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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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Public Comments
Two gentlemen, from Neighborly Services, addressed the Board regarding the proposed policy concerning the Distribution and Posting of Non-Curricular Materials. They requested equal access and for teachers to continue to place non-curricular materials in student folders as a service to outside groups allowing them to provide families with information on activities and services available in the community.
They represent a Christian group that recently moved to this area and offer services to families. A gentleman from the City of Englewood also addressed the Board about this policy and his concern that recreation and other information on opportunities for youth will not get to families. He understood that the schools should have discretion in deciding what information can be sent in student folders. He also thanked the Board for their support of the Duncan Park project and stated that the City has received funds from open space and other grants to pay for the property. A mother asked the Board for a waiver of the September 1st start date for kindergarten students. She felt her child was ready for kindergarten even though she would not be five until a few days after the cut off date. She requested an appeals process. An item regarding this issue will be added to the next Board agenda.
Special Recognition
Ms. Peg LaPlante received a plaque for achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Governmental Financial Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada. This award recognizes achievement of the highest standards in governmental accounting and financial reporting. Ms. LaPlante thanked her staff for their excellent work and said this award has been received, on a continuing basis, for many years.
Board Member Reports
Ms. Hunt attended a City/Schools Meeting —Representatives of the City of Englewood and the Englewood Schools have been meeting on an on-going basis to discuss common issues. At a recent
meeting the Flood property was discussed. The City and Schools want the Flood property to be redeveloped in a manner than will beautify the City and benefit the community.
Highlights from Superintendent's Report
Dr. McCabe reported that the district has finished wrapping up last school year and is now beginning the process of opening school for the 2007-08 year.
A member of the Comprehensive Appraisal for District Improvement (CADI) team will present information on the next stage in the improvement process on August 6th. August 7 all administrators will meet in the Board room for their retreat to plan and discuss the coming year. August 15th all employees report back to work. School starts for most of our students on August 20.
Head Start Training for the Board
Ms. Jayne Gladwell presented the Board with notebooks containing information on the Head Start program. She provided a description of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program and the various types of funding available for children. The ECE program receives funding for children with special needs which are quickly filled. Tuition enrollment is open on a space available basis. Ms. Gladwell reviewed twelve Head Start Procedures and the Board then moved to approve them. This training is a requirement of the Head Start program.
Tuition Increase for ECE Program
The Board approved an increase in the ECE rates. The increase was very minimal and allows the program to remain at a lower
cost than other area child care options in this area. Ms. Gladwell stated that tuition does not cover all the cost of the ECE program.
Proposed Increase in Adult Breakfast Price
The Board approved increasing the cost of adult breakfast from $1.55 to $1.70. This brings the cost in-line with CDE requirements that adult meal prices must be at least 40 cents higher than the cost to students.
EHS Power English Supplemental Books
The Board approved the Supplemental books for Power English at Englewood High School. There was discussion about the books concerning language. Some Board members were concerned about profanity. Dr. McCabe said books are approved based on appropriateness for the grade level and that the Board does not censor books. Board members think it is important that teachers be allowed to decide the merits of a book and if it is appropriate for the class. Dr. McCabe also explained that there is a book complaint procedure in place that involves a committee should a complaint be received. The Board felt the books had merit and would stimulate thinking and discussion.
Duncan Contract
The Board approved the Duncan Contract. Ms. Miller read a resolution regarding the Duncan property being excess property. Therefore the Board moved to approve the sale of the Duncan property to the City of Englewood. The property will be transferred in stages to be complete in 2010. All Souls School is currently using the building and will have time to arrange for other space for their program. The property will remain a park; which pleases neighbors. Money from this sale will be used to upgrade facilities.
Updated Policy KHC Distribution/Posting of Non-Curricular Materials
The Board approved for a 1st Reading policy KHC and KHC-R. This policy evoked much discussion by the Board Members. They expressed a desire to provide families with information on community services and activities but were also concerned that stuffing students' folders with flyers took away time from teaching. This policy will allow for a designated area, in each school, to be set as a place where people/groups may ask the school principal to display flyers and brochures for students to pick up to take home.
Consensus Items
The Board approved the following consensus items:
a. Personnel Recommendations & Addendum
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