Josie Hayes-Johnson

The board meeting included the review and adoption of the agenda and a public comment period. A training session was conducted with the district attorney to orient members on their legal obligations as trustees. The board approved payroll runs and claims warrants. Additionally, the board discussed a property subdivision and easement request concerning Third Street, intended to facilitate the future sale of a school-owned building.

The board meeting covered several key items, including the acknowledgment of out-of-district students and the acceptance of incoming students. The board approved policy updates from the Montana School Board Association and modified the school district's mission statement by striking the term 'do the thing'. There was a discussion regarding the FY27 lunch reimbursement rate, the impact of staff meals on the general fund budget, and the need for better budget tracking. Additionally, the board conducted an interview for an open position on the Board of Trustees.

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.