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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Bellaire School Board Room – 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA

1.0 CALL TO ORDER (Brunnette) 2.0 ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE (Lodico) 3.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Brunnette) Motion by:_______________ Seconded by: _______________ Vote: ____________ 4.0 BOARD CALENDAR DATES

Monday, November 17 – AMSD 2014 Annual Conference at TIES from 7:30 am-1:00 pm

Tuesday, November 18 – Program visit to Karner Blue Education Center and Metro Heights Academy from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 am

Tuesday, December 2, 2014 – Regular School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m.

5.0 QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

Visitors attending the meeting who wish to address the school board on any issue that is not on the agenda may do so at this time.

6.0 PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS

6.01 Presentation: 2015 Legislative White Papers/Update (Hayes) Valerie Dosland, Ewald Consulting 6.02 Presentation: Karner Blue Update and Video (Naidicz) 6.03 Presentation: Member District Annual Reports (Carr, Naidicz, Jordan) 6.04 Discussion: 2015 Proposed School Board Meeting Schedule (Brunnette)

7.0 APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA (Hayes) Consent items, November 5, 2014 – School Board Agenda as warranted

including approval of:

Minutes – Meeting Minutes of October 7, 2014

Payment of Bills and Acknowledgment of Wire Transfer Report

Personnel – Resignations, Employment, Leaves of Absence, Termination, Deceased

Donations

Approval of Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Law Prohibiting Discrimination

Motion by:_______________ Seconded by: _______________ Vote: ____________ 8.0 ACTION ITEMS 8.01 Resolution Relating to 2015-16 Open Enrollment (Jordan)

Our four districts (North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, South Washington County, Stillwater, and Northeast Metro 916) have developed a policy and procedure for handling nonresident students with individual agreements between school boards. This resolution is required to implement this procedure. Under

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Minnesota Statute § 124D.03, districts cannot be closed for open enrollment, but may reject applications because they are considered to be at capacity. The Superintendent recommends—based on a recommendation of the Director of Educational Services—that the School Board adopt the following resolution: WHEREAS the State of Minnesota has established an open enrollment program permitting students to attend nonresident districts pursuant to the limitations of Minnesota Statutes § 124D.03, and WHEREAS the State of Minnesota has also established criteria for school districts to limit open enrollment applications based on district-wide grade level capacity, class, program, and school building capacity, and WHEREAS the administration has determined that additional development and anticipated enrollment increases at Valley Crossing Community School have resulted in lack of space availability, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that for purposes of open enrollment, the Valley Crossing Community School is determined to be at capacity for the 2015-2016 school year, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the administration, in consultation with participating districts, be authorized to approve or disapprove all nonresident applications related to Agreements between School Boards.

Motion by:_______________ Seconded by: _______________ Vote: ____________ 8.02 Approval of School Board Policies (Hayes) These policies were presented at the October 7 Board meeting for review and

comment. No changes have been made.

The Superintendent recommends that the School Board of Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 adopt following policies of the Board Policy Manual as follows:

601 School District Curriculum & Instruction Goals (revised) 616 School District System Accountability (new) Motion by:_______________ Seconded by: _______________ Vote: ____________ 8.03 Approval of Superintendent’s Contract (Newberg)

The Personnel Committee recommends a new three-year contract for Superintendent Hayes. Terms of the contract negotiated included only salary. The salary recommendation for FY 16, $184,726, is based upon the FY 15 average of the Northeast Metro 916 member district superintendents. For FY 17 and FY 18, the recommendation is for a 2% increase in each year. The Board Personnel Committee recommends that the School Board approve the new 2015-18 Superintendent contract as presented.

Motion by:_______________ Seconded by: _______________ Vote: ____________

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9.0 BOARD FORUM 10.0 ADJOURNMENT

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NORTHEAST METRO 916 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Wednesday, November 5, 2014

CONSENT AGENDA ATTACHMENT

7.0 CONSENT ITEMS

7.01 Approval of Minutes: Regular School Board Meeting Minutes of October 7, 2014

7.02 Payment of Bills and Acknowledgment of Wire Transfer

Report: $2,945,099.97 for check numbers 477953-478388, except for voids as presented; and wire transfer report for the period September 27 to October 24, 2014.

7.03 Personnel:

Resignation Samantha Heidinger, Teacher, effective 10/15/2014 Patricia Kanke, Interpreter, effective 10/31/2014 Employment* Jessica Anderson, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Megan Bradley, Teacher, $40,485 BA, Step 2, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 11/10/2014 Casey Doyle, Teacher, $65,859 MA+30, Step 9, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 10/20/2014 Jennifer Haehnel, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Alexis Holt, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Jonathan Isaacson, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/06/2014 Jasie Popma, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Amanda Roberts, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/06/2014 Lauren Schifsky, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/06/2014 Brittany Shepard, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Debbie Soukaseum, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/20/2014 Jennifer Wolff, Teacher, $41,476, BA+30, Step 1, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 10/20/2014 Lisa Zewers, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 10/06/2014 *(All new hire offers of employment are contingent upon background check; licensed staff hires are contingent upon receipt of official

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transcripts and licensure. Teacher salary placement is based on the 2014-15 schedule). Leave of Absence Megan Halverson, Teacher, effective dates 10/9/2014 - 2/8/2015 April Kohoutek, Education Assistant, effective dates 9/25/2014 – 1/4/2015 Kevin Kumlin, Education Assistant II, effective dates 10/20/2014 – 11/22/2014 Steve Scott, Teacher, effective dates 10/24/2014 – 11/6/2014 Termination Sarah Brick, Education Assistant II, effective 10/10/2014 Terry Krannich, Education Assistant II, effective 10/01/2014 Gerald Nathan, Teacher, effective 10/3/2014 Deceased Neil Zingerman, Education Assistant II, effective 10/3/2014

7.04 Donations: Auto Dismantling received a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee from Linda

and John Sanocki Karner Blue Education Center received $27.17 from Target’s Take

Charge of Education program Auto Dismantling received a 1995 Ford Taurus from Cody C.

Anderson Auto Dismantling received a 1999 Honda Accord from Shaun E. Motz Auto Dismantling received a 2003 Buick Regal LS from Shirley J.

Arends Auto Dismantling received a 1993 Honda Civic from Dustin E.

Kalland

7.05 Approval of Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Law Prohibiting Discrimination

Each year, the Minnesota Department of Education requires districts to approve the Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Law Prohibiting Discrimination. This report assures that districts are in compliance with State and Federal laws that prohibit and is submitted annually by November 15 to the Minnesota Department of Education. The Superintendent recommends that the School Board approve the Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Law Prohibiting Discrimination for submission to the Minnesota Department of Education.

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Contact AMSD 651-‐999-‐7325 www.amsd.org

For More Information

Register Now! Early Bird Registration until November 1,

2014.

Developing College and Career Ready Graduates

AMSD 2014 Annual

Conference

Monday, November 17, 2014 7:30am-‐1:15pm

TIES Conference Center, St. Paul

Name

Title

Organization or School District

Phone

Email

*Fee includes continental breakfast and lunch

Mail completed form with payment to:

Association of Metropolitan School Districts 1667 Snelling Avenue North Suite C-‐107 St. Paul, MN 55108

Questions:

651-‐999-‐7325 or [email protected]

The deadline for registration is Wednesday, November 12, 2014

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Registration Form $30 per person* After November 1 $50 per person

Creating the World’s Best Workforce is a goal we must strive to achieve. Realizing that goal will require innovation, sustained

commitment and strategic investments by Minnesota

policymakers.

Join us for a stimulating conference on this important

topic!

Developing College and Career Ready Graduates

http://www.amsd.org/2014conference

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Developing College and Career Ready Graduates Monday, November 17, 2014

7:30am-‐1:15pm

TIES Conference Center

1667 Snelling Ave N St. Paul, MN 55108 http://www.amsd.org/2014conference

Join educators and state policy makers on Monday, November 17, 2014 for AMSD’s Annual Policy Conference, which will focus on college and career readiness. The conference agenda will include breakout sessions featuring innovative programs and best practices for preparing students for career and college.

Topics will include:

A Developmental Approach to Preparing College and Career Ready Students Break out sessions featuring Innovative College and Career Ready Programs

Panel Discussion on Creating the World’s Best Workforce

Presenters and Panelists include: • Dr. Mandy Savitz-‐Romer, Harvard University • Commissioner Brenda Cassellius, Minnesota Department of Education • Senator Terri Bonoff, Chair, Senate Higher Education and Workforce Development Division • Commissioner Larry Pogemiller, Minnesota Office of Higher Education • Dave Adney, Executive Director, Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals

Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast and the program begins at 8 a.m. Please join us!


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PROGRAM VISIT NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Northeast Metro 916 provides many opportunities to learn about the programs, students

and staff through reports and presentations. However, nothing can replace the

experience of seeing the work of students and staff in action and to hear synchronously

both the successes and challenges they face on a day-to-day basis.

We want to help member district central school leaders (school board members and

superintendents) develop a voice for the student needs in programs that don’t always

receive very much positive public attention.

Northeast Metro 916 administrators will establish program visits to provide school board

members and member superintendents the opportunity to visit programs that are in the

same or similar geographic regions of the district.

We encourage both new and veteran school leaders to participate.

Confirmation for attendance is requested so the program managers can have sufficient

time to plan their time.

Thank you for the time you are able to give to continue to learn about the services

provided to member districts.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 – 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

9:00 – 10:00 am Karner Blue Education Center – 3764 95th Avenue NE, Circle Pines

Karner Blue Education Center was designed to address the specific needs of K-8 students with Autism, emotional and behavioral disorders, and cognitive disabilities. The environmental supports provided by the building design create a controlled space for students in which to learn, play, and relax. The focus on nature provides a calming atmosphere, and educational philosophies tied to nature and place build student's connections to their world. Karner Blue Education Center utilizes the Compassionate School model, which supports both physical and emotional health by helping students build relationships, self-regulate and achieve success in both academic and non-academic areas.

10:00 - 10:30 am Transition and travel time 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. Metro Heights Academy

Metro Heights Academy is one of three Alternative High School programs that are part of the Northeast Metro 916 Area Learning Center. Each of the programs offer a comprehensive and rigorous high school curriculum that is delivered within a personalized, flexible and nurturing environment. Our schools are leaders in utilizing Collaborative Problem Solving as a Positive Behavior Intervention Support system. We integrate technology into the curriculum to help prepare our students to become global citizens.

Please RSVP to Linda Zahradka at 651-415-5657 or [email protected]


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Intermediate School Districts

Innovation through Collaboration

2015 Legislative Platform

Legislative proposals prepared by Intermediate School Districts #287, #916, and

#917 for legislators and member districts to use as a resource in understanding the

mission and critical needs of the Intermediates in serving career and technical,

special education, and other academic needs of students.

For questions or more information, please contact:

Superintendent Sandy Lewandowski, #287 (763.550.7100)

Superintendent Connie Hayes, #916 (651.415.5656)

Superintendent John Christiansen, #917 (651.423.8226)

Valerie Dosland, Ewald Consulting (612.490.3052)

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THE ROLE OF INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICTS

The three Intermediate School Districts were formed in the late 1960s at the request of local school

districts to deliver vocational and technical education. This delivery model eliminates low-enrolled,

costly programs and services offered in individual local school districts, and replaces them with higher-

enrolled, more cost-effective programs and services at one or more of the Intermediate School District

sites. Central to this strategy is an effort to avoid duplicating expensive equipment and specialized

facilities in K-12 districts in which enrollment is not sufficient to support quality programs. Our

experience confirms the wisdom of this decision -- member districts reduced or eliminated high-cost,

inefficient local programs and services in the areas of special education and career and technical

education.

Meanwhile, the Intermediate School Districts continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of K-12

districts with major program expansions for at-risk students, gifted and talented students, and low-

incidence academics such as world languages. In these programs, we provide state-of-the-art curricula,

equipment, instruction and technologies for students with minimal duplication of programs and services.

In addition to shared services in distinct market niches for which there are no equivalent providers, we

also have begun coordinating regional and even statewide services to save districts commercial provider

costs.

2015 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM

Intermediate School Districts 287, 916, and 917 provide critical resources to member school districts

and important programs and services to students. We are grateful for the Legislature’s support and are

well-positioned to continue and enhance our unique mission as both special school districts and regional

service providers.

With continued support from the Legislature, the Intermediate School Districts can continue to provide

quality programs and services in special education, career and technical education, and a variety of other

specialty areas for our member districts and other customers. Responding to our legislative needs will

also enhance our ability to serve as a model for the regional delivery of many of the programs and

services needed by students and K-12 school districts.

The Intermediate School Districts understand the many challenges faced by state policymakers and will

work collaboratively with policymakers and other education organizations sharing the goals of

supporting a strong public education system.

Key initiatives supported by the Intermediate School Districts for the 2015 legislative session include

the following:

Support the Intermediate School Districts’ Long-Term Facility Needs

The Intermediate School Districts are unique school districts with specific legislative authority, in

certain cases, to address their facility needs. However, they do not have the same school facility

financing options available to regular school districts.

In addition, the Intermediate School Districts are seeing more students with challenging needs being

served by the Intermediates. As a result, the need for specialized spaces to serve students in Level IV

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settings continues to grow. All three Intermediates are currently at capacity for the majority of their

programs.

The 2013 Legislature directed a working group to develop recommendations for reforming the financing

of public K- 12 education facilities to create adequate, equitable, and sustainable financing of school

facilities throughout the state. Should the Legislature adopt these recommendations, consideration for

the Intermediates’ facility funding is necessary.

Maintain health and safety revenue for Intermediate School Districts if the Legislature adopts

facilities task force recommendations to roll health and safety revenue into a new Long-Term

Facilities Maintenance Revenue. The school facilities task force proposed to fold health and

safety revenue into a new long-term facilities maintenance revenue (Recommendation #1).

However, the Intermediates would not directly qualify for this revenue and need to maintain

current law.

Maintain current lease levy authority for Intermediate School Districts. The facilities task

force recommendations include a proposal to roll lease levy authority into a new School

Facilities Improvement Revenue (Recommendation #4) and expand the allowable uses.

The expansion of the uses of this revenue in the recommendation would be consistent with our

needs, but the Intermediates would need to maintain their specific authority. We also support the

recommendations to expand the use of lease levy to include modifications to enhance school

safety and security, remodel existing space, and build additions for instructional purposes and

long-term facilities maintenance.

Area Learning Center Funding For Intermediates Over the past several years, Minnesota has made strides to increase educational funding and access to

high quality programming for all students, those in general education and special education. There is a

group of students, however, whose educational needs have not been addressed -- students served by

regional Area Learning Centers (ALC) and who are our state’s most at-risk group of not graduating from

high school.

Regional ALCs often educate those who need the most learning supports to be successful; however, the

funding is capped so that less funding than what is allocated for a general education student follows him

or her to a regional ALC. Most regional ALCs do not have access to other revenue sources other than

general education revenue.

In addition, recent legislative action has taken a step backwards from providing equitable funding for

these students. Elements of the general education revenue do not flow to programs outside of a student’s

resident district resulting in a marked financial disincentive for regional entities to provide programs for

students whose educational needs are the greatest. The Intermediate School Districts believe this

negative funding trend comes from an outdated notion that attending an alternative learning program is

simply a matter of choice and doesn’t recognize the severity of educational needs for this subset of ALC

students who require the most educational supports to graduate.

Without changes in funding, regional ALCs will not be able to continue operating programs for this

group who are disproportionately minorities, homeless or highly mobile, or pregnant and parenting. The

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following legislative requests will help provide adequate resources to regional ALCs so that a substantial

group of students will have the necessary programming to graduate successfully from high school.

Allocate state aid equivalent to the average amount students would receive in the sponsoring

consortia districts. To do this, it would be necessary to change the language now in statute that

specifically excludes revenue components from the general education revenue calculation for

ALC students in intermediate or cooperative district programs to language that would create a

new state aid equivalent to the average amount that students would receive in the sponsoring

consortia districts. This new state aid would follow the students and be included in the amounts

set aside for funding ALC programs.

Expand Credit Recovery Limit students in ALCs. Funding is currently capped at an additional .2

ADM (Average Daily Membership) per student regardless of how old or how far behind the

student is. This often means that districts can offer after-school or extended school time, but not

both.

We propose to increase the pupil weighting to .5 ADM to allow students who qualify to be in an

ALC the needed time and resources to attain their high school diploma before they reach age 21.

This will result in an increase to both district and state graduation rates.

Alternatives to Suspension and Expulsion

During the 2012-2013 school year, there were almost 45,000 suspensions and expulsions according to

Minnesota Department of Education records. In addition, recent research shows that a number of

inequities exist in school discipline, along racial and other lines, which has strong negative influences on

the trajectory of those students’ lives. A student kept out of the classroom three times by ninth grade is

virtually guaranteed not to graduate.

Coinciding with that data, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and Attorney General Eric Holder

issued a call of action to reduce racial discrimination and increase graduation rates, and to curtail

drastically the circumstances in which students are removed from the classroom.

The Intermediates are requesting funding for professional development grants to implement a

professional development series for educators:

To move away from exclusionary and punitive disciplinary policies and practices that

disproportionately affects students of color, boys, and students in special education.

To commit to embedding social-emotional learning (SEL) standards in all programs

To support the characteristics of effective teaching that engages all students

Teacher Evaluation

As school districts implement their teacher evaluation systems, including the Intermediate School

Districts, additional resources will be needed. The 2014 Legislature appropriated $10 million in one-

time funding but more will be needed for successful implementation.

It is important to remember that a per-pupil funding mechanism for teacher evaluation does not work for

the Intermediates. Unlike typical K-12 districts that will have an average of 20 to perhaps as high as 30

students per teacher, the teacher to student ratio is much lower at the Intermediate School Districts’

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Level IV special education programs. Compounding the matter for the Intermediates, the majority of the

students served in our districts are not counted as students at the Intermediate -- they are counted as

students in their resident district. Teacher evaluation revenue for the Intermediates should be based on

the number of teachers, rather than the number of students.

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The intermediate school districts request the legislature expand the use of lease levy authority to include: safety and security needs, remodeling of existing spaces, building new additions, and long-term facilities maintenance. The need for this is best told through the story of a particular school.

Capitol View Center (CVC), part of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District, is a high school facility serving high-needs special education students and area learning center students.

■ Was built in the 50s – depends on the original HVAC system – many parts only found on EBay

■ Health and safety (H&S) needs over $500,000 and deferred maintenance $14 M■ Design changes needed to improve services to students $8.7 M

THE FUNDING ROADBLOCK➤ H&S and deferred maintenance are not authorized expenditures for lease levy authority!➤ Intermediates have no access to deferred maintenance revenue!➤ Intermediates have no access to alternative facilities revenue! ➤ A bond election requires successful concurrent election in 12 member districts!

In fact! Combined existing state statutes block the way for any work on this valued building serving 12 member school districts + 30 other area districts.

THE ONLY CURRENT CHOICE AVAILABLE IS TO REPLACE CVCHowever, the Northeast Metro 916 School Board would prefer to repurpose CVC because…

■ New commercial property would be very expensive.■ The current location is central for members and supports efficient transportation.■ The building houses the district’s fiber hub and it would be costly to relocate.■ Replacement estimated to be $37M resulting in higher tax impacts.

SPRING LAKE PARK’S SUCCESS WITH REPURPOSING AN OLDER BUILDING

One only has to visit Spring Lake Park’s high school campus to recognize that great success may be achieved for repurposing CVC as well. It makes little sense to prevent repurposing when that option makes both economic and programmatic sense.

TAKE A TOUR OF CAPITOL VIEW CENTERHear from facility experts. See first-hand the school’s deficiencies. Visit https://nemetro916.wistia.com/medias/7bgm7k9lk5

EXPAND LEASE LEVY AUTHORITYThe Capitol View Center story demonstrates why the intermediate school districts need your support!


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Who are the intermediates and why do they need an expansion of the lease levy authority?

The three intermediate school districts serve a highly specialized population of Level IV special education students who local districts do not have expertise to serve or who do not have a critical mass of students to develop their own program. These students require specially designed spaces that provide for a combination of educational services and mental health services. These types of spaces are not found in typically designed schools. The focus for space is for therapeutic needs as well as for the safety of both students and staff. Expansion of the lease levy authority would allow for cost efficient solutions when replacement of space is not necessary to meet the needs.

What revenues are available to intermediates for school facilities?

Currently the intermediates have access to the following revenues for their facilities:1. Lease levy of $65 per APU in each member district (this

authority is in addition to the $212 lease levy authority for the member district).

2. Capital dollars in the formula for the few students counted in the intermediates school districts. (For NE Metro 916, approximately $80,000 dollars was available.)

3. Health and safety levy is levied by the member districts and passed to the intermediates.

What does current statute allow the intermediates to use lease levy for?

MS 126C.40 Subd 1 (h) reads, “A school district that is a member of an intermediate school district may include in its authority under this section the costs associated with the lease of administrative and classroom space for intermediate school district programs. The authority must not exceed $65 times the adjusted pupil units of the member districts. This authority is in addition to any other authority authorized under this section.”

Is this request included in the report from the School Facilities Financing Working Group?

The intermediates request to expand the use of the lease levy authority is similar to Recommendation #4 in the Schools Facilities Financing Working Group report to expand the use of lease levy authority for typical K-12 districts.

What additional needs do the intermediates wish to use the lease levy for?

• school safety and security• remodeling of existing space• building additions for instructional purposes • long-term facilities maintenance

Are there any changes needed in the health and safety levy for the intermediates?

Recommendation #1 in the Schools Facilities Financing Working Group report would move health & safety revenue into a new program called long-term facilities maintenance for typical school districts. If health and safety levy is eliminated in this way, the intermediates would lose health and safety as a valuable revenue stream because the intermediates would not qualify for the new program dollars - long term facilities maintenance revenue. Thus, maintaining the health and safety levy for the intermediates is important. A requirement to use alternative facilities levy for projects over $500,000 should be eliminated, however, since the intermediates do not qualify for it.

Are there any other roadblocks legislative leaders should know about?

Like regular school districts, the intermediates need to meet requirements for fire safety codes. In one intermediate school building at Northeast Metro 916, the Fire Marshall is requiring that no work on the building can begin until the district installs a sprinkling system. The cost of that (including with the asbestos abatement) is over $1M. A health and safety project of that size is required to use alternative facilities revenue but the intermediates don’t qualify for alternative facilities revenue.

Can the intermediates borrow money for large building projects?

Yes, but not in the same manner as typical school districts. Intermediates don’t have authority to sell general obligation bonds which typically bring the best interest rates because they are backed by the full faith and credit of a local school district and also by the State of MN. Intermediates use certificates of participation (COP’s) which work like a bond in that you borrow money and pay back like a bond, but the interest rates are higher. Also, statute requires COP’s to be an annual appropriation by the school board creating more risk for the purchasers and that is why they demand a higher interest rate.

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EXPAND LEASE LEVY AUTHORITYFrequently Asked Questions

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Karner Blue Education Center

KBEC Staff Fall 2014

Update

Northeast Metro Intermediate School District 916 responds to the unique needs of students, educators and school districts with innovation, quality and trusted experience.

Mission

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KBEC 1st TWO MONTHS

BUILDING DESIGN REACTIONS • From Students, Staff, Parents, and District Reps

Positive feedback: flexibility of spaces and furniture, multiple break-out areas, great technology, quiet/soothing environment, safe and secure, natural and flexible lighting, multiple reports from parents that “kids can’t wait to get to school” and staff report “kids don’t want to leave at the end of the day”.

PROGRAM SUMMARY • Students: 90 enrolled, 10 pending • Staff: 76 total - includes EA’s, related services and 18 teachers

• Currently 3 teacher vacancies. Difficult to find staff this time of the year

FALL HIGHLIGHTS • Nature-Based Instruction/School Forest • Como Zoo Residency Program • Anti-Bullying projects

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Nature-Based Instruction/School Forest

MISSION STATEMENT • To encourage individual well-being and community relationships through an increased

connection to the natural world. Through academic structure, nature-based experiential learning, and collaboration with school and community professionals, students will develop a relationship with nature that fosters personal growth and academic engagement.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES • Daily exploration of school forest

• Observing seasonal changes • Learning about plant life cycles • School forest ecosystems: wetland, prairie, woodland

FUTURE ENDEAVORS • Site cleanup/trail enhancement (clear trails and improve access) • Invasive species removal (developing a plan) • Professional development trainings lead by DNR staff

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Below students experience a digging area focused on the exploration and sensory aspects of working with soil. It Incorporates tactile and whole body movement to create a calming and focused activity.

Students complete a lesson in a natural setting. Above they count tree rings to better understand the life cycle of a tree.

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Below the student is on a forest walk to supplement lessons that focus on the tree life cycle from seed to dead fall.

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Como Zoo Residency Program

A week of hands on, interdisciplinary, inquiry-based learning

• Curriculum focused on observation skills, reducing waste and the rainforest (plants & animals).

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Como Zoo Residency Program

Students had opportunities to:

• Tour the zoo & conservatory behind the scenes

• Create enrichment for spider monkeys & orangutans

• Compost their lunch & reduce waste every day

ALL-STAFF TRAINING • Bullying and the Safe and Supportive Schools Act facilitated by social work staff (10/8/14)

National Bullying Prevention Month (October) • Anti-bullying curriculum and activities

o Staff ordered orange t-shirts for Unity Day (10/22/14) and are encouraged to wear Orange every Wednesday

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Anti-Bullying Projects

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SPIRIT WEEK Monday – Pajama Day

Tuesday – Community Color Day

Wednesday – Minnesota Spirit Day

Thursday – Funky Hair or Hat Day

Friday – Karner Blue School Color Day

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Anti-Bullying Project/Spirit Week

COMMUNITY COLOR DAY

Anti-Bullying Project/Spirit Week

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KBEC Staff Presenters

Val Rae Boe……………………..Manager Tammy Bednar………………..Assistant Manager Naomi Lepore………………….Assistant Manager Jenn Bulmer…………………….Social Worker Heather Cronin-Ott………….Autism Specialist Linnea Dumke………………….Social Worker Jenni Foster……………………..Social Worker Kayna Plaisted………………….Teacher

Northeast Metro Intermediate School District 916 responds to the unique needs of students, educators and school districts with innovation, quality and trusted experience.

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2013-2014 Participation and Fiscal Analysis

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT # 12

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

Career and Technical Center Services Utilized - Districts

HC ADM Gifted Services YES NO

Air Force Jr. ROTC (SP)……….………………. 1 0.22 G/T Coordinator's Network Advisory

American Sign Language (SP)……………………………… 1 0.33

Animal Science………………………………… 6 1.23

Auto Dismantling……………………...………… 14 2.83 Grants and Research Office (GRO)Automotive Technology…………………………… 8 1.82 3-12 Literacy: Making Challenging Text Available to Struggling Students

Computer Hardware/Software Gam………………… 6 1.98 Becoming a Reflective Teacher in a Highly Engaged Classroom

Construction Occupations………………………… 0 0.00 Developing an Online Program for your District 5.1.14

Cosmetology I…………………………………… 13 2.03 EngrTEAMS: (STEM Partnership)

Cosmetology II………………………………… 0 0.00 GRO-O-GRAM Subscription

Dental Occupations……………………………… 5 1.32 Lost Boys: Strategies for Re-engaging Males in Learning and Life

Design/Interactive Media………………………… 5 1.17 Math/Science Teacher Partnership

Diesel Trucks and Engine Technology………..……… 5 1.49 Online Learning Leadership Network

Education and Human Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 0.69 Rigor in Action

Emergency Medical Technician…………………… 2 0.34 Using New English Lang Arts Standards to Build Content Rigor-Grades 6-12

Food Service…………………………...……… 4 0.99

Food Service Management………………………… 0 0.00 SPECIAL EDUCATIONHeating & Air Conditioning (CC)…………………… 0 0.00

Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice…………………… 5 1.50 Special Education ProgramsMaintenance/Environmental Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0.00 Number of Students Enrolled HC ADM

Mechanical Drafting (CAD) (CC)…………………… 0 0.00 Alternate Learning Program (CV)………………………………… 4 2.95

Medical Careers………………………………… 1 0.33 Alternate Learning Program (VCCS)……………………………… 1 0.12

Mentor Connection (SP)…………………………… 0 0.00 Assessment Center…………………………………………… 1 0.17

Motor Sports (SP)………………………………… 0 0.00 Auditory/Oral ………………...……………………………… 0 0.00

PAES……………………………...………… 8 2.22 Creative Alternative Program……………………………………… 7 5.01

Prosthetics (CC)……………………………...… 1 0.33 Elementary ALP @ Oneka……………………………………… 3 1.40

Visual Communications (CC)……………………… 0 0.00 John Glenn Elementary………………………………………… 0 0.00

Total 90 20.82 Otter Lake Elementary…………………………………………… 3 2.04

Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 1 0.02

Project Return………………………………………………… 2 0.47

CC: Century College SP: Satellite Program South Campus High School……………………………………… 7 6.00

Potential college credits completed CTC Coursework 189 Transition Program……………………………………………… 9 3.44

WELS North…………………………………………………. 3 2.23

Number of Students Enrolled HC ADM WELS South…………………………………………………… 0 0.00

Area Learning Centers……………………… 6 1.25 Total 41 23.85

Special Education Contracted Services FTE

Audiologist…………………………………………………… 0.15

Services Utilized - Districts Autism Specialist…………………………………………….. 0.00

Professional Development Services Yes No Braille Services…………………………………….………… 0.00

Coaching Network BVI Teacher…………………………………….…………… 0.10

Innovation Camp Captionist…………………………………………………… 0.00

Short Call substitute training Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant……………………………0.00

SMART Boards for Subs Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher…………………………………… 0.60

Staff Development Network NEMEN Due Process Secretary………………………………………… 0.24

EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.00

Health Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00

Curriculum and Instruction Services Interpreter…………………………………………………… 0.00

Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network Intervener…………………………………………………… 0.00

O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00

HC = Head count Oral Transliterator………………………………………………0.00

ADM = Average Daily Membership FTE = Full Time Equivalent

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Special Education Contracted Services FTE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Services Utilized - Districts

Occupational Therapist……………………… 0.00 YES NO

Physical/Health Disabilities Teacher…………… 0.20 ALC Management

Psychologist……………………………… 0.00 Community Ed Director

Physical Therapist………………………… 0.00 DMC Membership

School Nurse……………………………… 0.00 DMC Studies

Signing EA……………………………… 0.00 Document Imaging

Speech Teacher…………………………… 0.00 Graphic/Design Layout

Work Trainer……………………………… 0.00 Individual District Survey

TOTAL 1.29 FTE Legal Services

Special Education Training and Technical Assistance Programmer

Services Utilized - Districts Targeted Services

YES NO Transportation Center

Assistive Technology Library

Audiology

Behavior Analyst Services

CPI Workshops

Professional Crisis Management

STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT # 12

FY 2014 WADM ADM % of Total (ADM)

Special Education 30.03 23.85 5.73%

Career and Technical Education 27.09 20.82 7.45%

Area Learning Centers 1.63 1.25 0.18%

Valley Crossing Community School

MEMBER DISTRICT'S EXPENDITURES AND REVENUES SUMMARY*FY 2014 Membership Career & Technical Special Education Ed Services/Other Total

Tuition-Based Expenditures 189,837$ 1,410,859$ 1,600,696$

Non-tuition-based Expenditures 141,045$ 125,768$ 164,551$ 431,364$

Total Expenditures 141,045$ 189,837$ 1,536,627$ 164,551$ 2,032,060$

Cooperative Revenue 141,045$ 190,834$ 159,029$ 490,908$

Categorical Revenue 11,666$ 603,282$ 614,948$

Vocational Levy 2,105$ 2,105$

Lease/H&S Levies 153,451$ 153,451$

General Ed Aid 131,712$ 146,114$ 277,826$

Total Revenue 141,045$ 336,317$ 908,425$ 153,451$ 1,539,238$

* This does not represent audited data. General Ed Aid is equal to total aid per AMCPU less the FY13 school profile report for average member

district expenditures for district level and school level administration, student transportation, and capital expenditures.

Revenues do not include any federal sp ed or excess cost aids received by member district for Northeast Metro 916 students.

916 EDUCATION FOUNDATIONStudent of Month Scholarships

FY2014 Grants Received 60$ 3,250$

2540 County Road F East White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Tel 651-415-5500 Fax 651-415-5510 www.nemetro.k12.mn.us

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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DISTRICT #13





American Sign Language (SP)…………………………………… 0 0.00

Animal Science……………………………………… 2 0.42

Auto Dismantling……………………...…………… 4 0.93 Grants and Research Office (GRO)Automotive Technology…………………………… 1 0.09 3-12 Literacy: Making Challenging Text Available to Struggling Students

Computer Hardware/Software Gam…………………… 1 0.04 Becoming a Reflective Teacher in a Highly Engaged Classroom

Construction Occupations…………………………… 0 0.00 Developing an Online Program for your District 5.1.14

Cosmetology I……………………………………… 1 0.33 EngrTEAMS: (STEM Partnership)

Cosmetology II……………………………………… 0 0.00 GRO-O-GRAM Subscription

Dental Occupations………………………………… 0 0.00 Lost Boys: Strategies for Re-engaging Males in Learning and Life

Design/Interactive Media……………………………… 2 0.63 Math/Science Teacher Partnership

Diesel Trucks and Engine Technology………..………… 0 0.00 Online Learning Leadership Network

Education and Human Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0.41 Rigor in Action

Emergency Medical Technician………………………… 0 0.00 Using New English Lang Arts Standards to Build Content Rigor-Grades 6-12

Food Service…………………………...………… 6 1.50

Food Service Management………………………….. 0 0.00 SPECIAL EDUCATIONHeating & Air Conditioning (CC)………………………… 0 0.00

Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice……………………… 2 0.59 Special Education ProgramsMaintenance/Environmental Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0.00 Number of Students Enrolled HC ADM

Mechanical Drafting (CAD) (CC)……………………… 0 0.00 Alternate Learning Program (CV)……………………………… 6 2.38

Medical Careers…………………………………… 0 0.00 Alternate Learning Program (VCCS)…………………………… 1 0.70

Mentor Connection (SP)……………………………… 0 0.00 Assessment Center………………………………………… 3 0.42

Motor Sports (SP)…………………………………… 0 0.00 Auditory/Oral ………………...…………………………… 0 0.00

PAES……………………………...……………… 2 0.66 Creative Alternative Program…………………………………… 2 2.00

Prosthetics (CC)……………………………...…… 0 0.00 Elementary ALP @ Oneka…………………………………… 0 0.00

Visual Communications (CC)………………………… 0 0.00 John Glenn Elementary……………………………………… 3 2.33

Total 23 5.60 Otter Lake Elementary………………………………………… 4 2.77

Aris-Willows ………………………………………………. 0 0.00

Project Return……………………………………………… 3 0.51

CC: Century College SP: Satellite Program South Campus High School…………………………………… 8 6.75

Potential college credits completed CTC Coursework 13 Transition Program…………………………………………… 10 4.92

WELS North………………………………………………… 1 0.19

Number of Students Enrolled HC ADM WELS South……………………………………………… 2 0.46

Area Learning Centers…………………………… 314 56.3 Total 43 23.43


Audiologist…………………………………………………0.05

Services Utilized - Districts Autism Specialist……………………………………………1.02

Professional Development Services Yes No Braille Services…………………………………….……… 0.00

Coaching Network BVI Teacher…………………………………….………… 0.10

Innovation Camp Captionist………………………………………………… 0.00

Short Call substitute training Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant…………………………0.88

SMART Boards for Subs Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher…………………………………0.60

Staff Development Network NEMEN Due Process Secretary……………………………………… 0.01

EBD Teacher……………………………………………… 0.00

Health Specialist…………………………………………… 1.86

Curriculum and Instruction Services Interpreter………………………………………………… 0.88

Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network Intervener………………………………………………… 0.00

O&M Specialist………………………………………………0.00

HC = Head count Oral Transliterator……………………………………………0.00


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Occupational Therapist………………………… 1.00 YES NO

Physical/Health Disabilities Teacher……………… 0.43 ALC Management

Psychologist………………………………… 0.00 Community Ed Director

Physical Therapist……………………………… 0.41 DMC Membership

School Nurse………………………………… 1.01 DMC Studies

Signing EA…………………………………… 0.00 Document Imaging

Speech Teacher……………………………… 2.11 Graphic/Design Layout

Work Trainer………………………………… 0.00 Individual District Survey






Audiology


CPI Workshops


STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DISTRICT #13








Non-tuition-based Expenditures 73,317$ 852,068$ 108,781$ 1,034,166$




Vocational Levy 705$ 705$

Lease/H&S Levies 78,602$ 78,602$

General Ed Aid 47,615$ 186,667$ 234,282$

Total Revenue 73,317$ 139,716$ 1,226,938$ 78,602$ 1,518,573$





FY2014 Grants Received 180$ 500$


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SPRING LAKE PARK DISTRICT #16






Animal Science………………………………… 0 0.00











Food Service…………………………...……… 0 0.00







PAES……………………………...………… 0 0.00 Creative Alternative Program…………………………………… 4 3.58




Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 2 0.53

Project Return………………………………………………… 3 0.56



WELS North………………………………………………… 1 0.74

Number of Students Enrolled HC ADM WELS South………………………………………………… 2 2.00



Audiologist……………………………………………………0.05


Professional Development Services Yes No Braille Services…………………………………….…………0.00

Coaching Network BVI Teacher…………………………………….……………0.10

Innovation Camp Captionist……………………………………………………0.00


SMART Boards for Subs Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher……………………………………0.46

Staff Development Network NEMEN Due Process Secretary…………………………………………0.01

EBD Teacher…………………………………………………0.25

Health Specialist………………………………………………0.00

Curriculum and Instruction Services Interpreter……………………………………………………1.05


O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY SPRING LAKE PARK DISTRICT #16













Lease/H&S Levies 125,007$ 125,007$

General Ed Aid 18,188$ 140,875$ 159,063$

Total Revenue 122,964$ 184,936$ 984,633$ 125,007$ 1,417,540$







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MOUNDS VIEW DISTRICT #621






Animal Science………………………………… 4 1.09











Food Service…………………………...……… 0 0.00











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 1 0.34

Project Return………………………………………………… 0 0.00



WELS North………………………………………………… 2 0.95




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.12








EBD Teacher…………………………………………………0.00




O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY MOUNDS VIEW DISTRICT #621








Non-tuition-based Expenditures 232,021$ 340,608$ 261,431 834,060$

Total Expenditures 232,021$ 179,652$ 2,485,049$ 261,431 3,158,153$


Categorical Revenue 9,902$ 991,027$ 1,000,929$


Lease/H&S Levies 251,131$ 251,131$

General Ed Aid 147,088$ 235,756$ 382,844$

Total Revenue 232,021$ 477,173$ 1,491,288$ 251,131$ 2,451,613$







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NORTH ST. PAUL-MAPLEWOOD-OAKDALE DISTRICT #622






Animal Science………………………………… 14 3.30











Food Service…………………………...……… 3 0.76











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 13 2.25

Project Return………………………………………………… 9 1.59



WELS North…………………………………………………. 6 4.62




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.12








EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.00




O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.55



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY NORTH ST. PAUL-MAPLEWOOD-OAKDALE DISTRICT #622





Valley Crossing Community School 92.26 87.63 12.52%



Non-tuition-based Expenditures 237,032$ 1,266,001$ 381,503$ 1,884,536$



Categorical Revenue 14,320$ 1,364,349$ 1,378,669$


Lease/H&S Levies 330,201$ 330,201$

General Ed Aid 339,910$ 298,320$ 638,230$

Total Revenue 237,032$ 687,745$ 1,936,983$ 330,201$ 3,191,961$







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ROSEVILLE DISTRICT #623






Animal Science………………………………… 12 3.96











Food Service…………………………...……… 2 0.34











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 1 0.13

Project Return………………………………………………… 3 0.56



WELS North………………………………………………… 12 8.01




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.14








EBD Teacher…………………………………………………0.00



Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network Intervener……………………………………………………0.00

O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY ROSEVILLE DISTRICT #623













Lease/H&S Levies 219,376$ 219,376$

General Ed Aid 249,576$ 284,002$ 533,578$

Total Revenue 169,482$ 476,770$ 1,639,707$ 219,376$ 2,505,335$







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WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT #624






Animal Science………………………………… 4 1.07











Food Service…………………………...……… 1 0.33











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 3 0.61

Project Return………………………………………………… 1 0.26



WELS North…………………………………………………. 1 1.00




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.14








EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.28




O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.11



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT #624













Lease/H&S Levies 199,014$ 199,014$

General Ed Aid 201,415$ 294,068$ 495,483$

Total Revenue 175,982$ 453,053$ 1,582,863$ 199,014$ 2,410,912$







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FOREST LAKE #831






Animal Science………………………………… 1 0.33











Food Service…………………………...……… 0 0.00











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 2 0.27

Project Return………………………………………………… 0 0.00



WELS North………………………………………………… 0 0.00




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.05








EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.05




O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY FOREST LAKE #831







Tuition-Based Expenditures 18,051$ 589,628$ 607,679$

Non-tuition-based Expenditures 148,886$ 165,264$ 240$ 314,390$

Total Expenditures 148,886$ 18,051$ 754,892$ 240$ 922,069$



Vocational Levy -$ -$

Lease/H&S Levies -$ -$

General Ed Aid 12,270$ 62,974$ 75,244$

Total Revenue 148,886$ 212,848$ 521,508$ -$ 883,242$





FY2014 Grants Received -$ -$


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MAHTOMEDI DISTRICT #832






Animal Science………………………………… 3 0.66











Food Service…………………………...……… 0 0.00











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 2 0.26

Project Return………………………………………………… 0 0.00



WELS North………………………………………………… 4 3.27




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.00








EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.08




O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY MAHTOMEDI DISTRICT #832













Lease/H&S Levies 83,412$ 83,412$

General Ed Aid 84,582$ 103,451$ 188,033$

Total Revenue 72,586$ 200,054$ 671,352$ 83,412$ 1,027,404$







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SOUTH WASHINGTON COUNTY DISTRICT #833






Animal Science………………………………… 28 7.27











Food Service…………………………...……… 9 2.31





Mentor Connection (SP)…………………………… 24 6.62 Assessment Center……………………………………………… 3 0.36

Motor Sports (SP)………………………………… 0 0.00 Auditory/Oral ………………...………………………………… 5 2.46





Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 19 1.77

Project Return………………………………………………… 2 0.38



WELS North…………………………………………………. 1 0.51




Audiologist…………………………………………………… 0.24




Innovation Camp Captionist……………………………………………………. 0.00




EBD Teacher………………………………………………… 0.00



Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network Intervener………………………………………………………1.84

O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.10



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY SOUTH WASHINGTON COUNTY DISTRICT #833








Non-tuition-based Expenditures 388,647$ 361,670$ 426,156$ 1,176,473$


Cooperative Revenue 388,647$ 538,642$ 448,868$ 1,376,157$



Lease/H&S Levies 420,789$ 420,789$

General Ed Aid 505,040$ 321,138$ 826,178$

Total Revenue 388,647$ 1,123,735$ 2,165,879$ 420,789$ 4,099,050$







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STILLWATER DISTRICT #834






Animal Science………………………………… 7 1.99











Food Service…………………………...……… 0 0.00











Aris-Willows ……………………………………………….. 15 1.57

Project Return………………………………………………… 2 0.51



WELS North………………………………………………… 2 1.42




Audiologist……………………………………………………0.12








EBD Teacher…………………………………………………0.00



Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network Intervener……………………………………………………0.88

O&M Specialist……………………………………………… 0.00



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STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY STILLWATER DISTRICT #834













Lease/H&S Levies 217,822$ 217,822$

General Ed Aid 154,242$ 144,207$ 298,449$

Total Revenue 194,116$ 460,485$ 1,047,871$ 217,822$ 1,920,294$





FY2014 Grants Received 140$ -$


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MEMBER / NON-MEMBER CUMULATIVE REPORT


Career and Technical Center 916 Programs Member Non-Mem Services Utilized - Districts

HC HC HC Gifted Services Member Non-Mem

Air Force Jr. ROTC (SP)……….…………… 0 1 0 G/T Coordinator's Network Advisory 8 0

American Sign Language (SP)……………………… 0 5 0

Animal Science…………………………… 4 81 2

Auto Dismantling……………………...…… 13 64 8 Grants and Research Office (GRO)Automotive Technology……………………… 4 70 1 3-12 Literacy: Making Challenging Text Available to Struggling Students 1 6

Computer Hardware/Software Gam…………… 5 66 1 Becoming a Reflective Teacher in a Highly Engaged Classroom 1 7

Construction Occupations…………………… 4 29 4 Developing an Online Program for your District 5.1.14 3 12

Cosmetology I……………………………… 0 124 1 EngrTEAMS: (STEM Partnership) 2 1

Cosmetology II…………………………… 0 28 0 GRO-O-GRAM Subscription 12 108

Dental Occupations………………………… 0 33 0 Lost Boys: Strategies for Re-engaging Males in Learning and Life 5 17

Design/Interactive Media…………………… 5 42 2 Math/Science Teacher Partnership 3 12

Diesel Trucks and Engine Technology………..… 3 73 3 Online Learning Leadership Network 3 7

Education and Human Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 42 0 Rigor in Action 1 11

Emergency Medical Technician……………… 2 83 0 Using New English Lang Arts Standards to Build Content Rigor-Grades 6-12 2 20

Food Service…………………………...… 4 25 4

Food Service Management…………………… 1 2 0 SPECIAL EDUCATIONHeating & Air Conditioning (CC)……………… 0 1 0

Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice…………… 0 92 0 Special Education Programs Member Non-Mem

Maintenance/Environmental Service. . . . . . . . . . . . 9 9 0 Number of Students Enrolled HC HC

Mechanical Drafting (CAD) (CC)……………… 0 1 0 Alternate Learning Program (CV)………………………… 53 34

Medical Careers…………………………… 0 89 0 Alternate Learning Program (VCCS)……………………… 13 4

Mentor Connection (SP)…………………… 0 28 0 Assessment Center…………………………………… 15 2

Motor Sports (SP)………………………… 0 2 0 Auditory/Oral ………………...……………………… 21 0

PAES……………………………...…… 17 19 4 Creative Alternative Program…………………………… 68 11

Prosthetics (CC)…………………………… 0 1 0 Elementary ALP @ Oneka……………………………… 23 2

Visual Communications (CC)………………… 0 1 0 John Glenn Elementary………………………………… 18 3

Total 75 1011 30 Otter Lake Elementary………………………………… 25 4

Aris-Willows ………………………………………… 59 77

CC: Century College SP: Satellite Program Project Return………………………………………… 25 8

916 Programs Member Non-Mem South Campus High School……………………………… 68 15

Potential college credits completed CTC Coursework 26 2942 24 Transition Program…………………………………… 104 20

WELS North………………………………………… 33 10

Number of Students Enrolled Member Non-Mem WELS South………………………………………… 37 7

Area Learning Centers……………………………… HC HC 562 197

880 1119 Special Education Contracted Services MEMBER NON-MEM

Audiologist…………………………………………… 1.18 0.18

Services Utilized - Districts Autism Specialist……………………………………… 1.56 0.00

Professional Development Services Member Non-Mem Braille Services…………………………………….… 0.74 0.00

Coaching Network 7 0 BVI Teacher…………………………………….…… 5.30 0.61

Innovation Camp 3 32 Captionist…………………………………………… 1.29 0.00

Short Call substitute training 1 0 Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant…………………… 3.46 0.00

SMART Boards for Subs 8 4 Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher…………………………… 7.56 0.67

Staff Development Network NEMEN 9 0 Due Process Secretary………………………………… 0.49 0.01

EBD Teacher………………………………………… 0.66 0.00

Health Specialist……………………………………… 1.86 0.00

Curriculum and Instruction Services Interpreter…………………………………………… 10.33 0.06

Metro Area Curriculum Leaders Network 11 44 Intervener…………………………………………… 6.50 0.00

O&M Specialist………………………………………… 0.76 0.06

HC = Head count Oral Transliterator……………………………………… 0.49 0.00


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Special Education Contracted Services MEM FTE NON MEM FTE

Occupational Therapist……………………………… 1.78 0.00 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESPhysical/Health Disabilities Teacher…………………… 2.94 0.10 Member Non-Mem

Psychologist……………………………………… 0.45 0.00 ALC Management 1 0

Physical Therapist………………………………… 1.72 0.00 Community Ed Director 1 0

School Nurse……………………………………… 1.01 0.00 DMC Membership 5 0

Signing EA……………………………………… 0.94 0.00 DMC Studies 7 0

Speech Teacher……………………………… 3.88 0.02 Document Imaging 2 1

Work Trainer…………………………………. 0.87 0.00 Graphic/Design Layout 1 0

TOTAL 55.77 1.71 Individual District Survey 1 0

Special Education Training and Technical Assistance Legal Services 3 3

Programmer 0 1

Member Non-Mem Targeted Services 3 1

Assistive Technology Library 11 0 Transportation Center 10 0

Audiology 11 2

Behavior Analyst Services 2 1

CPI Workshops 5 27

Professional Crisis Management 0 1

STUDENT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY MEMBER / NON-MEMBER CUMULATIVE REPORTMember Member Non-Member Non-Member

FY 2014 WADM ADM WADM ADM

Special Education 411.87 331.22 107.56 85.30

Career and Technical Education 356.51 274.09 7.10 5.46

Area Learning Centers 561.30 473.99 290.15 226.02

Valley Crossing Community School 699.03 662.77 38.42 37.00


Tuition-Based Expenditures 2,313,722$ 19,699,121$ 22,012,843$

Non-tuition-based Expenditures 1,956,078$ 5,204,567$ 2,327,249$ 9,487,894$

Total Expenditures 1,956,078$ 2,313,722$ 24,903,688$ 2,327,249$ 31,500,737$

Cooperative Revenue 1,956,078$ 2,635,785$ 2,196,488$ 6,788,351$



Lease/H&S Levies 2,078,805$ 2,078,805$

General Ed Aid 1,891,638$ 2,217,572$ 4,109,210$

Total Revenue 1,956,078$ 4,752,832$ 14,177,447$ 2,078,805$ 22,965,162$





FY2014 Grants Received 1,560$ 29,000$


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916 STAFF MEMORANDUM November 5, 2014

2015 Proposed School Board Meeting Schedule

Tuesday, January 6, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. (Work Session, as needed basis) Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2015 – 4:00 p.m. (Work Session; due to Foundation annual golf tournament on Tuesday) OR Monday, June 29, 2015 – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. (Work Session, as needed basis) Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. (due to National Night to Unite) OR Tuesday, August 4, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. (Work Session, as needed basis) Tuesday, October 6, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 4, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. (due to Election Day) Tuesday, December 1, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. (Work Session as needed basis) BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The above proposed schedule of 2015 board meeting dates is presented for review and comment. We are presenting two options for the work session in June and the regular meeting in August that would leave only one Wednesday meeting in November. Four (4) additional work sessions have been included in the calendar. The work sessions would be on as needed basis and would be cancelled if we don’t need to meet. The final schedule will be scheduled for approval at the December meeting.

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MEMBER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD MEETING DATES

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1st Northeast Metro 916 Forest Lake South Washington Co.

2nd White Bear Lake Columbia Heights Spring Lake Park Mounds View Roseville

Mahtomedi Stillwater

3rd Centennial Columbia Heights Fridley

South Washington Co.

4th Columbia Heights Spring Lake Park Mounds View North St. Paul-Maplewood- Oakdale Roseville

Mahtomedi Stillwater

*Information gathered from district web sites.

10/30/14

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Minutes of NORTHEAST METROPOLITAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

DISTRICT NO. 916

10/07/14

The regular meeting of the Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate

School District 916 School Board was held on Tuesday, October

7, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School, 2540 County Road F

East, White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

The meeting was called to order by Chair Brunnette at 6:04 p.m.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER (1.0)

Members present: Lodico-12 (arrived at 6:22 p.m.), Palmer-13, Lindblad-14, Sager-621, Auge’-622, Edstrom-623, Newberg-624, Theisen-831, Brunnette-833, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Forsberg-16 and Schwartz-832. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent.

ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE (2.0)

On motion by Member Ptacek, seconded by Member Newberg, with all members present voting aye that the School Board adopt the agenda as amended (Agenda Items 4.0-Closed Session and 9.01-Consideration of Resolution Proposing the Immediate Discharge of a Continuing Contract Employee removed), limit discussion to the approved agenda, and accept the list of items proposed for consent adoption.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA (3.0)

Tuesday, October 21, 2014 – Program Visits to Capitol View

Center from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Friday, October 24, 2014 – Career & Tech Center Advisory

Committee Breakfast from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at Century College East Campus

Tuesday, October 28, 2014 – School Board Work Session at 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 – Regular School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m.

BOARD CALENDAR DATES (5.0)

None.

QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (6.0)

Principal Ann Peterson and four teachers from 916 Mahtomedi Academy, Eric Cameron, Erinn Guggenheimer, Karin Hogen, and Matt Nupen, gave the school board an update on the shift to digital learning at the ALCs last school year. They shared challenges of the old curriculum, and successes and things

PRESENTATION: DIGITAL LEARNING AT AREA LEARNING CENTERS

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learned with digital learning. Schoology and Google Apps serve as their management of learning systems.

(7.01)

Member Lodico arrived at this point in the meeting. Each year, Northeast Metro 916 pays for up to two board members to attend the national conference. Each district has an opportunity on a rotating basis. The board discussed the districts that are on the schedule as first choice (Mounds View (carryover from last year), Spring Lake Park, and Columbia Heights). In addition, the board discussed how to integrate the two new districts – Forest Lake and Fridley – into the rotation. Forest Lake will be eligible if needed for this rotation.

DISCUSSION: DELEGATE(S) TO NSBA ANNUAL CONFERENCE (7.02)

Board Chair Brunnette distributed a copy of the evaluation tool to board members and reminded them to use the tool to make some notes throughout the school year. This ensures that board members can provide thoughtful feedback to the superintendent on activities throughout the year.

SUPERINTENDENT EVALUATION REMINDER (7.03)

The following board policies were presented for review and comments. They will be on the November 5 board agenda for approval. Any changes should be submitted to Superintendent Hayes. 601 School District Curriculum & Instruction Goals (revised) 616 School District System Accountability (new)

FIRST READING OF BOARD POLICIES (7.04)

One delegate assembly resolution was submitted to MSBA relating to the expansion of the uses of the lease levy revenue. A second resolution relating to ALC funding was not submitted. There is consensus with the other two intermediates on the lease levy revenue resolution. The contact person on the resolution will be changed to Member Forsberg. A one-page document about Capitol View Center is being finalized to attach to the resolution. Board members were reminded to mention this resolution to their local delegate members. Member Ptacek entertained a motion to add this to the action agenda for consensus by the school board, but it failed for lack of a second.

MSBA DELEGATE ASSEMBLY (7.05)

On motion by Member Newberg, seconded by Member Sager, with all members present voting aye, that the consent items, accepted as part of the approval of the agenda, be approved consistent with the recommended actions presented by the administration.

APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA (8.0)

Regular School Board Meeting Minutes of September 2, 2014

APPROVAL OF MINUTES (8.01)

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$3,182,941.67 for check numbers 477622-477952 except for voids as presented; and wire transfer report for the period August 23, 2014, to September 26, 2014.

PAYMENT OF BILLS AND ACKNOWLEDG-MENT OF WIRE TRANSFER REPORT (8.02)

Resignation Patricia Kanke, Interpreter, effective 10/31/2014 Bridget Eubank, Education Assistant, effective 10/3/2014 Employment* Jeanna Beadles, Education Assistant I, $13.75/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 9/08/2014 Ashley Bratager, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 9/22/2014 Cassandra Cook, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 9/08/2014 Jennifer Egeland, School Social Worker, $45,160 MA, Step 2, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 9/22/2014 Kimberly Ganz, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 9/22/2014 Elizabeth Incremona Bancker, Licensed School Nurse, $52,685,BA, Step 10, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 9/22/2014 Lynda Johnson, Education Assistant II, $17.55/hr, 6.5 hrs/day, 183 days, effective 9/08/2014 Gerald Nathan, Teacher, $47,438, MA, Step 3, 1.0 FTE, 184 days, effective 9/08/2014 Brandi Schlough, School Health Specialist II, $22.09/hr, 8.0 hrs/day, 184 days, effective 9/22/2014 Staci Viner, Intervener, $20.59/hr. 7.0 hrs/day, 184 days, effective 9/8/2014 *(All new hire offers of employment are contingent upon background check; licensed staff hires are contingent upon receipt of official transcripts and licensure. Teacher salary placement is based on the 2014-15 schedule). Change of Employment Status Amy Lemme, Education Assistant I, from 13.5 hours per week to 21.5 hours per week, effective 8/25/2014 Kaila Dayton, from Signing EAI @ 6.5 hrs/day, $13.75 to Interpreter I @ 7 hrs/day, $19.05, effective 9/15/2014 Ashley Rand, Signing Education Assistant, from 10 hours per week to 12 hours per week, effective 9/8/2014 Patricia Quimby, Education Assistant II, from 6.5 hours per day to 7.5 hours per day, effective 9/15/2014 Transfer Gabrielle Miska, Education Assistant II, from ALP to Capitol View,

PERSONNEL (8.03)

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effective 08/27/14 Animal Science/FFA received $82.98 from Culvers of St.

Anthony Valley Crossing Community School received $25.00 from U.S.

Bank Foundation Employee Matching Gift Program, “Dollars for Doing Program”

Valley Crossing Community School received $60.00 from Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Valley Crossing Community School received $6,254.53 from Target Take Charge of Education

Auto Dismantling/Automotive Technology/Construction Occupations received 300 pairs of safety glasses and 12 boxes of corded ear plugs from 3M Product Safety Division

Assistive Technology Library received an “Easy Stand Evolve” and a Transfer’s Seat from Lois Swope

Auto Dismantling received a 2004 Dodge Intrepid from Robert and Mary Schuberg

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received $150 worth of appetizers for their annual open house from Big Bowl-Roseville

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received frozen custard for 100 people for their annual open house from Culvers-Little Canada

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received two (2) pans of lasagna for their annual open house from Mississippi Market

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received three (3) large pizzas for their annual open house from Taylor Roadside Pizza

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received three (3) large pizzas for their annual open house from Davanni’s-Roseville

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received three (3) large pizzas for their annual open house from Red Savoy Pizza-Vadnais Heights

Alternate Learning Program/Creative Alternatives Program/Project Return received orange drink for their annual open house from McDonald’s-White Bear Lake

DONATIONS (8.04)

From the Minnesota Department of Education, on behalf of

Northeast Metro 916, in the amount of $1,557.91 for a project titled “FY15 Title II, Part A-Teacher and Principal Training and Recruitment” for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

From the Minnesota Department of Education, on behalf of Valley Crossing Community School, in the amount of $9,570.13 for a project titled “FY15 Title II, Part A-Teacher

ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS (8.05)

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and Principal Training and Recruitment” and “FY 14 Carry-over funds” in the amount of $2,016.72 for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

From the Minnesota Department of Education, on behalf of Valley Crossing Community School, in the amount of $12,199.96 for a project titled “FY15 Title I, Part A-Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged” and “FY14 Carry-over Funds” in the amount of $161.63 for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

From MnSCU, on behalf of the Northeast Metro Perkins Consortium, in the amount of $82,000.93, for a project titled “FY15 Collaborative Carl Perkins IV Grant” for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

Approved the agreements between the districts named below and Northeast Metro 916 to provide special education and related staffing to students enrolled in the following school districts: Centennial ISD 12 Columbia Heights ISD 13 Fridley ISD 14 Spring Lake Park ISD 16 Mounds View ISD 621 North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale ISD 622 Roseville ISD 623 White Bear Lake ISD 624 Forest Lake ISD 831 Mahtomedi ISD 832 South Washington County ISD 833 Stillwater ISD 834 St. Francis #15 St. Anthony-New Brighton #282

AGREEMENTS TO PROVIDE SPECIAL EDUCATION AND RELATED STAFFING (8.06)

Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, reported that health insurance rates will be down 5% in year one and up to 4% for year two. On motion by Member Auge’, seconded by Member Lodico, with all members present voting aye that the School Board accept the two-year renewal proposal from HealthPartners to provide health insurance coverage for the calendar years 2015 and 2016 as follows:

ACCEPTANCE OF HEALTH INSURANCE PROPOSAL (9.02)

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2016 Plan Year: CAP

Monthly premium:| Single

Monthly premium: Family

$250 deductible $623.83 $1,662.82

$1,000 deductible $575.67 $1,534.43

VEBA - $2,500 deductible

$512.60 $1,366.33

2015 Plan Year Monthly premium:| Single

Monthly premium: Family

$250 deductible $599.84 $1,598.86

$1,000 deductible $553.53 $1,475.41

VEBA - $2,500 deductible

$492.89 $1,313.78

Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, reported that dental rates came in with no increase for the second year in a row. On motion by Member Lodico, seconded by Member Edstrom, with all members present voting aye that the School Board accept the proposal from HealthPartners to provide dental insurance coverage for the calendar year 2015 as follows:

Monthly Premium: Single

Monthly Premium: Family

HealthPartners dental plan

$59.87 $150.94

ACCEPTANCE OF DENTAL INSURANCE PROPOSAL (9.03)

This garage was not included in the original bid. With dollars remaining from the project, the detached garage will be completed by mid-November. This will allow exterior storage of snow removal and lawn equipment.

On motion by Member Palmer, seconded by Member Ptacek, with all members present voting aye that the School Board approve the bid from CMBR LLC to build a detached storage garage at Karner Blue Education Center at a total cost of $83,900.

APPROVAL OF BID: DETACHED STORAGE GARAGE AT KARNER BLUE (9.04)

Last spring the board recommended a study of a multi-phase remodel/rebuild project for CVC after the estimates to replace the building were higher than desired. The architectural firm LSE demonstrated expertise in both multi-phase staging, as well as understanding how to do so with our student population. Three other architectural firms were interviewed for the study.

APPROVAL OF ARCHITECT TO PERFORM CAPITOL VIEW CENTER STUDY (9.05)

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On motion by Member Newberg, seconded by member Lodico, with all members present voting aye that the School Board approve LSE Architects to perform the study of Capitol View Center to determine the feasibility of a phased, repurposing of the property. The cost of the study is $54,500 and should be completed by the early spring, 2015. Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, introduced Jason Kopp, information services supervisor. The current Storage Area Network (SAN) is at 83% capacity, has servers nearing the end of life, no functional disaster recovery site, and no ability to test patches prior to moving into use. Written quotes were received for the project and the above recommendation represents the low quotes for each portion. Costs for this project are included in the FY15 budget. On motion by Member Edstrom, seconded by Member Ptacek, with all members present voting aye that the School Board approve the following quotes to complete the SAN (Storage Area Network) project at a total cost of $118,052.67.

Quote# Device Recommended

Quote: #9856125 Servers HP: $48,508.12 Contract: MN - STATE OF MINNESOTA (WSCA/NASPO) (14279)

Quote #202260 Networking BROCADE: $5,679.73

Quote #199936 SAN NIMBLE: $57,864.82

SOW-NEMS-1002a Implementation Services

$6,000.00

Total $118,052.67

STORAGE AREA NETWORK (SAN) UPGRADE – TECHNOLOGY (9.06)

Member Edstrom reported that Roseville rolled out their iPad program—so far, so good. Their Lake Owasso school property continues to be politically charged. They will start working on a superintendent search. Member Newberg reported that White Bear Lake is starting its 1:1 roll-out of Chromebooks. They received a 14% increase in HealthPartners rates and will be looking at options. Senator Franken will be visiting their school district. Member Sager reported that Mounds View deployed Chromebooks into their classrooms. They had 75 students graduate with concurrent diplomas. Their enrollment has increased by 170 students, primarily in kindergarten and grades 6

BOARD FORUM (10.0)

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and 9. Last year’s World’s Best Work Force pilot program is being implemented this year. Member Lodico reported that Centennial is getting the word out about their levy. They have enough maturing bonds that with passage of the levy, they will still have a decrease in taxes. There are three incumbents and two candidates running for school board. Centennial is working on a lot of partnerships. Member Auge’ reported that North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale is starting their initial superintendent search, and she will be on the committee. The board reviewed some initial achievement numbers. They had their first flipped presentation. Enrollment is up across most program areas. Member Ptacek shared with board members a Stillwater progress report on Student Performance Measures. Member Palmer reported that Columbia Heights is going out for two levies and the city has a library on the ballot. The district has started holding some listening sessions. There are five people running for the school board. Member Theisen reported that enrollment is up at Forest Lake, particularly at the secondary level. The board set their school bond vote for May. The city will be voting on the YMCA in Forest Lake. The ice arena has taken off. Member Lindblad had no report from Fridley (due to laryngitis). Member Brunnette reported that facilities discussion is a big topic in South Washington County with two plans. They need 1,000 high school seats, 800 middle school seats, and 500 elementary seats. They are looking at $145-150 million for the ballot next year. Public meetings are starting on October 14. Superintendent Hayes reported on a new project (Academic-Return on Investment) six of our member districts are participating in with the District Management Council. They will have their first training on October 21. We will be hiring a specialist in research design and data analysis for the project. We have two districts that will be doing the special education study and one district that will be doing an individual study. There being no further business, Chair Brunnette adjourned the meeting at 8:19 p.m.

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Respectfully submitted, Karen Lodico Clerk LZ

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Adopted: 11/05/08____

Revised: 9/02/14____

601 SCHOOL DISTRICT CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION GOALS

I. PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to establish broad curriculum parameters for the school

district that encompass the Minnesota Graduation Standards and the federal No Child

Left Behind Act and are aligned with creating the world’s best workforce as appropriate

within the context of an intermediate district.

II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY

The policy of the school district is to establish the world’s best workforce” in which all

learning in the school district should be directed and for which all school district learners

should be held accountable within the scope of the educational setting or a student’s and

Individualized Education Program (IEP).

III. DEFINITIONS

A. “Academic standard” means a summary description of student learning in a

required content area or elective content area.

B. “Benchmark” means specific knowledge or skill that a student must master to

complete part of an academic standard by the end of the grade level or grade

band.

C. “Curriculum” means district or school adopted programs and written plans for

providing students with learning experiences that lead to expected knowledge,

skills, and career and college readiness as determined by the IEP.

D. “Instruction” means methods of providing learning experiences that enable

students to meet state and district academic standards and graduation

requirements.

E. “Performance measures” are measures to determine school district and school site

progress in striving to create the world’s best workforce and must include at least

the following:

1. student performance on the National Association of Education Progress;

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2. the size of the academic achievement gap by student subgroup;, when

appropriate,

3. student performance on the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments;,

when appropriate,

4. high school graduation rates; and progress toward graduation,

5. career and college readiness under Minn. Stat. § 120B.30, Subd. 1 as

determined by the IEP appropriate.

F. “World’s best workforce” means striving to: meet school readiness goals; have

all third grade students at Valley Crossing Community School achieve grade-level

literacy; close the academic achievement gap among all racial and ethnic groups

of students and between students living in poverty and students not living in

poverty; have all students attain career and college readiness before graduating

from high school; and have all students graduate from high school according to

their IEP.

IV. LONG-TERM STRATEGIC PLAN

A. The school board, at a public meeting, shall adopt a comprehensive, long-term

strategic plan to support and improve teaching and learning that is aligned with

creating the world’s best workforce and includes the following:

1. clearly defined school district and school site goals and benchmarks for

instruction and student achievement for all nine student categories

identified under the federal 2001 No Child Left Behind Act and two

student gender categories of male and female;

2. a process for assessing and evaluating each student’s progress toward

meeting state and local academic standards, IEP goals, and identifying the

strengths and weaknesses of instruction in pursuit of student and school

success and curriculum affecting students’ progress and growth toward

career and college readiness and leading to the world’s best workforce;

3. a system to periodically review and evaluate the effectiveness of all

instruction and curriculum, taking into account strategies and best

practices, student outcomes, principal evaluations under Minn. Stat. §

123B.147, Subd. 3, and teacher evaluations under Minn. Stat. § 122A.40,

Subd. 8, or 122A.41, Subd. 5;

4. strategies for improving instruction, curriculum, and student achievement;

5. education effectiveness practices that integrate high-quality instruction,

rigorous curriculum, technology, and a collaborative professional culture

that develops and supports teacher quality, performance, and

effectiveness; and;

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6. an annual budget for continuing to implement the school district plan.

B. The criteria for acceptable performance in basic skills areas enumerated below in

Items 1-5 may need to be modified for students with unique learning needs. These

modifications will be reflected in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Section 504

Accommodation Plan or the scope of the student enrollment. School district site and

school site goals shall include the following:

1. All students will be required to demonstrate essential skills to effectively

participate in lifelong learning.* These skills include the following:

a. reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing in the English language;

b. mathematical and scientific concepts;

c. locating, organizing, communicating, and evaluating information and

developing methods of inquiry (i.e. problem solving);

d. creative and critical thinking, decision making, and study skills;

e. work readiness and life skills;

f. global and cultural understanding.

2. Each student will have the opportunity and will be expected to develop and apply

essential knowledge that enables that student to:

a. live as a responsible, productive citizen and consumer within local, state,

national, and global political, social, and economic systems;

b. bring many perspectives, including historical, to contemporary issues;

c. develop an appreciation and respect for democratic institutions;

d. communicate and relate effectively in languages and with cultures other

than the student’s own;

e. practice stewardship of the land, natural resources, and environment;

f. use a variety of tools and technology to gather and use information,

enhance learning, solve problems, and increase human productivity.

3. Students will have the opportunity to develop creativity and self-expression

through visual and verbal images, music, literature, world languages, movement,

or the performing arts.

4. School practices and instruction will be directed toward developing within each

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student a positive self-image and a sense of personal responsibility for:

a. establishing and achieving personal and career goals;

b. adapting to change;

c. leading a healthy and fulfilling life, both physically and mentally;

d. living a life that will contribute to the well-being of society;

e. becoming a self-directed learner;

f. exercising ethical behavior.

5. Students will be given the opportunity to acquire human relations skills necessary

to:

a. appreciate, understand, and accept human diversity and interdependence;

b. address human problems through team effort;

c. resolve conflicts with and among others;

d. function constructively within a family unit;

e. promote a multicultural, gender-fair, disability-sensitive society.

Legal References: Minn. Stat. § 120B.018 (Definitions)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.02 (Educational Expectations for Minnesota Students)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.11 (School District Process)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.30, Subd. 1 (Statewide Testing and Reporting System)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.35, Subd. 3 (Student Academic Achievement and

Growth)

Minn. Stat. § 122A.40, Subd. 8 (Employment; Contracts; Termination)

Minn. Stat. § 122A.41, Subd. 5 (Teacher Tenure Act; Cities of the First

Class; Definitions)

Minn. Stat. § 123B.147, Subd. 3 (Principals)

20 U.S.C. § 5801, et seq. (National Education Goals 2000)

20 U.S.C. § 6301, et seq. (No Child Left Behind Act)

Cross References: Policy 104 (School District Mission Statement)

Policy 613 (Graduation Requirements)

Policy 614 (School District Testing Plan and Procedure)

Policy 615 (Basic Standards Testing, Accommodations, Modifications,

and Exemptions for IEP, Section 504 Accommodation, and LEP Students)

Policy 616 (School District System Accountability)

Policy 618 (Assessment of Student Achievement)

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Adopted:

Revised:

616 SCHOOL DISTRICT SYSTEM ACCOUNTABILITY

[Note: Minn. Stat. § 120B.11 requires school districts to adopt a comprehensive long-

term strategic plan that addresses the review of curriculum, instruction, student

achievement, and assessment. MSBA/MASA Model Policies 601, 603, and 616 address

these statutory requirements. In addition, MSBA/MASA Model Policies 613-615 and

617-620 provide procedures to further implement the requirements of Minn. Stat. §

120B.11.]

I. PURPOSE

Intermediate District 916 supports the importance of creating educational opportunities

for all Minnesota youth to enter the workforce as highly qualified individuals. We

recognize our role as an Intermediate District in assisting our member districts to achieve

their World’s Best Workforce strategic and system accountability plans.

II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY

Implementation of the Minnesota Academic Standards and No Child Left Behind Act

will require a new level of accountability for Minnesota independent school districts.

Intermediate District 916 will support its member school districts which establish a

system of transition to the graduation requirements of the Minnesota Academic

Standards.

III. DEFINITIONS

A. “Graduation Standards” means the credit requirements and Profile of Learning

content standards or Minnesota Academic Standards that school districts must

offer and certify that students complete to be eligible for a high school diploma.

B. “World’s best workforce” means striving to: meet school readiness goals; have

all third grade students achieve grade-level literacy; close the academic

achievement gap among all racial and ethnic groups of students and between

students living in poverty and students not living in poverty; have all students

attain career and college readiness before graduating from high school; and have

all students graduate from high school.

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Legal References: Minn. Stat. § 120B.02 (Educational Expectations for Minnesota’s

Students)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.018 (Definitions)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.11 (School District Process)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.128 (Educational Planning and Assessment System

(EPAS) Program)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.35 (Student Achievement Levels)

Minn. Stat. § 120B.36 (School Accountability; Appeals Process)

20 U.S.C. § 6301, et seq. (No Child Left Behind Act)

Cross References: Policy 104 (School District Mission Statement)

Policy 601 (School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals)

Policy 613 (Graduation Requirements)

Policy 615 (Testing Accommodations, Modifications, and Exemptions for

IEPs, Section 504 Plans, and LEP Students)

Policy 619 (Staff Development for Standards)

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