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Home My WebLink About02-11-2026 Minutes - Amended Regular Board Meeting_Executive SessionDr. Scott Woolstenhulme, Superintendent 3497 North Ammon Road, Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83401  (208) 525-4400  Fax (208) 557-6800  www.d93schools.org Board of Trustees  Carissa Coats  Richard Hess  Paul Jenkins  Randy Smith  Mindy Clayton Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is an Equal Opportunity Employer Amended Regular Meeting/Executive Session Wednesday, February 11, 2026, An Executive Session will begin at 6:00 p.m. Public portion of meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. District Office 3497 N Ammon Rd Idaho Falls, ID 83401 I. Welcome Board Chair Coats welcomed everyone in attendance at the meeting. II. Call to Order Board Chair Coats called the meeting to order at 6:16 p.m. III. Roll Call Paul Jenkins: Present Randy Smith: Present via Zoom Mindy Clayton: Present Richard Hess: Present Carissa Coats: Present IV. Items moved from the Consent Agenda to discuss in Executive Session (Action Item) No action needed V. Approve the Executive Session Agenda (Action Item) Motion: To approve the Executive Session agenda. This motion, made by Richard Hess and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. VI. Executive Session (Action Item) The Board will enter into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider the evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent, or public school student and (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 Paul Jenkins and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. Roll Call Vote Paul Jenkins: Yes Randy Smith: Yes, via Zoom Mindy Clayton: Yes Richard Hess: Yes Carissa Coats: Yes The Board entered Executive Session at 6:01 p.m. VI.A. Student Recommendations VI.A.1. Student M-2026 (Action Item) Motion: To approve the recommendation of suspension only for Student M-20. This motion, made by Mindy Clayton and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. VI.A.2. Student Suspension Report Superintendent Woolstenhulme reviewed the suspension report with the Board. VI.B. Employee Recommendations VI.B.1. Release of Contract Employee AD-2026 The Board and the Executive Team discussed Employee AD-2026. VI.B.2. Employee AC-2026 The Board and the Executive Team discussed Employee AC-2026. VI.B.3. Employee AK-2026 The Board and the Executive Team discussed Employee AK-2026. VI.C. Serious Event Analysis at Mountain Valley Superintendent Woolstenhulme updated the Board on the serious event analysis at Mountain Valley. VI.D. Superintendent Evaluation The Board discussed Superintendent Woolstenhulme's evaluation. VII. Close Executive Session (Action Item) Motion: To close Executive Session. This motion, made by Paul Jenkins and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. Executive Session closed at 6:48 p.m. VIII. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Board Chair Coats. IX. The invocation was offered by Superintendent Woolstenhulme. X. The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. XI. Roll Call Paul Jenkins: Present Randy Smith: Present via Zoom Mindy Clayton: Present Richard Hess: Present Carissa Coats: Present XII. Board Opening Business XII.A. Welcoming of Delegates and Visitors Board Chair Coats welcomed all of those online and in attendance. XII.B. Amend the Agenda (Action Item) Motion and Order to Amend the agenda pursuant to Idaho Code §74-204(4)(a) "Amend the Agenda" for this meeting as follows: To add: All Day Kindergarten Report to the Learning and Instruction Reports and Recommendations. To add: Revised 2026 Board Meeting Calendar to Closing Board Business To add: School Support Organizations with Bonneville Band Boosters request to the Consent Agenda. To add: Contract with Headwaters Construction for Bonneville High School Phase II Construction to the Consent Agenda. These items were received today and are time-sensitive. Motion: To amend the agenda. This motion, made by Richard Hess and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. XII.C. Approve the Amended Agenda (Action Item) Motion: To approve the amended agenda. This motion, made by Paul Jenkins and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. XII.D. Public Input: Pursuant to Board Policy #4105 Public Participation in Board Meetings, Public Input shall be held to a maximum of one (1) hour and will provide an opportunity for any Board Member, administrator, staff member, student, or patron to raise issues of interest. The Board will receive such input without comment, except to ask germane questions of those speaking. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. The Board will take no action related to any items during the meeting unless on the agenda but may direct the Superintendent to report such items at a subsequent meeting. There was no one who signed up to participate in public input. XII.E. Approve Consent Agenda (Action Item) Motion: To approve the consent agenda. This motion, made by Mindy Clayton and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. XII.E.1. Minutes of Previous Meetings Regular Board Meeting/Executive Session - 01-14-2026 Work Meeting/Executive Session - 01-28-2026 XII.E.2. Financial XII.E.2.a. Accounts Payable $19,111,303.77 XII.E.2.b. Contracts Headwaters Contract for Bonneville High School Phase II Construction XII.E.2.c. Surplus Items Ammon Elementary - Books - Surplus XII.E.3. Employees XII.E.3.a. Alternative Authorizations XII.E.3.b. Conditional Employment XII.E.3.c. Leave Requests Employee W-2026 (2) Employee AE-2026 Employee AF-2026 Employee AG-2026 Employee AH-2026 Employee AI-2026 Employee AJ-2026 XII.E.3.d. Resignations and Terminations XII.E.3.e. Retirements XII.E.3.f. Stipends XII.E.3.g. Transfers XII.E.4. Students XII.E.4.a. Early Graduation Requests XII.E.4.b. Club Requests BHS Culture and Dance Club TRHS Ping Pong Club XII.E.4.c. Trip Requests BHS Choir Tour - Seattle, WA - 03-15-2026 to 03-19-2026 BOHS Business Professionals of America to Leadership Conference - Boise, Idaho - 03- 01-2026 to 03-04-2026 HHS Girls Wrestling to Districts - Preston, Idaho - 02-20-2026 to 02-21-2026 TRHS Business Professionals of America to Leadership Conference - Boise, Idaho - 03- 2026 to 03-04-52026 TRHS FCCLA to State Competition & Conference - Boise, Idaho - 03-11-2026 to 03- 13-2026 BHS Softball Tournament - St. George, Utah - 03-112-2026 to 03-14-2026 TCHS Skills USA Competition - Boise, Idaho - 03-04-2026 to 03-06-2026 TRHS Scholastic Team to National History Bowl - Washington, D.C. — 04-23-2026 to 04-28-2026 XII.E.5. School Support Organizations Bonneville Band Boosters XIII. Items Moved From the Consent Agenda (Action Item) No action needed. XIV. Learning and Instruction Reports and Recommendations XIV.A. Full Day Kindergarten Report Kindergarten teachers and principals from two elementary schools provided a presentation to the Board regarding the district’s full-day kindergarten program. Teachers shared classroom experiences highlighting the benefits of the extended schedule, noting that the additional instructional time allows for stronger development of social-emotional skills, play-based learning, and academic practice in both reading and math. They reported that students in full- day programs gain confidence, demonstrate stronger mastery of foundational skills, and are generally better prepared for first grade compared to students who only attend half-day programs. Presenters also shared research and Idaho-specific data indicating that full-day kindergarten students show stronger academic growth, particularly in early literacy, and that the program has significant benefits for English learners, economically disadvantaged students, and students needing additional support. Principals emphasized that full-day kindergarten aligns with the district’s mission to prepare students for future success by providing more time for literacy instruction, intervention, enrichment, and social skill development. Administrators further noted that, while some students may initially need time to adjust to a full-day schedule, most adapt quickly and thrive in the structured learning environment. Overall, presenters emphasized that full-day kindergarten provides an important early learning foundation and serves as a critical opportunity to support all students, especially those who may not have access to preschool or other early learning experiences. XIV.B. Proposed Policy 3281 Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation for Public Review (Action Item) Motion: To approve Proposed Policy 3281 Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation for public review. This motion, made by Mindy Clayton and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. XIV.C. Curriculum Committee Recommendations (Action Item) XIV.C.1. Strider finds His Purpose Irena's Children Lion King Jr - Production Business Law The Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness Motion: To approve the Curriculum Committee Recommendations of Strider finds His Purpose, Irena's Children, Lion King Jr - Production, Stukent Business Law, and The Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness to be used in their requested classes. This motion, made by Mindy Clayton and seconded by Richard Hess, Passed. XV. Planning and Personnel Reports and Recommendations XV.A. Release of Contract for Employee AD-2026 (Action Item) Motion: To approve the release of contract for Employee AD-2026 as recommended. This motion, made by Richard Hess and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. XV.B. Construction Phase for Rocky Mountain Middle School and Ammon Honors Academy (Action Item) Director of Maintenance and Facilities Cody Jackson presented a request to move forward with construction projects at Rocky Mountain Middle School and Ammon Honors Academy. He explained that several facilities upgrade originally scheduled across a ten-year plan—such as boiler replacement, ceilings, flooring, roofing, and rooftop mechanical units at Rocky Mountain—could be completed more efficiently by consolidating the work into a 15-month project spanning the summers of 2026 and 2027. Estimated construction costs for Rocky Mountain Middle School are $7,284,462, with approximately $875,000 in additional architectural and engineering fees, for a total estimated project cost of about $8.15 million, which is within the funds already allocated in the district’s long-term facilities plan. Jackson also outlined renovations at Ammon Honors Academy, including converting classrooms into offices, science labs, and a cooking classroom, adding locker room space, parking lot improvements, and installing an interior lift for accessibility. The estimated construction cost is $4.57 million, with additional fees bringing the total to approximately $5.1 million. Jackson requested authorization for the Superintendent or designee to proceed with bidding and approve the construction contracts if the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) comes in within the estimated amounts, allowing the district to move forward with the projects. Motion: That the Board of Trustees authorize the Superintendent or designee to approve and execute the construction contract and/or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) amendment for the Rocky Mountain Middle School Finishes and Mechanical Upgrades project, provided the contract is within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $7,284,462. This motion, made by Paul Jenkins and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. Motion: Recommended Motion: That the Board of Trustees authorize the Superintendent or designee to approve and execute the construction contract and/or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) amendment for the Ammon Elementary School Remodel project, provided the contract is within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $4,571,625 XVI. Finance and Operations Reports and Recommendations XVI.A. Daktronics Purchase Contract for Bonneville HS Video/Display Board (Action Item) Motion: To approve the Daktronics purchase contract for Bonneville High School's Video/Display Board. This motion, made by Richard Hess and seconded by Paul Jenkins, Passed. XVII. Superintendent Reports and Recommendations XVII.A. Proposed Policy 9610 District Facility Rental Discussion Superintendent Scott Woolstenhulme led a discussion with the Board regarding Policy 9610 - District Facility Rental after a community concern was raised about a vendor’s experience at an event held in a rented school facility. During the review, legal counsel noted that the current policy states district facilities may only be used for non-commercial purposes, which conflicts with the district’s long-standing practice of allowing events such as craft fairs, performances, and other rentals that may involve commercial activity. Administrators and board members discussed how facility rentals currently provide modest revenue for schools and programs, particularly auditoriums, while also supporting community access to district facilities. However, rentals can also create additional responsibilities for staff and raise questions about liability and oversight. The Board agreed that the policy likely needs to be reviewed and potentially amended to better reflect current practice, and further discussion will occur at a future meeting to determine how commercial and non-commercial facility use should be addressed moving forward. XVII.B. Proposed Policy 4297 Public Access to District Records for Initial Consideration Executive Director of Finance and Operations Guy Wangsgard presented an update to the district’s public records policy to reflect a recent legislative change in Idaho law allowing government entities to charge different fees for public records requests from out-of-state individuals compared to Idaho residents. The updated policy was brought forward for initial consideration, and staff will publish the associated fee schedule in the newspaper prior to the public hearing so it can be reviewed and approved by the Board at a future meeting. XVIII. Board Closing Business XVIII.A. Revised 2026 Board Calendar (Action Item) Motion: To approve the revised 2026 Board Meeting Calendar which reflects moving the April Work Meeting from the 22nd of April to the 29th of April. This motion, made by Paul Jenkins and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. XVIII.B. Request for Agenda Items for Upcoming Meetings (Action Item) XVIII.C. Upcoming District Events • Hillcrest H.S. Production of As You Like It - 02-10-2026 through 02-13-2026 • ISBA Day on the Hill - 02-15-2026 to 02-16-2026 • Hillcrest H.S. Orchestra Concert - 02-25-2026 - 7:00 p.m. • Ammon Honors - National History Day Project Presentations — 02-19-2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • Thunder Ridge H.S. Choir Concert - 02-23-2026 - 7:00 p.m. • Thunder Ridge H.S. Orchestra Concert - 02-25-2026 - 7:00 p.m. XVIII.D. Upcoming Board Events • COSSBA - March 12th - 15th - Louisville, KY • NSBA - April 10th - 12th - San Antonio, TX • Spring Leadership Institute - March 17th - Rigby, Idaho XVIII.E. Adjournment (Action Item) Motion: To adjourn the meeting. This motion, made by Carissa Coats and seconded by Mindy Clayton, Passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m. APPROVED: ______________________________________ Board Chair ATTESTED: _______________________________________ Clerk DATE: ___________________________________