Tuesday, September 2, 2014 School District Administrative Center

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F AIRBANKS N ORTH S TAR B OROUGH S CHOOL D ISTRICT
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
School District Administrative Center
520 Fifth Avenue
OUR VISION… Excellence and Equity for All
OUR MISSION is to provide an excellent and equitable education in a safe, supportive
environment so all students can become productive members of a diverse and changing society.
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Student learning is at the center of everything we do.
Respect for the diversity and dignity of all individuals and groups is essential.
Provide a safe learning environment.
Quality education requires highly motivated, skilled, supportive teachers, administrators, and support staff.
High achievement evolves from high expectations and educational opportunities.
Active partnerships with the family and community are essential to support successful student learning.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of Education encourages the use of innovative and creative strategies
and programs to attain these goals.
A. Student Achievement
 Raise achievement level for all students.
 Close the achievement gaps.
 Create multiple measures - artifacts and evidence.
Indicators:
 Increase achievement level on the following:
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grade level SBAs and HSGQE in all areas (Reading, Mathematics, & Writing) for all grade levels
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WorkKeys Assessment for all juniors
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students taking the SAT and ACT tests
 Create multiple measures of academic progress: portfolios, districtwide formative and summative
assessments and implement a nationally norm referenced assessment for grades three through ten.
B. Career Technical Education
 Develop, maintain, and sustain a state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Program.
 Program delivery needs to be fluid and always ready to respond to changing economic and industry needs.
Indicators:
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Delineate pathways
Increase student participation
Develop apprenticeship opportunities
Increase enrollment for graduates at UAF-CTC
Develop collaborative advisory committees for our pathways with UAF-CTC
C. Technology
 Support the continued evolution and implementation of the district’s Technology Plan.
 Create and support sufficient opportunities for students to be successful in their future technology use.
Indicators:
 Staff and student proficiency increases as measured by state assessments
 Increase capacity for teachers to use instructional technology in all content areas
 Increase student technology use
D. Increasing Connections Between Parents, Community, Businesses, and Our Schools
 Support families through creation of proactive outreach strategies to increase parent and community engagement.
 Recognize parent participation on an ongoing basis at the school and district level.
 Re-establish the School Business Partnership program.
Indicators:
 Increase the number of connections and time spent volunteering in schools by parents and community members
 Formalize business partnerships with schools
 Focus instruction and resources on areas of need, such as
career and technical education, math and writing improvement, and
the gender achievement gap.
 Support class sizes that are conducive to learning.
 Use data-supported decision making and annual school planning.
 Provide educational options to families and students.
 Increase communication with, and support for, and respect of
students and families of diverse populations.
 Invest in quality professional development to meet district goals.
 Use technologies, including PowerSchool Premier, to enhance
learning, monitor student progress, involve parents, enhance
communication, and maintain efficient district operations.
 Recruit, hire, and retain a diverse workforce with the talents and
abilities to fulfill the district’s mission.
 Maintain excellent school facilities and manage capital improvement
projects.
 Develop long-term sustainability of overall district operations.
Adopted 1-17-2012
FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
September 2, 2014
7:00 P.M. – REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Board Room - 520 Fifth Avenue
School District Administrative Center
AGENDA
A.
B.
C.
D.
PRELIMINARIES
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Music: Staff Jazz Combo
4. Mission Statement
5. Roll Call
6. ESP of the Month: Stephani Hillen, Secretary, Career Education Center
7. Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award
8. Staff Introductions
AGENDA
1. Adoption of the Agenda
2. Presentation on Agenda Items
Reference Pages
3
3
3
3-4
4
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NONAGENDA ITEMS
ACTION ITEMS – OLD BUSINESS
1. Policy 263: Teleconference Participation in Meetings (Second Reading)
4 & 14-15
2. Policy 1046.7: Harassment (Second Reading)
4 & 17
** 3. Grant Acceptance: BEST Program Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project 5 & 18-19
** 4. Grant Acceptance: Chinook Charter School Digital Technology &
Safety Upgrades Project
5 & 20-21
** 5. Grant Acceptance: Hutchison High School Digital Technology &
5 & 22-23
** 6. Grant Acceptance: University Park Elementary Digital Technology &
5 & 24-25
** 7. Grant Acceptance: West Valley High School Digital Technology &
5 & 26-27
** 8. Grant Acceptance: Woodriver Elementary Digital Technology &
5-6 & 28-29
** 9. Grant Acceptance: State Training and Employment Program (STEP)
6 & 30-31
**10. Grant Acceptance: Indian Education Formula Grant Part II
6 & 32-33
**11. Grant Acceptance: Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education
Improvement Act of 2006
6 & 34-35
**12. Grant Acceptance: Migrant Education Book Program
6 & 36-37
**13. Minutes
See minutes
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E.
ACTION ITEMS – NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution 2015-03: Approving and Supporting the Fairbanks North Star Borough
Assembly’s Adoption of Ordinance No. 2014-28 Concerning Compulsory School
Attendance
6-7 & 38-59
2. Resolution 2015-04: Attendance Awareness Month
7 & 60
3. Resolution 2015-05: Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
7 & 61
4. Interim Superintendent Contract Approval
7 & 62-68
5. Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) Board of Directors Nomination
7-8
** 6. Budget Transfer 2015-001: CTE Director
8 & 69-70
** 7. Budget Transfer 2015-002: Options Program
8, 69, & 71
** 8. Budget Transfer 2015-003: Human Resources Exempt Secretary
8, 69, & 72
** 9. Budget Transfer 2015-004: Chinook Teacher Assistant
8, 69, & 73
**10. Grant Submission: Elementary and Secondary Education Act (was NCLB)
Consolidated Application
8 & 74-76
**11. Grant Submission: School Climate Transformation Grant
8 & 77
**12. Fundraising/Travel Request: Pearl Creek Elementary School
8-9 & 78
**13. Fundraising/Travel Request: Woodriver Elementary School
9 & 79
**14. Travel Request: Tanana Middle School
9 & 80
**15. Travel Request: North Pole High School
9 & 81
**16. Gift Acceptance: Ben Eielson Junior-Senior High School
9 & 82
**17. Personnel Action Report
9 & 83-85
F.
INFORMATION & REPORTS
1. Enrollment Update
2. Summer Construction and Facilities Planning Briefing
3. Association of Alaska School Boards’ (AASB)
Call for Resolutions
** 4. Personnel Information Report
** 5. Expulsion Report
** 6. Board’s Reading File
** 7. Coming Events and Meeting Announcements
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10, 86-101, & Separate Cover
10 & 102-103
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10-12
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G.
BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS & COMMITTEE REPORTS
H.
ADJOURNMENT BY 10:00 P.M. UNLESS RULES SUSPENDED
Board of Education Regular Meetings are broadcast live on KUAC-FM, 89.9 and
televised live on GCI Cable channel 14, and audio streamed live from the district’s web page
www.k12northstar.org
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September 2, 2014
BOARD OF EDUCATION
7:00 P.M. – REGULAR BOARD MEETING
September 2, 2014
AGENDA
A.
PRELIMINARIES
Reference Pages
A.
1. Call to Order by President
A.
2. Pledge of Allegiance, led by Superintendent Gaborik
A.
3. Music
The Staff Jazz Combo will perform for the school board.
A.
4. Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide an excellent and equitable education in a safe, supportive
environment so all students can become productive members of a diverse and changing
society.
A.
5. Roll Call
Heidi Haas, President
Wendy Dominique, Vice President
John Thies, Treasurer
Allyson Lambert, Clerk
Lisa Gentry, Member
Sue Hull, Member
Sean Rice, Member
Larry Rice, Base Representative
Sidney Zemp, Post Representative
Wyatt Hoyes, Student Representative
A.
6. ESP of the Month
Stephani Hillen, Career Education Center secretary, will be recognized as the Extra Special
Support Staff Person for September 2014. Craig Kind, Career Education Center head
teacher, will make the presentation.
A.
7. Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award
Heidi Imhof, Barnette teacher, was selected by National History Day (NHD) as one of two
Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year state winners. Teachers selected for the award have
shown outstanding creativity, commitment, and inspiration in developing student interest in
history. Dana Evans, Barnette principal, and Maida Buckley, UAF adjunct assistant
professor, will make the presentation.
A.
8. Staff Introductions
New staff and staff assigned to new positions will be introduced to the board.
B.
B.
AGENDA
1. Adoption of the Agenda
Consent agenda items marked with an asterisk are considered routine items not requiring
public discussion by the school board. Unless removed from the consent agenda, asterisked
items will be automatically approved when the agenda is adopted. Questions concerning
these items should be directed to the administration before the meeting.
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B.
1. Adoption of the Agenda (continued)
If the superintendent or a member of the public wishes to have an item removed from the
consent agenda, the request must be made to a board member any time prior to the start of
the meeting. The board member has the discretion to accept or deny the request. Only a
board member may remove an item from the consent agenda. If an item is removed from
the consent agenda, it shall be considered separately as the last item of new business.
Asterisked items will then be adopted by one single motion.
 MOVE to adopt the agenda with consent items.
Motion by
Advisory Vote
Seconded by
Vote
B.
2. Presentation on Agenda Items
Any person wishing to speak on an agenda item—action items or information and reports—
will have three minutes to testify when that item is before the school board for discussion.
There is a limit of one hour total testimony per item.
C.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NONAGENDA ITEMS
Public comments on nonagenda items are limited to three minutes per person for a maximum of
one hour. People on the sign-up list will be called first. If there is time, people who did not sign up
may address the school board. A person testifying must state their name and address for the
record. Board members may ask questions for clarification. Although there is time at the end of
each meeting for school board and superintendent comments, some concerns may not be able
to be addressed immediately, as additional information may need to be gathered.
D.
ACTION ITEMS – OLD BUSINESS
D.
1. Policy 263: Teleconference Participation in Meetings (Second Reading) Ref. Pgs. 14-15
The school board requested a policy allowing a board member to participate remotely in regular
meetings using communication technology. The borough legal department presents this draft
for board consideration. There are no changes from first reading.
Board Priority: Develop long-term sustainability of overall district operations.
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MOVE to approve second reading, public hearing, and adoption of Policy 263:
Teleconference Participation in Meetings.
Seconded by
Motion by
Vote
Advisory Votes
D.
Ref. Pg. 17
2. Policy 1046.7: Harassment (Second Reading)
This policy is from the student behavioral standards section and needs to be revised in order
to be consistent with other recently revised policies to ensure consistent language
identifying the bases upon which harassing conduct is defined. There are no changes from
first reading.
Board Priority: Respect for the diversity and dignity of all individuals and groups is
essential.
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MOVE to approve second reading, public hearing, and adoption of Policy 1046.7:
Harassment.
Seconded by
Motion by
Vote
Advisory Votes
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D. ** 3. Grant Acceptance: BEST Program Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 18-19
The district has received a designated legislative grant award from the Alaska Department
of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development in the amount of $15,000 for the
BEST Program Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades project.
MOVE to accept the award from the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and
Economic Development in the amount of $15,000 for the BEST Program Digital Technology
& Safety Upgrades project, per Fiscal Note 2015-01.
D. ** 4. Grant Acceptance: Chinook Charter School Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 20-21
Chinook Charter School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project.
Economic Development in the amount of $60,000 for the Chinook Charter School Digital
Technology & Safety Upgrades Project, per Fiscal Note 2015-02.
D. ** 5. Grant Acceptance: Hutchison High School Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 22-23
Hutchison High School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project.
Economic Development in the amount of $23,650 for the Hutchison High School Digital
D. ** 6. Grant Acceptance: University Park Elementary Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 24-25
University Park Elementary School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project.
Economic Development in the amount of $51,000 for the University Park Elementary School
Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project, per Fiscal Note 2015-04.
D. ** 7. Grant Acceptance: West Valley High School Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 26-27
West Valley High School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project.
Economic Development in the amount of $61,000 for the West Valley High School Digital
D. ** 8. Grant Acceptance: Woodriver Elementary Digital Technology &
Ref. Pgs. 28-29
Woodriver Elementary School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project.
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D. ** 8. Grant Acceptance: Woodriver Elementary Digital Technology &
Safety Upgrades Project (continued)
Ref. Pgs. 28-29
Economic Development in the amount of $19,000 for the Woodriver Elementary School
Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades Project, per Fiscal Note 2015-06.
D. ** 9. Grant Acceptance: State Training and Employment Program (STEP)
Ref. Pgs. 30-31
The district has received an award from the Alaska State Department of Labor and
Workforce Development in the amount of $29,938 for the State Training and Employment
Program (STEP) grant.
MOVE to accept the award from the Alaska State Department of Labor and Workforce
Development in the amount of $29,938 for the State Training and Employment Program
(STEP) grant, per Fiscal Note 2015-07.
D. **10. Grant Acceptance: Indian Education Formula Grant Part II
Ref. Pgs. 32-33
The district has received an award from the U.S. Department of Education in the amount of
$838,983 for the Indian Education Formula Grant, Part II.
MOVE to accept the award from the U.S. Department of Education in the amount of
$838,983 for the Indian Education Formula Grant, Part II, per Fiscal Note 2015-08.
D. **11. Grant Acceptance: Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education
Improvement Act of 2006
Ref. Pgs. 34-35
The district has received an award from the U.S. Department of Education via the Alaska
State Department of Education and Early Development in the amount of $334,191 for the
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 grant.
MOVE to accept the award from the U.S. Department of Education in the amount of
$334,191 for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006
grant, per Fiscal Note 2015-09.
D. **12. Grant Acceptance: Migrant Education Book Program
Ref. Pgs. 36-37
The district has received the initial award from the Alaska Department of Education and
Early Development in the amount of $11,726 for the Migrant Education Book program.
MOVE to accept the award from the Alaska Department of Education and Early
Development in the amount of $11,726 for the Migrant Education Book Program, per Fiscal
Note 2015-10.
D. **13. Minutes
See Minutes
MOVE to approve the minutes from the special meetings on August 11 & 21; the work
session on August 4; and the regular meeting on August 5, 2014, as submitted.
E.
E.
ACTION ITEMS – NEW BUSINESS
Ref. Pgs. 38-59
Attendance
Resolution 2015-03 approving and supporting Borough Ordinance 2014-28 concerning
compulsory school attendance is before the board for action.
Board Priority: High achievement evolves from high expectations and educational
opportunities.
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E.
Ref. Pgs. 38-59
Attendance (continued)
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MOVE to approve Resolution 2015-03: Approving and Supporting the Fairbanks North
Star Borough Assembly’s Adoption of Ordinance No. 2014-28 Concerning Compulsory
School Attendance.
Motion by
Seconded by
Advisory Votes
Vote
E.
Ref. Pg. 60
2. Resolution 2015-04: Attendance Awareness Month
In recognition of September as “Attendance Awareness Month” the school board will
consider a resolution focusing on the reduction of chronic student absenteeism.
Board Priority: High achievement evolves from high expectations and educational
opportunities.
 MOVE to approve Resolution 2015-04: Attendance Awareness Month.
Motion by
Advisory Votes
E.
Seconded by
Vote
3. Resolution 2015-05: Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
Ref. Pg. 61
School Board Resolution 2015-05 honors Hispanic Heritage Month and proclaims the month
of September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014, for Hispanic cultural activities throughout
the district.
Board Priority: Respect for the diversity and dignity of all individuals and groups is
essential.
 MOVE to approve Resolution 2015-05: Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month.
Seconded by
Vote
Motion by
Advisory Votes
E.
4. Interim Superintendent Contract Approval
Ref. Pgs. 62-68
The school board will consider a contract for Interim Superintendent Karen Gaborik from
July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015, at a rate equal to an annual salary of $157,817,
payable biweekly.
Board Priority: Quality education requires highly motivated, skilled, supportive
teachers, administrators, and support staff.
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MOVE to approve the contract for Interim Superintendent Karen Gaborik from July 1,
2014 through June 30, 2015, at a rate equal to an annual salary of $157,817, payable
biweekly.
Seconded by
Motion by
Advisory Votes
Vote
E.
The school board endorses the nomination of Fairbanks School Board Member Sue Hull as
a nominee to the Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) Board of Directors for
2014-2017.
Board Priority: Student learning is at the center of everything we do.
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E.
(continued)
 MOVE to approve the endorsement of the nomination of Sue Hull as a nominee to the
Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) Board of Directors for 2014-2017.
Motion by
Seconded by
Advisory Votes
Vote
Ref. Pgs. 69-70
E. ** 6. Budget Transfer 2015-001: CTE Director
Budget transfer 2015-001 aligns salary and benefit accounts for the CTE director from
PERS to TRS in the amount of $116,159.
MOVE to approve Budget Transfer 2015-001: CTE Director in the amount of $116,159.
E. ** 7. Budget Transfer 2015-002: Options Program
Ref. Pgs. 69 & 71
Budget transfer 2015-002 aligns salary and benefit accounts for the newly created options
program code in the amount of $272,537.
MOVE to approve Budget Transfer 2015-002: Options Program in the amount of $272,537.
E. ** 8. Budget Transfer 2015-003: Human Resources Exempt Secretary
Ref. Pgs. 69 & 72
Budget transfer 2015-003 aligns funds for one human resources exempt secretary position
(one FTE) in the amount of $78,615.
MOVE to approve Budget Transfer 2015-003: Human Resources Exempt Secretary in the
amount of $78,615.
E. ** 9. Budget Transfer 2015-004: Chinook Teacher Assistant
Ref. Pgs. 69 & 73
Budget transfer 2015-004 aligns salary and benefit accounts for one new teacher assistant
(one FTE) at Chinook Montessori Charter School in the amount of $45,793.
MOVE to approve Budget Transfer 2015-004: Chinook Teacher Assistant in the amount of
$45,793.
E. **10. Grant Submission: Elementary and Secondary Education Act (was NCLB)
Consolidated Application
Ref. Pg. 74-76
Request permission to submit the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (was NCLB)
Consolidated Application in the amount of $5,146,260.
MOVE to approve submission of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (was NCLB)
Consolidated Application in the amount of $5,146,260.
E. **11. Grant Submission: School Climate Transformation Grant
Ref. Pg. 77
Request permission to submit the School Climate Transformation grant application in the
amount of $204,964.62.
MOVE to approve submission of the School Climate Transformation grant application in the
amount of $204,964.62.
E. **12. Fundraising/Travel Request: Pearl Creek Elementary School
Ref. Pg. 78
Pearl Creek Elementary School is requesting permission to raise funds to send students to
Denali National Park, September 15-17, 2014, where students will participate in the School
Science Program, at no cost to the district.
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E. **12. Fundraising/Travel Request: Pearl Creek Elementary School (continued)
Ref. Pg. 78
MOVE to approve Pearl Creek Elementary School’s request to raise funds to send students
to Denali National Park, September 15-17, 2014, where students will participate in the
School Science Program, at no cost to the district.
Ref. Pg. 79
E. **13. Fundraising/Travel Request: Woodriver Elementary School
Woodriver Elementary School is requesting permission to raise funds to send students to
Denali National Park, September 8-10, 2014, where students will gain knowledge of Denali
and the state, at no cost to the district.
MOVE to approve Woodriver Elementary School’s request to raise funds to send students to
Denali National Park, September 8-10, 2014, where students will gain knowledge of Denali
and the state, at no cost to the district.
Ref. Pg. 80
E. **14. Travel Request: Tanana Middle School
Tanana Middle School is requesting permission to send students to Washington, D.C.,
September 15-18, 2014, to participate in the National Project Citizen Constitution Day
Program, with the district paying for substitute costs.
MOVE to approve Tanana Middle School’s request to send students to Washington, D.C.,
September 15-18, 2014, to participate in the National Project Citizen Constitution Day
Program, with the district paying for substitute costs.
Ref. Pg. 81
E. **15. Travel Request: North Pole High School
North Pole High School is requesting permission to send its Future Farmers of America
(FFA) student group to Louisville, Kentucky, October 28-November 1, 2014, to attend the
FFA National Convention, at no cost to the district.
MOVE to approve North Pole High School’s request to send its Future Farmers of America
(FFA) student group to Louisville, Kentucky, October 28-November 1, 2014, to attend the
FFA National Convention, at no cost to the district.
Ref. Pg. 82
E. **16. Gift Acceptance: Ben Eielson Junior-Senior High School
Ben Eielson Junior-Senior High School is requesting gift acceptance of $5,000 from Adient
Orthopedic Physical Therapy to help fund an athletic trainer.
MOVE to accept the gift of $5,000 from Adient Orthopedic Physical Therapy to Ben Eielson
Junior-Senior High School to help fund an athletic trainer.
E. **17. Personnel Action Report
Ref. Pgs. 83-85
MOVE to approve the Personnel Action Report for the period July 25-August 22, 2014.
F.
F.
INFORMATION AND REPORTS
1. Enrollment Update
Mike Fisher, chief financial officer, will provide an update on student enrollment.
Board Priority: Support class sizes that are conducive to learning.
F.
2. Summer Construction and Facilities Planning Briefing
Dave Norum, executive director of facilities management, will provide a briefing on summer
construction and facilities planning.
Board Priority: Maintain excellent school facilities and manage capital improvement
projects.
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F.
3. Association of Alaska School Boards’ (AASB)
Ref. Pgs. 86-101 & Separate Cover
Call for Resolutions
The Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) is soliciting resolutions from local school
boards for consideration at the 2014 Annual Conference in November. School boards are
asked to discuss the resolution changes and/or submit resolutions of their own.
Administration has reviewed all of the AASB proposed resolutions and supports the
positions taken. While some resolutions do not affect the Fairbanks North Star Borough
School District, administration supports AASB's efforts to positively impact education
decisions and procedures statewide.
F. ** 4. Personnel Information Report
Ref. Pgs. 102-103
The Personnel Information Report for the period July 26-August 22, 2014 has been
provided.
F. ** 5. Expulsion Report
Expulsions for the 2013-2014 school year, as of July 29, 2014, are listed below:
Substance Abuse................ 9
Fighting/ Assault ............... 11
Weapons............................. 5
Other ................................... 3
TOTAL .................. 28
F. ** 6. Board’s Reading File
07-30-14.......... Email from B. Havrilek to Staff
RE: Back to School Events
07-30-14.......... Email from Board Office to Board
RE: 2014 Interior Education Summit Agenda
07-30-14.......... Email from R. Mullins to Board
RE: First Floor Receptionist
07-31-14.......... Email from J. Carson to Media
RE: News Release // West Valley & Salcha Principal Announcements
07-31-14.......... Email from Interim Superintendent to Board
RE: Director of Community and Public Relations
08-01-14.......... Email from Board Office to Media
RE: Public Notice: BOE August 11, 2014 Special Meeting – Agenda
08-01-14.......... Email from AASB to Board
RE: Nominations Packet
RE: Erin’s Policy and Curriculum
08-02-14.......... Email from E. Fry to Board
RE: EED Information Exchange August 1, 2014
08-04-14.......... Email from J. Schmidt & B. Bailey to Parent Engagement Task Force
RE: Parent Engagement Task Force Update
08-05-14.......... Email from M. Desmond to Board
RE: Revised Finance Committee Agenda 08-07-2014
08-05-14.......... Email from W. Morrow to Board
RE: Requests from Board Reading File
08-05-14.......... Email from Board Office to W. Morrow
RE: Requests from Board Reading File
RE: School District News Release // Public Relations Director Selection
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F. ** 6. Board’s Reading File (continued)
08-05-14.......... Email from J. Walters to Board
RE: Recent School District Events
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
RE: Donation Thank You
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Lathrop High School Girls’ Soccer
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Lathrop Fastpitch Softball
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to North Pole Physical Therapy
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to DBD Enterprises LLC
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Optimist Club of Fairbanks
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Lathrop Baseball Booster
08-06-14.......... Letter from Board to Lathrop High School Boys’ Soccer
RE: Randy Smith Middle Assistant Principal
RE: Lathrop Assistant Principals
08-08-14.......... Email from E. Fry to Board
RE: EED Info Exchange August 8, 2014
RE: Lathrop AP
08-11-14.......... Email from Board President to Board Members
RE: Attendance Policy, Draft AR, & Borough Ordinance
08-11-14.......... Email from Board to J. Walters
RE: Recent School District Events
08-12-14.......... Email from Board Office to Media
RE: Public Notice: Rescheduled Board of Education Special Meeting &
08-13-14.......... Email from Interim Superintendent to Teachers, Principals, & Admin Center
Staff
08-13-14.......... Email from Board to Interim Superintendent
RE: Administrative Center Receptionist Concern
08-13-14.......... Email from D. Gustafson to Board
RE: FNSBSD Tobacco Policy
08-13-14.......... Email from Board to D. Gustafson
RE: FNSBSD Tobacco Policy
08-14-14.......... Email from Board President to Board
RE: Welcome Back for Teachers
08-14-14.......... Email from M. Desmond to Board
RE: Link to Assembly Packets for August 21 Meetings & Schedule for Week
08-14-14.......... Email from N. Wood to All Staff
RE: Policies Regarding Small Purchases
08-15-14.......... Email from B. Creek to All Staff
RE: Student Safety Packet 2014-15
08-15-14.......... Letter from Interim Superintendent to DEED Commissioner’s Office
RE: District Input on 4 AAC 06.065 Challenging Courses
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F. ** 6. Board’s Reading File (continued)
08-15-14.......... Email from P. Brodale to Board
RE: Air Force JROTC Instructor Pay 10 Month Contract Versus Army/Marine
JROTC Instructor Pay 12 Month Contract
RE: Ft. WW Exercise
08-20-14.......... Email from Interim Superintendent to All Staff
RE: Welcome to the 2014-2015 School Year
08-21-14.......... Email from J. Stuart to Board
RE: Student Numbers
RE: Student Numbers
08-21-14.......... Welcome to the FNSBSD Resource Guide
2014-2015 School Year
08-21-14.......... Parent Guide to Elementary Curriculum 2014-2015
August 2014
08-22-14.......... Invitation from D. Tansy to Board
RE: Fairbanks Central Labor Council 30th Annual Labor Day Parade &
RE: Suicide Prevention Reminder
08-25-14.......... Email from S. Madden to Board
RE: NPHS Open House
08-25-14.......... Email from Board President & Superintendent to Board
RE: Events and Invitations to the School Board
08-25-14.......... Memo from H. Rauenhorst to Board
RE: District Support of Projects
08-25-14.......... Email from K. Aizstrauts to Board
RE: Events and Invitations to the School Board
08-25-14.......... Email from Board Office to Board
RE: 2014-15 Back to School & Open House Events
08-25-14.......... FEAdback
Volume 33, #01
RE: Stories of Champions
RE: News Release – Work Based Learning Program MOA Signing
RE: Enrollment & Staffing Update
Regular Meeting
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F. ** 7. Coming Events and Meeting Announcements
9/02/14
9/02/14
9/04/14
9/11/14
9/13 & 9/14
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
8:00 am
Special Meeting: Executive Session for Student Discipline
Regular Meeting
Board Curriculum Advisory Committee
Board Diversity Committee
AASB Fall Boardsmanship Academy
(Daily)
(Fairbanks Westmark Hotel)
9/15/14 5:30 pm
9/15/14 6:00 pm
9/16/14 11:30 am
Special Meeting: Executive Session for Student Discipline
Work Session: Human Resources (Update & Audit Report)
Superintendent’s State of the Schools Presentation to Chamber
(Carlson Center)
9/16/14 7:00 pm
9/18/14 5:30 pm
Regular Meeting
Board Work Session with Borough Finance Committee:
2015-16 Budget
(Assembly Chambers)
All meetings are at 520 Fifth Avenue unless noted otherwise.
G.
BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS & COMMITTEE REPORTS
H.
ADJOURNMENT BY 10:00 P.M. UNLESS RULES SUSPENDED
Regular Meeting
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SCHOOL BOARD POLICY
263: Teleconference Participation in Meetings
September 2, 2014 (Second Reading)
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Teleconference Participation in Meetings
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Purpose: To establish the School Board’s policy by which members may participate in
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regular meetings when unable to be present at the meeting’s physical location.
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Policy: It is the intention of the School Board to recognize that current communication
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technology allows for a remotely located member to participate in meaningful ways with
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the convened Board as it conducts business at its designated place, while recognizing a
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preference for in-person attendance to allow interaction with both the public and
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amongst the board members. The allowance for teleconference participation is not
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meant to regularly replace in-person participation, but to recognize that on occasion the
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teleconference option will allow a member otherwise absent to fulfill his or her
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responsibilities.
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a. Board members may be authorized to attend and participate in regular board
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meetings by teleconferencing, using interactive display technology, video
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conference or telephone if the following conditions are met:
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1. A board member may only attend in this manner two times per year;
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2. Newly elected members may only attend in this manner after attending at
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least three regular board meetings in person;
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3. Authorization will only be granted for unusual and extenuating
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circumstances that preclude the member’s in-person attendance (e.g. illness
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or disability, engaging in military services, or not able to attend because of
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geographic distance);
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4. A request will only be granted if a quorum of the Board will otherwise be
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physically present at the meeting;
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5. Any request may be denied if the remote member, the Board, and the
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public are not clearly audible to one another.
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b. The minutes of the board meeting shall reflect if a board member participated
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remotely via teleconference.
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c. Votes in which the teleconferencing member participates must be conducted in
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a manner that the public may know the board member’s vote.
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d. If the board member participates from a teleconferencing facility, the location of
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the facility shall be included in the meeting’s public notice. The meeting’s materials
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shall be made available if practicable.
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Legal reference: AS 44.62.310(a) and (e)
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SCHOOL BOARD POLICY
1046.7: Harassment
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1046.7 Harassment
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Any oral, verbal, nonverbal, written, or physical conduct, or electronic
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communication (including computer email and electronic messages) relating to
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race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, physical or
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mental disability, marital status, change in marital status, political or religious
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beliefs, physical or mental conditions, family, social or cultural background,
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pregnancy, parenthood, or sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled
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veterans, or other eligible veterans that is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or
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persistent that it substantially interferes with or limits an individual's work,
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academic, athletic or work activity performance or creates an intimidating,
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hostile, or offensive academic or work environment is prohibited and may result
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in disciplinary action (see also School Board Policy 1012).
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Policy Adopted: September 20, 2005
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Policy Revised: February 17, 2009
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See Also
AR 1046.7
GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
BEST Program Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades
State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and
Economic Development
$15,000
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
Grant Review Committee
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: The district has been appropriated a FY 2015 designated
legislative grant per AS 37.05.316 for upgrades to school safety equipment as well as
technology replacement and upgrades to support instructional delivery, online assessments,
student learning, and building safety.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: BEST program students and staff.
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES: Funding will be used for one or more of the following three
purposes: 1) New technology to improve content delivery in the classroom. 2) Essential
upgrades to school safety and security systems. 3) Infrastructure improvements to the
building’s Local Area Network.
BOARD PERFORMANCE GOAL, ON-GOING PROGRAM, AND/OR NEW INITIATIVE
SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Core Value: Provide a safe learning environment.
Commitments: Use technologies, including PowerSchool Premier, to enhance learning, monitor
student progress, involve parents, enhance communication, and maintain efficient district
operations. Maintain excellent school facilities and manage capital improvement projects.
ACTIVITIES CHANGED SINCE SUBMISSION: N/A
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS: (i.e., in-kind services): N/A
Budget: See fiscal note.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Chinook Charter School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades
$60,000
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: Chinook Charter School students and staff.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Hutchison High School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades
$23,650
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: Hutchison High School students and staff.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
University Park Elementary Digital Technology & Safety
Upgrades
$51,000
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: University Park Elementary students and staff.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
West Valley High School Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades
$61,000
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: West Valley High School students and staff.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
STATUS:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Woodriver Elementary Digital Technology & Safety Upgrades
$19,000
Total award amount
Acceptance
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2019
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: Woodriver Elementary students and staff.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AMOUNT:
AMOUNT TYPE:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
State Training and Employment Program (STEP)
AK Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Acceptance
$29,938
Initial Award
N/A
July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: The purpose of the State Training and Employment Program
(STEP) is to enhance the quality of in-state job training and employment assistance and to
make in-state job training and employment assistance more easily available to employers,
employees, and future employees by supplementing or leveraging existing training and
employment assistance programs.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: District staff interested in becoming qualified to fill high-need
Special Education positions.
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AT SUBMISSION: In order to address the short supply of special
education (SPED) teachers and to help existing staff retain employment, FNSBSD will pilot a
SPED training project. The objective of this project is to select at least six qualified participants
and provide them financial support for tuition, books, supplies, and fees, as well as support
services to help them complete the minimum coursework necessary to meet the initial
requirements to fill a special education teacher vacancy. For certified staff, the minimum
coursework is nine semester or 12 quarter hours to qualify for a special education endorsement
waiver from the State of Alaska. This waiver allows the district to hire the teacher to fill a SPED
vacancy with the expectation that the teacher will complete all remaining coursework for a
regular SPED endorsement program.
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE GOALS, ON-GOING COMMITMENTS, AND/OR INITIATIVES TO
IMPROVE STUDENT PERFORMANCE SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Commitments:
Recruit, hire, and retain a diverse workforce with the talents and abilities to fulfill the district’s
mission.
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS DURING GRANT (i.e., in-kind services): N/A
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AMOUNT:
AMOUNT TYPE:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Indian Education Formula Grant Part II
US Department of Education
Acceptance
$838,983
Initial award
N/A
July 1, 2014– June 30, 2015
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: To reform and improve elementary and secondary school programs
that serve Alaska Native and American Indian students.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED:
Alaska Native and American Indian students
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AT SUBMISSION: The Formula Grant is divided into two parts – Part
I and Part II. Part I, Student Count, allows districts to submit Alaska Native/American Indian
student count totals. Part II, Program and Budget Information, provides the award amount
based on the Alaska Native/American Indian student count total submitted under Part I. Part II
also enables districts to submit student performance data, identify project services and activities
and develop program budgets based on a known grant amount.
Funds will be used to support the ANE grant coordinator, secretary, graduation success/
attendance liaison, family advocate and tutor positions. The graduation success/attendance
liaison will assist with the effort to ensure graduation success. The family advocate will work
with the graduation success/attendance liaison to support students and families and encourage
parental and family involvement. Tutors will work with staff to provide individual and/or small
group academic assistance to students; they will also provide culturally relevant and enriching
experiences to help instill cultural knowledge, understanding and appreciation.
BOARD PERFORMANCE GOAL, ON-GOING COMMITMENTS, AND/OR NEW INITIATIVE
SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Goals: 1) Raise achievement level for all students. 2) Close
the achievement gaps. 3) Support families through creation of proactive outreach strategies to
increase parent and community engagement. Commitments: 1) Provide educational options to
families and students. 2) Increase communication with, and support for, and respect of
students and families of diverse populations. 3) Use technologies, including PowerSchool
Premier, to enhance learning, monitor student progress, involve parents, enhance
communication, and maintain efficient district operations. 4) Recruit, hire, and retain a diverse
workforce with the talents and abilities to fulfill the district’s mission.
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS DURING GRANT/UPON COMPLETION (i.e., in-kind services): If
administrative costs exceed 5%, the district must request a waiver.
BUDGET: See fiscal note.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AMOUNT:
AMOUNT TYPE:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006
Federal Dept. of Education via State Dept. of Education
Acceptance
$334,191
Initial award
N/A
July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: The purpose of Carl Perkins funding is to upgrade existing Career
and Technical Education (CTE) programs districtwide while supporting the development of new
CTE pathways. These programs will provide students the opportunity to develop the academic
competencies and technical skills that will prepare them to succeed in a knowledge and skillsbased economy. Carl Perkins funds supplement existing CTE programs that meet state and
federal guidelines developed to prepare students both for postsecondary education and the
careers of their choice. A major component of Carl Perkins is initial and continuing professional
development for instructional and support staff.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: CTE students (9-12) enrolled in Career Technical Education
courses and the course instructors.
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AT SUBMISSION. Funds will be used to support 1) professional
development and supplies/materials for CTE courses approved by the State, 2) student
participation in state and national competitions and to assist with third party assessment fees,
and possibly 3) private school participation.
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE GOALS, ON-GOING COMMITMENTS, AND/OR INITIATIVES TO
IMPROVE STUDENT PERFORMANCE SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Goal: Develop,
maintain, and sustain a state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Program.
Commitment: Focus instruction and resources on areas of need, such as career and technical
education, math and writing improvement, and the gender achievement gap.
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS DURING GRANT (i.e., in-kind services): Extensive evaluation
component of students’ acquisition of technical and academic competencies.
The district waives its indirect rate of 5.38% and will use the Carl Perkin’s capped rate of 5%.
BUDGET: See fiscal note
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AWARD AMOUNT:
AWARD TYPE:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Migrant Education Book Program
AK Department of Education & Early Development
Acceptance
$11,726
Initial award
N/A
July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: The purpose of the grant is to purchase books (reading materials)
for eligible migrant students and/or pay for expenses associated with family literacy events and
literacy activities relating to the book distributions.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: Migrant students districtwide.
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AT SUBMISSION: The proposed activities are to purchase books,
magazine subscriptions and reading materials for migrant students in the district. Book
materials may be distributed at the annual Migrant Reading Night in spring 2015. For those who
do not attend the event, books may be distributed to them at their school.
SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Goal: Raise achievement level for all students. Commitment:
Increase communication with, and support for, and respect of students and families of diverse
populations.
BUDGET: See fiscal note.
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FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH BOARD OF EDUCATION
RESOLUTION 2015-03:
APPROVING AND SUPPORTING THE FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH
ASSEMBLY’S ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2014-28 CONCERNING
COMPULSORY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
WHEREAS, the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly passed and approved
Ordinance No. 2014-28 on June 12, 2014; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2014-28 adopts a new Chapter to Borough Code
addressing Compulsory School Attendance; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance was passed and approved by the Assembly contingent
upon the review and approval of the school board; and
WHEREAS, lack of regular school attendance is a significant concern to the Fairbanks
North Star Borough Board of Education;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of
Education approves and supports the Assembly’s adoption of Ordinance No. 2014-28.
PASSED AND APPROVED:
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Board of Education
ATTEST:
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Sharon Tuttle
Executive Assistant to the Board
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RESOLUTION 2015-04:
ATTENDANCE AWARENESS MONTH – SEPTEMBER 2014
WHEREAS, good attendance is essential to positive student achievement and high school
graduation, and we are committed to dedicating our resources to reducing chronic absenteeism
starting as early as kindergarten; and
WHEREAS, chronic absenteeism – missing 10 percent or more school days for any reason
including excused and unexcused absences, or just two or three days a month – puts students at
risk for decreased reading proficiency, academic failure, and eventual dropout, all of which weaken
our community and our local economy; and
WHEREAS, the impact of chronic absenteeism has a particularly negative impact on students who
face barriers related to unreliable transportation, lack of access to health care, and unstable or
unaffordable housing as well as students who don’t have the support or resources to overcome
lost time in the classroom; and
WHEREAS, chronic absenteeism undermines school improvement efforts because of the
challenge inherent in measuring academic achievement and providing additional supports when
students are not in attendance to receive instruction; and
WHEREAS, schools and districts should track, document, calculate and share attendance data to
ensure chronically absent students are identified and interventions are delivered as early in the
school year as possible; and
WHEREAS, schools and community agencies should partner to communicate with students and
their families to determine causes for chronic absenteeism and provide related supports; and
WHEREAS, improving attendance and reducing chronic absenteeism requires commitment,
collaboration, and targeted interventions from a variety of stakeholders including schools, parents,
and community resources; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of Education
joins schools across the nation in recognizing September 2014 as “Attendance Awareness Month”
and commits to reducing chronic absenteeism and giving all children an equitable opportunity to
learn, grow, and thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
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Board of Education
ATTEST:
Sharron Tuttle
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RESOLUTION 2015-05:
HONORING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
WHEREAS, the United States commemorates the heritage and culture of American citizens whose
ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America; and
WHEREAS, beginning on September 15, 2014 and ending October 15, 2014, the United States celebrates
Hispanic Heritage Month as enacted in Public Law 100-402 on August 17, 1988; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans have contributed significantly to the economic, cultural, spiritual, and
political development of the Fairbanks North Star Borough; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans value knowledge and learning; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic American students currently comprise over seven percent of the student body in the
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District; and
WHEREAS, over twenty Hispanic American teachers distinguish themselves as educators in Fairbanks
North Star Borough School District classrooms; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic American principals lead their schools with vision; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans serve on the school board with distinction; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic American exempt, paraprofessional, and classified staff support all students’
learning; and
WHEREAS, all citizens will benefit from an accurate portrayal of Hispanic heritage and culture; and
WHEREAS, research findings suggest presenting Hispanic American culture, history, and perspective in
the classroom promotes academic success for Hispanic American students;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of Education proclaims
September 15, 2014 through October 15, 2014, Hispanic Heritage Month and encourages schools and
teachers to honor it with performances, readings, guest speakers, displays, lessons, lectures, and cultural
celebrations.
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Board of Education
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Sharon Tuttle
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ADDENDUM TO EXEMPT EMPLOYEE CONTRACT
This contract addendum is entered into by and between the Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of
Education, hereafter referred to as “the Board” and KAREN GABORIK, hereafter referred to as “the
Employee.”
It is agreed between the Board and the Employee in consideration of the promises and covenants
herein contained as follows:
1.
COMPENSATION
To pay additional compensation at the rate of a 5% increase over the Employee’s current salary for
additional duties assumed in the role of Interim Superintendent. This is equal to the annual salary of
$157,817 payable biweekly.
The Employee is also entitled to an expense allowance of Eight Thousand and 00/100 dollars
($8,000.00) for the year, payable in monthly installments. The Employee acknowledges that portions
of the expense allowance not paid or incurred while performing duties for the District and accounted
for within thirty (30) days will be included as wages on her W-2, and it is her responsibility to comply
with current laws and regulations of the Internal Revenue Service. This is in lieu of, and not in addition
to, the business expenses reimbursement of her Exempt Employee Contract.
2.
TERM OF ADDENDUM
The term of this addendum shall be from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. This Addendum is
subject to cancellation by the Board prior to June 30, 2015 when, in its judgment, the services of the
Interim Superintendent are no longer required. This contract may be terminated by the Employee upon
sixty days written notice to the Board; failure to provide such written notification shall constitute breach
of contract and may subject her to revocation of certification for breach of contract, if applicable.
3. RIGHTS TO RETURN
The Employee retains full return rights to her previous position of Assistant Superintendent of
Secondary Schools at any time during her tenure as Interim Superintendent, including at such time the
Board hires a new Superintendent and her tenure as Interim Superintendent officially ends, unless
grounds for termination of her Exempt Employee Contract exist and are the reason this Addendum is
cancelled, or she fails to give written notification as required in section 2.
Date
Heidi Haas
School Board President
Date
Dr. Karen Gaborik
Interim Superintendent
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EXEMPT EMPLOYEE CONTRACT
This contract is entered into by and between the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, herein
referred to as "the District," and Karen Gaborik, hereinafter referred to as "the Employee."
It is agreed between the District and the Employee in consideration of the promises and covenants herein
contained as follows:
1.
PERFORMANCE OF DUTY
The employee shall perform the duties assigned as Interim Superintendent in the Fairbanks North Star
Borough School District beginning on July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2015. You are generally expected
to observe our regular business hours which are currently from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday and any additional hours necessary to perform the assigned duties. Employee shall not be
absent from the regularly work day without prior approval of his or her supervisor. Annual and sick
leave provided in this contract will be deducted in one quarter (¼) hour increments for weeks in which
less than forty (40) hours are worked.
The employee shall abide by and be bound by the rules and regulations of the District, its Board of
Education, and the State Board of Education, and if certified, by the Alaska Department of Education
and Early Development and to abide by the code of ethics and professional teaching standards adopted
by the Professional Teaching Practices Commission.
To perform any duties listed in the job description to which he/she is assigned; nothing in this contract
shall limit the District's authority to assign the Employee to any work location as may be reasonably
necessary or to any position for which the Employee is qualified.
2.
COMPENSATION
The district shall pay compensation at the annual salary of $150,302 payable monthly or bi-weekly as
the District may direct. This salary is based upon Grade 12, Step 14 full-time work for 260 days.
Changes in your salary shall only be in accordance with District policy and as authorized by the Board.
3.
ANNUAL LEAVE
The Employee is entitled to twenty-four (24) days annual leave per contract year, accruable at the rate of
two (2) days per month, accumulative to sixty (60) days. If the Employee has four (4) or more complete
years of service with the District on or before the date this contract commences, or four (4) or more
complete contract years of prior service with the District, then the Employee shall be entitled to thirty
(30) days of annual leave per contract year, accruable at the rate of two and one-half (2 ½) days per
month, accumulative to sixty (60) days.
Up to one-half of an Employee’s annual accrual of annual leave (twelve or fifteen days) may be cashed
out on an annual basis under the following provisions: the request is placed in writing; the request is for
full-day increments; and thirty (30) days of leave remain in the Employee’s leave balance at the time of
any cash-out.
Employees who become seriously ill or injured while on annual leave shall be entitled to convert annual
to sick leave, if sufficient sick leave is available, upon receipt by the Employer of appropriate
documentation from a medical doctor verifying the illness or injury.
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4.
COURT DUTY
Jury duty or service in court when subpoenaed as a witness for a work related matter, provided the
Employee is not a litigant, shall be treated as administrative leave.
5.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Leaves of absences may be available as required by federal and state law, including FMLA/AFLA. Prior
to the commencement of any leave of absence arising from a medical condition, an Employee's sick leave
benefits under this contract must have been exhausted.
Unpaid Medical Leave
An employee may be eligible for unpaid leave for medical reasons, with appropriate documentation, only
after the employee has exhausted all sick, personal, and annual leave.
Unpaid Personal Leave
Unpaid leave for personal reasons unrelated to FMLA or other legally required leave will be approved
only in rare and unusual circumstances (e.g., unforeseen circumstances of an emergency nature or
educational leave). Normally, an employee will only be eligible for unpaid leave for personal reasons
after the employee has exhausted all personal and annual leave.
While on unpaid leave the Employee will not accrue personal or sick leave and may not be eligible for
holiday pay. Unpaid leave may affect PERS/TRS service credit.
6.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
The District shall provide long-term disability income plan coverage for an eligible Employee (defined as
“All Exempt Central Office Staff, working at least 17.5 hours a week”). This plan is outlined in the LongTerm Disability Income Plan book, and a copy of the book shall be provided to the Employee.
7.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
The District shall provide workers' compensation benefits prescribed by statute to an Employee who
sustains an on-the-job injury. Absences caused by job-related injuries shall be charged as sick leave, if
sufficient sick leave has been accrued, until such time as the Employee qualifies for workers'
compensation. For the first sixty (60) days after the Employee begins receiving workers' compensation
benefits, the Employee shall be permitted to use sick or annual leave, if sufficient leave has been
accrued, for up to twenty percent (20%) of the Employee's guaranteed hours per pay period. In no case
shall the Employee be entitled to receive an amount that exceeds his/her normal gross pay.
8.
MILITARY LEAVE
Military leave shall be provided as required by law. The District shall grant leave to an Employee who is
ordered to training duty (as distinguished from active duty) in the National Guard or other military
reserve units, if postponement to the summer months is not possible. An Employee on military leave
shall receive his/her regular pay for a period not to exceed fifteen (15) working days within a given fiscal
year. Military leave in excess of fifteen (15) working days shall be considered as leave without pay.
9.
SICK LEAVE
All Employees shall be entitled to one and one-third (1 ⅓ ) days sick leave per month worked, accruable
without limit.
During the time an employee is on FMLA or AFLA leave, the Employee's health plan coverage will be
maintained as if the Employee was in paid status for up to twelve (12) weeks of leave, including any sick
leave the Employee has taken for the same purpose. Any time the leave extends beyond the twelve (12)
weeks, the Employee is subject to pay the monthly premium if the health insurance coverage is
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continued. Spouses who are both employed by the District will be limited to a combined total of twelve
(12) weeks during a rolling twelve (12) month period for purposes of leave taken to care for a child or
parent with a serious health condition. The Employee and the District agree the provision of health
insurance coverage for Employees on unpaid leaves for family and medical reasons and all procedures
are to be provided, interpreted, and applied consistently with the legal duties and responsibilities
imposed by state and federal law and regulation, and are no greater.
All other unpaid leaves of absence shall be without fringe benefits, unless required by law. An Employee
on unpaid leave shall be allowed to purchase health and life insurance to the extent allowed by the
District's health plan.
The District may require the Employee provide, at his/her expense, a licensed health care provider's
statement setting forth the date on which an absence due to illness or disability will commence or has
commenced and the expected length of the absence, consistent with provisions of FMLA. In the case of
a medically related absence due to pregnancy, it is expected the Employee will comply with this section
by providing notice to the District at least one (1) month before the expected date of birth.
The Employee shall be granted up to twenty (20) days of accumulated sick leave in any one (1) contract
year in case of death(s) within the extended family, with no more than ten (10) days of sick leave being
used for each such occurrence.
Sick leave may be used when a member of the Employee's immediate family is ill and the Employee's
presence is required at home.
The Employee shall be granted up to twenty (20) days of accumulated sick leave in any one (1) contract
year in case of serious illness or accident requiring hospitalization of a member of the immediate family,
which requires the presence of the Employee at the request of the attending physician.
The Employee shall be granted up to ten (10) days of accumulated sick leave in any one (1) contract year
in order to place a member of the immediate family in a residential care facility.
If the District has reasonable cause to suspect sick leave abuse, or if the District wants to verify the
Employee is sufficiently well to perform work duties, the District may require a licensed health care
provider's statement.
The "immediate family" is defined as the Employee's spouse, same-sex domestic partner, parent, child,
mother-in-law, father-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, legal
guardian, legal ward, or household member.
The "extended family" is defined as the Employee's spouse, same-sex domestic partner, parent, child,
mother-in-law, father-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, sibling, sibling-in-law, grandparent,
grandparent-in-law, grandchild, legal guardian, legal ward, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, household
member, or extended family of the household member.
10.
COMP TIME
As an Exempt employee, comp time is not allowed.
11.
HEALTH CARE
Subject to any changes which may be implemented by the Joint Committee on Health Benefits, the
District agrees to provide health benefit coverage for each Employee and dependents beginning the first
day on the month following employment and continuing until employment termination. The only
exception is if the employee’s first day is concurrent with the first day of the month, resulting in
coverage beginning on the employee’s first workday. For the current year, the Employee's share of
health benefit costs will be in accordance with Article 111 of the FEA Negotiated Agreement. Part-time
employees shall have their health benefits prorated in accordance with Article 106 of the FEA Negotiated
Agreement. Employees who qualify for health coverage under the Alaska Teachers’ Retirement System
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(TRS) or the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) do not qualify for health coverage under the
District’s plan.
12.
LIFE INSURANCE
The District shall provide group life insurance for the Employee in an amount equal to the Employee's
annual salary rounded up to the nearest thousand. The policy shall include a double indemnity
provision.
13.
HOLIDAYS AND PAID PERSONAL LEAVE
The following twelve (12) days are paid holidays if they occur during the term of this contract. New
Year’s Day, Spring Break (2 days), Memorial Day, Fourth of July and the day before or after, Labor Day,
Martin Luther King Jr Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, and Christmas Day and the day before
or after.
The Employee is allowed four (4) days of paid personal leave during the term of this contract. (Total
number of days of personal leave will be prorated for new employees hired after July 1.) Personal leave
days, which shall be taken prior to the use of annual leave each fiscal year, shall expire at the expiration
of this contract. Under no circumstances will the Employee be allowed to carry unused personal leave
days over into another contract year.
14.
PHYSICAL
The District shall cover costs of physical examinations required as a condition of employment.
Reimbursement shall be equivalent to the cost of physical examinations by District designated
physicians.
15.
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT
The use of personally-owned vehicles for authorized business shall be reimbursed at the federal rate or
fifty-six (56¢) per mile whichever is greater. Should the Board increase the mileage reimbursement for
any employee group during the term of this Agreement, the reimbursement rate will also be increased
for exempt staff. Written requests for mileage reimbursement must be received by the district's Payroll
Office by the 10th workday following the end of the month for which the reimbursement is requested.
Payment will be made within fifteen (15) workdays from receipt of the request. No reimbursement will
be made for travel to the first duty station of the workday. Travel to subsequent duty station(s) will be
reimbursed under the provisions of this article. No reimbursement will be made for travel from the last
duty station of the workday.
16.
BUSINESS EXPENSES
Any authorized business expenses incurred on behalf of the District shall be reimbursed.
17.
EARLY NOTIFICATION TO RETIRE (R-Step)
The purpose of the R-Step is to provide incentive to employees in on-going positions to give lengthy
notice of intent to retire so the District will have adequate time to replace and transition a new hire.
An Employee is eligible for an R-Step if the position currently occupied is reasonably expected to
continue the subsequent year either with operating or grant funding. An employee whose position has
been eliminated by School Board action or whose positon is nearing the end of term funding and was
not anticipated to be replaced, is not eligible for an R-Step.
To be eligible for an R-Step, an Employee must submit an irrevocable notice of retirement. The R-Step
will be two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) for a three (3) month notice or five thousand ($5,000)
for a six (6) month notice. R-Step wages are not eligible for retirement salary credit.
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18.
RETIREMENT/SICK LEAVE
PERS
If the Employee is eligible for State of Alaska retirement and retirement becomes effective immediately,
then at the time of termination, the retiring PERS Employee shall receive full pay at his/her current
salary for accumulated unused sick leave up to the following maximums based on years of PERS service
in the District: up to ten (10) years, thirty (30) days; up to fifteen (15) years, forty-five (45) days; up to
twenty (20) years, sixty (60) days; up to twenty-five (25) years, seventy-five (75) days; and up to thirty
(30) years, ninety (90) days.
TRS
Follows the guidelines set forth by the State of Alaska Division of Retirement and Benefits whereas
unused sick leave credit may be added to his/her TRS service and his/her retirement benefit will be
increased after you are on retirement for a period equal to the number of sick leave days claimed.
19.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
The Employee may apply for reimbursement of tuition fees for job-related seminars and college courses,
consistent with the terms of tuition reimbursement for members of the Education Support Staff
Association (ESSA).
To be eligible for reimbursement, the Employee must complete a Tuition
Reimbursement Request Form and obtain the approval of his/her supervisor and the Human Resources
Department prior to enrollment. Reimbursement is limited per fiscal year to the equivalent tuition of a
three (3)-credit hour undergraduate course at the University of Alaska. Proof of successful completion of
the training or course must be provided to the Human Resources Department, along with the original
tuition receipt. In the event tuition reimbursement requests exceed monies budgeted for this purpose,
the District reserves the right to deny requests for reimbursement.
Employees who acquire educational degrees above the bachelor’s level subsequent to their employment
in an exempt position shall receive a one-time, one thousand five hundred dollar ($1,500) stipend upon
the District’s receipt of transcripts.
20.
TERMINATION OF CONTRACT
This contract may be terminated without penalty to the District if it becomes necessary to eliminate the
position because of decreased enrollment, immediate loss of grant or other funding needed to fund the
position, or emergency budget decisions as decided by the Board, if at least thirty (30) days written
notice is given to the Employee; in addition, in hardship cases, the District may, in its discretion, afford
such compensation as it considers necessary, but not more than payment for twenty (20) days of service
at the regular contract per diem rate.
This contract may be terminated without penalty to the District if the Employee fails to obtain or renew
a valid certificate, if required, for the purposes of the Employee's position in accordance with 4 AAC 12.
This contract may be terminated without liability to the District if (a) the Employee fails to discharge the
duties imposed under this contract, either through incapacity or disability, or (b) for cause. If an eligible
Employee becomes incapacitated or disabled, he/she may be eligible for benefits provided through the
Group Long Term Disability Plan.
This contract may be terminated by mutual agreement of both parties upon thirty (30)-days written
notice by either party and the written assent of the other party. If the Employee fails to provide the
required written notification, or leaves employment following the notification without having the written
assent of the Superintendent or his/her designee, the Employee may forfeit accrued annual leave upon
separation and/or may be liable for breach of contract and/or subject to revocation of certification for
breach of contract if applicable.
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21.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
The Employee will receive an annual evaluation upon expiration of this contract. This does not preclude
additional evaluations by the District in its sole discretion.
22.
RENEWAL OF CONTRACT
The Superintendent shall consider the terms and renewal of the contract no later than May 30th of each
year. If the contract is not to be renewed, a minimum of thirty (30)-day notice or severance pay based
on the last day worked for the balance of the contract will be provided to the Employee.
OATH FOR UNITED STATES CITIZEN
I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States and the
Constitution of the state of Alaska, and that I will faithfully discharge my duties as Interim Superintendent to
the best of my ability.
OATH FOR NON-UNITED STATES CITIZEN
I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I do not advocate the overthrow of the constitutional form of government
of the United States or Alaska, and that I will faithfully discharge my duties as Interim Superintendent to the
best of my ability.
Executed this ____________ day of ___________ 2014,
__________________________________________
Karen Gaborik - Employee
Clerk of the Board
President of the Board
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AMOUNT:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
Elementary & Secondary Education Act (ESEA)/ No Child
Left Behind Consolidated Application
Federal Department of Education
Submission
$ 5,146,260.00*
June 30, 2014
July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: As reauthorized by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, the
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) aims to improve student achievement for
all children, with an emphasis on those children who lag behind their peers. The act
embodies several key principles:
 stronger accountability for results
 greater flexibility for states, school districts and schools in the use of federal funds
 an emphasis on teaching methods that have been demonstrated to work well
Districts are required to submit a consolidated application for ESEA funds. The application
must show how all the federal programs work in concert to ensure that every child learns.
The act also places an increased weight on reading, enhancing the quality of teachers,
principals and paraprofessionals, and ensuring that all children in America’s schools learn
English.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: The formula programs this district is eligible to apply for
affect every student and staff member in some way. These programs are:
 Title I-A Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged
 Title I-C Migrant Education
 Title I-D Neglected & Delinquent
 Title II-A Preparing, Training and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals
 Title III-A Language Instruction for Limited English Proficient and Immigrant Students
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AND BUDGET AT SUBMISSION: The federal government or the
State has set performance goals, performance indicators and performance targets in five
areas: academic achievement, English language proficiency, teacher quality, safe schools
and high school completion. Given these goals, indicators and targets, our district is required
to develop a plan that:
1. Sets a performance target for each area stating the progress we expect to make each
year.
2. Lays out an action plan describing what we will do to reach our performance targets.
3. Identifies who does what in order to accomplish our action plan.
4. Develops a budget for using ESEA funds to carry out the action plan.
All the above are evaluated in terms of gains in student achievement, and all the action plans
must employ strategies that are shown to be effective by scientifically-based research.
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This year’s ESEA consolidated application contains the district’s performance targets, action
plans, responsibilities and ESEA program budgets. The following is a summary of each
program’s activities proposed for the 2014-2015 school year:
Title I – Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged
 Part A, Education for the Disadvantaged - FY15 allocation is $3,716,524.00. Provides
funds for supplemental academic assistance to schools with high numbers of students
in poverty: Anne Hopkins Wien, Arctic Light, Denali, Hunter, Joy, Ladd, Nordale,
Salcha, and Two Rivers elementary schools. This assistance is distributed according
to the number of students in poverty in the school and is used to fund additional
teachers, tutors, materials, professional development and parental involvement
activities. Some funds are set aside for district management of the program,
professional development, and translation of documents.
 Part C, Migrant Education-FY15 allocation is $216,406.00. This provides tutoring and
academic materials and enrichment support for migrant youth.
 Part D, Neglected and Delinquent-FY15 allocation is $14,387.00. This provides
tutoring for students at Fairbanks Youth Facility through partial funding of a Reading
Assistant position.
Title II – Preparing, Training and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals
 Title II Part A, Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting Fund-FY15 allocation is
$1,067,270.00. Funds will be used to deliver high quality, scientifically-based
professional development to our teachers and administrators through workshops,
classes, and coaching. Coaching provides professional development in school, in
classrooms, and at district and school professional development days. Funds will also
support class size reduction teachers.
Title III-A Grant for English Language Acquisition, and Language Enhancement -FY15
allocation is $30,779.00. Funds will be used for summer school teachers, tutors, professional
development, and teaching supplies.
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE GOALS, ON-GOING COMMITMENTS, AND/OR
INITIATIVES TO IMPROVE STUDENT PERFORMANCE SUPPORTED BY THIS
GRANT: Goals: 1) Raise achievement level for all students. 2) Increase connections
between parents, community, businesses, and our schools. Commitments: 1) Focus
instruction and resources on areas of need, such as career and technical education,
math and writing improvement, and the gender achievement gap. 2) Support class
sizes that are conducive to learning. 3) Use data-supported decision making and
annual school planning. 4) Provide educational options to families and students. 5)
Increase communication with, and support for, and respect of students and families of
diverse populations. 6) Invest in quality professional development to meet district
goals.
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS: (i.e., in-kind services): District obligations are numerous. They
include, but are not limited to, making progress in reading and math for students in general,
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and subgroups in particular; ensuring all staff are highly qualified as defined by the federal
government (“federally qualified”); using only practices and materials that are proven to be
effective by scientifically-based research; providing supplemental tutoring programs for
students in Title I schools, developing a district plan using the AK STEPP model, and having
schools develop school improvement plans based on the AK STEPP model.
*BUDGET: Salaries:
Benefits:
Professional & Technical:
Staff Travel:
Student Travel:
Other Purchased Services:
Supplies:
Other Expenses:
Indirect:
$2,436,547.41
$1,246,821.17
$ 131,956.00
$ 202,387.21
$ 37,050.00
$
1,945.00
$ 227,670.37
$
4,000.00
$ 229,886.93
$4,518,264.09
* This budget was based on the state’s estimated allocations. Budget is currently being
revised to reflect actual allocation of $5,146,260.00.
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GRANT TITLE:
FUNDING AGENCY:
STATUS:
AMOUNT:
REVIEWED BY:
TIME PERIOD:
School Climate Transformation
Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, U.S. DOE Submission
$204,964.62
June 23, 2014
Oct 1, 2014-Sept 30, 2019
GRANT PROGRAM GOAL: The purpose of the School Climate Transformation Grant Program
is to provide competitive grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) to develop, enhance, or
expand systems of support for, and technical assistance to, schools implementing an evidencebased multi-tiered behavioral framework for improving behavioral outcomes and learning
conditions for all students.
POPULATION TO BE SERVED: Approximately 1,800 staff and 14,000 students at 29
elementary, middle, and high schools
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AT SUBMISSION: Enhance and expand the system of support for all
29 schools in the district to implement an evidence-based, multi-tiered behavioral framework
(MTBF) with fidelity. In order to assist all 29 schools to successfully progress through the five
phases of MTBF implementation, the district will provide training and technical assistance to
school staff in the use of a behavior data collection system, the establishment of a school-wide
MTBF, and the implementation of high quality, culturally relevant interventions using data-based
decision-making. Activities will include: 1) Providing a district-level implementation coordinator
and a district leadership team to lead the district and support schools in progressing
successfully through the five phases of implementation; 2) Providing professional development
to staff at all schools through a five-year sequential rollout of support; and 3) Developing trained
and experienced school-level coaches and leadership teams at all schools to provide technical
assistance and ongoing coaching to all school staff.
SUPPORTED BY THIS GRANT: Goal: Raise achievement level for all students. Commitment:
Invest in quality professional development to meet district goals.
DISTRICT OBLIGATIONS: (i.e., in-kind services): The district will provide for district leaders to
serve on the district leadership team to guide project implementation. The district will link its
MTBF implementation efforts with other ongoing school safety, school improvement, and school
reform efforts.
BUDGET:
Personnel
Benefits
Contractual
Travel
Supplies
Indirect
Total
$112,328.11
$ 25,332.38
$ 25,125.00
$ 25,215.00
$ 6,500.00
$ 10,464.13
$204,964.62
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Personnel Action Report
For the period: 7/25/2014 – 8/22/14
CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE – NEW HIRES
Name
Armatti, Cayla
Baird, Margaret
Barker, Cynthia
Bass, Misty
Bell, Galina
Blackwell, Rachel
Boden, Dana
Borba, Krista
Brannan, Tori
Brons, Nely
Carlson III, Charles
Carlson, Christina
Cervin, Holly
Chingliak, Karine
Clark, Sarah
Christie, Kayla
Cook, Amy
Coskey, Isabeau
Culver-Bell, Amy
Dargan, Peggy
Davis, Amy
Davis, Dennis
Dick, Tracy
Dudek, Kathleen
Eisenman, Heather
Fischer, Lorna
Foskey, Maureen
Frantik, Katelyn
Freeburg, Brooke
Golat, Crimson
Goldie, Andrew
Good, Rebecca
Grasso, Monique
Guy, Tamara
Haas, Peggy
Hageman, Brittny
Hallberg, Jamie
Happ, Lynnae
Hartshorn, Iris
Hoff, Rachel
Hovest, Tristan
Hunt, Diane
Devane-Jeffers, Karen
Lindquist, Cherie
Macomber, Amanda
McCormick, Nanette
McGee, Nicole
McKlveen, Amanda
McNeill, Curtis
Miklos, Courtney
Morgan, Rebecca
Newman, Denise
Nicholson, Allyson
Olsen, Eric
Osciak, Christine
Paul, Abigail
Perez, Chasity
Petersen, Katherine
Poole, Elise
Ramirez, Monica
Robertson, David
Roehl, Pamela
Title
Location
Librarian
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Interim Principal
Elementary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
Middle School Teacher
Math Content Coach
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Literacy Coach
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Deaf Education Teacher
Elementary Teacher
SPED Resource Teacher
Elementary Teacher
North Pole High
Anderson Elementary
Crawford Elementary
Barnette Magnet
Nordale Elementary
Joy Elementary
Anderson Elementary
North Pole Elementary
Salcha Elementary
Woodriver Elementary
Lathrop High
Chinook Charter
District Wide
Weller Elementary
Weller Elementary
Hunter Elementary
Ladd Elementary
Ticasuk Brown Elementary
District Wide
Ben Eielson Jr/Sr High
Ladd Elementary
District Wide
District Wide
District Wide
District Wide
Arctic Light Elementary
Pearl Creek Elementary
North Pole Middle
University Park Elementary
Hunter Elementary
Anderson Elementary
Watershed Charter School
Badger Elementary
Anderson Elementary
Randy Smith Middle
Lathrop High
District Wide
Ladd Elementary
Barnette Magnet
Salcha Elementary
Joy Elementary
Salcha Elementary
Randy Smith Middle
North Pole High
North Pole Middle
Watershed Charter
Watershed Charter
Weller Elementary
Anne Wien Elementary
North Pole High
Lathrop High/ Effie Kokrine
Tanana Middle
Speech Language Pathologist
Elementary Teacher
SPED Ext. Resource
Secondary Teacher
Elementary Music
SPED IR Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Counselor
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Middle School Teacher
SPED Ext. Resource
Librarian
Music
Secondary Teacher
Physical Therapist
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
SPED Teacher
Interim Assistant Principal
Secondary Teacher
Librarian
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
SPED Resource
Secondary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
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August 19, 2014
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August 15, 2014
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August 13, 2014
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September 2, 2014
August 22, 2014
August 13, 2014
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August 19, 2014
August 15, 2014
August 13, 2014
Sassman, John
Schultz, Jessica
Sego, Angela
Settles-Guillory, Sarah
Spilinek, Bradley
Stansell, Stacey
Stephens, Jae
Stolar, Katrina
Sullivan, Laurie
Sween, Carly
Sylvester, Rob
Timmons, Petra
Topp, Colin
Trytko, Cynthia
Webb, Rebecca
Whiteley, Ammie
Wilson, Dawn
Wittenberg, Angela
Yeats, Ashley
Young, Ashly
Elementary Teacher
District Wide
North Pole Middle
North Pole High
Lathrop High
Badger Elementary
District Wide
Lathrop High
Lathrop High
Ryan Middle
North Pole High
North Pole Middle
Tanana Middle
Lathrop High
BASE/BRIDGE Program
Barnette Magnet
Joy Elementary
Elementary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
jROTC Instructor
Secondary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
Librarian
Elementary Teacher
SPED SR Teacher
SPED Teacher
Elementary Teacher
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 1, 2014
August 8, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 12, 2014
August 8, 2014
July 31, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 18, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 13, 2014
CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE – LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Name
Title
Albiston, Meghan
Carlson, Trevor
Coss, Casi
Hardman, Christina
Layne, Andrew
Location
Secondary Teacher
Secondary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Music Teacher
Art Teacher
Effective Date
Tanana Middle
Barnette Magnet
Lathrop High
Barnette Magnet
August 1, 2014
August 1, 2014
August 1, 2014
August 1, 2014
August 1, 2014
CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE – TERMINATION
Name
Bursiel, Morgan Dohner, Kathryn Kazenoff, Francine Reed, Peter Reimherr, Sheena Title
Location
Elementary Teacher Secondary Teacher Secondary Teacher Secondary Teacher Secondary Teacher Leave of Absence RIF / 2013‐14 North Pole Middle RIF / 2014‐15 Randy Smith Middle Effective Date
August 5, 2014 July 21, 2014 July 31, 2014 June 23, 2014 August 7, 2014 CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE – RETIREMENT
Name
Boyle, Jeanne
Title
Location
Counselor
North Pole High
Hire Date
September 17, 2003
Effective Date
August 14, 2014
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EXEMPT EMPLOYEE – NEW HIRE
Name
Elliott, Virva
Hayden, Jeannette
Meeks, Krista
Poland, Erin
Randall, Jennifer
Title
Location
English Language Learner
Program Coordinator
Fairbanks Youth Facility
Transitions Coordinator
Senior Accountant
Assistant to
Superintendent
Elementary & Secondary
Education Act Program
Compliance Coordinator
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Federal Programs
August 11, 2014
Fairbanks Youth Facility
August 18, 2014
Accounting Services
Superintendent’s Office
August 18, 2014
July 28, 2014
Federal Programs
July 28, 2014
EXEMPT EMPLOYEE – LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Name
Title
Location
Effective Date
EXEMPT EMPLOYEE – TERMINATION
Name
Title
Location
Effective Date
EXEMPT EMPLOYEE – RETIREMENT
Name
Title
Location
Hire Date
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Information Report
For the period: 7/26/14 – 8/22/14
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE – NEW HIRES
Name
Martin, Tiffany
Garrison, Lisa
Garbe, Bethany
Davis, Jennifer
Hornbeck, Krystopher
Rush, Kristina
Ellison, Erin
Nash, Jennifer
Lewis, Rebecca
Halvorson, Denali
Walker, Michael
Jager, David
Ham, Tyler
Hedrick, Christy
Owens, Katie
Cable, Mary-Clare
Rathbun, Danielle
Barber, Kathryn
Niles, Barbara
Madden, Michelle
Holdorf, Kendra
McCall, Autumn
Tanori, Susan
Title
Secretary
Nurse
School Psychologist
Intern
Nurse
Day Custodian
After School Program
Coordinator
Nurse
RTI Assistant
Roving Kitchen
Supervisor
Kitchen Aide
Data & Communication
Wire Installer
Data & Communication
Wire Installer
Custodian
Behavior/Intervention
Aide
RTI Assistant
SPED BASE Aide
RTI Assistant
Teacher Assistant
RTI Assistant
SPED IR Aide
SPED ER Aide
RTI Assistant
Autism Behavior
Technician
Location
Arctic Light Elementary School
Crawford Elementary School
Special Education Department
Effective Date
August 6, 2014
August 7, 2014
August 8, 2014
Ben Eielson Jr/Sr High School
North Pole Elementary School
School
Lathrop High School
School
Nutrition Services Department
August 7, 2014
August 6, 2014
August 19, 2014
August 7, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 18, 2014
North Pole Middle School
Facilities Maintenance
Department
Department
SMART Program
August 18, 2014
August 11, 2014
Barnette Magnet School
School
Anne Wien Elementary School
North Pole Elementary School
August 18, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 18, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 18, 2014
August 11, 2014
August 18, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 20, 2014
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE – LEAVE OF ABSENCE /LAYOFF
Name
Couts, Courtney
Title
Classroom Tutor
Location
Federal Programs Department
Effective Date
August 20, 2014
Miller, Angela
Classroom Tutor
Lathrop High School
August 20, 2014
Howe, Tiffany
Lathrop High School
August 15, 2014
North Pole High School
August 15, 2014
Burgess, Elizabeth
Graduation Success
Coach
Graduation Success
Coach
SPED Resource Aide
Watershed Charter School
August 20, 2014
Clark, Gregory
School Safety Assistant
West Valley High School
August 19, 2014
Isherwood, Brooke
SPED Autism Behavior
Aide
September 2, 2014
Jarmon, Darrell
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE – TERMINATION
Name
Fischer, Dawn
Title
Administrative Secretary
Location
Effective Date
August 5, 2014
Patterson, Nicole
Hill, Linda
Hisamoto, Wallace
Schulz, Jessica
Glover, David
Dawson, April
RTI Assistant
Packing Crew
SPED IR Aide
Speech Language
Pathologist Intern
SPED ER Aide
SPED Classroom Aide
Hill, Miriam
SPED ER Aide
Rambus, Leigh
Tate, Angela
Kilpatrick, Brian
Mosher, Tanya
Gebhart, Elisabeth
Thiessen, Kirstie
Secretary
Sign Language
Interpreter
SPED ER Aide
Maintenance MechanicElectrician
Layoff
SPED ER Aide
Nurse
RTI Assistant
Intervention Room Aide
Secondary Kitchen
Supervisor
Day Custodian
Layoff
ELL Tutor
SPED IR Aide
Baker, Linnea
Moser Sharon
RTI Assistant
RTI Assistant
Taylor, Brian
Canoy, Sarah
Kovtynovich, Alora
SPED ER Aide
ANE Tutor
SPED Resource Aide
Munson, Cynthia
James, Dustin
Williamson, Marcy
Martin, Irvie
Hillis, Stephanie
Baker, Linnea
Fenno, Tod
Gloria, Fernando
School
Nutrition Services Department
BRIDGE
School
Lathrop High School
Star of the North-North Pole
Academy
School
Hunter Elementary School
Woodriver Elementary School
Department
Districtwide
North Pole High School
Tanana Middle School
West Valley High School
Ben Eielson Jr/Sr High School
Districtwide
Hutchison High School
School
School
West Valley High School.
North Pole Middle School
Chinook Charter School
July 18, 2014
September 30, 2014
July 17, 2014
August 12, 2014
August 14, 2014
August 12, 2014
July 30, 2014
May 30, 2014
August 6, 2014
July 29, 14
August 15, 2014
August 14, 2014
August 29, 2014
July 23, 2014
August 10, 2014
July 29, 2014
July 28, 2014
August 7, 2014
August 7, 2014
June 5, 2014
August 5, 2014
August 11, 2014
August 13, 2014
August 11, 2014
August 14, 2014
August 7, 2014
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE – RETIREMENT
Name
Kappes, Todd
Title
Warehouse II
Location
Nutrition Services
Department
Hire Date
October 26, 1983
Effective Date
July 31, 2014
MINUTES
BOARD OF EDUCATION
FAIRBANKS, ALASKA
Work Session
MINUTES
August 4, 2014
President Haas called the work session to order at 5:30 p.m. in the board room of the FNSBSD
Administrative Center at 520 Fifth Avenue. The work session was called to discuss assessment
strategy.
Absent:
Sean Rice, Member
Present:
Lisa Gentry, Member
Sue Hull, Member
Staff Present:
Dr. Karen Gaborik, Interim Superintendent of Schools
Mike Fisher, Chief Financial Officer
Sandra Kowalski, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Instruction
Shaun Kraska, Interim Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Instruction
Bob Hadaway, Executive Director of Special Education
Janet Cobb, Executive Director of Technology
Peggy Carlson, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Johanna Carson, Director of Community and Public Relations
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, Director of Employment and Education Opportunity
Dan Domke, Director of Career and Technical Education
Helen Clark, Director of Federal Programs
Dr. Ellis Ott, Research Associate and Accountability Coordinator
Sharon Tuttle, Executive Assistant to the Board of Education
Educator Accountability & Assessment [0:31]
Board members and the administration discussed:

Educator accountability timeline
 District was on track with the state for the educator accountability implementation
timeline. Districts fully implement new evaluation system in 2015-16 school year.
 Pilot a draft teacher evaluation instrument, starting on August 14.

2013-2014 District Draft Assessment Calendar [1:45]
 NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) – Grades 4, 8, & 12 at Hutchison
High School.


Terra Nova – Grades 5 & 7 – reading, writing, & math.

Value of AIMS Web data and its ability to predict student achievement.
ACT/SAT/WorkKeys Calendar [9:59]
 High School Graduation Qualifying Exam (HSGQE) replaced with requirement of
students to take a college and career ready assessment – ACT/SAT/WorkKeys.
 State provided for in-school testing days.
Work Session Minutes
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Educator Accountability & Assessment (continued)

Alaska Measures of Progress (AMP) [11:29]
 Alaska previously administered the Standards Based Assessment (SBA). The state has
selected the Achievement and Assessment Institute (AAI) to develop both an interim and
summative assessment, Alaska Measures of Progress (AMP), specific to Alaska, which
will measure the Alaska English Language Arts & Mathematics Standards, adopted by
the state in 2012. The state is scheduled to begin using the new AMP assessment in the
spring of 2015.
 Challenges include developing assessments in all subject areas and timelines.

New Alaska Assessments [17:27]
 New assessments were needed to align and assess the new state standards. SBAs
assessed the state’s previous standards and not aligned to the new standards.

AMP assessments will be available in two formats - online and paper/pencil.

Administrators and educators will participate in the development of new assessments and
teacher evaluation process.

Challenge on how to measure growth for the teacher evaluation in a way everyone can
understand.
The administration presented two recommendations: [18:34]
1. (a) Continue use of AIMS Web in grades K-8 for RTI purposes.
o Immediate feedback to teachers.
o Special education referrals reduced.
(b) Pilot AIMS Web in grades K-6 for use as one of the required measures of student growth
in ELA and Math.
o AIMS Web is norm-referenced in grades K-9.
o AIMS Web is highly correlated with old SBAs.
o Will probably be able to show it’s aligned with AMP.
o Aligned with Common Core, so should align with Alaska State Standards (AKSS).
2. Do not introduce a new norm-referenced test this year.
o District has a tremendous amount on plate to implement AMP and new accountability
system. There will be issues during the first year, especially since it is online delivery,
which is new. Need to be very cognizant of teacher stress and impact on the
classroom, instruction time, etc.
o No budget.
o Need to clarify purpose of norm-referenced tests.
o Audience – board, administration, teachers, parents. Teachers do not typically find
norm-referenced assessments such as Terra Nova or SBAs as a useful tool to inform
instruction. Summative assessment – results come after the end of the school year.
Measures of Student Growth [20:28]
Measures of student growth tied to teacher evaluations. Direction and guidelines from DEED were in
continual process. There were still many unanswered questions. The state has looked to Fairbanks
as a model in some aspects.

Student Learning Data [21:19]
 Student learning data, as noted by the state is objective, empirical, valid measurement of
a student’s growth in knowledge, understanding, or skill in a subject area.

Included in all certified teacher and administrator evaluations.
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Measures of Student Growth (continued)


Examples of student learning data included scores from curriculum-based measures,
universal screeners, standardized assessments, portfolios of student work, student
projects, performances, and career and technical certifications.

Numerous measures or assessments could be used to satisfy the student learning data
requirement. Some examples: NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP), Dynamic
Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELs), pre-and post-curriculum-based tests,
and teacher-created school/district common assessments.
The Facts about Alaska Educator Accountability [22:49]
 Beginning in the 2015-16 school year, teachers and administrators will be evaluated
using student learning data.

Lots of local control. Expected to get baseline process in place this school year, pilot as
much as possible, and expand on it.

District’s evaluation workgroup has been working hard on this process.

Must include 60 percent of students taught – can exclude students for a variety of factors
including attendance, etc. – the district’s Evaluation Work Group needs to determine
exclusion.

District’s evaluation system must use two to four measures of student growth to
determine administrators’ and teachers’ contributions to student learning. They must use
statewide assessments as one of the measures of student learning, when appropriate
statewide assessments are available.

District must assign one of four performance levels – exemplary, proficient, basic, or
unsatisfactory – to each standard. In reporting to the state, the district must also assign
an overall rating utilizing the same four performance levels.

To ensure inter-rater reliability, the district must provide evaluator training.

The state has mandated that in the school years of 2015-2016 and 2016-2017, 20
percent of teachers’ and administrators’ overall ratings will be dependent on student
learning; in school year 2017-2018, 35 percent of the overall rating will be dependent on
student learning; and in the school year 2018-2019 and beyond, 50 percent of the overall
rating will be dependent on student learning.

Summer Content Leadership Team Subgroup Work [25:47]
 Content leadership teams and administration worked on developing benchmark
assessments in math and English Language Arts (ELA).
 Long-term goal is to measure student growth.
 Start small, phase in, and expand.
 Need formative assessment to provide teachers the information necessary to be sure
students were on track for summative assessments.
 District may consider an interim assessment.

Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) [51:07]
 DEED definition: Measurable, long term academic goal informed by available data that a
teacher or team sets at the beginning of the year for all students or for subgroups of
students.

State has provided an Alaska Educator Evaluation System Student Learning Objective
(SLO) template.

Can use established assessments (AIMS Web, MAP for ELA and math). District will have
to create assessment tools for all other content areas.
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Measures of Student Growth (continued)

The district will utilize Content Leadership Teams and the curriculum department to guide
the process.
The administration presented three recommendations: [1:00:55]
1. Pilot AIMS Web as one of the required measures of growth for grades K-6 in ELA and math.
2. (a) Consider discontinuing administration of Terra Nova.
(b) Pilot MAP as one of the required measures of growth for grades 7-12 in ELA, math, and
science.
o If Terra Nova discontinued – district could use the funds to pilot MAP.
o MAP is aligned to the ACT.
o Price is $13.50 per student for pilot or entire district.
3. Pilot benchmark assessments in ELA, math, and as many subject areas as possible in
grades K-12 so there are a variety of options to consider for use in the new evaluation
process.
o Subgroups continue work in K-6 math and K-12 ELA.
o Benchmarks for electives still needed to be created.
President Haas left the meeting at 6:34 p.m. and turned the gavel over to Mr. Thies.
Board member and administration discussion included how student growth would be shown; concern
about not having formative assessments to compare district student achievement to other
districts/states; concern about not evaluating students merely for teacher evaluations, but to help
students; not certain if in-house assessments would provide enough information; concern about
discontinuing Terra Nova; AIMS Web providing nationally normed segments that would allow even
more comparisons than Terra Nova for K-6 and MAP could be nationally normed for 7-12;
longitudinal data; teacher capacity; and screening tools versus formative assessment tools.
Technology Update [1:17:25]
Administration provided information on the district’s current technology inventory, infrastructure,
technology support, and challenges regarding its preparation for the new online assessments. The
district was in good shape and had completed two online tests last year. The district was ready to
support the new online assessments.
Communication Plan [1:22:35]
Administration reviewed the upcoming communication plans for rolling out the new assessments and
teacher evaluation process to staff and parents. Many of the changes would be covered at the
August 14 professional development day. The district was on track, but the changes were daunting.
Review [1:26:10]
Superintendent Gaborik summarized the board’s input and concerns. The board wanted the district’s
evaluation to compare to other areas in the state and nation as much as possible; a formative
assessment that directly correlated with Alaska State Standards and AMP for teachers not only had
timely feedback that would impact instruction but also tied directly to the summative assessments
and standards; concerns around AIMS Web; continuing to investigate whether or not MAP would be
more comparable to the Terra Nova and did the district need to expand the pilot – noting the district
did not have enough funding for all students;
Board members thanked the administration for the information and presentation. They thought the
recommendations were good; they were just concerned that teachers and families were able to get
credible information they needed to make decisions. Board members appreciated the
administration’s work and willingness to consider all options.
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Board Comments/Announcements
Board members requested work session documents and information be provided in advance of the
meeting to give them the opportunity to review the information.
The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Sharon Tuttle, executive assistant to the Board of Education
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
FAIRBANKS, ALASKA
Regular Meeting
MINUTES
August 5, 2014
President Haas called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the board room of the FNSBSD
Administrative Center at 520 Fifth Avenue and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Haas read the district’s mission statement: “Our mission is to provide an excellent and
equitable education in a safe, supportive environment so all students can become productive
members of a diverse and changing society.”
Present:
Lisa Gentry, Member
Sue Hull, Member
Larry Rice, Base Representative
Wyatt Hoyes, Student Representative
Absent:
Sean Rice, Member
Sidney Zemp, Post Representative
Staff Present:
Dr. Karen Gaborik, Interim Superintendent of Schools
Mike Fisher, Chief Financial Officer
Sandy Kowalski, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education
Shaun Kraska, Interim Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education
Dave Norum, Executive Director of Facilities Maintenance
Bob Hadaway, Executive Director of Special Education
Janet Cobb, Executive Director of Technology
Johanna Carson, Director of Public Relations
Bett Schaffhauser, Director of Employment & Educational Opportunity
Helen Clark, Director of Federal Programs
Katie Sanders, Director of Library Media Services
Dan Domke, Director of Career Technical Education
Heather Rauenhorst, Director of Grants & Special Projects
Sharon Tuttle, Executive Assistant to the Board
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
David G. Stone Secondary Vocational Training Administrator of the Year [0:59]
The Alaska Workforce Investment Board named Daniel Domke, CTE director and previous
Hutchison High School principal, the David G. Stone Secondary Vocational Training Administrator
of the Year. Department of Labor Commissioner Dianne Blumer made the presentation.
Staff Introductions [4:46]
Interim Superintendent Dr. Gaborik introduced several administrators new to the Administrative
Center: Sandra Kowalski – assistant superintendent of elementary instruction; Shaun Kraska –
interim assistant superintendent of secondary instruction; Dan Domke – director of career
technical education; and Johanna Carson – public relations director. Helen Clark, director of
federal programs introduced Jennifer Randall – ESEA program compliance coordinator.
Regular Meeting Minutes
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AGENDA [10:59]
THIES MOVED, LAMBERT SECONDED, TO ADOPT THE AGENDA WITH
CONSENT ITEMS.
The following consent items were moved:
approved the minutes from the work session on May 28; the special meetings on July 9 and June
2, 4, and 9; and the regular meeting on June 3, 2014, as submitted.
awarded IFB 15-F0004 for Welding Machines, Electric, North Pole High to Airgas-Norpac Inc. for
$55,040.
approved Two Rivers School’s request to send all its students by train to Denali National Park on
September 10, 2014, at no cost to the district.
approved North Pole Middle School’s request to raise funds to send students to Juneau, February
15-20, 2015 to participate in the Alaska Junior Close Up program, with the district paying
substitute costs.
approved North Pole Middle School’s request to raise funds to send students to Washington,
D.C., April 17-26, 2015 to participate in the Close Up Capital Experience and visit historical sites,
at no cost to the district.
accepted the gift of $5,000 from North Pole Physical Therapy to Ben Eielson Junior-Senior High
School to help fund an athletic trainer.
accepted the gift of $1,500 from DBD Enterprises LLC to Hutchison High School to support the
school’s Skills USA program.
accepted the gift of $1,000 from the Optimist Club of Fairbanks to Hutchison High School to
support the school’s soccer and cross country running programs
accepted the gift of $8,836 from the Lathrop Baseball Booster organization to Lathrop High
School to support the school’s baseball program.
accepted the gift of $3,501.40 from the Lathrop School Boys’ Soccer organization to Lathrop High
School to support the school’s soccer program.
accepted the gift of $9,350 from the Lathrop Fastpitch Softball organization to Lathrop High
School to support the school’s girls’ softball program.
accepted the gift of $5,933 from the Lathrop High School Girls’ Soccer organization to Lathrop
High School to support the school’s girls’ soccer program.
accepted the gift of a BrailleNote Apex, a Braille Sense U2 Mini, and two iPad Air devices, valued
at $11,000 from the Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired to the district’s special
education department to be used for the Assistive Technology Library Loan program.
approved the Personnel Action Report for the period May 28 – July 25, 2014.
acknowledged the Personnel Information Report for the period June 4 – July 25, 2014.
acknowledged the Superintendent’s Budget Transfer Report for the end of the year 2013-14.
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Consent Agenda (continued)
acknowledged the Board’s Reading File.
acknowledged the Coming Events and Meeting Announcements.
ADVISORY VOTES. 2 AYES (L. RICE, HOYES)
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES (HULL, LAMBERT, THIES, HAAS)
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NONAGENDA ITEMS [14:40]
President Haas called for nonagenda public comments. Hearing none, nonagenda public
comment time was closed.
OLD BUSINESS
Policy 770: Food Services Management (Second Reading) [15:31]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued final orders relating to statutes and regulations
regarding the school lunch program. The administration revised the policy to ensure compliance
with current USDA guidance. The Policy Review Committee and borough legal reviewed the
policy. There were no changes from first reading.
HULL MOVED, THIES SECONDED, TO APPROVE SECOND READING, PUBLIC
HEARING, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 770: FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT.
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, director of employment and education opportunity, explained the changes
were related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. The U.S. Department of Agriculture
expected the district to comply with the regulations starting with the 2014-15 school year.
BOARD QUESTIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
None
ADVISORY VOTES. 2 AYES (HOYES, L. RICE)
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES (THIES, HULL, LAMBERT, HAAS)
Policy 771: Vending Machines (Second Reading) [16:55]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued final orders relating to statutes and regulations
regarding the school lunch program. The administration revised the policy to ensure compliance
with current USDA guidance. The Policy Review Committee and borough legal reviewed the
policy. There were no changes from first reading.
LAMBERT MOVED, HULL SECONDED, TO APPROVE SECOND READING,
PUBLIC HEARING, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 771: VENDING MACHINES.
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Policy 771: Vending Machines (Second Reading) (continued)
BOARD QUESTIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
None
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES (LAMBERT, THIES, HULL, HAAS)
Policy 1061: School Wellness;
Policy 1061.2: Nutrition Education; &
Policy 1061.3: Food & Beverage Provided By School (Second Reading) [17:49]
The administration revised the policies to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Healthy,
Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. The law imposes higher standards for disseminating, evaluating,
assessing, and reporting on the student wellness policy and its goals. Borough legal reviewed the
policies. There were no changes from first reading.
HULL MOVED, THIES SECONDED, TO APPROVE SECOND READING, PUBLIC
HEARING AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 1061: STUDENT WELLNESS; POLICY
1061.2: NUTRITION EDUCATION; AND POLICY 1061.3: FOOD & BEVERAGE
PROVIDED BY SCHOOL.
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, director of employment and education opportunity, explained the Policy
Review Committee had recommended the removal of some compliance language, but the
administration had reinstated the language as it was required by the U.S. Department of
Agriculture.
BOARD QUESTIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
None
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES (LAMBERT, THIES, HULL, HAAS)
Policy 1068: Erin’s Policy for a Child Sexual Abuse Prevention and Education Program
(Second Reading) [19:58]
The school board seeks a policy patterned after “Erin’s Law” stating its commitment to providing a
safe learning environment for all students. The policy will implement a comprehensive program
informing students and staff about child sexual abuse and available resources. After first reading,
the administration revised the title and the organization of the policy. Borough legal vetted the
revised policy.
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Policy 1068: Erin’s Policy for a Child Sexual Abuse Prevention and Education Program
(Second Reading) (continued)
Board Priority: Provide a safe learning environment.
THIES MOVED, LAMBERT SECONDED, TO APPROVE SECOND READING,
PUBLIC HEARING, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 1068: ERIN’S POLICY FOR A
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PREVENTION AND EDUCATION PROGRAM.
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, director of employment and education opportunity, explained she had
removed some of the redundancies and reorganized the policy to be more straightforward, in
response to board comments during first reading.
BOARD QUESTIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
Mrs. Hull proposed an amendment allowing parents, if desired, a provision to opt-out their student
from participation. After board discussion during first reading, borough legal provided board
members with suggested language for an opt-out provision.
HULL MOVED, LAMBERT SECONDED, TO AMEND THE POLICY TO INCLUDE
THE LANGUAGE, “A MINOR STUDENT SHALL BE EXCUSED FROM
PARTICIPATING IN CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION REGARDING SEXUAL
ABUSE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT UPON RECEIPT BY THE PRINCIPAL OF A
WRITTEN REQUEST FROM THE STUDENT’S PARENT OR GUARDIAN” AS
THE LAST PARAGRAPH OF THE POLICY.
BOARD QUESTIONS/COMMENTS ON THE AMENDMENT
Mrs. Hull thought the amendment would reassure parents of the district’s practice to allow parents
the provision to opt out their students from participation.
The board voted on the amendment.
ADVISORY VOTES ON THE AMENDMENT. 2 AYES (L. RICE, HOYES)
AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES (HULL, LAMBERT, THIES, HAAS)
President Haas thanked the administration and borough legal for their work on the important
policy. She hoped the legislature would pass Erin’s Policy next year.
The board voted on the main motion as amended.
MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 4 AYES
(HULL, LAMBERT, THIES, HAAS)
Mrs. Gentry arrived at 7:26 p.m.
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NEW BUSINESS
2016 Capital Improvement Plan List [25:31]
The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) requires a board approved Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) be submitted annually by September 1 in order to be considered for state
grant funding. The CIP list was pulled from the board’s June 3 agenda and was now before the
board for approval.
Board Priority: Maintain excellent school facilities and manage capital improvement projects.
LAMBERT MOVED, THIES SECONDED, TO APPROVE THE 2016 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PLAN LIST.
Superintendent Gaborik was pleased the administration had started a good collaboration with the
borough and established some monthly meetings with borough staff, including the mayor, chief of
staff, and public works director.
Dave Norum, executive director of facilities management, presented the administration’s report on
the recommended 2016 CIP list. He noted the costs associated with the projects were estimates
and were subject to change, depending on delays, price increases, etc.
BOARD QUESTIONS
President Haas asked about the administrative center HVAC renovation. Mr. Norum explained the
project was completed and the district was seeking reimbursement. Some of the projects on the
list were seeking funding and some were seeking reimbursement.
Mrs. Hull asked Mr. Norum if there were ways to improve the CIP process. Mr. Norum stated the
administration had been working with Juneau and other districts on changes. Small changes had
been made to the application process over the last couple of years. Mrs. Hull and Mr. Norum
agreed there should be more consideration and emphasis for emergency/life & safety issues.
Work and discussions on the process would be continuing; Mr. Norum expected some significant
scoring changes for the coming year.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
None
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 5 AYES
(HULL, GENTRY, LAMBERT, THIES, HAAS)
Policy 263: Teleconference Participation in Meetings (First Reading) [38:06]
The school board requested a policy allowing a board member to participate remotely in regular
meetings using communication technology. The borough legal department presented the draft policy
for board consideration.
LAMBERT MOVED, THIES SECONDED, TO APPROVE FIRST READING,
PUBLIC HEARING, AND ADVANCEMENT TO SECOND READING OF POLICY
263: TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION IN MEETINGS.
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Policy 263: Teleconference Participation in Meetings (First Reading) (continued)
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, director of employment and education opportunity, reviewed the
proposed policy. The proposed policy would allow board members to participate in regular
meetings by teleconference, up to two times per year. There were conditions for participation and
teleconference participation was the exception, not the rule. A quorum of board members, outside
the member(s) participating by teleconference, must be physically present for a meeting.
BOARD QUESTIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
Mrs. Hull appreciated the proposed policy and liked the parameters.
(THIES, HULL, GENTRY, LAMBERT, HAAS)
Policy 1046.7: Harassment (First Reading) [41:30]
The policy was from the student behavioral standards section and needed to be revised in order
to be consistent with other recently revised policies to ensure consistent language identifying the
bases upon which harassing conduct was defined.
Board Priority: Respect for the diversity and dignity of all individuals and groups is essential.
LAMBERT MOVED, HULL SECONDED, TO APPROVE FIRST READING,
PUBLIC HEARING, AND ADVANCEMENT TO SECOND READING OF POLICY
1046.7: HARASSMENT.
Elizabeth Schaffhauser, director of employment and education opportunity, noted the policy was
overlooked when the other harassment policies came before the board at the end of last school
year.
BOARD QUESTIONS
President Haas asked about the specific demographics related to harassment. She thought
harassment could relate to any topic. She asked about adding a category of “other.”
Superintendent Gaborik agreed and believed the issue was addressed in the district’s discipline
and bullying policies.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
BOARD COMMENTS
None
(LAMBERT, THIES, HULL, GENTRY, HAAS)
INFORMATION AND REPORTS
Included in the consent agenda.
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August 5, 2014
BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS & COMMITTEE REPORTS [44:14]
President Haas had several announcements.




August 11 – School Board Special Meeting at 5:30 p.m. regarding ongoing investigations
August 14 – Back to School Event for Staff – Hering Auditorium at 8:00 a.m.
August 20 – first day for students in grades 1-8 & Ignition for freshman and new students
in grades 10-12
September 13 & 14 – AASB Fall Boardsmanship Academy in Fairbanks
President Haas encouraged the public to stop by the district’s fair booth for lots of good
information. She asked board members interested in attending the AASB Fall Boardsmanship
Academy to notify the board secretary. President Haas followed up on an email sent earlier to
board members and reminded members to submit their ideas about meaningful and measurable
parent engagement by Monday, August 11.
On behalf of the entire school board, President Haas announced and congratulated district
retirees since the last board meeting: Steven Kennedy, Charles Gerrish, Gayle Pierce, Susan
Miller, Karen Robinson, and Dale Suomi. She also congratulated Mr. Domke on his award and
welcomed all the new administrators who were introduced earlier in the meeting.
President Haas wished everyone a great start to the new school year. She could feel the energy
building around the district as the new school year approached.
Mrs. Hull reported on the first day of the Education Summit and some of the challenges facing
other districts in the Interior and how the Fairbanks district might be able to support those districts.
She also reported on the recent National School Board Association (NSBA) Pacific Region
summer meeting, which offered many presentations, such as early brain development and how
technology affected early learning. Mrs. Hull congratulated the Catholic Schools of Fairbanks for
their one-to-one program for grades 7-12; she would like to see Fairbanks begin the program in
the younger grades.
President Haas noted the board had a work session on the district’s B.E.S.T. home school
program scheduled for October 6.
Mrs. Gentry welcomed all the new administrators and noted her daughter was excited to start the
new school year.
Mr. Thies added his welcome to the new administrators; he encouraged people to visit the
district’s fair booth for great back to school information.
Mrs. Lambert congratulated the new administrators; she was excited for school to start and was
looking forward to a great school year.
Superintendent Gaborik enjoyed attending and participating in the Education Summit earlier in the
day. There was a lot of good discussion and information. She thanked Yatibaey Evans, the
district’s Alaska Native Education coordinator, for her presentation at the summit.
Superintendent Gaborik encouraged parents to utilize the parent portal in PowerSchool, the
district’s mobile app, and website – there was a lot of important information available and it was a
good way to stay informed about students and activities throughout the district. Bus routes could
be found on the district’s website. Superintendent Gaborik announced the STEP (State Training &
Employment Program) grant opportunity – a special education teacher training program for staff –
which would help the district to “grow our own.” She encouraged interested staff to apply.
Page 8 of 9
August 5, 2014
BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS & COMMITTEE REPORTS (continued)
Mrs. Hull shared she had received comments about the lack of a receptionist at the administrative
center and suggested adding the administrative center phone extensions to the district’s mobile
app. Superintendent Gaborik thought Mrs. Hull suggestion was a great idea.
President Haas announced the next regular board meeting would include action on student
attendance, including discussion and consideration on the borough’s ordinance and the district’s
attendance policies and administrative regulations. She asked board members to contact Rene
Broker, borough attorney, if they had questions or suggestions on the attendance issue and/or the
related borough ordinance. Superintendent Gaborik’s interim superintendent contract was also
scheduled to come before the board at their next regular meeting.
Submitted by Sharon Tuttle, executive assistant to the Board of Education.
Page 9 of 9
August 5, 2014
BOARD OF EDUCATION
FAIRBANKS, ALASKA
Special Meeting
MINUTES
August 11, 2014
Administrative Center at 520 Fifth Avenue. The special meeting was called for discussion
regarding litigation against the district (Case No. 4FA-14-02138CI); ongoing personnel
investigations; and, the former superintendent’s request for arbitration, to include a possible
executive session with the borough attorney’s office and outside counsel to discuss matters within
the attorney client privilege, including liability exposure, and if necessary, to give direction to the
interim superintendent and if needed, an executive session for student discipline.
Present:
Wendy Dominique, Vice President (phone)
Lisa Gentry, Member
Sue Hull, Member
Absent:
Sean Rice, Member
Staff Present:
Dr. Karen Gaborik, Interim Superintendent
Others Present:
Jill Dolan, Assistant Borough Attorney
Student Discipline [0:53]
There were no student discipline matters requiring board action.
Discussion regarding litigation against the district (Case No. 4FA-14-02138CI); ongoing
personnel investigations; and, the former superintendent’s request for arbitration.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
Special Meeting Minutes
Page 1 of 2
August 11, 2014
Executive Session [1:00]
HULL MOVED, GENTRY SECONDED, TO CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
TO INCLUDE BOARD MEMBER DOMINIQUE IN THE DISCUSSION VIA
TELEPHONIC MEANS WITH THE BOROUGH ATTORNEY’S OFFICE AND
OUTSIDE COUNSEL TO DISCUSS MATTERS WITHIN THE ATTORNEY CLIENT
PRIVILEGE REGARDING LITIGATION AGAINST THE DISTRICT (CASE NO.
4FA-14-02138CI); ONGOING PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIONS; THE FORMER
SUPERINTENDENT’S REQUEST FOR ARBITRATION; DIRECTION TO THE
INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT, IF NECESSARY; AND LIABILITY EXPOSURE,
THE IMMEDIATE KNOWLEDGE OF WHICH WOULD CLEARLY HAVE AN
ADVERSE EFFECT UPON THE FINANCES OF THE DISTRICT.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY VOICE CONSENT OF FIVE MEMBERS
(HAAS, THIES, LAMBERT, GENTRY, HULL).
The board convened to executive session at 5:36 p.m. [1:36]
The executive session adjourned at 7:10 p.m. [1:39]
Board Comments/Discussion [1:47]
President Haas announced the board would need to notice a special meeting for Thursday,
August 21 at 5:30 p.m. to continue their discussions. She announced the upcoming Back to
School Event for Teachers scheduled for Thursday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m. at Hering Auditorium.
All board members were welcome. President Haas asked for a volunteer to cover the upcoming
Borough Assembly meeting on Thursday. Mr. Thies volunteered to attend the meeting.
Page 2 of 2
August 11, 2014
BOARD OF EDUCATION
FAIRBANKS, ALASKA
Special Meeting
MINUTES
August 21, 2014
Administrative Center at 520 Fifth Avenue. The special meeting was called for discussion
regarding litigation against the district (Case No. 4FA-14-02138CI); ongoing personnel
investigations; and, the former superintendent’s request for arbitration, to include a possible
executive session with the borough attorney’s office and outside counsel to discuss matters within
the attorney client privilege, including liability exposure, and if necessary, to give direction to the
interim superintendent and if needed, an executive session for student discipline.
Present:
Lisa Gentry, Member
Sue Hull, Member
Sean Rice, Member
Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Dr. Karen Gaborik, Interim Superintendent
Others Present:
Jill Dolan, Assistant Borough Attorney
Student Discipline [0:52]
There were no student discipline matters requiring board action.
Discussion regarding litigation against the district (Case No. 4FA-14-02138CI); ongoing
personnel investigations; and, the former superintendent’s request for arbitration.
Executive Session [1:02]
HULL MOVED, DOMINIQUE SECONDED, TO CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE
SESSION WITH THE BOROUGH ATTORNEY’S OFFICE AND OUTSIDE
COUNSEL TO DISCUSS MATTERS WITHIN THE ATTORNEY CLIENT
PRIVILEGE REGARDING LITIGATION AGAINST THE DISTRICT (CASE NO.
4FA-14-02138CI); ONGOING PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIONS; THE FORMER
SUPERINTENDENT’S REQUEST FOR ARBITRATION; DIRECTION TO THE
INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT, IF NECESSARY; AND LIABILITY EXPOSURE,
THE IMMEDIATE KNOWLEDGE OF WHICH WOULD CLEARLY HAVE AN
ADVERSE EFFECT UPON THE FINANCES OF THE DISTRICT.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY VOICE CONSENT OF SIX MEMBERS
(HAAS, DOMINIQUE, THIES, LAMBERT, GENTRY, HULL)
Page 1 of 2
August 21, 2014
PUBLIC COMMENTS [1:43]
President Haas called for public testimony. Hearing none, public testimony was closed.
The board convened to executive session at 5:31 p.m. [1:55]
Mr. Rice arrived at 5:46 p.m.
The administrative center experienced a power outage from approximately 7:27 p.m. to 7:42 p.m.
Audio was not affected as the board was already in, and continued in, executive session during
the power outage.
Mr. Thies left the meeting at 7:53 p.m. due to a previous commitment.
The executive session adjourned at 8:49 p.m. [1:56]
Board Comments/Discussion
None
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. [2:02]
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August 21, 2014
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Testing Day
Teacher Work Day
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