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Lake Washington School District, AZ

Lake Washington School District   AZ average (US Census ACS)
Population217,953
Per-capita income$90,446
Median home value$1,109,600

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La junta discutirá el proceso de límites escolares debido a la reconstrucción de Rockwell

La junta llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio para discutir una posible realineación de los límites escolares impulsada por la reconstrucción y ampliación de Rockwell Elementary, cuya finalización está programada para septiembre de 2026. El personal presentará datos de inscripción y proyecciones de capacidad para definir el alcance y el cronograma de un proceso de redefinición de límites. La junta también discutirá la formación de un comité para revisar y posiblemente revisar las declaraciones de misión y visión del distrito.

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✓ Decidido: Board discusses school boundary process and mission review

The board held a study session to discuss potential school reboundarying following the Rockwell Elementary project. No formal votes were taken; the board reviewed data and staff recommendations regarding the timing and scope of future boundary changes.

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  August 18, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum Eric Laliberte joined shortly after the start of the meeting. Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Sunehri Nog, Sarah Samanta, Humsimi Reddy   B. Topics 1. Boundary Process: Determination and Scope The rebuild and enlarge project at Rockwell Elementary will add additional capacity at that school and is scheduled to open in September 2026. The board began an initial discussion regarding a potential school reboundary process in response to these upcoming changes in school capacity.  The board reviewed relevant data, including current and projected enrollment patterns, and explored opportunities for better alignment of students with available capacity across schools. Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus presented preliminary information to help define the potential scope and timing of a reboundary process. This presentation provided the board with a foundational understanding of capacity, identified key considerations for future boundary adjustments and allowed for initial Board input to inform the development of a reboundary planning process that is data-driven, community-informed and aligned with district goals. Staff recommended that the reboundary process be delayed at least [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Aug 18, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

Lake Washington School District aprueba las tarifas de uso de instalaciones 2025-26

El Consejo de Directores se reunió para aprobar el calendario de tarifas de uso de instalaciones 2025-26 para compensar los costos de una nueva plataforma de software en línea llamada Facilitron. El consejo también aprobó los bonos de julio de 2025 y un informe de recursos humanos. Se escucharon comentarios públicos sobre las negociaciones contractuales, las preocupaciones presupuestarias y las peticiones de los estudiantes para transferirse de la SVSD a la LWSD.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School District adopts 2025-26 budget

The Board officially adopted the 2025-26 budget via Resolution No. 2410. The Board also approved a consent agenda including July 2025 vouchers totaling $48,844,330.08 and the 2025-26 facility use fees.

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August 18, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Sunehri Nog   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Laliberte shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Eric Laliberte, second by Lindsey Yocum. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions   1.  Introduction of New Student Board Representatives The LWSD Board of Directors is starting its fourth year with student representatives on the Board. This year, two new Student Board Representatives were added:    Humsini Reddy (West side of LWSD)   Term begins: 8/2025  Term ends: 6/2027 Sarah Samanta (East side of LWSD)  Term begins: 8/2025  Term ends: 6/2027   2. Recognition of Board Member Service for Leah Choi Board member Leah Choi resigned her position, effective August 6, 2025. Dr. Holmen recognized Leah for her years of service on the LWSD Board of Directors and the significant accomplishments that were achieved during [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Aug 4, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta discute la planificación para las renovaciones de la cuota de 2026

La Junta de Directores está celebrando una sesión de estudio para discutir la renovación de las cuotas de Programas Educativos y Operaciones (EP&O) y Proyectos de Capital. La sesión abarca los resultados de la encuesta comunitaria y los cambios legislativos al techo de la cuota EP&O para prepararse para una medida en la boleta a principios de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: Board discusses planning for 2026 levy renewals

The Board held a study session to review the current levy landscape and community survey results. They discussed the renewal of Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) and Capital Projects levies. No formal actions were taken during this session.

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    August 4, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Leah Choi, Mark Stuart Director Lindsey Yocum was excused. Student representatives were not present at this evening's meeting.   B. Topics 1. Levy Planning Barbara Posthumus, Associate Superintendent of Business & Support Services, led the Board through discussion and planning for the upcoming renewal of the Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) and Capital Projects levies, which the district has historically renewed every four years.  The Board reviewed the current levy landscape, community survey results, recent legislative changes that adjusted the EP&O levy lid and considered preliminary information and a draft recommendation prepared by staff in consultation with the Board and the Levy Advisory Committee. This session provided an opportunity for the Board to ask questions, offer feedback, and begin shaping the direction of the proposed levy package.   The Board developed a shared understanding of the implications of the legislative changes, alignment on key elements of the renewal strategy, and preparation for formal Board action on a levy recommendation to place a measure on the ballot in early 2026 for collection beginning in 2027.    C. C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Aug 4, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La junta votará sobre la transferencia de $300K y los informes de reconstrucción de Rockwell Elementary

La junta considerará una agenda de consentimiento para aprobar una resolución que destine $300,000 de las ganancias de inversión del fondo de capital al fondo general para suministros instruccionales. También actuarán sobre los informes de ingeniería de valor (ahorros de $600,000) y de revisión de constructibilidad para el proyecto de reconstrucción y ampliación de la Norman Rockwell Elementary School. Los comentarios públicos abordan el Programa de Altamente Capaces y las preocupaciones del personal en Emerson High School.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $9.6M Eastlake High School contract amendment

The Board approved several capital project updates, including a contract modification for Eastlake High School and value engineering for Norman Rockwell Elementary. The Board also authorized the transfer of $300,000 from capital fund investments to the General Fund for instructional supplies.

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  August 4, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors     A. Regular Board Meeting 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Leah Choi, Mark Stuart Director Yocum was excused. No student representatives were present this evening.   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Stuart shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors' Land Acknowledgement.   3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:   Approve the agenda as presented. Motion by Leah Choi, second by Eric Laliberte. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Audience Participation   1. Speaker   # Name Role Topic Method 1 Veena  S LWSD Resident Highly Capable Program  Virtual   2. Written   # Name Role Topic Method 1 Ahil Haji Former LWSD Student Support for Mr. Zach Aquino and Mx. Alex Crane Written 2 Andrea Frankenfeld LWSD Staff Decreased hours of office staff at Emerson High School Written 3 Zahra  Eslami Community Liaison Representative Proposal for a Faith & Belief Advisory Committee in LWSD Written   D. Consent Agenda   1. Vouchers - June, 2025 RESOLUTION: Approve the v [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 23, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta discutirá la planificación de gravámenes y la política de inscripción

En esta sesión de estudio, la Junta Escolar de Lake Washington recibirá una actualización del Comité Asesor de Gravámenes sobre las encuestas públicas y los escenarios de gravámenes específicos para un posible gravamen de 2026. La junta también discutirá la necesidad de una política específica relacionada con la inscripción, revisando la política actual e identificando valores compartidos. No se esperan votaciones; la sesión es informativa y solo de discusión.

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✓ Decidido: Board discussed levy planning and enrollment policies

The Board received updates on levy scenarios and a community perception survey. Members also discussed current enrollment policies and potential areas for new policy development. No formal actions were decided during this study session.

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    June 23, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:01 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   Board Member Participating Remotely: Lindsey Yocum   Board Member Excused: Leah Choi   Student Representatives Present: James Wang   B. Topics 1. Levy Planning Associate Superintendent Posthumus provided the Board with an update from the Levy Advisory Committee meeting which included information and feedback on different levy scenarios. Director of Communications, Shannon Parthemer, provided the Board with an update on the Community Perception Survey completed by Strategies360.    2. Board Policy: Enrollment The Board has shared an interest in exploring the need for development of specific policies related to enrollment. Vice President Laliberte and Superintendent Holmen provided information related to current policies related to enrollment, identified shared values related to enrollment and suggested possible opportunities for policy development related to enrollment.   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - June 23, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:   Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, June [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 23, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La junta escucha comentarios públicos sobre seguridad, aprueba asignaciones de maestros y donaciones

La junta aprobará los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento, que incluyen vales, actas, informe de RR.HH., asignaciones de maestros fuera de su certificación para tres docentes, un certificado condicional para un maestro de educación especial y donaciones que superan los $15,000. También escucharán comentarios públicos, muchos de los cuales se refieren a la seguridad escolar y los recortes de personal en International Community School y Emerson High School.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School Board adopts six-year capital facilities plan

The Board approved a series of administrative items via a consent agenda, including the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan and new instructional materials. The Board also updated policy regarding instructional programs and conducted a first reading of the 2025-26 budget.

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  June 2, 2025 Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.   Board Members Present: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   Board Member Participating Remotely: Lindsey Yocum   Board Member Excused: Leah Choi   Student Representatives Present: James Wang   2. Land Acknowledgement Vice President Laliberte shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.   3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION: Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Mark Stuart, second by Eric Laliberte. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Aye: Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   C. Audience Participation 1. Public Comments - Speakers   # Name Role Topic Comment 1 Ania Mitros LWSD Parent, Guardian or Family Member Hicap programs, equitable access, the law In Person 2 James Snowden LWSD Staff Security at ICS In Person 3 Zac Aquino LWSD Staff School safety and security  In Person 4 Adam  Amdahl  LWSD Student more than a security guard In Person 5 Cameron Brandy LWSD Staff Saving Security Job at ICS In Person 6 Jennifer An [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 2, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta recibe las estimaciones presupuestarias y las proyecciones de inscripción para 2025-26

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington discutirá el proceso de planificación y el presupuesto anual 2025-26, incluyendo las proyecciones de inscripción de estudiantes, las estimaciones presupuestarias preliminares y los cambios en los gastos y el financiamiento estatal. La junta también revisará las políticas de cultura de gobierno GC-2, GC-3 y GC-6, pero no se tomará ninguna acción formal en esta sesión de estudio.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews 2025-26 budget projections and governing culture policies

The Board received student enrollment projections, budget estimates, and state funding information for the 2025-26 school year. Members also reviewed and provided feedback on three Governing Culture policies. No formal actions were taken during this study session.

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    June 2, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Lindsey Yocum, Mark Stuart   Student Representatives Present: Ella Shi, Shira Avitan   B. Topics 1. 2025-26 Annual Budget and Planning Process Superintendent Holmen and Associate Superintendent Barbara Posthumus provided the Board with student enrollment projections, preliminary budget estimates, changes in legislative/state funding, changes in estimated expenses and other relevant information. Additionally, the Board received information about the District’s community engagement and the feedback from various stakeholder groups related to budget-related issues.    2. Board Policies - Governing Culture The Board reviewed and provided feedback on the following Governing Culture policies: GC-2: Governing Commitments GC-3: Board Job Description GC-6: Annual Work Plan Formal action on the Board's policies will take place at a future Board meeting.   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - June 2, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval: Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Mon Jun 2, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta se reorganiza y elige nuevo Presidente y Vicepresidente

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington se reorganizará eligiendo un nuevo Presidente, Vicepresidente y Representante Legislativo. También reconocerá a los representantes estudiantiles salientes, emitirá una declaración por Juneteenth y entregará becas de la PTSA a estudiantes de último año y personal. La junta escuchará comentarios públicos sobre temas que incluyen el acceso equitativo, la ubicación en programas para superdotados y el transporte, y aprobará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye actas, el informe de RR.HH. y una resolución de equipo excedente.

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✓ Decidido: Board elects new leadership and approves 2025-26 school year fees

The Board reorganized its leadership, electing a President, Vice President, and Legislative Representative. The Board also approved the 2025-26 meeting schedule, annual workplan, and fees for transportation and extended day programs.

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June 2, 2025 Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call   The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Shira Avitan, Ella Shi   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Stuart shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Eric Laliberte, second by Mark Stuart. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions 1. Recognition of Senior Student Representatives The Board recognized outgoing Student Representatives to the Board of Directors: Ella Shi , Redmond High School Class of 2025,  Student Rep: 2023-24, 2024-25 Shira Avitan , Lake Washington High School Class of 2025,  Student Rep: 2023-24, 2024-25 2. Statement of Recognition for Juneteenth Vice President Guthrie shared the following Statement of Recognition for Juneteenth: Juneteenth holds significant historical, cultural, and societal importance in the United States. It commemorates the emancipation of the last Confederate community of enslaved African Americans and symbolizes the ongoing struggle for freedom, eq [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 19, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta discutirá los impactos legislativos de 2025 en los gravámenes escolares

Esta sesión de estudio incluye una actualización informativa sobre las implicaciones de la sesión legislativa de 2025 para los gravámenes de Programas y Operaciones Educativas y Proyectos de Capital. La junta también revisará y proporcionará comentarios sobre un borrador del Plan de Trabajo Anual 2025-26, cuya adopción está programada para la reunión de la junta del 2 de junio.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews levy planning and 2025-26 annual work plan

The Board held a study session to receive updates on levy planning and the 2025-26 Annual Work Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

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  May 19, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:02p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   Board Member Excused:  Lindsey Yocum    Student Representative Present: James Wang   B. Topics 1. Levy Planning Associate Superintendent Posthumus provided the Board with an update on information from the 2025 legislative session and the impacts and implications related to the upcoming 2026 Educational Programs & Operations and Capital Projects levies.    2. 2025-26 Annual Work Plan of the Board Board President Leah Choi reviewed a draft of the 2025-26 Annual Work Plan of the Board to discuss the overall work of the Board and any questions/concerns the board may have. Superintendent Holmen shared a proposal about how monitoring reports can be completed next year.   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 6:42 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - May 19, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:     Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, May 20, 2025      
Mon May 19, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba convenio colectivo de tres años con técnicos de teatro

La Junta Escolar de Lake Washington aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluye vales, actas, un informe de RR.HH., exenciones de docentes fuera de certificación, un convenio colectivo de tres años con los técnicos de teatro de IATSE y materiales instruccionales. La junta también reconoció a los galardonados de WASA Región 110 y escuchó comentarios públicos sobre acceso equitativo, actualizaciones de Cascadia College, recortes presupuestarios y consultas financieras.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $10.9M in school construction changes and April vouchers

The Board approved a series of construction change orders for Finn Hill Middle School, Redmond Middle School, and Eastlake High School. They also approved April 2025 vouchers totaling over $46 million across various funds and adopted new instructional materials.

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  May 19, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   Board Member Excused: Lindsey Yocum Student Representative Present: James Wang   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Laliberte shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Lisa Guthrie, second by Eric Laliberte. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Aye: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   C. Recognitions 1. 2025 Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Region 110 Awards Recognition: 2025 Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Region 110 Awards Each year, Lake Washington School District (LWSD) participates in the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Region 110 Awards. Each school district within a region can recognize a “WASA Student Leadership Award” and a “Community Leadership Award”. This year, LWSD recognized: WASA Student Leadership Award: Viswa Karthic Community Leadership Award: Assistance League of the Eastside – Operation School Bell [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 5, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta discutirá el plan de trabajo anual 2025-26

La Junta Escolar de Lake Washington revisará un borrador del Plan de Trabajo Anual 2025-26 y proporcionará comentarios. La adopción del plan está programada para la reunión de la junta del 2 de junio. Esta es una sesión de estudio sin votaciones formales ni audiencias públicas.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews draft 2025-26 Annual Work Plan

The Board of Directors discussed a draft of the 2025-26 Annual Work Plan and provided feedback for modifications. No formal action was taken; the plan is scheduled for adoption at the June 2 Board Meeting.

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    May 5, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Shira Avitan, Ella Shi   B. Topics 1. 2025-26 Annual Work Plan of the Board Board President Choi reviewed a draft of the 2025-26 Annual Work Plan of the Board to discuss the overall work of the Board and any questions/concerns the board may have. The Board provided feedback on the draft work plan for additional work/modification. The annual work plan is scheduled to be adopted at the June 2 Board Meeting. C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:42 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - May 5, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:   Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Mon May 5, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba exenciones de certificación para ocho maestros

La Junta de Directores del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington aprobó los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento, incluyendo exenciones de asignación fuera de certificación para ocho maestros para el año escolar 2024-25. La junta también escuchó 28 comentarios públicos sobre temas que incluyen sostenibilidad, Head Start, programas de música y pérdida de personal. Una proclama declaró el 7 de mayo como el Día Nacional de la Enfermera Escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves reduced staffing for 2025-26 school year

The Board approved Resolution No. 2405 to implement reduced staffing for the 2025-26 school year due to financial necessity. The Board also updated the financial planning policy to lower the required fund balance reserve from 7% to 5%. Additionally, the Superintendent announced the LWSD Print Center will close on August 31, 2025.

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May 5, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Shira Avitan, Ella Shi   2. Land Acknowledgement Student Board Representative Shira Avitan shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.   3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Eric Laliberte, second by Lindsey Yocum. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions 1. Proclamation - National School Nurse Day, May 7, 2025 The LWSD Board of Directors has proclaimed May 7, 2025 as National School Nurse Day in Lake Washington School District. School nurses understand the link between health and learning and are in a position to make a positive difference for children every day. Vice President Guthrie read the proclamation.   D. Audience Participation     Name Role Topic Comment 1 Julia Vasiliauskas LWSD Staff Sustainability (TMS): Renewable energy/Solar panels in the district In Person 2 Swara Patil LWSD Student Sustainability (TMS) In Person 3 Aria Gururajan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 7, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta analiza las expectativas operativas del año escolar 2025-26

La Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio para analizar los resultados y el monitoreo de las expectativas operativas para el año escolar 2025-26. La junta también recibirá actualizaciones de los representantes estudiantiles sobre sus proyectos y experiencias durante el año escolar 2024-25.

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✓ Decidido: Board discussed 2025-26 monitoring work plan and student representative projects

The Board held a study session to discuss Results and Operational Expectation Monitoring for the 2025-26 school year. Student representatives shared highlights of their projects and experiences. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

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    April 7, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Shira Avitan, Ella Shi, James Wang   B. Topics 1. Board Monitoring The Board continued a discussion about Results and Operational Expectation Monitoring for the 2025-26 school year. President Choi shared a proposed Work Plan that would have the Board cover more Operational Expectation monitoring reports during study sessions, with the Board then looking to approve the monitoring reports during the Board meeting the same night. 2. Student Representative Reflections and Highlights Director Laliberte and Director Yocum facilitated the student representatives to the board in sharing information about projects and activities and their experience as student representatives.    C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - April 7, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:     Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta escucha comentarios públicos sobre recortes propuestos al programa de música y aprueba exenciones para maestros

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington llevó a cabo una reunión ordinaria que incluyó reconocimientos, comentarios públicos (30 ponentes se centraron en los recortes propuestos a los programas de música y artes escénicas, especialmente en Juanita High School) y la aprobación de una agenda de consentimiento. La agenda de consentimiento incluyó vales para marzo de 2025, actas, un informe de recursos humanos, exenciones de asignación fuera de certificación para cinco maestros y la aceptación de donaciones.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves March vouchers totaling over $44 million

The Board approved the March 2025 vouchers and several monitoring report summaries. They also adopted a new legislative position for WSSDA regarding climate change education and sustainability. The Board held a first reading of a draft financial planning policy.

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April 7, 2025  Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Ella Shi   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Yocum shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:   Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Mark Stuart, second by Eric Laliberte. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions   1. School Nutrition Employee Week, April 28 - May 2, 2025 The Board of Directors proclaimed the week of April 28-May 2, 2025, as School Nutrition Employee Week. Lake Washington School District has partnered with Sodexo to provide students with nutritious meal options for more than 40 years.   2. Arts in Education Month, May 2025 The Board of Directors proclaimed the month of May as Arts in Education Month in Lake Washington School District. Learning in and through the arts enables students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, imagination and creativity, discipline, alternative ways to communicate and express feelings and ideas, and cross-cultural unders [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 24, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La junta de LWSD discute la transición a un día escolar de 6 periodos en la preparatoria

La Junta de Directores del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington escuchará una actualización sobre la transición planificada de un día de 7 periodos a uno de 6 periodos en la preparatoria, incluyendo un horario diario común. El Superintendente Adjunto Scott Beebe presentará la información. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; se trata de una discusión de sesión de estudio.

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✓ Decidido: Board received update on high school schedule shift

The Board of Directors held a study session to review information regarding the transition from a 7-period to a 6-period high school day. No formal decisions were made during this session.

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    March 24, 2025  Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Sunehri Nog, Shira Avitan   B. Topics 1. High School Day Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe provided an update on the work related to the shift from a 7-period to a 6-period high school day including the common high school daily schedule. Director of Secondary Teaching & Learning Nyla Fritz, LWSD Counseling Specialist Lis Christiansen, and Graduation and Career Pathways Specialist Jill Brown also shared information during the presentation.    C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - March 24, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:     Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Mon Mar 24, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba el contrato del Gerente del Centro de Artes Escénicas de IATSE hasta 2027

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington se reúne para aprobar una agenda de consentimiento que incluye un nuevo convenio colectivo de tres años con la International Alliance of Stage Employees para los Gerentes del Centro de Artes Escénicas. El acuerdo establece aumentos salariales vinculados a los ajustes de inflación estatales, añade Juneteenth como día festivo remunerado e incrementa los fondos para el desarrollo profesional. La junta también votará sobre artículos rutinarios como los vales de febrero de 2025, las actas de las reuniones y un informe de Recursos Humanos.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School Board approves $40.3M in February vouchers

The Board approved a consent agenda including February vouchers totaling $40,281,392.22 and the 2025-26 athletic and ASB fees. The Board also approved the monitoring report for the district's mission and adopted new instructional materials.

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  March 24, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Shira Avitan; Sunehri Nog   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Stuart shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Lisa Guthrie, second by Mark Stuart. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions The Board has declared the month of April 2025 as School Library Month in Lake Washington School District.    D. Audience Participation   # Name Role Topic Comment 1 Eunjae Jeon LWSD Student High School Schedule In Person 2 Jason Powell Business or Organization Labor Relations/Collective Bargaining In Person 3 Alex Lee LWSD Parent, Guardian or Family Member;LWSD Resident;Cascadia College Trustee Update Board on Casadia College In Person 4 Rachel King LWSD Parent, Guardian or Family Member HS Bell schedule  In Person 5 Nathaniel  Byrum LWSD Student;International Com [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Mar 14, 2025

Extended Study Session 3/14 - 3/16, 2025

La Junta discute la viabilidad de una quinta escuela secundaria integral, recortes presupuestarios y gravámenes de 2026

La Junta de Directores del Lake Washington School District llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio extendida de tres días para discutir el plan de trabajo, el presupuesto y las tendencias de inscripción, la planificación del gravamen de 2026, un estudio de viabilidad para una quinta escuela secundaria integral y la autoevaluación de la junta. Los temas clave incluyen una disminución proyectada de la inscripción del 9.5% para 2034, la necesidad de reducciones de gastos de $11M para 2025-26 y la preparación para los gravámenes de EP&O y Proyectos de Capital de febrero de 2026. La junta también llevará a cabo una sesión ejecutiva de 60 minutos sobre el desempeño de los empleados y revisará su autoevaluación para el próximo año escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Board of Directors holds Extended Study Session in Cle Elum

The Board of Directors met from March 14 to March 16, 2025, for an extended study session. The minutes record topics of discussion but list no formal votes or decisions.

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March 14 - 16, 2025 Extended Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The March 14-16, 2025 Extended Study Session was held in person in Cle Elum, WA. The session was called to order at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025. The board met in Executive Session at 4:45 pm for the purpose of review of the p erformance of a public employee (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)) - 60 minutes The study session recessed at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025 until 8:33 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The study session recessed at 5:02 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025 until 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 10:57 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2025.   Members present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Lindsey Yocum, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart   B. Topics Topics discussed during the Study Session: 1. Work Plan of the Board and Monitoring Process 2. Budget / Enrollment / Levy 3. Feasibility Study Related to 5th Comprehensive High School 4. Board Self-Assessment, Work Plan of the Board   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 10:57 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2025.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - March 14-16, 2025, 2024 Extended Study Session To be signed upon approval:       Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Monday, March 17, 2025  
Mon Mar 3, 2025

Study Session - 6:00 p.m.

Sesión conjunta de la junta de LWSD con Redmond discute asociaciones, financiamiento y horario de inicio

La Junta de Directores del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio conjuntamente con la Ciudad de Redmond. Los temas incluyen las asociaciones actuales, el panorama del financiamiento escolar, intereses mutuos como la actualización del plan integral de la ciudad y la deuda de los almuerzos escolares, y asuntos del distrito como el ajuste del horario de inicio escolar y las reducciones presupuestarias.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School District and City of Redmond hold joint session

The Board of Directors held a joint session with the City of Redmond City Council to discuss partnerships and funding. The groups discussed the City's Comprehensive Plan Update and school lunch debt, as well as the District's budget reductions and school start time adjustments. No formal decisions were recorded.

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March 3, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Sunehri Nog   B. Topics 1. Joint Session with City of Redmond   Introductions: Angela Birney, Mayor Vanessa Kritzer, President Jessica Forsythe, Vice President Melissa Stuart Angie Nuevacamina   Joint Session with City of Redmond City Council: Current District/City Partnerships – Highlights, successes, opportunities, needs Current Landscape of School Funding Topics of Mutual Interest/Organizational Efforts City: Comprehensive Plan Update, School Lunch Debt District: School Start Time Adjustment, Budget Reductions Joint Cities/District Meetings C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 7:53 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - March 3, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:     Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Mon Mar 3, 2025

Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba exenciones para maestros, $64K en donaciones y escucha actualización de sostenibilidad

La Junta de Directores del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluye exenciones de asignación fuera de certificación para cinco maestros, aceptó $64,028.62 en donaciones de las PTA y aceptó un informe de Evaluación de la Condición de los Edificios. La junta también escuchó una Actualización del Programa de Sostenibilidad y leyó una proclama para la Semana de los Profesionales de Apoyo a la Educación.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School Board approves consent agenda and recognizes support professionals

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the Human Resources Report and the 2024-2025 Building Condition Assessment Report. The Board also proclaimed March 10-14, 2025, as Education Support Professionals Week.

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  March 3, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 5:01 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Sunehri Nog (joined at 5:15pm)   2. Land Acknowledgement Vice President Guthrie shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement   3. Approve Agenda Resolution:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Eric Laliberte, second by Lisa Guthrie. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions Recognition: 1. Proclamation - Education Support Professionals Week, March 10-14, 2025 The board proclaimed the week of March 10-14, 2025, as Education Support Professionals Week. There are approximately 2,000 classified school employees working with and helping children in Lake Washington School District.    D. Consent Agenda 1. Minutes - February 10, 2025 Board Meeting Resolution: Approve the minutes as presented.   2. Minutes - February 10, 2025 Study Session Resolution: Approve the minutes as presented.   3. Human Resources Report Resolution: Approve the Human Resources Report, as presented.   4. Out of Endors [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 10, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta recibirá una actualización sobre la meta de alfabetización temprana para el tercer grado

En esta sesión de estudio, la Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington recibirá una actualización sobre la planificación y el trabajo hacia la meta de que todos los estudiantes estén alfabetizados para el tercer grado. La actualización cubre el currículo, la instrucción, la evaluación y los esfuerzos relacionados para apoyar a las escuelas. Otros puntos son procedimentales: convocatoria al orden, clausura y aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores.

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✓ Decidido: Board receives update on early literacy planning

The Board of Directors held a study session to review progress toward ensuring all students are literate by Grade 3. Director of K-5 Teaching and Learning Kelly Pease provided an update on curriculum, instruction, and assessment planning. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

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    February 10, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Ella Shi   B. Topics 1. Early Literacy Update The Board has set an expectation in Result-2 that all students are literate by Grade 3. The work of addressing the various aspects related to accomplishing this is significant. During the study session, Director of K-5 Teaching and Learning Kelly Pease, provided an update on the planning and work occurring in curriculum, instruction, assessment and other connected work to support schools in refining practices working towards this expectation.    C. Closing Items Procedural: 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - February 10, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:       Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Monday, February 10, 2025
Mon Feb 10, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La junta aprueba aumento de la cuota de preescolar a $525 por mes para 2025-26

La junta del Lake Washington School District aprobó unánimemente una agenda de consentimiento que incluye un aumento de la matrícula de preescolar de $475 a $525 por mes para el año escolar 2025-26, junto con exenciones de enseñanza fuera de certificación para cinco educadores. La junta también reconoció a 20 National Board Certified Teachers y aprobó vales y las actas de reuniones anteriores.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School Board approves $39.2M in vouchers and 2025-26 preschool fees

The Board approved a consent agenda including January 2025 vouchers totaling $39,253,483.77 and preschool program fees for the 2025-26 school year. Members also approved the monitoring report for Academic Content Knowledge and Skills. The Superintendent discussed updating immigration enforcement policies to protect students.

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  February 10, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Lindsey Yocum Mark Stuart participated remotely. Student Representative Present: Ella Shi   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Laliberte shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.    3. Approve Agenda Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Eric Laliberte, second by Lindsey Yocum. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions 1. National Board Certified Teachers Emily Young, Director of Professional Learning, recognized the 2024-25 National Board Certified Teachers.  These nine educators certified as National Board Certified Teachers for the first time:  Heather Bornemeier Sasha (Alexandra) Davydova Shannon Fisher Camie Fleet Jennifer Hahn Yesol Jung Muddy (Maria-Elena) Kinzer Deborah Sullivan Victoria Walton These 11 National Board Certified Teachers Maintained their Certification (MOC): Kristin Becker-Brown  Jill Berge Jessica Coburn Danielle Frost Dan Mahoney David Menenberg Ardath Miller Kara Riely Brenda Sierer Jillian Stroup Kaitlin Va [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Sat Feb 1, 2025

Saturday Study Session - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

La junta de LWSD evaluará su propio desempeño y discutirá la incidencia legislativa

La Junta de Directores del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio que incluirá una autoevaluación de la junta facilitada por un consultor de WSSDA y una discusión sobre acciones legislativas y posibles defensas colectivas. No hay votos ni decisiones formales programadas.

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✓ Decidido: Board of Directors held Saturday Study Session on February 1

The meeting consisted of a Board Self Assessment and a discussion on Legislative Considerations. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

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  February 1, 2025 Saturday Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 8:06 a.m.   B. Topics 1. Board Self Assessment (8:00-11:00)   2. Legislative Considerations (11:00-12:00)   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 11:58 a.m.   D. Official Minutes   1. Official Minutes - February 1, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval:   Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Monday, February 3, 2025
Mon Jan 27, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba la aceptación final de la ampliación de la Mark Twain Elementary School

La Junta de Directores del Lake Washington School District se reunió para aprobar una agenda de consentimiento que incluía vales financieros e informes de personal. La junta aceptó formalmente la finalización del proyecto de ampliación de la Mark Twain Elementary School. Los comentarios públicos incluyeron la solicitud de un estudiante para una estación de relleno de agua en la Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves new competency-based credit policy and school addition projects

The Board adopted Policy 2409 to allow students to earn credit through competency and proficiency. The Board also approved final acceptance and commissioning reports for additions at Mark Twain, Rose Hill, and Rachel Carson elementary schools. Additionally, the Board approved $41.4M in December 2024 vouchers.

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January 27, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: Ella Shi, Shira Avitan   2. Land Acknowledgement Director Stuart shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement   3. Approve Agenda Resolution: Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Mark Stuart, second by Eric Laliberte. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions 1. Proclamation - Career and Technical Education Month, February 1-28, 2025 The board read a proclamation designating February 1-28, 2025, as Career and Technical Education Month.   2. Proclamation - National School Counseling Week, February 3-7, 2025 The board read a proclamation designating February 3-7, 2025, as National School Counseling Week.   D. Audience Participation 1. Public Comments - Speakers   # Name Role Topic Method of comment 1 Elizabeth Rothwell LWSD Staff;LWSD Student;Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning Green Team (7 students) The students would like to express their request for a water refill station at RSAR. In Person [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 27, 2025

Study Session - 5:00 p.m.

La Junta revisará las proyecciones de inscripción a 10 años del demógrafo Flo Analytics

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Lake Washington escuchará una presentación de Flo Analytics sobre las proyecciones de inscripción a corto y largo plazo hasta 2034-35. Los miembros de la Junta podrán hacer preguntas aclaratorias sobre los datos y los supuestos subyacentes. No se esperan decisiones formales; se trata de una sesión de estudio.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews 10-year student enrollment projections

The Board of Directors held a study session to review 10-year enrollment projections presented by Flo Analytics. Board members asked clarifying questions regarding the data and underlying assumptions. No formal decisions were made during this session.

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  January 27, 2025 Study Session Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Opening Items 1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.   Board Members Present Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum Student Representatives Present: Ella Shi, Shira Avitan   B. Topics 1. Enrollment projections, methodology and considerations The district contracts with an outside demographer, Flo Analytics, to develop short and long-term enrollment projects based on a set of variables including birth rates, student matriculation, single/multi-family construction and other relevant data. Flo Analytics presented their recently completed projections, providing a 10-year projection. After a presentation, Board members had an opportunity to ask clarifying questions about the data, the underlying assumptions and other relevant data to support the district's understanding of possible enrollment changes. Guests: Kent Martin, Director of Data Analytics Services Alex Brasch, Senior Population Geographer/Data Analyst   C. Closing Items 1. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.   D. Official Minutes 1. Official Minutes - January 27, 2025 Study Session To be signed upon approval. Minutes generated by Teresa Harding on Tuesday, January 28, 2025  
Mon Jan 13, 2025

Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

La Junta aprueba exenciones de certificación docente fuera de la especialidad y certificados condicionales

La Junta Escolar de Lake Washington aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluye vales para noviembre de 2024, actas de reuniones anteriores, un informe de recursos humanos, exenciones de asignación fuera de la especialidad para cinco maestros, certificados condicionales para dos empleados y donaciones. La junta también reconoció el Mes de Reconocimiento de la Junta Escolar y escuchó comentarios públicos sobre la identificación de estudiantes HiCap y el pickleball en las canchas de tenis.

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✓ Decidido: Lake Washington School District approves $48.6M in November vouchers

The Board approved a consent agenda including $48,654,481.96 in November 2024 vouchers and several administrative reports. The Board also approved monitoring reports for personnel administration and financial planning. Superintendent Holmen reported a short-term target to reduce expenditures by $11 million for the 2025-26 school year.

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January 13, 2025 Board Meeting Lake Washington Board of Directors   A. Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 1. Welcome   B. Opening Items 1. Convene, Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.   Board Members Present: Leah Choi, Lisa Guthrie, Eric Laliberte, Mark Stuart, Lindsey Yocum   Student Representatives Present: James Wang, Sunehri Nog   2. Land Acknowledgement Vice President Guthrie shared the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors’ Land Acknowledgement.   3. Approve Agenda RESOLUTION:  Approve the agenda as presented.   Motion by Lisa Guthrie, second by Lindsey Yocum. Final Resolution: Motion Carries   C. Recognitions 1. School Board Recognition Month Dr. Holmen shared comments about School Board Recognition Month. The month of January is publicly recognized as School Board Recognition Month. The LWSD Board of Directors has been recognized by the Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA) as a Board of Distinction for the past four years. Each school library will receive a book donation to commemorate this year’s School Board.    D. Audience Participation     Name Role Topic Method of comment Ania Mitros LWSD Parent, Guardian or Family Member Identification of HiCap students Virtual Randal Richmond LWSD Reside [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]