Kim Bedke

This Schoolwide Improvement Plan for Oakley Jr-Sr High School focuses on enhancing student outcomes and school programs. Its core priorities include increasing student proficiency in math and literacy through targeted interventions, developing proficiency scales within Professional Learning Communities, and implementing a Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system, 'Hornets C.A.R.E.'. The plan also addresses student learning needs, ensures a well-rounded education, promotes community engagement, and supports the recruitment and retention of effective teachers.

The meeting addressed several key areas, including reopening schools with considerations for state constraints and social distancing, and strategies for Raft River Elementary School. The board discussed the fiscal year 2021 budget, potential cuts, and the use of federal stimulus money. Revisions to the 2020-2021 school year district calendar were approved, along with lifting the hiring freeze and approving Region IV Summer Activities Guidance. The board also discussed fleet management, the future of Almo Elementary School, and the possibility of establishing Cassia Online schools.

The Board of Trustees discussed various policies, including drug and alcohol testing for students participating in IHSAA activities, correspondence courses, dual enrollment, and the use of drones. They received updates on facilities construction and a computer curriculum being piloted at Declo Jr. High School. The board approved the district plan, administrative intern request, trip requests, and alternate authorizations for content specialists and teachers. They also approved separations from employment and new hires. Additionally, they discussed an open house for the Raft River High School Agriculture Building and the purchase of a piano for Declo High School. The board ratified an agreement and discussed the delivery and installation of carpet for districtwide facilities.

The Board of Trustees meeting included updates on facility construction progress and a review presentation planned for the June meeting to detail bond money usage. School reports highlighted STEAM activities at Oakley Elementary and programs at the Cassia Regional Technical Center (CRTC). The board approved building a greenhouse at Declo High School and issued calls for various bids, including dairy products, produce, food, non-food items, and pizza. They also discussed leasing Chrome Books, declaring surplus property, allowing athletic equipment use during summer training camps, and approving trip requests for staff development. The board denied a proposal for Tek Hut to place antenna towers on school district properties. They approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Idaho Digital Learning (IDLA) and discussed setting up emergency teams in each school and a personal finance class for students.

The Board of Trustees toured school facilities at Mountain View Elementary. Breakfast was provided by Starr Corporation and was served at Mountain View Elementary during a faculty meeting. The tour concluded.