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Jul 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth Board of Trustees Working Session Minutes
The board discussed the implementation of an Executive Director rubric to assist with reporting requirements and future recruitment processes. Strategic goals were established for the coming year, emphasizing the inclusion of student and family presentations, deaf culture and diversity training, and increased participation in outreach events. Additionally, the board reviewed accessibility requirements for hybrid meetings, addressing the need for interpreter services and technological solutions for remote participation.
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Board of Trustees of the Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth Working Session Minutes
The board conducted a working session covering several administrative and governance topics. Key discussions included a review of the board's self-assessment, a budget and finance refresher, and training on the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). The board also addressed committee vacancies, specifically for the Finance and Policy Committee, and reviewed board bylaws and the new Board Guide. Furthermore, the meeting focused on establishing procedures for new member onboarding and defining roles and responsibilities for motions, voting, and raising objections.
Jun 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Washington Center For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Youth Board Of Trustees Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included several departmental reports covering academic progress, enrollment data, outreach programs for deaf and hard of hearing youth, and human resources updates regarding recruitment and union negotiations. Policy review included a rulemaking hearing for public records. The board reviewed a state of the agency letter addressed to the governor. Additionally, the board voted on new leadership positions, bid farewell to departing members, and planned for the upcoming working session.
Jul 16, 2025·BoardMeeting
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Board of Trustees Working Session
The working session included a review of training on Community (formally BoardDocs), discussion of finance committee seats, and a board assessment. The board also reviewed several policies including medication at school, self-administration of asthma and anaphylaxis medications, accommodating students with diabetes, isolation and restraint, and student conduct and disciplinary actions. Additionally, the board reviewed new Title IX requirements and board bylaws, and discussed the code of conduct.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
