Regular Open Meeting Brief – September 20, 2018
The entire meeting agenda can be viewed at: September 20, 2018 BOE Meeting
iReady Assessment Tool
The Board was provided an overview of the iReady assessment tool which is a computer generated, adaptive, individualized diagnostic assessment and instruction tool for math and reading. The adaptive diagnostic test is used to determine areas of student strength and need in key domains. Results drive instruction as teachers work towards satisfying each student’s needs through individualized lessons.
Suicide Prevention and Awareness Initiatives
The Grandview C-4 School District will be implementing a suicide awareness and prevention program beginning this year with high school students and next year with middle school and fifth-grade students, called Signs of Suicide (SOS). The SOS is a national school-based prevention program geared toward decreasing suicide and attempts, encouraging students to seek help, engaging parents and school staff, and developing community-based partnerships to support student mental health. Administering the SOS program will be a collaborative effort with district counselors and local mental health professionals.
Adoption of Tax Levy
The Board approved a tax levy rate of $4.8255 for the General and Teacher (Combined) Operating funds, and $0.80 for the Debt Service fund, for a total tax levy rate of $5.6255 for 2018. This represents an increase of $0.0161 over last year. A tax levy hearing was held prior to the regular open meeting.
Safety and Security Screenings
In order to maintain an ongoing safe and secure environment for all students and staff, the Board approved continuing the practice of conducting security screenings throughout the school year at the high school and middle schools.
Coffee with the Superintendent
The Superintendent with continue to meet with Grandview C-4 community members through his “Coffee with the Superintendent” program. Dates for Coffee with the Superintendent will be October 12, February 9, and June 7, locations to be determined.
Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
At a workshop on September 24, 2018, the Board was presented with an outline for the development of the next 5-year Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) which will occur during this school year. Board members provided input related to the process and goals which will be shared with CSIP committee focus area groups to aid in the development of the plan.