04-22-2015 Minutes Special Meeting-Work Session

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Several members of the student council attended the National Conference for Student Council in Chicago. They met students from all over the country and some international students. Bonneville was the only school in Idaho that went, and the students thanked the School Board for the opportunity. Students who attended had the opportunity to speak at the Idaho Conference about the experience. They felt like they brought back great ideas. Principal Heath Jackson congratulated the student council on the year, and award they received from state as the top student council in Idaho, as well as an award for national top student council. He congratulated Mrs. Bumgartner and Mr. Vickory for their work as advisors. Amy Landers asked what they did at the winter Olympic activity,. They had 60 people in each of nine (9) events such as sledding, egg toss, chocolate milk chugging, etc. They gave out medals. Student council members asked questions of the Board. They asked about the hat policy and whether that decision would be changed if they bring it to the Board again. The answer was no since the administration has requested this not be changed due to safety reasons. They asked if the Latex policy could be changed to allow balloons for dances and events. There is a danger for people who are allergic to latex. Other types of balloons can be used. Exchange students want to be involved in graduation. Is this something we can do such as to let them walk at graduation? The Board does not make those decisions. The student council can work with the administration for this. VII. Right at School Contract Chairperson Winchester asked if there are any questions or discussion regarding the Right At School Program. She asked the BYU-I representative for feedback on the proposed program. Carla LaOrange from BYU-I stated that this meets logistical needs and creates a good opportunity for their students to work with the schools and the children. This is a class they offer and would be good practical experience. The partnership with Bonneville is wonderful because each side brings ideas and creates good opportunities for students. Summer school is a good example of this partnership as well. They value this opportunity to partner with the District. As a mom and former principal, Ms. LaOrange supports this idea.. Mr McBride wondered about whether we are competing with businesses and whether the community will embrace this or not. He asked Dr. Shackett if there was a legal concern with the District offering this program. The lawyer is aware and has never said there is a legal conflict. Mr. McBride wondered if there is a conflict as a public agency running this kind of program. Dr. Shackett talked about Coeur d’Alene’s success with a similar program that they run themselves. He also compared it to Driver’s Education in that it offers a service that is also offered in the community. Mr. McBride wondered about whether it will conflict with needs for gyms in the schools with respect to sports and needs from the community. Right At School representatives have talked with all principals individually and arranged for space in each building. They are willing to move around and use different spaces when there are other needs. Mr. McBride wondered about the prospect of losing money on the program and making sure our costs are covered for heat and lighting, etc. Adam Case and Don Trauntvein have figured the costs for heating, lighting, etc. and the projected income far surpasses the projected costs associated with the program. Mr. Case did not feel, based on their conversation, that the District would lose money. Mr. McBride expressed concern about the company itself and its longevity. The company is five years old, but the staff collectively has many more years of experience. Mr. McBride noted that the program is well received, questioned the salary for local management, and expressed concern that it may turn more into a daycare program rather than enrichment. Mr. Case agreed that the local people are the heart and soul of the company. He stated that the company has been cautious of growth and choosing the right opportunities. Their company will work with the District and change and adapt the program as necessary. Mr. McBride stated a concern about the Board making changes without addressing the community first and getting input. He felt like the decision should be put off until the next meeting so that we can get the community more involved. Mr. McBride suggested a community meeting for input. He also stated that he is not comfortable with the Right At School program in general. Right At School will be able to work with low-income families in whatever way they would a typical daycare. Right At School will allow BYU-I to look at and evaluate the curriculum. They are willing to be flexible with their curriculum. BYU- I faculty will evaluate students as well as the curriculum. Dr. French felt that it would be a benefit that Right At School requires CPR certification. Mr. McBride asked Doug Nelson if there is a conflict with allowing the contract and he answered that in general it is legal. Mr. Nelson felt that the structure that this program will bring is good for the District and the schools that have been trying to bring in these types of programs. He was also supportive of the partnership with BYU-I. Mrs. Landers expressed that she felt this type of program should be run and brought by local people on a smaller scale, rather than bringing in a company from another state. She expressed her gratitude to the BYU-I students and the ways that they work with our District. Chairperson Winchester asked for a motion regarding the Right At School Contract. MOTION: Jeff Bird made the motion to accept the Right At School contract. Kip Nelson seconded. The vote was 4 in favor with 1 opposed and 0 abstentions. Motion was carried. Amy Landers opposed because she feels the program should be locally run and could interfere with local childcare businesses. VIII. Items for Discussion A. 2016 Budget - April Burton Chairperson Winchester asked Mrs. Burton to discuss the 2016-2017 budget with the Board. Mrs. Burton asked the Board when they would like to discuss the budget this year. The hearing is in June. Mrs. Burton asked if the Board would like to set aside a work session solely to discuss the budget. She stated that the budget needs to be published in the Post Register by the end of May. Chairperson Winchester suggested keeping the work session on May 6th to just the student council and the budget discussion. B. Bond Information - Scott Woolstenhulme Chairperson Winchester asked Mr. Woolstenhulme to Discuss Bond Information with the Board. Mr. Woolstenhulme shared the new website for bond information with the Board and asked for their feedback on the design and content. He asked the Board members to contact him with any feedback they may have. Chairperson Winchester then asked if any Board Member would like to add any items to an upcoming meeting agenda. IX. Call for Agenda Items for Upcoming Meetings A. Work Session - Lincoln Student Council - Wednesday, April 29, 2015 - Lincoln High School Room #3 - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. B. Work Session - Hillcrest Student Council - Wednesday, May 6, 2015 - Hillcrest High School Media Center - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. C. Regular Meeting - Wednesday, May 13, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. D. Work Session - TCHS and BOL Student Councils - Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - District Board Room - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. E. TCHS and BOL Seniors Graduation - Monday, June 1, 2015 F. Hillcrest High School Seniors Graduation - Tuesday, June 2, 2015