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This page contains the latest Board Briefs. Board Briefs provide a brief overview of a meeting and are posted within 24 hours after a Board meeting.
Board Minutes contain detailed information from each Board meeting and are posted after they have been approved by the Board, which happens at the next regularly-scheduled meeting.
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Board Reports
- Mrs. Sherry Scaggiari attended the recent Library Board meeting. The library is looking for ways to increase business. Mrs. Scaggiari mentioned that the schools usually have a scheduled half-day off each month. This might be a good time to offer special programs at the library.
- Ms. Karen Miller attended the recent Athletic Advisory Committee meeting. The EHS athletic budget has not been increased in over 20 years, but costs continue to rise. They are starting to look at the possibility of charging fees for EHS sports, which surrounding districts already do. Scholarships and other programs would also be looked at to ensure that fees would not prevent any athlete from participating.
- Ms. Karen Miler attended the recent Parks and Recreation Committee meeting. They have received input from the community regarding the Parks Master Plan. Overall, the community seems happy with park facilities. Some negatives included the need to update and improve restrooms and some comments regarding playgrounds.
- Ms. Heather Hunt was appointed, by the Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB), to the CASB Legislative Resolutions Committee.
- Ms. Shelley Thompson was appointed, by CASB, to the Colorado Federal Relations Network.
Highlights from Superintendent's Report
- Dr. McCabe reminded the Board of upcoming meetings. The Board will meet with the City Council on January 30 for a dinner meeting. This will be the kick-off for the City/Schools Committee. There are also meetings scheduled to discuss negotiations and budget. The February 7 Work/Study Session will be an open budget workshop. Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend this workshop.
- Dr. McCabe welcomed Mr. Jordan Rarick back as the CFAHS Student Representative to the Board. Ms. Michelle Lee, who was not present at the meeting, will continue on as the EHS Student Representative.
DAAC School Improvement Plans and Accreditation
The Board approved the accreditation of all District schools.
Selection of Board Members for the Strategic Planning Committee
The Board approved Mr. Scott Gorsky and Ms. Shelley Thompson as the Board representatives for the Strategic Planning Committee.
Financial Statements
Ms. Peg LaPlante reviewed the December, 2005, financial reports with the Board.
Renewal of Contract with HCA-Healthone LLC to Lease Washington Street Property
The Board approved a new three-year extension to lease the Washington Street property to HCA-Healthone LLC.
Amendment to Chartwells Contract
The Board approved an amendment to the Chartwells contract increasing the investment option amount from $50,000 to $75,000.
Policy Updates
The Board approved the 1st Reading of the following policies:
a. Updated Policy 3510—Transportation Services-Management and General Provisions (approved with changes)
b. New Policy 1430—Safe Schools
c. Updated Policy 5410—Family Rights and Privacy Revisions
Consensus Items
The Board approved the following consensus items:
a. Personnel Recommendations & Addendum
b. Updated Policy 2211-Englewood Schools Chart of Organizational Functions-2nd Reading
c. Extended Field Trip-EHS Band Trip
d. In accordance wtih Section 24-6402(2)c, Colorado Revised Statutes, it is recommended that the Roscoe L. Davidson Administration Building, 4101 S. Bannock, is designated as the official posting place for all required legal notices when a quorum of the Board of Education attends a meeting.
Executive Session
Following the regular Board meeting, the Board entered into Executive Ssssion to discuss a personnel issue, in accordance with CRS 24-6-402(4)(f).
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