Watertown Area Public Schools public meetings in 2022
71 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Fiscal Management Committee will meet to discuss and receive information on ESSER II and III schedules, updates on the CG Schmidt A/C project, and the hiring of a business manager and buildings/grounds supervisor. They will also discuss potential construction and communication consultants, review buildings and grounds projects, and examine expenditures over $20,000, payment reports, and variance reports. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Updated ESSER II and ESSER III schedules
- CG Schmidt A/C update
- Business Manager and Buildings and Grounds Supervisor hire update
- Expenditures over $20,000
- Variance reports for Funds 10 and 27
Planning Committee Meeting
The Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on December 12, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes a contemplated closed session for property purchase or public business negotiations, discussion of future planning agenda items, and setting the next meeting date. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Contemplated closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for property purchase or public business negotiations
- Discussion of future planning agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on December 12, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom. The agenda includes a consent agenda (discussion/information), a presentation on Responsive Classrooms in WUSD, and committee agenda planning. The next meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2022, at 5:30 p.m.
- Consent agenda discussion (Resolution 12-19-22 HR Committee DRAFT)
- Responsive Classrooms Overview presentation
- HR Committee annual agenda planning
- Next meeting date: Monday, January 16, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Policy Review Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and review several school policies. The agenda includes discussions on extracurricular activities and anti-bullying, as well as minor revisions to policies on grading, retention, promotion, and graduation. The meeting is open to the public with both in-person and virtual attendance options.
- Discussion of Policy 5330 Extracurricular Activities
- Discussion of Policy 5362 Anti-Bullying, Respect and Relationships
- Minor revisions to Policy 5220 Grading Systems and Reporting to Parents
- Minor revisions to Policy 5230 Retention and related procedures
- Minor revisions to graduation policies (5240, 5240.1, 5241, 5242)
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee will meet to discuss and receive information on the 2023 Elementary Read-Set-Go Conferences, ongoing ESSER III updates (including tutoring, K-12 math adoption, and GT program audit), and the 2022 District Report Card review. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- 2023 Elementary Read-Set-Go Conferences follow-up discussion
- ESSER III updates: tutoring services, K-12 math adoption, GT program audit
- 2022 District Report Card review (Watertown Unified 2021-22)
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 28, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom. The board will consider action items including the purchase of music equipment using ESSER III funds, approval of the 2023-24 certified staff calendar, and a contract for audit services. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, committee summaries, personnel changes, bills, and second readings of several policies. Public comment periods are scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.
- Resolution #9166: Approve $64,308 in music equipment purchases, including a $23,643 grand piano, funded by ESSER III (not to exceed $75,000).
- Resolution #9167: Approve the 2023-24 Certified Staff Calendar (passed 5-3).
- Resolution #9168: Approve a $21,800 audit services contract with Hawkins Ash CPAs for 2022-23.
- Consent agenda includes personnel actions: resignations, appointments, and extra-curricular coaching appointments.
- Second reading of policies on communicable diseases, transportation, open enrollment, and more.
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting - REVISED
The Watertown Unified School District Fiscal Management Committee will meet to review payment and variance reports, discuss ESSER spending updates, and consider renewing the auditor contract with Hawkins Ash. The committee also plans to enter a closed session to discuss air conditioning bids from CG Schmidt, citing Wisconsin's open meetings law for competitive reasons.
- Auditor contract renewal with Hawkins Ash (1-, 3-, or 5-year options)
- Closed session to discuss CG Schmidt air conditioning bids
- ESSER II and III spending updates
- Payment report and credit card details for October 2022
- Variance reports for funds 10 and 27
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss several items, including the 2023-24 certified staff calendar, the educator effectiveness system, and a restorative practices overview. The committee will also consider a consent agenda and plan future agenda items. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- 2023-24 Certified Staff Calendar (fifth draft)
- Educator Effectiveness System review (TPES standards, evaluation cycle)
- Restorative Practices Overview in WUSD
- Consent agenda resolution
- Committee agenda planning
Planning Committee Meeting
The Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on the Strategic Plan Update, a Communication Process Update from Donovan Group School Communications, and an Advanced Learner Audit Update. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Strategic Plan Update discussion
- Communication Process Update with Donovan Group School Communications
- Advanced Learner Audit Update
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee will discuss and review preliminary course proposals for the 2023-24 Watertown High School Program of Studies, including new offerings in Career and Technical Education, AP Spanish Language & Culture, and AP Pre-Calculus. They will also receive updates on ESSER-funded initiatives such as music program support, K-12 math review/adoption, and the Advanced Learner Program. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no final decisions expected.
- Review of 2023-24 WHS Program of Studies course proposals
- New course proposals: PowerSports, Maker Class, AP Spanish Language & Culture, AP Pre-Calculus
- ESSER updates: Music Program Support, K-12 Math Program Review/Adoption, Advanced Learner Program
- Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022
Budget Hearing & Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing followed by its regular monthly meeting. The board will review the 2022-23 budget and consider adopting a resolution to approve the budget and levy $20,286,398 in property taxes. The meeting also includes routine reports, a consent agenda with personnel changes and policy first readings, and public comment periods.
- Resolution #9163: Adopt 2022-23 budget and levy $20,286,398 in taxes
- Consent agenda includes staff retirements, resignations, and appointments
- First reading of policies on communicable diseases, transportation, open enrollment, and more
- Approval of bills and committee summaries
- Public budget hearing at 5:30 p.m. before regular meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Management Committee will review financial reports, including a payment report, variance report, and expenditures over $20,000. They will also discuss a recommendation to use Lee for wood chips and mats at elementary schools, and review the proposed 2022-2023 budget and tax levy resolution for the October 24 board meeting.
- Review of payment report and credit card report
- Variance report with balance sheet, expense, and revenue details
- Recommendation to use Lee for wood chips and mats at elementary schools
- Proposed $20,286,398 tax levy for 2022-2023 budget
- Discussion of construction management for 2022-2023
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several items, including a consent agenda, a health insurance performance report and renewal from USI, an employee satisfaction survey activity report, and committee agenda planning. The meeting is open to the public with both in-person and virtual attendance options.
- Health Insurance Performance Report and Renewal - USI
- Employee Satisfaction Survey Activity Report
- Consent Agenda (Resolution 10-24-22)
- Committee Agenda Planning
Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Policy Review Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and review several district policies, including those on communicable diseases, academic integrity, anti-bullying, transportation, and open enrollment. The committee will also discuss its own processes and consider new or revised policies. No final decisions are expected; items are for discussion and information.
- Discussion of policies 4133 and 5414 on communicable diseases
- Discussion of policy 5215 on academic integrity
- Discussion of policy 5362 on anti-bullying, respect, and relationships
- Discussion of transportation policy 3610 and open enrollment policies 5152 and 5152.2
- Review of new procedures for communicable diseases (4133.1 and 5414.1)
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, including a preliminary budget discussion for 2022-23 and an update on Endeavor Charter High School. The board will vote on resolutions to approve collective bargaining agreements with certified and clerical staff, each including a 4.7% base wage increase. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, committee summaries, personnel changes, bills, and second readings of six policies.
- Resolution #9156: 4.7% base wage increase for certified staff (United Lakewood Educators)
- Resolution #9157: 4.7% increase on clerical compensation schedule (WEAC Region 7)
- Resolution #9155: 66.0301 Agreement with Hustisford School District for 2022-23
- Preliminary budget discussion for 2022-23 presented by Director of Business Services
- Consent agenda includes personnel retirements, resignations, and appointments
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss financial reports, including payments, purchases over $20,000, construction manager bids for air conditioning, and the 2022-2023 budget and levy update. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Review of payment report and credit card details for August 2022
- Discussion of purchases above $20,000
- Construction manager bids for A/C project
- 2022-2023 budget and levy update with property valuation scenarios
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee will meet to exchange initial 2021-22 bargaining proposals with the Watertown Clerical Unit and the Watertown ULE, then enter closed sessions for negotiations and to discuss CPI for non-represented staff. The committee will also review a consent agenda and plan future agenda items.
- Exchange of initial 2021-22 bargaining proposal with Watertown Clerical Unit
- Exchange of initial 2021-22 bargaining proposal with Watertown ULE
- Closed session for negotiations and CPI for non-represented staff
- Consent agenda resolution (Resolution 9-26-22.pdf)
- Committee agenda planning (HR Committee Annual - DRAFT 9-13-2022.pdf)
Planning Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee will meet to discuss a proposed communication process from the Donovan Group, review results from a Studer survey, and receive an update on the strategic plan. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no formal votes listed.
- Discussion of Donovan Group school communications proposal
- Review of Studer survey results
- Strategic plan update
- Next meeting set for November 9, 2022
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on ESSER III project/program plan updates, including a limited-term advanced learner coordinator update and a community tutoring program update. They will also review the WUSD Strategic Plan and historical state data. The meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. in Conference Room 3 at the Educational Service Center, with a virtual option available.
- ESSER III Project/Program Plan Updates (discussion/information)
- Limited Term Advanced Learner Coordinator Update
- Community Tutoring Program Update
- WUSD Strategic Plan discussion with 2021 WUSD State Data review
- Next meeting set for October 11, 2022
PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - WUSD Board Retreat
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a retreat on September 12, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown. The agenda states the board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action during this gathering.
- Board retreat at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
- No governmental business or formal action planned
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, with action items including a new transportation contract with D & H Enterprises, the purchase of four Turbo Air chillers, and concrete repairs at two elementary schools. The board will also consider a consent agenda covering minutes, committee summaries, personnel, bills, and first readings of several policies. Two closed sessions are planned for property valuation and negotiations planning.
- Resolution #9150: Transportation contract with D & H Enterprises, Inc., $5.16 per certified mile for regular routes, $1.27 per mile for extracurricular trips, 5-year term through July 31, 2027
- Resolution #9151: Purchase of 4 Turbo Air Coolers from Streich, as reviewed by Fiscal Management Committee
- Resolution #9152: Concrete repairs at Douglas and Webster Elementary Schools, not to exceed $19,776
- Consent agenda: Approval of minutes, committee summaries, personnel/staffing, bills, and first reading of policies on communicable diseases, academic integrity, student handbooks, co-curricular programs, extracurricular activities, and athletics
- Closed sessions for property valuation and negotiations planning
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Watertown Area Public Schools Fiscal Management Committee is meeting to review payment and variance reports, get updates on major summer projects, and consider purchases over $20,000, including food service coolers and concrete work. They will also discuss a transportation contract and expenditure projections, and may enter closed session to discuss property valuation. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Payment Report 2022.08.09
- Update on major summer projects: furniture and new chiller at WHS, new AHU at Webster, mill and pave work across district
- Approval of $20,000+ purchases: four Turbo Air coolers for food service, concrete projects (Dondlinger and Poblocki)
- Transportation contract (DH 22-23)
- Contemplated closed session for property valuation discussion
CANCELED - Human Resources Committee Meeting
This meeting of the Watertown Unified School District Human Resources Committee was canceled. The agenda had planned to discuss initial bargaining proposals with the Watertown ULE and clerical units, enter closed sessions for negotiations, and consider a consent agenda.
- Exchange of initial 2021-22 bargaining proposal with Watertown ULE
- Exchange of initial 2021-22 bargaining proposal with clerical unit
- Contemplated closed sessions for negotiations under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) and (e)
- Consent agenda with Resolution 8-29-22.pdf
Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss and review several district policies, with the main focus on proposed revisions to communicable disease policies and procedures. The committee will also consider minor revisions to policies on academic integrity, children of divorced parents, student handbooks, co-curricular programs, extracurricular activities, and athletics. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of policies 4133 and 5414 on communicable diseases (draft attached)
- Review of new procedures 4133.1 and 5414.1 for communicable diseases
- Minor revision to policy 5215 on academic integrity
- Minor revision to policy 5263 on children of divorced or separated parents
- Minor revisions to policies 5308, 5329, 5330, and 5331 on student handbooks, co-curricular programs, extracurricular activities, and athletics
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several educational services topics. Items include ESSER (federal COVID relief) fund updates, the 2022-23 educational services calendar, summer professional development and fall preparation, and new DPI COVID mitigation measures for the upcoming school year. The meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom.
- ESSER Updates - discussion of federal COVID relief spending (proposal attached)
- Ed Services Agenda - 2022-23 Calendar Discussion
- Teaching and Learning Update - Summer PD Update/Preparation for Fall
- Review of New DPI COVID Mitigation Measures for 2022-23
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 25, 2022, at Watertown High School. The board will discuss seclusion and restraint updates, ESSER III project status, and receive reports from the superintendent and committees. Action items include approving open enrollment applications, summer school staff, and changes to the educator compensation model, followed by a closed session to discuss property valuation.
- Approve 34 open enrollment applications into the district and 89 withdrawals (Resolution #9146)
- Approve changes to the Educator Compensation Model (Resolution #9148)
- Approve summer school staff employment (Resolution #9147)
- Discuss seclusion and restraint report and ESSER III project status
- Enter closed session to discuss property valuation
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on three items: an update on ESSER III education-related items, the Future Ready Technology Plan, and the committee's function, form, and strategic plan for 2022-23. The meeting is open to the public with in-person and virtual options.
- ESSER III update on education services-related items
- Future Ready Technology Plan updates
- 2022-23 Ed Services Committee function, form, and strategic plan
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to review financial reports, including a payment report, fiscal year-end variance reports, purchases over $20,000, and 3-year revenue projections. The committee will discuss these items as part of its oversight of the district's finances.
- Payment report including credit card details for US Bank and July finance checks
- Fiscal year-end variance reports for Fund 10 and Fund 27
- Review of purchases over $20,000
- 3-year revenue projections covering roughly 90% of revenues
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several HR topics, including employee satisfaction survey results, summer school staff, the status of the COVID-19 leave program, HR committee operations, and educator compensation model recommendations. The meeting is open to the public with in-person and virtual options.
- Employee Satisfaction Survey Results discussion
- Summer School Staff resolution (Resolution 7-25-22 Summer School.pdf)
- Status of COVID-19 Leave Program
- Educator Compensation Model Recommendations
- Consent Agenda resolution (Resolution 7-25-22.pdf)
Planning Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee will meet to discuss the WUSD District Scorecard for 2021-2022, an update on the board retreat, and processes for community communication and involvement. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of WUSD District Scorecard 2021-2022
- Board retreat update
- Process of community communication/involvement
- Next meeting set for September 14, 2022
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comment, strategic discussions on the district scorecard, ESSER III funds, and the preliminary 2022-2023 budget. The board will also vote on consent agenda items such as minutes, committee summaries, personnel changes, bills, and policy first readings, as well as action items for the WHS ELA research study, 4K-12 math curriculum review, and 2022-23 student fees.
- Approval of 2022-2023 Student Fees (Resolution #9134)
- Approval of WHS English Language Arts Research Study Proposal (Resolution #9132)
- Approval of 4K-12 Mathematics Curriculum Review/Research Study Proposal (Resolution #9133)
- Personnel changes: appointment of Dr. Jarred Burke as Superintendent, retirements, resignations, and appointments
- First reading of multiple board policies including communicable diseases, student demonstrations, and board member ethics
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Fiscal Management Committee is meeting to review payment and variance reports, discuss purchase proposals over $20,000 totaling about $321,000, and consider the 2022-2023 preliminary budget. The committee will also review proposed fees and meal prices, a donation for STEM programs, and an update on land appraisals. The meeting is open to the public with in-person and virtual options.
- Elementary literacy materials - $116,000
- English learner materials - approximately $66,555
- CESA 2 contract - $32,385
- NAMI contract - $31,425
- Tech ed lathe - $27,219.48; gas convection steamer - $23,729.98; gas combi oven - $43,896.56
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on June 20, 2022, to discuss and act on several personnel-related items. The agenda includes a consent agenda, summer school staff resolution, a draft compassion leave policy, an educator compensation model review, a mental health funding proposal, and a teaching and learning staffing proposal. The committee will also enter a closed session to consider administrator compensation, as permitted by Wisconsin law.
- Consent agenda resolution (Resolution 6-27-22.pdf)
- Summer school staff resolution (Resolution 6-27-22 Summer School.pdf)
- Proposed catastrophic sick leave program draft
- Educator compensation model review committee proposal
- GWCHF funding for mental health support
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting in closed session. The session is intended for conducting interviews with finalists for the Superintendent position and discussing employee compensation or performance data.
- Superintendent finalist interviews
- Closed session regarding public employee employment, promotion, or compensation
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting on June 13, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center. The entire meeting will be in closed session to interview a superintendent finalist, as permitted by Wisconsin law for personnel matters. The board will then reconvene in open session and adjourn.
- Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employment data
- Superintendent finalist interview
- Meeting at 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Policy Review Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and review several district policies, including communicable diseases and student protests. The committee will also consider new procedures for communicable diseases and minor revisions to board governance policies. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; it is a discussion and review session.
- Discussion of policies 4133 and 5414 on communicable diseases and the WUSD Summer School Safety Plan
- Discussion of policy 5322 on student demonstrations and protests
- New procedures 4133.1 and 5414.1 for communicable diseases
- Minor revisions to policies on veterans diplomas, board officers, legal counsel, consultants, board member authority, development, compensation, code of ethics, and conflict of interest
- Next meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Dr. Jarred Burke Forum
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is gathering to attend a public forum featuring superintendent finalist Dr. Jarred Burke. The board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action during this gathering; it is informational only.
- Public forum for superintendent finalist Dr. Jarred Burke
- Gathering at Watertown High School Media Center, 825 Endeavour Drive, Watertown
- No governmental business or formal action to be taken
Special Board Meeting - REVISED
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting in closed session to conduct an expulsion hearing for a specific student and consider possible board action on the expulsion. The meeting is closed under Wisconsin state statutes for personnel and disciplinary matters, with the board reconvening to open session afterward.
- Closed session for expulsion hearing of Student "A"
- Possible board action on expulsion after closed session
- Meeting held at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Dr. Ryan Krohn Forum
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is gathering to attend a public forum featuring superintendent finalist Dr. Ryan Krohn. The board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action during this gathering.
- Public forum for superintendent finalist Dr. Ryan Krohn
- Gathering at Watertown High School Media Center, 825 Endeavour Drive, Watertown
- No formal action or governmental business to be conducted
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting in closed session. The session is scheduled to include interviews for the position of Superintendent.
- Superintendent interviews
Special Board Meeting
The Board of Education will meet in a closed session to conduct interviews for the position of Superintendent. The meeting is also authorized to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data for public employees.
- Superintendent interviews
- Closed session regarding employee compensation or performance evaluation
Regular Monthly Board Meeting - REVISED
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting to recognize several retiring staff members. The agenda also includes strategic discussions regarding ESSER III funding, safety drill evaluations, and the profile for a new superintendent.
- Recognition of 15 retiring staff members via resolutions #9109 through #9123
- Strategic discussion on ESSER III funding proposal
- Discussion regarding the new Superintendent profile
- Review of safety drill evaluations
- Approval of April 25, 2022, meeting minutes
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Watertown Area Public Schools Fiscal Management Committee will discuss payment reports, budget timelines, and various equipment quotes. The meeting includes discussions on wireless controllers, data center upgrades, and special education Chromebook purchases.
- Review of US Bank credit card details and check run reports
- Discussion of wireless controllers and data center upgrade quotes
- Review of RMS Soft Water quotes from March
- Discussion regarding Spec Ed Chromebook purchases
- Review of student and building fees and rental rates
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on May 16, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom. The committee will discuss consent agenda items, 2022-23 support staff notices of continuing employment, and summer school staff, all tied to resolutions for the May 23 board meeting. It will then enter a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) to consider educator compensation and an individual retirement proposal, before reconvening in open session. The next meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2022, at 5:30 p.m.
- Consent agenda discussion with Resolution 5-23-22.pdf
- 2022-23 Support Staff Notices of Continuing Employment (Resolution 5-23-22 Support Staff.pdf)
- Summer School Staff (Resolution 5-23-22 Summer School.pdf)
- Closed session on educator compensation update and individual retirement proposal
- Next meeting: June 20, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
Planning Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee will meet to discuss the 2021-2022 WUSD District Scorecard. The committee will also receive an update on the Board Retreat and discuss district processes for community communication and involvement.
- Discussion of WUSD District Scorecard 2021-2022
- Board Retreat update
- Discussion regarding District Process of Community Communication/Involvement
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Educational Services Committee will meet to review several educational reports. The agenda includes a presentation on the Ready-Set-Go 2022-23 elementary program and a research study proposal for WHS ELA adoption.
- Ready-Set-Go 2022-23 Elementary presentation
- WHS ELA Adoption 2022-23 Research Study Proposal
- Teaching and Learning Report Q&A
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Board of Education met to elect new officers, including President, Vice President, Clerk, and Treasurer. The meeting also included resolutions to recognize outgoing board members for their service.
- Election of Board President, Vice President, Clerk, and Treasurer
- Appointment of a Deputy Clerk
- Selection of a CESA 2 Delegate
- Resolution #9094: Recognition of Steve Kauffeld for 9 years of service
- Resolution #9095: Recognition of Katie Najarian for 1 year of service
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to hear finalist presentations from superintendent search firms, discuss the 2022-23 staffing plan and teacher contract resolution, and enter closed session for employment-related matters. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Superintendent search firm finalist presentations (HYA and McPherson & Jacobson proposals attached)
- 2022-23 staffing plan discussion
- 2022-23 teacher contract resolution discussion
- Closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee performance/compensation data
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Watertown Area Public Schools Fiscal Management Committee will meet to discuss various financial reports and projects. The agenda includes reviewing bids for the RMS gym floor replacement and discussing a summer school grant from GWCHF.
- Review of RMS Gym Floor Replacement bids from Baseman Bros., Baseman Floors, and Schmidt Custom Flooring
- Discussion of Summer School Grant from GWCHF
- Review of Payment Report including US Bank credit card details and fiscal check reports
- Review of Variance Reports for Fund 10 and Fund 27
- Update on Food Service Fund Balance
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on April 18, 2022, to discuss consent agenda items, summer school contracts, and a compassionate leave policy. The committee will also enter closed session to consider individual employee matters, including a retirement proposal and an extended leave of absence request.
- Consent agenda resolution (Resolution 4-25-22.pdf)
- Summer school contracts resolution (Resolution 4-28-22 Summer School.pdf)
- Compassionate leave discussion
- Closed session for employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance data
- Retirement proposal and extended leave of absence request (individual)
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to discuss the ESSER III planning process and potentially enter closed session to deliberate a real estate transaction. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.
- Discussion of ESSER III planning process
- Potential real estate transaction (closed session)
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
- Meeting held at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several items, including updates to the district's safety plan, a board goal on enrollment growth with a follow-up on an advertising campaign, a proposal for a K-12 mathematics curriculum review/research study, and teaching and learning updates. The meeting is primarily for discussion and information, with no formal votes listed.
- WUSD Safety Plan Updates
- Board Goal – Enrollment Growth, including Vendi Advertising Presentation/eCampus Ad Campaign follow-up
- K-12 Mathematics Curriculum Review/Research Study Proposal
- Teaching and Learning Updates
Board of Education Notice: WUSD School Board Member Vacancy
Board member Jennifer Bakke has submitted her resignation effective April 15, 2022. The Board of Education is seeking applicants to fill the limited-term vacancy through April 2023.
- Resignation of Board member Jennifer Bakke
- Application deadline for vacancy: April 18, 2022
- Public address of interested applicants at April 25, 2022 meeting
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss the superintendent search. The agenda includes opening procedures, public input, and adjournment, with the main discussion item being the superintendent search.
- Superintendent search discussion
- Public input sessions
- Meeting held at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education met to approve several resolutions, including a new literacy curriculum for Riverside Middle School. The Board also accepted a $30,000 challenge grant for mental health programs and approved a 10-year capital improvement plan.
- Approved Wit and Wisdom ELA curriculum adoption for Riverside Middle School
- Accepted $30,000 WEA Member Benefits Association challenge grant for social emotional learning
- Approved the 10 Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Reviewed building safety drill evaluations for multiple district schools
- Approved various personnel appointments and resignations
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The committee will review payment reports, variance reports, and multi-year budget projections. Discussions include potential uses for the $1.9 million Capital Improvement Trust Fund and updates on school maintenance.
- Review of 10 Year Capital Improvement Plan including parking lots, gym floor repairs, and soft water upgrades
- Maintenance bids for multiple school parking lots
- Discussion of soft water quotes at RMS
- Review of district-wide vehicle inventory and potential replacements
- Potential purchase of elementary school copiers totaling over $20,000
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education's Human Resources Committee will meet on March 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom. The committee will discuss the consent agenda, proposed policy language for the HR Committee role (Policy 8140), a substitute bonus program and current attendance, and the timeline for the annual employee satisfaction survey. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 18, 2021, at 5:30 p.m.
- Discussion of substitute bonus program and current attendance
- Review of proposed Policy 8140 language for HR Committee role
- Timeline for 2021-22 annual employee satisfaction survey
- Consent agenda discussion
- Next meeting set for April 18, 2021 (date as listed in agenda)
Policy Review Committee Meeting
The Policy Review Committee is meeting to discuss several school district policies. The agenda includes discussions on field trip guidelines, chaperone selection, and various board meeting procedures.
- Discussion of policy 6320 regarding Field Trips and related guidelines
- Discussion of policy 6321 regarding Extended Field Trips and Foreign Study Tours
- Review of minor revisions to policies for Board Member Resignations, Regular Board Meetings, Special Board Meetings, Closed Sessions, and Virtual Board Meetings
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee will discuss the WUSD Safety Plan update, the Schurz AGR semi-annual report, and a literacy curriculum adoption presentation for Riverside Middle School. These are discussion and information items, not final decisions.
- WUSD Safety Plan update (February 2022)
- Schurz AGR semi-annual report (fall/winter 2022)
- RMS literacy adoption presentation (ELA curriculum)
- Next meeting: April 12, 2022 at 7:30 a.m.
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting on March 3, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will enter closed session to conduct an expulsion hearing for a student, citing Wisconsin statutes on personnel and student disciplinary matters. The board will reconvene in open session to announce findings and order.
- Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) and (a) for personnel/student matters
- Expulsion hearing of Student 'A'
- Reconvene to open session for findings of fact and order
- Meeting at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, including strategic discussions on the 2022-23 budget drivers, budget calendar, and enrollment projections, as well as a Safe Schools Update. The board will also receive reports from the superintendent and committees, and act on a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, committee summaries, and personnel changes.
- Discussion of 2022-23 budget drivers, budget calendar, and enrollment projections
- Safe Schools Update presentation by Superintendent Schug
- Approval of personnel changes including retirements, resignations, and appointments
- Approval of minutes from January 24 and February 23, 2022 meetings
- Approval of committee summaries from February 2022
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting (MOVED TO 5:00 P.M.)
The Watertown Unified School District Fiscal Management Committee will meet on Feb. 23, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. to discuss and receive reports on payments, budget variances, and the 2022-2023 budget timeline, drivers, and enrollment projections. The committee will also consider furniture vendor selection, receive an ESSER III update (with a report due June 30, 2022), and hear a marketing campaign proposal from Vendi. The next meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2021, at 5:30 p.m.
- Payment Report with credit card and fiscal check details
- Variance Report for Funds 10 and 27
- 2022-2023 budget timeline, drivers, and enrollment projections
- Furniture vendor selection
- Marketing campaign proposal by Vendi presented by Dr. Dave Vitale
Special Board Meeting (Rescheduled from February 22, 2022)
The Board of Education scheduled a special meeting to conduct closed session hearings regarding the expulsion of two students, identified as Student "A" and Student "B". The board will also reconvene in open session to present findings of fact, conclusions, and orders.
- Expulsion hearing for Student "A" (Closed Session)
- Expulsion hearing for Student "B" (Closed Session)
- Presentation of Findings of Fact, Conclusions, and Order to students and guardians
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss a consent agenda and conduct negotiations planning. The committee also contemplates entering into a closed session.
- Review of Consent Agenda Draft 2-21-22
- Negotiations planning in closed session
Planning Committee Meeting
The Watertown Area Public Schools Planning Committee is meeting to discuss refinements to the district scorecard and leading indicators. The committee will also continue reviewing and editing the description for Policy 8140 regarding Board Committees.
- Discussion of Scorecard Refinement and Leading Indicators
- Review and editing of Planning Committee Description (Policy 8140)
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on February 8, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown, with a virtual option via Zoom. The committee will discuss and receive information on WUSD Safety Plan updates, an instructional software inventory, and a teaching and learning update with Q&A. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022.
- WUSD Safety Plan Updates (discussion/information)
- WUSD Instructional Software Inventory Discussion
- Teaching and Learning Update Q&A with February 2022 report
- Next meeting date: March 8, 2022, 7:30 a.m.
Regular Monthly Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, featuring strategic discussions on the 2020-21 audit report, open enrollment seat availability for 2022-23, and a Safe Schools update. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent and committees, and act on a consent agenda including personnel changes and bill approvals.
- Review of 2020-21 audit report by Hawkins, Ash CPAs
- Open enrollment seat availability for 2022-23
- Safe Schools update presentation
- Approval of personnel changes including retirements, resignations, and appointments
- Approval of bills
Fiscal Management Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss financial reports, an audit, and long-term fiscal strategies. Items include a debt refunding update, a 10-year capital improvement plan, and updates on furniture and tutoring contracts. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Review of 2020-2021 audit report and financial statements
- Debt refunding update for referendum debt (Fund 39) and non-referendum debt (Fund 38)
- 10-year Capital Improvement Plan using Fund 46 balance of approximately $1,900,000
- WHS furniture update: quotes from Emmons Business Interiors, Marshfield Stationery and Books, and KI; $200,000 of $280,000 awarded received
- eCampus promotional campaign RFP update and online tutoring follow-up
Human Resources Committee Meeting
The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several human resources items. These include a consent agenda, proposals for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), starting pay for cleaners, calendar changes for asynchronous days, and incentives for substitute assignments. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.
- Consent agenda (Resolution 1-24-22 B.pdf)
- Employee Assistance Program proposals from Aurora and Empathia
- Starting pay for cleaners
- Calendar changes for asynchronous days
- Incentives for substitute assignments
Special Board Meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting on January 12, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will enter closed session to discuss a personnel matter, citing Wisconsin statutes for confidential discussions. The board will reconvene in open session and adjourn.
- Closed session for personnel matter under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) and (a)
- Meeting held at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
- Zoom access provided for remote participation
Educational Services Committee Meeting
The Educational Services Committee will discuss updates to the Watertown Unified School District safety plan and strategic plan, including technology initiatives. They will also review the Teaching and Learning Report and open enrollment seats for students with disabilities. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no final votes expected.
- WUSD Safety Plan Updates
- eCampus promotional campaign RFP review
- CBRS broadband network pilot with Madison College
- RFP for internet/phone service at LEAP
- Server/data center consolidation and ransomware protection