1 PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 Board of Directors’ Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:30 p.m. C. L. Booth Education Service Center, 1215 W. Lewis Street, Pasco, WA 99301 A G E N D A 4:30 PM Study Session: Long Term Facilities Management Plan Implementation Bond #1 Session #3 Mrs. Michelle Whitney EXECUTIVE SESSION: RCW 42.30.110 (1) (g) Personnel 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Steve Christensen 2. FLAG SALUTE Three Rivers Elementary School led by Principal Jamie Bacon 3. ROLL CALL Steve Christensen Sherry Lancon Scott Lehrman Amy Phillips Aaron Richardson Maksim Karazhbei Isaac Marroquin Edgar Quiroz 4. AGENDA REVIEW 5. SPECIAL RECOGNITION: A. School Psychologists Mr. Shane Edinger B. Special Board Recognition: Dr. Aaron Richardson Mr. Shane Edinger 6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of October 22, 2019 8. CONSENT AGENDA A. Personnel Ms. Kelli York B. Warrants Mr. Kevin Hebdon C. Approval of Conditional Certificates Ms. Kelli York D. Approval of Out of Endorsement Teaching Assignments E. Out of State Travel for Maya Angelou 6 th Grade Students to Participate in Science Day at Silverwood Theme Park, Athol, ID. Mr. Erich Bolz F. Out of State and Overnight Travel for Chiawana High School Speech and Debate Students to Attend the Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Kalispell, MT. Dr. Jenny Rodriquez G. Overnight Student Travel for Pasco School District Student Board Representatives to Attend the Washington State School Directors’ Association Annual Conference in Bellevue, WA. Mrs. Michelle Whitney H. Ray Reynolds Middle School Construction Change Order No. 003 Dr. Susana Reyes
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PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Board of Directors’ Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:30 p.m.
C. L. Booth Education Service Center, 1215 W. Lewis Street, Pasco, WA 99301 A G E N D A
4:30 PM Study Session: Long Term Facilities Management Plan Implementation Bond #1 Session #3
2. FLAG SALUTE Three Rivers Elementary School led by Principal Jamie Bacon
3. ROLL CALL Steve Christensen Sherry Lancon Scott Lehrman Amy Phillips
Aaron Richardson Maksim Karazhbei Isaac Marroquin Edgar Quiroz
4. AGENDA REVIEW
5. SPECIAL RECOGNITION:
A. School Psychologists Mr. Shane Edinger
B. Special Board Recognition: Dr. Aaron Richardson Mr. Shane Edinger
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of October 22, 2019
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Personnel Ms. Kelli York B. Warrants Mr. Kevin Hebdon
C. Approval of Conditional Certificates Ms. Kelli York D. Approval of Out of Endorsement Teaching
Assignments
E. Out of State Travel for Maya Angelou 6th Grade Students to Participate in Science Day at Silverwood Theme Park, Athol, ID.
Mr. Erich Bolz
F. Out of State and Overnight Travel for Chiawana High School Speech and Debate Students to Attend the Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Kalispell, MT.
Dr. Jenny Rodriquez
G. Overnight Student Travel for Pasco School District Student Board Representatives to Attend the Washington State School Directors’ Association Annual Conference in Bellevue, WA.
Mrs. Michelle Whitney
H. Ray Reynolds Middle School Construction Change Order No. 003
Dr. Susana Reyes
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I. Approval of Security Upgrade Phase 3 Change Order No. 003
Dr. Susana Reyes
J. Approval of Contract for Fresh Produce Dr. Susana Reyes 9. ACTION ITEMS 10. REPORTS
A. Sixth Grade Transition Planning Update Dr. Jenny Rodriquez
B. Update: Creation of Director Districts Under the Voting Rights Act
OBJECTIVE: By proclamation of Gov. Jay Inslee, November 11-15, 2019 is School Psychologist Awareness Week (SPAW) in Washington. We are honored to celebrate and acknowledge the excellent services that school psychologists provide to the students and staff of Pasco School District. BACKGROUND: (Pertinent past action/events) School Psychologist(s) Vicente Acosta Dawn Heinecke Larry Bush Valerie Herron Geanette Brumbaugh Sandra Henry Elida Fernandez Stella Leatham Duane Franks Gene Lemmon Lora Fritz Courtney Pillatos Pedro Gonzalez Gloria Matz Leland Graham Kendra McCullough Darren Hansen Erin Ransdell
OBJECTIVE: To thank Board Member Dr. Aaron Richardson for his service to the students and employees of the Pasco School district and to our community through his volunteer service.
BACKGROUND: November 12 will be Dr. Richardson’s last meeting as a member of the school board.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES: N/A
PROJECTED COSTS: N/A BUDGET CODE: N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION: N/A
NEXT STEPS: N/A
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Pasco School District No. 1
Board of Directors’ October 22, 2019, 6:30 p.m. C. L. Booth Education Service Center, 1215 West Lewis Street, Pasco, WA 99301
M I N U T E S CALL TO ORDER Board Vice President Amy Phillips called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. FLAG SALUTE The flag salute was led by Livingston Elementary School, principal Joe Jisa. The students that led the flag salute are robotics club students at the school: Andrew Baumgartner, William Smith, Joseph Gardner, Isaiah Delgado, and Ashley Griffith. The students then led the flag salute. The Student Representatives presented each student with a Pride of Pasco pin. PRESENT Board of Directors Booth Administrators Steve Christensen, President Amy Phillips, Vice President (excused) Scott Lehrman, Member Aaron Richardson, Member Sherry Lancon, Member Maksim Karazhbei, Student Representative Isaac Marroquin, Student Representative Edgar Quiroz, Student Representative
Michelle Whitney, Superintendent Sarah Thornton, Assistant Superintendent Susana Reyes, Assistant Superintendent Erich Bolz, Assistant Superintendent Jenny Rodriquez, Executive Director T&L Secondary Kevin Hebdon, Executive Director Fiscal Services Carla Lobos, Executive Director Curriculum and Professional Development LeAnn Nunamaker, Director of Curriculum & Professional Development Steve Story, Executive Director of Operations Randy Nunamaker, Director of Capital Projects Shane Edinger, Director of Public Affairs Mark Garrett, Director of Technology Susan Sparks, Executive Director of Talent Management Robin Hay, Planning Principal Alma Duran, Director of Special Programs Megan Nelson, Director of STEM Toni Neidhold, Director of Employee Relations Raul Sital, Executive Director of Student Achievement Tracy Wilson, Executive Director of Special Services Brian Leavitt, Executive Director Learning Supports
AUDIENCE Audience sign-in is available in the Superintendent's office upon request.
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AGENDA REVIEW There are no additions or changes to this agenda. Request for an Executive Session this evening under RCW 42.30.110 (1) (g). SPECIAL RECOGNITION – School Principals The purpose is to recognize Principals for their dedication and commitment to PSD staff and students.
School Principal Assistant Principal
School Principal Assistant Principal
Angelou Diana Cissne Eric Christensen Three Rivers
Jamie Bacon Wade Barrow
Captain Gray Armando Castrellon Alisha Miller Twain Barbara
Pierce Chad Haertling
Chess Dora Noble Kylee Sixkiller-Bossert Whittier Victor Silva Lana Siemon
Franklin STEM Megan Nelson Jennifer Melendrez Stevens Raquel
Martinez Rosemary Gilliam
Frost Omar Escalera Ramon Ayala Chiawana John Wallwork
Brian Baker Phil Koestner Bryan Meredith Tony Rubalcava KC Bennion John Cazier
Livingston Joe Jisa Emily Gomez New Horizons Seth Johnson Becky Hitchman
Longfellow Claudia Serrano Erin Kerr Pasco High Jake Stueckle
Greg Domingos Julia Dudley Lawrence Elfering Veronica Machado Gregg Huisingh
Markham Robin Hay Becky Hitchman Delta Mike Johnson Tania Guaman McClintock STEM Jaime Morales Scott Raab iPAL Debra
Thurston
McGee Wendy Lechelt-Polster Holly Cozad Early Learning
Center Kristi Docken
Robinson Wendi Manthei Waylon Duncan Migrant Ed Program
Charlotte Stingley
AUDIENCE COMMENTS Raul Sital, Executive Director of Student Achievement, introduced PAC President Margarita Ramos, Ms. Ramos formally invited the Board members and community to the Annual PAC Conference; the event will be held Saturday October 26, 2019.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Scott Lehrman moved to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting of October 8, 2019 as presented. Ms. Sherry Lancon seconded the motion; the motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA Approved Consent Agenda items include:
• Personnel • Warrants • Approval of Sale of Surplus Property Franklin County Tax Property Parcel No. 117-582-019 • Approval of Recommendation of Architect and Engineering Selection for Transportation
Bay and Office • Approval of Security Upgrade Phase 3 Change Order No. 2 • Overnight Student Travel for Pasco High School DECA to attend Fall Leadership
Conference in Bellevue, WA. • Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School Jazz Choir to Attend Jazz Choir
Festival in Lynnwood, WA. • Out of Country and Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School Ski Club to
Participate in a Ski Trip at Red Mountain Ski Resort in Trail BC, Canada. • Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School FCCLA to attend the November
Executive Meeting in Wenatchee, WA. • Out of State and Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School FCCLA to Attend
the National Fall Conference in Dallas, TX. • Out of State and Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School Boys Cross Country
to attend the Nike Regional Meet in Boise, ID. • Overnight Student Travel for Chiawana High School MEChA to attend the CASHE
Conference in Pullman, WA. Ms. Sherry Lancon moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Dr. Aaron Richardson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. Mr. Christensen – Yes Ms. Phillips – (excused)
Ms. Lancon – Yes Mr. Lehrman – Yes
Dr. Richardson – Yes
There were no audience comments. ACTION ITEMS Pasco Middle Schools and Central and East Pasco Elementary Schools Boundary Recommendation – Dr. Susana Reyes The purpose of this action item this evening is to request Board action on a recommendation for attendance boundaries for Pasco Middle Schools and Central and East Pasco Elementary Schools. Reynolds Middle School is scheduled to open in August 2020 and the new Stevens Middle School will open in January 2021. Additionally, 6th grade will transition to the middle school level beginning in August of 2020. As a result, boundary revisions for the middle schools are necessary, and with the added capacity at the elementary level, boundary revisions for Central and East Pasco elementary schools will also be made.
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The boundary revision work began in May 2018. A committee of district staff and community used the guiding principles to develop initial boundary scenarios. In collaboration with JUB Engineering consultant, Spencer Montgomery, the boundary committee developed draft boundary scenarios for the district’s middle schools and Central and East Pasco elementary schools.
The draft boundary scenarios and related information was shared at each middle school open house on September 16, 2019. Four additional community meetings were offered on September 17th, 19th, 23rd, and 30th at Captain Gray Elementary, Markham Elementary and Stevens Middle School. Each occasion offered stakeholders an opportunity to review and provide feedback on draft scenarios 1, 2, and 3. The draft scenarios and feedback form were also available online. A report covering the information regarding the three draft boundary scenarios including student projected enrollment data, alignment with the Guiding Principles, and a brief high-level overview of stakeholder feedback was provided at the September 24th board meeting. Follow-up information and preliminary recommendation of Draft Scenario 1 was presented at the October 8, 2019 including an adjustment to the Central and East Pasco Elementary Draft Scenario. Ms. Sherry Lancon moved to approve draft scenario 1 as the recommended boundary for Pasco Middle Schools and Central and East Pasco Elementary Schools. Dr. Aaron Richardson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken as follows; the motion carried. Mr. Christensen – Yes Ms. Phillips – (excused)
Ms. Lancon – Yes Mr. Lehrman – Yes
Dr. Richardson – Yes
Board discussion followed. There were no audience comments. REPORTS School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB) Board Report – Kevin Hebdon The purpose of this report is to provide board members with an update on SEBB implementation efforts by district staff and estimated full year implementation cost increases related to SEBB. The Employee Services and Fiscal Services departments have teamed up to take on the implementation of SEBB as required by recent legislative action. Every benefit eligible employee must sign up for a SEBB MyAccount and make health plan selections or waive medical benefits by November 15, 2019. There are roughly 2,400 employees impacted by this change. The two departments have put great effort into providing information, training, and hands-on assistance in helping all district staff through this process. We would like to highlight some of the efforts being made and the impact they are having on district staff. Additionally, the financial figures around SEBB have fluctuated as SEBB has worked to implement the legislature’s recent action. Along with the report on the efforts to support our
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staff through this transition we have provided an update on the estimated cost increases for a full year of implementing SEBB throughout the district. As part of the District's work to periodically update our strategic improvement plan, we are seeking input from our stakeholders; the parents, community members and staff members who make up our Pasco School District community. Board discussion followed. There were no audience comments. EXTENDED STUDY/DISCUSSION There was no extended study/discussion presented. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The next Board Meeting will be held on November 12, 2019. During the study session this evening, we received direction from the Board to prepare for a November 2020 Bond election, so the next step to that process is to identify and narrow the scope of the projects that will be under that Bond. Reports at the next board meeting will include an update from Dr. Rodriquez on 6th grade transitioning, and Sarah Thornton will provide a report on the voter’s rights act.
COMMUNICATIONS Scott Lehrman – Extended appreciation for the invitation to the PAC annual conference and all the organizations in the community that seek involvement of parents and community in our student’s education. Stated that fall sports season at the middle school level has come to an end, he thanked to all the parents, staff and volunteers that help make those activities available to our students.
Sherry Lancon – Thanked the school principals; they all do an incredible job. She reminded the audience and Board members that the Three Rivers Elementary School dedication is on November 4th.
Aaron Richardson – Made some classroom visits recently at Virgie Robinson and Whittier Elementary. Attended an ATP meeting at Captain Gray recently as well as a PBIS meeting at Longfellow elementary and is really impressed at the work they are doing to improve student behavior.
Edgar Quiroz – This past Saturday he visited the University of Washington and he is getting excited to begin applying for colleges. This week is DECA week this week at Pasco High, they have various activities planned to get the word out about the club. Mayor Watkins came to the school to inaugurate the week at an assembly. On Thursday The Cross-Country team and the MCC are having their regional meet at Leslie Grove Park. This week Pasco is hosting their
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college and career night on October 24th. The Gravel Pit Game between Chiawana and Pasco High will be on Friday November 1st at Edgar Brown Stadium.
Isaac Marroquin – Chiawana’s band took 3rd place at the Yakima Harvest Fall Festival. This week is Pink Week at the school, tomorrow they will have a pancake breakfast for the students and staff members, the donations will be given to Tricities Cancer Center. Chiawana is also partnering with Wingstop takeover tonight and tomorrow evening and 10% of the proceeds will go to the Tri City Cancer Center. On October 26th there will be a college fair in their gym from 11-3pm; there will be over 77 colleges represented at this event. On Tuesday October 29th at 6pm they are hosting a Trunk or Treat at Virgie Robinson will be at Robinson Elementary.
Maksim Karazbhei - This Friday Delta will have a college fair, they will have colleges as well as community members there to talk about available scholarships for students. PSATs were this past week. Delta High seniors participated in college tours this past week. He shared that at the last comprehensive high school #3 meeting, he was informed that some of the community members went to Yakima to look at their high schools there and he wanted to thank the community members for their time that they are putting in as part of this process.
Steve Christensen - Attended the legislative assembly recently. WSSDA announced their ranking of legislative priorities. WSSDA annual conference will take place November 21-24th in Bellevue. He recently visited Longfellow and Chess Elementary schools and observed a few classrooms and thanked the staff and principals for hosting him.
Michelle Whitney – The work of our building administrators is extraordinary, she thanked them for all of their work and recognize that their lift and level of commitment is incredible, and our district is successful and better because of it. The first Strategic Refresh Planning Committee was held this past Tuesday, the next meeting is October 29th; she thanked all of the participants that came to roll up their sleeves and be a part of that work. Michelle highlighted the Chiawana High School mock interviews this past week that she was a part of; she was fascinated with the students she interviewed, they each had unique career pathway and plans after high school.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Directors adjourned at 8:45 p.m. President of the Board Secretary of the Board
Request Board approval of the following personnel actions. All salary amounts are based on the negotiated agreement between the Pasco School District and the Pasco Association of Educators.
NAME POSITION ACTION TAKEN EFFECTIVE DATE Allen, Brad Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) Stevens Banks, Kimberly Special Education Leave of absence 11/12/19 – 1/6/20 Chiawana Bell, Aaron Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa Bennett, James Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Bernal, Ana Assistant Coach Hired 10/23/19 Dance (coaching contract) Ochoa Campbell, Lynnsey Reading Recovery Leave of absence 8/27/19 - 12/2/19 Robinson extended Carrasco, Joe Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Chavez, Patricia 2nd Grade Leave of absence 10/16/19-10/26/19 Frost Cruz, Carlos Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa Dailey, Jerrod Assistant Coach Hired 11/4/19 Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Daniel, Veronica Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) Stevens Daos, Bernard Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Davis, Amber Nurse Leave of absence 10/14/19-10/28/19 Three Rivers Davis, Dan Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa
NAME POSITION ACTION TAKEN EFFECTIVE DATE Dehmer, Jami Reading Recovery Leave of absence 10/22/19-11/12/19 Angelou Denman, Chris Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) Ochoa Duncan, Celina Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) McLoughlin Garcia, Veronica Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) McLoughlin Gerber, Chelsie Math Leave of absence 4/9/19 – 12/31/19 Stevens extended Guajardo, Jonna Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) McLoughlin Guajardo, Vince Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Hall, Desiree Art Resigned 10/31/19 Markham Hossfeld, Caitlyn Assistant Coach Hired 11/18/19 Girls’ Basketball (coaching contract) Pasco High Ivey, Drew Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Jones, Casey 6th Grade Hired 11/8/19 Livingston (provisional contract) Juarez, Vanessa Kindergarten Leave of absence 10/11/19-6/10/20 McClintock Intermittent Lara, Ryan Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Lopez, Nora Nurse Leave of absence 10/21/19 – 11/2/19 Frost Mattson, Ryan Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin McKeown, Amy Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) McLoughlin McKeown, Julie Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) McLoughlin
NAME POSITION ACTION TAKEN EFFECTIVE DATE McKinstry, Matt Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa Mena, Anthony Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Mills, Cameron Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Moss, Tiffany Mental Health Therapist Hired 10/28/19 Booth (leave replacement contract) Newhouse, Mariah Kindergarten Leave of absence 9/30/19 – 11/3/19 Whittier Piper, Mark Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Bowling (coaching contract) Ochoa Pixler, Lisa Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) Stevens Prado, Roberto Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa Price, David Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Prince, Jason Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Ochoa Ringo, Kimberly Nurse Hired 11/13/19 Captain Gray (provisional contract) Rodriguez, Ashley Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) Stevens Ruud, Jason Special Education Hired 10/17/19 Stevens (provisional contract) Ruud, Jason Assistant Coach Hired 11/4/19 Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Sandoval, Alexis Assistant Coach Hired 11/7/19 Stevens (coaching contract) Simpkins, Paul Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin Soriano, Claudia Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Dance (coaching contract) Ochoa
NAME POSITION ACTION TAKEN EFFECTIVE DATE Vargas, Bryan Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Whitemarsh, Eric Head Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) Stevens Whitt, David Assistant Coach Hired 10/21/19 Boys’ Basketball (coaching contract) McLoughlin
PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 REPORT FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS – November 12, 2019
CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL ACTIONS
10/18/2019 – 11/7/2019
Request Board approval of the following personnel actions:
NAME
POSITION ACTION TAKEN
EFFECTIVE DATE
Atwood, Rini Paraeducator Livingston
Resigned to Accept Certificated Position
10/31/19
Ayde, Debra Bus Attendant Paraeducator Transportation
Hired 11/1/19
Bohnsack, Chad Maintenance Mechanic Transportation
OBJECTIVE: Obtain board approval of accounts payable warrants for 2019-2020 General, Capital Projects, Associated Student Body, and Transportation Vehicle funds. BACKGROUND: (Pertinent past action/events) All district warrants are subject to board approval. Policy 7322 allows the district to issue accounts payable warrants in advance of board approval. In the event any claim is disapproved, the auditing officer and superintendent will cause the claim to be recognized as a receivable and pursue collection until the funds are collected or until the board approves the claim.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES: N/A
PROJECTED COSTS: N/A BUDGET CODE: N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION: Warrant Date: October 17, 2019 General Fund warrants numbered 292838-293001 in the amount of $730,428.86 Capital Projects Fund warrants numbered 293002-293007 in the amount of $9,366.95 Associated Student Body Fund warrants numbered 293008-293016 in the amount of $50,922.99 Warrant Date: October 24, 2019 General Fund warrants numbered 293017-293171 in the amount of $679,138.02 Capital Projects Fund warrants numbered 293172-293180 in the amount of $198,786.26 Associated Student Body Fund warrants numbered 293181-293194 in the amount of $51,607.35 Warrant Date: October 31, 2019 Payroll Fund warrants numbered 292555, 292591, 292593, 292623, 292625, and 293195-293220 in the amount of $57,203.91 Warrant Date: October 31, 2019 General Fund warrants numbered 293221-293402 in the amount of $9,672,070.42 Capital Projects Fund warrants numbered 293403-293406 in the amount of $375,074.38 Associated Student Body Fund warrants numbered 293407-293416 in the amount of $21,134.63
CABINET ADMINISTRATOR: Sarah Thornton PRESENTER: Kelli York
REPORT 1ST READING DISCUSSION 2ND READING
X ACTION REQUIRED
OBJECTIVE: To obtain board approval of conditional certification as required by WAC 181-79A-231.
BACKGROUND: WAC 181-79A-231 allows for conditional certification to assist school districts in meeting the state’s educational goals by giving them flexibility in hiring decisions based on shortages, but also requires formal board approval of conditional certification. The district requests this authorization by the school board pursuant to the WAC.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECTED COSTS: BUDGET CODE:
SUGGESTED MOTION: The board of directors approves conditional certification for the following individuals per WAC 181-79A-231. Name Endorsements Kimberly Ringo School Nurse Haley Stricker School Speech Lang Pathologist
TOPIC: Approval of Out of Endorsement Teaching Assignments
CABINET ADMINISTRATOR: Sarah Thornton
PRESENTER: Kelli York
REPORT 1ST READING DISCUSSION 2ND READING
X ACTION REQUIRED
OBJECTIVE: To obtain board approval of out of endorsement teaching assignments as required by WAC 181-82-110.
BACKGROUND: WAC 181-82-110 allows for certificated teachers to teach a class outside of their area of endorsement, but also requires formal board approval of these assignments. The district requests the required board approval pursuant to the WAC.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECTED COSTS: BUDGET CODE: SUGGESTED MOTION: Move to approve the out of endorsement teaching assignments (one or more courses) for the following individuals per WAC 181-82-110 and WAC 392-172A-02092: Name School Assignment Hedlund, Karl Emerson Elementary School Additional Period (Elementary Art)
OBJECTIVE: To secure board approval for student travel. BACKGROUND: Mrs. Diana Cissne, Maya Angelou Principal, is seeking permission for students to participate in Science Day on May 20, 2020, which requires travel to Silverwood Theme Park, Athol, ID. The students will leave and return the same day. There will be 137 students traveling.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECTED COSTS: $8,826.34 per event BUDGET CODE: Students/Fundraising
SUGGESTED MOTION: I move that student travel for selected students to participate in Science Day, Silverwood Theme Park, Athol, ID., occurring May 20, 2020 be approved as presented.
NEXT STEPS:
Revised 2-4-16
PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Trips with Students
Name of School, Group and Advisor: Denise Hunter, Jessica Mitchell, Holli Granata, Rodrigo Juarez, Bill Stillwell
Purpose of Trip: Silverwood Science Days
Date of Trip: May 21, 2020
Location of Event: Athol, ID (Silverwood Theme Park)
Method of Transportation: School Bus/A&A Motor Coach
Staff Chaperoning and Parent Volunteers Jessica Mitchell (point of contract f/trip 509-539-2945), Denise Hunter, Holli Granata, Rodrigo Juarez, Bill Stillwell and 4 parent volunteers per teacher.
Cost Detail:
Transportation Lodging Registration Meals Other (specify)
Total cost entire event per student
$4,278.94 Hotel Name, Location and Phone Number: N/A $ .00
$2,730.00 $1,817.40
$8,826.34
Emergency Contact Phone Number(s): 1-509-591-1208 Diana Cissne, Principal
Budget Responsibility: Students/Fundraising
Revised 2-4-16
ITINERARY: May 20, 2020 6:15 am Students Arrive at Maya Angelou
6:30 am Bus Departs from Maya Angelou
• Remember that district policy requires ALL students to ride the bus to Silverwood regardless of whether or not their parent is driving as a chaperone.
• All pre-approved chaperones may need to provide their own transportation to Silverwood, based on bus space.
• Please plan on being at Silverwood no later than 9:30 am.
• See your child's teacher when you drop them off to get your admission ticket.
9:30 am Arrive at Silverwood
10:00 -12:00 pm
Science Activities at Silverwood
• Students will be in teams of 4 completing the STEM challenges. Please stick with your assigned group and support as needed. You may have students shared between two chaperones since the challenges require no more than 4 students in a group.
12:00 -2:00 pm
LUNCH in the Park (provided) with unlimited drinks all day
• 12:00-2:00 Lunch (students may go anytime between 12 and 2)
12:00 -4:45 pm
Enjoy the Rides
2:30 pm Check in #1: Please text your child's teacher when all students are accounted for.
4:45 pm Check in #2 Meet at the Carousel (by front entrance). Please report to your child's teacher when all members of your group are accounted for.
5:00 pm
7:45 pm
Board the bus to return home
Approximate arrival time at Maya Angelou is 7:45pm
8:20 pm ALL students need to be picked up by this time
Expectations
• All students will remain with their buddy at ALL times while in the park.
• Parent chaperones will choose a way to communicate with their group and make sure every group member knows this. Some ideas are listed below:
o Let buddy pairs ride on their own but check in with you via text (if able) at 2:30 and meet you in person at 4:45
o Set a meeting place where your group members meet you in person at 2:30 and meet at the carousel at 4:45
• There is a Teacher's lounge with coffee and cookies. You do not need to stay with your group at all times. Please give them some independence. We have terrific kids and know they will make great choices and be a good reflection of our school.
• Students may use their phones appropriately in the park. Appropriate things include taking pictures and communicating with group members/chaperones. Students should not be on social media while at the park and have been asked to refrain from posting pictures until they return. We know this will be hard to monitor and are trusting that our students will make good choices and enjoy a fun day with their classmates.
Revised 2-4-16
Students attending: Roster located in Superintendent’s Office
TOPIC: Out of State and Overnight Travel for Chiawana High School Speech and Debate Students to Attend the Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Kalispell, MT.
OBJECTIVE: To secure board approval for student travel.
BACKGROUND: Vicky Hyde, Chiawana High School Speech and Debate Club Advisor is seeking permission to travel for selected students to attend Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Kalispell, MT, occurring December 5-8, 2019.
There will be 8 students traveling.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECTED COSTS: $2450.00 Per event BUDGET CODE: 4016-4482
SUGGESTED MOTION: I move the travel for selected the students to attend Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Kalispell, MT. occurring December 5-8, 2019 to be approved as presented.
NEXT STEPS:
Rev. 7-26-18
PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 Trips with Students
Name of School, Group and Advisor: Chiawana High School Speech and Debate Advisor Vicky Hyde
Purpose of Trip: Attend Western Montana Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament
Date of Trip: Thursday, December 5, 2019- Sunday, December 8, 2019
Location of Event (include venue): Flathead High School 644 4th Ave. West Kalispell, MT 59901
Method of Transportation: Amtrak, Rental Vehicle (Hyde has Type II License)
Staff Chaperoning and Parent Volunteers: (Must have one chaperone for every 15 students) Vicky Hyde
Cost Detail: Transportation Lodging Registration Meals $35x8 students Other (1 day sub teacher): Total cost
entire event per student
$1325 Hotel Name, Location and Phone Number: Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Highway 93 South Kalispell, Montana, 59901, USA 406-756-4500
Budget Responsibility (club, students, fund-raisers, etc.) Speech and Debate 4016-4482 and 1 0149 27 016 0800
ITINERARY: (include time and location of departures/arrivals, location of events, beginning and ending times of events, meal times, etc.) Please see attached Student Permission Slip.
Submitted by: Victoria Hyde 10/18/19
Approved by: John Wallwork 10-29-19
Rev. 7-26-18
ITINERARY:
December 5, 2019 Students have dinner prior to meeting at Amtrak Station
8:15 PM Meet at Pasco Amtrak Station 8:57 PM Depart Pasco December 6, 2019 7:20 AM Arrive Whitefish, MT; Pick up rental vehicle 8:00 AM Breakfast and sightseeing 12:00 PM Lunch 1:00 PM Check in to hotel, change clothes 2:00 PM Competition begins at Flathead High School; rounds 1-4
Dinner meal available between rounds at school concessions 10:00 PM Depart for hotel 11:00 PM Bed check and lights out December 7, 2019 7:00 AM Breakfast at hotel 8:00 AM Competition continues at FHS; rounds 5, 6, semifinals, finals
Lunch and dinner meal available between rounds at school concessions 6:30 PM Transfer to Glacier High School for awards 7:30 PM Awards 8:30 PM Depart for train station and return rental vehicle 9:16 PM Depart Whitefish December 8, 2019 5:25 AM Arrive Pasco Amtrak Station – Parent pick up
TOPIC: Overnight Student Travel for Pasco School District Student Board Representatives to Attend the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) Annual Conference, Bellevue, WA
OBJECTIVE: To secure board approval for overnight student travel.
BACKGROUND: (Pertinent past action/events) Superintendent Whitney is seeking permission for overnight travel for the current 2019-20 Students Board Representatives to attend the Washington State School Directors' Association (WSSDA) 2019 Annual Conference in Bellevue, WA. on November 22-24, 2019. This year’s conference runs Friday to Sunday for students.
SUGGESTED MOTION: I move the overnight travel Student Board Representatives to Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) Annual Conference, Bellevue, WA. be approved as presented.
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Revised 3-9-06
PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Trips with Students Name of School, Group and Advisor: PHS Chaperones, Julia Dudley and Brian Torrance (Both have Type II License)
Purpose of Trip: WSSDA 2019 Annual Conference
Date of Trip: November 22 - 24, 2019
Location of Event Hyatt Bellevue
Method of Transportation: Pasco School District Vehicle (Expedition)
Staff Chaperoning and Parent Volunteers Chaperones, Julia Dudley and Brian Torrance (Both have Type II License)
Cost Detail: Transportation (PSD Vehicle)
Lodging Registration Meals (Student Meal) Meals for Chaperones Total cost entire event per student
$ 640
Hotel Name, Location and Phone Number Hyatt Regency Bellevue 900 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004 (425) 462-1234
PROJECT: (Name and address) CONTRACT INFORMATION: CHANGE ORDER INFORMATION:PSD Middle School #4 Contract For: General Construction Change Order Number: 0039507 Burns RoadPasco, WA 99301
Date: April 29, 2019 Date: October 8, 2019
OWNER: (Name and address) ARCHITECT: (Name and address) CONTRACTOR: (Name and address)Pasco School District No. 1 MMEC Architecture & Interiors Fowler General Construction, Inc.1215 W. Lewis St.Pasco, WA 99301
1 N. Monroe St., Suite 200Spokane, WA 99201
2161 Henderson LoopRichland, WA 99354
THE CONTRACT IS CHANGED AS FOLLOWS:(Insert a detailed description of the change and, if applicable, attach or reference specific exhibits. Also include agreed upon adjustments attributable to executed Construction Change Directives.)
PCO #010: CE #008 - ASI #03 - Vending Machine Alcove Size Revision $4,588.87PCO #015: CE #033 - PR#011 - Chiller 1 Breaker and Feeder Size Reduction ($4,393.50)PCO #016: CE #034 - PR #012 - Elevator Oil Water Separator $5,268.69PCO #017: CE #035 - PR#013 - UPS Revised Power Supply ($861.98)PCO #021: CE #022 - PR#007 - Louver Dimensional Changes and Clarifications $0.00PCO #022: CE #027 - CCD#002 - Trash Enclosure Revisions $4,406.08PCO #026: CE #029 - CCD #003 - Future Washer Dryer Floor Drain $736.44PCO #027: CE #064 - PR#009 - Tennis Court Earthwork $9,080.97PCO #028: CE #065 - Hardware Finish Change $4,376.43PCO #029: CE #052 - PR#20 - Gas Meter Power Supply $969.99PCO #031: CE #058 - ASI #021 - AV Cabinet Revisions $863.63PCO #032: CE #037 - RFI #039 - Vertical Folding Panel Partition Power Requirements $443.98
The original Contract Sum was $ 31,035,000.00 The net change by previously authorized Change Orders $ 43,723.19 The Contract Sum prior to this Change Order was $ 31,078,723.19The Contract Sum will be increased by this Change Order in the amount of $ 25,479.60The new Contract Sum including this Change Order will be $ 31,104,202.79
The Contract Time will be increased by Zero (0) days.The new date of Substantial Completion will be July 10, 2020
NOTE: This Change Order does not include adjustments to the Contract Sum or Guaranteed Maximum Price, or the Contract Time, that have been authorized by Construction Change Directive until the cost and time have been agreed upon by both the Owner and Contractor, in which case a Change Order is executed to supersede the Construction Change Directive.
NOT VALID UNTIL SIGNED BY THE ARCHITECT, CONTRACTOR AND OWNER.
MMEC Architecture & Interiors Fowler General Construction, Inc. Pasco School District No. 1ARCHITECT (Firm name) CONTRACTOR (Firm name) OWNER (Firm name)
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
Dan Krippaehne PRINTED NAME AND TITLE PRINTED NAME AND TITLE PRINTED NAME AND TITLE
OBJECTIVE: To obtain board approval for Change Order No. 003 Siefken & Sons Construction, Inc. for Security Upgrades phase 3 at Chiawana High School, Ochoa and McLoughlin middle schools and Robinson, Angelou and Chess elementary schools.
BACKGROUND: (Pertinent past action/events) Change Order No. 3 Consists of two items:
Provide new countertop at Virgie Robinson Elementary per COP 9 $996.54 Add door closers at McLoughlin Middle School and Chiawana High School per COP 10 $453.29
Change Order No. 003 Total $1,449.83
The original Contract Sum was $468,800.00
The net change by previously authorized Change orders $23,287.89 The Contract Sum prior to this Change order was $492,087.89
The Contract Sum will be increased by this change order in the amount of $1,449.83 The new Contract Sum, including this change order will be $493,537.72
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECT COSTS: $1,449.83 BUDGET CODE: 2851822000-0700 SUGGESTED MOTION: I move to approve Change Order No. 003 with Siefken And Sons Construction, Inc. for Security Upgrades phase 3 in the amount of $1,449.83 which includes state and local taxes. NEXT STEPS:
OBJECTIVE: To obtain Board approval to award contract for fresh produce to Spokane Produce, LLC.
BACKGROUND: A call for bids was advertised September 29 and October 6, 2019. The proposal called for bid on 92 separate items. The following are the results of the bid process: Three bids were opened on October 19, 2019: Spokane Produce bid 90 out of 92 items at $344,975 American Produce bid 7 out of 92 items at $2,719 Food Services of America submitted a non-responsive bid.
I move to award the Fresh Produce contract to Spokane Produce, LLC.
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Pasco School District No. 1 SUPPORT SERVICES 3412 Stearman Avenue Pasco, WA 99301 (509) 546‐2691
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Fresh Produce The Pasco School District will accept proposals until 1:00 p.m. on October 11, 2019, for the purchase of Fresh Produce for Student Nutrition Programs. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS Proposals shall be submitted in hard copy. A duly authorized agent must sign proposal forms in ink. Proposals shall be submitted to the RFP Coordinator prior to the date and time indicated on the cover page. Mail or hand‐deliver to: Pasco School District No. 1 3412 Stearman Avenue Pasco, Washington 99301 Clearly mark envelope: ATTENTION: Marvin Moore SEALED BID FRESH PRODUCE Proposers assume the risk for the method of delivery chosen. Proposals received after the time and date set for opening will be returned to the Bidder unopened. Electronic and Faxed proposals will not be accepted. SCOPE OF WORK The contractor shall supply all labor, equipment, apparatus, appliances, tools, transportation, and other facilities and services necessary to provide fresh produce to Pasco School District No. 1 in accordance with the specifications below. RFP COORDINATOR The RFP Coordinator is the sole point of contact for this procurement. All communication between the Bidder and the District shall be with the RFP Coordinator. Any other communication will be considered unofficial and non‐binding. Bidders are to only rely on written statements issued by the RFP Coordinator: Marvin Moore 509‐546‐2691 [email protected]
Spokane Produce
American Produce
FSA
Produce Item PackTotal Bid Amount
Total Bid Amount
Non-Responsive
Apple, Gala 125 ct. 115.25 158.50
Apple, Golden 125 ct. 140.25 148.50
Apple, Red 125 ct. 130.25 148.50
Apple, Red 163 ct. 375.75 148.50
Apple, Granny 125 ct. 450.75 148.50
Apple, Piiiata 125 ct. 556.50
Apple, sliced, 1/W 2.0 oz. 1,584.00 1,752.00
Apples and Grapes, sliced, I/W 2.0-2.3 oz. 5,160.00
Apple, sliced (4) 3 lb. bags/case 248.00 214.50
Banana, whole 10 lb. 94.40
Banana, individual 10 lb. 94.40
Banana, individual 40 lb./100-110 ct. 1,067.50
Banana, petite 150 ct. 214.00
Broccoli/ Carrot coin or baby carrot (100) 2 oz. bags/case 22,300.00
Broccoli, florets 3 lb. 49.40
Broccoli, florets (2) 3 lb. bags/case 76.25
Broccoli, florets (4) 3 lb. bags/case 115.50
Cantaloupe, fresh, pre-cut 5 lb. 33.20
Carrots, baby or mini, I/W 2 oz. 930.00
Carrots, baby or mini 5 lb. 44.70
Carrots, baby or mini (4) 5 lb. bags/case 96.75
Carrots, sticks or slims 5 lb. 53.15
Carrots, sticks or slims (4) 5 lb. bags/case 391.50
Cauliflower, florets 3 lb. 140.80
Cauliflower, florets (4) 3 lb. bags/case 150.40
Celery, I/W (150) 1.6 oz. bags/case 340.50
Celery, sticks 5 lb. 25.00
Celery, sticks (4) 5 lb. bags/case 75.20
Celery, stalks 24-30 ct. 39.94
Celery/Cauliflower (100) 2 oz. bags/case 27,800.00
Cole slaw, mix 5 lb. 15.88
Cole slaw, mix (4) 5 lb. bags/case 30.70
Cilantro, washed, trimmed (3) bunches/bag 16.60
Cucumber 36 ct. 573.00
Cucumber 24 ct. 172.70
Cucumber 6 ct. 37.10
Cucumber, sliced (5O) 2.7 oz. bags/case 171.75
Grapes, I/W 2.0 -2.5 oz. bags 1,270.50
Grapes, I/W (100) 2 oz. bags/case 356.00
Grapes, red, bulk, lunch bunch 150 ct. 1,023.00
Grapes, red, bulk, snack pack 80-90 ct. 738.00
Jalapeno 2 lb. 2,805.00
Honeydew, fresh, pre-cut 5 lb. 37.20
Jicama, sticks 2 oz. 556.00
Jicama, sticks 5 lb. 510.00
Jicama, sticks (4) 5 lb. bags/case 1,772.00
Jicama/Lime packet I/W (100) 2 oz. bags/case 25,800.00
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this report is to provide an update to the board on the topic of sixth grade transition to middle schools.
BACKGROUND: A cross-district team has been assembled to coordinate the sixth grade students to middle schools 2020-21 school year. This group has several objectives:
• Distribute and evaluate Elementary parent input on 6th grade transition via survey• Schedule elementary parent summit to prioritize needs• Coordinate a MS scheduling benchmark study with Hanover and Associates• Conduct research on MS bell schedules and best practices for middle level learners• Schedule work group sessions• Develop work plan for MS work group
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PROJECTED COSTS: BUDGET CODE:
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6th Grade TransitionUpdate
November 12, 2019
Putting students first to make learning last a lifetime: Celebrating academics, diversity and innovation
MS Work Group Foundation
Establishing a Cross-District TeamSpring 2018-2019• MS Principals identified staff to serve on cross-district
team, including representatives of:– Each content area– 7th and 8th grade– Specialists– SPED– Instructional coaches
• Elementary Principals helped recruit 6th grade teachers to serve on the team
• District added support personnel for:– AVID– Behavior– CTE– SPED– Hi-Cap
• Initial kick-off meeting held June 2019
MS Work Group ParticipantsMcLoughlin MS Stevens MS Ochoa MS Elementaries District
Vikki Fogelson, Principal
Raquel Martinez, Principal
Jackie Ramirez, Principal
Rebecca Parker,Curie ES
Deb Thurston, CTE
Sarah Overturf, Counselor
Tino Riojas, Counselor
Carolynn Jones, AD / Facilitator
Mari Smith,McClintock ES
Laura Jones, CTE TOSA
Travis Elliott, AD Matt Whitehead, AD / Health / PE
Michelle Covey, SPED
Bill Stilwell,Maya Angelou ES
Nita Kamphuis, SPED
Heidi Whitt, ELA / History
Kristen Donahue, 7th Math
Teresa Templeton, ELA / History
Krista Williams,Franklin ES
Kandace Meinecke, SPED Ed Specialist
Maria Keaney, Math coach
Megan Raihl, Science
Amy Redell,8th Math
Amanda Wilson,Curie ES
Shellie Hatch, AVID
Karri Britain, Science / AVID
Don May, Music Rachel Roders, 7th
Math / CoachLeann Nunamaker, Hi-Cap
Maria Bice, CTE Sarah Pack, Hi-Cap TOSA
Why engage in cross-district work?
Communication and transparency
Equitable opportunities and experiences for students
Student success
Common vision
Scheduling / planning
Collaboration and best practices
Our Purpose
Item DotsTrimesters (vs. quarters/semesters) 5Scheduling:- Block schedule, bell schedule, houses- PLC time, team time, cross district team
time
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Multi-Tiered System of Supports:- Academic (RTI): how we will use
enhancement, interventions- Behavior (PBIS)- Advisory- Serving EL and SPED; IEP impacts from
changes; inclusion models
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Offerings / Experiences- Exploratory- College and career readiness- Course options: tech safety, advanced
math, STEM- Grade level content for all students- Extra-curriculars for 6th grade
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Standards based grading, grading in general 11
Non-Purpose
Staffing for moving 6th
grade teachers back to MS
Construction impacts and timelines at Stevens MS and Reynolds MS
MS boundaries
Planning for 2019-2020 WorkSummer 2019Based on the group’s identified why statement, prioritized purpose and identified non-purpose, planning continued:
• Elementary parent input on 6th grade transition via survey
• Scheduled elementary parent summit to prioritize needs
• Coordinated a MS scheduling benchmark study with Hanover and Associates
• Conducted research on MS bell schedules and best practices for middle level learners
• Scheduled work group sessions• Work plan developed for MS work group
MS Work Group OutcomesOverarching Outcomes• Increase work group members’ foundational understanding of
MS best practices• Increase cross-district collaboration through shared work and
strengthened relationships
Session 1 Outcomes (10/23/19)• Ensure clarity around the “why?” behind cross-district work• Provide guidance for successful 6th grade students’ transition• Identify foundations of MS best practices• Understand guiding questions for scheduling• Explore research on MS scheduling• Plan for communication of today’s work
MS Work Group Outcomes, cont.Session 2 Outcomes (11/13/19)• Continue to explore research on MS scheduling• Recommend school calendar, trimester vs. semester• Develop draft bell schedule recommendation
Session 3 Outcomes (12/4/19)• Refine bell schedule recommendation• Develop draft recommendations for exploratory and other
course offerings (tech, adv math, STEM, etc.)
Session 4 Outcomes (1/8/20)• Finalize recommendation of bell schedule• Finalize recommendations for exploratory offerings, other
course offerings• Generate recommendation for 6th grade extra-curriculars• Celebrate our work
MS Work Group, Session 1 tasksFall 2019-2020• Reviewed our why, our tasks, and norms for collaboration• Provided communication updates on non-purpose items• Explored middle level research to ground our work
– AMLE This We Believe 16 Characteristics of successful middle schools
– Developmental characteristics of middle level learners• Reviewed elementary parent survey and summit results• Explored research-based best practices for middle school
transition• Worked on initial draft of talking points for 5th/6th grade
families• Reviewed and revised guiding questions for scheduling• Completed a deep dive into MS scheduling research
Elementary Parent Survey & Summit• District invited 4th and 5th grade parents to
participate in an online survey• Open-ended question and summit sign-up• 58 responses received; ~80 ideas
• All parents who indicated interest were invited to the summit
• Information was also provided to elementary principals to direct invite parents
• Summit held September 26th
• Participants reviewed and categorized all survey comments
• Participants then prioritized comments to provide guidance to MS work group
Elementary Parent SummitParents generated the following categories of survey comments:
• Class offerings and class size• Safety / Bullying• Logistics and Communication• Sports and activities• Dual language• Other concerns• Opinion
Elementary Parent PrioritiesSurvey Comment DotsExtra-curricular activities. Our elementary school provides a number of opportunities for after-school activities (chess, robotics, soccer, Destination Imagination). I believe 6th graders do not participate in sports at the middle school. Will there be other organized activities available for them- or even intramural sports? 8Safety...and no bullying 6
Safety 5The district communicating when schedules and 6th grade orientation is. 5I would suggest much better communication earlier on. I have 2 kids that just started Middle School the last 2 years and I was very frustrated with the lack of communication that I received as a first time middle school parent. This year I didn't receive the information telling me when to pick up schedules until the day after I was supposed to pick them up. These should be sent out 2 weeks before school starts to make sure people are not on vacation or something when they are supposed to pick up schedules. 5Electives. What electives will be available for 6th graders? Will this be different than what 7th and 8th graders are offered? 5Will there be feeder schools? 4A positive and an inspiring environment 3Clarity on boundary lines and an effort to keep kids that have spent k-5 together in the same middle school, schedule setup to limit the amount of time 8th graders are interacting with 6th graders (main focus on limiting bullying, social pressures), what athletics and extracurricular will be offered to 6th graders 3I would like to know the proposed population of each school. Currently I have a child that just started in the 7th grade at Mcloughlin and he was unable to eat hot lunch due to the length of lines. Are the current schools built to accommodate the influx of children. Currently Mcloughlin can't handle lunches nor is there sufficient parking for the amount of children and facility members. 3
Is dual language going to be offered at new Middle School? 3
6th Grade Transition Research Aha’s• It’s a transition period / range of transition (5th-9th grades)• Students are not just changing buildings – they are changing
physically, emotionally, hormonally, etc.• Relationships with peers and teachers have a direct correlation
on how students transition academically• Students want independence; adults need to explicitly teach
expectations and procedures and provide protection through security and structure
• MS environment is vastly different than students’ prior experience
• Students may have lowered motivation and academic success at time of transition – MS can provide opportunity to transition and recover before HS
• The whole school is needed to make transition work for kids• Research provides resources to review and refine current
transition plans
Initial Guiding Questions• How many periods do you want students to have each day?• What is the appropriate number of subjects for students to be
enrolled in during one day, term, or year?• What is the appropriate time balance between core and
elective courses?• How should exploratory classes be scheduled in relation to
other classes?• Should schedules permit extended learning time for students
who need additional time to meet course expectations or for students to receive enrichment?
• How many students are enrolled in a particular course?• How many sections of each course will be needed?• Should a school schedule be compatible across elementary,
middle, and high schools in the district / feeder pattern?
Upcoming Work …Winter 2019-2020• Continue to explore research on MS scheduling• Recommend school calendar, trimester vs. semester• Develop bell schedule recommendation
– Blocks, periods, houses, lunches– Response to Intervention (tiered academic interventions)– MS Advisory– Collaboration time, Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT) structure
• Revise bell schedule recommendation– Meeting the needs of SPED, ELs, Hi-Cap– Meeting the needs for exploration and career/college
readiness• Develop recommendations for exploratory and other
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this discussion is to provide an update to the board on the topic of director districts.
BACKGROUND: The members of the Pasco School District board of directors are currently elected into at-large positions, meaning an eligible voter in the district votes for each position. In 2017, a community member requested that the board look at adopting director districts as a way of achieving broader community representation on the board. A study session was held in January 2018, with additional information provided in September 2018, following a change in the Washington Voting Rights Act. The change in the law allows the board to change the at-large board elections to a director district framework without requiring voter approval. The board directed staff and outside counsel in March 2019 to engage a demographer to provide information regarding Pasco’s voting age population to determine if director districts were feasible. This brief report will provide an update on the demographer’s work.
POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES:
PROJECTED COSTS: BUDGET CODE:
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Washington Voting Rights Act and Director Districts Update
Board of Directors MeetingNovember 12, 2019
Background• Community member request in 2017 to
consider director districts• Study session on January 9, 2018• Further discussion on September 25,
2018, resulted in board direction to engage outside counsel to explore feasibility
• March 26, 2019 report from attorney John Safarli resulted in board direction to engage a demographer
Washington Voting Rights Act
• Ch. 29A.92 RCW• Effective June 7, 2018• Provides a state cause of action for
enforcement by individuals• Provides new mechanism for jurisdictions
to proactively change the election system without voter approval
• Applies to all political subdivisions
Washington Voting Rights ActVote dilution claim• Protected class voters consistently
support candidates different from those supported by white voters
• Protected-class voters “do not have an equal opportunity to elect candidates of their choice”
• No requirement to demonstrate that a “majority-minority district” can be created
Change to Director Districts:Questions to Consider
Community interest/concern Public policy reasons for making a
change Percentage of protected class voters in
the district and their geographic location Whether protected class candidates
have been historically unsuccessful in district elections
Evaluation by Demographer
Preliminary evaluation shows it is possible for PSD to be divided into one or more single-member districts where protected-class voters would make up the majority of the eligible voters in the district
