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Tracy Area Public Schools No. 2904
Board of Directors’ Regular Board Meeting Agenda
Monday, February 24, 2020
6:00 p.m., TAHS High Board Room
Roll Call: Bauer ___ Fultz ___ Siebenahler-Holland___ Benson ___ Swanson ___ Surprenant ___ Ludeman
___ Superintendent Anderson___ Secondary Principal Vondracek ___ Elementary Principal Munson ___
Community Education & Activities Director Tauer ___
Guests: ________________________________________________________________
Agenda
I. Call meeting to order by School Board Chair Benson Time ___________
II. Approval of previous meeting minutes. (January 27, 2020)
M ____________________________ S __________________________ Action ___________
III. Amend/Approve Agenda
M ____________________________ S __________________________ Action ___________
IV. Consideration of claims / account balances / treasurer reports / vendor payments. (Attached)
M ____________________________ S __________________________ Action ___________
V. Visitor reports / comments:
A. 2020-2021 Proposed Technology Plan Presentation by Craig Polkow.
VI. Administrative Reports
A. Community Education / Activities Director Tauer (Attached Report)
B. Secondary Principal Vondracek (Attached Report)
TAPS Board Policy 535: Service Animals in School
C. Elementary Principal Munson (Attached Report)
Chad Anderson Michael Munson Kathy Vondracek
Superintendent Elementary Principal Secondary Principal (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5518 (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5507 Fax (507) 629-5525 Fax (507) 629-5507 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Bill Tauer Pat Sommervold
AD / Comm. Ed. Director Finance Officer (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5507 (507) 212-5507 (fax) [email protected] [email protected]
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D. Superintendent Anderson
i. TAPS Board Meeting Date Change in April to Wednesday, April 22 or Monday,
April 27.
ii. Innovative Incentive Awards: (Attached Innovative Incentive Awards)
iii. Insurance has paid for light pole accident by Wissota-Refrigerated Trucking Inc.
through National Indemnity Co. for a total of $15,838.94
iv. Recognition of TAPS Board Members: Thank you for your service to TAPS! (Letter
to paper) (Picture)
v. Saturday, February 22, 2020 is Bus Driver Appreciation Day: Thank you to all our
dedicated bus drivers for all they do!
vi. TAHS Office Relocation Update: (Notification to Proceed with Project)
vii. State Wrestling: Superintendent Recommendation No School on Thursday, February
27.
viii. Nomination form for MSHSL Region 3A Board of Directors (Attached Nomination)
ix. Time line for (18-19) Capital Outlay Requests:
Monday, February 24 @ 6:00 p.m.: First reading of all Capital Outlay requests
at TAPS Board Meeting.
Monday, March 16 @ 6:00 p.m.: Second reading and final approval of all
Capital Outlay requests at TAPS Board Meeting.
E. School Board Member Reports
i. None at this time.
VII. Old Business
A. None
VIII. New Business
A. Recognize TAPS Enrollment:
Kind 42
1st grade 54
2nd grade 45
3rd grade 41
4th grade 43
5th grade 46
6th grade 30 (301)
7th grade 63
8th grade 54
9th grade 61
10th grade 76
11th grade 54
12th grade 69 (377)
(TK is 12).
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Total K-12 is 678. February 2019: 710, February, 2018: 700, February, 2017:
709. February, 2016: 735
B. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the Service Cooperative membership contracts for
2020-2021 as follows: ($466,791.77) (-17,656.69 less than 19-20 because less SLP, Visually
Impaired, Hard of Hearing, Occupational Therapy, & Physical Therapy Services) (Attached
Contract)
2019-2020 SWWC Contract Summary
Health & Safety Management $ 1,445.63
Technology Coordinator Services $ 88,428.00
Regional Management Info $ 14,448.20
E-Rate Coordination Service $ 2,350.00
Total SPED $377,776.63
Total $484,448.46
2020-2021 SWWC Contract Summary
Health & Safety Management $ 1,542
Technology Coordinator Services $ 92,856
Regional Management Info $ 14,594.60
E-Rate Coordination Service $ 2,350.00
Total SPED $355,449.17
Total $466,791.77
M_____________________S__________________________Action ____________________
C. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the 2019 spring coaching assignments (Attached
Spring Coaches)
M _______________________ S __________________________ Action _______________
D. Discussion/Resolution: Motion to approve Resolution Discontinuing and Reducing
Education Programs and Positions in the following Areas: AREAS LISTED ATTACHED
(Attached Resolution)
M ___________ S _____________Voting in Favor: ______________ Against: ____________
E. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the resignation of Mrs. Pamela Anderson as Dance
Team Head Coach. (Attached Resignation)
M ______________________ S ___________________________ Action _______________
F. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the partnership with Marshall Public Schools Area
Learning Center with Tracy Area Public Schools. (Attached Contractual Agreement)
M _______________________ S __________________________ Action ______________
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G. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the Abatement and Demolition Estimate for room 150
with Advanced Health, Safety, and Security for $9,510. (Attached Estimate)
M _________________________S _________________________ Action ______________
H. Discussion/Resolution: Motion to approve Resolution to support local decision-making
authority and opposes legislation that restricts the ability for locally elected school boards to
respond to the needs of their districts, students, and communities. (Attached Full Resolution)
M __________ S ____________ Voting in Favor: _____________ Against:_____________
I. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the Sabbatical leave for Mrs. Kristy Campbell for the
2020-2021 school year. During this time Mrs. Campbell will be working with TAPS
Counselors to fulfill her counselors license requirements. According to Article VII – Leaves
of Absences, Section 6 – D – Other leave policy. (Attached Language) (Attached Request)
M ________________________ S __________________________ Action ____________
J. Discussion/Action: Motion to approve the TAPS FY21 Achievement and Integration
Revenue Budget of $76,508.90. ($69,172.90 initial dollars for TK & $7,336 for Incentive
revenue for summer college courses).
M ________________________ S __________________________ Action _____________
K. Discussion/No Action: First Reading of the TAPS Proposed FY21 Capital Outlay. (Capital
Outlay Proposals will be provided at the meeting)
IX. Adjourn (Time: ____________)
M ________________________ S _____________________________ Action ____________
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Regular Board Meeting Minutes from Monday, January 27, 2020
I. Meeting called to order by School Board Vice Chairperson Jody Bauer at 6:00 p.m.
Guests include: (Tara Bandl with the Headlight Herald & TAPS Teachers Marie
Hanson, Jean DeSmith, and Sarah Persons)
Board Members Present: Jody Bauer, Ben Ludeman, Sheila Siebenahler-
Holland, Nicole Swanson & Matt Surprenant. Rod Benson and Jay Fultz were
absent.
Administration present: Superintendent Anderson, Secondary Principal
Vondracek, & Elementary Principal Munson. Activities Director Tauer was at
the GBB Game.
II. Motion by Ludeman, second by Surprenant to approve the agenda. (MC 5-0)
III. Motion by Bauer to call for nominations of TAPS Board Chairperson. Sheila Holland made a motion
to nominate Rod Benson. (No other nominations were made) Seconded by Nikki Swanson who
also made a motion that nominations cease and the board cast a unanimous vote for Rod Benson
as TAPS Board Chair. (MC 5-0)
IV. Motion by Jody Bauer to call for nominations as TAPS Vice-Chairperson. Ben Ludeman made the
motion for Jody Bauer as Vice Chair. (No other nominations were made) Seconded by Matt
Surprenant who also made a motion that all nominations cease and the board cast a unanimous
vote for Jody Bauer. (MC 4-0) Jody Bauer abstained from voting.
V. Motion by Jody Bauer to call for nominations of TAPS Clerk/Treasurer. Matt Surprenant made the
motion for Nicole Swanson for the office of school board clerk/treasurer. (No other nominations
were made). Seconded by Sheila Holland who also made a motion that all nominations cease
and the board cast a unanimous vote for Nicole Swanson. (MC 4-0) (Nicole Swanson abstained
from voting)
VI. Motion by Ludeman, second by Holland to continue with the following committees established for
the 2020 school year.
Community Education: Bauer, Benson, Holland.
Minnesota State High School League: Rod Benson & Sheila Holland.
Staff Development: Rod Benson, Ben Ludeman, Matt Surprenant.
TMB Joint Athletic: Rod Benson, Jody Bauer, Nikki Swanson.
District Wide Employee Relations: Rod Benson, Nikki Swanson, Matt
Surprenant.
Buildings/Grounds and Health/Safety: Rod Benson, Jay Fultz, Matt Surprenant.
Technology: Sheila Holland, Nikki Swanson, Jay Fultz.
MSBA Legislative Liaison: Matt Surprenant & Ben Ludeman.
Finance/Negotiations: Ben Ludeman, Jody Bauer, Matt Surprenant.
Transportation/Food Service: Rod Benson & Sheila Holland.
VII. Motion by Surprenant, second by Holland to approve the previous meeting minutes from
December 9, 2019. (MC 5-0)
VIII. Motion by Holland, second by Surprenant to approve the TAHS monthly report, Treasurer
Report, Revenues vs Disbursements Report, and the vendor payments which include check
numbers 16798 through 16973 and wire payments dated December 9, 2019 through January
27, 2020 for a grand total of $1,570,497.74. (MC 5-0).
IX. Visitor Reports/Comments:
A. None:
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X. Administrative Oral Reports
A. Activities/Community Education Director Tauer
Upcoming Events:
Com Ed Gas Metal Arc Welding Class starts – Jan 27, 6:00pm
One Act Play Performance to the student body – Jan 31, 8:05am
FFA Snow Banquet and Dance – Feb 1
Section One Act Play Contest at Redwood Valley – Feb 1, 10:30am
Coaches vs. Cancer Games: Boys Feb 3, Girls Feb 6
Dance Team Section Competition at Montevideo – Feb 8, 12:00pm
Com Ed Defensive Driving Refresher Course – Feb 10, 5:30pm
JH Speech Home Meet – Feb 11
Wrestling Team Sections start at High Seed – Feb 13
Red Out Night at BBB Game vs. RTR – Feb 14
Wrestling Section Final Four at Lamberton – Feb 15, 12:30pm
No School, President’s Day – Feb 17
Wrestling Individual Sections at Canby – Feb 21 & 22
Girls Basketball Sub-Section start at High Seed – Feb 22
National FFA Week begins – Feb 24
No School, Presidents’ Day – Feb 18
National FFA Week – Feb 19 thru Feb 23
B. Secondary Principal Vondracek submitted the following report:
1. Tracy Area Career Fair for grades 10-12 in the gym on February 19, 12:30 2:45 pm. Expose different careers and what schooling is required for those careers right here in Tracy and the immediate area.
2. JOHN BAYLOR – ON TO COLLEGE – ACT PREP a. January 24 junior core content teachers will begin the John Baylor
ACT Prep curriculum with English, Reading, Math and Science students. A full practice test will culminate the teaching sessions, followed with review on what they got incorrect on the practice test.
b. The actual ACT test is March 24. c. All Ramp Up groups grades 7-12 will view the Study Skills and
Test Taking Skills videos on January 24 and 31.
3. J. Jurgens presented staff development on Mental Health January 24 to all teachers.
4. I am attending the Principal’s Conference on Thursday, January 30 in Minneapolis.
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5. All MCA reading, math and science test accommodations and modifications have been submitted to the state.
6. Student Council’s “I Hate Winter Week” – February 3-7.
7. Quarter 2 midterm – February 19.
8. Mr. Benson’s Eighth grade will attend the SMSU Planetarium on February 4.
9. Upcoming Events:
1. John Baylor Practice ACT for juniors – February 28 (tentative) 2. Parent Teacher Conferences – February 24 and March 2
C. Elementary Principal Munson’s report:
Learning Lounge
We have received our new couches and ottomans for our Learning Lounge. This is
being placed where we have taken down a computer lab and is connected with our
STEM area that houses our robots and Lego kits. This area will be used for
cooperative learning projects, reading areas, and working with small groups.
Students will need to learn how to be productive in a laid back atmosphere (online
learning in college, working from home as adults). This will help them start to
understand this at a young age. Can they be productive in a relaxed atmosphere? We
have 2 sets of the furniture you see.
Coming Up: I love to read month!
D. Superintendent Anderson’s Report:
1. Superintendent Anderson reviewed the updated TAPS Board Contact List.
2. Anderson reviewed the Secured Office Relocation Bids opened on Thursday, January
23, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the TAHS Board room. The Bid Tabulation was distributed
and discussed. Five Bidders submitted bids. Below are the bidders and base bid
amount in order of lowest to highest.
Salonek:
Base Bid: $789,946
Alternate #1: $66,049
Alternate #2: $3,600 (Deduct)
Alternate #3: $17,913
Sussner Construction:
Base Bid: $845,000
Alternate #1: $81,200
Alternate #2: $4,100
Alternate #3: $10,200
Robert Carlstrom Co.:
Base Bid: $899,658
Alternate #1: $89,647
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Alternate #2: $3,438
Alternate #3: $10,45 (Deduct)
Bladholm Construction:
Base Bid: $944,000
Alternate #1: $98,400
Alternate #2: $3,600 (Deduct)
Alternate #3: $12,300
Wilcon Construction:
Base Bid: $1,020,090
Alternate #1: $94,735
Alternate #2: $3,425
Alternate #3: $13,000
3. Anderson discussed the Bid recommendation from MLA Inc. to approve the
contract with Salonek Construction of Springfield, MN for the base bid amount of
Seven Hundred Eighty-nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Six Dollars
($789,946.00)
4. First Tier Subcontractor Names are:
Advance Terrazzo: Minneapolis, MN
Bisbee Plumbing and Heating: Marshall, MN
H & H Electric: Springfield, MN
D & G Excavating, Marshall, MN
5. Anderson discussed the recommendations from TAPS board buildings and ground
committee members Jay Fultz and Rod Benson. Both Fultz and Benson supported
the base bid and project from Salonek at $789,946 and alternate #2 (in floor heat),
but did not support the Alternate #1 & #3 (Canopy and Metal flashing around
canopy pillars). Both felt it was a nice addition but the cost did not justify the
benefits received from a canopy. TAPS Board Member Matt Surprenant concurred
with the recommendations from Fultz and Benson but also added the canopy would
be beneficial for visitors entering the building during inclement weather. He said
he would support the base project and in floor heat. He would also support the
canopy if the board felt it was needed.
6. Funding the project was outlined by Anderson:
$500,000 will be paid for using the MDE Grant.
$150,000 will be paid for using LTFM dollars. (Approximately)
$150,000 will be paid for using Capital Operating Levy dollars. (Approximately)
7. Anderson explained that action item “F” is to approve the base bid for the project,
action item “G” is to approve alternate #1, action item “H” is for alternate #2, and
action item “I” is for alternate #3. If no one makes a motion for approval the
agenda item will die for lack of motions or if a motion and second is made further
discussion can be had and then vote would take place on each.
8. Virtual Learning Days: Wednesday, November 27 2019 and Friday, January 17,
2020.
9. The future of the TAPS school nurse position was discussed. Shannon Wolske’s
resignation was on the board agenda. Anderson informed the board that schools
with less than 1,000 students are not required to have a licensed school nurse with a
four-year degree. That position is on the teacher salary schedule. Anderson
recommended advertising for a licensed school nurse with a two-year degree, which
would be an hourly wage. This would still be a full time position (9 months).
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10. Anderson discussed the process of how Minnwest Bank assisted Superintendent
Anderson and business manager Sommervold in getting the funds returned to TAPS
that was attempted to be taken. Anderson thanked Minnwest for their support
throughout the process.
11. Anderson informed the TAPS Board that this week is para-professional week and
thanked them for all they do. TAPS has a wonderful, caring, and passionate group
of paras.
12. The timeline for capital outlay was discussed.
Friday, February 7 @ 4:00 p.m.: All Capital Outlay Requests are due to the
building administration.
Wednesday, February 12 @ 4:00 p.m..: Administration turn in your capital
request to Superintendent Anderson.
Friday, February 14 @ 9:00 a.m.: Administration meet to discuss all staff
requests.
Friday, February 21 @ 8:00 a.m.: TAPS Board Finance Committee will meet
with Superintendent Anderson to review requests.
Monday, March 16 @ 6:00 p.m.: First reading of all Capital Outlay requests at
TAPS Board Meeting.
Monday, April 20 @ 6:00 p.m.: Second reading and final approval of all Capital
Outlay requests at TAPS Board Meeting.
E. School Board Member Reports:
i. None
XI. Old Business:
A. None
XII. New Business
A. 2018-19 September enrollments were given by Superintendent Anderson (681). January
2019 was (711). January 2018 was (702), January 2017 was (732).
B. Member Holland introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION
TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCTIONS
IN PROGRAMS AND POSITIONS AND REASONS
THEREFORE.
* WHEREAS, the financial condition of the school district dictates that the school board must reduce expenditures
immediately, and
** WHEREAS, there has been a reduction in student enrollment, and,
WHEREAS, this (reduction in expenditure*) and (decrease in student enrollment**) must include discontinuance
of positions and discontinuance or curtailment of programs, and
WHEREAS, a determination must be made as to which teachers' contracts must be terminated and not renewed
and which teachers may be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits in effecting
discontinuance of positions,
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 2904, as follows:
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That the School Board hereby directs the Superintendent of Schools and administration to consider the
discontinuance of programs or positions (to effectuate economies in the school district and reduce expenditures*) and,
(as a result of a reduction in enrollment**), make recommendations to the school board for the discontinuance of
programs, curtailment of programs, discontinuance of positions or curtailment of positions.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member
Surprenant and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Swanson, Surprenant, Holland, Bauer, & Ludeman.
and the following voted against the same: None
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
C. Motion by Ludeman, second by Holland to approve the Second Semester Lane Change
Requests for: Stephanie Kor, Jodi Illg, Shannon Wolkse, Marie Hanson, Susan Meyer, Kristy
Campbell, & Sarah Person. (MC 5-0)
D. Motion by Surprenant, second by Swanson to approve the Achievement and Integration plan
for 2020-2023. (MC 5-0)
E. Motion by Holland, second by Ludeman to approve the resignation for Mrs. Shannon Wolske
(TAPS Nurse) for the 2020-2021 school year. (MC 5-0)
F. Motion by Surprenant, second by Holland to approve the “Secured Office Entry Remodel”
Base Bid from Salonek Construction Inc. of $789,946 with the recommendation from MLA,
Inc., attached. (MC 5-0)
G. No motion was made to approve the “Secured Office Entry Remodel” Alternate #1 Bid
(Canopy). The action item fails for lack of a motion.
H. Motion by Ludeman, second by Swanson to approve the “Secured Office Entry Remodel”
Alternate #2 Bid (In Floor Heat) from Salonek Construct Inc. for a $3,600 Deduct. (MC 5-0)
I. No motion was made to approve the “Secured Office Entry Remodel: Alternate #3 Bid
(Metal Flashing around pillars) from Salonek Construction Inc., for $17,913. The action
item fails for lack of a motion.
J. Motion by Swanson, second by Surprenant to recognize the generous donation from Bonnie
and Bud Weidauer and Ron and Marcia McDaniel of $7,500 for the touch screen display
system in the new office vestibule. Bonnie was a long time administrative assistant at
Balaton Schools. Part of the donation will go towards advertising the Tracy Area High
School Career Fair. (MC 5-0)
K. Motion by Swanson, second by Surprenant to adjourn the meeting at 6:48 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Chad Anderson
Superintendent Chad Anderson, Ed.D.
January 28, 2020
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MONTH ENDING:
January 2020
TYPE OF FUND YTD REVENUES BUDGET % YTD
DISBURSEMENTS BUDGET % BALANCE %
01* - GENERAL FUND 3,315,839 8,861,900 37.42% 4,914,001 9,497,205 51.74% -1,598,162 -14.32%
Includes Transp& Capital
(Comparison of Prior Year) 3,251,371 8,824,020 36.85% 4,678,928 9,125,965 51.27% -1,427,557 -14.42%
(Difference Between Years) 64,468 37,880 0.57% 235,073 371,240 0.47% -170,605 0.10%
02* - FOOD SERVICE 271,421 585,400 46.37% 293,920 596,560 49.27% -22,499 -2.90%
FUND
(Comparison of Prior Year) 276,118 589,200 46.86% 301,601 630,095 47.87% -25,483 -1.00%
(Difference Between Years) -4,697 -3,800 -0.50% -7,681 -33,535 1.40% 2,984 -1.90%
04* - COMMUNITY SERVICE 63,348 276,235 22.93% 118,594 240,250 49.36% -55,246 -26.43%
FUND
(Comparison of Prior Year) 66,685 267,870 24.89% 108,351 246,575 43.94% -41,666 -19.05%
(Difference Between Years) -3,337 8,365 -1.96% 10,243 -6,325 1.40% -13,580 -7.38%
07* - Debt Redemption 57,736 231,655 24.92% 229,715 229,715 100.00% -171,979 -75.08%
FUND
(Comparison of Prior Year) 58,996 231,970 25.43% 232,790 232,790 100.00% -173,794 -74.57%
(Difference Between Years) -1,260 -315 0 -3,075 -3,075 0.00% 1,815 -0.51%
08* - TRUST 16,986 30,320 56.02% 24,090 23,220 103.75% -7,104 -47.72%
FUND
(Comparison of Prior Year) 18,345 19,885 92.26% 13,631 34,200 39.86% 4,714 52.40%
(Difference Between Years) -1,359 10,435 -36.23% 10,459 -10,980 63.89% -11,818 -100.12%
2019-20 3,725,330 9,985,510 37.31% 5,580,320 10,586,950 52.71% -1,854,990 -15.40%
TOTALS
2018-19 3,671,515 9,932,945 36.96% 5,335,301 10,269,625 51.95% -1,663,786 -14.99%
(Difference Between Years) 53,815 52,565 0.34% 245,019 317,325 0.76% -191,204 -0.41%
TRACY AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS No. 2904
REVENUE vs. DISBURSEMENTS STATEMENT
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2904
TRACY, MN 56175
TREASURER'S REPORT to the School Board
January 2020
TYPE OF FUND MONTHLY STARTING BALANCE RECEIPTS DISBURSEMENTS MONTHLY ENDING BALANCE
GENERAL FUND
01* $2,340,284.07 $800,065.74 $838,898.48 $2,301,451.33
FOOD SERVICE FUND
02* $174,946.55 $55,074.88 $52,419.61 $177,601.82
COMMUNITY SERVICE FUND
04* $131,621.36 $17,565.51 $16,516.22 $132,670.65
DEPT REDEMPTION FUND
07* $258,414.10 $1,487.36 $217,357.50 $42,543.96
TRUST FUND
08* $344,848.42 $690.00 $21,112.47 $324,425.95
PETTY CASH FUND
01* $6,000.00 $10,899.25 $10,899.25 $6,000.00 $9,995.80 $4,772.45 $5,223.35 $0.00 $0.00
DISTRICT TOTALS
01* - 09* $3,256,114.50 $885,782.74 $1,157,203.53 $2,984,693.71
District Checking Account 32,156.21
Petty Cash Account 6,000.00
Liquid Asset Savings 2,946,537.50
District Total: 2,984,693.71
BALANCE PER/BANK OUTSTANDING MONTHS INTEREST DEPOSITS BALANCE PER
STATEMENT CHECKS ON CHECKING NOT SHOWN TREASURER'S BOOKS
$72,743.36 ($39,855.15) ($732.00) $32,156.21
Petty Cash Account
$8,101.26 ($2,616.50) ($4.76) $520.00 $6,000.00
Liquid Asset Savings Account .
$2,946,537.50 . $2,946,537.50
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Activities Director Bill Tauer:
School Report for February 24, 2020 Congrats to the TMB/WWG Wrestling Team on winning the Section 3A Team
Championship on Saturday, February 15th at Lamberton. A send off for the Wrestling Team
will be held on Wednesday, February 26th. Advance tickets are being sold in the Activities
Office February 24th and 25th. We will also send a fan bus if we get enough people to sign
up.
The Speech Season is in full swing. We hosted a Junior High Speech Competition on
Tuesday, February 11th. We had around 150 participants.
The Camden Conference and Red Rock Conference had a couple of meetings in the past
month to discuss possible conference consolidation or coordinating conference schedules in
the future. The Camden Conference currently has 12 schools and the Red Rock Conference
has 9 schools.
Region 3A will be holding an election for someone to serve on the MSHSL Board of
Directors from August 1, 2020 to July 31, 2024. The election will be held in March.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Parent/Teacher Conferences. Feb 24 & March 2
State Team and Individual Wrestling Tournament. Feb 27, 28, 29
Boys Basketball Sub-Section will start February 29 at High Seed, 7:00pm
o Seeding is Monday, February 24th
Point of Impact Class for parents of prospective drivers at HS Choir Room on March
2, 7:00pm
Portraits in Melody Concert at HS Gym. March 9, 7:30pm
Track and Softball practices begin. March 9
Spring Break, No School. March 12, 13
Large Group Music Contests at Cottonwood. March 16, 3:15pm
Baseball and Golf practices begin. March 16
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TRACY AREA HIGH SCHOOL BOARD REPORT – MRS. VONDRACEK
February 24, 2020
1. Tracy Area Career Fair for grades 10-12 in the gym on February 19, 12:30-2:45 pm. 23 tables.
Expose different careers and what schooling is required for those careers right here in Tracy and the
immediate area.
2. Quarter 2 midterm – February 19.
3. Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Components – Move This World
a. Why? Improve physical health, improve mental health, improve ability to regular
themselves, improve school wide culture, improve academic achievement, and decrease
discipline issues.
b. See attachment below.
c. Start each day with 5-7 minute video, end each day with a 4 minute video.
d. Planning to implement in 20-21 school year with all grades.
e. Benefits the students, staff, and parents (Move This World is adding D2L platform so parents
and students can access this at home, also.)
f. Measure success by:
i. decreasing absences from school due to anxiety/depression.
ii. decreasing discipline referrals schoolwide.
iii. decreasing number of failing grades school wide.
iv. increasing graduation rates.
v. decreasing the frequency of student visit to the nurse’s office due to anxiety and/or
depression.
4. Therapy Dog – Mrs. Janette Jurgens – Parent Letter – begin the school year 20-21. Benefits –
cognitive, social, emotional (relieving anxiety), physical, environmental, reading. (See letter at
bottom.)
5. Upcoming Events:
a. John Baylor Practice ACT for juniors – March 3 (tentative)
b. Parent Teacher Conferences – February 24 and March 2
c. Registration for 2 Mn West summer classes offered in Marshall for college credit:
Astronomy & Intro to Criminal Justice
d. Spanish Trip departs March 17, returns March 31 – 8 students participating
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are very excited to introduce you to a new member of our staff whom we will be welcoming to Tracy Area
Public Schools.
Mabel was born on December 14, 2019 to breeder Jana Moeding with Rosewood Kennels in Montevideo. She is
a standard size English Goldendoodle, who is in training to become a school dog and is set to become an integral
part of our school community. She is being trained to become a fully qualified Pet Therapy Dog. She will work
mainly in the high school with Licensed School Psychologist and her handler, Janette J. Jurgens. She will also
work in the elementary school on occasion.
Below we have set out the benefits of a school therapy dog, and tried to address concerns you may have.
What are the benefits of having a school dog?
Numerous research studies have shown the benefits of therapy dogs in schools. Therapy dogs have been working
in schools across the United States for many years.
Evidence indicates that benefits include:
o Cognitive – companionship with a dog stimulates memory, problem-solving, and game-playing.
o Social – a school dog provides a positive mutual topic for discussion, encourages responsibility,
wellbeing, and focused interaction with others.
o Emotional – a school dog improves self-esteem, acceptance from others, and lifts mood, often
provoking laughter and fun. Dogs can also teach compassion and respect for other living things
as well as relieving anxiety.
Chad Anderson Michael Munson Kathy Vondracek
Superintendent Elementary Principal Secondary Principal (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5518 (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5507 Fax (507) 629-5525 Fax (507) 629-5507 Fax [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Bill Tauer Pat Sommervold
AD / Comm. Ed. Director Finance Officer (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5500 (507) 629-5507 Fax (507) 212-5507 Fax [email protected] [email protected]
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o Physical – interaction with a furry friend reduces blood pressure, provides tactile stimulation,
assists with pain management, gives motivation to move, walk, and stimulate the senses.
o Environmental – a dog in a school increases the sense of a family environment, with all of the
above benefits continuing long after the school day is over.
o Reading – reading to dogs has been proven to help children develop literacy skills and build
confidence, through both the calming effect the dog’s presence has on children, as well as the
fact that a dog will listen to children read without being judgmental or critical. This comforting
environment helps to nurture children’s enthusiasm for reading and provides them with the
confidence to read aloud. Mabel will be trained to listen to children read.
Some concerns you might have:
My child is allergic to dogs.
It is understandable that some of you may be concerned about possible allergic reactions to a school dog.
However, Mabel is a hypoallergenic dog, who will be subjected to the most thorough cleanliness and
grooming regime. She will also only be allowed in situations with pupils who voluntarily wish to work
with her. If you do NOT want your child to have contact with Mabel because of allergies, please return
the attached form to the school office.
Will Mabel be properly cared for?
Mabel will be extremely well looked after. She will live with Ms. Jurgens and come to school up to three
days a week, but stay safely in the school psychologist’s office for most of the time. She will undergo
training so she will be extremely well-behaved. Mabel will be assessed by a Therapy Dog certifier.
Mabel will visit the vet regularly for all her vaccinations, as well as regular check-ups. If Mable is ill for
any reason, she will stay at home.
My child is scared of dogs.
Some children may have had upsetting experiences and thus have a fear of dogs (or another animal).
Mabel’s training will help her be calm and gentle around children. She is already showing signs of a very
loving and gentle nature. Experience and research have shown that, with proper guidance and handling,
children can learn to overcome their fear of animals and grow in respect and appreciation for them. If
you do NOT want Mabel around your children, because of their fears, please return the attached form to
the school office.
The Tracy Area Public School Board has approved a Service Dog/Therapy Dog policy for Tracy Area Public
Schools. If you would like to review a copy of this policy, please contact the district office.
We hope you will join us in welcoming Mabel to the Tracy Area Public School family and embrace all that she
has to offer. Mabel will be at school on a limited basis until she has completed her training and certification. If
you have any concerns regarding this, please email: [email protected]
Best wishes,
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Licensed School Psychologist
Return this form ONLY if you do NOT want your child to have any contact with Mabel, the Tracy Area
Public Schools Therapy Dog.
Return the form to the office in the high school or elementary or email it to: [email protected]
Student Name ____________________________________________
Grade ___________________
Homeroom/Social Studies Teacher ____________________________________
Please be sure that my child does not have any contact with the Tracy Area Public Schools Therapy Dog
because of (Check all that apply):
_________________allergies to dogs
_________________fear of dogs
_________________personal reasons
Parent signature _________________________________________
Phone number _____________________________
Date_______________________
Note: Please understand that at times Mabel will be walking in the halls and it may not be possible to totally
avoid being in the presence of your child. We will do our best to accommodate your request.
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Adopted: June 30, 2014 MSBA/MASA Model Policy 535
Orig. 2019
Revised:
535 SERVICE ANIMALS IN SCHOOLS
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish parameters for the use of service animals by students,
employees, and visitors within school buildings and on school grounds.
II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY
Individuals with disabilities shall be permitted to bring their service animals into school buildings or
on school grounds in accordance with, and subject to, this policy.
III. DEFINITIONS
A. Service Animal
A “service animal” is a dog (regardless of breed or size) or miniature horse that is
individually trained to perform “work or tasks” for the benefit of an individual with a
disability, including an individual with a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or mental
disability. Other species of animals, whether wild or domestic, trained or untrained, are not
service animals. Service animals are working animals that perform valuable functions; they
are not pets. The work or tasks performed by the service animal must be directly related to
the individual’s disability. An animal accompanying an individual for the sole purpose of
providing emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companionship is not a service animal.
B. Handler
A “handler” is an individual with a disability who uses a service animal. In the case of an
individual who is unable to care for and supervise the service animal for reasons such as age
or disability, “handler” means the person who cares for and supervises the animal on that
individual’s behalf. School district personnel are not responsible for the care, supervision, or
handling responsibilities of a service animal.
C. Work or Tasks
1. “Work or tasks” are those functions performed by a service animal.
2. Examples of “work or tasks” include, but are not limited to, assisting individuals who
are blind or have low vision with navigation and other tasks, alerting individuals who
are deaf or hard of hearing to the presence of people or sounds, providing non-violent
protection or rescue work, pulling a wheelchair, assisting an individual during a
seizure, alerting individuals to the presence of allergens, retrieving items such as
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medicine or the telephone, providing physical support and assistance with balance
and stability to individuals with mobility disabilities, and helping persons with
psychiatric and neurological disabilities by preventing or interrupting impulsive or
destructive behaviors.
3. The crime deterrent effects of an animal’s presence and the provision of emotional
support, well-being, comfort, or companionship are not “work or tasks” for the
purposes of this policy.
D. Trainer
A “trainer” is a person who is training a service animal and is affiliated with a recognized
training program for service animals.
IV. ACCESS TO PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES; PERMITTED INQUIRIES
A. In general, handlers (i.e., individuals with disabilities or trainers) are permitted to be
accompanied by their service animals in all areas of school district properties where members
of the public, students, and employees are allowed to go. A handler has the right to be
accompanied by a service animal whenever and to the same extent that the handler has the
right: (a) to be present on school district property or in school district facilities; (b) to attend
or participate in a school- sponsored event, activity, or program; or (c) to be transported in a
vehicle that is operated by or on behalf of the school district.
B. When an individual with a disability brings a service animal to a school district property,
school district employees shall not ask about the nature or extent of a person’s disability, but
may make the following two inquiries to determine whether the animal qualifies as a service
animal:
1. Is the service animal required because of a disability; and
2. What work or tasks is the service animal trained to perform.
C. School district employees shall not make these inquiries of an individual with a disability
bringing a service animal to school district property when it is readily apparent that an animal
is trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. However, school
district employees may inquire whether the individual with a disability has completed and
submitted the request form described in Part VI., below.
D. An individual with a disability may not be required to provide documentation such as proof
that the animal has been certified, trained, or licensed as a service animal.
V. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SERVICE ANIMALS
A. The service animal must be required for the individual with a disability.
B. The service animal must be individually trained to do work or tasks for the benefit of the
individual with a disability.
C. A service animal must have a harness, leash, or other tether, unless either the handler is
unable, because of a disability, to use a harness, leash, or other tether, or the use of a harness,
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leash, or other tether would interfere with the service animal’s safe, effective performance of
work or tasks, in which case, the service animal must be otherwise under the handler’s
control (e.g., voice control, signals, or other effective means).
D. The service animal must be housebroken.
E. The service animal must be under the control of its handler at all times. The handler is
responsible for the care and supervision of a service animal, including walking the service
animal, feeding the service animal, grooming the service animal, providing veterinary care to
the service animal, and responding to the service animal’s need to relieve itself, including the
proper disposal of the service animal’s waste.
F. The school district is not responsible for providing a staff member to walk the service animal
or to provide any other care or assistance to the animal.
G. In the case of a student who is unable to care for and/or supervise his or her service animal,
the student’s parent/guardian is responsible for arranging for such care and supervision. In
the case of an employee or other individual who is unable to care for and/or supervise his or
her service animal, the employee or other individual’s authorized representative is
responsible for arranging for a service animal’s care and supervision.
H. The service animal must be properly licensed and vaccinated in accordance with applicable
state laws and local ordinances.
VI. REQUESTING THE USE OF A SERVICE ANIMAL AT SCHOOL
A. Students with a disability seeking to be accompanied by a service animal are requested to
submit the Approval Request Form to the building principal of the school the student attends.
The principal will notify the superintendent or the administrator designated with
responsibility to address such requests. School district employees seeking to be accompanied
by a service animal are requested to submit the Approval Request Form to the superintendent
or the administrator designated with responsibility to address such requests.
B. Students or employees seeking to bring a service animal onto district premises are requested
to identify whether the need for the service animal is required because of a disability and to
describe the work or tasks that the service animal is trained to perform.
C. The owner of the service animal shall provide written evidence that the service animal has
received all vaccinations required by state law or local ordinance.
VII. REMOVAL OR EXCLUSION OF A SERVICE ANIMAL
A. A school official may require a handler to remove a service animal from school district
property, a school building, or a school-sponsored program or activity, if:
1. Any of the requirements described in Part V., above, are not met.
2. The service animal is out of control and/or the handler does not effectively control the
animal’s behavior;
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3. The presence of the service animal would fundamentally alter the nature of a service,
program or activity; or
4. The service animal behaves in a way that poses a direct threat to the health or safety
of others, has a history of such behavior, or otherwise poses a significant health or
safety risk to others that cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodations.
B. If the service animal is properly excluded, the school district shall give the individual with a
disability the opportunity to participate in the service, program, or activity without the
service animal, unless such individual has violated a law or school rule or regulation that
would warrant the removal of the individual.
VIII. ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS FOR MINIATURE HORSES
In assessing whether a miniature horse may be permitted in a school building or on school grounds
as a service animal, the following factors shall be considered:
A. The type, size, and weight of the miniature horse and whether the facility can accommodate
these features;
B. Whether the handler has sufficient control of the miniature horse;
C. Whether the miniature horse is housebroken; and
D. Whether the miniature horse’s presence in a specific building or on school grounds
compromises legitimate health and safety requirements.
IX. ALLERGIES; FEAR OF ANIMALS
If a student or employee notifies the school district that he or she is allergic to a service animal, the
school district will balance the rights of the individuals involved. In general, allergies that are not life
threatening are not a valid reason for prohibiting the presence of a service animal. Fear of animals is
generally not a valid reason for prohibiting the presence of a service animal.
X. NON-SERVICE ANIMALS FOR STUDENTS WITH INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION
PROGRAMS (IEPS) OR SECTION 504 PLANS
If a special education student or a student with a Section 504 plan seeks to bring an animal onto
school property that is not a service animal, the request shall be referred to the student’s IEP team or
Section 504 team, as appropriate, to determine whether the animal is necessary for the student to
receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) or, in the case of a Section 504 student, to
reasonably accommodate the student’s access to the school district’s programs and activities.
XI. NON-SERVICE ANIMAL AS AN ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYEES
If an employee seeks to bring an animal onto school property that is not a service animal, the request
shall be referred to the superintendent or the administrator designated to handle such requests. A
school district employee who is a qualified individual with a disability will be allowed to bring such
animal onto school property when it is determined that such use is required to enable the employee
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to perform the essential functions of his or her position or to enjoy the benefits of employment in a
manner comparable to those similarly situated non-disabled employees.
XII. LIABILITY
A. The owner of the service animal is responsible for any harm or injury to an individual and for
any property damage caused by the service animal while on school district property.
B. An individual who, directly or indirectly through statements or conduct, intentionally
misrepresents an animal in that person’s possession as a service animal may be subject to
criminal liability.
Legal References: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
28 C.F.R. § 35.104, 28 C.F.R. § 35.130(b)(7), and 28 C.F.R. § 35.136 (ADA
Regulations)
20 U.S.C. § 1400 et seq. (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
Minn. Stat. § 256C.02 (Public Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities)
Minn. Stat. § 363A.19 (Discrimination Against Blind, Deaf, or Other Persons with
Physical or Sensory Disabilities Prohibited)
Minn. Stat. § 609.226 (Harm Caused by Dog)
Minn. Stat. § 609.833 (Misrepresentation of Service Animal)
Cross References: MSBA/MASA Policy 402 (Disability Nondiscrimination Policy)
MSBA/MASA Policy 521 (Student Disability Nondiscrimination)
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Tracy Elementary Principal Report February 2020
Picture: TK students that met their “I Love to Read”, reading goals.
I Love to Read Month- February is “I love to Read Month”. This year’s Tracy Elementary theme is “Leap into Reading”. We had
our kickoff on Friday January 31st in our Elementary gym. The Student Council kicked off the event by
being “distracted” reading books, while everyone came in. They introduced all of the “Leaping” friends
TK-K Frogs (Mrs. Meyer), 1st grade Kangaroo (Mrs. Arnold), 2nd grade Grasshopper (Mr. Dean), 3rd grade
Rabbit (Mrs. Knapper), 4th grade Cricket (Miss Lehnertz), 5th grade Gazelle (Mr. Novosad), and 6th grade
Bharal (Mrs. Persons). After they were introduced and spoke about reading, the after school choir sang the
song “Leap into Reading” followed by the whole school.
Each grade level designed a board that their animal can leap to the finish line (when completing goals). We
ran it for 2 weeks this year and had the end celebration on February 14th (finished right before the 2pm early
out). At the celebration, we recognized each student (grade by grade) that met their reading goal. All
students made a Frog Treat to celebrate. A great job setting everything up by Mrs. Dahmes, Mrs. Benson,
Mrs. Christiansen, and the “I love to read” committee.
Reading is THE fundamental skill students learn in Elementary school. Students that struggle to read will
struggle in all of the other subjects, including math. For parents, it is a great bonding activity to listen to
your child read and/or read to your children. A good reading routine will help your child throughout their
school years. Please take this month to help your child develop good reading habits.
This Month- Finished Winter NWEA testing
Coming up- Parent Teacher Conferences
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Innovative Incentive Awards
1. Brian Michelson: Active Seating ($1,875.82) ($1,407 from Ship Grant + $468.82 from Innovative Incentive = $1,875.82 Total Awarded)
2. Katie Gervais: TAES LEGO Education WeDo, 2.0 Core Set. ($799) (Innovative Incentive Awarded $799)
3. Katie Gervais: TAHS, Integrating STEAM units into TAHS Curriculum. ($3,408.02)
($2,500 from Tracy Area Education Foundation + $908 from Innovative Incentive Grant = $3,408.02 Total Awarded)
4. Jodi Illg: TAES The Power of Play -- with Morning Tubs ($1,454) ($1,454 Total
Awarded from Innovative Incentive Grant)
5. Total Requests equal = $7,536.84 6. Total Dollars Available = $7,407.
$2,500 of the total is donated from the (Tracy Area Education Foundation).
$3,500 from Innovative Incentive Fund (Staff Development)
$1,407 from (Ship Grant)
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School Board Recognition Week set for February 17-21
The Minnesota School Boards Association has set February 17-21 as School Board Recognition Week in
Minnesota as a time to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of
education plays in our society. Tracy Area Public Schools is joining all public school districts across the
state to celebrate School Board Recognition Week to honor local board members for their commitment to
the Tracy Area and its children.
“It takes strong schools to build a strong community, and these men and women devote countless hours to
making sure our schools are helping every child learn at a higher level,” Chad Anderson said. “They make
the tough decisions every month and spend many hours studying education issues and regulations in order to
provide the kind of accountability our citizens expect.”
Anderson said the key work of school boards is to raise student achievement by:
Creating a vision for what the community wants the school district to be and for making
student achievement the top priority;
Establishing standards for what students will be expected to learn and be able to do;
Ensuring progress is measured to be sure the district’s goals are achieved and students are
learning at expected levels;
Being accountable for their decisions and actions by continually tracking and reporting
results;
Creating a safe, orderly climate where students can learn and teachers can teach;
Forming partnerships with others in the community to solve common problems; and
Focusing attention on the need for continuous improvement by questioning, refining and
revising issues related to student achievement.
“School board members give the Tracy Area citizens a voice in education decision making. Even though we
make a special effort to show our appreciation in February, their contribution is a year-round commitment.”
The members serving our district are as follows: Rod Benson (Chair), Jody Bauer (Vice Chair), Nicole
Swanson (Treasurer/Secretary), Ben Ludeman, Matt Surprenant, Sheila Siebenahler-Holland, and Jay Fultz.
Thank you to the dedicated and professional School Board Members at TAPS for your service to our
students, staff, and community! Together we can all make a difference in the lives of our Students!
Chad Anderson
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Date : Wednesday, February 19, 2020
To : Dr. Chad Anderson, Superintendent of Schools
From : Bill Tauer, Activities Director
Re : Spring Coaches 2020
TRACK AND FIELD:
Head Coach: Marie Hanson
Asst. Coach: Gale Otto
Asst. Coach: Heather Kamrud
Asst. Coach: Alex Greenway
Asst. Coach: Jean DeSmith
BASEBALL:
Head Coach: Bill Tauer
“B” Squad Coach: James Fultz
JH Coach: Billy Dean
JH Coach: Matt Knakmuhs
Volunteers: Rick Haberman, Andy Nelson, Dom Dolan,
Shane Erickson, Justin Daly, Kim Daniels, Anthony Rohlik
SOFTBALL:
Head Coach: Karl Campbell
“B” Squad Coach: Ryan Kruse
JH Coach: Ashley Freeburg
JH Coach: Derek Ashbaugh
Volunteers: Thad Lessman
GOLF:
Head Coach: Roger Benson
JH Coach: Brian Michelson
Volunteer: Sherman Yang
TRAP SHOOTING:
Head Coach: Amy Rubin
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Member ____________________________________ introduced the following resolution
and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION DISCONTINUING AND REDUCING
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND POSITIONS
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 2904 adopted a
resolution on February 24, 2020, directing the administration to make recommendations for
reductions in programs and positions, and
WHEREAS, said recommendations have been received and considered by the school board,
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 2904, as follows:
That the following programs and positions, or portions thereof, be discontinued:
1. Art Education Position_____________________________________________________
2. Elementary Education Position______________________________________________
3. Coaching Position_________________________________________________________
4. _Summer Custodial Position_________________________________________________
5. _Summer Technology days_________________________________________________
6. Full Time Nurse changed from 4 year degree (teacher Contract) to 2 year degree (hourly)_
7. FFA Summer Days___________________________________________________________
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member
_______________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the
following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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Member ________________________ introduced the following resolution
and moved its adoption:
Resolution to support local decision-making authority and opposes legislation that restricts the ability
for locally elected school boards to respond to the needs of their districts, students, and communities
WHEREAS, locally elective school boards are positioned best to represent their students, staff, parents and
community members and address local needs and challenges; and
WHEREAS, each school district faces unique needs which depend on a variety of factors including
demographics, geography and district size; and
WHEREAS, just like legislative leaders, locally elected school boards are held accountable through
Minnesota’s elections process; and
WHEREAS, school board policies at the local level are enacted only after a comprehensive, legal and open
process; and
WHEREAS, under Minnesota’s Open Meeting Law, school board business generally occurs in meetings
that are scheduled, publicized and accessible to members of the public; and
WHEREAS, preservation of local control in Minnesota has yielded statewide benefits, such as Minnesota
scoring higher on average than our national peers on the ACT college entrance exam in 2019; and
WHEREAS, one-sized-fits-all mandates stifle innovation and creativity and consume staff time and
resources; and
WHEREAS, more than 30 bills to restrict local decision-making were introduced in the 2019-20 biennium
this far; and
WHEREAS, excellence in student achievement for all Minnesota students guides the work of the school
board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT
DISTRICT #2904, TRACY AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS supports local decision-making authority and
opposes legislation that restricts the ability for locally elected school boards to respond to the needs of their
district, students and communities.
ADOPTED by the Tracy Area Public School Board this 24th day of 2020.
Passed on a vote of ______________ ayes; ________ nays
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SABBATICAL LEAVE LANGUAGE
A. A teacher employed for six (6) years may, upon application, be granted sabbatical leave for one (1) year for the purpose of professional growth. The teacher shall be considered in the employ of the School District and shall be provided with all the fringe benefits and one-half (1/2) the annual salary. A teacher on sabbatical leave shall accumulate sick leave, seniority, and increment progression on the salary schedule. Only two staff member may be placed on sabbatical leave at any one time. If two staff members are granted sabbatical leave they cannot be from the same department or grade level. A teacher who has been granted sabbatical leave shall be obligated to return to the service of the school district for a period of three (3) years following the leave. Any teacher who fails to return to the service of the school district may be obligated at the discretion of the School District to repay, in whole or in part, the sabbatical leave stipend.
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