Brian Burdon

The workshop included several new business items. Discussions covered an update on the Redbook contract primarily affecting coaches and non-athletic club advisors, including proposed changes to stipends, compensation increases, and training requirements. The administration provided information regarding the start date of the next two school calendars in relation to Labor Day. Updates were presented on the Parkway Campus property assessment and a temporary easement on Seattle Hill Road related to new townhome construction, where the district is negotiating for a full-length sidewalk extension. The Board received information about a one-year exclusivity agreement proposal from Gridstor regarding the purchase of the transportation site for battery storage feasibility study. Enrollment data review highlighted current headcount and projections for 26-27, suggesting potential limitations on elementary school choice transfers next year. The President initiated a pilot program to test tablets for Board packets as an alternative to paper copies. Academic data presentation included SBA, WCAS, ACT, and STAR results, comparing literacy, math, and science achievement scores against state levels and similar demographic districts. An update was given on plans to expand Hi-Cap services to include more general education students. In the Superintendent's Report, it was noted that a Human and Behavioral (HIB) matter might be presented to the Board, a $17M QSCAB bond was recently paid off, and the district maintained an AA3 bond rating from S&P Global.

The meeting commenced with a Board Workshop discussing the Central Campus and potential building uses, and included a Superintendent Report on a vice principal position. The subsequent regular meeting involved the reorganization of the Board, including the election of Mr. Seek as President and Mr. Serviss as Vice-President, and Ms. Ballas as Legislative Representative. The Consent Agenda included approval of revised warrants for November 1-15 and November 16-30, approval of the revised Personnel Report detailing appointments, leave requests, retirements, and resignations, approval to surplus technology and other equipment, and approval of the Memorandum of Agreement with Shoreline Community College for CTE Dual Credit. Old Business included the second consideration and approval of Policy 1310 regarding Policy Adoption. New Business focused on School Improvement Plans (SIPs), with discussions on student intervention teams, transforming math classes to problem-solving workshops, and the use of assessment tools like IReady and Lexia. First consideration was given to Policy 3245 concerning Student Telecommunication Devices, with significant discussion on limiting use to reduce learning distractions, and Policy 1820 (Board Self-Assessment). The Board also shared insights from the WSSDA conference, covering topics such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), state funding foundations, and the correlation between grading standards and student learning. The Superintendent's Report noted the upcoming Winter break dates.

The Special Board Meeting included a review and approval of the Personnel Report under the Consent Agenda. No items were discussed during the Superintendent's Report.

The agenda revision included approval of the revised Personnel Report. The Consent Agenda involved the approval of warrants issued between June 17 and July 15, 2025, the revised Personnel Report detailing several new appointments and resignations for certified and classified staff, and the approval of two Interlocal Agreements—one with the City of Monroe for impact fees and another with Northwest Educational Service District No. 189 for behavioral health services. New Business included the approval of Resolution 05-25 authorizing a $1,000,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund. A significant discussion addressed the development impact on enrollment, detailing how changes in unit types (more multi-family, fewer single-family) in developments like Eastview Village affect projected student generation rates, potentially leading to around 600 new students in the K-12 range. Resolution 06-25 regarding a Study and Survey was also approved. Old Business covered an update on the smooth transition to the new Qmlativ student and financial system, and the development of the Board Calendar of Topics for the upcoming year.

This document presents a comprehensive recommendation for the Snohomish School District's School Resource Officer (SRO) Program. Its core mission is to enhance school safety and the educational climate by defining the SRO's role as an educator, informal counselor, and law enforcer, primarily focused on keeping students out of the criminal justice system. Key elements include the integration of SROs into the school environment, fostering positive relationships, systematic data collection on law enforcement interactions, and their role as part of a Mental Well-Being and Behavioral Program team. The recommendation details associated policies, procedures, and a Memorandum of Understanding, and mandates an annual evaluation of the program.