Lower Kuskokwim School District public meetings in 2021
96 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education is meeting in regular session to discuss and act on a range of items, including several grant sub-awards, a fuel contract, and the purchase of teacher housing. The board also plans to enter executive session for personnel, legal, and financial matters. Most action items were approved by unanimous vote.
- Approved purchase of two teacher housing units in Mertarvik for up to $520,000
- Approved MOA with Alaska Research and Evaluation Services for $63,733 (ANE grant)
- Approved MOA with ASDN for $73,220 (ANE grant) and $1,212,049 (GEAR UP grant)
- Approved MOA with Orutsararmiut Native Council for $1,411,394 (ALIS grant)
- Approved 2022 fuel bid contract with Crowley Fuels, LLC
Kipnuk ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chief Paul Memorial School Advisory School Board is holding a regular meeting on December 15, 2021, in Kipnuk, AK. The agenda is largely procedural, covering routine items like call to order, quorum, minutes, and reports. The board may enter an executive session to discuss specific personnel and disciplinary matters, including evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary action, classified staff hiring, and potential removal of board members. Staff and student attendance reports are listed, but many are marked as pending or N/A due to COVID-19, and the community is noted as being on lockdown with all students on remote learning.
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session on student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session on classified staff hire recommendation (BP 8242)
- Staff attendance reports for October 2020 marked N/A due to COVID-19 schedule
- Community in RED on lockdown; all students on remote learning due to COVID
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Elitnaurvik Advisory School Board held a regular meeting on December 14, 2021, in Kasigluk, AK. The board approved the agenda and adopted the November 11, 2021 minutes. They discussed an ice road as an action item and received the Site Administrator's report, which included a basketball schedule. The board also planned to enter executive session to discuss items such as administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member discipline.
- Approved agenda and adopted November 11, 2021 minutes
- Discussed ice road as an action item
- Received Site Administrator report with Kusko Delta League Basketball Schedule
- Planned executive session for administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member discipline
- Next meeting scheduled for January 18th at 5pm
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting via teleconference on December 6, 2021. The agenda includes procedural items, adoption of minutes and agenda, reports, and information items. The board may enter executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline or removal.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session for student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session for classified staff hire interview and recommendation (BP 8242)
- Adoption of November 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Public testimony via email due to COVID-19, limited to 3 minutes
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to review a long list of board policies, including those on board member roles, public statements, confidentiality, meetings, and extra-curricular activities. The meeting is a discussion, not a final decision, and no votes are listed on the agenda.
- Review of board policies BB 9000 through BB 9400, covering board member roles, duties, and governance
- Review of policies on public statements (BB 9010) and disclosure of confidential information (BB 9011)
- Review of policies on board meetings (BB 9320) and executive sessions (BB 9321)
- Review of policies on extra-curricular and co-curricular activities (AR/BP 6145)
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak Advisory School Board met in regular session and took action on several items. They approved the agenda and minutes, heard a student letter about school food portions and a parent request about kindergarten class size, and received a report on COVID-19 protocols. The board hired Dawson Erik as a Non-Instructional Aide and discussed the site administrator's performance.
- Hired Dawson Erik as Non-Instructional Aide
- Approved splitting kindergarten into two cohorts (A: 8:50am-12pm, B: 12:30-3:30pm) due to class size
- Heard student letters regarding amount of school food served
- Discussed site administrator performance input
- Next meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2021, at 6:00 PM virtually. The agenda includes routine items such as establishing a quorum, public comments, adopting minutes and the agenda, and receiving school reports. The board may also enter an executive session to discuss specific personnel and disciplinary matters, including site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline or removal.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session for student disciplinary action (BP 8235) or truancy (BP 5113)
- Possible executive session for classified staff hire interview (BP 8242)
- Possible executive session for disciplining ASB members (BP 8370, 8210)
- Possible executive session for removal of ASB member (BP 8133.1)
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is meeting to address several action items, including a new policy regarding sports on funeral days. The board will also hold an election for the position of Vice Chairman and conduct an evaluation of the Site Administrator in executive session.
- Action item: Policy regarding sports on funeral day
- Action item: Election of Vice Chairman
- Action item: Addressing an ASB vacancy
- Executive session: Evaluation of the Site Administrator
- Adoption of October 13, 2021, meeting minutes
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular meeting via teleconference on November 15, 2021. The board approved the minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved the evaluation of the Site Administrator. The meeting also included an executive session for potential discussion of personnel, student discipline, and board member matters.
- Approved evaluation of Site Administrator as executive officer of the Advisory School Board
- Adopted minutes from October 19, 2021 meeting
- Executive session authorized for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, board member discipline, and ASB member removal
- Public testimony accepted via email due to COVID-19 social distancing concerns
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting on November 15, 2021, via Zoom and in the LKSD Boardroom. The board voted unanimously to approve the Ayaprun Elitnaurvik Charter Renewal Application. The meeting also included the oath of office for newly elected board members and public comment.
- Approved Ayaprun Elitnaurvik Charter Renewal Application
- Administered Oath of Office to newly elected board members
- Public comment limited to agenda items (3 min max)
- Meeting held via Zoom and at 1004 Ron Edwards Way, Bethel, AK
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Elitnaurvik Advisory School Board met in regular session on November 11, 2021, at Akula Elitnaurvik in Kasigluk, AK. The board approved the agenda, adopted minutes from October 12 and 20, kept Arnold Brink as chairperson and Nicholai Larson as vice chair, and accepted the site administrator's report. The board also moved into executive session to discuss items such as evaluation of the site administrator, student disciplinary action, classified staff hiring, and potential removal of an ASB member. The meeting adjourned after the executive session.
- Approved agenda and adopted minutes from October 12 and 20 meetings
- Kept Arnold Brink as chairperson and Nicholai Larson as vice chair
- Accepted site administrator's report
- Moved into executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and ASB member removal
- Next meeting scheduled for December 14 at 5 p.m.
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board held its regular November meeting, adopting the agenda and minutes, then moving into executive session to discuss administrator evaluation, student disciplinary action, and other personnel matters. The board also received reports on COVID-19 protocols, maintenance, and staffing, including a vaccination clinic at the school gym.
- Executive session for administrator evaluation (BP 8244) and student discipline (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- COVID-19 update: 24 in quarantine, 22 remote as of Nov 5, 2021
- Vaccination clinic at school gym coordinated with YKHC and Diana Therchik
- New math teacher Jose Rey Pino hired; Luanne Manning returned
- Maintenance: building shed for four-wheelers, new exit signs, red truck fixed
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education is meeting in regular session to handle organizational matters, receive reports, and act on several items. Key actions include approving a budget revision for Kuskokwim Learning Academy, entering into agreements with the University of Wisconsin for an OELA grant sub-award not to exceed $89,426.88 and with ANSEP for up to $96,000, and approving the Indian Policies and Procedures document. The board also moved into executive session to discuss confidential matters such as personnel and litigation.
- Approved budget revision for Kuskokwim Learning Academy
- Approved MOA with University of Wisconsin for OELA grant sub-award up to $89,426.88
- Approved MOA with ANSEP Middle School Academy for up to $96,000
- Approved Indian Policies and Procedures document
- Approved NSBA conference participation for 2022
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board held a special meeting on October 27, 2021, at Nelson Island School. The board adopted the agenda, moved into executive session to discuss personnel and student matters, and approved the hiring of an Assistant NYO Coach. The meeting was adjourned after returning to regular session.
- Adopted the agenda (motion by Cecilia Chimiugak, second by Lousie Mark)
- Adjourned to executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member discipline
- Hired Theresa Therchik as Assistant NYO Coach (motion by Lousie Mark, second by Cecilia Chimiugak)
- Discussed hiring of Teacher Aide III in executive session
- Adjourned to regular meeting and then adjourned the meeting
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education is holding a work session to conduct board orientation, including a quiz and review of the FY22 organizational chart and principals list. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Board orientation with quiz
- Review of FY22 organizational chart
- Review of FY22 principals list
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular virtual meeting on October 26, 2021, at 6:00 pm. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and the agenda, plus reports from local schools. Discussion items cover migrant education, construction, a second reading of the BRHS dress code, and AK STEPP reports. Action items include electing remaining officers and a proposal for Bethel Archery, with a possible executive session for personnel and student disciplinary matters.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, and ASB member removal
- Discussion: BRHS Dress Code Reading 2
- Discussion: Construction Report
- Action: Election of Remaining Officers
- Action: Bethel Archery
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak ASB held a regular meeting, approving the agenda and prior minutes. They discussed the principal's report, including tutoring, staffing shortages, and plans for Elders to speak with students. The board entered executive session to review applicants and subsequently voted to hire two teacher aides. They also reviewed old and new business, including a working agreement and crisis management team.
- Hired Heather Mael as Teacher Aide III (Kinder) and Kiera Mesak as Teacher Aide III (Sub for 3rd Grade)
- Reviewed applicants for Kindergarten Teacher Aide III in executive session
- Discussed missing two certified teachers (1st and 3rd grade)
- Plan to have Elders speak to students, separated by gender and grade level
- ASB to continue calling students on chronic absentee list
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is holding a special session to conduct administrative actions. The meeting includes the appointment of an ASB member and the swearing-in of a new member.
- Appointment of ASB Member
- Swearing in of New ASB Member
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Elitnaurvik ASB held a work session to discuss working norms and the AK STEPP. The board voted to approve the Akula Elitnaurvik AK STEPP comprehensive plan.
- Approval of the Akula Elitnaurvik AK STEPP comprehensive plan
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board met to organize board leadership and approve previous minutes. The session included potential executive sessions for personnel evaluations, student discipline, and staff hiring.
- Election of Jennifer Henry as Vice President
- Election of Cecilia Chimiugak as Treasurer
- Election of Essie Charlie as Secretary
- Adoption of September 21, 2021, meeting minutes
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes procedural items, reports, and information items, and the board may enter executive session to discuss site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline or removal. Public testimony is encouraged via email due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session for student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session for classified staff hire interview and recommendation (BP 8242)
- Adoption of September 20, 2021, meeting minutes
- Information items include COVID-19 protocols and discipline plans
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee will meet to review a list of board policies, including those on nondiscrimination, service animals, and school closures. The meeting is scheduled for 5:15 PM on October 18, 2021, in the LKSD Boardroom and via Zoom.
- Review of BP 0410 Nondiscrimination In District Programs and Activities
- Review of BP 0411 Service Animals
- Review of BP 0530 Discontinuation or Closure of Schools
- Review of BP 0420 School-Based Management/Advisory School Boards
- Review of BP 0450 Crisis Response
Kipnuk ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chief Paul Memorial School Advisory School Board scheduled a special session for October 14, 2021. The agenda includes an executive session and several action items, though specific topics for these items are not listed in the document.
- Adoption of the agenda
- Executive session
- Action items
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on October 13, 2021, at 5:00 PM in Quinhagak, AK. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes, board member comments, and public comments, as well as discussion items on the School Improvement Plan, Special Revenue Funds, an ASB conference on October 23, and COVID mitigation strategies. The board may also enter executive session to discuss a new employee hire.
- Discussion of School Improvement Plan
- Discussion of Special Revenue Funds
- ASB Conference on October 23
- COVID mitigation strategies discussion
- Executive session for new employee
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Elitnaurvik Advisory School Board held a regular meeting on October 12, 2021, in Kasigluk, AK. They approved the agenda, adopted the September minutes, and swore in new members Arnold Brink Sr., Nicholai Larson, and Jamie Tinker. The board tabled a discussion on board terms and seating. The meeting included a site administrator report and adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
- Swearing in of new ASB members Arnold Brink Sr., Nicholai Larson, and Jamie Tinker
- Motion to table discussion on board terms and seating
- Adoption of September 14, 2021 minutes
- Site Administrator Report with FY22 parent-student-teacher agreement and parent engagement policy
- Next meeting scheduled for November 9th at 5 p.m.
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on September 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM in Quinhagak, AK. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, adoption of agenda and minutes, reports, communications, and new business. No specific substantive items or decisions are listed beyond standard administrative actions.
- Adoption of 08/18/21 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Site Administrator report
- Discussion of ASB agenda template
- Board member comments and concerns
- Election information
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board is meeting to review school reports, discuss Title I programs, and review the first draft of the BRHS dress code. The board will also address parent engagement policies and upcoming ASB elections.
- Discussion of Title I Meeting and ESEA Program feedback
- Review of BRHS Dress Code first draft
- Discussion regarding Parent Family Engagement Policies and Compacts
- Action item regarding an ASB resignation
- Discussion of ASB elections and open seats
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak ASB held a regular meeting on September 23, 2021, and made several decisions. They approved sports teams and travel for Basketball, NYO, and Cross-Country, and hired Elia Tulik as a Teacher Aide III. The board also discussed plans to address chronic absenteeism and rescheduled a staff inservice.
- Approved sports teams and travel for Basketball, NYO, and Cross-Country
- Hired Elia Tulik as Teacher Aide III
- Discussed calling parents of chronically absent students
- Rescheduled site inservice from September 25 to March or April
- Approved agenda and minutes from August 31 meeting
Nightmute ASB - Regular Meeting
The Nightmute Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on September 22, 2021, at the Negtemiut Elitnarviat. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and reports, but also allows for an executive session to discuss the site administrator's evaluation, student disciplinary actions, and other confidential matters. The board may also take action on applications and discuss a policy (BP/AR5141.42).
- Executive session possible for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244), student discipline (BP 8235, 5113), classified staff hire (BP 8242), board member discipline (BP 8370, 8210), and ASB member removal (BP 8133.1)
- Adoption of August 18, 2021 minutes
- SA report notes resignation of Ms. Berry, graduation status of seniors, and meal delivery issues due to weather
- Action item on applications
- Discussion of BP/AR5141.42
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board met in regular session on September 21, 2021, at Nelson Island School. The board voted to hire Nellie Charles as a cafeteria employee and approved a revision to the Nelson Island FY22 school calendar. The meeting also included an executive session covering site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member matters.
- Hired Nellie Charles as cafeteria employee (motion carried, Harry Tulik abstained)
- Approved revision of Nelson Island FY22 school calendar
- Adopted the meeting agenda
- Adjourned to executive session for personnel and disciplinary matters
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board (ASB) held a regular meeting via teleconference, approving the FY22 school goals and JAAMS hiring procedures. The board also adopted the previous meeting's minutes and the agenda, and discussed potential executive session topics including site administrator evaluation and student discipline. Public testimony was accepted via email due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Approved FY22 School Goals
- Approved JAAMS Hiring Procedures
- Adopted August 19, 2021 minutes
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation, student discipline, and staff hiring
- Public testimony via email due to COVID-19
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 15, 2021, in Bethel, Alaska, and via Zoom. The board took action on several items, including approving a lease for a bus barn, a resolution for teacher housing, and various policy revisions. They also discussed COVID-19 protocols and received reports on facilities, housing, and other topics.
- Approved MOA with Green Building Group for bus barn rental at $9,750/month for 2021-22 school year
- Approved Resolution 22-02 for teacher housing in Kasigluk-Akiuk up to $750,000
- Approved underfilled position for Bethel Facilities manager with David Sparck
- Approved policy revisions including BP 0520, AR 1312.1, BP 1340, BP 6146.3, AR 0410, BP 3515.5, and first reading of AR 5142.42
- Approved motion that unvaccinated board members not travel out of district with LKSD funds
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Advisory School Board met in regular session on September 14, 2021, at Akula Elitnaurvik in Kasigluk, AK. The board approved the 2021-22 discipline plan and the hosting of sporting events, and also discussed staffing positions in executive session. The meeting included procedural items such as agenda approval, minutes adoption, and adjournment.
- Approved the Akula Elitnaurvik Discipline Plan for the 2021-22 school year
- Approved hosting sporting events at the school
- Discussed staffing positions in executive session
- Heard a report from Amparo Faraon, HS Math/Science teacher
- Adopted the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the NMS (likely Nutrition Management System) food service presentation and a board self-evaluation action plan. The meeting is a discussion, not a decision-making session, and includes procedural welcome and adjournment items.
- Discussion of LKSD Food Service presentation (Fall 2021)
- Discussion of Board Self-Evaluation Action Plan for 2021-22
- Meeting held via Zoom and in person at 1004 Ron Edwards Way, Bethel, AK
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok School Advisory School Board is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items. The only action item is a review of the site discipline plan.
- Review of Site Discipline Plan
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board held a special meeting to conduct business in executive session. The board moved to select a NYO coach and discussed the upcoming October 2021 ASB election.
- Selection of NYO coach during executive session
- Discussion regarding the October 2021 ASB election
- Notice of Louise Mark's seat coming up for election
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak ASB met to discuss school staffing and upcoming activities. The board approved the hiring of Jadon Tunuchuk as an Intensive Needs Aide and voted to delay sports and travel due to COVID-19.
- Hiring of Jadon Tunuchuk as an Intensive Needs Aide
- Motion to hold off on sports and travel due to COVID-19 and village lockdowns
- Report of two vacant elementary positions covered by substitutes
- Introduction of new Site Administrator Jackie Ashmore
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board convened a special session on August 30, 2021, at the Nelson Island School. The agenda lists the selection of a NYO Coach as the primary executive session item. No other specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are detailed in the provided text.
- Selection of NYO Coach
- Actions resulting from Executive Session
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok ASB held a regular meeting on August 20, 2021. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and a site administrator report. New business topics include student activities, site hiring practices, and the School/Community Advocate position. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Discussion of Student Activities
- Review of Site Hiring Practice
- Discussion of School/Community Advocate Position
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular teleconference meeting on August 19, 2021. The board voted to approve the 090 COVID-19 Site Specific Prevention Plan and the FY22 JAAMS Meetings, Conferences, & Events calendar. Additionally, the board approved the results of an executive session regarding the hiring of classified staff and adopted the minutes from the May 3, 2021 meeting.
- Approval of 090 COVID-19 Site Specific Prevention Plan
- Approval of FY22 JAAMS Meetings, Conferences, & Events
- Approval of results from executive session on classified staff hire
- Adoption of May 3, 2021, Minutes
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board held a regular meeting on August 19, 2021, to approve several service contracts and update its 2021-2022 return-to-school protocols. Key decisions included authorizing a memorandum of agreement with iTutor for GEAR-UP grant services and approving a revised FY23 Capital Budget 6-Year Improvement Plan. The board also voted on restrictions for unvaccinated staff and students regarding travel and indoor activities based on recent health guidance.
- Approved MOA with iTutor for tutoring services up to $195,560 for the 2021-2022 school year
- Approved MOA with Dr. Sarah Angstman for EAP services up to $70,000 from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022
- Approved MOA with Yuut Elitnaurviat for dorm student meals up to $78,864 for the first semester
- Approved purchase of 2,740 Gumdrop SlimTech MacBook Air protective cases for $63,705.00
- Approved revised FY23 Capital Budget 6-Year Improvement Plan
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will review new business items including sports practice approvals and the 2021-2022 meeting schedule. The board will also conduct a District Safe Practices Audit and review the SA Report.
- Approval of sports practice
- Establishment of 2021-2022 ASB meeting schedule
- District Safe Practices Audit
- Adoption of April 13, 2021, meeting minutes
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board Policy Committee is meeting to discuss various board policies. The discussion includes reviews of policies regarding Title IX, school accountability, and access to district records.
- Review of AR 0410 Title IX Policy
- Review of BP 0520 School Accountability/School Improvement
- Review of AR 1312.1 Public Complaints Concerning School Personnel
- Review of BP 1340 Access to District Records
- Review of BP 3515.5 Use of School Safety Video Monitoring Systems and BP 6146.3 College and Career Readiness Assessments
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Elitnaurvik Advisory School Board met to approve the FY22 Smart Start Plan and a specific option for the classified staff hiring process. The board also reviewed the school's discipline plan, including cell phone policy. Potential executive session topics included staff evaluations and student disciplinary actions.
- Approval of the FY22 Akula Elitnaurvik Smart Start Plan
- Approval of hiring process option 1 for classified staff
- Review of Akula Elitnaurvik Discipline plan and Cell Phone Policy
- Discussion of budget revision
- Executive session regarding staffing positions
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting via Zoom on July 30, 2021. The board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions, and adjourned. No other substantive items were discussed.
- Approved consent agenda with certified personnel actions
- Meeting held via Zoom (Meeting ID: 929 1011 2552)
- Adjourned at 11:07 AM
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board held a special meeting on July 27, 2021, via Zoom. The agenda included procedural items, a closed executive session, and one public action item. The board voted to approve athletics for the fiscal year 2022 school year.
- Approval of Athletics for the FY22 School Year
Akula ASB - Regular Meeting
The Akula Advisory School Board held a regular meeting on July 22, 2021, at Akula Elitnaurvik in Kasigluk, AK. They approved the agenda and the minutes from May 6, 2021, and voted to expand the Dual Language Enrichment Program to 6th grade. The board also discussed hiring for classified staff and received reports from the site administrator. The agenda included potential executive session topics, but the session was marked as N/A.
- Approved Dual Language Enrichment Program expansion to 6th grade
- Discussed hiring process for classified staff (BP 8242)
- Adopted minutes from May 6, 2021 meeting
- Received Site Administrator Report with attachments (YPT scores, schedules, data dashboard)
- Agenda included possible executive session topics (evaluation, discipline, hiring) but none held
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met on July 22-23, 2021, to take action on several items, including approving the LKSD Smart Start 21-22 COVID-19 safety plan, allowing athletic practices and travel per YKHC/CDC guidelines, and approving various contracts and expenditures. The board also received reports on COVID-19, education equity, and district operations.
- Approved LKSD Smart Start 21-22 COVID-19 plan
- Approved athletic activities and travel per YKHC/CDC recommendations
- Approved CEE membership dues up to $23,000
- Approved MOA with UAA/UAF for ANSEP Acceleration Academy
- Approved $75,000 Handshake subscription for HR recruiting
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom to consider and vote on a single action item: awarding a construction contract. The board approved awarding the Ayaprun Early Start and Pile Package Construction Project to Bethel Contracting LLC for up to $4,226,600. The meeting also included procedural items like roll call, quorum, guest introductions, and public comment.
- Awarded Ayaprun Early Start and Pile Package Construction Project to Bethel Contracting LLC, amount not to exceed $4,226,600
- Motion carried with 6 yea votes; no opposing votes recorded
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, restricted to agenda items
- Meeting held via Zoom on July 12, 2021 at 5:15 PM
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board is holding a special meeting to introduce and interview a candidate for the ASB (Associated Student Body) position, followed by an executive session and potential action. The meeting is procedural, with no other substantive items on the agenda.
- Introduction of candidate for ASB position
- ASB candidate interviews in executive session
- Actions resulting from executive session
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on June 14, 2021. The board approved a revised fee proposal for design services on the Bethel Campus fire protection project and entered into an agreement for new distance delivery equipment. They also entered executive session to discuss financial matters related to the Napakiak Pad and Pile Project.
- Approved revised fee of $162,732 for CRW Engineering Group, LLC for Bethel Campus Fire Pump House & Fire Protection Upgrades Project #GR-19-015
- Approved MOA with EOS IT Management Solutions, Inc. for $377,727.94 to purchase distance delivery equipment compatible with Zoom
- Entered executive session to discuss financial matters for Napakiak Pad and Pile Project
- Public comment limited to agenda items, 3 minutes max
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met on June 3-4, 2021, via Zoom. The board approved multiple action items, including contracts for technology, leases, and services, and received various reports. The most consequential item was the approval of a $1,483,473.96 district-wide camera system from Alaska Communications, contingent on ESSER funds.
- Approved $1,483,473.96 camera system from Alaska Communications (contingent on ESSER funds)
- Approved $219,557.60 bus safety transportation system from Premier Wireless
- Approved $358,591.00 speech therapy contract with Dot.Com Therapy
- Approved $236,251.50 therapy and psychologist services contract with SERRC
- Approved $110,750 Naviance college readiness program MOA
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss board self-assessment, development of a self-improvement plan, oversight vs. overstep, and review of bylaws. They will also discuss LKSD Smart Start and COVID-19 mitigation protocols for the 2021-2022 school year, with draft documents attached. The meeting is primarily discussion and procedural, with no formal votes expected except adjournment.
- Board self-assessment and self-improvement plan
- Discussion on oversight vs. overstep
- Review of bylaws/9000's
- LKSD Smart Start/COVID-19 mitigation protocols
- Adjournment
Regular Board Meeting template - OLD
The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting on June 2, 2021, primarily to enter executive session for legal, financial, and personnel matters. After the closed session, the board voted to extend the superintendent's contract by one year through 2024, with salary and benefits to be discussed later. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including roll call, quorum, and adjournment.
- Extended superintendent's contract to 2024
- Entered executive session for legal and financial matters
- Discussed superintendent's evaluation
- Salary and benefits for superintendent to be set at future meeting
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on May 25, 2021. The board voted to approve a 3-year lease of technology equipment, not to exceed $1,430,000, to replace outdated student and staff devices. The lease will be funded by ESSER II and TAI-budgeted funds, with an application for ESSER III for remaining costs.
- Approved Resolution 21-04 for lease of technology equipment
- Lease term FY22-FY24, payments not to exceed $1,430,000
- Funding from ESSER II ($3,000,000) and TAI-budgeted funds ($1,290,000)
- District to apply for ESSER III for remaining costs
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, establishing a quorum, entering executive session to discuss financial matters, and taking action on items resulting from that session. No other substantive items are listed.
- Executive session on financial matters
- Actions resulting from executive session
- Meeting held via Zoom
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on May 10, 2021, at 5 pm via Zoom. The agenda includes procedural items (roll call, agenda and minutes approval), an executive session on the SA position, a site administrator report, and new business involving a CNE-PAC letter. No other substantive items are listed.
- Executive session on SA Position (Action)
- Discussion and action on CNE-PAC Letter (Action, Discussion)
- Site Administrator Report (Discussion, Information)
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on May 4, 2021. The board voted to approve the purchase of seven new buses from Trailercraft, Inc. for up to $900,000, including shipping to Bethel, and approved a budget revision for Atmautluak. Both motions carried unanimously.
- Approved purchase of 7 buses from Trailercraft, Inc. not to exceed $900,000 including shipping
- Approved budget revision for Atmautluak
- Meeting held via Zoom; no other items discussed
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District is holding a public hearing to discuss the FY22 operating budget, the Indian Education application, and to gather public input on the American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER III funds. The meeting is primarily a discussion and input session, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Public hearing for FY22 Operating Budget
- Discussion of Indian Education Application (FY22 estimate attached)
- Public input on American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER III funds
- Meeting held via Zoom (ID: 919 2263 5889)
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular meeting via teleconference on May 3, 2021. The board approved the minutes from the April 15 regular and April 21 special meetings, and adopted the agenda. The meeting included procedural items, reports, and public testimony, with no major action items listed.
- Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 regular meeting
- Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 special meeting
- Adopted the agenda
- Public testimony via email due to COVID-19
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, or staff hiring
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met to review various reports and take several actions. Key decisions included approving a budget amendment for the Ayaprun Elitnaurvik School build and authorizing athletic practices and travel under specific protocols.
- Approved ECI Amendment 05 for Ayaprun Elitnaurvik School Build, not to exceed $405,508
- Approved KC Supply janitorial contract not to exceed $95,784.85
- Authorized indoor and outdoor athletic practices and travel per YKHC/CDC recommendations
- Approved FY23 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Approved request for Doctoral Research for Sarah Grant
Nightmute ASB - Regular Meeting
The Nightmute Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on April 27, 2021, at the Negtemiut Elitnarviat. The agenda includes procedural items, reports, and action items, notably the FY22 budget and a possible executive session for site administrator evaluation and other personnel matters. The meeting is largely routine, with no major public decisions listed beyond the budget and executive session.
- FY22 Budget action item
- Executive session for site administrator evaluation and possible disciplinary actions
- Adoption of minutes from Dec 9, 2020, Jan 27, 2021, and Feb 10, 2021
- Report on graduation May 14, with Facebook Live broadcast and limited family attendance
- Resignation of Ms. Berry (intent to retire) noted in SA report
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will meet virtually on April 27, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes establishing a quorum, hearing public comments, adopting minutes and the agenda, and possibly entering an executive session for specific purposes such as evaluating the site administrator, student discipline, and staff hiring. The board will also receive reports, discuss safety and next year planning, and take action on budget revisions, equipment requests, and FY22 budgets.
- Executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, board member discipline, and removal
- Adoption of March 23 minutes
- Budget revisions (action item)
- Equipment requests for BRHS
- FY22 budgets for BRHS and ME schools
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board met to approve funding for a new storage building and various transportation equipment purchases. The board also reviewed several administrative reports including the FY21 ASB Action Plan.
- Approval of JAAMS 521 Capital Project Fund for transportation equipment storage building
- Approval of JAAMS transportation equipment purchases
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular meeting via teleconference on April 15, 2021. The board approved the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved the 090 FY22 Budget. The meeting also included reports, communications, and information items, and the board could enter executive session for personnel or student matters.
- Approved 090 FY22 Budget
- Adopted minutes from March 15, 2021 meeting
- Adopted the meeting agenda
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, classified staff hire, or board member discipline/removal
- Public testimony accepted via email due to COVID-19
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, at Nelson Island School. The agenda includes a possible executive session for specific personnel and disciplinary matters, a report from the site administrator, and discussion of the FY22 budget. The meeting is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the main substantive item.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, board member discipline, and member removal
- FY22 budget discussion under Old/New Business
- Site Administrator report
- Board member comments and concerns
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items like adopting the agenda and minutes, followed by reports and communications. Under old business, the board will discuss Policy 8252 on emergency closure. New business includes the FY22 budget, a calendar proposal, an agenda change proposal, and scheduling future meetings. The board will also discuss mask use in the building and may enter executive session to consider a custodian hire and the site administrator's evaluation.
- Discussion of FY22 budget
- Calendar proposal for upcoming school year
- Policy 8252 Emergency Closure discussion
- Executive session for custodian hire and SA evaluation
- Discussion of masks being used in the building
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak ASB met on April 13, 2021, and approved the FY2022 budget, which includes hiring another associate teacher. The board discussed plans for next year's instruction, summer school, and a modified graduation ceremony due to COVID-19 restrictions. They also received a donation of 150 books to send home to students.
- Approved FY2022 budget (motion by Walter Tirchick, second by Leona Wiseman)
- Discussed hiring an additional associate teacher
- Graduation on May 14 will be limited to 10 vaccinated people; considering individual ceremonies with 5 family members
- Received donation of 150 books to be sent home to each child
- Two seniors passed WorldSpeak test, earning Seal of Biliteracy
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok Advisory School Board met via Zoom on April 8, 2021, and approved the FY22 school budget, the FY22 school calendar, and Jerry Stapleton as Site Administrator for the FY22 school year. The board also discussed an interview for a SA position and received a Site Administrator report.
- Approved FY22 School Budget
- Approved FY22 School Calendar
- Approved Jerry Stapleton as Site Administrator for FY22
- Discussed interview for SA position with community
- Received Site Administrator Report for April 2021
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Budget Advisory Committee met via Zoom on March 30, 2021. The agenda consisted of procedural items and a discussion to review the assumptions for the fiscal year 2022 budget. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were recorded in the provided text.
- Review of FY22 Budget Assumptions
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting on March 30, 2021. The board voted unanimously to approve a contract for air purification equipment. No other substantive items were discussed.
- Approved purchase of 480 AeraMaX Pro AM4S Air Purifiers from Kuskokwim Commercial Supply, Inc. for up to $880,704
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will meet via Zoom on March 23, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items (quorum, communications, minutes, reports) and discussion of sports/activities and next year's plans. Action items include adopting the 2021-2022 school calendar and calendar revisions. The board may also enter executive session for specific purposes such as evaluating the site administrator, student discipline, staff hiring, or board member discipline/removal.
- Possible executive session for site administrator evaluation (BP 8244), student discipline (BP 8235, 5113), classified staff hire (BP 8242), board member discipline (BP 8370, 8210), or removal (BP 8133.1)
- Adoption of 2021-2022 school calendar (draft attached)
- Calendar revisions for Bethel Regional High School and M.E. School (attachments)
- Reports from BRHS, GJE, and M.E. School
- Discussion of sports and activities update and plans for next year
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on March 22, 2021. The board entered executive session to discuss legal matters and approved a budget revision for Napakiak. The meeting adjourned at 6:22 PM.
- Approved budget revision for Napakiak
- Entered executive session for legal matters
- Meeting held via Zoom
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and act on the Napakiak Pad and Pile Foundation Project. The board entered executive session to discuss legal and financial matters related to the project award, then voted to award the contract to Ahtna Infrastructure and Technologies, LLC in an amount not to exceed $5,415,937.63. The meeting was adjourned at 5:13 PM.
- Awarded Napakiak Pad and Pile Project to Ahtna Infrastructure and Technologies, LLC for up to $5,415,937.63
- Held executive session to discuss legal matters related to the project award
- Approved motion to award contract with an amended amount
- All eight board members voted in favor of the award
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a regular meeting via teleconference, approving the FY22 master calendar and minutes from previous meetings. The board also discussed potential executive session topics including site administrator evaluation, student discipline, and staff hiring.
- Approved FY22 JAAMS Master Calendar
- Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 regular meeting
- Approved minutes from March 12, 2021 special meeting
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation, student discipline, and classified staff hiring
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board held a special meeting via teleconference on March 12, 2021. The board approved the JAAMS Smart Start Plan and the meeting agenda. The board also discussed potential executive session topics, including site administrator evaluation, student discipline, and staff hiring.
- Approved JAAMS Smart Start Plan
- Approved meeting agenda
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, board member discipline, and member removal
- Public testimony accepted via email due to COVID-19
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board will meet to consider the Fiscal Year 2022 school calendar. The board also plans to discuss professional boundaries training and review a report from the Site Administrator.
- Action item regarding the FY22 School Calendar
- Executive session for selection of a temporary Teacher Aide
- Discussion regarding Professional Boundaries Training for ASB
- Site Administrator Report
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak ASB met to discuss student health monitoring, teacher evaluations, and upcoming proficiency assessments. The board approved revisions to the current 2021 school year calendar and adopted the new calendar for the 2022 school year.
- Approval of the 2022 school year calendar
- Approval of a 2021 school year calendar revision affecting teacher work days
- Completion of WIDA and YPT proficiency tests by March 31
- Discussion regarding student distancing procedures during school entry
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board held a special meeting on March 9, 2021, in Quinhagak, Alaska. The agenda included adopting the agenda and moving into an executive session to discuss hiring. The board voted to adopt the agenda, and the meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Adoption of agenda (motion carried)
- Executive session on hiring
- Meeting held via Zoom and in person
Chefornak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Chefornak Advisory School Board met in special session to discuss plans for returning students to in-person learning. The board reviewed YKHC recommendations and the Smart Start plan, deciding to bring K-6 students back to classrooms while keeping 7-12 students on remote learning with one-to-one tutoring. The meeting was procedural and included agenda approval and adjournment.
- K-6 students to return to classroom learning per YKHC recommendations and LKSD Board approval
- 7-12 grade students to continue remote learning with one-to-one intervention/tutoring
- Smart Start mitigation plan to be implemented
- Meeting called to order by Chairman Kimberly Agnus at 7:10 pm
- Quorum established with 5 members present
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met on March 3-4, 2021, to discuss and act on a range of items, including approving the first reading of FY22 budget assumptions, a plan for resuming athletic activities under certain COVID-19 conditions, and several research requests. The board also approved consent agenda items, including personnel actions and grant permissions, and entered executive session to discuss early graduation requests and leaves/sabbaticals.
- Approved 2021 AASB membership dues not to exceed $19,917.45
- Approved FY22 Budget Assumptions (1st reading)
- Approved LKSD Student Activities plan allowing practices at orange/yellow COVID levels, with travel/events cancelled until April 2021
- Approved partnership with Calista Education for ANEP grant application for cultural immersion camps
- Approved public utility easement agreement with City of Bethel through DOWL
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board will meet in a special session on March 1, 2021, at 7 PM in the Nelson Island School. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel and student matters, a discussion of the Nelson Island Return to School Plan, and action items resulting from the executive session.
- Executive session to evaluate site administrator (BP 8244)
- Executive session on student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Executive session on classified staff hire interview and recommendation (BP 8242)
- Selection of two teacher aide positions
- Discussion of Nelson Island Return to School Plan
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok Advisory School Board is meeting in regular session. The board voted to table discussion of the 2021-2022 school calendar until April, and may enter executive session to discuss administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member discipline. The agenda also includes reports from the site administrator and public comments.
- Tabled 2021-2022 school calendar until April meeting
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session on student disciplinary action (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session on classified staff hire recommendation (BP 8242)
- Site administrator report includes YKHC recommendations and LKSD audit report
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education held an emergency special meeting via teleconference. The board entered executive session to discuss financial matters, then approved a payment not to exceed $65,487 to the Tuntutuliak Community Service Association. The meeting adjourned at 6:57 PM.
- Approved payment up to $65,487 to Tuntutuliak Community Service Association
- Held executive session to discuss financial matters affecting district finances
- Emergency meeting held via teleconference on February 26, 2021
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board met to discuss staffing and administrative matters. The agenda included items regarding staff evaluations and Yup'ik language waivers in executive session.
- Discussion of staffing under new business
- Executive session regarding SA Evaluation Review
- Executive session regarding Yup'ik Language Waivers
- Review of a waiver for Clevelands under old business
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on February 23, 2021, at 6:00 PM in Bethel, AK. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on in-person learning during the pandemic, preparation for returning to school, and painting BRHS. The board may also enter executive session for specific purposes such as evaluating the site administrator, student discipline, and personnel matters.
- Discussion and action on in-person learning during a pandemic
- Discussion and action on preparation for returning to school
- Discussion item on painting Bethel Regional High School (BRHS)
- Action on BRHS student activities, including basketball and cheer protocols
- Adoption of January 26 minutes
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board is meeting in regular session on February 16, 2021, at Nelson Island School. The agenda includes a possible executive session to discuss administrator evaluation, student disciplinary action or truancy, classified staff hiring, and board member discipline or removal. Other items include adoption of minutes, reports, a calendar change action item, and board member comments.
- Executive session for administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Executive session for student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Executive session for classified staff hire recommendation (BP 8242)
- Action item: Calendar change
- Board member comments and concerns
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education Budget Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and review the FY22 budget assumptions. The agenda includes procedural items (call to order, roll call, adjournment) and a discussion item on budget assumptions. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review FY22 Budget Assumptions (discussion item)
Nightmute ASB - Regular Meeting
The Nightmute Advisory School Board is holding a regular meeting with procedural items, reports, and action items. The board will consider adopting the agenda and minutes, hear reports from the site administrator and CNE-PAC, and take action on the ASB action plan and a budget revision. The board may also move into executive session to discuss the site administrator's evaluation and other confidential matters.
- Budget revision action item
- ASB action plan action item
- Site administrator evaluation in executive session
- Report: Ms. Berry's resignation with intent to retire
- Report: Seniors eligible for May graduation listed
Atmautluak ASB - Regular Meeting
The JoAnn A. Alexie Memorial School Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting via teleconference. The board is expected to discuss the evaluation of the site administrator in executive session, then vote on accepting that evaluation. Public testimony is encouraged via email due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Executive session to evaluate the Site Administrator (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session on student discipline or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session on classified staff hire (BP 8242)
- Action item: Accept Site Administrator Evaluation from Executive Session
- Adoption of January 27, 2021 minutes
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education met in a special meeting via Zoom on February 8, 2021. The board entered executive session to discuss legal matters, then approved four legislative priorities for 2021, including adequate forward funding, educator recruitment and retention, high-speed internet access, and funding for environmentally threatened schools. The meeting adjourned at 6:37 PM.
- Approved 2021 Legislative Priorities: adequate forward funding, educator recruitment/retention (retirement system), equitable high-speed internet access, funding for environmentally threatened schools
- Held executive session for legal matters concerning district finances and personnel
- Meeting held via Zoom; no other action items listed
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The Lower Kuskokwim School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the LKSD Smart Start plan, which includes restart and reentry guidance for K-12 schools, and to review legislative priorities from education organizations. The meeting is a discussion, not a decision-making session, and includes procedural items like call to order and roll call.
- Discussion of LKSD Smart Start, including restart and reentry guidance for K-12 schools
- Review of legislative priorities from ACSA, CEE, and AASB
- Attachments include letters from YKHC, Akula, and LKNEA regarding COVID-19
- Meeting held via Zoom
Bethel ASB - Regular Meeting
The Bethel Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on January 26, 2021, at BRHS. They will hear public comments, adopt minutes, receive school reports, and discuss spring activities and reopening plans. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and student disciplinary matters.
- Discussion of spring activities at BRHS, including return-to-athletics protocols
- Discussion of Bethel plans for reopening schools
- Executive session for early graduation requests
- Adoption of November 24 minutes
- Public comments (People to be Heard)
Toksook Bay ASB - Regular Meeting
The Toksook Bay Advisory School Board will hold a regular meeting on January 19, 2021, at Nelson Island School. The agenda includes possible executive session discussions on administrator evaluation, student discipline, staff hiring, and board member discipline. The board will also consider a calendar change and hear reports.
- Possible executive session on site administrator evaluation (BP 8244)
- Possible executive session on student disciplinary action or truancy (BP 8235, BP 5113)
- Possible executive session on classified staff hire recommendation (BP 8242)
- Possible executive session on disciplining ASB members (BP 8370, 8210)
- Action item: Calendar change
Kwigillingok ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kwigillingok Advisory School Board held a regular meeting via Zoom, approving the agenda, minutes, and an equipment requisition with fund transfer. The board also discussed reports from the site administrator, including Title I allocations, and noted no old business or executive session items.
- Approved equipment requisition and transfer of funds (motion carried)
- Approved minutes from September 28th and November 13th, 2020
- Site Administrator Report presented, including FY21 Additional Title I Allocations
- People to be Heard (3 min max) was on the agenda
- Next meeting scheduled for February 19th at 6pm
Quinhagak ASB - Regular Meeting
The Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Advisory School Board is holding a regular meeting to conduct organizational business, including interviewing and appointing a new ASB member. The board will also adopt the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, hear reports and communications, and discuss new business items such as reviewing an activity application form and board policies. The meeting includes standard procedures for potential executive sessions and public participation via Zoom.
- Interview ASB member applications and appointment/oath for new member
- Adoption of minutes from 12/04/20, 12/08/20, and 12/15/20 meetings
- Review Activity Application Form (discussion)
- Review BP 8252 and BP 8040 (discussion)
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person