Thad Nelson

The meeting included special reports covering financial updates, with the December ending fund balance reported at $1,250,571.29 and accounts payable at $270,693.28. The Superintendent provided updates on the E3 Safety App, grant status (noting the ADA grant approval for the AES parking lot), and the ongoing 60th Legislative session. School principals reported on staff training for the E3 Safety App, upcoming Kindergarten Screening and SBAC testing, and successful seasons for Adna Robotics, Knowledge Bowl, basketball, and wrestling teams. Discussion items involved reviewing a resolution for warrant cancellation and various out-of-field trip requests. Action items included approving the warrant cancellation resolution, approving several overnight/out-of-state trip requests, accepting the resignation of the AMHS Athletic Director and an Assistant Baseball Coach, approving a Volunteer Middle School Cheer Coach recommendation, and approving a Field Placement Affiliation Agreement between GCU and the District. The Board also gave final approval to several WSSDA policies and procedures.

Key discussions during the meeting included financial reports such as the November 2024 overall fund balance and accounts payable review, and planning for the upcoming budget extension and Business Manager Academy. The Superintendent provided updates on the state legislative session, ongoing meetings with Representatives, and the Coalition of Unfunded Public School Mandates. Elementary reports highlighted a successful Math Parent Night, the character trait focus of 'leadership' for November, and the 'Seadog Tokens' reward program. Middle/High School reports covered the successful Winter Concert, the start of high school sports seasons, and committee review of surveys regarding schedule changes to add study/flex time. Discussions also involved reviewing the 6-Period Day for AMHS, the 180 School Day Waiver resolution, wrestling and basketball trip itineraries, and the resolution for creating a Coalition Against Unfunded Public-School Mandates. Final policy readings covered updates on Anaphylaxis Prevention, Opioid Overdose Reversal, and Student Discipline procedures. Action items included approving the 180-day School Year Waiver, the resignation of a Board Director, approval of trip itineraries, and approval of the Coalition Against Unfunded Public-School Mandates resolution.

The meeting included special reports detailing the November ending fund balance, accounts payable for December, and an update from the Superintendent regarding a recent power outage, weather delay procedures, and increased staff/student illness. The AES Principal reported on student recognition for leadership, staff training on the E3 safety app, and upcoming events. The AMHS Principal updated the board on winter sports, progress planning for trimester and 6 periods, and student activities including Knowledge Bowl and conferences. Financial reviews covered voucher registers and budget statuses. Action items included approvals for overnight trip requests (Kittitas Wrestling Tournament and 6th Grade Camp Cispus), approvals for hiring a Winter Cheer Coach and an MS Boys Basketball Coach, and approvals for the resignation of a Bus Driver and the AMHS Girls Golf Head Coach. The Board also approved new/revised meal charge policy and a resolution to cancel warrants.

The meeting included financial reports, noting October's ending fund balance of $1,400,032.74 and November accounts payable at $261,555.92. The Superintendent provided updates regarding the levy, School Security Officer (SSO), and Middle and High School Cheer, and discussed elected Board positions. Principals reported on PTO events, student attendance at conferences, and recent achievements like the Veterans Day assembly and football team advancement. Key actions included approving voucher registers and November payroll, approving the Interlocal Agreement for School Nursing/LPN Services, approving the cancellation of warrants, approving consulting services, and approving the hiring of a School Security Officer and wrestling coaches. The board also approved final readings for several WSSDA Policy/Procedure revisions. An employee matter was reviewed during an executive session.

The District's Local School Wellness Policy was reviewed to assess any needed changes and/or updates. No changes were identified at this time. The District will review as directed by USDA requirements.