseling staffing, and the new grading system.

• First reading of the 2022-23 budget; public hearing scheduled for August 8, 2022
• Action on purchase of Ray Property for Kamiakin Middle School via Resolution No. 2338
• Approval of 2022-2023 salary schedules
• Acceptance of $102,477.18 in donations for outdoor education, instruments, and equipment
• Request to OSPI for an emergency school closure waiver for Juanita High School (June 13 closure)

The Board approved the purchase of the Ray Property and adopted the Results-3 Life Skills and Citizenship standards. The 2022-23 budget draft was presented for first reading, with a public hearing scheduled for August 8.

• Approved purchase of Ray Property via Resolution No. 2338
• Adopted Results-3, Life Skills and Citizenship
• Approved June 27, 2022 Human Resources Report and 2022-2023 Salary Schedules
• Approved request to OSPI to excuse the closure of Juanita High School
• Approved board summaries for monitoring reports OE-10, OE-11, OE-12 and OE-13
• Accepted June 2022 donations
• Approved June 21, 2022 study session and board meeting minutes

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The board will review and provide feedback on OE-14 Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion indicators in preparation for a future first reading. This is a study session only; no votes or decisions will be taken.

• Discussion of OE-14 Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity, and Inclusion indicators for compliance

The Board of Directors held a study session to discuss OE-14, Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board is meeting to elect officers (president, vice president, legislative representative) for one-year terms and to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of May 2022 vouchers, minutes from June 6 meetings, and adoption of instructional materials such as 'The Handmaid's Tale' for AP English at Lake Washington High School. Public comments are scheduled on topics including mental health, making Eid a district holiday, grading policy, and equity.

• Election of Board President, Vice President, and Legislative Representative
• Public comments on mental health, Eid holiday, grading policy, and anti-racism/equity
• Approval of May 2022 vouchers
• Adoption of instructional materials: 'The Handmaid's Tale' (20 copies, $15.95 each) and APprenons
• Consent agenda includes minutes from June 6, 2022 study session and board meeting

The Board reorganized its leadership by electing a President, Vice President, and Legislative Representative. The Board also approved the May 2022 vouchers and the 2022-23 meeting schedule. No action was taken on the Results-3, Life Skills and Citizenship item.

• Elected Siri Bliesner as Board President (5-0)
• Elected Leah Choi as Board Vice President (5-0)
• Elected Mark Stuart as Legislative Representative (5-0)
• Approved May 2022 vouchers totaling $36,499,378.96 (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2022 study session and board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted instructional materials as presented (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 board meeting schedule (5-0)

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will review and provide feedback on OE-14 (Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion) indicators to prepare for a future first reading. The board will also discuss Operational Governance Policy OGP-03 regarding board meetings.

• Discussion of OE-14 Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion indicators for compliance
• Review and discussion of Operational Governance Policy OGP-03 on board meetings

The board held a study session focused on OE-14, Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors. The sole substantive topic is a discussion of the budget and strategic planning process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Discussion of Budget and Planning Process (PDF attachment only)

The Board of Directors met for a study session to discuss the budget and planning process. No substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board approved a proclamation titled 'Safety And The Prevention Of Gun Violence In Our Schools' and recognized recipients of the 2022 PTSA Scholarships. Public comments addressed mental health education, school safety, and school resource officers. The board also approved a consent agenda including a human resources report and donations totaling $139,024.51 to various schools.

• Approved proclamation 'Safety And The Prevention Of Gun Violence In Our Schools'
• Recognized 2022 PTSA Scholarship recipients for graduating seniors and staff
• Public comments on youth mental health, school safety, and SROs in schools
• Accepted donations totaling $139,024.51 from PTSAs and foundations to multiple schools
• Approved human resources report and minutes from previous meetings

The Board approved the 2022-2027 Six-Year Capital Facilities Plan and the Superintendent's recommendations for elementary school attendance boundaries. The Board also passed a proclamation on the prevention of gun violence in schools and approved several operational monitoring reports.

• Approved Board Proclamation: Safety And The Prevention Of Gun Violence In Our Schools (5-0)
• Adopted 2022-27 Six-Year Capital Facilities Plan (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Superintendent's recommendation for boundary adjustments and elementary school attendance areas (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2339 to surplus equipment, books, and vehicles (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved monitoring report OE-10, Learning Environment and Treatment of Students (5-0)
• Approved monitoring report OE-11, Instructional Program (5-0)
• Approved monitoring report OE-13, Technology (5-0)
• Approved emergency school closure waiver submittal to OSPI (4-0, 1 abstain)

Study Session - 4:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a study session to discuss the budget and strategic planning process. The meeting will be held remotely due to updated COVID-19 guidelines. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of Budget and Planning Process (attachment: Budget and Strategic Planning Process.pdf)

The Board held a study session to discuss the budget and planning process. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of April 2022 vouchers, adoption of instructional materials (textbooks and digital access) for various grades and subjects, and delegation of interscholastic activity authority to WIAA. Public comments were submitted regarding Emerson Daycare tuition. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy debates listed.

• Adoption of instructional materials: World History: Modern ($20/student, 70 copies for Redmond High), American Government ($155/student, 650 copies), Campbell Biology in Focus ($158/student, 350 copies), EntreCultures ($201/student, 950 copies), The Wild Robot ($8, 75 copies for Blackwell Elementary), A Raisin in the Sun ($6, quantity TBD)
• Approval of April 2022 vouchers (dollar amount not specified)
• Delegation of authority to Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) for 2022-23 via Resolution No. 2334
• Approval of minutes from May 9 study session, May 9 board meeting, and May 16 special board meeting
• Public comments on Emerson Daycare tuition and costs

The Board adopted a budget extension for the 2021-22 General Fund and approved a series of consent items including school fees and construction changes. A monitoring report for facilities was also approved.

• Increased 2021-22 General Fund appropriation from $501,362,207 to $520,462,207
• Approved April 2022 vouchers totaling $41,056,820.28
• Approved 2022-23 fees for Emerson Daycare, Associated Student Body, and Transportation
• Approved world language competency test fees ($0 for first test, cost-based for subsequent tests)
• Authorized construction Change Order No. 1 for Lake Washington High School Addition ($459,556 plus tax)
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Delegated interschool activities authority to WIAA and post-season play to KingCo Conference
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-12, Facilities

Special Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board is meeting in a special closed session to evaluate complaints or charges against a public officer or employee, and separately to review the performance of Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen. No board action will follow either executive session. The meeting is being held remotely due to recent noncompliance with in-person guidelines.

• 1-hour executive session to evaluate complaints or charges against a public officer or employee
• 1-hour executive session to review performance of Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen
• Meeting held remotely after recent noncompliance with in-person meeting guidelines; live-streamed on LWSD website

The board met for executive sessions to evaluate complaints against a public officer or employee and review the performance of Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen. No board action was taken following these sessions.

• Approved May 16, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will hold a study session to discuss the status, revisions, and indicators of the R-3 Life and Global Citizenship Skills framework. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order and adjournment. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of R-3 Status, Revisions & Indicators (life and global citizenship skills)
• Meeting held in-person with updated COVID-19 guidelines (no capacity limits, no distancing, face-covering requirements)
• Board notes past noncompliance and may return to remote meetings if venue guidance cannot be met
• Meeting livestreamed on LWSD website; audio available by phone

The Board held a study session to discuss R-3 status, revisions, and indicators. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will vote on a consent agenda including over $75,000 in PTSA donations for school programs and supplies. Public comments will address proposed Emerson Daycare tuition rates, and the daycare item has been removed from the consent agenda. The meeting also recognizes National School Nurse Day and announces the online school name.

• Donations: $17,150 from Environmental & Adventure School PTO for community projects
• Donations: $12,918.52 from Rachel Carson PTSA for sound system upgrade
• Donations: $9,574.15 from Mead PTSA for reading support and planners
• Public comments on proposed Emerson Daycare tuition rates
• Recognition of National School Nurse Day (May 11, 2022)

The Board approved the adoption of 6-12 social studies materials and established student representative positions. Several items, including Emerson Day Care fees and monitoring reports, were tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved 6-12 Social Studies textbook adoption (unanimous)
• Adopted Student Representative to the board position and process documents (unanimous)
• Approved Board Summaries for monitoring reports OE-8 and OE-9 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-23 School Meal Program Prices (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-23 Extended Day Care Fees (unanimous)
• Tabled Emerson Day Care Fees 2022-23 until May 23, 2022 (4-1)
• Tabled monitoring reports OE-10 and OE-11 until May 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled executive sessions for superintendent performance review and employee complaints (unanimous)

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors holds a study session to discuss OE-14, a policy on anti-racism, anti-discrimination, equity, and inclusion in education. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item. The meeting is held in-person with updated COVID-19 guidelines.

• Discussion of OE-14, Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education

The Board held a study session to discuss OE-14, Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education. No formal actions or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will consider approving the consent agenda, which includes the adoption of instructional materials: 2,800 copies of 'U.S. History American Stories, Survey' at $93 each from National Geographic Cengage. The board also holds public comments on high school start times and board member websites. The meeting will be held remotely due to noncompliance with in-person guidelines.

• Adoption of U.S. History American Stories, Survey textbook (2,800 copies, $93 each) from National Geographic Cengage
• Approval of March 2022 vouchers and human resources report
• Public comments on high school start times and board member websites
• Recognition of Arts in Education Month, School Nutrition Employee Week, and Teacher Appreciation Week
• Board meeting held remotely due to noncompliance with COVID-19 guidance

The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including March 2022 vouchers totaling over $38 million and changes to Director District boundaries. Several operational monitoring reports were approved, and the board adopted a collective bargaining agreement for theater technicians.

• Approved March 2022 vouchers totaling $38,015,935.16 (Unanimous)
• Adopted proposed changes to Director District boundaries in OGP-01 (Unanimous)
• Approved IATSE Theater Technician 2021-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2333 for WANIC Skill Center Capital Grant Projects (Unanimous)
• Approved monitoring report OE-08, Communication and Counsel to the Board (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved monitoring report OE-09, Communication and Engagement with the Community (Unanimous)
• Approved board summaries for monitoring reports OE-03, OE-07, R-1, and R-2 (Unanimous)
• Adopted instructional materials for use in district schools (Unanimous)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including approval of minutes, a human resources report, and adoption of instructional materials. The board will also read a proclamation for School Library Month and hear public comments on topics such as school start times, LGBTQ+ flags, and K9 training at Redmond High School.

• Adoption of instructional materials (RCW 28) as action item on consent agenda
• Public comment on later high school start times, LGBTQ+ flag display, K9 training, and mask mandates
• Proclamation declaring April 2022 as School Library Month
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 19, and 20, 2022 meetings
• Human Resources Report approval

The Board unanimously approved the March 28, 2022 agenda and a comprehensive consent agenda. Superintendent Dr. Holmen announced the re-establishment of a workgroup to study high school start times following extensive public comment. Proposed changes to school board legal status and director districts were reviewed and will be considered for action on April 18, 2022.

• Approved March 28, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including HR report, instructional materials adoption, and 2021-22 Online School SIP (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Facilities Study and Survey, Resolution No. 2331 (unanimous)
• Declared April 2022 as School Library Month
• Tabled action on OGP-01 changes to director districts until April 18, 2022

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This study session is a discussion, not a decision. The Board will review the Superintendent's interpretation and indicators for Operational Expectation 14 (OE-14) on anti-racism, anti-discrimination, equity, and inclusion. No formal action is taken; the item will return for board action in April 2022.

• Discussion of Superintendent's Interpretation and Indicators for OE-14 (Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education)
• Procedural items: call to order and adjournment

The Board held a study session to discuss OE-14, Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Study Session - 8:00 a.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors held a study session to review facility planning and the annual budget outlook. Staff presented information on the 2022 Building Excellence Levy, planned additions to Finn Hill, Kirkland, and Redmond middle schools, and long-term capacity needs. The board discussed fiscal impacts from the 2022 Educational Programs and Operations Levy and ongoing budget development. The agenda notes the district is evaluating space needs and tax implications to inform a potential 2024 bond measure.

• Review of the 2022 Building Excellence Levy and planned construction projects
• Updates on middle school additions at Finn Hill, Kirkland, and Redmond
• Planning for a 2024 bond measure to address school capacity and aging facilities
• Discussion of the 2022 Educational Programs and Operations Levy and annual budget outlook

The Board of Directors conducted a study session to discuss facility planning and budget planning. No formal decisions were recorded during this session.

Study Session - 8:00 a.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board held a study session to review a draft land acknowledgement statement and next steps with tribal leadership. It examined the superintendent's interpretation and indicators for Operational Expectation 14 on anti‑racism, equity and inclusion, and gave feedback on a recommendation to add a student representative to the board. The board also discussed proposed changes to the Results‑3 Life Skills and Citizenship policy and reviewed Washington State’s newly adopted Profile of a Graduate. No formal actions were taken; the board will consider feedback and take action at future meetings.

• Draft historical land acknowledgement statement for collaboration with tribal leadership
• Superintendent’s interpretation and indicators for OE‑14 anti‑racism, equity and inclusion
• Recommendation to create a student representative position on the board
• Proposed policy changes to Results‑3 Life Skills and Citizenship
• Review of Washington State’s Profile of a Graduate

The board held a study session to discuss several topics, including land acknowledgement and equity in education. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Lake Washington School District Board held a remote meeting on March 7, 2022 due to recent noncompliance with in-person guidelines. The agenda included recognitions for National Board Certified Teachers and a proclamation for Education Support Professionals Week. Public comment focused primarily on mask and vaccine mandates, with 12 televised speakers and 29 written comments submitted.

• Recognition of 4 teachers receiving first-time National Board Certification and 22 receiving renewal certification
• Proclamation designating March 14–18, 2022 as Education Support Professionals Week
• Board decided to continue remote meetings due to noncompliance at prior meetings
• Public comments included topics: mask mandates, vaccine mandates, school start times, and a Chinese New Year incident at Blackwell Elementary
• Meeting held remotely; public could attend via live stream or phone

The Board approved several construction change orders for elementary school additions and authorized the condemnation of a parking lot adjacent to the Resource Center. The Board also adopted instructional materials and approved multiple monitoring reports.

• Approved February 2022 vouchers totaling $37,070,042.83
• Approved construction Change Order No. 1 for Mark Twain Elementary School Addition ($606,686 plus sales tax)
• Approved construction Change Order No. 1 for Rose Hill Elementary School Addition ($611,436 plus sales tax)
• Approved construction Change Order No. 1 for Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Addition ($567,507 plus sales tax)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2330 to condemn or acquire a parking lot adjacent to the Resource Center (4-0-1)
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-7, Asset Protection
• Approved monitoring report for Results-2, Academic Content Knowledge and Skill
• Adopted Resolution No. 2329 declaring equipment and books as surplus

Study Session - 5:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a remote study session following updated COVID‑19 meeting guidelines. Board members will receive an update on the 6‑12 social studies textbook adoption process, with a final recommendation to be voted on later in the year. They will also hear an update on the district’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports for academic and behavioral needs. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Remote meeting conducted per Proclamation 20‑28.15 and Miscellaneous Venues guidance
• Update on the 6‑12 social studies textbook adoption process
• Update on the district’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports

The Board conducted a remote study session to discuss district textbook adoption and student support systems. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

This is a study session held remotely due to COVID-19 noncompliance. The board will discuss land acknowledgments with Mary L. Wilber, Program Administrator for the Native American Education Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational only.

• Discussion of Lake Washington School District Land Acknowledgement Training with guest Mary L. Wilber

The Board of Directors met remotely to discuss Lake Washington School District Land Acknowledgement Training. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Special Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Lake Washington School District board is voting on Resolution No. 2328 to confirm the sale of the Rose Hill Property (Site 27) to DR Horton. The property was declared surplus years ago due to a city setback requirement from a gas pipeline. The meeting is held remotely due to recent noncompliance at in-person meetings and ongoing COVID-19 guidelines.

• Sale of Rose Hill Property (Site 27) to DR Horton via Resolution No. 2328
• Meeting held remotely after noncompliance with in-person attendance rules
• Board approves agenda and reviews upcoming meeting schedule
• Public can livestream or call in: 425-936-2813 / Conference ID 37127

The Board adopted Resolution No. 2328 to confirm the sale of the Rose Hill Property (Site 27). The resolution authorizes the Superintendent or Associate Superintendent of Business and Support Services to sign closing documents.

• Approved February 28, 2022 agenda
• Adopted Resolution No. 2328 to sell Rose Hill Property (Site 27)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a remote meeting with items including approval of January 2022 vouchers, consent agenda items such as minutes from previous meetings and a human resources report, and proclamations for National School Counseling Week and Career & Technical Education Month. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or budget items.

• Proclamation designating February 7-11, 2022 as National School Counseling Week
• Proclamation designating February 1-28, 2022 as Career & Technical Education Month
• Approval of January 2022 vouchers
• Approval of minutes from January 24 study session, January 24 board meeting, and January 31 special board meeting
• Approval of February 7, 2022 Human Resources Report

The Board unanimously approved the January 2022 vouchers totaling $41,560,331.74 and authorized the acquisition of a parking lot for the Resource Center. Additionally, the Board approved 2021-22 School Improvement Plans and an interlocal agreement for solid waste management with Kirkland and Redmond.

• Approved January 2022 vouchers totaling $41,560,331.74 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2323 to acquire Resource Center parking lot
• Approved 2021-2022 School Improvement Plans (SIP) (Unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Kirkland and Redmond for solid waste management (Unanimous)
• Approved OE-3 Monitoring Report regarding Treatment of Community Stakeholders (Unanimous)
• Approved R-1 Monitoring Report regarding District Mission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Leah Choi as liaison to the Lake Washington Schools Foundation
• Approved February 7, 2022 agenda (Unanimous)

Study Session - 6:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The board will discuss adjustments to director district boundaries using new census data and review redistricting options. The meeting is held remotely due to recent noncompliance with in-person guidelines. No votes are expected; this is a study session.

• Review of Director District Boundaries using most recent census data; staff will present redistricting options

The Board of Directors met remotely to discuss director district boundaries. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed review of Director Districts Boundaries

Special Board Meeting - 4:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a special remote meeting primarily to conduct two executive sessions: one to consider selecting a site or acquiring real estate, and another to review the performance of Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen. The meeting is procedural and closed to the public, with no votes scheduled on policy or budget items.

• Executive session to consider selection of a site or acquisition of real estate by lease or purchase (30 min)
• Executive session to review performance of Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen (30 min)
• Meeting held remotely due to noncompliance at prior in-person meetings
• Public can live-stream or call in: 425-936-2813 / Conference ID 37127

The board met remotely to conduct executive sessions regarding real estate and superintendent performance. No substantive board actions were taken following these sessions.

• Approved January 31, 2022 agenda

Study Session - 5:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The Board will review the Fastbridge academic assessment system and the Panorama survey system. Additionally, staff will present options for adjusting Director District Boundaries based on recent census data.

• Review of Fastbridge academic assessment system
• Review of Panorama survey system
• Discussion of Director District Boundary adjustments and redistricting options

The Board of Directors met remotely to discuss Fastbridge and Panorama assessment tools. No formal votes or decisions were recorded. The review of Director Districts Boundaries was deferred to a future meeting.

• Discussed Fastbridge and Panorama assessment tools
• Deferred review of Director Districts Boundaries

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. (Meeting to be held remotely)

The board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of December 2021 vouchers, minutes from previous meetings, a human resources report, and adoption of new instructional materials for district schools. The meeting will be held remotely due to noncompliance at prior in-person meetings. The board will also recognize January as School Board Appreciation Month.

• Approval of December 2021 vouchers
• Adoption of instructional materials as recommended by the Instructional Materials Committee
• Approval of December 2021 study session and board meeting minutes
• Approval of January 24, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Recognition of board members with certificates for School Board Appreciation Month

The Board approved the December 2021 vouchers and adopted new instructional materials. The Superintendent announced a reconsideration of the decision to close the Emerson Daycare program, with a fee schedule update expected in spring. President Eric Laliberte appointed Mark Stuart to the Eastside Human Services Forum.

• Approved December 2021 vouchers totaling $38,056,354.82 (General Fund), $539,016.82 (Capital Fund), and $51,215.62 (ASB)
• Adopted instructional materials for use in Lake Washington Schools
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Seattle for non-800MHz 2-Way Radio Equipment
• Approved January 24, 2022 Human Resources Report
• Approved minutes for December 4, December 6 Study Sessions, and December 6 Board Meeting
• Accepted January 24, 2022 donations
• Appointed Mark Stuart to represent LWSD on the Eastside Human Services Forum
• Approved January 24, 2022 agenda