Lake Washington School District public meetings in 2023

Study Session - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors is holding a study session devoted entirely to governance training. Outside consultants will provide training on Coherent Governance, including foundations, case studies, and monitoring board and superintendent performance. The board will identify areas for continued development. No votes or decisions on district operations are scheduled.

• School Board Governance Training with outside consultants on Coherent Governance
• Topics include foundations of good governance, case studies, and monitoring with precision
• Board to identify areas for continued training development

The board conducted a study session focused on School Board Governance Training provided by Linda Dawson and Randy Quinn. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded during this session.

Special Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board voted to open a formal investigation into Board Director Mark Stuart regarding potential violations of Board Policy and state law. The board also approved the November 27 agenda. The investigation is not a finding of wrongdoing but aims to clarify facts via an outside investigator.

• Board voted 4-0 (Stuart abstaining) to investigate Director Mark Stuart for potential policy and law violations
• Investigation will be conducted by an outside investigator to produce a comprehensive report
• Motion made by Eric Laliberte, seconded by Lisa Guthrie

The Board of Directors voted to open an investigation into the conduct of Board Director Mark Stuart. The investigation concerns potential violations of Board Policy and the Revised Codes of Washington related to a Public Officer.

• Approved December 6, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved investigation into conduct of Director Mark Stuart (4-0, 1 abstention)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board administers the oath of office to three directors re-elected in November, then opens a 30-minute public comment period with 38 speakers addressing topics including the Israel/Palestine conflict, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and school policies. The board also approves the consent agenda, which includes minutes from previous meetings and a human resources report.

• Oath of office administered to directors Eric Laliberte (District #1), Lisa Guthrie (District #2), and Lindsey Yocum (District #5)
• 38 public comment speakers signed up, including topics on Israel/Palestine, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and student safety
• Written public comments submitted by staff on removal of Running Start funding for high school counselors
• Consent agenda approved including minutes from Nov. 20, Nov. 20 study session, and Nov. 27 special board meeting
• Human Resources Report approved as part of consent agenda

The Board approved several construction contract amendments for middle school additions and administered the oath of office to three directors. Other approved items included the human resources report, out-of-endorsement teacher assignments, and various monitoring reports.

• Administered oath of office to Directors Eric Laliberte, Lisa Guthrie, and Lindsey Yocum
• Approved $1,093,837 contract amendment for Finn Hill Middle School Addition (Total GMP: $13,377,034 plus sales tax)
• Approved $519,335 contract amendment for Kirkland Middle School Addition (Total GMP: $4,943,557 plus sales tax)
• Approved $157,582 contract amendment for Redmond Middle School Addition (Total GMP: $12,141,911 plus sales tax)
• Approved Human Resources Report
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignments for teachers for 2023-2024 school year
• Approved monitoring reports for Personnel Administration (OE-4), Financial Administration (OE-6), and Asset Protection (OE-7)
• First reading of Administrative Policy 2410P: Graduation Requirements conducted (approval tabled for future meeting)

Study Session - 5:30 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to discuss two policy updates: OE-3 (Treatment of Community Stakeholders) and OE-9 (Communication and Engagement with the Community). The board will work with staff to identify values and set timelines for adoption in the 2024-25 school year. Additionally, the board will discuss attending the 2024 WASA/WSSDA/WASBO Legislative Conference and Day on the Hill, a planning event for influencing legislative priorities.

• Policy development: OE-3 (Treatment of Community Stakeholders) and OE-9 (Communication and Engagement with the Community) – discussion to set values and adoption timeline
• Discussion of attendance at the 2024 WASA/WSSDA/WASBO Legislative Conference and Day on the Hill (January 28-29)
• Meeting is a study session only; no votes or final decisions are scheduled

The Board held a study session to discuss the 2024 legislative conference and the development of community stakeholder and engagement policies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Special Board Meeting - 10:00 a.m.

This is a special board meeting consisting primarily of procedural items. The board will convene, approve the agenda, then enter a 60-minute executive session to evaluate complaints against a public officer or employee and discuss legal matters with counsel. No board action will follow the session; the meeting will adjourn after. The agenda contains no substantive public decisions or policy discussions.

• Executive session: 60 minutes to evaluate complaints against a public officer/employee and discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel

The board approved the meeting agenda and conducted two executive sessions. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved November 27, 2023 agenda (Motion Carries)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board held its regular meeting, hearing public comments on antisemitism, Islamophobia, and heating problems at Alcott Elementary. The board approved a consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, HR report, donations totaling $60,456.09, and adoption of new instructional materials for high schools.

• Public comments on antisemitism (3 speakers), Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism (3 speakers), and Alcott Elementary heating problems (1 speaker).
• Accepted donations totaling $60,456.09 from PTSAs, Lake Washington Schools Foundation, and Wolves Football Association Booster Club.
• Adopted three instructional materials: 'The 57 Bus' (Juanita HS, grade 12), 'Chickasaw Adventures' (Eastlake HS, grade 9), and 'American Born Chinese' (12 copies).
• Approved consent agenda including October 2023 vouchers, meeting minutes, and Human Resources report.
• Recognized Director Siri Bliesner, District 5.

The Board approved a consent agenda including $46.4 million in vouchers and the adoption of instructional materials. It also passed a resolution for board member compensation to take effect in December 2025. Several monitoring reports on financial administration, asset protection, and instructional programs were approved.

• Approved October 2023 vouchers totaling $46,414,445.23
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Approved 23-24 Legislative Priorities
• Approved monitoring reports for OE-6 Financial Administration and OE-7 Asset Protection
• Approved monitoring report for OE-11 Instructional Program
• Approved monitoring report for OE-5 Financial Planning
• Adopted Resolution No. 2352 for board compensation of $50 per day effective December 2025
• Approved November 6, 2023 Board Meeting and Study Session minutes

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will receive a recommendation from Superintendent Holmen on updating the Building Excellence Phase II plan, including project details, timing, and a long-term construction funding plan. Additionally, an update on the committee process evaluating the 7-period high school day will be presented. The meeting is a study session for discussion and direction, not final decisions.

• Superintendent to present recommendation for Building Excellence Phase II plan update with projects, timing, and funding
• Board to provide direction on long-term construction funding plan
• Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe to update on High School Student Day evaluation process and 7-period day data
• Informational update on high school day evaluation timeline and committee work
• Policy connections include OE-5, OE-6, OE-9, OE-12 for building plan and OE-9, OE-11, OE-14, R-1, R-2, OE-5, R-3 for high school day

The Board received a recommendation for Phase 2 of the Building Excellence Plan and an update on the High School Student Day Committee. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this study session.

• Received recommendation for Phase 2 Building Excellence Plan projects
• Received update on High School Student Day Committee evaluation

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board tabled Board Compensation Resolution No. 2362 to the Nov. 20 meeting. It approved a consent agenda including donations totaling $54,444.20, conditional certificates for three counselors, and changes to the meeting schedule. The board also heard public comments on antisemitism and Evergreen Middle School athletic field conditions.

• Tabled Board Compensation Resolution No. 2362 to Nov. 20 meeting
• Accepted donations totaling $54,444.20 from PTSA, PTO, and Lake Washington Schools Foundation
• Approved conditional certificates for three counselors at Redmond HS, Evergreen MS, Kamiakin MS
• Moved January 2024 extended study session from Jan. 27 to Feb. 3
• Heard public comments on antisemitism (6 speakers) and Evergreen athletic field (multiple written comments)

The Board approved monitoring reports and summaries regarding community engagement, student treatment, facilities, technology, and anti-discrimination. A resolution regarding board compensation was tabled until November 20, 2023. The board also approved a consent agenda including human resources reports and donations.

• Approved monitoring report for OE-9 Communication and Engagement with the Community
• Approved monitoring report for OE-10 Learning Environment / Treatment of Students
• Approved Board Summary for OE-12 Facilities
• Approved amended Board Summary for OE-13 Technology including AI and cyberbullying considerations
• Approved Board Summary for OE-14 Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education
• Tabled Board Compensation Resolution No. 2362 to November 20, 2023
• Approved consent agenda including HR report, donations, and meeting schedule changes
• Approved policy updates for Operational Expectations OE-5, OE-6, and OE-7

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will review and provide feedback on a draft of the district's 2024 Legislative Priorities, with a goal to finalize by November 10. They will also receive an update on the implementation of inclusionary practices in the district.

• Discussion and feedback on the 2024 Legislative Priorities draft (1,839 KB PDF attached)
• Update on inclusionary practices implementation and professional learning
• Board policy connection to Results 1-3 and OE-9, OE-10, OE-11, OE-14 for inclusionary practices

The Board of Directors discussed a draft of legislative priorities across five categories. No formal votes were taken during this study session; the legislative priorities document is scheduled for approval at the November 20 board meeting.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will meet to approve a consent agenda including a $653,440 construction change order for Benjamin Franklin Elementary, accept a $15,000 donation to the LINKS program, and approve out-of-endorsement teacher assignments. The board will also hear public comments on topics including Evergreen athletic field conditions, class size, and facilities.

• Construction Change Order No. 2 for Benjamin Franklin Elementary addition: $653,440, revised GMP $16,197,581
• Donation of $15,000 from Lake Washington Schools Foundation to LINKS program
• Out-of-endorsement teacher assignments for Halle Jacques (Mead Elementary) and Nevada Niesen-Groth (Bell Elementary)
• Public comments scheduled on Evergreen athletic field conditions, class size, and facilities
• Approval of September 2023 vouchers and prior meeting minutes

The Board approved several construction change orders for elementary school additions and authorized the redirection of 2022 Construction Levy funds. The Board also approved September 2023 vouchers totaling $42,829,625.71 and adopted new instructional materials.

• Approved $653,440 change order for Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Addition
• Approved $717,724 change order for Rose Hill Elementary School Addition
• Approved $307,441 change order for Rachel Carson Elementary School Addition
• Approved September 2023 vouchers totaling $42,829,625.71
• Adopted Resolution No. 2361 redirecting 2022 Construction Levy proceeds and matching funds
• Approved Board Summary for R-3 Life Skills and Global Citizenship
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for teachers for 2023-24

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will receive an update on the K-8 Highly Capable Program Review, including scope, timeline, and stakeholder engagement, and provide input. The board will also review a draft sustainability policy and give direction to Superintendent Holmen. No formal decisions will be made at this study session.

• Review of K-8 Highly Capable Program update from Associate Superintendent Dr. Rose and Director Arnone
• Discussion of draft sustainability policy (OE-15) and community feedback
• Board input on policy connections (OE-9, OE-10, OE-11, OE-14) for highly capable program
• Board to provide direction to Superintendent on next steps for sustainability policy
• Meeting is a study session with no votes or binding actions

The Board received an update on the K-8 Highly Capable Program Review and discussed a draft sustainability policy. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this study session.

• Reviewed K-8 Highly Capable Program Review update
• Discussed draft sustainability policy

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will consider a consent agenda including approval of August 2023 vouchers, minutes from prior meetings, two human resources reports, an out-of-endorsement teacher assignment waiver, and acceptance of $70,219.19 in donations from PTAs and foundations for playground equipment and stipends. The board will also authorize an interdistrict cooperative agreement for American Indian and Alaska Native K-12 students. No public comments were received for this meeting.

• Accept $53,738 from Rachel Carson PTSA for playground equipment at Rachel Carson Elementary
• Accept $10,000 from Ella Baker PTSA for playground equipment at Ella Baker Elementary
• Accept $6,480 from Juanita Elementary Schools Foundation for choir and technology stipends
• Approve out-of-endorsement assignment waiver for teacher Tally Dale at Redmond High School (special education long-term substitute)
• Authorize interdistrict cooperative agreement for American Indian and Alaska Native K-12 students for 2023-24

The Board approved a consent agenda including August 2023 vouchers totaling $39,801,994.37 and several policy updates. It also approved monitoring reports and interpretations for operational expectations OE-14, OE-12, and OE-13. A resolution to redirect construction levy funds for a gymnasium at Site 59 was deferred to the October 23 meeting.

• Approved August 2023 vouchers totaling $39,801,994.37
• Approved Interdistrict Cooperation agreements with Bellevue and Northshore school districts for Indian Education program 2023-24
• Approved updates to policies GC-05, GC-10, and B/SR-05
• Approved Board Summary for OE-2 Emergency Superintendent Succession
• Approved monitoring report for OE-14 Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education as compliant with exceptions
• Approved reasonable interpretation and indicators for OE-12
• Approved reasonable interpretation and indicators for OE-13
• Tabled approval of Board Summary for R-3 Life Skills and Global Citizenship to 10-23-23

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The board will hold a study session to review the district’s Building Excellence Plan, which outlines long‑term space and capacity needs, construction planning, and funding options. Superintendent Holmen will present information on these topics, and board members will have an opportunity to give feedback on construction planning and funding. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is informational.

• Call to order (procedural)
• Presentation of Building Excellence Plan covering long‑term space needs, construction planning, and funding options
• Board members may provide feedback on construction planning and funding
• Adjournment (procedural)
• Official minutes will be posted after board approval

The Board of Directors received information regarding long-range construction needs and funding options for the Building Excellence Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this study session.

Virtual Student Sustainability Linkage - 5:30 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors is holding a study session on the Virtual Student Sustainability Linkage, a discussion and information item linked to board goal OE-09 Sustainability. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural and focused on discussion.

• Virtual Student Sustainability Linkage discussion (information item, OE-09 Sustainability)

In Person Student Sustainability Linkage - 7:00 p.m.

This is a study session of the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors focused on sustainability linkage. The board will discuss the virtual student sustainability linkage, an informational item tied to district goal OE-09 Sustainability. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is primarily procedural and discussion-based.

• Discussion of Virtual Student Sustainability Linkage under board goal OE-09 Sustainability

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors held a regular meeting, approving a consent agenda that included conditional teacher certificates for three staff members, one out-of-endorsement teaching assignment, and acceptance of donations totaling $23,606.58 from PTAs. The board also heard public comments and will defer action on the Human Resources Report to the next meeting due to technical difficulties.

• Approved three conditional teacher certificates per WAC 181-79A-231 for Redmond High (Special Ed), Rose Hill MS (Computer Science), and Evergreen MS (Computer Science)
• Approved one out-of-endorsement assignment for Mykala Anglin in Special Education at Special Services
• Accepted donations: Eastlake High PTSA $10,022.99, Tesla STEM PTSA $6,000.00, Rachel Carson PTSA $7,583.59
• Human Resources Report approval postponed to October 2, 2023 due to missing attachment
• Approved monitoring report for Emergency Superintendent Succession policy OE-02

The Board approved a consent agenda including personnel certificates, assignment waivers, and donations. It also approved a monitoring report regarding Life and Global Citizenship Skills. The Board discussed the WSSDA legislative platform and received updates on the 2023-24 school opening.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 Board Meeting minutes
• Approved August 21, 2023 Study Session minutes
• Approved conditional certificates per WAC 181-79A-231
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignments for 2023-24
• Accepted donations as presented
• Approved monitoring report OE-2, Emergency Superintendent Succession
• Approved monitoring report Results-3, Life and Global Citizenship Skills

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to discuss the Building Excellence Plan, focusing on long-term space and capacity needs, construction planning, and funding options. The board will provide feedback on proposed options and next steps. No formal decisions are scheduled at this study session.

• Discussion of the Building Excellence Plan for long-term space and capacity needs

The Board of Directors received information regarding long-range construction planning and funding options for the district. No formal decisions were made during this study session.

Extended Study Session - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The board will review historical expenditures and develop a budget plan for Board expenses for the 2023‑24 school year, covering professional development, technology, civic dues, travel, compensation, and other costs. Members will receive a technology and network systems update, including a new cell phone assignment and changes to login and email aliases. The board will discuss draft updates to the GC‑10 Digital and Social Media Conduct policy and the GC‑05 Board Committees policy, and will consider board member assignments to district committees. They will also examine the current structure of board meetings and possible agenda updates.

• Technology and Network Systems Update for Board Members (cell phone assignment, new login and email alias)
• Policy Update: GC‑10 Digital and Social Media Conduct of Board Members (draft review)
• Board of Directors Budget review and planning for 2023‑24 (professional development, technology, dues, travel, compensation, miscellaneous)
• GC‑05 Board Committees policy update and review of board member assignments to operational committees and task forces
• Review of School Board Business Meeting Agenda structure

The Board developed an expense plan for the 2023-24 school year and assigned cell phones and new network logins to members. The Board reviewed updates to policies regarding digital conduct and board committees to provide feedback for future action.

• Developed 2023-24 Board budget plan covering professional development, technology, dues, travel, compensation, and miscellaneous expenses
• Assigned cell phones and new network logins/email aliases to Board members
• Reviewed updates to Governing Culture-10: Digital and Social Media Conduct of Board Members for future action
• Reviewed updates to Governing Culture-05: Board Committees for future action
• Reviewed Board Member assignments to operational District-wide Committees and Task Forces
• Discussed updates to the School Board Business Meeting Agenda structure

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will vote to adopt the 2023-24 budget via Resolution No. 2357, following a public hearing held on August 7. The board will also administer the oath of office to new Director Lisa Guthrie and recognize Mary Wilber's retirement. Under consent agenda, the board will approve conditional certificates for two special education teachers and accept a $29,727.18 donation from Rose Hill Elementary PTSA for playground equipment. Discussions are scheduled on the Community Resource Officer program and a Sustainability Committee policy update.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2357 for the 2023-24 budget
• Approve conditional certificates for Nevada Niesen-Groth (Bell Elementary, Special Education) and Kristie Villa (Juanita High School/Futures, Special Education)
• Accept $29,727.18 donation from Rose Hill Elementary PTSA for playground equipment
• Administer oath of office to Lisa Guthrie for Director District #2
• Discuss Community Resource Officer program

The Board unanimously approved the 2023-24 budget via Resolution No. 2357. Other actions included approving the consent agenda and administering the oath of office to a new director.

• Adopted 2023-24 Budget via Resolution No. 2357 (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 7 minutes, HR report, and donations
• Authorized conditional certificates per WAC 181-79A-231
• Administered oath of office to Director Lisa Guthrie

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The board will hear an update from Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe on the High School Student Experience Evaluation. This is a discussion and information item aimed at providing clarity on the evaluation process and connecting it with board policies. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion: High School Student Experience Evaluation update from Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe
• Attached presentation file: Board Presentation - High School Day.pdf (3,526 KB)
• Policy connections: Results 1, 2, 3 and OE-9, 10, 11, 14

The Board of Directors held a study session to receive an update on the High School Student Experience Evaluation. Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe discussed the 2018 transition to a seven-period high school day and state credit requirements. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

This is a study session where the Lake Washington School District Board will review policy related to strategic planning and provide feedback on updating the LWSD Strategic Plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily discussion and information.

• Discussion of the timeline, process, and board role in updating the LWSD Strategic Plan

The Board of Directors received an update from Superintendent Holmen regarding the strategic plan process. Board members provided input on the proposed process. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will consider a consent agenda including approval of June and July 2023 vouchers, minutes, a human resources report and salary schedule, out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for 13 teachers for 2022-23, and one conditional certificate for 2023-24. The meeting also includes recognition of a board member and a public comment period with six registered speakers.

• Approval of June and July 2023 vouchers (no dollar amounts specified)
• Out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for 13 teachers across multiple schools for 2022-23
• Conditional certificate for one special education teacher (Jessica Gibb at Kirkland Middle School) for 2023-24
• Public comments scheduled on topics including course policies, transcripts, budget, sustainability policy, and school start times
• Recognition of Director Christopher Carlson, PhD, District 2

The Board appointed Lisa Guthrie to fill the Director District Two vacancy following the resignation of Chris Carlson. The Board also approved several million-dollar construction contract amendments for middle school additions and adopted a new student representative policy.

• Appointed Lisa Guthrie to Director District Two (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Board Policy OGP-07 regarding Student Representatives
• Adopted updates to Policy R-2, Academic Content Knowledge and Skills
• Approved $4,482,479 plus tax contract amendment for Finn Hill Middle School Addition
• Approved $4,482,479 plus tax contract amendment for Kirkland Middle School Addition
• Approved $5,438,799 plus tax contract amendment for Redmond Middle School Addition
• Approved June 2023 vouchers totaling $39,136,021.60
• Approved July 2023 vouchers totaling $48,463,645.20

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board held its annual reorganization, electing Leah Choi as President, Eric Laliberte as Vice President, and Mark Stuart as Legislative Representative. The board also approved the consent agenda, including vouchers for May 2023 and meeting minutes, and recognized Juneteenth as a formal holiday. Public comments addressed topics such as middle school boundaries, start times, class sizes, and equity in sports.

• Election of Leah Choi as Board President, Eric Laliberte as Vice President, and Mark Stuart as Legislative Representative
• Approval of consent agenda including May 2023 vouchers and minutes from June 5 meetings
• Recognition of Juneteenth as a formal district holiday for the first time
• Public comments on middle school boundaries, start times, sports equity, and class sizes
• Land acknowledgement recognizing Coast Salish Peoples and commitment to native education

The Board reorganized its leadership and approved a consent agenda including the 2023-2028 Capital Facilities Plan and a new collective bargaining agreement. The Board also established a Sustainability Policy Committee and set a timeline to fill a director vacancy following Chris Carlson's announced resignation.

• Elected Leah Choi as President, Eric Laliberte as Vice President, and Mark Stuart as Legislative Representative
• Approved May 2023 vouchers totaling $40,422,480.02
• Adopted the Six-Year Capital Facilities Plan, 2023-2028
• Approved the Lake Washington Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement, 2023-2027
• Authorized the transfer of $300,000 from capital fund investment earnings to the General Fund
• Approved the formation of a Sustainability Policy Committee
• Adopted the process and timeline to fill a board vacancy (4-1)
• Adopted instructional materials and updates to policies OE-11 and OGP-02, OGP-03, OGP-05, and OGP-06

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board holds a study session to receive information on Fine and Performing Arts programs at each level, including changes and plans for additions. The session also covers graduation requirements related to the arts. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation by Associate Superintendent Dr. Jen Rose and Director of Teaching and Learning Dr. Laurie Harvey on Fine and Performing Arts

The Board of Directors held a study session to receive information regarding Fine and Performing Arts programs and graduation requirements. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will vote on a consent agenda that includes authorizing a $7,672,709 contract amendment for initial construction of the Finn Hill Middle School addition. It will also recognize Student Changemaker Week and PTSA scholarship recipients, and hear public comments on topics including teacher experience, middle school start times, and the SRVOS budget.

• Authorization of $7,672,709 contract amendment with BNBuilders, Inc. for Finn Hill Middle School addition (Resolution No. 2351)
• Recognition of Student Changemaker Week, June 5-11, 2023, proclaimed by Governor Inslee
• Recognition of 2023 PTSA scholarship recipients (staff $500 each, students $1,250 each)
• Public comments scheduled, including topics on OE-14 policy, middle school start times, and jazz choir at JHS
• Approval of minutes, human resources report, and other consent agenda items

The Board approved a consent agenda including several construction authorizations and policy updates. Key actions included funding for school additions and the adoption of updated governing culture and anti-racism policies.

• Approved $7,672,709 plus sales tax for Finn Hill Middle School Addition initial construction (Resolution No. 2351)
• Authorized initial construction for Kirkland Middle School and Redmond Middle School additions
• Approved use of Design-Build procedure for Norman Rockwell Elementary School remodel or rebuild (Resolution No. 2354)
• Approved application to construct a new facility in lieu of modernization at Norman Rockwell Elementary School (Resolution No. 2355)
• Approved 2023-24 athletic participation fees
• Approved 2023 Summer School course fees
• Adopted updates to Governing Culture Policies GC-2 through GC-8
• Adopted updates to Policy OE-14 regarding Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion in Education

Study Session - 5:30 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to receive preliminary information on the draft 2023-24 budget. Superintendent Holmen and Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus will present spending increases and decreases aligned with the district's strategic direction. The board will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback. No formal votes are expected.

• Preliminary 2023-24 budget presentation including spending changes

The Board of Directors received a preliminary overview of the draft 2023-24 budget from the Superintendent and Associate Superintendent. The session focused on spending changes aligned with the district's strategic direction. No formal decisions were made.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will vote on consent agenda items including delegating authority to KingCo and WIAA for 2023-24 interschool athletics, and approve minutes and HR reports. They will also recognize award recipients and hear public comments on inclusion, equity policy, and other topics.

• Resolution No. 2346 delegating post-season conference play to KingCo Conference for 2023-24
• Resolution No. 2347 delegating interschool activity control to WIAA for 2023-24
• Human Resources Report approval
• Public comments scheduled on inclusion, equity policy (OE-14), cell phones, and start times

The Board approved a consent agenda including meal prices, equipment surplus, and athletic authority delegations. It formally adopted an amended policy regarding Legislative Representative Roles and Responsibilities. Several policy updates regarding instructional programs and academic content were tabled to June 5, 2023.

• Adopted amended Governing Culture-11, Legislative Representative Roles and Responsibilities (4-1)
• Approved 2023-24 Adult Meal Prices
• Adopted Resolution No. 2349 declaring equipment as surplus
• Adopted Governing Commitments-10, Digital and Social Media Conduct of Board Members
• Approved Resolution No. 2346 delegating post-season play to KingCo Conference
• Adopted Resolution No. 2347 delegating authority to WIAA for 2023-2024
• Tabled updates to Policy OE-11 (Instructional Program) to 6/5/2023
• Tabled updates to Policy Results-2 (Academic Content Knowledge and Skills) to 6/5/2023

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a study session to discuss sustainability values and inform future board policy. President Bliesner and Superintendent Holmen will lead the discussion, with Deputy Superintendent Beebe facilitating identification of values. The meeting also includes procedural items and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion of board policy on sustainability
• Review of related plans and policies to inform values

The Board of Directors conducted an exercise to determine values regarding sustainability and resource conservation management. This process serves as an initial step toward developing a district policy on sustainability.

• Identified district values for sustainability and resource conservation management

Special Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

This special board meeting is largely procedural, including roll call and adjournment. The main item is a 60-minute executive session to review the performance of a public employee, which is closed to the public. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting.

• Executive session for performance review of a public employee (60 minutes)
• Approval of official minutes from May 8, 2023 board meeting

The board met in executive session for 60 minutes to review the performance of a public employee. No board action was taken following the session.

Board Meeting - 4:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will hold a regular meeting with a 60-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation, followed by public comments on topics including inclusion practices at Smith Elementary, health room staffing, and making Eid a school holiday. The board will also vote on a consent agenda approving April 2023 vouchers, meeting minutes, a human resources report, and out-of-endorsement teaching assignments for the current school year.

• Public comments on inclusion practices at Smith Elementary and district-wide (multiple speakers)
• Public comments on health room hours and staffing (multiple speakers)
• Public comments requesting Eid be recognized as a school holiday (multiple students)
• Approval of out-of-endorsement teaching waivers for 6 teachers at Kirkland MS, Redmond MS, Eastlake HS, Rose Hill MS, Kamiakin MS
• Approval of April 2023 vouchers (no dollar amount specified)

The Board approved the April 2023 vouchers totaling $42,235,557.23 and Resolution No. 2348 to implement reduced staffing for the 2023-24 school year. Several policy updates regarding anti-racism and instructional programs were tabled. The Board also held a first reading for new policies on digital media conduct and legislative representative roles.

• Approved April 2023 vouchers totaling $42,235,557.23
• Approved 2023-2024 Reduced Staffing, Resolution No. 2348
• Approved May 8, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignments for 2022-23 school year
• Approved conditional certificates per WAC 181-79A-231
• Tabled policy updates OE-14 (Anti-Racism, Anti-Discrimination, Equity and Inclusion) to May 22
• Tabled policy updates OE-11 (Instructional Program) to May 22
• Accepted May 8, 2023 donations

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will hold a study session to discuss and develop the Board's goals and priorities for the 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Holmen and President Bliesner will lead the planning of the annual workplan. No votes will be taken; this is a discussion and information item.

• Discussion of Board Goals and Priorities for 2023-24 School Year
• Development of the Workplan of the Board for 2023-24
• Review of draft Work Plan of the Board 2023-24 (152 KB PDF)

The Board of Directors met for a study session to review the initial planning of the Workplan for the 2023-24 school year. No formal actions were taken during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will hear public comments on multiple topics including the School Resource Officer program, choral arts programs, school start times, health room hours, and budget cuts. The board is also expected to approve the consent agenda, including March 2023 vouchers and minutes from prior meetings.

• Public comments on SRO program removal
• Public comments supporting choral arts programs
• Public comments on school start times
• Public comments on health room hours reduction
• Consent agenda: March 2023 vouchers and meeting minutes

The Board approved a consent agenda including March 2023 vouchers totaling over $37 million and the 2023-24 Extended Day program fees. Members also adopted a revised board organization policy and an amended monitoring report for the district mission.

• Approved March 2023 vouchers totaling $37,597,051.88
• Approved 2023-24 Extended Day program fees
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignments for seven staff members for 2022-23
• Approved monitoring report for Results-1, Mission of Lake Washington School District with amendment to board summary
• Adopted policy revision OGP-05: Board Organization
• Approved April 24, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Accepted April 24, 2023 donations

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board held a study session on April 24, 2023. President Bliesner led a discussion on recommended changes to Board policies. The Board will identify specific policies and components that need updating, with revisions to be processed through first and second readings at future meetings. The session concluded with adjournment.

• Board Policy Review discussion – identification of policies needing update

The board held a study session to discuss recommended changes to several board policies. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Special Board Meeting

The board will hold a public hearing and then vote on Resolution No. 2345 to redirect surplus 2019 and 2022 construction levy proceeds (estimated $17.2 million) and matching state funds. The proposal cancels a planned new elementary school on the Redmond campus and instead uses the money to remodel, rebuild, and enlarge Rockwell Elementary. The meeting also includes approval of a board summary for a monitoring report and a first reading of a mission statement monitoring report.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2345 to redirect 2019 and 2022 construction levy proceeds
• Replace planned new elementary school on Redmond Elementary campus with remodel/rebuild of Rockwell Elementary
• Estimated $17.2 million surplus from 2019 levy projects
• Rockwell rebuild would add 242 permanent capacity
• Approval of board summary for Results-2 monitoring report on academic content knowledge

The Board adopted Resolution No. 2345 to repurpose 2019 and 2022 construction levy proceeds. Funds previously intended for a new school at the Redmond Elementary campus will now be used to remodel or rebuild and enlarge Rockwell Elementary School due to lower enrollment projections.

• Approved Resolution No. 2345 to redirect 2019 and 2022 Construction Levy proceeds and matching funds
• Approved the Board Summary for Results-2, Academic Content Knowledge and Skill
• Approved the April 3, 2023 agenda

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will take action on a conditional certificate for a school counselor at Redmond High School. They will also consider a consent agenda including February 2023 vouchers, meeting minutes, and a human resources report. A proclamation declaring April 2023 as School Library Month will be read. The board will hear 40 public comments on topics including the closure of SRVOS online school and changes to the Middle School Quest science program.

• Approve conditional certificate for Margaret Schroeder as school counselor at Redmond High School (1.0 FTE)
• Approve February 2023 vouchers
• Approve minutes from March 6 board meeting and study session
• Read proclamation for School Library Month April 2023
• 40 public comments registered on SRVOS closure, MSQ science, start times, and other topics

The Board approved the Superintendent's recommendations for boundary adjustments, exceptions, and variances for Lake Washington area elementary and middle schools. Elementary changes take effect in 2023-24, and middle school changes in 2024-25. The Board also approved February 2023 vouchers totaling $39,868,144.04.

• Approved boundary adjustments for Lake Washington area Elementary (2023-24) and Middle Schools (2024-25)
• Approved February 2023 vouchers totaling $39,868,144.04
• Approved Early Entrance Kindergarten Evaluation fee of $200 ($25 for free/reduced lunch students)
• Approved March 27, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Approved conditional certificate for Margaret Schroeder (Redmond H.S.)
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignment for Mariana Oltean (Evergreen M.S.)
• Tabled Monitoring Report for Results 1 to April 3, 2023 agenda
• Approved March 27, 2023 consent agenda

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

At this study session, the Lake Washington School District Board will receive information and discuss the Student Representative to the Board program. Directors Choi and Laliberte, along with current student representatives, will share highlights and proposed changes to recruitment, experience, and expectations. The board will also consider ways to increase student voice opportunities. The meeting includes procedural opening and closing items.

• Discussion of Student Representatives program highlights and reflections
• Proposed changes to recruitment and expectations for Student Representatives
• Recommendations for increasing board engagement with student voice
• Review of board policy OE-10: Learning Environment/Treatment of Students
• Approval of official minutes from March 27, 2023 study session (future action)

The Board of Directors held a study session to review the Student Representative Program. Directors and student representatives shared reflections and recommended changes to recruitment and student engagement. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Extended Study Session - March 24-26, 2023

The Lake Washington School District Board held a multi-day study session to review policies (OE-14, R-2, OE-11), receive an enrollment, facilities, and budget update, and discuss board business. Two planned topics—sustainability policy and board budget—were not discussed. No decisions were made at this study session.

• Policy review and monitoring update (OE-14)
• Policy updates: R-2 and OE-11 (discussion/information)
• Enrollment, Facilities and Budget update (with attached budget and building excellence plan PDFs)
• Board Business (unspecified discussion)
• Sustainability Policy (planned but not discussed)

The Board of Directors held a three-day study session to review data collection for policy OE-14 and discuss updates to policies R-2 and OE-11. Members reviewed enrollment projections, facility outlay, and budget planning for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years. A draft Social and Digital Media Use policy was also reviewed.

• Tabled Sustainability Policy
• Tabled Board Budget

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The board will receive enrollment projections from Flo Analytics and an update on 2022 Construction Levy projects. Superintendent and Associate Superintendent will present information and seek board guidance on levy projects in light of changed enrollment projections. No final decisions will be made at this study session.

• Enrollment projections from Flo Analytics for 2023-24 to 2032-33
• Update on 2022 Construction Levy projects and considerations for key locations
• Board to provide guidance to Superintendent on levy projects

The Board received updated enrollment forecasts from FloAnalytics. Members also received information regarding 2022 Construction Levy projects and how changed enrollment projections affect key locations. No formal votes were taken.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will recognize 2022-23 National Board Certified Teachers and read a proclamation for Education Support Professionals Week. Public comments will address school boundaries, walkable distance, and middle school deans. The consent agenda includes approval of January 2023 vouchers, minutes, a human resources report, and acceptance of donations totaling over $44,000.

• Recognition of first-time and renewal National Board Certified Teachers at multiple schools
• Proclamation designating March 13-17, 2023 as Education Support Professionals Week
• Public comments on boundary process, walkable distance to school, and middle school dean position
• Donation of $12,173.77 from Carson Elementary PTSA for sensory room supplies
• Donation of $10,580 from EHS Band Boosters for Eastlake High School band trip to Disneyland

The Board approved the January 2023 vouchers totaling $38,721,057.17 and adopted new instructional materials. They also approved preschool program fees for 2023-24 and two monitoring reports. Formal action on Lake Washington area boundary adjustments was deferred to March 27, 2023.

• Approved January 2023 vouchers totaling $38,721,057.17
• Adopted instructional materials for district use
• Approved preschool program fees for 2023-24 school year
• Approved monitoring report for Results-2, Academic Content Knowledge and Skill
• Approved Board Summary for OE-03, Treatment of Community Stakeholders
• Accepted 2022-23 Building Condition Assessment (BCA) Report
• Approved March 6, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Tabled monitoring report for Results 1, Mission of Lake Washington School District

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District board will receive information on two start time options and the start time committee's recommendation. Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe will present stakeholder data and outline next steps. No decisions are expected at this study session.

• Presentation of data and committee recommendation on school start times

The Board of Directors reviewed a recommendation from the School Start Time Committee regarding two proposed start time options. The committee recommended 'Option 1' for middle, high, and elementary schools. No formal board vote was recorded; the district is conducting a final implementation analysis.

• Recommended Option 1 for school start times (Committee recommendation)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of a Memorandum of Understanding granting school nurses representation under the Lake Washington Educational Support Professionals and raising wages an average of 11.1% for 2022-23. Other consent items include approval of 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for all schools, out-of-endorsement teacher assignments at Inglewood and Kamiakin middle schools, and the Human Resources Report. Public comment topics include concerns about middle school deans, grievance transparency, and sustainability.

• Approve Memorandum of Understanding for school nurse representation with 11.1% wage increase
• Approve 2022-23 School Improvement Plans for all schools
• Approve out-of-endorsement assignments for teachers at Inglewood M.S. (0.6 FTE) and Kamiakin M.S. (1.0 FTE)
• Public comment on saving middle school deans and sustainability vision
• Approve Human Resources Report

The Board approved the adoption of 8th-grade social studies, high school U.S. History, and high school Civics materials. The Board also passed a consent agenda including school improvement plans and a memorandum of understanding for school nurses. A monitoring report for academic content knowledge was tabled until March 6, 2023.

• Approved 8th grade Social Studies, High School US History, and High School Civics curriculum adoption
• Approved 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans (SIP)
• Approved Memo of Understanding incorporating school nurses into the LWESP Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approved February 6, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Approved out-of-endorsement assignment waiver for one teacher for 2022-23
• Accepted February 6, 2023 donations
• Approved January 23, 2023 board meeting and study session minutes
• Tabled monitoring report for Results 2 Academic Content Knowledge and Skill until March 6, 2023

Extended Study Session - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold an extended study session on sustainability. Superintendent Holmen will present district-wide sustainability efforts, and the board will review community input from public comment and small group meetings. The board will consider policy updates related to sustainability, curriculum, and facilities.

• Discussion of sustainability efforts across curriculum, support services, and student programs
• Review of community input from public comment and small group meetings
• Consideration of policy updates related to OE-09 Sustainability
• Presentation of LWSD Sustainability Planning Overview (3,871 KB) and slides (586 KB)

The Board of Directors held a study session to review sustainability efforts, board policy, and values. Presentations were provided by Superintendent Holmen, Associate Superintendent Dr. Jen Rose, and the district partner McKinstry. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board will receive an informational presentation on Career Connected Learning from Associate Superintendent Dr. Jen Rose and Director Kari Schuh. The session covers changes, career embedded experiences, Career and Technical Education, and future expansion plans. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Presentation on Career Connected Learning, including WANIC Skill Center and plans to expand programs and services

The Board of Directors held a study session to receive information on Career Connected Learning. District staff presented updates on student opportunities, career embedded experiences, and plans for expansion. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board approved the consent agenda, which included adopting new instructional materials for high school social studies, updating the 2022-23 salary schedule, and accepting $90,479 in donations from PTAs. The board also recognized Career and Technical Education Month and National School Counseling Week via proclamations. Public comments submitted in writing addressed school start times, the SRO system, and sustainability.

• Adopted instructional materials: 'U.S. History Interactive' (Savvas, 2022) and 'U.S. History America Through the Lens' (National Geographic, 2019) for district-wide grade 11, plus 'Caste' by Isabel Wilkerson and 'Love in English' by Maria E. Andreu for Eastlake High School grade 9
• Accepted $90,479 in donations: $67,691 from Christa McAuliffe PTSA, $8,400 from Renaissance School PTSA, $14,388 from Ella Baker PTSA
• Approved Human Resources Report and update to 2022-23 Salary Schedule
• Read proclamations for Career and Technical Education Month (Feb 1-28, 2023) and National School Counseling Week (Feb 6-10, 2023)
• Heard written public comments on topics including school timing, kindergarten start time, SRO system, and sustainability

The Board approved a consent agenda including a contract modification for the Rachel Carson Elementary School Addition project. Members also approved several monitoring reports and updated the 2022-23 salary schedule.

• Authorized $4,097,368 plus sales tax for Rachel Carson Elementary School Addition project contract amendment (Consent Agenda)
• Approved update to 2022-23 Salary Schedule (Consent Agenda)
• Adopted instructional materials for district use (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Board Summary for monitoring report OE-11 Instructional Program
• Approved Board Summary for monitoring report OE-4 Personnel
• Approved monitoring report OE-3 Treatment of Community Stakeholders
• Accepted January 23, 2023 donations (Consent Agenda)
• Approved January 9, 2023 study session and board meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

The board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Trades Bargaining Council, covering bus drivers, paraeducators, custodians, and trades staff, with wage increases averaging 11.7% in the first year. Public comment on sustainability and climate action is scheduled, with multiple speakers signed up.

• Approval of Trades Bargaining Council Collective Bargaining Agreement (2022-2025) with 11.7% wage increase in first year
• Approval of November 2022 vouchers
• Approval of December 2022 vouchers
• Approval of Human Resources Report
• Public comment on sustainability and climate action (12 in-person, 4 virtual, 6 written comments)

The Board approved the 2022-2025 Collective Bargaining agreement for the Trades Bargaining Council and the OE-4 Personnel Administration monitoring report. The Board also approved November and December 2022 vouchers and tabled a monitoring report regarding community stakeholders.

• Approved Trades Bargaining Council Collective Bargaining Agreement 2022-2025
• Approved monitoring report for Operational Expectations Policy OE-4, Personnel Administration
• Approved November 2022 vouchers totaling $42,859,979.56 (General Fund) and $255,816.64 (Capital Fund)
• Approved December 2022 vouchers totaling $39,544,367.10 (General Fund) and $387,223.21 (Capital Fund)
• Tabled monitoring report for OE-3, Treatment of Community Stakeholders until January 23, 2023
• Approved January 9, 2023 Human Resources Report
• Approved January 9, 2023 donations

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to receive information about the annual budget process and long-term revenue/expenditure alignment. Superintendent Holmen and Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus will present, and the board will provide feedback on budget development values. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Presentation on annual budget process and long-term alignment by Superintendent and Associate Superintendent
• Discussion of community/stakeholder voice in budget recommendations
• Review of Board Operational Expectations OE-5 (Financial Planning) and OE-6 (Financial Administration)

The Board of Directors held a study session to receive information from the Superintendent and Associate Superintendent regarding the annual and long-term budget processes. The discussion focused on aligning revenues with expenditures and engaging community voice for budget recommendations. No formal decisions were made.