HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-14-2025 Minutes Special Board Meeting Executive SessionDr. Scott Woolstenhulme, Superintendent
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Board of Trustees Paul Jenkins Carissa Coats Randy Smith Mindy Clayton Richard Hess
Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Amended Executive Session / Special
Meeting
Monday, April 14, 2025, 1:30 PM Mountain
District Office
3497 N Ammon Rd
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
I. Chairman Jenkins called the meeting to order at 1:34 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Carissa Coats Present via Zoom
Randy Smith Present via Zoom
Mindy Clayton Present via Zoom
Richard Hess Present via Zoom
Paul Jenkins Present
III. Amend the Agenda (Action Item)
A Board Member moves that the board pursuant to Idaho Code §74-204(4)(a) Amend the
Agenda for this meeting as follows:
To add: An Executive Session to consider records that are exempt from disclosure as provided
in chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code
To add: Crisis Team Response to Student Deaths to the Executive Session.
This information was received today and is time sensitive.
Motion: To amend the agenda as presented. This motion, made by Mindy Clayton and seconded
by Carissa Coats, Passed.
IV. Approve the Amended Agenda (Action Item)
Motion: To approve the amended agenda. This motion, made by Carissa Coats and seconded by
Randy Smith, Passed.
V. Executive Session (Action Item)
The Board will enter into an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(d) to consider
records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code. The
Executive Session will be closed to the public as permitted by law.
Motion: To enter Executive Session. This motion, made by Carissa Coats and seconded by
Mindy Clayton, Passed.
Roll Call Vote
Carissa Coats Yes
Randy Smith Yes
Mindy Clayton Yes
Richard Hess Yes
Paul Jenkins Yes
The Board entered the Executive session at 1:36 p.m.
V.A. Crisis Team Response to Student Deaths
The Board and the Executive Team reviewed the response of the Crisis Team to recent student
deaths.
V.B. Close Executive Session (Action Item)
Motion: To close Executive Session. This motion, made by Richard Hess and seconded by
Carissa Coats, Passed.
VI. Opening Board Business
VI.A. Chairman Jenkins welcomed any visitors and Delegations
VII. Public Input: Pursuant to Board Policy #4105 Public Participation in Board Meetings, The
Board will accept public input on any item listed on tonight's agenda. State law prohibits
comments on matters not on the agenda. Public input will be heard at the start of each agenda
section and before any action is taken. Please limit comments to three minutes to allow everyone
who desires the opportunity to participate. The Board will listen but will not engage in
discussion, though members may ask clarifying questions.
There was no one who signed up for public input.
VIII. Learning and Instruction Reports and Recommendations
VIII.A. Learning and Instruction Reports and Recommendations Public Input
There was no one who signed up for Learning and Instruction Reports and Recommendations
public input.
VIII.B. Contract to Purchase CKLA K-3 Literacy Resources (Action Item)
Jason Lords, Executive Director of Learning and Instruction, presented a quote for the
adoption of the CKLA literacy curriculum for grades K-3. Although the quote arrived later
than hoped, the curriculum had already been approved by the committee. Lords explained that,
while initial plans considered splitting the cost over several years using funds from the
supplemental levy, a one-time payment allowed the district to secure a significantly better
deal—reducing the total cost from over $1.1 million to $950,000 for a full seven-year license,
including materials and digital access. The updated quote also removed shipping costs and
included $35,000 worth of professional development at no additional charge. Approving the
quote now ensures materials arrive before summer break, allowing teachers time to review
them and prepare with training in August and throughout the year. Lords and Superintendent
Woolstenhulme recommended moving forward with the purchase given the value and timing.
Motion: To approve the contract to purchase CKLA K-3 literacy resources. This motion,
made by Richard Hess and seconded by Carissa Coats, Passed.
IX. Superintendent Reports and Recommendations
IX.A. Update 2024-2025 District Calendar (Action Item)
Superintendent Woolstenhulme proposed declaring Friday, May 9, 2025, as "Teacher and
Staff Appreciation Day" and establishing it as a paid holiday for all employees. This one-time
recognition was made possible by the rare circumstance of having no weather-related closures
this year, allowing the district to offer the gift of time without financial impact. The goal is to
express meaningful appreciation beyond the usual small tokens, such as drink cards, and give
staff a long weekend. The Board would also need to approve the request for updating the
2024-2025 calendar accordingly.
IX.B. Superintendent Reports and Recommendations Public Input
There was no one signed up for Superintendent Reports and Recommendations public input.
Motion: To adopt the resolution of the Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 Board of
Trustees declaring May 9, 2025, as "District 93 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Day" and
establishing it as a paid holiday. This motion also approves the updated 2024-2025 District
Calendar to reflect this change. This motion, made by Carissa Coats and seconded by Randy
Smith, Passed.
X. Closing Board Business
X.A. Adjournment (Action Item)
Motion: To adjourn the meeting. This motion, made by Carissa Coats and seconded by
Richard Hess, Passed.
The meeting adjourned at 2:03 p.m.
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Chairman
ATTESTED: _______________________________________
Clerk
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