ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 5
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Summary of April 15, 2008 Board Meeting

(Not Official Minutes)

  • A work study session began at 5:30 p.m. in the AHS Staff Room.
  • At 7:00 p.m. the Board held a public hearing for the purpose of reviewing the use of I-728 funds this year and to receive public input for how the funds will be used during the next school year.
  • The regular meeting followed the hearing. Members present were Sandra Bielski, Jennifer Hagen, Jeremy Hawkins, Jeff Snell, and Doug Smith.
  • The Board approved the consent agenda that included minutes of the March 18 meeting; the accounts payable, overnight and out-of state student trips by FBLA, Goldenaires/All That Jazz, AHS Transitional Services, Culinary Arts, Indian Education, Migrant, Skills USA (VICA) and FFA students; and a donation from Santa Children’s Charity to COPE parents.
  • Jeff Snell and Doug Smith thanked the high school staff for the opportunity to meet with staff prior to spring break.
  • Principal Noreen Sampson discussed the fresh fruit and vegetable program for students at Robert Gray. The Board approved the application for renewal of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant.
  • Superintendent Kay reported the district has received a waiver from OSPI for two days of emergency school closure in December.
  • The Board approved the final change order for construction of the new Aberdeen High School.
  • Tita Mallory reviewed the Curriculum and Instruction report. WASL testing is taking place in all schools this week. Of the 150 student who participated in the senior boards, 131 met standard for their culminating project. Students will have a second opportunity to present projects in May. Business Week begins April 22 for all high school juniors.
  • The Board approved Cosmetology Agreements for students from Elma, Hoquiam, Montesano, North Beach, Ocosta, Quinault, Raymond, Taholah, and Wishkah Valley schools to attend the Grays Harbor Beauty College.
  • Tom Laufmann reviewed the fiscal report. He reported that federal funds expected were received in March; and enrollment is currently 99 students below budget. The monthly accounts payable included the final payment to Rognlin’s for high school construction.
  • Tom Laufmann discussed the Five-Year Maintenance Plan updated annually to address the district’s maintenance of facilities.
  • The Board was reminded of the WSSDA Regional Meeting on April 30 at Elma.
  • President Doug Smith reminded board members that the next regular meeting is scheduled May 6. Work Study will begin at 6:00 p.m.
  • Following an executive session, the Board approved routine personnel matters including the retirements of Kevin Green, Karen Russo, and Julie Williams.