Dave Chivers

The Uintah School District reviewed and revised its policy on school fees, merging previous policies related to maximum participation costs, fee schedules, and fundraising. The revised policy aims to establish a reasonable system of fees while ensuring that no student is excluded from school-sponsored programs due to an inability to pay. It includes definitions of school activities, fees, fundraisers, student supplies, instructional equipment, and textbooks. The policy outlines standards for classes and activities during and outside the regular school day, fee schedules, waiver provisions, and reporting requirements. It also addresses individual and group fundraising requirements and sets maximum fee amounts for various activities and courses.

The Uintah School District reviewed and revised its policy on maximum participation costs and the fee schedule. The policy includes revisions to extracurricular fees, tuition for non-resident students, and various school-related fees. It also covers the availability of fundraising opportunities to lower out-of-pocket expenses for students and the process for applying for fee waivers. The policy outlines specific fees for middle and high school students, AVEC/Adult Education programs, driver education, fine arts, healthy lifestyles, math/science courses, CTE programs, advanced placement courses, athletics, performing arts, club fees, fines, and additional fees such as admission to banquets and transportation.

The document outlines the employee compensation package for the 2025-2026 school year, detailing several key changes and provisions. These include a step increase for all contracted employees hired before January 1, 2025, and adjustments for lane changes approved before the start of the school year. Employees will also receive a cost of living increase to their salary schedule. The insurance waiver stipend is set to increase from $2,350 to $3,000 per year. Adjustments to the District Clerical Salary Schedule include the consolidation of Levels 1 and 2. The district health insurance cost has increased by 9%, leading to the elimination of the Preferred Network option to control premiums. The district will continue to fund all plans based on the Summit Silver Plan, with employees receiving a 10% premium credit for wellness participation. Health insurance premium amounts paid by the district will remain consistent regardless of the plan selected by the employee, with employees covering any additional costs for more expensive plans. District H.S.A. contributions for select plans are specified, with amounts varying based on the plan type (Core or Copper) and coverage (Family/Couple or Single). H.S.A. contributions for employees on a Core plan working less than 8 hours per day will be reduced to eliminate the employee's portion of the health insurance premium.

The meeting included student reports highlighting school activities, celebrations recognizing students of the month and academic achievements, and school reports showcasing school culture and full-day kindergarten implementation. Key actions included approving consent calendar items, policies on first and second readings (including those related to school board meetings, board member conduct, building access and security, and salary schedules), and personnel changes (new hires, license approvals, reassignments, and extracurricular coaches). Informational items covered upcoming events, community council meetings, and a celebration of life. The meeting concluded with final thoughts and discussion of the USBA conference.

The work session included policy reviews, committee reports, and discussions on various topics. Key discussion points involved policy revisions for building access and security, salary schedule placement, and board member midterm vacancies. The session also covered purchase orders, the 2025-26 academic calendar, the FY23 audit review and approval, and a proposed discretionary fund for recruiting hard-to-fill positions. The FY25 budget calendar was reviewed.