John Fennell

This document outlines the College and Career Advising and Mentoring Plan for the Minidoka School District, detailing various advising models such as Transition Coordinator, High School Advisement Team, GEAR UP, and College and Career Advisor roles. The plan specifies activities and goals by grade level (9th-12th grade) to support student postsecondary readiness. It aims to enhance academic performance, increase high school graduation rates, and boost student participation and success in postsecondary education, while ensuring effective communication with parents regarding available resources. Key metrics include learning plan reviews and postsecondary enrollment.

The meeting involved negotiations between the district and the MCEA. Key discussion topics included teacher work day issues such as preparation time, work day length, duty-free lunch duration, class size limitations, and professional leave allowances. The committee also negotiated the composition of the Leadership Premium Review Committee and discussed three specific salary options for staff, with the MCEA planning to provide a response at a subsequent meeting.

The board meetings covered various administrative and operational matters including the approval of the revised School Reopening Plan, which mandates face masks for staff but not students and allows for a five-day school week. Discussion topics included reports on the Migrant Ed program and summer school performance, updates on school reopening plans in light of Covid-19 health guidelines, and various patron comments regarding student mental health, sports activities, and safety protocols. Additionally, the board approved the appointment of committee members, district handbook updates, and a range of policy amendments. A separate training session focused on the roles and responsibilities of board members.

The board discussed structure and future topics for work sessions, including potential Lighthouse training and the establishment of formal meeting curfews. An overview of current market conditions and bond sale parameters was provided. The board approved setting a formal curfew for monthly work sessions and regular meetings. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to consider school personnel, real property, and legal matters. Personnel recommendations were approved, the Board Clerk was recognized for service, bills were approved for payment, and American Fidelity was selected as the provider for the 125 Cafeteria Flexible Spending Plan. Finally, the board scheduled a trustee dinner for December.

The board discussed several items, including a report on the Mt. Harrison business program, receipt of a Fruit and Veggie grant for Rupert Elementary, a grant for the Special Education program, and the Exceptional Growth Award for Minico High School. The board received an annual building accountability report, heard patron comments regarding building safety and school values, and reviewed the district's financial bond market status. Additionally, the board approved an audit report, authorized ninth graders to participate in a Lunch Buddy program, established a student activity fund, continued cooperative classes with Cassia District, approved revisions to various school policies, and authorized the sale of the Acequia property and a contract with Zions Bank.