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Enumclaw School District
Board of Directors
Regular Board Meeting - May 17, 2021
Regular Board Meeting - May 17, 2021
Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes
Enumclaw High School Library
& Via Zoom
6:30 PM
II. . PRELIMINARYPRELIMINARY A
A. . Call to OrderCall to Order
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors was called to order by Bryan Stanwood, president of the Board of Directors, at 6:31 p.m. in the Enumclaw High School library with Zoom attendees as well.
Director Stanwood recited the following statement of land acknowledgment:
We respectfully acknowledge that we gather today on the traditional lands of the Muckleshoot and Coast Salish Peoples, who have lived (Muckleshoot Indian Tribe) who historically lived throughout the Black, Cedar, Green and White River Watersheds, as well as the collective tribal communities located on the Coast Salish lands for allowing us to share in their ancestral lands and waters. The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe are the signers of both the Medicine Creek and Point Elliot Treaties, and one of the 29 federally recognized tribes in the State of Washington.
The ancestral language of the Muckleshoot is beqelSuAucid, spoken in this area for over 10,000 years. Today the Muckleshoot Tribal Nation is alive and strong as a Sovereign Nation in the Black, Cedar, Green, and White River Watersheds, Salish Sea basin, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades watershed since time
immemorial. You are on Muckleshoot and Coast Salish Tribal Land. B
B. . Pledge of AllegiancePledge of Allegiance
Director Stanwood led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. C
C. . Roll CallRoll Call
All board members were present except Director Gamlin, who was excused. D
D. . MinutesMinutes
Director Watterson moved and Director O'Brien seconded a motion to approve the regular board meeting minutes of April 12, 2021, and the board work study minutes of May 4, 2021.
Motion carried.
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II. . CommunicationsCommunications A
A. . Good News of the DistrictGood News of the District
The board welcomed new EHS principal, Dr. Rod Merrell.
Director Watterson reminded the board kindergarten registration is open. A new season of high school sports is underway and it has been interesting to see outdoor wrestling take place and middle school students are participating in intramural activities. Seniors are receiving graduation celebration details and all schools are gearing up for end of year activities.
Director O'Brien was happy to report the district is doing well in its third week since the transition to full time in-person learning.
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B. . Academic and Student Well-Being PlanAcademic and Student Well-Being Plan C
C. . Superintendent ReportSuperintendent Report
Dr. Carey introduced new EHS principal, Dr. Rod Merrell and welcomed him to the district. Dr. Merrell shared a bit about himself with the board and his excitement to be a part of the Enumclaw School District. He and his wife have already purchased a home in the area.
The CDC and Department of Health have updated mask protocols allowing fully vaccinated individuals freedom from mask wearing. Governor Inslee held a press conference requiring certain designated facilities to continue enforcing mask wearing. Schools were on this list of facilities. The ESD will continue to adhere to the current safety protocols and will review and update based on new guidance and/or requirements as it comes.
OSPI is requiring all districts in the state to put together an Academic Student Well-Being Recovery Plan. There are two parts to the plan: assessing to understand the current state of student learning and well-being, and planning to respond to student needs. The intent is that this will be an ongoing piece of work. Phase one of the plan will begin this summer with both immediate and short-term strategies and interventions. The summer learning program is an example of one strategy. Phase two will begin in the fall when the district will build on learning and plan for long-term improvements. Phase three will allow for the district to accelerate and
innovate for long-term sustainable improvements.
All students will be provided with universal supports. These are evidence-based priorities and practices that support the academic, behavioral and social-emotional success of all students in the most inclusive and
equitable learning environment. Academic supports will include summer school, early learning, extracurricular activities, multi-tiered systems of supports, priority standards, and student voice. Social-emotional learning supports will include conscious discipline strategies, the addition of two mental health counselors for the middle schools, and the potential for a drug/alcohol counselor at the high school (dependent on receiving the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative Grant).
The ESD uses different assessment tools to gather student data. These assessments fall into one of three categories: diagnostic, formative, or summative. Summative is used to check learning at the end and is to serve as a comparison point. An example would be the Smarter Balance testing. Formative is used to check
progress along the way. An example of this would be weekly quizzes within the classroom. Diagnostic is to determine what the learner may need next. Developmental Reading Assessments (DRAs) are an example of this type of assessment.
The ESD will monitor two areas of growth: academic and social-emotional well-being.
Academic assessment tools include: DRA, ESD Pre-Kindergarten Screening Tool, STAR Reading, STAR Math, Fountas & Pinnell, classroom-based assessments and curriculum based assessments. Next year,
additional assessments will be used and include: STAR Early Literacy, WA Kids assessments, Read 180 Reading assessment (grades 6-8), Smarter Balanced Assessments, WA Comprehensive Assessment of Science, and additional classroom and curriculum-based assessments.
Social-emotional learning assessment tools include: online Google check-in forms, student connection activities/groups via Zoom, school-wide Conscious Discipline Strategies, SEL lessons weekly during remote and hybrid learning models, in-person SEL classroom lessons/discussions, and home room/ILT time. In the future, the district is partnering with Satchel Pulse for survey instruments.
District staff will also continue to participate in professional development courses. Currently planned are the Universal Design for Learning, Conscious Discipline and STAR Diagnostic Assessment.
The board will be asked to take action on this plan during the business section of the meeting through passing a resolution.
11. . Honoring Senior Student Board RepresentativeHonoring Senior Student Board Representative
Dr. Carey and the board honored graduating Senior Student Board Representative, Olivia Quinnett, for her two years of service to the Board of Directors. Olivia was presented with a medallion. Dr. Carey and the Board wished Olivia well in her transition to Highline Community College where she will be playing soccer in the fall.
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III. . HEARING OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD AS A WHOLEHEARING OF PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD AS A WHOLE
Director Stanwood explained the rules for public comment. In-person attendees and Zoom attendees both had the opportunity to share their comments with the board.
Removing the Mask Requirement
Mike Lawson addressed the board requesting options for families regarding mask wearing and vaccinations. His request was to allow families to make the decision to mask and vaccinate their children based on what is best for each household. He referenced CDC statistics and science supporting optional mask wearing. Mr. Lawson requested the plan for masking in the fall to be announced now so parents can plan for alternative learning if needed.
June Lawson echoed the comments of Mr. Lawson requesting schools not require masking for all students. Rachel Kuper requested the board pass a resolution regarding the plan for school in the fall. She requested the resolution include three things: a full return to five days a week of in-person learning, no mandatory vaccinations, and removing masks from children. She asked the board to be leaders in striving for normalcy for children. Ms. Kuper also requested this resolution be sent to Jeffrey Duchan, Governor Inslee and OSPI Superintendent Reykdal.
Amanda Thorson addressed the board with a personal story of a panic attack had by one of her children due to mask wearing. Her student was afraid to remove his mask to blow his nose because he thought he would hurt someone around him with his germs when his runny nose was nothing more than allergies. With vaccines now available to those interested, Ms. Thorson asked the board to remove the mask requirement and allow for mask wearing to be optional. Ms. Thorson stated, with a 99 percent survival rate and a vaccine, students should not have to ask for permission to breathe freely. She added that students do not attend school for medical advice and should not be used for an agenda. Ms. Thornson asked the board to join parents in the fight to support normalcy for students requesting that this no longer be parents vs. the board.
Paige Stanley thanked the board for listening to parents and allowing students to return to fulltime in-person learning. She then requested the board remove the mask requirement for learning in the fall.
(Action) (Action) time in-person learning stating it was a hard choice but the right choice. It is her hope that the district will
continue to make choices using parent voices, wants and needs. She requested the board and district support parents' wants and needs at the government level.
Kari Thomas addressed the board stating the current requirements are not working. Her students are terrified of teachers because they are constantly being scrutinized for their mask wearing and proximity to friends. She called the requirements irrational insanity creating mental terror for students and families. Ms. Thomas pleaded with the board to not enforce forced vaccinations and remove the mask wearing requirement. She used other states as examples for what is possible. Ms. Thomas requested the board and district support families and the community so the families and community could support the district.
Tabitha Baker thanked the board for getting students back to in-person learning and the mental health focus and resources coming. She asked the district to be more forthcoming with the criteria needing to be met to lift the mask requirement. She asked that the criteria be posted so that families can follow and make plans accordingly. Ms. Baker asked the district to be a leader in making masks optional, setting an example for other districts to follow. Those who wish to wear masks to feel safe can do so and those who don't can unmask. She stated children are the safest demographic and should be the first to be allowed to remove masks. Should the district move forward with optional masking in the fall, the district would have the support of the community. Ms. Baker shared there is nothing better for mental health than fresh air.
Kristy Diaz addressed the board to request optional masking for students. She shared personal stories of how her students have been negatively impacted by the current countermeasures. Ms. Diaz asked the board to allow kids to be kids. Her students have been scolded for wanting to share an unopened, extra juice box and for wanting to give other students a high five. She asked the district to encourage students to be encouraging. Ms. Diaz added while she is tired of the mask wearing, she is even more tired of the mental damage being done. She requested the mask mandate be lifted and masks be optional for fall or she will move her children elsewhere.
Ben Diaz expressed his pleasure with the focus on mental health and wellness for students. He stated the best supports for mental health will be to allow students to play together and remove their masks and see smiles and expressions on others. Mr. Diaz asked the mask requirement be removed. He called the restriction unacceptable. Melanie Scott addressed the board stating the school district was a main reason her family decided to move to the area but her students are not thriving under the current restrictions, especially the mask wearing requirement. She shared a personal story about her daughter and the negative impact masks have had on her mental health even as a small child stating her daughter has been pushed to thoughts of self-harm. Ms. Scott asked the board to remove the mask requirement.
Reconsider Transfer Bus Cancellation
Amanda Sprau addressed the board and requested the district to reconsider the cancellation of transfer busses. She explained this would negatively impact students, especially those in elementary schools and on IEPs. She stated elementary students and students with anxiety and on IEPs need consistency in order to thrive. Transfer busses are not a want but a need. Families will be forced to find new childcare and students will be forced to build relationships with new teachers and friends. Ms. Sprau asked the board to keep transfer busses running as many families' lives will be disrupted otherwise.
Senator Phil Fortunato was present in support of parents and to listen to concerns on a state level. He stated he would support the board in addressing Governor Inslee if need be.
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IV. . ADMINISTRATION/BUSINESSADMINISTRATION/BUSINESS A
A. . Payroll and VouchersPayroll and Vouchers
Director of Business and Operations, Ed Hatzenbeler presented the list of top ten expenditures in the district as follows: Zones Inc., Green River College, Puget Sound Energy, CDW Government, Inc., City of Enumclaw, US Foods Inc., Pacific Golf and Turf LLC., Reynolds General Contracting, Inc., Praxair Distribution Inc.,
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Ed Hatzenbeler shared a list of the local businesses with which the district did $78,856.05 of business in the month of April. The district is pleased to support local businesses and purchase their products.
Ed Hatzenbeler reminded the audience that the board receives their packets a week ahead to review and ask any questions regarding the vouchers. After reviewing all vouchers, Director Watterson moved and Director Kent seconded to approve general fund vouchers in the amount of $1,142,760.81; capital projects fund in the amount of $379,135.02; and associated student body fund in the amount of $11,429.25; and ratification of the general fund payroll warrant for April in the amount of $4,512,842.08. Motion carried.
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B. . Consent AgendaConsent Agenda
1. Donation of $750 from Dorian Artistry in Photography as a rebate from student photos for BDE 2. Donation of $751.84 from the EMS PTSO to be used at the discretion of EMS.
3. Bus Surplus Memo 4. Personnel Report
Certificated: Certificated: A. New Hire:
1. Jenny Fair, Teacher, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 2. Rodrick Merrell, Principal, EHS, Effective 07.01.2021
3. Jessica Williams, School Psychologist, District Office, Effective 09.01.2021 4. Zoe Yeley, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021
5. Cheri Flatness, Teacher, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 6. Jennifer Nguyen, Teacher, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 7. Heather Oliver, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021
8. Katie Holmes, Teacher, Kibler Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 9. Sierra Myers, Teacher, Southwood Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 10. Jay Weinbrecht, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021
11. Morag Crawford, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021 B. Rehire:
1. Karen Eby, Teacher, EMS, Effective 09.01.2021 2. Heather Hitch, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021 C. Change of Assignment:
1. Joan Coffee, Teacher, J.J. Smith Birth to Five Center, Effective 09.01.2021 2. Stacy Behrens-Bubnick, Teacher, Southwood Elementary, Effective 09.01.2021 D. Temporary Assignment:
1. Kelli Miller, Library Media Specialist, Sunrise and BDE, Effective 09.01.2021 2. Julie Pulley, Teacher, Sunrise, Effective 01.11.2021
E. Resignation:
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2. Steve Henry, Teacher, EHS, Effective 9.30.2020
3. Hannah Hilton, Teacher, Kibler Elementary, Effective 08.31.2021 4. Kerri Mullis, Teacher, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 08.31.2021 F. Leave Request:
1. Oressa Gregg, Teacher, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021 for 21-22 school year
2. Elizabeth Luke, Teacher, Southwood, Effective 09.01.2021 for the 21-22 school year G Out of Endorsement:
1. Allison Abrahamse, Teacher CTE/Acting, EMS, Effective 09.01.2021 2. Heather Hitch, Teacher SPED, EHS, Effective 09.01.2021
3. Karen Eby, Teacher, EMS, Effective 09.01.2021 Classified:
Classified: A. New Hire:
1. Jenna Lidtka, Paraeducator, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 04.01.2021 2. Jill Shinn, Kitchen Assistant, Enumclaw Middle School, Effective 05.03.2021 B. Resignation:
1. Lawrence Terry, Paraeducator, EHS, Effective 08.31.2021 2. Heather Hitch, Paraeducator, EHS, Effective 08.31.2021 D. Retirement:
1. Julie Wright, Kitchen Assistant, EMS, Effective 04.09.2021 2. Sharon Hanson, Paraeducator, EMS, Effective 08.31.2021
3. Patricia Klemonsky, Office Manager, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 08.01.2021 4. Jane Zaputil, Paraeducator, Kibler Elementary, Effective 08.31.2021
E. Change of Assignment:
1. Gary Kinniburgh, Head Custodian, EHS, Effective 06.01.2021 2. Karen Schram, Night Lead Custodian, TMMS, Effective 06.01.2021
3. Tina Ritz, Office Manager, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 08.11.2021 F. Additional Assignment:
1. Anita Fong, Paraeducator, Black Diamond Elementary, Effective 05.10.2021 2. Lucina Lurz, Paraeducator, Westwood Elementary, Effective 04.26.2021 G. Coaching Assignment:
1. Zachary Webb, Assistant Boys Basketball Coach, EHS, Effective 05.03.2021
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D. . Resolution 1112: WIAA MembershipResolution 1112: WIAA Membership
Director Kent moved and Director O'Brien seconded to approve Resolution 1112: WIAA Membership. Motion Carried.
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E. . Resolution 1113: Sale of Surplus PropertyResolution 1113: Sale of Surplus Property
Director O'Brien moved and Director Watterson seconded to approve Resolution 1113: Sale of Surplus Property. Motion Carried.
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F. . General Fund ReportGeneral Fund Report 11. . MarchMarch
Director of Business and Operations, Ed Hatzenbeler presented the general fund report for the month of March of the fiscal year 51.47% of the 2020-21 budget has been expended with 51.55% of revenues received. The beginning of the year fund balance was $7,310,578.74. Total resources available:
$40,798,614.11. Expenditures to date: $34,414,808.76; Revenues to date: $33,488,035.37; Restricted for other items: $200,000.00; restricted for carry over: $347,000; Nonspendable FB-Inventory/Prepaid Items: $345,492.16; assigned to Capital Projects: $650,000.00; and commitment to economic stabilization: $3,200,000.00; and Unassigned fund balance: $1,641,313.19.
Capital Projects beginning fund balance was $5,955,796.05 with an ending balance of $7,589,777.17. The Debt Service Fund beginning fund balance was $1,994,911 with an ending balance of $1,170,930.49. A.S.B. beginning fund balance was $763,101.26 with an ending balance of $739,495.22.
Transportation beginning fund balance was $657,667.91 with an ending balance of $660,859.61. https://app.eduportal.com/share/bf27b96c-b735-11eb-92cd-06c64aa3b8d4
22. . AprilApril
Director of Business and Operations, Ed Hatzenbeler presented the general fund report for the month of April of the fiscal year 59.92% of the 2020-21 budget has been expended with 64.09% of revenues received. The beginning of the year fund balance was $7,310,578.74. Total resources available: $48,943,043.84. Expenditures to date: $40,065,464.25; Revenues to date: $41,632,465.10; Restricted for other items: $200,000.00; restricted for carry over: $347,000; Nonspendable FB-Inventory/Prepaid Items: $345,492.16; assigned to Capital Projects: $650,000.00; and commitment to economic stabilization: $3,200,000.00; and Unassigned fund balance: $4,135,087.43.
Capital Projects beginning fund balance was $5,955,796.05 with an ending balance of $.8,715,196.95 The Debt Service Fund beginning fund balance was $1,994,911 with an ending balance of $2,979,010.43. A.S.B. beginning fund balance was $763,101.26 with an ending balance of $746,474.10.
Transportation beginning fund balance was $657,667.91 with an ending balance of $661,310.07. https://app.eduportal.com/share/b638a96a-b735-11eb-b0e8-06c64aa3b8d4
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V. . EXECUTIVE SESSIONEXECUTIVE SESSION
Director Stanwood asked Dr. Carey if the board was in need of an executive session. Dr. Carey stated there was no need for an executive session.
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VI. . BOARD PROCESS DEBRIEFBOARD PROCESS DEBRIEF The board debriefed the meeting. VII
VII. . ADJOURNMENTADJOURNMENT
