Albany County School District #1, WY

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education held a business meeting on September 10, 2025 to consider agenda approvals, consent items, financial reports, policy adoptions, and new business items. The board approved a $6,250 change order for the LHS boiler refurbishment and authorized an RFP for a commercial contractor to provide grounds maintenance services. Additional actions included adopting Policy 8002 (Acceptable Use) on second reading, adopting Policy 1002 (Vision, Mission, and Values) on first reading, and accepting several donations for LHS athletics and golf programs.

• Approve $6,250 change order for LHS boiler refurbishment (Major Maintenance)
• Approve RFP for commercial contractor for grounds maintenance services (Budget Source: Grounds Maintenance)
• Approve Policy 8002 Acceptable Use on second reading
• Approve Policy 1002 Vision, Mission, and Values on first reading
• Accept $10,000 donation from Tracy Richardson & Amber Fazio to LHS Boys Basketball

The Board of Education approved several policy updates and a request for proposals for grounds maintenance. Financial reports were approved with an amendment to remove the Cook Center line item.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports with Cook Center line item removed (7-2)
• Approved Policy 8002, Acceptable Use on second reading (8-0)
• Approved Policy 1002, Vision, Mission, and Values on first reading (8-0)
• Approved RFP for commercial contractor for grounds maintenance services (7-1)
• Approved change order for LHS Boiler Refurbishment (8-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel matters (8-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION RETREAT

The board will hold a retreat to discuss self-evaluation, goals, and non-policy strategies. Key discussions include a review of Vision 2030 goals and anti-racism work, an update on the comprehensive guidance/coaching model, and committee assignments. No voting items are scheduled; all agenda items are discussions or information updates.

• Discussion of Vision 2030 goals and anti-racism work
• Update on Comprehensive Guidance/Coaching Model by Dr. Goldhardt
• Review and possible changes to committee assignments
• Board self-evaluation and goal setting
• Student civic engagement and advocacy discussion

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Education is deciding on several policy updates, including weapons and personnel leave. The board is also approving financial reports and requesting proposals for real estate services to sell district-owned property.

• Adoption of Policy 4023 (Weapons), Policy 5031 (Paid Time Off & Medical Leave Bank), and Policy 5033 (Personnel Leave Other)
• Request for proposals for real estate brokerage services to market and sell district-owned property
• First reading of new Policy 8002 regarding Acceptable Use
• Adoption of the Wyoming Region 3 Hazard Mitigation Plan 2025 Update
• Donations: $2,000 to Rock River School, $3,000 to Laramie High School FFA, and $2,000 to Laramie High School FCCLA

The Board of Education approved several updated policies regarding weapons and personnel leave, including an amendment to increase miscarriage leave to three weeks. The Board also authorized a request for proposals for real estate brokerage services to sell district-owned property.

• Adopted Policy 4023, Weapons (7-0)
• Adopted Policy 5031, Paid Time Off & Medical Leave Bank (7-0)
• Adopted Policy 5033, Personnel Leave Other (7-0)
• Amended Policy 5033 to change miscarriage leave from 5 days to 3 weeks (7-0)
• Approved RFP for real estate brokerage services to market and sell district property (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy 8002, Acceptable Use (7-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports and payment of bills (7-0)
• Approved federal and state grants financial report (7-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Albany County School District Board of Education will discuss student feedback and project-based learning initiatives. The session includes a presentation on pathway indicators and a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda. The board will also hold an executive session for personnel matters.

• Presentation on Project-Based Learning by Dr. Kniss
• Discussion on Student Feedback and next steps
• Review of Key Indicators for K-12 by Dr. Goldhart
• Review of Draft Business Meeting Agenda
• Executive Session for personnel matters

The Board of Education held a work session featuring presentations on project-based learning, student feedback, and K-12 pathway indicators. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting. The board voted to enter an executive session to discuss personnel.

• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel (6-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING - BOARD VACANCY INTERVIEWS

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a special meeting to interview candidates for an open board seat. The session is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on July 16, 2025, at the Administration Office Board Room.

• Interviews for Todd Antepenko, Sophia Gomelsky, and Megan Selheim
• Presentation of candidate letters
• Meeting location: Administration Office, Board Room

The Board of Education held a special meeting to interview candidates for a board vacancy. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and adopted several policies. The board also approved budget amendments transferring $500,000 to a technology reserve and $500,000 to a construction reserve.

• Adopted 2025-2026 fiscal year budget
• Transferred $500,000 to special reserve depreciation fund
• Transferred $500,000 to special reserve special building fund
• Adopted Policy 4018, Administration of Medication at School
• Adopted Policy 5050, Firearms on School Property

The Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and authorized two $500,000 transfers from the general fund for technology and construction. Several school policies regarding medication, firearms, and weapons were adopted or advanced. The Board also appointed Sophia Gomelsky to fill a board vacancy.

• Approved 2025-2026 fiscal year budget (8-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 budget amendments and $1M in transfers for technology and construction (8-0)
• Appointed Sophia Gomelsky to fill board vacancy (8-0)
• Adopted Policy 4018 (Administration of Medication at School) on third reading (8-0)
• Adopted Policy 5050 (Firearms on School Property) on third reading (8-0)
• Approved Policy 4023 (Weapons) on second reading (8-0)
• Approved MGT contract for elementary school boundary adjustments analysis (8-0)
• Approved contracts with WSBA for culture and climate survey and NSPRA for SCOPE survey (8-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education holds a work session to review the budget, discuss the draft agenda for the next regular meeting, receive committee updates, and consider new items. The board then adjourns to executive session under state statute for possible litigation and board vacancy application review.

• Budget review (information item, no dollar amounts specified)
• Committee updates from various board committees
• Draft agenda review for upcoming regular board meeting
• Motion to adjourn to executive session for possible litigation and board vacancy application (carried unanimously)

The Board of Education conducted a work session consisting of budget, agenda, and committee reviews. The only formal action taken was a motion to enter executive session.

• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for litigation and board vacancy application review (8-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District Board of Education approved several consent agenda items, including awarding propane supplier contracts and approving monthly financial reports. The board also completed first and second readings on several policies, including one regarding firearms on school property, and approved a $750,600 bid for a cooling addition at Slade Elementary School.

• Awarded propane supplier bids to Legacy Coop Association ($1.28/gal) and Blakeman Propane ($1.24/gal)
• Approved $750,600 bid for Slade Elementary School Cooling Addition contingent on funds
• Approved Recreation Mill Resolution for fiscal year 2025-2026 1 Mill Levy
• Completed second reading on Policy 4018 (Administration of Medication) and Policy 5050 (Firearms on School Property)
• Approved monthly financial reports and federal and state grants reports

The Board of Education approved a construction bid for Slade Elementary and a 1 mill levy for recreation for FY 2025-2026. Several school policies regarding medication, weapons, and personnel leave were approved on first or second readings. The Board also approved an addendum to the Superintendent's employment contract.

• Approved $750,600 bid to Climate Control, LLC for Slade Elementary School Cooling Addition (7-0)
• Approved Recreation Mill Resolution for FY 2025-2026 1 Mill Levy (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent's employment contract addendum (7-0)
• Approved Policy 4018, Administration of Medication at School, on second reading (7-0)
• Approved Policy 4023, Weapons, on first reading (6-0)
• Approved Policy 5050, Firearms on School Property, on second reading (7-0)
• Approved Policy 5031, Paid Time Off & Medical Leave Bank, on first reading (7-0)
• Approved Policy 5033, Personnel Leave Other, on first reading (7-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Board of Education will hold a work session on June 4, 2025. The meeting includes an adjournment to an executive session specifically for the purpose of the superintendent's evaluation.

• Adjournment to executive session for superintendent's evaluation

The Board of Education conducted a work session on June 4, 2025. The board adjourned into executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned to Executive Session for personnel purposes

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved a $1.2 million contract to demolish Old Slade Elementary School and a $93,363 contract for athletic trainer services at Laramie High School. The board also adopted two new policies and approved a contract amendment for food service management.

• Approve bid for demolition of Old Slade Elementary ($1,200,000)
• Approve bid for Laramie High School Athletic Trainer Services ($93,363)
• Approve Sodexo Food Service Management contract amendment
• Adopt Policy 2015, Food Service
• Adopt Policy 8005, Social Media

The Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 preliminary budget and a $1.2 million contract for the demolition and abatement of the old Slade Elementary School. Members also adopted policies regarding food service and social media and approved several service contracts.

• Approved $1.2M demolition and abatement bid for 'Old' Slade Elementary to All Pro Enviromental Services
• Approved 2025-2026 preliminary budget
• Approved $93,363 contract for Laramie High School Athletic Trainer Services to Premier Bone and Joint Centers
• Adopted Policy 2015 (Food Service) on third reading
• Adopted Policy 8005 (Social Media) on third reading
• Approved first reading of Policy 4018 (Administration of Medication at School) and Policy 5050 (Firearms on School Property)
• Approved Sodexo Food Service Management contract amendment
• Approved Laramie High School uniform replacement bid

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will discuss the preliminary budget for the 2025-2026 school year and review presentations from the University of Wyoming Psychology Department and Rock River/Whiting High School. The session will conclude with a motion to enter an executive session for personnel matters.

• Preliminary budget review for FY26
• University of Wyoming Psychology Department presentation
• Rock River/Whiting High School capstone project presentation
• Personnel executive session
• Salary placement schedules for FY25-26

The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring presentations on district partnerships and student projects. The board reviewed the preliminary budget and a draft agenda. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded outside of adjourning to executive session.

• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel matters (8-0)

EMPLOYEE MEET AND CONFER MEETING - INTEREST BASED BARGAINING

The Albany County School District #1 will hold an employee meet-and-confer meeting to discuss proposed salary schedules and health insurance renewal options for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Review of WEBT health insurance renewal packet
• Discussion of proposed salary placement schedules
• Presentation on proposed raises for certified, classified, and administrative staff

BOARD OF EDUCATION - COMMUNITY FORUM

The Board of Education is holding a community forum to review Policy 4023 (Weapons) and discuss HB0172 and related state law on firearm concealed carry on school grounds. Public comment will be taken for 50 minutes, followed by discussion of next steps. The forum is informational and no formal vote is scheduled.

• Policy 4023 Weapons review and attached documents on concealed carry
• Discussion of HB0172 and Wyoming Statute 6-8-104
• 50-minute public comment period
• Review of UW Regulation 6-4 and campus-carry FAQs

The meeting consisted of a policy review, public comment, and closing remarks. No substantive decisions were recorded.

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District Board of Education approved the Centennial School alternative calendar, WEBT health and dental insurance plans for 2025-2026, and new math and reading textbooks. The board also adopted wellness and food service policies and approved several donations.

• Approve Centennial School alternative calendar
• Approve WEBT health and dental insurance for 2025-2026
• Approve $225,500 for emergency bus replacement
• Adopt Policy 4045, Wellness
• Approve new math and reading textbooks

The Board of Education approved several financial expenditures, including a bus replacement and heating plant renovation change order. Members also adopted a wellness policy and approved health and dental insurance providers and rates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

• Approved Emergency Bus Replacement from Elder Equipment for $225,500.00
• Approved WEBT as Health and Dental Insurance provider and deductible plans for 2025-2026
• Approved WEBT health and dental insurance rates for 2025-2026
• Adopted Policy 4045, Wellness (third reading)
• Approved Change Order for Laramie High School Heating Plant Renovation for $9,500.00
• Approved Centennial School alternative calendar
• Approved LMS & RR 6-8 math, LHS AP Biology, LHS & WHS Practical Reading, and LHS math materials
• Approved second readings for Policy 2015 (Food Service) and Policy 8005 (Social Media)

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a work session to review student absenteeism trends and a device buy-back program. The meeting will also include a review of the draft board meeting agenda and a discussion of new items. The session will conclude with an executive session regarding personnel and potential litigation.

• Student absenteeism overview and trends presentation
• Device buy-back program presentation
• Review of draft board meeting agenda
• Discussion of new items for review
• Executive session for personnel and potential litigation

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review student absenteeism, a tech buy-back program, and a draft agenda for a future meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

At the March 12, 2025 business meeting, the Albany County School District #1 board approved the agenda, consent items, several policy readings, and the monthly financial reports. The board also accepted a $422,851 contract to replace the Rock River School roof, a $32,000 repair contract for Cottonwood Elementary, authorized the liquidation of six district properties, and approved changing Beitel Elementary to a school resource center.

• Accept $422,851 bid for Rock River Roof Replacement with Gem City Roofing
• Accept $32,000 bid for Cottonwood Elementary repairs with Rowe Construction Services LLP
• Approve liquidation of North 15th Street, Laramie River, Rock River ACSD#5, Old Slade, Valley View Elementary, and Harmony Elementary Teacherage properties
• Approve change of use for Beitel Elementary School to a school resource center
• Approve the 2026‑2027 academic calendar

The Board approved the liquidation of six real properties and the conversion of Beitel Elementary School into a school resource center. Facility improvements were approved for Rock River and Cottonwood Elementary. The Board also adopted the 2026-2027 academic calendar and several policy readings.

• Approved liquidation of North 15th Street, Laramie River, Rock River ACSD#5, Old Slade, Valley View Elementary, and Harmony Elementary Teacherage properties (8-0)
• Approved changing Beitel Elementary School to a school resource center (8-0)
• Accepted bid from Rowe Construction Services LLP for Cottonwood Elementary Repairs for $32,000.00 (8-0)
• Accepted Gem City Roofing bid for Rock River Roof Replacement with Alternate 1 (8-0)
• Approved SY 2026-2027 Academic Calendar (8-0)
• Approved second reading of Policy 4045, Wellness (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy 2015, Food Service and Policy 8005, Social Media (8-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (6-1-1)

EMPLOYEE MEET AND CONFER MEETING - INTEREST BASED BARGAINING

The Albany County School District #1 employee meet and confer meeting covers informational updates on the FY26 budget process, health insurance, a lawsuit victory, and legislative session. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed as information-only.

• FY26 Budget overview of process presented by Trystin Green
• Health insurance overview presented by Trystin Green
• Lawsuit victory update regarding Trystin Green
• Legislative session update/review

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

The Board of Education is meeting for a work session to review a presentation and discuss district property. The session includes a review of a draft agenda for a future board meeting.

• Linford presentation on 'Play, Write'
• Discussion regarding energy, utilities, and property/land
• Review of draft board meeting agenda
• Information on Pinnacle Awards
• Executive session for personnel and potential litigation

The Board of Education held a work session consisting of presentations and discussions. The only formal action taken was a motion to enter executive session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel and potential litigation (8-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved monthly financial reports, a draft wellness policy, and early graduation requests. The meeting also included a presentation on student forecasting and a discussion regarding the demolition of the Original Cottonwood School.

• Approve monthly financial reports and bill payments
• Approve first reading of Policy 4045, Wellness
• Approve 2025-2026 Rec Mill requests
• Approve early graduation requests
• Approve stipulated agreement in executive session

The Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 Rec Mill requests and monthly financial reports. Members also approved the first reading of the Wellness Policy (Policy 4045) and a stipulated agreement during executive session.

• Approved 2025-2026 Rec Mill requests (8-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports and payment of bills (8-0)
• Approved federal and state grants financial report (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy 4045, Wellness (8-0)
• Approved stipulated agreement in executive session (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations, student trips, and early graduation requests (8-0)
• Approved minutes from January 7, January 15 (Business), and January 15 (Executive) meetings (8-0)

BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION

This is a work session with no formal votes expected. The board will receive a presentation on the Dual Language Immersion program at Slade Elementary, an update on the DLI lottery, and information on the old Slade property. A legislative bill review and discussion of upcoming agendas are also scheduled.

• Dual Language Immersion program presentation from Slade Elementary
• Lottery update for the Dual Language Immersion program
• Update on the old Slade property
• Legislative bill review and discussion

The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring a presentation on Dual Language Immersion at Slade and updates regarding the DLI lottery and the old Slade property. The session also included a review of legislative bills and the draft agenda for the upcoming meeting. No substantive decisions were made.

EMPLOYEE MEET AND CONFER MEETING - INTEREST BASED BARGAINING

The Albany County School District #1 is holding a meet and confer meeting regarding interest-based bargaining. The agenda includes discussions on non-salary items, policy updates, initial health insurance information, and a review of the budgeting process.

• Discussion of non-salary items
• Policy updates
• Initial health insurance information
• Review of budgeting process

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 course catalogs for Laramie High School and Middle School, approved a $5,000 donation to student lunch debts, and set retirement incentive amounts. The board also adopted a new graduation requirements policy and appointed a representative to the Rec Mill Board.

• Approve SY 25-26 Course Catalogues for Laramie High School and Laramie Middle School
• Approve early notice incentive for certified employees ($5,000 retirement, $3,000 resignation)
• Approve $5,000 donation to Feed it Forward Program from Canterbury House
• Adopt Policy 4030, Graduation Requirements
• Appoint Janice Marshall to Albany County Rec Mill Board

The Board of Education approved the SY 25-26 course catalogues for Laramie High and Middle Schools and adopted Policy 4030 regarding graduation requirements. The board also approved monthly and grant financial reports and appointed Janice Marshall to the Albany County Rec Mill Board.

• Adopted Policy 4030, Graduation Requirements (9-0)
• Approved SY 25-26 Course Catalogues for Laramie High School and Laramie Middle School (9-0)
• Appointed Janice Marshall to Albany County Rec Mill Board for a 5-year term (9-0)
• Approved early notice incentives for certified employees: $5,000 for retirement, $3,000 for continuing contract resignation, $1,000 for initial contract resignation (8-1)
• Approved monthly financial reports and payment of bills (9-0)
• Approved federal and state grants financial report (9-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (9-0)
• Accepted $5,000 donation to Feed it Forward Program from Campus Ministry, Canterbury House of the Episcopal Church

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education will hold a special meeting to discuss upcoming legislation and bills with state legislators. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the session is solely for discussion.

• Discussion with legislators on upcoming education-related legislation and bills

The Board of Education met for a special session to discuss upcoming legislation and bills. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING - PUBLIC HEARING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education is convening a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the potential closure of the UW Lab School. The session includes a roll call, the public hearing, and a period for audience communications before adjournment.

• Public hearing on UW Lab School closure
• Roll call and audience communications
• Meeting at Administration Office, Board Room

The Board of Education conducted a special meeting for a public hearing regarding the UW Lab School closure. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING

The Albany County School District #1 Board of Education met on December 11, 2024, to approve monthly financial reports that authorize routine district payments for payroll, utilities, insurance, and automatic bills. The board adopted two new policies setting operational rules for high school booster clubs, parent organizations, and federal program time tracking records. Officers were elected to lead the board through the next term, and the fiscal year 2023-24 CPA audit report was accepted.

• Adopted Policy 2024 governing high school booster clubs and parent-teacher organizations
• Adopted new Policy 5017 establishing time distribution records for federal programs
• Approved monthly financial reports and pre-authorized payroll, insurance, utilities, and automatic payments
• Accepted the fiscal year 2023-24 CPA audit report
• Received $1,000 donations from the First Lady's Hunger Initiative (Little Wizards Childcare Program) and the John P. Ellbogen Foundation (Rock River School)

The Board of Education approved the closure of the UW Lab School and the transition of students to home boundary schools. The board also elected its officers and adopted several new district policies.

• Approved closure of UW Lab School effective 2025-2026 school year (7-2)
• Elected Beth Bear as Chair, Carrie Murthy as Vice Chair, Janice Marshall as Clerk, and Nate Martin as Treasurer
• Adopted Policy 2024 regarding High School Booster Clubs, PTOs, and PTAs
• Adopted Policy 5017 for Time Distribution Records for Federal Programs
• Approved second reading of Policy 4030 regarding Graduation Requirements
• Accepted the 23-24 CPA Audit Report
• Approved monthly financial reports and federal/state grants financial report
• Approved SY 25-26 Course Catalogue for Whiting High School, Rock River Jr High, and Rock River High School