Chelsea Johns

The board meeting addressed several administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included the adoption of the agenda, approval of financial claims and warrants, and the hiring of new staff members, including a business clerk. The administration provided updates on school facilities, including boiler repairs, blind installations, and the procurement of vape sensors. The board discussed the school's exit from comprehensive support status to universal status, the development of a strategic plan, and negotiations regarding a teacher union MOU. Furthermore, the athletic director reported on student participation in varsity tennis and track, and the board finalized the scheduling of the June meeting.

This plan outlines the Alberton School District's strategies for ensuring a safe return to in-person instruction and continuity of services. Key areas include implementing comprehensive health and safety protocols, maintaining academic continuity through various instructional models, and addressing students' social, emotional, and mental health needs. The plan emphasizes continuous stakeholder consultation and adaptability to evolving circumstances, with policies covering areas such as mask wearing, illness management, cleaning, hygiene, contact tracing, and accommodations for students with disabilities. The plan is subject to bi-annual reevaluation through September 2024.

This document outlines the Alberton Joint School District #2's plan to address student needs and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing ARP ESSER funds. Key priorities include improving elementary and high school ELA and mathematics proficiency through targeted interventions and a Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) by Spring 2023. The plan details strategies such as hiring specialists and implementing dedicated intervention time, along with monitoring through universal screeners and standardized tests. It also addresses the use of ARP ESSER funds for prevention, mitigation, addressing lost instructional time, supporting the educator workforce, and engaging stakeholders.

The board meeting focused on the review and approval of the reopening plan effective February 1, 2021. Additionally, the board held an open forum to discuss transformational learning.

The board approved various financial claims and payroll warrants, reviewed expenditure and cash reports, and received updates on technology and sports programs. Key discussions included the superintendent's job description, a background presentation on Brovold Orchard followed by the approval of an MOU, and the hiring of coaching and basketball staff. Additionally, the board approved an increase in substitute teacher pay, discussed potential revisions to the school reopening plan, approved a list of out-of-district students, and authorized adjustments to course requirements for specific students. The board also held an executive session to evaluate the superintendent, resulting in a decision not to extend the superintendent's contract.