2018-07-09-minutes.txt

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BATTLE GROUND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Regular Board Meeting
July 9, 2018
6:00 P.M.
  Lewisville Campus
406 NW Fifth Avenue
Battle Ground, WA
  MINUTES
  Members present:
Ken Root, Mavis Nickels, Tina Lambert
  Members excused:
Monty Anderson, Troy McCoy
  Administrators present:
Superintendent, Mark Ross; Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Linda Allen
  Administrators excused:
Deputy Superintendent, Denny Waters
  Recorder:
Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Directors, Sandy U'Ren
  Patron/Staff: 150+
  1. Call to Order
School Board President, Ken Root called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
    2. Pledge of Allegiance
Ken Root led the flag salute.
    3. Roll Call
Sandy U'Ren called roll and noted Monty Anderson and Troy McCoy had excused absences. There was a quorum.
  Motion by Mavis Nickels, Mr. President, I move that we excuse Monty Anderson and Troy McCoy from the meeting.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries, 3-0.
Aye: Ken Root, Mavis Nickels, Tina Lambert
  4. Agenda Approval
A. Agenda Approval
Mark Ross asked the Board to make an adjustment to the agenda. He asked the Board to indefinitely remove Item A under Old Business; Second Reading/Adoption of Comprehensive Health. The audience applauded. Mr. Ross reported the district will be looking at restarting the adoption process, but for now he wants to assure the process is clear and transparent.
  Mr. Ross announced that parents have the ability to review the material and choose to opt out their child for all adopted curricula. Mr. Ross explained that the current high school health curriculum, according to the state's framework is not medically accurate. There was some urgency to adopt new curriculum by July so it would be in place for parents to review the material by the fall. Since teachers will be apart of the new adoption process, the process will not begin until September. The curriculum directors will confirm with the state that the current health curriculum can be used in the interim.
  Mr. Ross asked the board to remove from the agenda, Item A under Old Business; Second Reading/Adoption of Comprehensive Health.
  Mavis Nickels asked for clarification from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and state law as to the expectations as we move forward. Mr. Ross said that will be part of the adoption process.

Ken Root announced that he received five phone calls regarding the FLASH sexual health curriculum from concerned individuals, four of which did not live in Washington. Mr. Root reported that parents have the right to opt out their child from the high school FLASH sexual health curriculum. He is aware the community has specific needs and that options will be available for those that choose whether or not to participate, yet still meet graduation requirements. 
  Motion by Tina Lambert, The Board of Directors approve the agenda, with the exception to delete Item A under Old Business; Second Reading/Adoption of Comprehensive Health.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries, 3-0.
Aye: Ken Root, Mavis Nickels, Tina Lambert
    5. Oaths of Office for Student Representatives
A. Sidnie Boadwine, Student Representative
Ken Root provided background information on the process that was taken on the selection of the student representatives to serve on the Board. Mr. Root reported the senior student representative will serve a one-year term and the junior student representative will serve a two-year term.

Mark Ross invited Sidnie Boadwine and her parents to come forward. Mr. Ross reported Sidnie Boadwine is an incoming junior at Battle Ground High School. Mr. Ross swore Sidnie Boadwine in as a student representative. There was applause. The Board congratulated Miss Boadwine and then took her seat with the Board. 
  B. Jayson Maddux, Student Representative
Mark Ross invited Jayson Maddux and his parents to come forward. Mr. Ross announced Jayson Maddux is an incoming senior at Prairie High School. Mr. Ross swore Jayson Maddux in as a student representative. There was applause. The Board congratulated Mr. Maddux and then took his seat with the Board. 
    6. Superintendent and Staff Updates
A. Superintendent Report 
Mark Ross reported he recently attended the state administrators' conference (WASA/AWSP). Mr. Ross announced that superintendents statewide attended the conference and some of their biggest concerns surrounded the McCleary decision and collective bargaining. The intent of the legislature was to equal things out among school districts and to provide equity statewide. However, what has happened is that there are a lot of "have" and "have not." Some districts have benefited from the McCleary decision, while others have not.  Some districts that have settled its collective bargaining tend to be the "have" districts. There has not been information available from districts that are running into or wil have some foreseen financial difficulties.
  Mr. Ross said the Bethel School District much like the size of Battle Ground with 15,000 students, would incur a $6 million deficit over the next three years. The question is, What sets these districts apart from being the "have" and "have not?" Mr. Ross explained that three different things sets districts apart, 1) staff mix; 2) assessed values in a school district; and 3) the number of funded versus unfunded staff. Mr. Ross provided an explanation for those three items as well as providing comparison examples between Lake Washington School District and Battle Ground School District.
  B. Human Resources Report 
Linda Allen reported collective bargaining with Public Schools Employees occurred on June 26 and the team is scheduled to meet again on July 16. In addition, bargaining with Battle Ground Education Association was held on July 9 and scheduled for July 10, 2018. Ms. Allen announced the coaches contract has yet to be ratified.
  C. Teaching and Learning Update 
There was not a Teaching and Learning Update.
  D. Finance Report 
Executive Director/Chief Financial Officer, Meagan Hayden reported the 2018-2019 annual budget is nearing completion. The budget is due to ESD 112 on July 10, 2018. Ms. Hayden anticipates the budget report will be available to the public no later than July 11, 2018. Ms. Hayden explained a four year forecast for all four budgets were added to the annual budget. 

Ms. Hayden announced the summer meals program at the Kiwanis Park is serving 100 children daily. 
  E. Operations Report
Director of Facilities and Operations, Kevin Jolma announced a five-year facility plan report will take place at the July 23 work session.            
  F. Communications Report 
Communications Manager, Rita Sander announced Tukes Valley Middle School teacher, Debbie Supplitt was named the Washington Art Education Association's 2018 Mid-Level Art Educator of the Year. In addition, Matt Stanfill, athletic director of Battle Ground High School was named the 4A Greater St. Helens League Athletic Director of the year.
  Ms. Hayden also reported on current and upcoming district events.
    7. Communications
A. Committee Reports
Legislative Committee
Mavis Nickels announced there was no new information to report from the Legislative Committee.
  Audit Committee Report
Mr. Root reported the next Audit Committee meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2018. 

Battle Ground Education Foundation
There was not a Battle Ground Education Foundation report. 

Clark County Schools Advisory Council
Mr. Ross announced the next Clark County Schools Advisory meeting will be held in August.
  Tours Committee
Mr. Root reported that tours have concluded for the 2017-2018 school year and will resume in the fall of 2018.
  B. Upcoming Board Events  
Mr. Root announced a board retreat will be scheduled in August. Dates being considered are August 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, or 23. The retreat will be scheduled for two dates back-to back and for three hours each evening. Ms. U'Ren will poll the Board, student representatives and administrators on the dates that work best for all. 
    8. Citizens' Comments
Mr. Root announced there are two sessions for citizens to comment. Each session will be divided into three citizens' commenting per topic. Mr. Root explained that it is not a state requirement to allow Citizens' Comments during a meeting, but rather something the District offers to be transparent. Comments held to a minimum allows the Board meeting to move forward. It was also noted that citizens can email board members. 
  Mr. Root reported there was a disruption at the last board meeting with Citizens' Comments and proceeded to read out loud RCW 42.30.050 Interruptions-Procedure. Mr. Root asked the audience to withhold from clapping.

Patron Richard Rylander emailed board members asking them to vote, "No" on the second reading on the proposed high school health curriculum. He provided three alternative solutions.
  Patron Marie Emerson emailed board members her review on the FLASH sexual health curriculum.

Kambrya Smith a sophomore at Battle Ground High School (BGHS) provided information on how her transgender friend is treated at school.
   
Shayden Sayles is a senior at BGHS and is transgender. He provided an overview on a typical day for a transgender person at BGHS.

Holly Smith is a school psychologist in the district. She provided factual information on transgender individuals. 
  Mr. Root asked for three citizens to comment that opposed the FLASH curriculum. 

Paul Long has three children in the district. Mr. Long addressed the Board regrading values and opposed the implementation of FLASH in schools.
  The audience applauded. Mr. Root announced if the audience continued to clap the meeting would be closed.

Patron Kenny Smith was pleased that the Board delayed adopting the health curriculum. 

Keith Mathison thanked the Board for delaying the approval of the health curriculum.
  Richard Rylander addressed the Board on the open session change.
    9. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Consent Agenda
Mr. Root read the Consent Agenda items out loud and asked the Board if there were questions or comments. There were no questions or comments from board members.
  B. Approval of Minutes - June 25, 2018 Regular Board Meeting
C. Approval of Minutes - June 25, 2018 Special Board Meeting
D. Business and Operations - Vouchers for July 9, 2018 and June 2018 Payroll
E. Contracts Ratification
F. Personnel Reports - Certificated and Classified Personnel Reports
G. Student Travel
  Motion by Mavis Nickels, The Board of Directors approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries, 3-0.
Aye: Ken Root, Mavis Nickels, Tina Lambert
    10. Old Business
There were no Old Business items.
    11. New Business
A. Approval of Contract for Glenwood Portables Sitework 
Kevin Jolma presented the Glenwood portable sitework contract. The contract includes excavation, stormwater infiltration system, septic system, accessible walkways, site plumbing, site electrical and carpet installation.
  Motion by Tina Lambert, The Board of Directors approve the contract for the Glenwood Heights Primary School Portables Sitework and authorize Deputy Superintendent, Denny Waters or designee to sign the contract on behalf of the Board. 
Final Resolution: Motion Carries, 3-0.
Aye: Ken Root, Mavis Nickels, Tina Lambert

  12. Citizens' Comments
Doug Sheddy is opposed to the FLASH curriculum being implemented in the schools.
 
Cathleen Palmer is a parent of three children in the district and is concerned over the adoption of the FLASH curriculum.

Michelle Yenderrozus a parent of three children spoke in support of the FLASH curriculum. 

Heather Schmitke is a parent in the Battle Ground School District opposes the FLASH curriculum.

Melanie Davis has children in the district and spoke in favor of the FLASH curriculum. 

Jessica Cole has children in the district and spoke in favor of the FLASH curriculum.
    13. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
    APPROVED:  JULY 23, 2018
            BOARD PRESIDENT
  BOARD SECRETARY