Gina Dawson

The meeting included action items such as the approval of the agenda and the Consent Agenda, which encompassed minutes from a previous meeting, personnel actions (resignations, new hires, payroll changes), and financial reports. The board approved the 2026-2027 District Calendar. Information items covered a Special Education Report detailing program success and academic growth, and a Superintendent Report discussing a Sewer Connection Agreement with Country Haven Utilities, the timing for the supplemental levy decision, and a review of the district's annual advocacy plan priorities. The board also conducted two readings of numerous policy updates, primarily stemming from HB 396, relating to transportation policies, and held an Executive Session to discuss real property acquisition and exempt records. Following the executive session, the board approved the acquisition of 19.65 acres near the high school.

The meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to Trustees for Zones 1, 4, and 5, followed by the Board Reorganization where Lon Harrington was elected Chairman, Josh Sorensen as Vice-Chairman, and Toni Ibarra as Treasurer. The Board set the regular meeting calendar for the third Wednesday of the month and established required and courtesy posting locations for meeting notices. Committee assignments were made for various foundations and advisory groups, along with the designation of Title VII and Title IX Coordinators. The consent agenda approved several items, including resignations, new hires, the budget report, and claims payable for December 2025. Discussions were held regarding the reinvestment options for an expiring 12-month Certificate of Deposit. Information items covered significant topics such as necessary repairs and upgrades for the High School Auditorium, a presentation on implementing the peer-to-peer suicide prevention program 'Hope Squad,' potential calendar revisions based on snow day usage, legislative updates concerning potential funding cuts to online schools, and an update on the successful purchase of 22 acres of land for a future athletic complex. The Board also discussed the potential need to pursue a supplemental levy. During policy readings, the Board approved the second reading of several policies related to student transportation and vehicle use (Policies 8130, 8140, 8170, 8180, 8185) and approved the first reading of several policies, including advancement requirements, reduction in force procedures, and financial accountability policies related to federal grants. In executive session, the Board discussed the evaluation of the Superintendent and the acquisition of real property, concluding with an action item to extend the superintendent's contract through the 2027-2028 school year.

This document provides the academic calendar for Snake River School District 52 for the 2026-2027 school year. It details important dates for students, teachers, and administration, including schedules for holidays, parent-teacher conferences, inservice days, and key academic milestones across trimesters. The document serves as a comprehensive annual schedule.

The board discussed and reviewed a proposal for a new Idaho History curriculum, ultimately tabling the decision. Approval was granted for the immediate purchase of surveillance system equipment. The board voted to move funds from a maturing certificate of deposit into the state's local government investment pool for increased flexibility. Additionally, the calendar for Spring Break was rescheduled, and the 2026-2027 academic calendars for the district's online and opportunity schools were approved. The board received reports on middle school improvements, a land purchase update, and legislative advocacy efforts. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the second reading and subsequent approval of several district policies, including those regarding financial fraud, fiscal accountability, property records, and financial emergency declarations.

The meeting agenda was approved. A period for public input yielded no comments. The board convened into an Executive Session to discuss the acquisition of real property interests not owned by a public agency. Following the return to Regular Session, the board approved the action item for the purchase of approximately 18 acres of real property located at TBD N. 950 W., Blackfoot, Idaho, for $454,000.00 plus closing costs, authorizing the Superintendent and Business Manager to execute related documents.