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Meeting Dates 21-22

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Board Work Session

Agenda

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom and In Person (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Samuel Fiapito and (Dennis) Bao Nguyen
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Setting of Work Sessions for 22-23

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

Director Larson called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Director Larson called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Larson

Director Morris

President Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

Director Bolerjack

C. Welcome Guests

Director Larson welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Carrie Marting

Dr. Millicent Borishade

2. Presentations

A. Setting of Work Sessions for 22-23

Dr. Herndon opened the discussion and provided a high-level review of current meetings.

Board Work Session items:

Work sessions are on the first meeting of the month only.
Review of Board Meeting schedule for 22-23
Strategic Plan
Reports to the Board spreadsheet
There would be a total of twelve (12) work sessions for the year
Integrating and aligning session topics within the strategic plan

Work Session Topics:

All required reports per policy
Social Emotional Learning
ELL
ARTS
Math
Science
CTE
Physical well-being - recess, P.E., etc.
Food Services
Dual Language
Highly Capable
Mental Health - Students
Profile of a graduate
Deeper review of CEE data
Community Based Organizations - update
Road Map Project

Reports should include the following:

What is happening in this area?
How are they being measured
Is this working or not?
Is adjustment needed?
What is the plan - curriculum, staffing, etc. in each of these areas to make them effective for students.
Include people who are doing the work to speak about it at the work session.
Some of the topics will be a continuation, not just a one-and-done.
Data sets (if applicable) and any deeper relevant information

Follow-up items:

Inventory of what topics we have
Need a prioritization process
Follow up on the tracking sheet on the work sessions - what was discussed, any follow-up, date of discussion, etc.

Dr. Herndon shared that he would incorporate the work sessions into the Strategic Plan DRAFT, then meet with the cabinet and principals for feedback and alignment. He will also connect with the Superintendent Student Advisory Committee for input. A draft of the working document will be sent out within the next two (2) weeks.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson adjourned the meeting at 5:35 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & In-Person (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Vacant
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Samuel Fiapito and (Dennis) Bao Nguyen
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Flag Salute

C. Roll Call

D. Welcome Guests

E. Welcome Message - Director Larson

F. Land Recognition - Director Larson

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the August 9, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Oath of Office

A. Oath of Office - Jr. Student Representative

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 28, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the July 9, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the July 9, 2022 Special Board Meeting

D. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Public Hearing

E. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Special Board Meeting

F. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

G. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

7. Board Discussion

A. 22-23 Budget Review

B. Board Calendar - 22-23

C. Taskforce and Committees

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Communication Plan

B. Board Policies No. 2161 and No. 3246 - First Read

C. Early Withdrawal Report – Policy 3123

D. AA Degrees

E. Quarterly Grants Update

F. Discipline Data

G. CEE Student, Parent & Staff Suvery - Data and Analysis

9. Presentations

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Donation - Kavage Family Trust

11. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

12. Executive Session

13. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

Director Larson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Flag Salute

Director Larson led the room in the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. Roll Call

Director Larson called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Larson

President Hoover

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

D. Welcome Guests

Director Larson welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Carrie Marting

Liliana Cardenas

Michael Croyle

Dr. Millicent Borishade

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Jeff Baker

Duane Meyer

Terra Dupont

Jonathan Joseph

Jennifer Jones

Silvia Dicus

Khanh Vy Le

Joe Camacho

Stephanie Chen

Sharon Shipman

Fasika TesTesfay

Austin Matautia

Maeve Willard

Perry Willard

Van Le

Gavin Parent

Khanh Le

E. Welcome Message - Director Larson

Director Larson shared the welcome agreements.

F. Land Recognition - Director Larson

Director Larson shared the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the August 9, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda for the August 9, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Oath of Office

A. Oath of Office - Jr. Student Representative

Dr. Herndon conducted the Oath of Office for Jr. Student Representative (Dennis) Bao Nguyen.

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

Director Larson called for Public Comments.

Maeve Willard - FHS Student - I am currently a rising junior. As a female LGBTQIA+ student and sexual assault survivor, the topic of sexual assault and sexual harassment greatly concerns me. I have been catcalled, followed, touched, and grabbed in our school's hallways. These occurrences have impeded on my learning ability and greatly impacted my mental health. Coming to school to learn and instead being threatened with violence is a great issue that has fallen onto Foster. The school doesn't feel safe anymore and it has become an unhealthy learning environment. I am here today asking for your help in changing this fact by establishing an official Title 9 task force. As it would make our school a safe place for students and staff. What that would look like is a diverse group of parents, teachers, and students who have experience with Title 9 or sexual harrassment, that know about the challenges student are facing, who actively address and remove said challenges while including prevent, as well as people who pass an application, receive and understand training before becoming an official member of the task force.

Fasika Tesfay - FHE Student - I am currently a rising junior. As a female student of color, the topic of sexual harassment and sexual assault greatly concerns me. The first time I heard about sexual assault was when students are telling their stories about sexual assault and harassment on the day of the protest that happened at Foster High School. As I got to hear many student stories of how they have been harassed, I started to get scared, scared that something will happen to me. From then o, I didn't feel safe at school. How could students focus on their education, when they are too busy worrying about their safety? So today I am asking you to form an official Title 09 task force by working with a diverse group of people, who have experience with Title 9 and who know about the challenges students are facing. Who would receive and understand training before becoming an official member of the task force. Making this happen will provide students with fair access to a safe learning environment.

Austin Matautia - FHS Student - I am currently a rising junior. As a member of the LGBTQ community and a victim of sexual assault, the topic of sexual assault and sexual harassment has a great impact on me. Title 0 should be enforced in our learning environment so scholars k nw that they can get their education in a safe environment. One out of 10 students experiences sexual harassment in school 56% of girls have been sexually harassed. 40% of boys have been sexually harassed. There are roughly 830 scholars at Foster and by these percentages, there are essentially many scholars who have been sexually harassed or sexually assaulted during school hours. Take into consideration that Title 9 could be our gateway into having more trust and accountability in our school. We scholars do not have that yet with Foster, so I hope that when you listen to us, you decide to help.

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. A Title 9 task force should be established. He met with PSESD to discuss our third year of work with them. We are looking at three areas:

Leadership Team - site-based and central office leaders - support in the strategic plan, race & equity tool implementation - will meet four (4) times a year.
Building Race and Equity Leads - work with the teams and the district team - will meet monthly.
Executive leadership - will meet monthly.

Preside Hoover requested a monthly Board update on update each month on all of these components. Dr. Herndon shared that there will be other people from the team sharing information for the report.

Dr. Herndon shared that we are looking to complete the hiring of the Race & Equity TOSA soon, hopefully before the school year starts.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. There are new updated guidelines from King County Department of Health. At first glance, the updated guidelines are similiar to the guidelines we recieved at the end of the school year. We will review to pick up any nuances. We will be communicating out the new protocols and COVID plan within the next week or two, and then again a week before school. It will be on our website, and sent to students and families in various languages.

Dr. Herndon shared that we will host a Vaccination Clinic on August 17th. The clinic will provide all immunizations required for school attendance as well as COVID vaccination and boosters. We also have a registration event scheduled in conjunction with the Vaccination Clinic. Director Bolerjack requested flyers for the Tukwila Food Pantry.

President Hoover noted that the new guidelines show required case notification for schools and after-school programs. What will be different this year considering the current transmission rates? In addition, the Board has requested a detailed plan that is incorporated to some degree in the communication plan. There is value in outlining the rules, specifically when there is a positive case of COVID, to ensure that we are meeting that requirement. Dr. Herndon shared that the health team will be reviewing and identifying the rules, etc. We have this scheduled for review for the August 23rd Board meeting.

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 28, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the July 9, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the July 9, 2022 Special Board Meeting

D. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Public Hearing

E. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Special Board Meeting

F. Approval of Minutes from the July 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

G. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

7. Board Discussion

A. 22-23 Budget Review

Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer provided a high-level review. We are fast approaching the deadline. We are currently in bargaining with the TEA which could impact the budget. Inflators are included in the draft budget at this time. This is standard as we are continuing to bargain, and this will prevent a budget extension. This budget is still a work in progress. In addition, the budget community forums will be held this week and next week. The budget will be updated with feedback received.

Jr. Student Representative Nguyen asked if there will be free lunches this year for all students. Ms. Birdsong shared that the school district will be providing free lunches for all students.

Director Larson asked what social and emotional positions are we funding with ESSER dollars? This is an opportunity for us to use the ESSER funding to pre-load those positions. There is a high need for more social-emotional supports at elementary schools.

Director Larson asked about the ending fund balance. Is the current estimate 6% or 4.4%? Ms. Birdsong shared that as of June, it looks like 4.4%. That could change by the end of July as we close out p.o.'s etc. The numbers will fluctuate and change.

Director Larson shared that the BERC group looked at our ARTS program and they had several recommendations. Where are we in the process of evaluating the recommendations from the report and how will it impact the budget? Ms. Birdsong shared the recommendation for year 1 is hiring a theater specialist, and year 2 is to implement the art teachers. This is a three-year plan. So we will implement the theater specialist, and after the first year, we will review the impact and sustainability.

Director Larson would like to see the 3-year plan regarding the ARTS recommendations.

Director Larson shared that the legislature passed a law last year called language access which will require our district to have a full-time language access person or record the number of hours doing language access tasks, by 2023. We have one year, as it starts the 23-24 school year. We need to figure out how we are going to do this within our existing funding.

Director Larson shared that he is getting nervous as there are a lot of items that need to be filled in, and by the end of August, we won't have enough time to review. In the future, we need to be in front of the curve.

B. Board Calendar - 22-23

The Board reviewed the 22-23 working calendar, which shows the dates, locations and times of the 22-23 Board meetings.

Add Board retreat place holder - October / November

Director Larson shared that we are still in the process of looking for a Board Director for District Area 3. If you are interested, and live within District Area 3 and are a registered voter, please consider applying for the position. If you know of someone who meets these requirements and may be interested, please share this information.

C. Taskforce and Committees

President Hoover shared that she has been doing some work with students and staff centered around gender-inclusive practices, a sense of belonging, inclusiveness, and safety at school. there is a need to have a deeper understanding and get recommendations from our community. She would like to start the discussion on forming a task force for several issues, including:

Title 9
Gender Inclusive
Stay in School
Enrollment
Data - enhancement and expansion of sources of data

In the review of the policy, a proposal will need to be drafted and presented to the Board of Directors for approval. Upon approval, the task force can be created to work on specific issues as stated in the proposal. Dr. Herndon shared that he would work with President Hoover on drafting a proposal to bring to the Board for review and approval. President Hoover shared that she would like to bring forth a proposal to look at both gender and Title 9 together.

Director Bolerjack shared that she would like to work with the enrollment task force.

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Communication Plan

Director Morris thanked Ms. Marting for the remarkable job in the short amount of time here.

Director Larson shared that he will send the language access bill to Ms. Marting for further clarification. The bill provides specific guidelines for districts. It would be great if we were ready for it.

President Hoover thanked Ms. Marting for the work she has done. She appreciated seeing the plan and the thoughtfulness that was put into the plan. Where are you at in identifying the communication leads? Ms. Marting shared that the Principals have candidates in mind, with the exception of Thorndyke, as this school currently does not have a principal. We should have the communication leads in place by the start of school.

Director Larson commented on the goal to increase enrollment and what the benchmark measure would be. Director Larson suggested that it could be something as simple as enrollment today and then look at it going forward.

B. Board Policies No. 2161 and No. 3246 - First Read

C. Early Withdrawal Report – Policy 3123

Director Bolerjack commented on how hard it is to know what is going on as we don't have a lot of information and not sure the numbers tell us the whole story.

Director Larson would like to know if a student transfers out of the district, is it because they moved?

President Hoover requested a more comprehensive report, but understand we don't have that information. So what is the plan? What is the strategy? Director Larson shared that it will probably be a multi-layered strategy, i.e. dual language, communication, CTE, etc.

Director Bolerjack commented that teachers have the information as to why students leave, and we need to access that information.

This would be an excellent issue for a taskforce. Expanding the data from beyond just the current data.

D. AA Degrees

E. Quarterly Grants Update

Director Larson commented that she appreciated the two new columns that were recently added to the grant report. Director Bolerjack asked if the annual grants are renewed. Ms. Birdsong replied that yes, they are renewed annually.

President Hoover commented that we need more social workers and counselors. In looking at the ESSER funding, and the two (2) TOSA positions, why are we funding these positions as part-time? Ms. Birdsong replied that this was part of a collective effort, we are funding for the now, and then will reassess, i.e. quarantine specialists, etc.

F. Discipline Data

Director Bolerjack asked why are we using "no recess" as a discipline piece. Dr. Herndon replied that we can have a conversation with principals.

President Hoover commented that there is a need for more expansive gender options selections besides male, female and other. No one wants to be considered "other". We need to get these options added to forms, tests, etc. and we need to work with the data companies and push for additional selections regarding gender.

G. CEE Student, Parent & Staff Survey - Data and Analysis

President Hoover asked what was the process for determining which components of the CEE data were most important and why/how did you choose which ones to present? It is a 730-page report and was condensed down to an eight-page report. Mr. Baker shared that the information given was determined on previous input and feedback from the Board, as well as information given in the previous year, and questions from the Board regarding the previous year's report. The Board requested that the full report is uploaded to google drive and shared among the Board Directors and Student Representatives.

CEE will be working with the principals and aligning it to the strategic plan work. The Board requested a report back from the buildings as to what was done with the data.

9. Presentations

There were no presentations.

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Donation - Kavage Family Trust

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve a donation - Davage Family Trust.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

11. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

Director Larson called for public comment.

George Willard - Parent - Expressed gratitude to this Board and District for putting the students' needs upfront.

12. Executive Session

There were no items for Executive Session.

13. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m.

July 12, 2022

Public Hearing

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Public Hearing (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoove
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Samuel Fiapito
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Public Hearing

A. 2023-2026 Budget

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the Public Hearing to order at 5:02 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Veronica Birdsong

Joe Camacho

Carrie Marting

Jennifer Jones

Jeff Baker

Stephanie Chen

2. Public Hearing

A. 2023-2026 Budget

Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer, reviewed the budget process. She shared that she will be holding more community forums, before August 23rd, to allow for additional community comments and input on the 22-23 budget. She also shared that she has met with several groups of summer school students in various grades for input on the budget. The students shared the following ideas and items:

free meals
math help
calm down room - quiet room
science help - more tangible materials for interactive learning
more sports equipment
school supplies
better lunch - information was given to students regarding how to participate with lunch feedback and suggestions.
1:1 individualized reading
more field trips
field trips to colleges
lunch outside
P.E. supplies and equipment

ESSER 2 is mainly for learning loss.. .and then the timeline of the government provides the funds. We can only do allowable expenses. All funds must be spent by 2024.

On Page 28 - correcttion under learning loss - ESSER II should be ESSER III learning loss - should be ESSER II

Public Comment:

Joe Camacho, Teacher - Foster High School - Is there a difference between how ESSER I, II and III funds can be used? I'm seeing that there are different dates of when the money is available and different deadlines for spending. Are there any other differencers between ESSER I, II and III? Just to clarify- On the draft proposal i'm seeing ESSER III broken into two different rows- ESSER III and ESSER III Learning Loss. Is a portion of the ESSER II allocated for learning loss or ESSER III?

Ms. Birdsong shared that ESSER 2 is specfically geared toward learning loss, so we can only spend those dollars for learning loss. Outside of that it was the timeline of when the government provides the funds. ESSER I and ESSER II difference on staffing issues, time and effort. We can only do allowable expenses. All funds must be spent by 2024.

On Page 28 - correction under learning loss - ESSER II should be listed instead of ESSER III.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the Public Hearing.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the Public Hearing at 5:30 p.m.

Special Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Special Board Meeting - Virtual via Zoom & In-Person (5:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Samuel Fiapito
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the Special Board Meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 5:35 p.m. for approximately 30 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 6:03 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the Special Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & In-Person (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Vacant
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Samuel Fiapito
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Flag Salute

C. Roll Call

D. Welcome Guests

E. Welcome Message - Director Larson

F. Land Recognition - Director Larson

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the July 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 28, 2022 Board Work Session

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and MORRIS)

6. Board Discussion

A. 22-23 Budget - Update and Discussion

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Accreditation Update

B. World Language Credit & Seal of Biliteracy Data

C. FHS Senior Report

D. Formative Assessment Data – Report & Analysis – RI & MI

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Extension of Superintendent Contract

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

11. Executive Session

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Flag Salute

President Hoover led the room in the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

D. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Pam Bila

Stephanie Chen

Joe Camacho

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Jeff Baker

Carrie Marting

Jennifer Jones

Bev Miller

Jonathan Joseph

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E. Welcome Message - Director Larson

Director Larson shared the Community Agreements.

F. Land Recognition - Director Larson

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the July 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

President Hoover made a motion to table Agenda Item 9.B - Approval of Extension of Superintendent Contract to a future meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Agenda of the July 12, 2022 Board Meeting as amended.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Hoover called for Public Comment.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. He is planning on meeting with PSESD in August to discuss the contract for 22-23. As we start to finalize our strategic plan SMART goals, we will begin to align them within the PSESD contract. As we get closer to the start of school, Dr. Herndon will begin reaching our to students regarding the Superintendent Advisory Council. The plan is to have the council meeting within a couple of months after school starts. Our new Chief Academic Officer starts next week. President Hoover asked what is the age range of students for the Superintendent Advisory Council? Dr. Herndon shared that it would include reprenstation of middle and high school students, between 8 and 10 students for the council. The biggest challenge will be the best time for all of us to meet due to their release times.

President Hoover commented that this is our last year under the current PSESD contract. Heading into this year, what are you thinking about, and what measurables and outcomes are you looking for to know if we want to continue our partnership with them? Dr. Herndon replied that part of that will be conversations with our Chief Academic Officer, as well as with the race and equity building teams and leads to see what they are really looking to get out of this particular year, and what support is needed moving forward. Dr. Herndon mentioned that PSESD have a couple of areas of focus which include increased student voice and hiring people of color. President Hoover asked what the approximate timeline is for this to take place? Dr. Herndon replied that he is meeting with PSESD in August, and hoping to meet with the teams and leads, within the first quarter. Director Larson would like to see a report from the Race and Equity team to see what they need, supports, etc.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. King County DOH updates their website every three days. In looking at the trends, it is showing a slow steady rise through out the spring, then plateaued. There doesn't seem to be a downside to this yet. The impacts on hospitalizations and deaths are lower than they were at the beginnning of this. More people are wearing masks, and people are staying home if they are not feeling well. We continue with our protocols, including tracking any positive cases, providing masks, test kits, etc. We also have our nursing staff available. At this time, we don't know if there will be any updates to guidelines to the opening of school from King County DOH. We should know more in August.

We have a COVID 19 vaccination clinic scheduled for July 26th. All ages are welcome and boosters will be offered. Thorndyke Elementary school will be the host site.

President Hoover asked when can the Board expect a COVID plan, along with communication for the beginning of the school year? Dr. Herndon shared that we can look and see what we have planned by the first meeting in August, and will have the framework in place for use when the information is finalized.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 28, 2022 Board Work Session

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and MORRIS)

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. 22-23 Budget - Update and Discussion

Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer reviewed the budget process for 22-23. She shared that she will be holding more community forums, before August 23rd, to allow for additional community comments and input on the 22-23 budget. The budget is scheduled for approval at the August 23rd Board meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to look at the draft budget and get additional input from the Board.

Director Larson asked what are we reducing in BEA to cover Special Education expenses? Ms. Birdsong shared that whatever the state doesn't fund, the district would need to supplement.

President Hoover asked if there was potential to add counselor/social workers at the elementary level? Ms. Birdsong shared that we are logisitcally trying to figure out how to provide space for additional staff, etc.

Director Bolerjack asked how do we evaluate the consultants that we bring in? iReady scores do not work on that. If iReady scores increase, then we need to continue to support that.

President Hoover asked if there was any tracking of district initiatives? Dr. Herndon shared that we do track those, however, it could be improved.

Ms. Birdsong will forward the dates of the Community Forums to the Board on Thursday, July 14th.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Accreditation Update

Director Larson commented that he did a little research and discovered that there is no state-level accreditation process. There is a regional process that the PSESD organizes, and is not a requirement. The last accreditation was in 2019. In looking back, and reading the report as to why we did not pass, there were several factors that attributed to that. It would be a good thing for the district to go through the accreditation process.

Director Larson asked if we should have a policy that our schools are accredited? The Board agreed. As there is no WSSDA policy, the Board requested a list of schools that are accredited. Director Bolerjack would like an additional conversation around this, as our work centers around students. The Board requested that this topic is added to a future agenda item under Board Discussion. Director Larson noted that according to Board Policy, the Board is supposed to see the final report when the district is going through this process. It is concerning that the Board did not receive the report from 2019.

Director Larson asked if the accreditation "process" is covered in the budget? Ms. Birdsong replied that yes, the budget does cover that cost.

B. World Language Credit & Seal of Biliteracy Data

Director Larson commented that in tracking back over the last few years, there was a lull in the number of students and the number of credits. Last year, they got 130 students 392 credits in this program, which was highest pre-COVID. Spanish is the number one language in credits, followed by Vietnamese, Somali, Dari, Samoan, Arabic, and French. Immigrant students have a challenging environment to adjust to, and this allows them to still earn credits. In addition, many families are multi-generational, and this helps them to still be able to speak to their grandparents in their home language. Great job to the staff and students this year!

C. FHS Senior Report

President Hoover highlighted that 99 of our students received college-bound scholarships, with $5.4 million in total awards. Congratulations to all of the staff and students on this amazing feat!

D. Formative Assessment Data – Report & Analysis – RI & MI

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Extension of Superintendent Contract

This item was tabled to a future meeting.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

11. Executive Session

There was no Executive Session.

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.

July 9, 2022

Special Saturday Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, July 9, 2022

Special Saturday Board Meeting via Zoom and In-Person (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Samuel Fiapito
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Race & Equity

A. Community Building

B. District Boundaries - Attendance Areas

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda of the July 9, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the meeting.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Race & Equity

A. Community Building

The Board and the Superintendent participated in two community-building activities in order to learn more about each other and discuss each of their core values.

B. District Boundaries - Attendance Areas

Dr. Herndon shared this is a process that follows the census, every two (2) years, school districts and legislative districts usually review their boundaries to make sure that they are balanced. There is a company that does this. Dr. Herndon has already spoken to Sammamish Data. Information needed was the present boundaries, looking at census data, and looking at Tukwila. Even though the district is contained within the city boundaries, not all of Tukwila is Tukwila school district. During this meeting, he provided information that Highline School District is redrawing its boundaries and they discovered that some of their boundaries are actually Tukwila's boundaries. He submitted a very reasonable proposal and has completed step 1 which is looking at our boundaries. The whole process takes approximately two (2) months.

There was also a discussion on adjusting the boundaries to allow for applicants for the open board director position. Dr. Herndon will inquire what that would entail, including if a public hearing is needed. If you know of someone who may be interested, please forward their name and address to Dr. Herndon.

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolejack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 10.55 a.m.

Special Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, July 9, 2022

Special Board Meeting via Zoom and In-Person (11:30 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Samuel Fiapito
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 11:30 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Aaron Draganov

Lorraine Wilson

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda of the July 9, 2022 Special Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 11:32 a.m.for approximately 45 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 12:09 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 12:10 p.m.

June 28, 2022

Board Work Session

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom and In-Person (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Samuel Fiapito
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Strategic Plan - Review

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Morris

President Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Carrie Marting

Dr. John Steach

Aaron Draganov

Ted Howard

Veronica Birdsong

2. Presentations

A. Strategic Plan - Review

Dr. John Steach reviewed the Draft Strategic Plan. This is a content draft. This is not what the final plan will look like, however, the real meat of the strategic plan is in the draft. There will be some massaging with specific language, formatting cleanup, and addition of graphic design. This session is to focus on the concept and content to affirm that this is what the Board of Directors and Administration sees as accurate for what we have been able to pull together from the focus groups of students, community, staff, etc.

The focus groups included Students & Recent Alumni, Staff, Parents/Families, and Community Partners/Youth Organizations/Government Partners

Dr. Steach commented on feedback received from focus groups

Diversity - consistent throughout the process from all focus groups.
Each group brought different areas to light
Feedback was complimentary among all groups

President Hoover asked how did we get this mission statement that is on this draft, which is different from our actual mission statement? Dr. Herndon shared that it looks as though we have two (2) different versions of the mission statement. The first draft is unedited and the draft in Board Docs is edited with cabinet comments. Board wants the original mission statement on the first document. Director Larson commented that the mission is what is listed on the current Strategic Direction.

President Hoover commented that it is disappointing that we didn't get any Showalter feedback, and the elementary school's feedback was just done last minute. Were you aware that Showalter wasn't done, and why isn't there a focus on getting that feedback and input? Dr. Steach shared that our focus was to make sure that student voice was included. We started with Foster High School. We had a very diverse student group and their input helped shape the strategic plan. Dr. Steach apologized for not getting additional student input. It was not intentionally overlooked. We did look at the ESS surveys as well, which include district-wide student input.

Director Bolerjack would like to know or have it show how many people said "this" or "that"? It seems like just a list was made. Dr. Steach shared that if an item was mentioned multiple times, it was included in this. If it was only said once, it wasn't listed. Director Bolerjack asked what does the positive statements mean? Dr. Steach replied that most of the stuff that is listed are opportunities that people talked about where they thought the district could improve upon. The others that were really strong positives were strengths. Director Bolerjack requested that we have an opportunity and strength column which highlights the feedback.

Director Bolerjack asked why the Key Elements cant be our pillars? President Hoover shared that she sees these as foundational items to make sure we are integrating them throughout the plan.

Director Larson asked where is the race and equity focus? Dr. Steach shared that there are two (2) ways to look at equity within a plan. One is to call it out overtly as an area of focus or two, have it infused into every area of our plan. With diversity as Tukwila's strength, we wanted to be more subtle in presentation with the assumption that equity will be driven into every component of this strategic plan.

Director Larson commented that there was no mention of the silos of work. Dr. Steach shared that the silos of work is mentioned in the culture and communication categories under key elements.

After additional discussion, the following changes were requested:

Update the mission statement to: Tukwila School District Mission is to create a learning community that supports and empowers students, staff, and families to reach their greatest potential.
Add collaboration as one of our weaknesses
SMART goals and/or action plan put into place
Under Equity with Empathy - include the word belonging
Under Excellence for all - remove the word behavior, add social and emotional
Under Equity with Empathy - Change the word leverage to incorporate or value
Add meaningful and relevant content
Opportunities and Strength columns added
Flip the four (4) categories - start with relationships on top, followed by engaged learners, followed by equity with empathy, and ending with excellence for all.
The graphic for the four (4) categories should be circular.

Next Steps:

Incorporate Board comment
Engage Showalter Middle School students for input and feedback
Board review draft that has been updated with comments from the Board and students

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

President Hoover adjourned the Work Session at 6:01 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- via Zoom and In-Person (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Open
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Samuel Fiapito
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Flag Salute

C. Roll Call

D. Welcome Guests

E. Welcome Message

F. Land Recognition - Director Bolerjack

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the June 28, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the June 11, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and BOLERJACK))

6. Board Discussion

A. Board Retreat - Planning

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - June 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - May 2022

D. Budget Presentation - 2022 - 2023

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment Protocol

11. Executive Session

12. Adjourn

Minutes

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Flag Salute

President Hoover led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

D. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Katherine Williams, NAACP Seattle Advocate

Jeff Baker

Ted Howard

Jennifer Jones

Veronica Birdsong

Stephanie Chen

Courtney Martinez

Ok Kyung Brusnighan

Carrie Marting

Kelly Garrett

Kimberly

Sharon Moon

Alexandra Auguste-Lewis

E. Welcome Message

Director Bolerjack shared the Community Agreements.

F. Land Recognition - Director Bolerjack

Director Bolerjack conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the June 28, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

President Hoover made a motion to amend the June 28, 2022 Agenda: Add Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda as amended.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items.

Board Vacancy- The opening for District 3 started in May. We are entering into our 60th day. He spoke with the Superintendent of PSESD and per the RCW if you have a board vacancy the school district has the opportunity to fill that vacancy within 90 days. If the vacancy is not filled within the 90-day period then PSESD will appoint a board director. Mr. Welch, PSESD shared that the appointment process does not happen very often. Dr. Herndon asked what is the process, and discovered that it isn't much different from our current process. There is no time limit for PSESD to fill anything. Dr. Herndon will follow up to see if there will be any consultation with the Board before appointing a person. PSESD will do the bulk of the advertising and we can update our website to reflect this change.
Redistricting - Dr. Herndon spoke to the vendor, and the process takes about two (2) months. Our timeline is to have any redistricting done before the November election 2022. President Hoover commented that perhaps this will, with the new boundaries, allow more eligible people for district 3 board director. Additionally, regarding school boundaries, Highline School District reached out and it was discovered that there some boundary lines might have been crossed, meaning that some of the students should be in the Tukwila school district.
Attended the AWSP/WASA conference. Biggest one in 15 years - Congratulations to Dr. Fremstad who graduated with her doctorate degree.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. We have two (2) vaccination clinics scheduled for July 6th and July 27th. Thorndyke Elementary will host the event. Booster shots will be available as well.

President Hoover asked what is the collaboration/alignment around COVID practices, for summer school? Dr. Herndon shared that our protocols are still the same. Preside Hoover requested an update on what the plan is and what has been established at the July 12th Board meeting.

C. Directors' Reports

Director Bolerjack reported missing graduation due to Covid but plans on being there next year. She reported that she has been helping with the summer sports program by bringing water and snacks. The property at Riverton park is being developed. The Governor was here last week to break ground on the cottage homes. There will be 18 cottage homes. The homes will be 3-4 bedrooms and approximately $300,000 buy in. This makes it very affordable for teachers, firefighters, or police to move and live in this area. Two of the homes are in Parkview, which is specifically a housing arrangement for people with special needs. Cascade View has a fireworks stand and they are starting to sell today. The City Council approved our tiny homes. The tiny homes will be built for people experiencing homelessness. There will be a couple of homes for families experiencing homelessness.

President Hoover reported on visiting all three elementary schools, learning walks and having several conversations. Visited Showalter, and participated in a listening session for genderqueer and LQBTQ kids. We need to be more intentional in creating spaces where young people can be more comfortable with where they are. We put on a pride event, which was fun and several people attended.

Director Morris thanked the staff for attending the staff appreciation event. She attended graduation and it was wonderful! She reported on visiting Thorndyke Elementary for the first day of summer school and ran into two (2) former students and it was wonderful to see them again.

Director Larson reported on attending the band concert. Mr. Maynor did a great job! He attended graduation and shared that this year, approximately $4.8M in scholarships were awarded to FHS students. Overall, the total amount of scholarships has actually decreased a little. He shared that there were 26 students who received the Seal of Biliteracy. This number has decreased as well. Hopefully, that will go back up as we continue with in-person school. He attended a book study, and some information gathered at that meeting was developing a graduate profile which is what a lot of districts are doing, not just requirements, but a student profile. As we think about the strategic plan and where we want to go, this would help in guiding us. Director Larson and President Hoover met with a Thorndyke social worker and discussed how we look at our social-emotional, along with reading, math, etc. as it all fits together. Director Larson reported on watching the movie "Hiding in Plain Sight". This movie highlights youth mental health issues, which is very relevant as we think about the health of our students.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the June 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the June 11, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and BOLERJACK))

Director Bolerjack made a motin tmotionrove the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Board Retreat Planning

Discussion ensued regarding the upcoming Board Retreat scheduled for August 13th and 14th. We will be working with Amy Cast, WSSDA, and Eileen Yoshina, PSESD, as well as doing some community building. Director Bolerjack noted that she would not be available on the aforementioned August dates. It was mentioned that it is important to have all Board Directors in attendance for the retreat. Director Larson would like to include focus and alignment, as well as structuring of meetings for efficiency. Ms. Kohr will send out a doodle poll to request availability.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - June 2022

Presidet Hoover thanked Ms. Chen for her work on this report. What is being done to retain and increase enrollment district-wide, not just pre-k? Dr. Herndon shared that we are looking at this, including trends is surrounding districts. We look at county wide enrollment, as well as what is relevant to TSD. Ms. Marting and I have been working on outreach strategies that will be available for Fall. President Hoover requested that the Board see some of the data points that are being collected. President Hoover asked as to what date would this information be presented to the Board? Dr. Herndon replied that he will be meeting with Ms. Marting tomorrow for presentation dates, etc.

Director Larson requested that information goes out to the community as to what is going on in the school, including CTE classes, music program, etc. and others that our unique to our district. Director Bolerjack commented that someone should come to the Tukwila Pantry with this information as there are new immigrants coming into our community weekly. We need to partner with our community churches.

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - May 2022

President Hoover commented on the contractors and consultants. How many consultants and contractors do we have working in our district and is there an estimate of how much of our budget funds that, outside of Special Education consultants? Ms. Birdsong replied that she would provide an itemized report along with the funding source. Director Bolerjack what consultants are we using because we couldn't hire someone, and what ones are we using due to the work being specialized and increases difficulty in hiring? Dr. Herndon replied that we can work on a report which will include a breakdown of people and services.

D. Budget Presentation 2022-2023

Directr Larson commented that on Page 10 - Creative Learning Labs - needs to be changed to ESSER. It is currently showing "tech levy".

Director Larson requestd a more detailed plan around the academic acceleration program & funding amount. Additonally, a more detailed plan is needed for social emotion learning as well as mental health supports and services, including funding. Dr. Herndon shared that we could include a couple of examples of the plan, funding, etc. President Hoover requested a breakdown of District, Foster, SMS, and each elemenary school be included in the plan.

Director Larson requested the final copy of the Arts Studey Report. Dr. Herndon will send the complete arts study to the Board this week.

Director Larson commented that we need to be concise with funding for BEA, Tech levy, etc.

President Hoover requested that we add a bullet, either under communication or race and equity, to increase translation servicers. This is separate from Community Liasionas who build relationships.

Director Morris asked why are we delaying our dual language program? Director Bolerjack shared that the state required us to have more community input than we were able to access due to various issues, i.e. language, COVID, etc. therefore the state wanted us to push out another year until more community input was recieved.

Director Larson shared that it was his understanding that we had the GATES Grant come in and do an evaluation of our district, and then make recommendations for improvements. It was noted in the report that Foster High School did not get academic accredidation. Although it is not a requirement that schools be accredidated, we should be. From a budget perspective, do we have enough funding to complete accrediation? Do we want to get accredited? When was the last year we were accredited?

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment Protocol

Alexandra Auguste-Lewis - NAACP - met with Dr. Herndon regarding concerns on the IEP budget and wanted to know the number of contract workers being hired for IEP. My concerns are that is the most vunerable population and I am trying to figure out why there are more contract workers being hired. My understanding is that somtimes they have unique skill sets, but this has been gouing on for years. The district could build capacity on those unique skill sets instead of subjecting students to high turnovers with staffing and non continum of services, because it takes some time for some of these students to build those relationships. More permanent hires, and more permanent hires of people of color needs to happen in this district. The Seattle NAACP has received concerns regarding educators intentionally remediating student efforts by setting low expectations. Many students and families of color have expressed that many white educators are not invested in them. They also feel that the district has repeatedly failed to hire more educators of color. The district has also failed to retain staff of color yet they maintain white educators that repeatedly fail to show academic improvement. The Seattle King County NAACP would like to know what will the Tukwilla School district do to address academic deficiencies, and hire more staff of color? The other concern that was presented to Seattle King County NAACP was towards the Sound discipline concept has encouraged students to miss educational hours to often students leave class and never return to class, certainly in HS and middle school setting.

Katherine Williams, NAACP, Seattle Advocate - I was confused when you were discussing accreditation. It was like you were talking about it as if it didn't mean anything. Accredidation determines whether my child graduates with a diploma thats real or not. Am I clear on that or am I confused? Can someone clarify that for me? Thank you.

Dr. Herndon will respond to Ms. Willians question before the August 9th Board Meeting.

11. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. for approximately 15 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 8:25 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.

June 14, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Vacant
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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Meeting via Zoom and In-Person
Tukwila School District #406
4640 S. 144th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Flag Salute

C. Roll Call

D. Welcome Guests

E. Welcome Message

F. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the June 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the May 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

6. Board Discussion

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Estimated Enrollment - Forecast for 2022-2023

B. Chronic Absenteeism - Update

C. Addressing Academic Acceleration - Secondary

D. Department Update - Athletics

E. Department Update - Transportation

F. McKinney-Vento Update

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Out of Endorsement / Out of Grade Span Teacher Plans

B. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

C. Approval of Out of State Travel - NCCEP Annual Gear Up Conference

D. Approval of Out of State Travel - NCCEP Youth Leadership Summit

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

11. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Flag Salute

President Hoover led the room in the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

D. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Jennifer Jones

Jeff Baker

Robin Allsopp

Aaron Draganov

Susie Kelly

Stephanie Chen

Carrrie Marting

Bev Miller

Courtney Martinez

Julie Herdt

Duane Meyer

James Blanton

Liliana Cardenas

Maryan Abdow

Angela Meyer

Gabriel Gutierrez

Joe Camacho

Jonathan Joseph

Kyla Crawford

Kathi Turner

Ted Howard

Hani Nur

Grace Saturnino

Liliu Aleaga

Carrine Woodfolk

Kelly Garrett

E. Welcome Message

President Hoover shared the Community Agreements.

F. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

President Hoover conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the June 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Morris made a motion to approve the agenda for the June 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the meeting.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We have two positions posted. One is Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) who will be working with staff directly in the classroom, i.e. helping with lesson plans, etc. The other position is a classified Race & Equity Specialist. Both positions will be funded through ESSER dollars.

We are getting additional feedback on the strategic planning process. Once the feedback is incorporated, the draft plan will be presented to the Board for first review at the June 28th meeting.

We have some continuing work to do on our SRO items. We had a meeting last week in which we received additional feedback. One of the processes the facilitators suggested was a learning lab (listening session) with staff, parents, and students. They do have a grant that would pay everyone for their participation. We discussed sending out another survey. The last survey sent on this issue was 2018. This would go out to parents, students, etc. There would be several meetings over the summer months, approximately 8 - 10 hours total. If participants are consistent, it could be up to $100, payable in gift cards.

We continue to look at some of the positions we have posted. We are looking at various resources, continue working with Human Resources and look at the screening teams. Director Bolerjack asked what does the applicant pool look like for these positions? Are we getting a lot of applicants? Dr. Herndon shared that it varies depending on the positions. President Hoover commented that it is great that we have the TOSA position, but it seems that the job description is too much for one person. It is not enough and the employee would be stretched thin. We need more supports, people, policy, etc.

President Hoover commented on the strategic plan process. It was noted that the elementary students were not included in the process. Why were the elementary students not included in the strategic plan and what is the plan to include those students? Dr. Herndon shared that we have gone to two classrooms to get feedback from elementary students last week. Dr. Herndon shared that for the strategic plan, an invite went to students. We probably should have included elementary students as well. President Hoover would like input from all elementary schools and have that included in the report the Board receives within two weeks.

President Hoover commented that this issue of all feedback came up in the SRO conversation with the question of "whose feedback are we really getting?" Is it widely reflected of all the different communities? The reality is that if we go to one school, there is no way that we can realistically say that the information received from one school can be represented at other schools within the district. With the SRO conversation, I'm glad we are going to do another push. It will help us get the input we need. Director Bolerjack asked if there would be interpreters for students? Dr. Herndon shared that we would work on getting interpreters.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. COVID cases continue to inch up. This is a gradual increase. We have about 7 or 8 staff out of office district-wide as well as some students. King County Department of Health released an update last week. There were no new mitigation processes. We will continue to monitor for any upcoming updates. We will host a vaccination clinic on July 7th for ages 5 and older. We think the 5 and under vaccinations will be approved within the next couple of weeks.

President Hoover commented that we need to be proactive in preparing for the 22-23 school year. We would like to see a reopening plan in July and review again in August.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the May 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

There were no items for Board Discussion.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Estimated Enrollment - Forecast for 2022-2023

B. Chronic Absenteeism - Update

Director Larson commented that in the presentation, there are all sorts of ideas for help with absenteeism. Will these all be put in a plan for the Board to review? Dr. Herndon replied yes, they will be included.

President Hoover commented regarding the questions on page 5 of the presentation. How do you respond to what our district is doing to address those questions? Dr. Herndon replied that we are working on different strategies for each building. Attendance issues are discussed at the building level first, with the CARE team, MTSS, etc.

President Hoover asked have we communicated our expectations about attendance and opened a dialogue between students and families with the school and district office? Dr. Herndon shared that he believes there is a communication out about it, but is coordinated between the schools and parents. It isn't consistent. President Hoover would like to see that this is done on a consistent basis.

President Hoover asked if there was a system-level District plan? Where are we at with formalizing this plan? Dr. Herndon shared that we are looking at. We are trying to outline it with our strategic plan and then add additional supports. We are currently targeting the end of August.

C. Addressing Academic Acceleration - Secondary

Director Larson shared that his understanding of the current Math program, specifically algebra and pre-algebra, has inequitable access to students. For the past year, we have been grouping the students into one class. Do we have any data that includes student outcome? Mr. Howard shared that we looked back at data for the last seven (7) years. Based on the reviewed data, we saw two conflicting pieces of information: English language playing a major role and students struggling to get support. Since then, Mr. Blanton has come on board and we have done a couple of things to analyze that data. Looking forward to next year, we will be implementing the following:

Hiring an ELL Certificated Math Teacher - will be working with students individually.
Hiring an additional Math Teacher - Student / Teacher ratio will drop to 13 per class.
Special Education students in the remedial course and place them in classes in line with their "current" math level.
Co-planning with the Algebra I teachers.

Data will be shared with the Board throughout the 22-23 school year.

D. Department Update - Athletics

Director Larson asked how much revenue is the district receiving from the rental and usage of the new athletic facilities? After the cost of maintenance of the facility, are we receiving enough revenue that could go towards other items? Ms. Birdsong replied that the overall goal at this time is to break even, however, we are working on completing a revamp of our facilities fees.

President Hoover shared the recognition of the intermural sports programs starting next year. Very excited to see that this will be happening at all of the elementary schools next year.

E. Department Update - Transportation

Director Larson shared that state funding is supposed to make up any subsidy that we have from the COVID impact for 20-21 and 21-22. With that funding, it should get us back to the level that it was in 19-20 before COVID. Ms. Birdsong shared that this specific funding has not yet been received.

F. McKinney-Vento Update

Director Larson thanked Julie Herdt and Maryan Abdow, Quality Engagement Specialists, for their very informative presentation. He complimented them on their collaboration with all the partners and referral services groups.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Out of Endorsement / Out of Grade Span Teacher Plans

Director Larson made a motion to approve Out of Endorsement / Out of Grade Span Teacher Plans.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of Out of State Travel - NCCEP Annual Gear Up Conference

Director Larson made a motion to approve Out of State Travel - NCCEP Annual Gear Up Conference.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

D. Approval of Out of State Travel - NCCEP Youth Leadership Summit

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Out of State Travel - NCCEP Youth Leadership Summit.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Bolerjack asked if there would be adult supervision and do the students each get their own room? Dr. Herndon replied that there will be adult supervision. He will double-check on the students in individual rooms and will follow up with the board.

Director Larson would like to hear back from the students regarding what they learned, etc.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

11. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 7:36 p.m. for approximately 60 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

At 8:45 p.m. President Hoover announced the extension of the Executive Session for an additional 30 minutes and will return at 9:15 p.m.

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 9:23 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolejack made a motion to adjourn the regular Board meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 9:25 p.m.

June 11, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, June 11, 2022

Special Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Meeting Begins: 9:00 a.m.
Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Vacant
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Executive Session

A. Executive Session -To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Deborah Kohr

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Morris made a motion to approve the agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 9:06 a.m. for approximately three (3) hours to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

A. Executive Session -To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 12:22 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 12:22 p.m.

May 24, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Vacant
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Bolerjack

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the May 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the May 10, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and HOOVER))

6. Board Discussion

A. Hybrid Meetings - OPMA New Guidelines

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - May 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - April 2022

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Board Operating Agreement

C. Approval of Meal Prices - 2022-2023

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

11. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.330.110(g)

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

Student Representatives Present:

Samuel Fiapito

Student Representatives Absent:

Harpneet Kaur

President Hoover asked for a moment of silence for the current acts of violence recently.

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Kelly Gifford

Silvia Dicus

Courtney Martinez

Carrie Marting

Liliu Aleaga

Trevor Watt

Jonathan Joseph

Aaron Draganov

Stephanie Chen

Ted Howard

Jennifer Jones

Jeff Baker

Sharon Moon

Veronica Birdsong

Grace Saturino

Duane Meyer

Liliana Cardenas

D. Welcome Message

Director Bolerjack shared the welcome agreements.

E. Land Recognition - Director Bolerjack

Director Bolerjack conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the May 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Agenda for the May 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

No public comments.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon provided several updates. Appreciation for President Hoover for her acknowledgment of the Texas school tragedy. These tragedies are challenging for any community. We are in the last month of school. This is an exciting time for our students, families, and staff as we look forward to summer. This is also a frantic time for students. Please allow space for discussion in class if needed. We have students participating in extracurricular activities, plays, and athletic events. I am glad we are able to offer those options for students and families. Foster High School recently held its prom. In addition, we will be hosting a couple of upcoming meetings. The Strategic Plan Stakeholder Summit is scheduled to take place next week on Tuesday, May 31st from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. This will be a virtual session. Also, we will be hosting the SRO Summit meeting on Tuesday, June 7th. This will be a virtual event. A reminder that graduation is on Friday, June 10th.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon provided several updates. We have had an uptick of cases, not a major spike, but a slow gradual incline. For Tukwila, we have been seeing that in both students and staff, a few in each building, then quarantine, then they come back and others go out to quarantine. We have been seeing that rate slow down, so we are hopeful that we are on the backside of this. We did provide 180 test kits for students before the prom and after prom before returning to school. I don't have numbers of the positivity rate at this time. We have a good supply of tests but will order more so there is availability for graduating students and any family members that want to test. We do not have a confirmed date yet for our next vaccination clinic. We will be coordinating the availability of boosters for children aged 5-11 years old. In August, we will make sure we schedule something for boosters. There has been conversations around boosters and the effectiveness of the booster waning within 3-4 months. A lot of staff are considering waiting until the start of the school year for a booster shot. Once we have confirmed dates, we will make sure to communicate information to students, staff, and families.

President Hoover shared that we are able to see the effectiveness of some processes that we put in place back in February. Curious as to the communication loop and how the quarantine specialists are doing/staying on top of students who were out due to COVID are getting their assignments, etc. Where are we at with all of those things we put in place? How are they working? Have you heard any feedback? Have the staff been surveyed recently regarding communication on COVID? How is that going and how they are feeling? Dr. Herndon replied that he does not have the specifics on communications for students. He shared that the number has been pretty low until recently within the last week or two. we have our quarantine specialist available for the buildings, and the numbers have been pretty low. Dr. Herndon will confirm the final numbers with the COVID team. We did have a communication survey regarding COVID communication. The feedback received was positive.

C. Directors' Reports

Student Representative Fiapito reported that Foster High School recently held its prom at the Pickering Barn. There were approximately 115 tickets sold. We had COVID precautions in place, including test kits available. It was a lot of work with the planning. A lot of students are feeling burnt out as we approach the end of the year. We trying to plan some fun events. There is a pep assembly next Friday. It is a farewell to the Seniors. We also have all of our Senior festivities beginning next week as well. We recently opened up the gender-neutral bathroom. It has been a smooth transition. The week before we opened it up, students were given lessons as to why they are needed. It was a great lesson in our history classes.

Director Morris reported on attending the Stories of Arrival. This class is a very dynamic family and they supported each other as they shared their extremely moving stories. Attended Math and Science classes/presentations at Foster High School. The prom was a huge success and it was impressive that the school district provided transportation for students to attend the prom, which was in Issaquah. She hopes to see a lot of the staff at the Staff Appreciation event on Thursday, June 2nd. There will be food, festivities, fun, door prizes and years of service awards.

Director Bolerjack also included a reminder for the Staff Appreciation event, including the choice of dinner from three (3) food trucks. She reported visiting the 5th-grade camp at Lincoln Park. It was really amazing and the students were having a great time. Mr. Camacho deserves a medal for pulling that together and your environmental classes that acted as the counselors. This is a wonderful alternative when you can't do 5th-grade camp. She went to a presentation on RULER at FHS. This is a valuable tool that we are incorporating into our curriculum. She reported on attending Stories of Arrival. This is an incredible experience and she encourages everyone to buy the book.

Director Larson reported on several items. He attended the Data Advisory Group, which consists of people from the South King Road Map. One of the things we don't get much data on is how students in foster care are doing. The reason for that is there are some mixups in Olympia in terms that they don't actually track very well. We get a fair amount of data on our students experiencing homelessness. Hopefully, that will get fixed and we will be able to have reliable data on our students in foster care. What has been a pretty big topic in the state recently is the student protests around sexual harassment, and the whole area of HIB (Harassment, intimidation and bullying). In listening to some of the students talk about it and hearing what some of the other districts are doing about it, and then looking at our own policy on it, we have been missing from our own procedure is an annual report to the Board of Directors reviewing the use and efficiency of the sexual harassment policy. We have not had this report before, and we would like to get that report on the calendar. Other districts such as Shoreline and Bellevue have reporting systems that are easy to use, online, and allow anonymous reporting. This would help us to have a better idea of when these are happening, etc. He recommended that we look at this type of reporting tool for our district. He reported attending the WSSDA Legislative Committee and reviewing the various legislative positions that WSSDA has, along with updating and consolidating them, etc. As you may recall, we submitted four proposals this year and all of them were included to go forward to the legislative assembly. He reported on being a panelist at the UW College of Education Course, which is a graduate course they teach to potential future building administrators and district administrators to talk about the funding system and the equities in the funding system. he attended the FHS drama production "She Kills Monsters". It was a tough thing to pull together due to several students canceling out. They did a great job with sound as well. It was an excellent production.

President Hoover had the opportunity to do an in-depth tour at Showalter Middle School and Tukwila Elementary. It was a lovely experience and is scheduled to visit the rest of the schools. She is excited to hear about the gender-inclusive lessons being taught to students in history class. The teachers did a fabulous job pulling it all together. The opening of the bathrooms was a success. We are moving into the next phase of this work. We have an advisory group that is meeting. We would love to have you join us if you would like to. At this time we have parents, staff and community members. We hope to have students on the committee soon. We are focusing on policies at this time. She expressed appreciation for the patience, support, guidance and time that she has recieved from many different people as she navigates through various things in her role of President, particularly from Ms. Kohr and Dr. Herndon, and the Board.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the May 10, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and HOOVER))

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Hybrid Meetings - OPMA New Guidelines

There has been conversation amongst the Board of being able to host in-person meetings as well as virtual meetings. Matching up the audio and video without feedback has been problematic. Director Larson had made a recommendation to look at the technology that is used by WSSDA and Tukwila City Council uses for hybrid meetings. Staff has looked at several options including various equipment, hiring a tech/support person, etc. In addition, Governor Inslee recently sunsetted some of the previous covid protocols regarding OPMA requirements for Board meetings. At this time, there is a requirement for a physical space available for the public to access the meeting. There was an update to the OPMA that requires that there is a public comment section for each board meeting, as well as offer the opportunity for comments to be submitted electronically. We currently are in compliance with the new public comment requirements.

Mr. Baker reported that two (2) members of the technology team went to city hall to look at the technology being used. The current equipment used is called the OWL camera. The tech teams was very impressed and we have ordered two (2) of the OWL cameras. Our goal is to have things in place by June 14th.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - May 2022

President Hoover asked what work are we doing to really get a good understanding, specifically to our students and our community, as to why students are leaving? Dr. Herndon shared that enrollment is not a straightforward piece. We do have students who live in Tukwila, but attend another district and vice versa. We do try to look at trends and changes. If students have moved, we don't know they moved unless we get a request for records. If students move out of state, we do not receive that information. there are also options around housing, and that ratio can change over time. Director Larson commented that he believes that one of the biggest reasons for enrollment changes is tied to immigration policy. Dr. Herndon shared that we are averaging a 5% decrease in enrollment, as compared to other districts statewide between 2% - 15%. President Hoover shared that she would like to know more about students that live in our district but choose to go to another district. Why are they choosing another district? Is there a way that we can engage with the students? Dr. Herndon replied that this is something we can look into.

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - April 2022

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Board Operating Agreement

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Board Operating Agreement.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of Meal Prices - 2022-2023

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Meal Prices - 2022-2023.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

11. Executive Session

President Hoover recessed the meeting to Executive session at 7:46 p.m. for approximately 60 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110 (g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.330.110(g)

President Hoover called the meeting back to regular session at 8:07 p.m. There was no action.

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m.

May 10, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the May 10, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the April 26, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the April 26, 2022 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

6. Board Discussion

A. Tukwila Operating Agreements - Final Review

B. Gender Inclusive Schools Messaging

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Estimated Enrollment - Forecast for 2022-2023

B. Department Update - Maintenance and Operations

C. School Improvement Plans - All Schools

D. Hybrid Meeting - Update

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Letter of Support - S. 144th Street Bridge Sidewalks Project Grant

B. Approval of Board Budget Philosophy - 2022 - 2023

C. Approval of Resolution No. 923 - Approving Appointment of Architect for Showalter Kitchen Remodel

D. Approval of Out of State Travel Request- Native American Student Advocacy Institute

E. Approval of Out of State Travel Request- National Counsel for community and Education Partnership (NCCEP)

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

11. Executive Session

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Hoover called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Hoover

Director Larson

Director Bolerjack

Directror Morris

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Hoover welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Liliu Aleaga

Terra Dupont

Brett Christopher

Duane Meyer

Kyla Crawford

Carrie Marting

Aaron Draganov

Hsian-Yu Kuo

James Blanton

Tenesah Fremstad

Stephanie Chen

Constance Thomas

Ciourtney Martinez

Abigail Tabason

Kelly Garrett

Maricel Haessig

Jennifer Jones

Jeannette

Stephanie Chen

Angela Meyer

Liliana Cardenas

Jeff Baker

Ted Howard

Veronica Birdsong

Grace S

D. Welcome Message

President Hoover shared the welcome agreements.

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

Director Morris conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the May 10, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Agenda for the May 10, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. He attended the Annual Education Collaboration Meeting hosted by the Muckleshoot Tribe. The meeting started with a history of the land and the people, and then focused on educational and college offerings for tribal members and non-tribal members to learn additional information about the area, the land, the history and the people. Some of the challenges discussed were around where both the Duwamish and Muckleshoot people are.

The Thorndyke Elementary group is still working on their mascot change. In addition, there has been discussion on some additional name changes. as we move through the history of our community, we want to be able to address any historic issues, etc.

We are looking at investments in both Race and Equity and SEL for next year specifically for support in the classroom level, with our staff making a difference directly in the classroom. We are outlining what job descriptions may look like, and providing professional development and training. More to come on this in the next couple of weeks.

Our Human Resources department is in the process of screening applicants for our Principal opening.

He received excellent feedback from other Superintendents in regards to a Superintendent Student Advisory Committee. There are a few small differences between the districts, but all agreed that it really increases student voice.

We are going into year 3 of our contract with PSESD. During our meeting, we discussed several items including R&E training for staff, review of strategic plan through a race and equity lens.

Director Hoover asked what kind of feedback have you gotten from staff regarding specific training? Dr. Herndon replied no specific feedback yet. Staff did have several opportunities to provide feedback on the strategic plan, but he will be soliciting staff feedback from individual buildings, specifically the race and equity teams before we finalize any plans for next year.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. We continue to monitor COVID data, cases, and transmission rates in our community. It is starting to show some leveling off. For King County, it shows a slight uptick, but for Tukwila, it is showing a decrease. We do have folks who are in isolation. Our PPE is plentiful and readily available for staff and students. As we move into June and plan for the Fall, we will inventory and increase our stock as needed. We do not have any new guidance from the King County Department of Health. On May 27th, King County is planning on closing the testing site at Church by the Side of the Road. This is a disappointment and an impact on our community. Our health team is still working with our provider for our next vaccination clinic opportunity. In talking with OSPI, they were also commenting how they were not projecting any changes at this time. The state is not making a recommendation or requirement for students to have a COVID vaccination to attend school, however, staff, volunteers, or any contractors are required to have the vaccination or an approved accommodation. WSSDA updated that there are changes for OPMA. Some requirements will be sunsetting, and most of the new requirements we are already doing, especially around public comment. Director Larson commented that his understanding is that starting in June, we will need to have in-person Board meetings. Dr. Herndon replied that his understanding is that we have to have the opportunity for a physical space for the public to be and have access to the meeting, but it does not require all of the Board members or staff to be physically present in that space either. There are exceptions to that which state if in the past, pre-COVID, you had conducted Board meetings virtually, you are grandfathered in and can continue with those. Also, if there is a health emergency declared, then you can continue with virtual meetings and not have to provide a physical space or location. If there is a need to limit the number of people in a public space, you have to provide an alternate opportunity for the public to access that meeting.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the April 26, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the April 26, 2022 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Operating Agreements - Final Review

Item #3 - Meeting Conduct - Remove "agreement/norms" and leave "conduct".

Director Larson commented that this is a living document and needs to be reviewed annually, and more so when there is a new board director. Ms. Kohr will make the changes and bring the document back to the Board for approval at the May 24th Board meeting.

B. Gender Inclusive Schools Messaging

President Hoover commented on the letter crafted for the Board in regards to Gender Inclusive Schools. President Hoover asked for any additional comments, changes, etc. Director Morris commented that we need to make sure our communication is consistent. Director Bolerjack commented that she has not heard any negative comments from the community, staff or students. What communication has gone out to the community? Has anything official from the school or the Board been sent out yet? President Hoover shared that nothing official has gone out yet. Dr. Herndon shared that we are still working on the communication strategy. We want communication from the district office and the buildings to be consistent with the Board's message. Director Bolerjack asked if we have staff support for this messaging? Dr. Herndon replied that Principal Blanton has had conversations with students and staff, as has President Hoover. Director Larson commented that community communication needs to be clear and consistent and frequent. President Hoover shared that there are just a few more grammatical adjustments, and then she would like to get this sent out tomorrow.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Estimated Enrollment - Forecast for 2022-2023

B. Department Update - Maintenance and Operations

Director Larson commented that he had conversations with Mr. Renz about the need for several changes in his classrooms. Director Larson asked Ms. Cardenas if she has had any conversations with Mr. Renz? Ms. Cardenas shared that she has not had any conversations with Mr. Renz and that she does meet with Principal Blanton monthly. She has not received any indication that Mr. Renz needs any help with his classrooms. Director Larson shared that Mr. Renz has a lot of equipment and may need some additional storage options. In addition, the FHS music room could use some storage facilities as well.

Director Larson asked if part of the HVAC review include upgrading our ventilation filters to MERV 13? Ms. Cardenas shared that during this review, it was decided to stay on MERV 11. If we move to MERV 13, we will have more problems with our ventilation system, and the life expectancy of our equipment decreases. We already upgraded the systems and the MERV 11 filters are part of our contract. Director Larson commented that there are a variety of measures that can be used i.e., airflow measures, MOU for outdoor air, etc. Ms. Cardenas shared that what we have done to get more air into the system we have an air fresh. We have the system programmed for this function to happen daily. We also have controls for temperature, etc. Director Larson shared that there have been many comments that your department is working with McKinstry on upgrading the ventilation system. What is being upgraded? Ms. Cardenas replied that the ventilation system is the whole system from the boiler to ventilation, etc. We are looking into equipment that has life expectancy, impacts the classroom, and equipment that isn't working or needs to be repaired. With a newer boiler, it will be more efficient and will help will additional airflow.

Director Morris clarified that the biology classroom, it is more equipment replacement, and not a remodel. Ms. Cardenas shared that requests need to go through the principal so that we can coordinate a list of all needs.

President Hoover asked if the FHS locker room remodel is on the project list, and if yes, to please make sure we look at it through the gender-inclusive lens. This would be the opportunity to really create an environment that is conducive to gender-inclusive spaces.

C. School Improvement Plans - All Schools

Each Principal provided what support was needed for students' Social-Emotional needs.

More playtime - Elementary
Check-in on feelings - Ruler and survey - Elementary
Transitional students (6th grade) have been impacted - Ruler, Mood Meter, Social Worker added, Check Yourself Tool (brief screener), Peer Mediation Program - Secondary

Dr. Herndon shared that Ruler and check-in is beneficial for adults and students and we will continue to find ways to support our staff and students.

D. Hybrid Meeting - Update

Director Larson commented on the OWL camera system. He shared that WSSDA is using the OWL camera for a hybrid meeting. He will forward the contact information to Mr. Baker. In addition, there was discussion regarding building out the Board room for not only Board meetings, but other meetings. Dr. Herndon shared that we will get additional information on the OWL camera system.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Letter of Support - S. 144th Street Bridge Sidewalks Project Grant

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Letter of Support - S. 144th Street Bridge Sidewalks Project Grant.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Board Budget Philosophy - 2022 - 2023

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Board Budget Philosophy - 2022 - 2023.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of Resolution No. 923 - Approving Appointment of Architect for Showalter Kitchen Remodel

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve Resolution NO. 923 - Approving Appointment of Architect for Showalter Kitchen Remodel.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

D. Approval of Out of State Travel Request- Native American Student Advocacy Institute

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Out of State Travel Request - Native American Student Advocacy Institute.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

E. Approval of Out of State Travel Request- National Counsel for Community and Education Partnership (NCCEP)

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Out of State Travel Request - National Counsel for Community and Education Partnership (NCCEP).

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comment.

There were no public comments.

11. Executive Session

There was no Executive Session.

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the Board meeting.

Director Larson seconded the meeting.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m.

April 26, 2022

Board Work Session

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Philosophy - 22-23

B. Board Operating Principles

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

Director Larson called the Work Session to order at 5:00 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Director Larson called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

Director Bolerjack - Excused

Director Agpaoa Ryder - Excused

C. Welcome Guests

Director Larson welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Veronica Birdsong

Carrie Marting

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Philosophy - 22-23

The Board reviewed and updated the document. There is one statement, #12, that will need some additional editing. Director Larson will make the discussed updates and edits. This document will be added to the May 10th board agenda for an additional review and possible appoval.

B. Board Operating Principles

This document was updated at the Saturday Board meeting. Although there were several updates, this document will need another session for input and review with all Board Directors present. This will be added to the May 10th board agenda.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson adjourned the Board Work Session at 5:45 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the April 26, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON))

6. Board Discussion

A. Budget Update - 2022 - 2023

B. Civics Class Responses

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - April 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - March 2022

D. Highly Capable Presentation

E. i-Ready Data Report - 2nd Diagnostic

8. Presentations

A. Arts Audit Presentation - The Berc Group

B. Xello Update - Presentation

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of School Calendar - 2022 - 2023

C. Approval of WSSDA Legislative Proposal

D. Approval of Resignation - President Agpaoa Ryder

E. Approval of Donation from Pine Lake Middle School PTO

F. Approval of Resolution No. 922 - Authorizing the Superintendent to Issue Non-Renewals

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

11. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

Director Larson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Director Larson called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

Director Agpaoa Ryder - excused

C. Welcome Guests

Director Larson welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Megan Brusnighan

Pat Larson

Jennifer Fichamba

Duane Baker

Veronica Birdsong

Karen Brown

Liliu Aleaga

Jonathan Joseph

Lisa

Pam Bila

Phone in Caller X2

Aaron Draganov

Carrie Marting

Debbie Aldous

Kelly Garrett

Stephanie Chen

Ted Howard

Tenesha Fremstad

Robin Allsop

Jeff Baker

Ms. Sanchez

Duane Meyer

Julia

Kelly Garrett

Jeannette

Jennifer Jones

Margaret

Courtney Martinez

Joe Camacho

D. Welcome Message

Director Hoover shared the welcome message.

E. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

Director Hoover conducted the land acknowledgment.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the April 26, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda of the April 26, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson outlined several procedural issues. The submission of Director Agpaoa Ryder's resignation letter has initiated several additional procedural processes under Action Item 9.D. When the Board receives a resignation letter, a process in initiated by the Superintendent to accept applications for persons who would like to apply for an now open position. This position is for Director Area 3. A district boundary map is available on our website. There will be a period of time when the open position is advertised and applications are accepted. To qualify, a person must be a U.S. Citizen, a registered voter and reside within the boundaries of District 3. For additonal information, please contact the district or any Board Director. WSSDA has information available as well regarding what it means to be a Board Director, responsibilities, etc. After the period of applications are closed, the Board will have a meeting to review applicants, and fo through an interview process. The position will serve through the end of 2023. This position will also be on the ballot in November 2023 for an ongoing position as Director 3. In addition, under Action Item 9.D, once the Board formally accepts the resignation, we will have two vacancies to fill - the President and Vice President of the Board. There will be an internal process to nominate a President and Vice President.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

Director Larson called for Public Comments.

The following public comments were shared:

Pat Larson - Community Member - Incident on February 8, 2022 and the subsequent responses - The focus of this letter is to address two overarching questions: How did this happen? And What’s done is done, now what? First, I would like to express my sincere condolences to Director Agpaoa Ryder, for the emotional harm this event caused her. From what I have read, Director Bolerjack’s words triggered a flashback to a traumatic event in your life, which caused you to relive the pain from that past event. And for that I am sorry you had that experience. How did this happen? As leaders of a system of schools, the philosophy of looking to yourself first, means looking to yourself first for answers instead of blaming others. So, let’s explore what led up to the event of Feb. 8 and the subsequent responses. First, the entry task was poorly worded and not well thought out. Director Larson invited Directors to recognize someone “appropriate” in honor of Black History Month. What was considered appropriate? Who was going to evaluate the responses to determine their appropriateness? Whose history was going to be considered? In US history? In Global History? Personal History? Success criteria was not identified for the participants. Was this a “homework” assignment where Directors were supposed to research someone, perhaps someone who could be googled? Or was this a “pop” quiz, without any preparation, which is a “guess what I’m thinking” prompt with someone evaluating the responses as right or wrong. I would suggest it was a “guess what I’m thinking prompt”, which set the stage for what happened next. When Director Bolerjack’s response was judged to not match the prompt, by whomever was the evaluator, why wasn’t her response probed for more contextual information? A good facilitator and educator would have probed the response utilizing effective communication skills and questioning to help find the connection, because to Director Bolerjack, there was a connection. There are three educators on the board, including Director Bolerjack, and no one stepped up to do what every educator has been taught to do, explore responses by questioning or probing for more information. This was a missed opportunity to hear a first-person account of what it was like for a current white advocate and ally, to have grown up in a time where racism was covert and racist comments were a part of the norm. This is a part of history that is invisible. No one ever asks what it was like for white children to grow up in the 50’, 60’s and 70’s, during the first civil rights movement. How were the children influenced by the rhetoric and behavior of the adults around them? How were they affected by the media? How did it influence them to become the adults they are today? The history department at Foster uses primary documents regularly to give context to actions in different time periods. Here you have a living and breathing “primary document” that would provide another perspective to the unit on social justice. After looking at all the names of the responses to this incident, not one of them lived during this time, they weren’t born yet. Their responses used current politically correct frames to justify their responses. They didn’t live this history. Second, leaders are supposed to “model the way” for their followers. Resolution 921 has modeled the way to ignore the process of social justice and instead has modeled how to publicly shame someone. The resolution has set the district’s commitment to race and equity back at least 10 years. What happened to the process of having courageous conversations and using the social justice process to repair harm and gain new understandings and perspectives? Lastly, the words “do no harm” appear to be the basis of the resolution and yet, those terms are not used in policy 0535, the Race and Equity Policy. After further research, I couldn’t find any procedures that should have been written to accompany the policy. There are a lot of references to other board policies and legal references, but no procedures for the board to follow. By not having procedures to follow, it allows the board and others to react and do whatever they want in response to perceived violations of Policy 0535. At this point in time, I am not sure to whom the words “do no harm” refer to. What’s done is done, now what? How does this board recover from this and learn? As a community member, a retired educator, and a voter, I am asking Dr. Herndon to begin looking for ways to repair the damage that has been done. To repair the damage, the Board needs to be recreated into a functioning board, one that works as a team for the greater good of the children in our school system. It appears the Board needs further training in Board Development, effective communication, conflict resolution and how to be an effective leader. I am hoping to see actionable steps and a metrics in the next Strategic Action Plan for the district.

Megan Brusnighan - Teacher - Cascade View - I have worked at Cascade View for 13 years. Today, I want to take the time to recognize Director Jan Bolderjack for her dedication and support to our students and families. She plays an essential role in bridging the Tukwila community and our school. Throughout the years, Jan has volunteered and tutored our students. She is very patient and kind. Director Jan helped provide targeted instruction to our students that needed extra practice in a small group setting. She worked with students in all grades, and they loved working with her. Jan’s commitment to educating our students is unwavering. She organized and recruited Cascade View teachers like myself to help plan a summer school at her church ground for our students the year summer school was unavailable. Our families were so grateful and appreciative to have something available for their children. She also recognized that the pandemic caused extreme learning loss, so she organized another summer tutoring program last summer, “ The Busy Minds,” to help students that needed additional learning support. The tutors were teachers, ESPs, and college students, and we worked with kids from Cascade View, Thorndyke, and Showalter, helping them with reading and math. And when several of our students and families faced hardship and needed a safe place, they found shelter at Director Jan’s church. Jan is always welcoming and very compassionate. They found a place to live on the church property. Our students had a place to call home, close to school and friends. And as teachers, it put our minds at ease that our students’ lives could be somewhat normal by remaining at their home school and having the students nearby allowed us to drop off school supplies and assignments when they needed them. Director Jan also plays a pivotal role in providing essential goods and services to our families. For example, my daughter and I volunteered at the Tukwila Food Pantry during the summer, and on some weekends, there were 500 families. Director Jan worked tirelessly loading boxes of food and other resources into cars. And many of our students and families also walked to get what they needed for the week. Once again, Director Jan always welcomed them with open arms and provided special treats for the kids. As a teacher and parent, I cannot express enough gratitude and appreciation for Director Jan Bolderjack's commitment to our students and families. She has always been a strong leader and positively impacted our community and school. And the work she does to support our students is incredible. Thank you, Director Jan, for always setting our students as your top priority.

Liliu Aleaga - MLL ESP - Cascade View - I have lived in this community for over 35 years. My husband and I raised our three children in this community. They attended Cascade View Elementary, Showalter Middle School, Foster High School and Kennedy Catholic High School. First, I would like to acknowledge and thank all of our elected Tukwila School Board Directors for their countless hours of hard work in supporting our students, families and staff. Our leaders all bring years of experience through education, and community service, and continue to volunteer not only in our schools but our community as well. Next, I want to thank Jan Bolerjack, also known as Reverend Jan Bolerjack at Riverton Park United Methodist Church. I know her as Jan, for her undeniable service in Tukwila. Jan has helped our community in many ways over the years. In 2012 and 2019, Tukwila's Riverton Park United Methodist Church hosted Tent City 3 Homeless Encampment, which was home to 50 - 100 men, women and children. Tent City 3 was allowed to stay in one location for 3 months, before having to relocate again. Riverton Park United Methodist Church continues to host tents and homeless families on the church grounds. Over the years, some of the children attended Tukwila School District. I've witnessed the compassion and love that Jan has for our children, especially our homeless families. One school year Jan walked three young children to school almost every day, the youngest in Kindergarten to ensure they attended school safely. At the end of the school day Jan returned to meet the children to walk them back home while their parents were at work. A few years back before the pandemic our district didn't have the budget for summer school to help our most vulnerable children. Jan being the person she is, reached out to some of Cascade View Elementary educators and community members if they would volunteer during the month of July, three times a week to teach our children reading and math skills. Through their collaboration together Jan set up a tent, tables, and chairs to provide a summer program for our young children. Along with their learning, she provided food for the children to eat before they went home. The Tukwila Pantry Food Bank is also located in the church basement. It serves South King County cities in Tukwila, Seatac, Burien, and Boulevard Park. Before the pandemic the food bank served about 50 families per day, families shopped indoors choosing items they needed from the food bank. When the pandemic hit, Tukwila Pantry Food Bank led by Jan, employees and volunteers had to quickly change how to provide services to the community and stay safe, they were able to provide a drive-thru system. The food bank went from serving 250 families per week to over 1,000 families per week. Our most vulnerable individuals and families in Tukwila found a safe place to receive food, shelter, clothing, vaccines, dental care and some rental assistance. These are services Jan and her staff provide to our community. My family volunteered alongside other volunteers and Jan to prepare, help cook, and set up the church dining hall for the homeless and community members to come together to have a hot meal or place to go on Thanksgiving day. Last summer, a fire at the Maple Crest Apartment in Tukwila, 31 families lost everything and three lives were lost. Jan stepped in to help, along with other community organizations. She opened up the church to collect and distribute clothing and household items for the victims. Jan works with the World Relief and International Rescue Committee, most recently helping our Afghan refugee families with the resources needed to start a new life in America. So many of our refugee families over the years had to flee their beloved countries for freedom and safety, many settled here in Tukwila through the assistance of IRC and people like Jan, who continues to offer support to our families from all over the world. Jan serves on the Human Services Advisory Board, which helps assess the need for human services in Tukwila and recommends policies and programs for funding to the Mayor. She also serves on the Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board which discusses concerns of public safety and police services in our city with the Chief of Police. Once again, I would like to thank all of our School Board Directors for their service and love of our school district. I hope we continue to work together as a community.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We are continuing to work on the Strategic Plan. We have held a series of meeting with various stakeholders. As we continue through that process and wrap up with individual stakeholders, there will be an opportunity with the facilitator, the Center for Educational Effectiveness, who will be bringing together all of the stakeholder groups and conducting a summit. The target date is the end of May. Recommendations will be sent to the Board for review and discussion before the end of the school year. We are also in the process of re-examining our School Resource Officer program. We have had several listening sessions, with two more scheduled. Once those are completed, we will follow the same process as described for the Strategic Plan. Lastly, Dr. Herndon reported that he will be attending the State Superintendent Conference in May. Dr. Herndon will be at the Puget Sound Skills Center for their quarterly meeting.

Director Hoover asked what steps have been taken since last month's walkout, specifically around the request for restorative opportunities for students who have experienced sexual assault/harassment, and educational opportunities around social media? Dr. Herndon shared that the principal has reached out to students. He will follow up regarding the social media opportunities. Director Hoover shared that this is an opportunity for strong Administrator support district-wide, and creating a structure that is supporting awareness regarding sexual assault and harassment. Dr. Herndon shared that this is a district-wide issue and we will collaborate with the building administrators so they receive the support that is needed for their students.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon provided several updates. We continue to monitor any changes that are happening with current variants. At this time, there is no updated guidance from King County Department of Health in relation to schools. We will continue to track this. There has been an uptick in cases in both King County and Tukwila specifically. We continue to watch the data for cases in the school district for staff and students. There is a slight increase. We still have all of our quarantine specialists and quarantine support specialists. We have received some recent feedback and we will include this information in our weekly bulletin. Our levels of PPE remain strong. We are currently working on the next vaccine clinic. Survey results show that staff are supportive of another vaccine clinic, so we will continue to work with our provider for dates, location, etc. The COVID vaccine is not yet approved for children under the age of five. This approval may not come until the Summer of 2022. Once the vaccine is approved for children five and under, we will include those students at our clinics.

C. Directors' Reports

Director Morris shared that during the Board Work Session earlier, when we reviewed the operating principles, there was one statement "the instructional and support staff work together most effectively when provided with the appropriate and adequate tools to meet the needs of our students and to ensure the highest opportunity for them to succeed". She was disheartened when the Board received a letter from the FHS math department expressing their concerns regarding a change in their program. We have extremely insightful, knowledgable, and caring staff who spend a great deal of time, thought, and energy establishing the most effective program for our students whom they work with on a daily basis. They consistently evaluate their program, and tools that they utilize. It is imperative that the staff voices be heard and their insights be sought. She would appreciate seeing the administration and the math staff hold a conversation that will provide the programs and classes to support our students and their learning. She shared that she did not feel comfortable taking programs and strategies away from our staff members that proved to be effective. If there is a possibility of meeting, it needs to happen.

Director Hoover reported on several items. In thinking about the work that we the Board do as a team, as well as establishing and strengthing, and re-establishing and then strengthening the trust that we have with the community, we have a long road ahead. Accountability is really difficult and it looks different based on the setting, who's involved, what the impact was, the power dynamic that might be at play, and more items. Accountability requires that individuals take responsibility. Restoration and healing doesn't come as a result of blame-shifting, defending or justifying the behavior. It comes from ownership and connection. Director Hoover shared statistics regarding trans gender students in relation to harassment, bullying, targeting, etc. In Washington state, transgender students have a right to be referred to by their correct pronoun, access bathrooms that correspond to their gender and attend school without discrimination and harassment. In our district, we are not providing our students and our staff the right that they are owed here in Washington state and as human beings. The need for gender-inclusive, all-gender, or gender-neutral bathrooms is long overdue. At this time, the focus is on bathrooms, but that is just the beginning. Every student, staff member, volunteer, or community member should feel safe and be able to be themselves. Director Hoover shared that she is always available for a conversation. If there are things that you want to talk about or aren't sure about, she is open to having a conversation. Director Hoover shared that they are in the process of forming an advisory group that will support the movement of gender-inclusive practices throughout the district. This group is open to anyone whose invested in creating a district whose policies, actions, and norms affirm the dignity and rights of trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming staff and students. We are hoping to have our first meeting on May 4th. If you are interested in joining the advisory group, please do. Anyone is welcome who is committed to creating a more gender-inclusive space for our students and staff. We have been working closely with students, staff, and Mr. Blanton, Principal at Foster High School. Students have been meeting and driving this work. While they wanted a bathroom opened yesterday, they really wanted to make sure that there was space for an opportunity for students and staff to learn and have some dialogue to help support the successful implementation of gender-inclusive restrooms. The staff had some minimal opportunities to both increase their understanding of gender, as well as discuss the move to reopen the gender-inclusive restrooms at Foster High School. The history department has also been working to develop lesson plans for student education around gender. This is the first step of what we are hoping to become a more complete gender setting curriculum that will become a part of our standing curriculum at Foster High School. The gender-inclusive restrooms are set to open May 11th, however, they will open at the conclusion of all of the student lessons. Director Hoover shared that she had the opportunity to work with Director Agpaoa Ryder, Theren Hayes and Deborah Kohr on continuing to make our work more accessible. This involved updating the public comment process. She shared a huge appreciation for those folks, as well as Ms. Marting for the work that was done on the website. People are now able to access, on our Board webpage, our meeting recordings for past meetings, work sessions, etc. In addition, all of our meeting agendas and minutes are available and more accessible. The public comment process and our meeting schedule is also listed. This is one part of our commitment to increasing transparency. Thank you to Ms. Kohr, Mr. Hayes and Ms. Marting for your work on this. In addition, she acknowledged the increased communication and is excited about the superstar employee recognition which helps highlight all of the work in the buildings.

Director Bolerjack thanked Director Hoover for continuing the work on the gender-inclusive bathrooms. She reported that the work she has been doing recently is in relation to the harm she caused in February. Some of those things have included the Rachel Carvel series The Great Unlearn. This is a series that talks about what some of us need to unlearn these days. She is a woman of color who mostly speaks to white women, helping us see through different eyes. She also attended TED talks, most recently on vulnerability and courage. She has also spent some time reading banned books understanding what it is that people find offensive in them and why it is we need to continue to present the history that is told in those stories. there is so much truth in those books. She reported working with Aaron on retention and hiring teachers of color, making sure we have the things in place to make them want to stay in our district, i.e. coaching and support systems, as well as how we are reaching out to hire new folks that represent our community. Along with Director Larson and Director Morris, she attended the WSSDA Area 2 meeting. She also served on the statewide WSSDA nominations committee which allows her to stay current on happenings around the state and who is going to take leadership in our state offices for education. She attended the Strategic Planning Community Members listening session. There were only three people in attendance, which was disappointing. We may find a way to reach out to more when it becomes the big gathering. Ms. Kohr, Ms. Marting, Director Morris and I are working to put together an amazing staff appreciation event for our amazing staff. Hopefully, all of our staff will be able to attend so that we can show our appreciation from the Board.

Director Larson reported that he will be serving for the next two years on the WSSDA Legislative Committee. He will be attending the meeting in Pasco which will look at various submissions for new legislative positions and modified legislative positions from around the state. Our district has submitted four proposals relating to various equity and funding issues, which is his focus for advocating for more equity in state funding to ensure allocations are based on student needs and resources go to where the highest needs are. As a board, we will be needing to examine our director district boundaries. In light of the 2020 census and our Board Policy 1105, we have eight months from the time we get the new census data, to examine our boundaries to see if they are still balanced equally in terms of population. This needs to be completed by the end of this year. Director Larson recognized the robotics team from FHS. Last month, they participated in a regional competition and came in first place. This is a huge accomplishment considering the program just started a few months ago and was heavily impacted by the pandemic. He recognized Mr. Shaman for leading the team to compete and win. In addition, Director Larson recognized the Environmental Science program at Foster High School. The six students who participated in the NW Regional Environthon Competition came in first place. There were also several students from that program that were able to get internships at local government agencies and corporations. It's great to see them out in the community. They have also organized an outdoor field trip for our elementary students this year. thank you to Mr. Camacho for keeping this program going. The City of Tukwila is setting up a Juneteenth Celebration in the Sullivan Center on June 18th from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON))

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the consent agenda of the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Budget Update - 2022 - 2023

Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer, updated that she has been meeting with our Budget Advisory Committee the first and third Thursdays of the month. The initial goal was to have staff, students and community members as active participants in this meeting. There were several people interested, but participation has not been great, which isn't uncommon, but I would like to at some point offer some incentive for students and community members to participate. The new F203, which is the system through OSPI that does our revenue projections has just been updated with some of the new legislation changes for the 22-23 school year. I am still working on finalizing enrollment, which dictates our funding. The ESSER dollars is another piece of the budget and I have been conducting meetings with student, staff and community members. The major categories are social-emotional support, additional supports for students due to learning loss, PPE, and supports for staff.

Director Larson asked if the upgrading of the ventilation system with ESSER dollars still moving forward? Are there any RFP's or information? Ms. Birdsong replied that Ms. Cardenas is working on that. She will touch base and follow up with the Board.

B. Civics Class Responses

Director Larson updated the Board on the responses to the Civics Class who submitted several concerns (document attached). Director Larson reviewed the first draft of the responses and is proposing to send the memo to the Civics Teachers to distribute to the students. Follow up items include:

Gender Inclusive bathroom - update on work
Blocked websites
Student feedback app available

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - April 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - March 2022

D. Highly Capable Presentation

Director Hoover asked if there have been conversations with teachers on this model? Are teachers in support of this? How is it being received? Mr. Howard replied that it is ongoing training and best practices with staff. As we are doing that, a lot of things are bubbling up. Some people have been trained, and others haven't. We have had several conversations. We have been able to look at student data to see how each student is learning. We are at the early stages of these conversations and they will continue to evolve as the year goes on and next year as well. Conversations surround best practices, what's working and what isn't, what have we tried, haven't tried, data, etc. Conversations also include access points and how to support our students to the best of our ability. Director Hoover asked, over the last few years with the highly capable program, what if anything is different besides the testing piece? What is different about this cluster model? Mr. Howard replied that the cluster model is the best model we can do at Tukwila School District. This model is the best practices that we can do in our district at this time. Tukwila has really cornered the market on this model. If you do it correctly, it will serve all of our students. We have started programs that have started and stopped and weren't available at all schools. This will be more consistent. Director Hoover asked what were some of the factors that went into the starting and stopping of the other programs? Mr. Howard replied that to his knowledge it was budget constraints. Director Bolerjack shared that as she understands it, the cluster model sometimes clusters the kids that are highly capable kids away from the rest of the kids. Are we also working to cluster them across abilities so that sometimes the highly capable kids are in a group that has all levels of learners so they are able to support one another? Mr. Howard replied the cluster model is really a social-emotional part first. Kids learn differently and the social-emotional piece is so important. The idea in a cluster model is to support our students with where they are at and moving forward. Director Hoover asked is there a model that can give all students the support and learning that they need without isolating them or grouping them? Mr. Howard thanked the Board for their comments.

E. i-Ready Data Report - 2nd Diagnostic

Director Larson asked what does progress median mean? Mr. Baker replied that it is the average progress of the students that are contained in that particular cell of data. Director Larson asked, for Cascade View, the median student achieved 55% of annual typical growth. Is this correct? Mr. Baker confirmed that it was correct. Director Larson commented in looking at the first diagnostic, where 60% of students were a grade level behind, this one shows 30% behind which is a great improvement. It was interesting to kind of track this. I think we are seeing the impacts of the pandemic. This is going to take, particularly for this group of students, will be difficult and will be an issue for a couple of years. We need to spend some resources and focus on the students learning to get them back up to their grade level.

8. Presentations

A. Arts Audit Presentation

Dr. Duane Baker, Berc Group, presented to the Board of Directors regarding an ARTS Audit and recommendations. The BERC group was enlisted to do an assessment on the ARTS and how TSD could align with best practice and hos all students could have access to the ARTS.

The final recommendations report will be sent to the Board for review.

Recommendations included:

Publicity
Pesonnel
Planning
Property
Partnerships
Philosophy
Policy
Program
Professional Development

B. Xello Update Presentation

Jennifer Fichamba provided an update to the Board on the Xello program. The Xello program helps students plan their own unique journey. Xellos is engaging with fun-to-use software that students can access online. It helps students create their own roadmap for future success. It increases engagement, and achievement, enables successful transition, and readies students for the future. This program benefits all students in K-12th grade. It provides data to teachers as well on student progress.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of School Calendar - 2022 - 2023

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the School Calendar - 2022-2023.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of WSSDA Legislative Proposal

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the WSSDA Legislative Proposal.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

D. Approval of Resignation - President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Resignation of Director Agpaoa Ryder.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson expressed appreciation and thanks to Director Agpaoa Ryder for her service in the community and to the school district as a parent and a professional in the mental health profession. Her wisdom and work in this area has been greatly appreciated, particularly in leadership roles of working and pushing our race and equity report and in reaching out to the community in various ways and also providing leadership in restructuring our community meetings and board meetings and also for engaging students and getting their input into our decision-making process. There is still a lot of work that needs to be done in these areas, but I really appreciate her time on the board and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors.

Director Hoover shared her deep gratitude and appreciation. This is a loss for our district, but certainly not the community. I have no doubt that she will continue to be a strong advocate and a voice for the community and continue to do the deep healing work that we all desperately need. She is personally grateful for the time she was able to spend working alongside her over the last few months. I learned a lot. Thank you Bridgette. I very much value and appreciate every ounce of energy in work that you brought to this space and for pushing us all.

Director Bolerjack also wanted to say thank you for the leadership that Bridgette gave us and express concern over what she has to face in her future with the illnesses in her family that she needs to support. It is a hard decision to make to step aside from something you care about, like the Board, but she has a strong commitment to her family and I honor that. I wish her well.

Director Larson called for nominations for President.

Director Larson nominated Director Hoover for President.

Director Hoover accepted the nomination.

Board Directors in Favor:

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Opposed:

None

Director Larson called for nominations for Vice President.

Director Morris nominated Director Larson for Vice President.

Director Larson accepted the nomination.

Board Directors in Favor:

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Opposed:

None

E. Approval of Donation from Pine Lake Middle School PTO

Director Larson made a motion for approval of Donation from PIne Lake Middle School PTO.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

F. Approval of Resolution No. 922 - Authorizing the Superintendent to Issue Non-Renewals

Director Larson made a motion to approve Resolution No. 922 - Authorizing the Superintendent to Issue Non-Renewals.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Hoover called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

11. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.
Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Hoover adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m.

April 12, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Recognition

A. Cambridge University Recognition of Tukwila School District

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

C. Legislative Update

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Special Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

7. Board Discussion

A. Annual Staff Appreciation Celebration

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Refugee and Immigrant Services

B. Summer School Update - R&E Lens

C. WA Kids Report

9. Presentations

10. Action Items

A. Approval of WSSDA Legislative Positions

11. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

12. Executive Session

13. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

Director Larson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Director Larson called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Larson

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

President Agpaoa Ryder - Excused

C. Welcome Guests

Director Larson welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Nancy Potter - Cambridge

Michael Croyle

Fire Tablet

Alicia Jimenez

Phone in caller

Jonathan Joseph

Duane Meyer

Ted Howard

Veronica Birdsong

Carrie Marting

Kelly Garrett

Rachel Kurz

Angela Meyer

Grace Saturino

Jeannette

Jennifer Jones

Courtney Martinez

D. Welcome Message

Director Hoover shared the Welcome Message.

E. Land Recognition - Director Hoover

Director Hoover conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Agenda of the April 12, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Recognition

A. Cambridge University Recognition of Tukwila School District

Mr. Howard introduced Ms. Nancy Potter, Cambridge University. Ms. Potter provided a quick overview of their programs, curriculum and resources. Ms. Potter recognized Tukwila Elementary as the first elementary in America to be approved for this rigorous curriculum. Tukwila is the first district in the world to receive this plaque of recognition.

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

Director Larson called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr shared there were no public comments.

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We are on Spring break this week, with no classes in session. The previous week, we had several listening sessions on the SRO topic. After listening sessions are completed, we will bring all stakeholders back together to share the information, and discuss what the future of School Resources Officers might look like in Tukwila, and how it might be different. We have not yet received information from the University of Washington with the synthesized feedback. Additionally, we had several of the stakeholder groups for the Strategic Planning sessions last week. CEE has been facilitating the listening session. Mr. Steach will synthesize the feedback, and then we will have a larger summit with all of the stakeholders. Once that is completed, final recommendations will be presented to the Board.

Thorndyke Elementary is making progress in renaming and re-identifying a new mascot for their school. They are in the process of getting feedback from their 5th-grade students. Once all feedback is received, they will meet with the Duwamish tribe for discussion and feedback. We are looking at the first week of May for final decision.

Dr. Herndon is working on making starting a Student Advisory Council for the Superintendent. We have several areas Superintendents that have a similar council. Dr. Herndon has met with Jr. Student Representative Samuel Fiapito and will have more conversations with other students. The hope is to have this in place for the Fall.

Director Hoover asked, in regards to the Strategic Plan listening session, are there any numbers on attendees? Dr. Herndon replied that he doesn't have those numbers. He shared that he is typically there for introductions. He noted that it has varied from eight to forty attendees. Director Hoover asked if there was going to be an another round of listening sessions for stakeholders? Dr. Herndon replied that he does think there will be another set of listening sessions. He believes that Mr. Steach's plan is to have a summit that brings back all of the stakeholder groups together.

Director Hoover asked what is the age range for the student advisory council? Dr. Herndon shared that from what he has seen it is usually about 4 - 10 high school students. He shared that he would like to include middle school students as well.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. There has not been any change in guidance from King County Department of Health. We continue to monitor cases through King County. For Tukwila, the rolling average of cases is a little less than 2 per day. For the school district, last week we had two students and one staff member out. We continue to keep our ppe stocked, including masks and test kits, which are available to students and staff. In the buildings, we still have a lot of staff and students who continue to wear masks, which is great. People are respecting others decisions to wear a mask or not. We will continue to monitor cases for King County, and Tukwila. We still have contact tracers and other support staff.

Director Hoover asked if staff surveys were still being sent out? If yes, can you provide an updated report? Dr. Herndon replied that last survey we did was around masks. We did get that information back. We are planning on doing a survey after spring break. This one will center on how many would be interested in getting a fourth or a second booster. Our collaborative partner who conducts the vaccine clinics are willing to come out, but they want to make sure there are enough people who are interested. The vaccine clinic could also include vaccines for our younger students.

Director Hoover asked if we could include a check-in regarding communication, particularly around COVID-related items? Dr. Herndon replied that we could include that in the survey.

C. Legislative Update

Director Larson shared several updates. The written report is attached. The Governor has signed all of the bills. There were no vetos. Once the Governor signs the bills, they are given over to the correlating state agency to implement the bill.

SB- 5693 - Budget Bill - The Governor signed the main budget bill. Our local representative put in an earmark for us of $148,000 for before and after school programs. The wording in the bill was targeted at our elementary schools. This is one-time money and is available for the 22-23 school year.
HB-2078 - Grants for Outdoor Education programs was signed by the Governor. The state will provide about $10 million statewide to fund outdoor education programs, specifically for 5th and 6th graders. It also prioritizes high-poverty schools.
HB-1153 Language Access requires each district to implement a language access program to improve family and community access to district work. This bill was signed by the Governor. For districts with over 75 different languages, which is the case for Tukwila School District, they will fund 1 FTE person to implement a language access program. This will be one we will want to take advantage of.
SB-5793 - Stipends for low-income community members to participate in boards and committees was signed by the Governor. Anyone whose family income is 400% of poverty, approximately $100,000 for a family of four, allows for stipends. It does limit the compensation for transportation, food, childcare, etc. OSPI will produce a process for this.
SB - 5581 - Addressing pupil transportation allocation. This bill did not pass, however, there is an allocation in the budget bill to cover some of the expenses related to McKinney-Vento students, and students experiencing homelessness. They are working on trying to restructure the whole transportation allocation funding system.
HB 1664 - Add more nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists. They implemented an increase over a course of three years. In terms of counselors, we would get a .5 FTE counselor for each of our schools for next year. In 23-24 we would lose about a sixth of an FTE, which we would receive back the following year. They don't really implement an equity lens throughout this process. In addition, we would receive a .25 FTE, per year for the next three years. Social workers would increase to a .04 FTE each year for three years, and an increase of .01 for psychologists each year over the next three years.

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Special Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the March 22, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

Director Hoover made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

7. Board Discussion

A. Annual Staff Appreciation Celebration

Last year we had a virtual celebration via Zoom. Lunch was catered to each building, and there were several raffles. Ms. Kohr is asking for additional input from the Board. Ms. Kohr shared that in addition of raffles, we recognized staff for years of service with awards. The tentative date being considered is May 19th.

Director Morris likes the earlier date. In addition, there was some talk about gift bags for everyone along with raffle prizes. Do we want to do a hybrid meeting? Director Hoover asked what we did before COVID? Ms. Kohr replied we would rent a space, catered dinner, years of service awards, and retirements, as well as the Partner in Education award. Raffle prizes were distributed.

Director Bolerjack suggested that a survey is sent to staff requesting their feedback on virtual, or in person, lunch or dinner, food preference, local businesses, etc.

Director Larson suggested Foster High School commons if in person.

Director Hoover asked what is the budget for this event? Dr. Herndon shared that it was between $5,000 and $7,000.

Director Bolerjack and Director Morris will be the representatives of the Board for decisions regarding the event.

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Refugee and Immigrant Services

Director Hoover asked how does this overlap with our summer school program? Dr. Herndon shared that they are not the same program. Ms. Chen is not here tonight, but she will be able to respond when she returns.

B. Summer School Update - R&E Lens

Director Bolerjack asked how did we end up with only one elementary school hosting summer school. Mr. Croyle explained that this was due to staffing availability. Director Morris asked if we had looked outside of the district for instructors? Mr. Croyle shared that H.R. advised against that and we selected internal candidates and our substitute pool. Director Morris asked how many staff members would that be serving 350 students? Mr. Croyle shared that the closing deadline for staff to apply for summer School positions ended Friday. We are in the process of collecting all of the information and putting it together. An update will be provided in the next couple of days.

Director Hoover if there was a possibility of bringing in an after-school program that would extend through the summer? Mr. Croyle shared that we are working with Champions on a program for before and after school, as well as for spring break, and an extended program for the month of August. We will be doing a site visit next week in Kent. This program would extend to all three elementary schools.

C. WA Kids Report

9. Presentations

There were no presentations.

10. Action Items

A. Approval of WSSDA Legislative Positions

Director Bolejack made a motion to approve the WSSDA Legislative Positions.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

11. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

Director Larson called for Public Comment.

Deborah Kohr shared there were no public comments.

12. Executive Session

There was no Executive Session.

13. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Hoover made a motion to adjourn the Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.

March 22, 2022

Board Work Session

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Student Representative Recruitment - Visiting Student Groups

B. Review of Board Calendar

C. Communicating Changes to Saturday Board Meetings

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Aaron Draganov

Jennifer Jones

Liliana Cardenas

Veronica Birdsong

2. Presentations

A. Student Representative Recruitment - Visiting Student Groups

President Agpaoa Ryder opened the discussion on being intentional in recruiting for our next student representative. Dr. Herndon shared that in Spring, around April, the Foster High School Administration team crafts an email to all eligible students to promote the opportunity to apply for the Jr. Student Representative opening. Eligible students include Sophomores who will be Juniors or Juniors who will be Seniors if the Sr. Student Representative position is also available. We have wanted to make sure that communication for this opportunity goes out beyond the leadership class. We also post this opportunity on the District Facebook page and there is a presentation and video on our website under the Board of Directors. Director Larson would like to know how many people have looked at this? Also, is the link to this presentation/video included in the email to students? Dr. Herndon replied that he would connect with the FHS Administrators to make sure the link is included in the communication. President Agpaoa Ryder suggested that we connect with student club advisors for recommendations and student communication on the opening. Director Hoover recommended that the Board present to the students in Civic classes. Additionally, Director Hoover shared that Facebook is not relevant to younger persons. Perhaps we can ask for assistance in sharing a video or information on Instagram or tik tok. Director Larson suggested connecting with Jr. Student Representative Samuel Fiapito for feedback and suggestions as to the best social media platform to use for communicating with students. Director Morris shared that the Foster students have an Instagram page that they share information on.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared that with the suggestions and updates on the presentation, it would be nice to be able to start recruiting in April, with interviews to follow in May.

B. Review of Board Calendar

Dr. Herndon reviewed the Board Presentation Calendar for April through June 2022.

It was noted that due to virtual meetings, we have not been holding meetings at our Host Schools. Director Bolerjack asked if it would be possible to invite each host school to present virtually to the Board? Dr. Herndon replied that he would follow up with the principals.

Director Morris shared that the Technology Plan and the policy for Naming of Schools are not listed on the presentation calendar. Can those items be added to the calendar? Dr. Herndon replied that the Technology Plan is an action item and we normally do not add action items to the presentation calendar. The Naming of Schools policy will be included under Board Policies for review and approval, along with other policies that are to be approved.

Director Larson shared that because of the 2020 census, the Board is required to review our district boundaries to see if they are still relatively equal. Usually, a firm is hired to conduct an analysis. This can be done later in the year but needs to occur before the 2023 election. Dr. Herndon replied that we could add that item to the Fall of the 22-23 presentation calendar. He will connect with the City of Tukwila to see if they are also conducting a review of boundaries. Director Larson will send information on the firm that we have used before. Director Larson would like to see a presentation on all of the various community-based organizations. It would be helpful to know who they are, what they are doing, how are we evaluating them, how many schools are they in, how long they have been with us, and their effectiveness with students.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared that the Superintendent Evaluation and Board Self Evaluation need to be added as an item. This should be scheduled to be completed by the end of the school year so that we remain in compliance. Dr. Herndon will map out the best place to add these two items to the presentation calendar.

C. Communicating Changes to Saturday Board Meetings

President Agpaoa Ryder opened the discussion. In the last year or two, there has been adjustments made to meetings based on speaker availability or adjustments made, etc. This particular item is around communications so that all of us can get the information we need, especially if we are setting aside time on Saturdays and planning work around that day and time. How do we make sure everyone gets enough notice for changes? What is the process for this to ensure that everyone can attend?

Director Hoover shared that the approach is important. If the date needs to change, perhaps it should come to the Board as an inquiry to see if that change will work. Dr. Herndon agreed. There are several topics that do require all five (5) Board, Directors. This is a time that the meeting would need to be rescheduled. This is a significant investment of time, and we want to make sure its worthwhile for people to invest that time.

President Agpaoa Ryder Bridgette shared, that similar to the calendar, it would be helpful to map out the important topics that require all five Board Directors. If a member isn't available to attend, is there something that person can do to "participate" before the meeting?

Director Larson suggested that the Saturday meetings are scheduled on the calendar. In addition, if there is a possibility of a reschedule, there are programs like Doodle that can be used to request availability and what date would work instead. If there isn't another time, then the topic goes to the next regular Saturday meeting.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the Board Work Session at 5:28 p.m.

Special Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Special Board Meeting - Virtual via Zoom & Phone (5:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors:
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To receive and evaluate complaints or charges brought against a public officer or employee per RCW 42.30.110 (f)

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda of the March 22, 2022 Special Board Meeting.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor in the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Executive Session

President Agpaoa Ryder recessed the meeting to Executive session at 5:32 p.m. for approximately 30 minutes to receive and evaluate complaints or charges brought against a public officer r employee per RCW 42.30.110 (f).

A. Executive Session - To receive and evaluate complaints or charges brought against a public officer or employee per RCW 42.30.110 (f)

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting back to regular session at 5:59 p.m. There was no action.

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directos Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Director Absent:

None

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Special Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors;
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the March 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

D. Legislative Report

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the March 12, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the March 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

6. Board Discussion

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - March 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - February 2022

D. Grants - Quarterly Update

E. Inventory Assessment - Tukwila and Thorndyke Elementary

F. Early Warning Indicators

G. Dual Credits

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Inventory Assessment - Tukwila and Thorndyke Elementary

C. Approval of Overnight Field Trip Request

D. Approval Resolution No. 921 - Censuring of Board Director

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

11. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

Student Representatives Present:

Samuel Fiapito

Student Representatives Absent:

Harpneet Kaur

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Susie Kelly

Robin Allsopp

Fire Tablet

Veronica Birdsong

Debbie Aldous

Phone in caller

Aaron Dragonov

Courtney Marinez

Jennifer Jones

Paul Coblentz

Duane Meyer

Silvia Dicus

Ted Howard

Stephanie Chen

Pam Bila

Jennifer Fichamba

Liliana Cardenas

Jeff Baker

Tenesha Fremstad

Sharon moon

Kyla Crawford

Grace S

D. Welcome Message

President Agpaoa Ryder shared the Welcome Agreements.

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

Director Morris conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the March 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the March 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr reported there were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. The SRO conversations will resume this week. We will be meeting with students this Friday. After this meeting is done, we will bring all stakeholders back together to share the information, and discuss what the future of School Resources Officers might look like in Tukwila, and how it might be different. The listening sessions have been for stakeholders, but this one will be just for students. We are also in process of starting work on the Strategic Plan. We have contracted with the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE) out of the University of Washington. We had our first session on Friday with Administrators. After the session, we discussed how the session went and how things might be different for other stakeholder groups. Mr. Steach will start intentional outreach this week to several of our community groups, educational partners, etc. Once all feedback is received, it will be presented to the Board, and then help shape what the strategic plan will look like. The goal is to have the strategic plan finalized before the end of the school year.

We are also looking at the potential outcomes of some of the legislative bills, including impacts to our budget. One item was transitional kindergarten, which means enrolling students as soon as they turn five years old. Most school districts have a cut-off date and they only enroll students at that time. If the student's birthday is after the cut-off date, they would have to wait until the next year or apply for early entrance. Several districts had started to move towards enrolling students as soon as they were five years old, and no cut-off date. Bellingham School District has been doing this for at least ten years, and it really helps prepare students as they come into the school and helps with pre-k costs for families, and childcare settings. However, there is a challenge between OSPI and Youth and Family Services, so there is a suspension to transitional kindergarten at this time until several items are worked out. We were looking at this for Tukwila, but now we will wait and see what happens with the language at the state level.

Dr. Herndon reported being out in the buildings last week and it was wonderful to see students.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. We continue to make sure we are well stocked on PPE, and keeping a close eye on the date trends. We know there are concerns around the BA.2 variant. The cases for King County continue to decline, even with this variant. Currently, we have two (2) cases in our district. We hope the trends continue to decline. We will continue to connect with King County Department of Health. There have been several articles on the federal government's ability to continue to pay for COVID vaccinations. We continue to partner with organizations and will continue to offer vaccination clinics every three (3) weeks. The clinics have been going well. We have also had conversations with the City of Tukwila and King County regarding additional items we would need after COVID. We will continue to try to be prepared as possible.

Director Hoover shared that one of her biggest concerns is mental health, and anxiety in regards to the mask removal option. With your school visits, what have you noticed, how are people feeling? Also, have you received any additional comments, via the mask survey, on mask usage? Dr. Herndon shared that we have not received any additional comments. The responses were about 50/50. We will have another survey on this again. It is a good way to check in with staff and students on mask usage.

C. Directors' Reports

Director Hoover reported on a couple of items. She received the final go-ahead to begin work in schools on gender inclusion. She reported working closely with Principal Blanton, several teachers, and students on gender-inclusive bathrooms. We will also have some learning opportunities for staff, and students as well as an opportunity to ask questions.

Director Bolejack expressed her continued regret for the harm that was done to people by the personal story she told at the February 8th Board meeting. She offered an open invitation to anyone who would like to sit down and talk about the harm, as well as any resolution. She shared that she has reached out to all signers on the letters calling for her resignation and she hopes we will be able to meet. Director Bolerjack reported on working on the Multi-Language Learner Committee, formerly the Dual Language Committee, and looks forward to continuing this work. She reported that Komo 4 news highlighted the Tukwila Pantry and serving so many of our families. We have also met with the City of Tukwila to discuss a tiny home project that will be coming onto the campus to serve people living unsheltered in our city. Also, the Cottage Project that has been in the works for years, is finally breaking ground. This will bring 20 new three and four-bedroom homes for families in our community at an affordable cost. The garden in the back will be reinvented again. All of this is in an effort to remove systemic and personal barriers for people. She shared that she has been part of the Raise the Wage project for Tukwila. This is to raise the wages to be closer to the minimum wages in Seattle and Sea-Tac. This will go before the voters in the Fall of 2022. She shared she is working collaboratively with the Chamber of Commerce on Rotary Scholarships. This will be a new scholarship available for our students. She shared her church and the Tukwila Pantry continue to serve approximately 20 refugee families a week with household goods, clothing and a new community support system.

President Apgaoa Ryder shared that her report will center on amazing scholar leaders in our district and update and respond to what students had questions about or wanted a response to. This past Monday, the community-based restorative meeting, Steering Together, was centered and led by the students at Showalter Middle School. Before the meeting, students completed a survey on what they wanted adults to know, i.e. how things were, how they were doing, etc. The top item mentioned was understanding how hard this has been in terms of mental health and tiredness. This is still affecting students. Students are doing the best they can, and despite the challenges, they are showing up to learn. In addition, the student panel expressed that they want educators of color. The students want people in the building who have lived experiences. This includes mentors and amazing leadership to look up to. Students shared that they want to be acknowledged and listened to, especially when there are hurtful things happening, or they are being silenced, dismissed, or ignored. President Agpaoa Ryder publically thanked all of the student groups who participated. Puget Sound Education Service District had a student-led conference. Student leaders from multiple districts put on a student conference. She shared that she was part of the leadership panel for this conference. Students asked excellent questions and shared student voices on many topics. She shared that other districts, such as Highline, have a youth council team that meets with the Superintendent quarterly, or when there is an important topic. Additionally, districts have started building-level student advisory groups to provide input into decisions, various topics, etc.

In the Fall we heard from senior students as well as Showalter students, and really all students and families, have asked for more mental health resources and mental health promotion in the district. Niesha Fort-Brooks, City of Tukwila, and I had an opportunity to meet with twenty public mental health professionals that do community programing and the conversation was centered on what can be done for Tukwila and who needs to be at the table for these discussions. This was an initial meeting and a great start at getting these needs on the table for future discussion.

Director Morris reported that she was able to get out to all of the schools. She shared that every time she visits Foster High School, she is in awe of how gracious the students are. They greet visitors with such warmth, open doors, and chat with you, and it is nice to see the friendliness. Kudos to teachers for reinforcing that and to the students for instigating it.

Director Larson reported on several items. At our last meeting, he volunteered to provide a list and close the loop on the feedback received from the Civics class students that we visited. During that visits, we heard various comments, concerns, and issues from the students. He would like the Board to try and assemble, over the next month, a list of things that directly address some of the concerns that were brought up by the students. Director Larson asked the Board and Superintendent Herndon that if you are aware of anything that is going on that would address these issues, i.e. health issues, lunch issues, etc. please email Director Larson. Director Larson reported that he was a panelist on a webinar that the League of Education Voters gave related to the legislative session. I discussed primarily House Bill 1664 which would increase staffing in areas of nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists. It was a good forum to get the message out, and in particular, equity in the funding system. The Data Advisory Group, which is through Roadmap, meets quarterly. During this meeting, the discussion was on online school options. All of the districts have significant online options available to students at all levels. Director Larson requested a presentation on the online school options we have in our district for our students. There seems to be a pretty big demand in the surrounding districts for online school options. Director Larson attended the Budget Advisory Committee meeting. At this meeting, ideas were shared on how to spend the ESSER dollars. Ms. Birdsong has been doing an excellent job of getting out and talking to various groups in our district. Director Larson requested that a list of all the groups that have been engaged in this process is shared with the Board.

Jr. Student Representative Samuel Fiapito reported on several items. This past week, in leadership, we focused on doing kindness projects. We gave out free hot cocoa and cookies. On St. Patrick's day, we gave out little cards that said have a lucky day with a lollipop attached to it. We have also been working on Prom planning, which at this time is scheduled for a date in May. As for the mask option mandate, the transition process has been smooth because the majority of the student body still wears masks and those students who do not wear masks don't feel like they are not doing something wrong. There was a protest today that involved Showalter and Foster students. The protest was against sexual assault allegations against a student. Everything has been wild. Many students shared that do not feel safe because of these allegations. What does the Board plan on doing to resolve this issue that caused the protest today? President Agpaoa Ryder shared that Dr. Herndon would respond to this question. Dr. Herndon shared that we will be gathering information and a letter going out to parents. Mr. Fiapito shared several ideas, i.e. bringing awareness to this issue, teaching that sexual assault/harassment is not okay, and instituting repercussions for the students who did these actions.

Director Larson commented that there are policies and procedures, as well as the implementation of such procedures. Director Larson shared that the policies, procedures, implementation as well as investigative report be reviewed. Director Hoover asked if there was any education or discussion regarding social media? Mr. Fiapito responded that there was no education on social media and that there should be during advisory class.

Mr. Fiapito suggested that mental health days are implemented as well as students are really struggling.

D. Legislative Report

Director Larson reported on several updates. The report this week only includes the bills that have been passed and are awaiting the Governor's signature. The Governor has signed HB 1878. This would require schools with over 40% free and reduced lunch students to provide free meals to all students starting in 22-23. A lot of funding is based on the free and reduced count. Schools will be able to use the count we had for this year for funding. Eventually, the counts will be replaced with family income surveys. OSPI has released some strategies for families to fill out income surveys. This is important for the school district to have the surveys completed as funding will be based on these surveys. Additionally, E-Rate funding will be determined on the income surveys, and not the count.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the March 12, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the March 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and MORRIS)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

There were no items for Board Discussion.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - March 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - February 2022

D. Grants - Quarterly Update

Director Larson commented on the tribal and heritage grants. Are these all essentially funding our dual language program? Are we doing anything with tribal heritage or is it just dual language? Ms. Birdsong replied that the way the grants application is written, it covers three (3) different areas. We applied for dual language funding. We received two (2) grants that are federal and one (1) through the state. Ms. Chen shared that we received a two-year federal dual-language grant. We also received a grant of $60,000 this year for heritage for one year and another $60,000 for next year. Heritage means a different language, i.e. Somali, Spanish, etc.

E. Inventory Assessment - Tukwila and Thorndyke Elementary

Director Larson complimented the facilities group for having all the upgrades and/or repairs that need to be made set up for the summer.

F. Early Warning Indicators

Director Larson commented on the 9th-grade failure rate, where if a 9th-grade student fails a class, they are not on track to graduate. He shared that he notice that our LatinX and Black students were in the low end of this data. In the past, science and math classes were the primary classes causing this. Is this still the case? Mr. Baker replied that he could do a deeper dive into the data and provide information to the Board.

G. Dual Credits

Director Larson wanted to recognize and compliment the CTE staff at Foster for increasing access for our students to CTE classes, which give students alternative routes for graduation. Nice job to all!

8. Presentations

There were no items for Presentation.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Inventory Assessment - Tukwila and Thorndyke Elementary

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Inventory Assessment - Tukwila and Thorndyke Elementary.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of Overnight Field Trip Request

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Overnight Field Trip Request.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Mr. Fiapito asked what this field trip was for? Dr. Herndon replied that this is a college campus tour. Director Morris asked if it was open to seniors? Mr. Howard shared that the gear-up counselors are working with the 9th and 10th graders.

D. Approval Resolution No. 921 - Censuring of Board Director

Director Larson made a motion to approve Resolution No. 921 - Censuring of Board Director.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

The vote was not unanimous. The motion carried.

Board Directors For:

Director Larson

Director Hoover

President Agpao Ryder

Board Directors Opposed:

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris shared a statement: I wrote my comment out. Please bear with me as I read it to encapsulate all my thoughts. Over the last several weeks, it has been important to work towards a deep understanding of the thought being shared by so many members of the Tukwila community, through conversations I have had, through the statement made to the board, and through personal reflection. I kept coming back to the powerful words shared by the Black Student Union, as these students captured the essence of what we all strive for in our endeavor to create a climate of racial equity and unity. To quote:

“This incident is not the only incident of its kind taking place in the TSD. This particular incident happened to be recorded and publicly displayed for all to hear upon request. There are others occurring like this one occurring each day, and we are tired of the silence and erasure of our names, our identities and our excellence.” Their letter went on to say “We invite you, Director Bolerjack to SEE us, to remember our names, and authentically learn about our situations in OUR district. We invite you to meet with US and share how you currently see the world. We would like to know how you represent US, and if you don’t represent us, your seat on the board should be yours no more.” They continued with recommended reading. It is agreed that harm was done…not by just one board member but by all of us…for not speaking up. We accept that we erred. And - What a perfect time to honor the request of these insightful students to follow a plan towards improvement.

The students have suggested to us our next steps and a direction in how begin a response to this situation. What better response could WE have than to honor their wisdom in following what they see would provide growth and opportunity to move forward towards our ultimate goal of racial unity and equity? My inclination is that in their willingness to meet and have open conversations with Director Bolerjack, is that the students are open to working with individuals by being supportive to each of us in pursuing solutions. They have not requested immediate resignation, but rather they have requested an opportunity…an opportunity to work towards growth and knowledge and to consider alternative restorative practices by working together to foster the racial unity and equity we all want. From what I understand of these young adults and has been indicated with their message is they will be fair and just and truly work to understand and to be understood. We now have an opportunity to honor the willingness of the BSU members to work with Director Bolerjack. Therefore, at this time, I would like to table this resolution until Director Bolerjack has had the opportunity to meet with the BSU as they have so eloquently requested.

Director Hoover asked if the BSU specifically say they wanted this resolution to be tabled? Director Morris responded that this is her asking for the resolution to be tabled until BSU has had an opportunity to meet with Director Bolerjack.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared that as a Board, even before she started serving, the Board of Directors created a policy to implement throughout the district and approved that policy. Serving on the Board, it is a policy that we should model what courageous effort it takes, and acknowledge, oftentimes, the voices that are silenced, dismissed, ignored, or even villainized at times. This censure is actually the very least that we could do as Board Directors at our level. The truth is that there needs to be restorative practices at all different levels of the organization and that our students, families, and staff are deserving of so much better from every single one of us. Once again, it is important to center and not dismiss, very important points and requests from our community.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked to hear from Director Bolerjack. How has the response already happened? What is different? What is happening here that is different at this point?

Director Bolerjack shared point of order regarding a motion on the floor to table the approval of the resolution and asked if there would be discussion? President Agpaoa Ryder responded that we would have to first vote down the first motion to approve the resolution. Then we would entertain another motion. Director Larson shared the Roberts Rules of Order. A table motion is not debatable and takes a majority to pass. Therefore, if there is a motion to table, we vote on that. There is no discussion on motion to table. If the motion to table is voted down, we would move to the main motion of approval.

Director Morris made a motion to table Resolution No. 921 - Censuring of Board Director until Director Bolerjack has an opportunity to meet with BSU.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

The vote was not unanimous. The motion was not approved.

Board Directors For:

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Opposed:

Director Larson

Director Hoover

President Agpaoa Ryder

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

11. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m.

March 12, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, March 12, 2022

Special Saturday Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. Board Self Evaluation Work

B. Board Operating Principles and Practices

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. Board Operating Principles

President Agpaoa Ryder introduced Amy Cast, WSSDA who will be facilitating the meeting. Ms. Cast opened with an ice breaker. Ms. Cast guided the Board through several examples of operating principles from other districts. Each Board Director provided input on additional statements to be included to the current operating principles document. Ms. Cast noted the suggestions and facilitated a group review of current operating principles. A new draft document was crafted containing current and new statements. Director Hoover will make edits to the document based on the notes in the document and additional input from each Director. The updated draft document will be reviewed and discussed at an upcoming Board Meeting or Work Session.

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the Special Saturday Board Meeting at 12:01 p.m.

March 8, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the March 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

C. Legislative Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the February 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the February 19, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the February 22, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Minutes from the February 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

6. Board Discussion

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Early Learning Update

B. Food Services Update

C. Summer School Update - R&E Lens

D. Budget Process Preview - 2022-2023

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

11. Executive Session

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

Director Hoover - Excused

Student Representative Present:

Samuel Fiapito

Student Representative Absent:

Harpneet Kaur

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Helen

Bev Miller

Hsian-Yu Kuo

Veronica Birdsong

John Maupin

Fire Tablet

Jennifer Fichamba

Aracelis Urbina

Trevor Watt

Paul Coblentz

Robin Allsop

Jonathan Joseph

Hannah Maestro

Angela Meyer

Joe Camacho

Amy Cast

Aaron Draganov

Madyson Martin

Jennifer Jones

Karen Korol

Jovita McConnell

Kristen Theobald

Pam Bila

Silvia Dicus

Tenesha Fremstad

Jeff Baker

Jeannette

Courtney Martinez

Carrie Marting

Abiaill Tabason

Jenni Standard

Kelly Garrett

Kyla Crawford

Lisa

Mady Martin

Thu Tran

Stephanie Chen

Phone in Caller

Amber Johnston

D. Welcome Message

Director Bolerjack shared the Welcome Agreements.

Director Bolerjack shared a personal statement:

Friends and colleagues, it is with deep regret that I respond to the reports of hurt that I caused to others in the district and community with my statement on February 8, 2022. It was not my intent to do harm, but I understand that the impact was felt in a way not intended. I spent many hours in thoughtful reflection with myself and with others to understand how my words caused harm. I hear the concern that my absence at the last Board meeting also raised. Unfortunately, the statement I gave to the Board was not read and so you only got silence from me and I'm sorry for that. I can assure you that I have read the public comments and spent time reflecting on them. I want to thank the Foster High School Black Student Union, staff including the white, Black, Asian and Pacific Islander, and the LatinX and ChicanX staff. I also want to thank the Thorndyke Race & Equity Committee Leaders, Angela Meyer and Katrice Cyphers for their guidance, their growth, and their deep love for our community. In several of the letters, it was asked why I told the story I did. My intent was to honor and highlight a child that changed my life just as so many others spoke that night of those who had changed their lives. I find sometimes that we can't give names to our heroes and sheroes. They appear and disappear in our life in very fleeting ways. This one was a black hero for me. For me, running into her was not a moment of color blindness, but rather a busting up of the paradigm of my environment where demeaning language and offensive treatment of all black and brown bodies was an expectation. I immediately, even at six years old, began correcting my parents for the language they would use and the way they would speak about different neighborhoods in our own town. I am truly sorry that the language I used was offensive. I assure you I do not align dark skin with dirtiness, as has been suggested, nor did I intentionally violate anyone's space as we were two children who collided on a playground. Again, I am sorry for the way this was heard and the harm that it caused. It was truly an attempt to give honor to one of my sheroes. It's my hope that we can move forward as a learning community where harm is addressed and healing can take place. I am open to hearing from those who were harmed and I am open to sharing my regret, hear what healing might look like, and put an action plan in place. As recommended, I am in the midst of reading and re-reading several of the books suggested and am part of two reading groups where we discuss the content. I am dedicated to the recovery of trust over whatever time it takes, and to put in place the steps towards healing as determined by those who were harmed. In the next few weeks, I will work with the current Board Directors, consultants, and staff to discern our mutual opportunities to learn and grow. My commitment to this community, our students, staff, and residents of Tukwila has been strengthened through this experience as I learn and grow. I pledge going forward to center the voices of BIPOC persons and continue to explore and challenge the ways white supremacy and power inequities affect the way we work day to day. Our scholars and our community deserve nothing less.

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

Director Morris conducted the Land Recognition.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the March 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the March 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

Carrie Marting, Communication Director, reviewed the new public comment protocols. President Agpaoa Ryder shared the updated Public Comment Policy.

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr read the following Public Comments:

Foster High School Black Student Union - Katrice Cyphers, Caden Crawford, Kyla Crawford On Behalf of Foster High School’s Black Student Union: There was a Tukwila School District School Board meeting that took place on February 8, 2022, where the School Board attempted to honor Black Americans who have made contributions to our society, for Black History Month. Director Larson honored Katherine Johnson, a brilliant mathematician for NASA. Director Agpaoa-Ryder honored local Senator Rosa Franklin and Senator T’Wina Noble, the first Black Senator to serve in a decade. Director Bolerjack... we are not exactly sure who she honored or who her personal story highlighted to celebrate Black history month. It is clear Director Bolerjack did not recognize anyone but herself. Director Bolerjack explained, "when I was a little kid I lived in a pretty segregated town. I didn't know many people of color um but there was one girl with very very dark skin.” Director Bolerjack tells us that the little girl went to her school, she did not know her ethnicity, she did not know her name, she did not know what her situation was. She touched her skin and realized that her skin was “just like mine.” This is what changed how Director Bolerjack saw the world. A long silence proceeded after Director Bolerjack shared her personal story, when she was supposed to be honoring Black Americans on Black History Month. As a leader in an education institution, Director Bolerjack has plenty of resources to honor Black Americans. We have Black educators in our District who Bolerjack could have honored, and many Black Americans to Google, learn about, and celebrate. Director Bolerjack’s personal story was disappointing, but what was even more disappointing was the silence that took place afterward. Silence shows compliance. The meeting continued as if what was said was acceptable to all in attendance. We ask ourselves- Why does this keep happening? From the Boardroom to the classroom, why does this keep happening? Why is it acceptable to be silent when our leaders or educators cause harm? Why are they not being held accountable when presented with an opportunity to celebrate or even SEE Black students and instead only SEE themselves as they exist in their own world, apart from our Black students, our Black staff and our Black community? What do we have a district Racial Equity team for? Why do we have a board racial equity policy when clearly the Board allows “I don’t see color” storytime to take place in a Board meeting that is supposed to be honoring Black Americans and a public statement of recognition in the fight against anti-blackness. This incident is not the only incident of its kind taking place in the Tukwila school district. This particular incident happened to be recorded and publicly displayed for all to hear upon request. There are others like this one occurring each day, and we are tired of the silence and erasure of our names, our identities and our excellence. We invite you, Director Bolerjack, to SEE us, to remember our names, and authentically learn about our situations in OUR District. We invite you to meet with US and share how YOU currently SEE the world. We would like to know from you, how YOU represent US as a school Board member or if we even exist in YOUR world. If you do not SEE US, you cannot represent US, and if you don’t represent US, your seat on the Board should be yours no more. We would like to recommend some reading to Director Bolerjack, that would educate her on the work she needs to do and hopefully lead to further
ongoing learning:

How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X Kendi
White Fragility: Why it is so hard for White people to talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo
Me and White Supremacy by Layal F. Saad
White Tears/Brown Scars: How White Feminism Betrays Women of Color by Ruby Hamad
Ratchetdemic: Reimagining Academic Success by Christopher Emdin
Any of the numerous additional books, articles, biographies, documentaries, podcasts, films, exhibits, websites, trainings, authentic community-led conversations and/or events that help further the understanding of the impact of anti-blackness and the erasure of Blackness throughout history and into our present day

LatinX and ChicanX Foster High School Staff - Areclis Urbina, Jorge Torres, Andrea Gamboa, Andrew Giron, Joe Camacho, Gaudalupe Mahoney, Diego Nunez, Silvia Dicus-Mora - The Latinx and Chicanx staff of Foster High School are uniting and communicating our unwavering support of our Black colleagues, students, and community members in their pain, disappointment, and frustration in reaction to the recent comments made by Director Jan Bolerjack at the last School Board Meeting and stand together in demand of her resignation from her position. On February 8, 2022, Director Bolerjack demonstrated a monumental gap in her own racial literacy and a complete lack of sensitivity and awareness of the power of language in her performative presentation of a personal anecdote she shared as part of the Board’s effort to honor and celebrate Black excellence in our history. Director Bolerjack is unfit to serve the Tukwila community if she cannot understand the privilege she holds and wields in her position of power as a white woman and School Board member, and we are demanding her immediate resignation. In an effort to avoid re-traumatizing our Black community and reliving the moment itself, we will simply state our reasons why Director Bolerjack’s actions merit an immediate resignation from her current position:

Director Bolerjack’s entire presentation was performative and white-centered and lacked the thoughtfulness, sensitivity, and preparation that other Board members demonstrated in their own presentations to the community that evening. While other Board members’ presentations were informative and celebratory of significant Black figures in our history with the purpose of celebrating Black excellence, courage, and joy, Director Bolerjack’s anecdote centered herself, her own experience and feelings, and contributed to the erasure and de-centering of Black celebration and excellence in that moment. Tukwila’s BIPOC community is weary and frustrated of performative acts and expects our leaders to demonstrate authentic growth in their own racial literacy and intentional centering and uplifting of our Black community in all spaces.
Director Bolerjack shows no real understanding of the disconnect between intent versus impact. She will likely argue that her intentions were in-keeping with the Board’s goals that evening in some way. That she didn’t mean to cause harm. But this will just solidify our point of her cluelessness as to just how hurtful and inconsiderate her anecdote was. Her words in describing an unnamed person with “dark, dark skin” whom she couldn’t even remember, and the lack of reflexivity or acknowledgement of how problematic that entire narrative was, even as she was “6 or 7” years old, demonstrates her thoughtlessness and carelessness that caused real harm and pain to our Black community members in that space. She centered herself in that anecdote and couldn’t even add a reflective segment to the anecdote acknowledging her privilege or her commitments to her own learning and growth as a result of the experience she shared.
Director Bolerjack’s anecdote upholds colorblindness, which goes against our vision as a community to be anti-racist, identity-sustaining, and culturally competent. Our BIPOC community does not want to hear that “our skin is the same.” This statement upholds the erasure and minimization of the pain and struggle of Black and Brown communities and the systemic and institutional racism that exists in this country. “Our skin” is not the same, and if we have to explain that to a Board member, then that person cannot represent our community. The child in Director Bolerjack’s anecdote was a person with a whole life and dreams, and while the Director emphasized the impact this person had on her, she could remember buildings better than the human being she was referencing. And while in her mind the Director might believe that highlighting that they had “the same skin” and that she didn’t even know what this child’s ethnicity was shows some sort of racial acceptance, it’s in actuality showing how little she understands about the struggle, pain, and experiences of BIPOC even to this day.

We urge the Board to avoid viewing this situation as simply an isolated one. How many times have BIPOC been harmed in our schools and district spaces, only for time to pass and for it to be forgotten? What does accountability and healing in the Tukwila School District look like moving forward? How do you as leaders and representatives of this community model equity, inclusivity, and cultural competence in all your duties? What is it going to take for the Board to be a force of change in this district? This continuous harmful cycle diminishes our BIPOC community’s soul, efforts, and hope. Our BIPOC community is tired of being used to market Tukwila as a “diverse” community, as a place where multiple racial identities, cultures, and languages are represented, but then cannot feel valued, honored, and celebrated in authentic ways by its own leaders. We ask that Director Bolerjack step aside and open space for a person who is ready to represent and uplift their community in genuinely positive ways. And we implore that Board members listen carefully to Foster’s Black Student Union and Black staff and honor their recommendations on how to repair this harm moving forward.

Thorndyke Race and Equity Committee - This message comes to you today from a place of frustration. At the last board meeting, comments were made that carried Anti-Black sentiment. As board members each took time to research and recognize the achievements and positive impacts of notable Black people to share at the beginning of the meeting, one board member's recognition was not that at all; Instead, it was a story of this board member's personal journey, centering themselves and thereby their white identity, recognizing their own discovery that people of color are in fact, people. There was no naming of any notable Black person, there was no honoring of any Black person's achievements, no story of the journey or accomplishments of any Black person. We, in the audience of these words did not hear the story of any of the many inspirational Black people who made our world, country, state, city, or community a better place. Instead, we heard the story of how a Tukwila School Board director, at a young age, learned, that dark-skinned people, have skin too; We heard that this board director's learning occurred through the accidental violation of touching a dark-skinned person; We heard that this board director had a pivotal moment in their life at the expense of a young, nameless, solitary girl of color, who the board director never befriended. In a district as diverse as ours, this caused harm; Harm to our students, harm to our staff and harm to our community. To have someone so disconnected from the lives of those they serve, be in a position of power and authority over decisions regarding those same lives, causes harm. In a district as diverse as ours, we need leaders actively working towards an anti-racist climate. We need leaders who do not perpetuate anti-Blackness. It is our hope that this wrong will be made right and evidenced through work done and accountability measures taken, to ensure that we are working towards obtaining an anti-racist board of directors that will lead Tukwila into an Era that actively seeks to eliminate racial harm caused to the staff, students and community it serves.

Asian and Pacific Islander Foster High School Staff - Alex Crawford, Eric Hall, Nurryyah Ibrahim, Khanh Vy le, Hongyan Newton, Anthony Pascual, Mylene Patton, Kevin Pratap, Shay Sarino, Millais Tsang, Jordon Wong, Sabarina Yurad - We, the Asian and Pacific Islander staff of Foster High School, demand a public apology and/or resignation from Director Jan Bolerjack for her comments about the “dark, dark skin” people on February 8, 2022. We stand together with our fellow staff of color and express our support for our Black students, colleagues, and community members who were directly harmed by her comment. The impact of Director Bolerjack’s comments reverberated through our buildings and the Tukwila community at large. Many of our colleagues of color expressed anger, frustration, and resentment over the pain from the comments that still lingered heavily on their minds. As a Board Member of the Tukwila School District, you were elected to serve the students, families, and community at large. In a district where over 90 percent of students identify as BIPOC, our leaders must be culturally responsive, respectful, and honor the diversity of the community it serves. Our diversity is not a statistic; it is lived experiences. While Director Bolerjack’s intention may have been different, its impact on our students, colleagues, and community was hurtful. Director Bolerjack’s personal anecdote as a white woman with privilege overshadowed the moment of honoring and celebrating Black excellence. It was heartbreaking that Director Bolerjack was unable to honor and celebrate Black legacy during Black History Month. Even in naming historical figures past and present, she has failed to name one that has helped impact and reflect on her work in the community. In context, the issue put forward at the board was that Black students are not participating in STEM classes due to students' lack of role models. This data point should lead our work towards cultural responsiveness. As staff members, we hope that our leaders can lead by example. The statement made by Director Bolerjack demonstrated a severe lack of awareness of racial literacy and sensitivity to our students, colleagues, and community experience. Her anecdote objectifies her experience down to how the little girl’s skin felt like hers, refusing to acknowledge the difference in every aspect of life or the privilege that she inherits. Director Bolerjack gave no thought to what the experience of the “dark skin” person that she ran into would have been like. To us, Director Bolerjack’s inability to reflect on this childhood experience with a more informed perspective shows a lack of awareness and any genuine attempts towards racial equity or cultural responsiveness. We are curious and disappointed as to why no one addressed the harm being done at that very moment. Regardless, it is clear that there is a need for courageous leaders to step up now and take appropriate, authentic, restorative action. We, the Asian and Pacific Islander staff at Foster High School, ask that the board address the matter and provide communication about the restorative actions taken to repair the harm done to our students, colleagues, and community members by Friday, March 4. In solidarity, Asian and Pacific Islander Staff of Foster High School

Angela Meyer - Office Manager - Cascade View Elementary - Director Bolerjack has been silent regarding her racist remarks made at the February 8th board meeting and her continued silence is resonating loudly with our students, staff, and community. It says that she doesn’t care about the hurt she has caused. It says that she doesn’t take accountability for the trauma she exposed our community to. Because she missed the February 22nd meeting, she wasn’t able to hear the statement made by Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder. She didn’t hear the hurt and trauma she caused. She didn’t hear her break down in tears because of the way she has been treated by her fellow board members. She didn’t hear the anger and sadness she feels because of the racism that she has experienced and continues to experience. And most of all she didn’t hear the resiliency and the fierce determination from Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder and Director Hoover to be the catalysts in working to stomp out the rampant racism in the district. Director Bolerjack must be held accountable for her actions. She must step down and resign her position tonight. Sadly we also learned that the exact voices we needed to hear were once again silenced. Public comments were omitted from the Foster High School Black Student Union, the Foster High School Black, Latinx and Chicanx teachers and the Thorndyke Race and Equity team. When will this district stop inflicting hurt and trauma on our BIPOC staff and students? The district had a chance to step up to the plate and accept responsibility for this oversight but instead chose to place the blame on Google. In the almost three years since students and staff from Foster bravely confronted the board regarding the racism they have been subjected to, there is a question that still needs answered:

Were the students and staff that participated in the abhorrent racism towards our BIPOC students and staff disciplined or reprimanded?

The community deserves answers and most of all, our students and staff that were subjected to this disgusting behavior need answers. Students and staff of color are treated much differently than their white counterparts in this district and until the systemic racism is dealt with by district administration, we are going to continue to lose talented staff. It seems as though there are some in district administration that would rather bury their heads in the sand and hope it all goes away instead of confronting this problem head-on. We could have Race and Equity meetings every day but that does not solve the problem. Our educators of color continue to be demoralized and dehumanized. They are painted as being angry, hostile and not to be taken seriously. They are spoken to with condescending tones and told to sit down, be quiet, and do as they are told. Our district leaders need to be held accountable. Those that continue to perpetuate the racism in our schools need to be held accountable. As Mary McLeod Bethune said “If we accept and acquiesce in the face of discrimination, we accept the responsibility ourselves and allow those responsible to salve their conscience by believing that they have our acceptance and concurrence. We should, therefore, protest openly everything…that smacks of discrimination or slander.” The district needs to be uncomfortable and held accountable for their inaction. Our students deserve better. Our staff deserves better. Our community deserves better.

Kina Miller - Community Member - I am writing this note in support of Reverend Jan Bolerjack. Jan has been a pillar in the community, and a voice for the voiceless for as long as I have known her. She is kind, supportive, and continuously fights for the underdog. I have only known Jan to be fair and honest and to always lead with grace and care. It is unfortunate to see a childhood story taken into the context of such a heavy accusation but the Jan I know will learn from this experience, and be even better than she was before. I do hope things play in her favor, as the community would suffer a great loss not having Reverend Jan in a leadership role.

Mady Martin - Student - Being the Ambassador for Equity, I am very disappointed that some of you have not been teaching the WoS lessons. I get it, it’s something that you may not want to teach or that you may not be comfortable teaching, but do you see where I am getting at? It’s not all about you. By not teaching us the importance of these issues us students will never learn. The school gives you the opportunity to provide these students with resources they may not have access to, use that to educate others and yourselves while you have the privilege to do so. My point is we HAVE to learn from generations before us to really create change. If we stay silent, if we don’t unlearn and re-teach change and impact then we can’t do anything! Now, here is the time to not be selfish. We are the generation that has to fight for change. We are the ones that are organizing walkouts, standing and marching in protests and fighting for equal rights. Look at how much we can do without you but WITH YOU, we can do so much more. With not only your support but your teaching as well, all of us can aim for social change. The purpose of WoS is to get students to acknowledge the suffering that came before us so that when it comes to our turn in line, we are ready to take off and fight against anything that comes our way. By teaching all of things, all of the parts (even the bad) it helps to create a wonderful future for us all. Please take my letter into consideration. I am not saying you have to agree with me, you don’t have to like my opinion either. All I ask is that you read it with careful thought and consideration.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We are planning several active listening sessions to receive input on our strategic direction and plan for the district. There will be sessions for students, staff, and community members. We will have several opportunities for people to participate and some intentional outreach as well. There is no limit to the number of participants. We know that Race and Equity issues are first and foremost in the minds of people in the district as it is an area that we need to continue to improve. Having feedback on how it looks, expectations, and metrics in our strategic plan will be important to hear directly from the various stakeholder groups. Scheduling is currently in process and we should have dates soon.

We are currently working through the budgeting process, applying a race and equity lens to what the budget will look like for next year. There is a lot of consideration to what that might be, other impacts we may have, and then prioritizing. Feedback on the budget is vital.

Our building race and equity teams continue to meet. Currently working on better coordination and increased participation. Most of the buildings are doing outstanding work. We want to provide additional support where needed to assist students, staff, and parents as much as possible.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. A couple of weeks ago, Governor Inslee made a statement regarding changes in the COVID-19 policy. Late last night, the state Department of Health updated its guidelines as far as requirements and options for school districts. We are currently reviewing the updates. There was a statewide webinar with the State Superintendent to review those changes. they do make reference to local health jurisdiction, which would be the King County Department of Health. Dr. Herndon met briefly with them today to understand when their guidelines were coming out and if there were any differences between the updated state guidelines. They are expecting to release their updated guidelines tomorrow. There is a reference in the guidelines leaving open local health jurisdictions making adjustments according to local conditions. We did communicate a statement that we would update any new guidance.

Our PPE supplies are plentiful, so any staff or students who may need masks, tests, etc. please reach out to our District Nurse or Maintenence Department.

C. Legislative Update

Director Larson reported the legislature is coming to the end of their session. Once the session ends, it takes approximately one month for the approved bills to be signed, implemented, etc. It appears that the following bills will get through this session:

HB 1664 - Add more nurses, social workers, counselors, psychologists. Smaller class sizes. - There was also a recent addition of parent involvement coordinators. We could have our Community Liaisons funded through this. The funding will be phased in over the next three years.
HB 1590/SB 5563 - Enrollment stabilization - Continue to use 2019 enrollment numbers for BEA allocation and local levies) - This is good news as local enrollment continues to decline over the past couple of years. It looks like we may get 50% of this to help make up for the enrollment decline.
SB 5581 - Addressing pupil transportation allocations - Over the next couple of years, provide more funding for Special Education students and McKenny-Vento students
SB 5793 - Stipends for low-income community members to participate in boards and committees - The stipend would be up to $200
HB 1153 - Language Access - requires each district to implement a language access program to improve family ad community access to district work - This would provide a .5 FTE to implement better language access and develop a language infrastructure
HB 2078 - Grants for Outdoor Education programs - This would help fund our OSPREY camp for 5th graders and not use levy funds.
HB 2078 - Require schools with over 40% F&R students to provide free meals to all students starting in 22-23 - This would be all of our schools and the state would fund this. This would allow us to not have to keep track of students who are not paying for meals, etc. This appears to be a good benefit for our district and students.

Director Larson reported on meeting with the City of Tukwila regarding the safe routes to school issues. On South 152 between Interurban and South 42nd, which is a walking route for Thorndyke students, has no sidewalks. The City has secured grants to fund sidewalks and will be working on that over the next couple of years. In addition, on the South 44th Bridge, the City confirmed it is on their list for upgrades. They did apply for a federal grant but did not receive funding. They agreed to submit a request for funding through State Representative David Hackney's office. An updated estimate for the repairs/updates will be included.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the February 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the February 19, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the February 22, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Minutes from the February 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

There are no items for Board Discussion.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Early Learning Update

Director Larson asked what percentage of our preschool students have access to high-quality early learning programs? Information can be sent to him at a later time.

B. Food Services Update

Director Larson thanked all the food services workers for their hard work during COVID and for getting food distributed to students and families.

C. Summer School Update - R&E Lens

D. Budget Process Preview - 2022-2023

Director Larson commented that it would be great if we can record the various community groups that the Chief Financial Officer met with for the budget process. Ms. Birdsong replied that she would add that information.

8. Presentations

There are no items for Presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Human resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Board budget Priorities - 22-23.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr read the following Public Comment:

Kristin Theobald - Teacher - Foster High School - At the last school board meeting, members of the white staff submitted a letter for public comment. In this letter, they vehemently asked for Director Bolerjack’s resignation. Their letter was the only one from Foster High School that was read, despite there having been other letters submitted that were asking for a similar action. It seems that Director Bolerjack, you have no intention of resigning. I ask that you reconsider this. Perhaps after hearing some of the other letters tonight that were not read at the last Board Meeting, it will be clearer the harm that was caused to the community with your anecdote. To choose not to resign is to prioritize your feelings over the trauma of those you hurt, which is a symptom of white supremacy. Perhaps you could have saved face and tried to repair some of the harm that was caused if you had acknowledged and apologized as soon as you were aware that that is what you had done. To have gone a month without so much as acknowledging the harm you have done, let alone apologizing, is unforgivable. Continuing in this position is a slap in the face to those who have been harmed and shows you still don’t understand the severity of the fallout from your actions. If Black Lives truly Matter to the Tukwila School District School Board, Director Bolerjack will resign from this position. You cannot serve this community in a position of power while you continue to cause harm to its members. You cannot continue to serve this community when so much trust has been destroyed. It is time to step aside and continue to work on yourself.

11. Executive Session

There are no items for Executive Session.

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Morris made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m.

February 22, 2022

Board Work Session

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the work session to order at 5:01 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

Director Bolerjack - Excused

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Carrie Marting

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Helen

Jeff Baker

Phone in Caller

Ted Howard

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

#1 - Create a Culture of equity, trust, honesty, respect and positive relationships

Staff Appreciation - funding will be a part of the budget. The Board requested feedback from staff on ideas and thoughts and how they feel appreciated. Ms. Birdsong shared that we would seek out staff input. Director Hoover shared that she agrees with removing the "event" piece and keeping it as staff appreciation that can be acknowledged throughout the year.
Quality input from non-staff community members and students - payment to students, etc. is considered a gift of public funds and not allowable. However, there may be grants that would support this. President Agpaoa Ryder shared there are various community groups that work with school districts. Highline School District is currently working with several groups that do this work and provide stipends. Ms. Birdsong shared that this is a viable option and she would connect with other districts for additional information, including looking for a resolution that reinforces this as part of the district's direction. Director Larson shared that Senate Bill 5793 is still alive in the legislature. If approved, SB 5793 would allow stipends for low-income community members to participate in boards and committees.
Building translation infrastructure - Director Larson shared House Bill 1153, if passed, would require each district to implement a language access program to improve family and community access to district work. If passed, this would provide additional funding to districts for this work. Director Larson suggested that an ongoing survey for the community could be helpful. Currently, the City of Tukwila has a community phone line where community members can call in and alert the city about various issues, etc. We need a similar program in place that will allow community members to bring up various topics, issues or concerns, along with a way to get the information to the correct person or department for further discussion and solutions.
Share power, be inclusive (CBO's, Parent networks, etc.)

#2 - Develop a clear focus on engaging students through the design of instruction through curriculum, experiences, work, and supports to ensure student achievement.

Race and Equity - Currently has a budget of $75,000 and this amount will remain. Director Hoover asked how much of this funding has been used. Ms. Birdsong will look at the current and previous three-year expenses and follow up with the Board.
Creative Learning Labs - Director Larson suggested that this remain on the document. Although we have created equitable access, we need to focus now on how to keep our labs current and up to date.
Design and implement an academic acceleration program for all students with a special focus on the 60% of students who are 2 or more grade levels behind.
Summer School for students that are below grade-level expectations, highly capable students from categorical funding sources, and students that need credit recovery - We hold summer school each year
Increases collaboration with our community and faith-based organizations, i.e. Boys and Girls club - There is no budget attached to this. This should be a goal, not a budget priority. Director Larson shared that there is work that the District needs to do to make the relationships happen. There is still a need to increase the involvement. There is still a budget line connected to this work, perhaps the communications budget. We need a priority for family engagement and community engagement.
Establish and maintain community partnerships/relationships and increased communication - There is no budget attached to this. This should be a goal, not a budget priority.
Social and Emotional Learning support fr staff and students - Sound Discipline is working with the building leadership and Ruler has been rolled out to leadership.
Mental Health Supports and services - This has been added as a budget priority.
K-3 class sizes to maximize state revenue - Removed - There is no cost to maintain the K-3 class size of 17.
Outdoor Education(Osprey Camp) - The funding for this will remain. Director Larson noted that there is a bill going through legislation right now, and if passed, it would fund outdoor education.
Dual Language - Director Larson commented that we need to make sure that we have a sufficient budget to launch and support (staffing, software, etc.) the program.
High-Quality Pre-K in all elementary schools -
Review needs for increased Community Liaisons - This can be removed. We have hired a Vietnamese liaison and we are in the process of hiring a second Spanish liaison.
Increase support for the Arts, specifically Band, Choir, Drama - Remove "support" and add "increase the access to". Is increasing access, is that a school employee or a community partner?
Biotech to expand and support the CTE program - CTE dollars would be available to support this.

#3 - Ensure and communicate structures of sustainability and continuity are in place that results in increased student, staff, and community commitment to and ownership of the direction of the district.

Communications - School-based and administration stipends will continue. We do have a.75 Communications Director. Improving communication structures that are responsive. Create more specific languages.

Financial stability -

Performance Audits - Every five (5) years per policy 6550
Ending Fund Balance - 9% for 20-21
Ending fund balance - 6% for 22-23
Utilize all available funds effectively for the benefit of our students, e.g. no givebacks or money left on the table.

Safety issues -

Immunizations - No cost to the district to be compliant with WA state law.
Lead in water faucets - Retest all faucets after construction and every three 3) years (all below 5ppb with a plan to get all below 1ppb (DOH guidelines). All faucets with 1ppb or higher were replaced in 19-20.
Ventilation evaluation of current systems and their capacity. Create a plan for future upgrades to address air quality/exchanges/filters.
Staffing - ensuring staffing levels are there to provide safety for students and staff.
R&E Professional Development - capacity building, leadership development, and opportunities for families to be a part of leadership.
Mental health - health and safety - President Agpaoa Ryder commented, from the student perspective, all students need to understand what sexual harassment and sexual safety is, gender-inclusive and safe spaces, and bystander training. In terms of how to respond if you witness a racial slur, bullying, etc. This is related back to student safety and a sense of belonging in order to learn. Director Larson shared that the process for students to report bullying has been discussed previously. It is an anonymous reporting system, however, there needs to be a staff member who monitors any reports. Director Larson expressed that an app to report bullying would work well for students. Mr. Howard commented in chat that this is in place with the new school app and the report will o to the principals for each school. This will be in place for the 22-23 school year.

School lunch nutritional standard - The "nutritional standard" piece is removed as the district has exceeded current nutritional standards. President Agpaoa Ryder shared student input regarding satisfaction with lunches. Director Larson shared that an ongoing system needs to be established for students to provide feedback and suggestions regarding student lunch and meals. Ms. Birdsong commented that Mr. Watt, Director of Food Services, does send out student surveys regarding lunches, feedback, etc.

#4 - Design a recruitment and on-boarding system that hires, retains, empowers, and provides leadership pathways for high-quality staff that believe in the direction of the district.

Hire a workforce reflective of our community - Establish working relationships with Historically Black colleges. We need to have more multi-lingual staff. Additional identifiers include immigrant identity preferred, a graduate of HBCU preferred, first-gen preferred. We need to be more intentional in our screening. Our workforce should be reflective of our community. We have 90% BIPOC that we serve every day.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Work Session.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the Work Session at 6:01 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the February 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

D. Legislative Report

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and AGPAOA RYDER))

B. Approval of Minutes from the January 22, 2022 Saturday Board Retreat

C. Approval of Minutes from the January 25, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Minutes from the January 25, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

E. Approval of Minutes from the February 8, 2022 Board Work Session

6. Board Discussion

A. Policy No. 1430 - Public Comment

B. Inclusive Spaces - Update

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - February 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - January 2022

D. Technology Plan Update

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Policy No. 1430 - Public Comment

B. Approval of Technology Plan 2021-2025

C. Approval of Out of State Travel Request

10. Executive Session

11. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

Director Bolerjack

Student Representative Present:

Samuel Fiapito

Student Representative Absent:

Harpneet Kaur

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Duane Meyer

Jennifer Fichamba

Kelly Gifford

Katrice Cyphers

Tenesha Fremstad

Aaron Dragonov

Courtney Martinez

Aracelis Urbina

Debbie Aldous

Paula

Veronica Birdsong

Jonathan Joseph

Kyla Crawford

Angela Meyer

Joe Camacho

A. Gamboa

Abigail Tabason

Phone in Caller

Carrie Marting

Ted Howard

Brad Bjorlo

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Grace Saturnino

Maggie Shay

Thu Tran

Katarina Krueger

Jenni Standard

Hannah Maestro

Emma Wohl

Laura Lubash

Nancy Kawai

Sharon Moon

Shereese Rhodes

D. Welcome Message

Director Hoover shared the Community Agreements.

Director Hoover acknowledged that these are great agreements, but they are just words on paper until they are put into practice and into action. We missed an opportunity as a Board to put these agreements into practice. Director Hoover read the following statement:

On February 8th, we as a Board were given the opportunity to celebrate the contributions of and uplift black voices, experience, and accomplishment. Unfortunately, this resulted in the reinforcement of white supremacy norms and harm to members of our community, staff, and students. While the responsibility of this harm does not lie fully with me, my action or lack thereof spoke volumes. I missed the opportunity to practice these norms of courageous conversations, to disrupt anti-blackness and I allowed the perpetuation of racial harm. Instead, I just shared my own recognition and stayed silent, one of the most harmful mechanisms of whiteness. For this, I am truly sorry. To the community members who I let down, I am sorry. As a member of the school Board, we have not just a responsibility, but an obligation to recognize the power and privileges that we hold and act in ways, not just in our words but in our actions that actively disrupt and dismantle harmful racial oppression throughout our systems. While I will not always be perfect, I won't always see things due to my own privilege, I commit to doing better, calling out injustices in the moment, not letting those go by, and perpetuate the harm that I know so deeply impacted people on February 8th. I want to work towards our collective power and uplifting the collective power of our BIPOC individuals throughout our diverse community.

Director Larson shared that he agrees with Director Hoover's sentiments and wanted to acknowledge that the Board received a lot of communication regarding the February 8th meeting, and as a Board, we need to have a formal response. One of the ways that this can be done is through a Board Resolution. We would acknowledge that harm has been caused and that some of the things that happened were not consistent with our race and equity policy, which states ensuring each TSD site is welcoming and inclusive of all members. Director Larson recommends that as we go forward that we consider, in response to the community and input received, that we develop a resolution to again acknowledge the harm that was done and that it was not consistent with our policies.

Director Morris shared that she appreciated Director Hoover's words and that she fully supports Director Larson's suggestion in regards to developing a Resolution. Director Morris apologized for anything she may have said or done to anyone that may have offended anyone in any way. That is never our intent.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared something from her heart and what she saw herself falling back into after the hurt happened at the last meeting. She started with the following quote from Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu "Far too often people think of themselves as just individuals, separated from one another, whereas you are connected and what you do affects the whole world. when you do well, it spreads out for the whole of humanity". She shared the following personal experience: Sit down, stay quiet, and don't cause any trouble. At fourteen years old and a sophomore in high school I walked up to the teacher and whispered to them that I did not want to be there and I did not want to complete the assignment. The teacher's response was "well go sit down, stay quiet, and don't cause any trouble". Now the licensed therapist and college professor who is training the next generation of counselors and social workers, I know now that that student was a young person in pain. A young person who could not focus on learning because of much pain in their life. The words I now know as an invitation to help. The fourteen-year-old student learned that having needs was to be silenced. Speaking up was causing trouble and expressing that something was not right or ok and that black or brown students' needs were not valued. They are a problem. Since then, and throughout my career in education and health systems, I have witnessed time and time again where people speak up and alert those with privilege and power a need to improve. That what is happening is wrong and people are harmed and so they are harmed. They are ignored, they are silenced and dismissed by people who want the status quo. I ask each of us, how did you respond? How do you show up each day to identify, acknowledge and work to heal the racial trauma. This is what racial trauma is. Racial trauma occurred every time I walked into that classroom with that teacher because he wanted me to be invisible and silent. In his privilege, he wanted the status quo. He did not want to be uncomfortable and serve all students. He viewed me, not as a worthy, amazing scholar leader in the making. He viewed my needs as a nuisance and wanted to maintain the status quo. It happened until I quit school and left home at the end of the semester. I was not going to stay where I was not treated as if I did not matter. How many thousands of black and brown students have been treated like that and will continue to be harmed because of how people in education cause this trauma. And by not acting on it, continue to perpetuate the trauma. Collegueages are not holding colleagues accountable for the harm done. So the racial trauma continues into my third year, witnessing or experiencing racial trauma again and again. At the last meeting, I was hurt. In hopes that each Board member would be able to understand the impact and anti-black racism caused harm, I made calls to each of my colleagues. Two members on the Board ended that call saying I'm sorry and wanted to know what could be done to heal the anti-black racism and harm caused. Over 90% of the students and families served are BIPOC. How is it representative that 80% of the Board do not have BIPOC identities? In educational leadership, we ought to be creating space for the next generation of leaders. How is it that we're not, as a Board, English Language Learners? How is it that we do not have a community member on our Board who has an immigrant or migrant identity? As a Filipina Mastista mom of Tukwila scholars, I am standing in solidarity with our black scholars, families, staff, and educators. You are deserving of leadership who will demonstrate cultural responsiveness, who will use any power or privilege a leader has to transform the structures in our district that perpetuate harm. You are deserving of the healing and honor of the brilliance that you bring every day to this district. This is the racial equity competency work needed by every director, every administrator, every teacher and staff serving youth, serving colleagues and families in Tukwila. So to every black and scholar of color, family, and staff that has been told by someone in education that you need to sit down, stay silent, and don't cause trouble, or has been traumatized by a teacher or community leader, and for those colleagues and families with identities with privilege in our schools who witness students, families, colleagues who are harmed by being dismissed, ignored and silenced, I center a few quotes from a politician and civil rights advocate Elijah Cummings In honor of Black History Month. "Did we stand on the sidelines and say nothing? Do not be quiet. You are to get up and get into good trouble, necessary trouble. The mission is one that comes out of a vision that was created long, long ago. It is a mission and a vision to empower people, to make people realize that the power is within them, and they too can do the things that they want to do."

E. Land Recognition - Director Morris

Director Morris conducted the Land Recognition.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the February 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

President Agpaoa Ryder requested an amendment to the agenda. Agenda Items 7.D and 9.B to be tabled until additional Race and Equity work is completed.

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the February 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting as amended.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

The following public comments were read.

Brad Bjorlo, Brendan Carpenter, Jessica Crandall, Emily Dejulio, Jennifer Fichamba, Kata Krueger, Julie Lane, Laura Linde, Eryn Pate, Tim Renz, Sean Riley, Michelle Rocket, Matiah Shaman, Maggie Shay, Jenni Standard, Carrie Stradley, Renee Sylvain, Kristin Theobald, Claudi VanCleemput, Lucas Weisbecker, Kari Young, Zachary Lundgren - Foster High School - We, members of the white staff of Foster High School, are writing to demand the immediate resignation of Director Jan Bolerjack. Her comments in regards to celebrating Black excellence at the February 8, 2022 Board meeting make clear that she is unfit to serve in a position that necessitates a deeper understanding of the impacts of white supremacy in our schools and district. We support our Black colleagues, students, and community members who have expressed concern, frustration and hurt due to Bolerjack’s comments. First and foremost, we as white staff recognize our power and privilege in our institutions and school buildings. It should be recognized by white people throughout the district that whiteness carries this privilege. Therefore, it is our responsibility to not only call out racism and racist acts anytime they are present within our community, but to also work to create space in our community and institutions that are deemed safe by our BIPOC students, staff, and community members. On a school board that is majority white, representing the needs of a community that is not, our directors need to be exemplars in this work. Failure from the top can only lead to failure throughout the system. Racism is a consistent and unrelenting issue that many of our students and colleagues in the Tukwila School District experience. The responsibility of calling out racism and racist acts has always fallen on the shoulders of BIPOC staff and students. We as white members of this community must work to understand and recognize this unacceptable truth. There are white folks in this district who refuse to step up and/or are unable to acknowledge the harm that is being done to members of our BIPOC community. They must step down if they are unable to provide true and meaningful co-consipiritorship in supporting BIPOC members of our community when harm is being done. During what was supposed to be a celebration of Black excellence in which directors were honoring outstanding Black contributions in history or in the present, Director Bolerjack showed an inability to center or even acknowledge Black humanity during her comments. To serve in such an important position in a district such as ours and have such a lack of understanding of one’s power and privilege is inexcusable. We hope that Director Bolerjack understands that the only appropriate action now is her resignation from the Tukwila School District Board of Directors. The undersigned members white staff of Foster High School support our colleagues in demanding this resignation for the following reasons:

Director Bolerjack clearly centered herself, her whiteness, and her power during a time that was meant to celebrate Black excellence.
Director Bolerjack’s story included a child, whom she could not recall any information about except that they had “dark, dark skin.” Director Bolerjack speaks only about touching this child’s skin and how it made Director Bolerjack feel as someone who was not in the community with non-white people. This story stripped this child of their humanity and once again centered herself and her whiteness.
Someone who displays the values described above does not have the judgment necessary to safely lead our diverse school district. We will only continue to see harm being done to our BIPOC students and colleagues as long as values such as these persist within the community.

We hope that it is clear to the Board and Director Bolerjack that the best way to respond to this situation and to support the Tukwila community is for Director Bolerjack’s resignation. Our District’s leadership must be able to understand the complexities of privilege and act in ways that reflect this understanding.

Asian American Teachers of Showalter Middle School Race and Equity Team - February is a month to specifically honor the significant yet unsung Black leaders and contributors to our society. Our students and families deserve and need this. To hear School Board Directors Larson, Agpaoa-Ryder and Hoover recognize and share in detail their personal connections to their selected examples of Black Excellence shows they understood the need and call. To hear Director Bolerjack choose not to recognize a Black-figure and instead center themselves, a white person in power, with a personal anecdote of touching an unnamed girl's dark skin and realizing that "we are all the same" as a way to legitimize their refusal to center Blackness, was sickening and harmful. Director Bolerjack's decision and statements reinforce a long history of erasure and silencing of BIPOC identity. This is akin to the All Lives Matter and "I don't see color" narratives that tell BIPOC individuals to hide their identities rather than be proud of them, and to ignore the current and historical realities of being BIPOC in America. At Showalter, staff has engaged in book studies such as How to Be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi and Courageous Conversations by Glenn E. Singleton, implementing their recommendations and practices into our professional development and staff meetings. Many of our staff, supported by the district, have attended additional race and equity learning opportunities during the school year. Our superintendent and the chief academic officer wrote district-wide emails encouraging work that centers Blackness during the month of February, even providing resources to use in the classroom. We expect district leaders to, at the very least, be on-par with their staff’s learning and growth, rather than behind, especially if those leaders have participated in race and equity conferences themselves. They should know better, by now. And we who make up Tukwila’s diverse, complex, and constantly evolving community, deserve better. We deserve leaders who consistently demonstrate respect and humility toward our identities and our humanity, and who will learn, adapt, and fight for us. Director Bolerjack holds one of the greatest positions of power in our district, one that impacts the entire Tukwila community. This is an immense responsibility. Our district consists of 86% BIPOC students and 28% BIPOC teachers. We do not trust Director Bolerjack to support us and other BIPOC staff, we do not trust Director Bolerjack to set an example of anti-racist leadership or hold other leaders accountable to combating white supremacy, and most importantly we do not trust Director Bolerjack to serve our students. We must hold our leadership accountable for what they do and what they refuse to do. When we allow behavior like this to continue, other leaders in the district and in the school buildings such as teachers are enabled to continue doing the same harm to our students. Therefore, we believe Director Bolerjack should step down and resign.

Angela Meyer - Cascade View - My name is Angela Meyer and I am the office manager at Cascade View Elementary. I wanted to express my concerns over the comment made by Director Bolerjack at the February 8, 2022 Board meeting. The Tukwila School District is supposed to be one of the most diverse school districts in the nation yet it seems like the racism in this district is getting worse. Over the last 8 ½ years, the district has been found by the Federal Government to have caused racial discrimination; been called out by the NAACP for racist hiring practices and nearly 3 years ago, the board was called out by the students and staff at Foster for ongoing racism and from what I have seen, not much has changed. In fact, I believe the problem is getting worse. I have listened to the recording of the February 8th Board meeting and was incredibly disturbed by the comments made by two members of the Board. Director Larson started by stating anyone that was interested in recognizing someone “appropriate” for Black History Month could. What constitutes being “appropriate” enough to be recognized during Black History Month? Once again, a white person is making the rules and saying, it’s okay to recognize a black person as long as it does not make the white person uncomfortable. I believe Director Larson owes the Board and community an apology. Director Bolerjack needs to be removed from the TSD School Board. In listening to her “recognition”, did she not understand what the assignment was? No. Her 1 minute and 16 second statement spoke volumes. She used her white privilege and sense of white entitlement to further increase the racial division and hurt that is so widespread in the district. One of the bullet points of The Race and Equity Committee’s Mission Statement is to:

Support all members of our Tukwila School District community to hold each other accountable so that we hold students first and meet students where they are

Director Bolerjack needs to be held accountable. Her story was a slap in the face not only to our students and staff but to the community as a whole. Not only did she touch another student without consent, but she had to emphasize that she had “very, very dark skin.” And the reason she touched her? Because she didn’t think she felt the same as she and her other white classmates. She has now said the quiet part out loud and her white privilege was the megaphone. Because of the further harm and trauma her story has caused, she should not be able to retain her position. How will our students, staff and community be able to trust her? How do we know that she will stand up for our BIPOC students, staff, and community against racist actions? The trust has been broken and is beyond repair. If Director Bolerjack will not step down on her own, she must be recalled and replaced. We need a board that represents the community. I believe along with Director Bolerjack, that Director Morris and Director Larson need to step down to allow for new appointments to be made with members of the community that better represent the diversity of the Tukwila School District. Thank you for your time.

Jonathan Joseph, Riley Haggard, Allan Howard II - Tukwila Children's Foundation - In February, we as a community have an opportunity to focus on the importance of Black History and Black culture in the United States. We appreciate the district's efforts to highlight this vital part of American culture that may be overlooked. Leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Bayard Rustin, Malcolm X, Marsha P Johnson, James Baldwin, Chaka Khan, Colin Kaepernick, and others have challenged systemic oppression to achieve liberty, justice, and equality for all.
Unfortunately, there were recent actions made by the Tukwila School District that did not uphold the values of equality and created harm for our students and families. Some teachers at Showalter Middle School did not participate in events during solidarity week. On February 8, 2022, some comments were made at the school board meeting that propagated racial harm in our community. Although we can understand the intent of these actions, the impact is harmful and destructive. These actions do not align with our community values of inclusion, integrity, service leadership, and togetherness. These actions do not nurture a community where our children and families' needs are met. These actions are indicators of an ongoing culture within the Tukwila School District that continues to fuel implicit bias and racism against our students and families. This must be eliminated now. As one of the most diverse school districts in the nation, we can no longer accept destructive practices that harm our community. It is essential to acknowledge the harm and take actionable steps to heal. We sincerely hope that all Tukwila School District staff, administration, and volunteers do the work in identifying your individual implicit bias. Learn about the historical inequities in our community and how your words and actions can heal or further harm our diverse communities. Apply your knowledge to undoing systemic racial barriers in our community that limit the educational opportunities for our students. Without taking actionable steps, we will not achieve the vision we see for our Tukwila community. To those in our community that were harmed by the actions of the Tukwila School District, we are sorry. These actions do not reflect the values of the community. We can do better, and we will do better. Tukwila leaders have the opportunity to heal with purpose and eliminate racism in all its forms in our school district. We continue to look forward to partnering with you as we serve our diverse community.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. Dr. Herndon acknowledged that the ongoing work in the district is multi-faceted. The areas we are talking about tonight, and the areas we have been dealing with the last two (2) years around COVID, and all the areas that preceded COVID, and will happen after COVID. There is always ongoing work personally and professionally. He shared that he looks forward to continuing to do that work with staff and the community. He reported getting out to buildings into the classrooms to see various implementations of some of the increases in communication, PPE, COVID mitigation strategies, etc. It has been a great opportunity to have some informal conversations. Good feedback was received from teachers and noticed students were excited to be in class. Most students and staff try to maintain the mask guidance.

This week is mid-winter break. We have students and staff out through Wednesday. The next break will be in April for Spring Break. This can be a stressful and challenging time. Dr. Herndon reported that he will be attending a conference this weekend, focusing on COVID, and various variants, as well as the implementation of being back in person, school design, technology implementation, etc. He will report out information on the next Superindent Report.

Director Hoover asked how are the staff receiving the communication changes and what has been staff input from the surveys? Dr. Herndon shared that there is positive feedback in the increase in communications, however, we do have some gaps. We will continue to work on those gaps. Overall, staff has noticed the improvement. About 70 staff have been responding to the survey, so about 25%.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. The biggest update around COIVD-19 is the Governor's announcement regarding the state plan to drop the indoor masking requirement as a state mandate beginning March 21st. It was also mentioned during this announcement that the local health jurisdictions could still maintain that there needs to be mitigation strategies or mandates. Shortly after the Governor's announcement, the King County Department of Health announced that they were not ready to lift the indoor mask mandate at that time. They will continue to look at the trends, data, hospitalizations, etc. With that, we will continue to have conversations with the King County Department of Health. Currently, all masking mandates, social distancing, etc., are in place at this time. King County will update any new guidance by March 6th. Dr. Herndon would like to hold another community listening session with KCDOH and will work to get that scheduled. Masing on buses is still a requirement, as transportation falls under the Federal mandate and will need to continue regardless of the Governor's announcement until the Federal Government releases that mandate.

Our test kits and PPE remain well-stocked. Additionally, data is posted and updated on our website.

Director Hoover asked, now that we are about two weeks post remote learning, quarantine and contact tracing specialists are in place, how is it going, what information do you have around that amount of students that are currently out, and where they are to make sure that they have the information and stuff they need to do their learning at home? Dr. Herndon replied that he does not have the hard numbers at this time, other than what is reported on the website. He can get the information sent to you by the end of the week. The quarantine specialist would be the one to connect to ensure students have the technology, and all the learning tools to continue learning at home. Director Hoover shared that it was concerning that we don't have solidified numbers available as this was a specific ask from the Board at the beginning of January. We wanted a system that ensured that these things were being tracked. What is on the website has nothing to do with if young people are absent if they are getting the instruction. What is on the website is just how many are out. What I would love to see is a direct correlation: these are the students who are out, these are the students who have been contacted and are able to continue their learning, and these students are the ones who are not able to connect, and this is how we are getting them connected to continue learning. I just keep hearing this is what in theory is happening and not concrete information that this is happening.

Director Hoover shared that when the guidance changed around the five-day quarantining, I know I shared some concerns with you about how that guidance changing was the minimum and concerns about how we were going to operationalize that. I have not received answers as to how it was being operationalized except for there were discussions being had about how we could have outdoor lunch. It still has never really gotten answered. I am hopeful that the young people returning back to school on day 6 are not sitting in spaces with other folks. That aside, I think this new mask mandate and the potential for this guidance change is a great opportunity for us to look at not what the guidance says but what our community needs. Director Hoover requested that we use this month to have conversations, not just one listening session with KCDOH, but actually reaching out to staff, students, and parents to what feelings are coming up for them. I have been thinking a lot about this mask thing and I am excited we may be lifting mask mandates and a sign that we are in the endemic stage, we are 80% vaccinated in King County. If we are thinking about mental health, this mask has been a source of comfort and safety for people. If we are not being really responsive in how we are communicating that what and the why, beyond just the guidance changed, we are at herd immunity, what that means, how we got there, and here's why we can really move into this next stage. This would be really valuable and we currently have the time to do this. It would be a huge miss if we just wait until the guidance changes. We need to make sure we are really caring for students' mental health, and not creating more anxiety, etc.

C. Directors' Reports

Jr. Student Representative Samuel Fiapito reported that throughout Black History Month, Foster has done a good job celebrating Black History Month. Every day during student announcements, we honor a person of the day where we honor black leaders who are not very much seen on the media, their careers, etc. Our teachers have also been teaching about black activists and black leaders all around and they have been implementing that within our lesson plans. We have also had a Valentine's Day spirit week, which was last week, which was nice as a lot of people showed school spirit. We also celebrated national counselor's week at school. We had a whole week to plan stuff for our counselors, like coffee, and doughnuts. I hope this can continue. I also think BSU is also planning a big celebration for Black History Month.

Director Hoover reported that she is still doing balancing of learning. She is grateful for the opportunities to engage with students and the community. She reported sitting in Civics classes. The energy and amazing thoughtfulness were so inspiring. the solution-orientated approach was not surprising as our youth are brilliant. I have also been working on doing gender-inclusive spaces in the schools and met with a school advocate on this. As we move this project forward, we have specific goals and one of them is to have students be more involved in this process. She reported that she will be meeting with Foster High School students this week.

Director Morris - No report

Director Larson apologized to Ms. Meyer and the community for the use of the word "appropriate" during the presentation of Black History recognition. It was not my intent to set myself at the harborer of appropriateness for Black History Month. thank you to Ms. Meyer for raising the issue and I apologize for the harm caused by my use of the word appropriate. Director Larson commented that Highline Superintendent wrote a great article about what it was like to be a Superintendent during these challenging times. He recommended that people read this article as it gives an appreciation for what the leadership is going through. He thanked our Administrators for working well together and getting through this challenging time. In addition, one of our community partners, Community In Schools, was awarded a $5.5M grant from the McKenzie Scott Foundation. Congratulation to our partner, Community in Schools. He reported that he will be meeting with the City of Tukwila Engineer Department to discuss the safety work on the 144th Street Bridge as well as Sout 152nd sidewalks. The city did try to get a federal grant to address the issues. They did not receive the grant. As Director Hoover mentioned, I also sat in on a couple of the Civics classes. Some issues brought up were the gender-neutral bathroom, canceling of homecoming, the idea for a new CTE class and music production, an idea to having a universal survey so students, staff and community could provide a continuous stream of feedback to the district and have someone in the district sort out where it needs to go. The other issues of some websites being blocked that students need for some of their work, which is a tricky issue as some sites do need to be blocked. Also, the issue of food, lunch and how that is done, and COVID, masks, testing and flexible scheduling so students can get more time in class or have more time for work. He recommended that we go back t othe students in a month or two with some follow-up as to what we are doing about the issues.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared as a response to students' concerns, issues, and very relevant experiences that students from Foster and Showalter have shared with her during meetings. One of the issues was related to satisfaction with breakfast and lunch. Hot breakfast is running out, lunches are cold and food runs out. Ms. Birdsong is in the process of following up on this concern. Another issue is the racial slurs from other students and adults not responding in an appropriate way, which perpetuates the harm. Students discussed mental health stress, mental health issues, lack of resources, and struggles. In looking for funding, resources, and additional support, Dr. Herndon, the City of Tukwila, and the Department of Health have had an initial meeting. One of the areas for KC Public Health is racism and mental health is a health crisis. Any narrative around COVID is not complete without including racism and mental health and the trauma that has occurred. Director Hoover will be giving an update on inclusive spaces. There has been lots of wisdom from our students. Gender-inclusive spaces need to be all of our buildings for students and staff. She reported on having an opportunity with Supporting Partnerships with Education and Beyond (formerly Somali Parent Education Board). There was a three-day family meet-up of information and learning exchange. There were youth, families, community leaders, and three days of coming together and sharing of experiences. The needs of our families include wanting to have access and be in the schools. There are families that feel excluded and children are being harmed and they can step up and provide what some educators cannot. Families are interested in connecting with each other and sharing with each other, resources, etc.

D. Legislative Report

Director Larson reported that on Monday, the legislative session is coming to an end in the next two (2) weeks. Both the House and Senate have come out with their bills. There will be some more staff for nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists. There will be some form of enrollment stabilization. The original idea was to go back to the 2019 enrollment numbers prior to COVID. We probably will not get that. They are discussing maybe 50% of that and the full amount. New bills were added and include:

HB 1153 - Language Access - would require each district to implement a language access program to improve family and community access to district work. This is in line with a lot of our priorities.
HB 2078 - Would provide grants for Outdoor Education programs. This would be targeted at 5th and 6th graders, which would be beneficial for our district. This is currently in both the House and Senate, so it looks like it should come through.

Occasionally in the budget bills, you get a "carve-out" for a specific district. Currently, in the House budget, it looks as though Representative Bergquist was able to include $148,000 for after-school programs for our district. This is not a final budget. There will still need to be a reconciliation of the House and Senate versions of the budget. There are a number of items in the budget bills and hopefully, they will pass. In the Senate, there is a bill Language Assistance Program - Hold Harmless. We receive a lot of dollars for the learning assistance program which is based on the number of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch. This is another one that would do good to keep our numbers at the 19-20 rather than what they are currently proposing.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and AGPAOA RYDER))

B. Approval of Minutes from the January 22, 2022 Saturday Board Retreat

C. Approval of Minutes from the January 25, 2022 Board Work Session

D. Approval of Minutes from the January 25, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

E. Approval of Minutes from the February 8, 2022 Board Work Session

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Policy No. 1430 - Public Comment

President Agpaoa Ryder provided a brief history/background on the work of this policy.

Director Morris expressed concerns about comments at the board work session. Our work sessions are only an hour-long, would comments be at the end of meetings, if time allows? President Agpaoa Ryder replied yes, at the end of the meeting, if at all. Director Morris expressed concerns with public comments being personal or abusive and the verbiage in the policy and trying to balance it with the freedom of speech. President Agpaoa Ryder shared that the current language was previously in existence. The current verbiage states that the President may terminate a public comment and if a Board member disagrees, then they can speak up and can have a Board vote. Director Larson commented that we can request that people be civil. However, because of the lawsuits, you can't really do anything if people choose not to be civil. President Agpaoa Ryder also shared cultural awareness in communication. Dr. Herndon shared that he spoke with Ms. Chen in regards to the translation services. If a request comes in at Noon on the day of, we may have some challenges in getting an interpreter. Director Morris would like to have a cross-reference to Policy No. 5012 - Civility in the Workplace added to this policy.

B. Inclusive Spaces - Update

Director Hoover shared an update on Gender Inclusive Spaces. She reported that she has been talking with students regarding some of the impacts of non-inclusive spaces, specifically gender-neutral restrooms. After our first meeting, we had a few concrete goals which came from students.

Re-opening the Gender Neutral bathrooms at Foster High School. In October, there was a short time when two (2) restrooms were transformed into gender-neutral restrooms.
Provide a learning and educational opportunity for all staff and students within the building. Create opportunities for students and staff to ask questions.
Meet with decision-makers, Dr. Herndon and Mr. Blanton, so that we can quickly address this issue at Foster High School, and then begin the conversations at other buildings.

Director Hoover mentioned that we do have a Gender Inclusive policy in place; however, in reviewing the current policy there were a couple of items that came to mind:

If the gender-inclusive policy was being implemented in ways that were meaningful, then we would have gender-inclusive spaces and restrooms in our schools right now.
The policy was a copy and paste from the WSSDA model policy. These are just model policies. This needs additional work to make it reflective of our district. This includes intentional thought, and conversations with students, staff, and the community.

Moving forward, she shared that the plan will be working with students, staff, and the community to review the policy and make changes that will represent Tukwila. We also want to work on a well-rounded procedure. The first step is meeting with Dr. Herndon, then scheduling several listening sessions for input. These include staff sessions, students sessions at all schools, and community sessions. By April, the hope is to bring a new updated policy to the Board for review. The goal is to make sure that students, staff, and community members feel safe where they work and live.

Director Larson mentioned Procedure 3211 - Transgender Students as a reference/starting point.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - February 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - January 2022

Director Larson asked for clarification on Appendix A and the breakdown of the ESSER dollars. Are these ESSER dollars that we have remaining or are they ESSER dollars that have been spent? Ms. Birdsong shared that the spreadsheet shows what we have spent this year. Going to the next section, it shows what we have encumbered. Director Larson is trying to see what we have available? What do we have left? Ms. Birdsong shared that we have close to $91,000 left before it is fully expended. Director Larson would like that information included in future reports.

Director Larson commented that this document shows that we have Technology encumbered for ESSER III dollars in the amount of $217,000. Do you know what this technology is? Ms. Birdsong replied that she would need to double-check, but believes it is for more devices. Director Larson commented that there is a huge need for technology upgrades, and we need to take advantage of this opportunity.

D. Technology Plan Update

This item was tabled to a future meeting.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Policy No. 1430 - Public Comment

Director Larson made a motion to approve Policy No. 1430 - Student and Community Participation at a Board Meeting with the following amendments:

Include Cross Reference to Policy 5012 - Civility in the Workplace
Extending the Translation request to 24 hours before the meeting instead of Noon on the day of the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Technology Plan 2021-2025

This item was tabled to a future meeting.

C. Approval of Out of State Travel Request

Director Hoover made a motion to approve the Out of State Travel Request.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson requested an update from the conference and to share what was learned.

10. Executive Session

There was no Executive Session.

11. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m.

February 19, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, February 19, 2022

Special Saturday Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. Strategic Planning and Review

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

Director Hoover - Excused

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

John Steach

Ted Howard

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Discussion Items

A. Strategic Planning

Mr. Steach reviewed the current strategic plan document with the Board (attached).

Several pieces of the CEE plan were discussed:

Mission Statement
Belief Statements
What is the Why? - Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs as related to students and ASCE Whole Child Initiative
Data - Demographic, Perceptual, Contextual, Academic
Community Voice - community partners, parents, guardians, families, graduates, students, teachers, classified staff, administrators. Change to Community Partners and Educational Partners for two of the focus groups.
Timeline for Focus Groups - Completion by April 15th.
Linguistic accessibility
Childcare accessibility

Data:

WaKIDS
SBA - 4th Grade Reading, 8th Grade Math
Interim/Benchmark assessment
English Language Learner Progress
Dual Credit Attainment
CTE/Career Pathways
Graduation Rates

We need to make sure we are also looking at Social/Emotional Health including:

Discipline Data
Arts/Enrichment Completion - Equitable Access
EES Student SEL

In addition, District Culture & Contextual Data including:

Attendance Data
EES Staff/Student/Parent Surveys
Community Involvement
Data Disaggregation/Equity

The Board would like to move forward with input from focus groups on the current district Mission, Vision and Goals.

Targeting a June approval date of the final strategic plan, along with a timeline of communicating the strategic plan, goals, mission, etc. to staff, students and community members.

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 10:43 a.m.

February 8, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call to Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Larson

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the February 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Board Certified Teachers Recognition

A. Board Certified Teachers Recognition

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

C. Legislative Update

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the January 11, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the January 14, 2022 Emergency Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the January 19, 2022 Special Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and BOLERJACK)

7. Board Discussion

A. Policy 1430 - Audience Participation - Update and Review

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Dual Language and ELL Update

B. SBAC Scores - Report & Analysis - Gaps, Growth, Proficiency

9. Presentations

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Policies 2402- 2409

11. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Bev Miller

Susie Kelly

Constance Thomas

Duane Meyer

Julie Trace

Kimberly

Kelly Gifford

Hani Nur

Liliu Aleaga

Tenesha Fremstad

Courtney Martinez

Carlin Salisbury

Hannah Maestro

Veronica Birdsong

Jonathan Joseph

Jen Gaul

Jeff Baker

Carrie Marting

Kelly Garrett

Stephanie Chen

Gridiron RR

Fire Tablet

Guest

Jennifer Jones

Liliana Cardenas

Ted Howard

Grace S

Abigail Tabason

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

D. Welcome Message

Director Larson conducted the welcome message.

Director Larson invited interested Board Directors to recognize someone appropriate in honor of Black History Month.

Director Larson recognized Katherine Johnson, who was a Mathematician for NASA and responsible for ensuring that the astronauts returned home safely.

Director Morris recognized De'Sean Quinn for his dedication to our community and leadership.

Director Bolerjack shared a personal experience.

Director Hoover recognized Mamie Till Mobley for her bravery, resistance and resilience while seeking justice for her murdered son Emmett Till. She also recognized Billie Holliday for her incredible resistance and not backing down to those who wished to silence her voice. Both Mamie Till Mobley and Billie Holiday spoke and sang about the truth of the black experience. In addition, she recognized Prentis Hemphill who is a teacher and embodiment coach. She admires their commitment to racial healing. They work to really disrupt the complacency and comfort of mainstream healing and therapeutic models and instead infuse what we know of justice, repair and accountability into our deepest work of transformation. She also recognized Stacey Abrams, a politician, lawyer, author and advocate for voting rights.

President Agpaoa Ryder recognized U.S. Senator Rosa Franklin who worked tirelessly to provide health equity and access to Washingtonians. She also recognized Senator T'Wina Nobles who was elected last year and is the first black Senator in a decade to serve.

E. Land Recognition - Director Larson

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the February 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the February 8, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Board Certified Teachers Recognition

A. Board Certified Teachers Recognition

Tenesha Fremstad, Principal, Cascade View, acknowledged and recognized Carlin Salisbury for her National Board Certification.

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon provided an update on several items. He recently met with the Honorable Leader of the Duwamish Tribe, Cecile Hanson. She looks forward to a time when COVID is gone and students can come back to the longhouse in person. She is looking forward to being engaged with students again. Ms. Thomas, Thorndyke Elementary Principal, provided additional information. Ms. Hani Nur will also present on the plan for updating the school mascot. Our current plan is to create an ad hoc committee, consisting of students for input and feedback on a new mascot name. Ms. Nur shared that as part of race and equity, we will be reaching out to the community for input. The committee will have their first meeting in March. Each class can submit a mascot for the committee to review. Once each class has submitted their ideas, the committee will select three (3) and each student will vote on the final selection. Additionally, Ms. Nur and Ms. Thomas, along with the Race & Equity committee have reached out to the Duwamish Tribe, as well as the Muckleshoot Tribe. At this time, we have not received a response. Director Hoover asked how this is being communicated out to the community and how are people able to show interest in joining this committee? Ms. Thomas replied that this information will go out to families next week via newsletters as well as posted on the website and social media.

Dr. Herndon provided an update on the SRO process. We are re-engaging with the University of WA for our SRO process with student listening sessions. We will be working with an outside facilitator. At this time, this will most likely occur after school. Currently looking at the PAC for these sessions. Director Hoover commented that the listening sessions are directed at the secondary students and asked if an elementary student wished to participate, would they be able to do so? Dr. Herndon shared that we would make all students aware of this opportunity.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon provided a quick update. He attended the State Superintendent's monthly COVID webinar. At this time, there have been no additional updates or any major shifts. We have received more masks and are available at each building. We also have three (3) different types of tests and are prepared for any staff or students who wish to take a test.

Ms. Maestro shared that we have been able to train the new contract tracers and quarantine specialists. We are very happy to have them on board. We were seeing lots of cases, but it seems that the quarantine and isolation guidelines are working and it appears that the holiday surge is over. we do have three (3) different types of rapid tests and one (1) PCR test. We are currently working with our third-party communication specialists on templates for both phone and letters. In addition, our next vaccine clinic will be held tomorrow from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. President Agpaoa Ryder asked if there has been any feedback from parents, staff or families regarding improved communication? Dr. Herndon shared that with the communication increase, we have received some positive comments and feedback.

C. Legislative Update

Director Larson provided several updates. This week in National School Counselors Week. Director Larson acknowledge and thanked our counselors. There is still funding on the books to add a .5 counselor beginning in 2023. This would be for high-poverty schools. Hopefully, this will be a permanent item. Several bills have not made it through the policy committees and will not pass this session. HB 1664 and SB 5595 are still on the table for approval. Both bills address adding more nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists. SB 5793 is a new bill and is still on the table for approval. If passed, it would allow school districts to provide stipends to low-income community members to participate in boards and committees.

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the January 11, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the January 14, 2022 Emergency Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the January 19, 2022 Special Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and BOLERJACK)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

7. Board Discussion

A. Policy 1430 - Audience Participation - Update and Review

Director Hoover provided some background information. As part of equity and inclusion, we are going through our policies for review and updates to support our district direction. The current suggested updates would provide various ways to have the community participate and provide feedback to the Board via public comment.

Updates to the policy include:

Student and Community focus
Translation services for public comment
Ability to ask a question during the meeting. All questions are recorded and provided to the Board for follow-up.
Public comment at Board Work Sessions

The Board requested the current policy showing the tracked changes. President Agpaoa Ryder suggested that the Board directors continue to gather community input and feedback. There will be one additional review at the next Board meeting. If there are no additional changes, then will move the policy forward for approval.

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Dual Language and ELL Update

Director Larson requested a copy of the iReady report from CEE.

B. SBAC Scores - Report & Analysis - Gaps, Growth, Proficiency

9. Presentations

There were no items for presentation.

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Policies 2402- 2409

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve Policies 2402 - 2409.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

11. Executive Session

President Agpaoa Ryder recessed the regular meeting to Executive session at 7:33 p.m. for approximately 45 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting back to regular session at 8:15 p.m. There was no action.

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directos Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.

January 25, 2022

Board Work Session

Board Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Jennifer Jones

2. Presentations

A. Board Budget Priorities - 22-23

Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer began the discussion with a quick overview of the 21-22 priorities.

Ms. Birdsong commented that Osprey Camp funding may be repurposed. Ms. Chen is working with the team to repurpose this event. This is due to COVID and keeping the health and safety of students in mind.

Osprey camp dollars may be repurposed. Ms. Chen is working with the team to repurpose this event. This is due to covid and keeping health and safety in mind.

Board Priorities document:

Change title to include Budget Priorities

Suggestion to remove the subset goals

Community input on this overall process and document

Remove language that exists under each bullet point. This will allow for a more open discussion.

Goal #1 -

Staff Appreciation - remove the word "event".
2nd bullet point - needs to change to be more inclusive - what ways can we do that.. besides website/social media and word of mouth. Parent network? PTA? Translation, translators, is the community getting their needs met? Power needs to be shared. Partnering with Community Based Organizations, Parent Network, etc.
Translation services, communication with community and families beyond the website/social media and word of mouth.
Board requested community input on this overall process
Transparent clear communication

Goal #2 -

2nd bullet point - Creative Learning Labs - remove from list as this has been accomplished
3rd bullet point - Academic Acceleration Program - This has not been accomplished. This needs to remain a priority as recent data show that approximately 60% of our students are 2 or more grade levels behind. Suggestion to remove this from budget priorities. Further discussion is warranted.
10th bullet point - Pre-K - elementary schools - Need to add the wording "quality"
11th bullet point - Community Liaison - We have added an additional liasion. We still need to review to see if this needs to remain a priority.
Add: Expand and support our CTE programs
4th bullet point - Summer school - this one should remain
5th bullet point - Increase collaboration with community and faith-based organizations - There is not a budget attached to this. This should be a goal, not a budget priority.
6th bullet point - Establish and maintain community partnerships/relationships and increased communication - There is no budget attached to this. This should be a goal, not a budget priority unless we want to use a budget attached to it.
7th bullet point - Social and Emotional Learning support for staff and students - Suggestions to have this remain as a budget priority as well as removed as a budget priority. Further discussion is warranted.
13th bullet point Increase support for the Arts - this should remain as a budget priority

Director Morris asked what has been done to increase support for the Arts? Ms. Birdsong shared that we are conducting a program analysis to see where we are, and where we need to go. Teachers and principals have been included in this conversation. Director Morris asked if a Board Director could attend as an observer? Ms. Birdsong replied that Board Directors are welcome.

Goal #3

2nd bullet point - Financial Stability - Update the dates for the "ending fund balance". In addition, reference the policy for "ending fund balance" which is currently 6%. Keep Utilize all available funds effectively for the benefit of our students, e.g. no givebacks or money left on the table.
1st bullet point - Communications - Create more specific language, i.e. what are our priorities? What methods are we using for communications? Add "improving communication structures that are responsive.
4th bullet point - School lunch nutritional standards - Remove as a priority as there is no danger of standards being cut at the federal level. Our Food Services Director always meets or exceeds the federal lunch standards
3rd bullet point - Safety Issues - Add PPE as we may need to have additional masks, etc. as next year progresses.
Add Staffing under the Safety Issues bullet point - "ensure staffing levels are there to provide safety for students and staff
Add R&E PD under the Safety Issues bullet point - capacity building, leadership development, and opportunity for families to be a part of leadership.
Add Mental Health under Safety Issues - framed as health and safety

Goal #4

Update on where we are for hiring a workforce reflective of our community
Working relationship with historically black colleges

President Agpaoa Ryder requested an update on where are we on this, what has been the improvements, and what are the outcomes. In addition, data on the BIPOC staff that have been hired and the retention of BIPOC staff. Director Larson requested information as to why we haven't continued to work with the Martinez Group.

Dr. Herndon shared that moving forward, an update would be provided that will include responses to the questions asked tonight, as well as budget numbers associated with items on this document.

President Agpaoa Ryder recommended that after the Board's initial input, the community has the opportunity to comment and provide feedback before additional Board review and approval. Recommendation to show "edits/modifications" to document via strikethrough text, and allow the community to see edits and updates so there is a clear picture.

Director Morris requested that the updated bullets and the questions posed by the Board is summarized and sent to the Board for review and follow-up.

The Board Philosophy document will need to be reviewed at another meeting.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the Board Work Session.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the work session at 6:03 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Board Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the January 25, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

D. Legislative Report

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

6. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - December 2021 and January 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - November and December 2021

7. Presentations

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Overnight Field Trip - 2022 WIAA State Cheerleading Championships

C. Approval of Board Policies No. 2402 -2409

9. Recognition

A. Board Recognition

10. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

11. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Bolerjack

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

Student Representatives Present:

Samuel Fiapito

Student representative Absent:

Harpneet Kaur

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Courtney Martinez

Veronica Birdsong

Duane Meyer

Lisa Ring

A. Gamboa

Terra Dupont

Ellen Gengler

Joe Camacho

Megan Johnson

Jennifer Jones

Jonathan Joseph

Debbie Aldous

Jamie Lane

Aaron Draganov

Carrie Marting

Julie Trae

Kimberly

Robin

Ted Howard

Stephanie Chen

Jeff Baker

Jeannette

Abigail Tabason

Hannah Maestro

Marshall

Grace Saturninno

Sue Lane

Susie Kelly

Kristen Theobald

Andy Giron

Trevor Watt

Graciela Lee

D. Welcome Message

Director Bolerjack conducted the welcome message.

Director Bolerjack invited the Board to say a word of appreciation or gratitude for something you have seen in the district, in the school or in your own life.

Director Bolerjack expressed gratitude and appreciation for Cascade View and the staff preparing students to learn remotely.

Director Hoover expressed appreciation for President Agpaoa Ryder for guidance and support in navigating all of the systems and processes as a new Board Director and thanked Director Larson for providing history and background around various topics. Director Hoover also thanked Ms. Martinez for being a voice for students and the community. Director Hoover acknowledged and thanked staff and community who showed up and did the hard work for our students, and who shared their public comments.

Director Larson acknowledged that everyone is going through a challenging time right now, which requires everyone to pull together. He thanked all the staff, families, students, community organizations as well as the state and legislature who sent additional funding for their support, help, and work during this difficult time.

Director Morris expressed appreciation and respect for all members of the district. It is because of your integrity and never-ending dedication that students and staff and community have been able to persevere during this difficult time. You have and continue to make a positive impact in our district for our students and our community. You are truly respected, appreciated and valued. Thank you for all you do.

President Agpaoa Ryder acknowledged the community, specifically, people who are tired, feeling exhausted and lots of stress and unappreciated. You are important and it is because of you, we are able to gather and serve students, staff, and colleagues each and every day. You are valued!

E. Land Recognition

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the January 25, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

President Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the agenda for the January 25, 2022 Regular Board Meeting with the following amendment: Table Agenda Item 8.C to the February 8, 2022 Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. A weekly communications update will be sent out every Friday to keep the community, staff, families, and students up to date on current District activities. We are in the process of scheduling the SRO student listening session. Family nights are back. The first one we held last week was excellent and provided vital feedback. We plan to hold family nights once a month. He thanked the staff at all levels for making sure our students' needs were met with technology, meals, transportation, etc.

Director Hoover asked if we had heard any additional information regarding students not getting technology? Are all of our students feeling supported with any technology issues? Dr. Herndon shared that he spoke with Mr. Baker and he shared that he had not received any additional reports of students unable to connect. We will continue to follow up on this.

B. COVID-19 Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. Currently, we have over 6,000 rapid tests on hand. This allows us an opportunity to respond to any symptomatic student or staff as needed. We did receive a notification from the Department of Health and OSPI. Originally when Governor Inslee announced the availability of 1 million tests, there are over 1 million public school students in the state of Washington. This means one test per student. There are a couple of ways in which more than one test per student may play out, i.e. athletic students testing three times a week. In January, as Omicron continued to rise, there was significant demand for tests. The Department of Health was not able to meet the demands and the communication recently received stated that the Department of Health canceled all of the orders received. They are now coordinating test orders through the nine (9) PSESD's throughout the state. We were able to pick up 6,500 test kits through our PSESD. This is a significant amount of tests for our district and should meet our needs for a while. In addition, we are hosting a rapid test event this Friday. This would be open to all students and staff who would like to get tested. It appears that the demand for testing is starting to decrease and slow down. As far as our PPE for tests, I am confident that we will be able to meet the demands as needed.

Additionally, we have distributed thousands of KN 95 masks to students and staff. We also received approximately 1,000 N95 masks. As for child-size N95 masks, it does not appear that they are available or FDA approved. We do have smaller-sized masks for students, but they are not N95 masks. We are working on finalizing a listening session with the City of Tukwila and the Department of Health. Communication will be sent out once the details are finalized.

Ms. Maestro, District Nurse reported on additional updates. The Department of Health has released an updated COVID decision tree. This will provide guidance on quarantining, isolation, etc. It is available in 25 languages. Additionally, we are in the process of creating contact tracing guideline document. this will be beneficial for staff and families who would like to be more familiar with the process.

Dr. Herndon provided an update on staffing. Through an agency, we have confirmed three )3) contact tracers. We are hoping to confirm two (2) additional contact tracers by tomorrow. They will be hired through the end of the school year. We are also working on filling the open quarantine specialists positions as soon as possible.

Director Morris asked if we will be going virtual or in-person learning next week and when families will be notified of the decision? Dr. Herndon replied that the decision would depend on enough masks, tests, and needed staffing, i.e. quarantine specialists, subs, contact tracers. In addition, we need to review positive case data for Tukwila and see a downward trend. Once that information is received and reviewed a decision will be made and communicated to families by Friday.

Director Bolerjack asked if a survey went out to staff? Dr. Herndon shared that a survey did go out via email and we received feedback on various items. We will be addressing those concerns as part of the weekly communication.

Director Hoover commented she was glad to hear that we seem to have a surplus of test kits. What is the tipping point for test kits before we are considered "low" on those supplies? Dr. Herndon shared that 600 tests kits would be the minimum amount needed for a week. We want to keep our supply fully stocked and will continue to monitor.

Director Hoover asked would it be valuable to provide information on how to care for and clean masks and verbiage on how many times a mask can be worn? Also, how many people have received N95 mask fittings? Dr. Herndon replied that we have several training sessions scheduled and all of the appointments for tomorrow are filled.

Director Hoover asked if other partnerships have been sought out for hosting a vaccine clinic? Dr. Herndon shared that Mr. Draganov would follow up with the Board. In addition, we are working with the City of Tukwila, which has several vaccination clinics scheduled. We will be sharing the communication with our students and families.

Director Hoover asked what is the process for promoting the quarantine specialists positions? Is there any way we can boost those? Dr. Herndon will follow up with Mr. Draganov on the hiring and advertising process. Director Hoover asked how will staff know who to contact, and how to reach out to the contact tracers? What communication will be going out to staff? Dr. Herndon shared that Ms. Jones will be connecting with staff.

Director Hoover how are we ensuring that young people are wearing the appropriately sized masks? Dr. Herndon shared that we will be reviewing the updated guidelines and we will look at how we can support students in each building with proper fitting PPE.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked how does an exposure gets communicated to staff, families, and how often, daily, weekly, etc.? Dr. Herndon shared that by having a dedicated staff member, the communication on contact tracing should improve significantly. President Agpaoa Ryder asked how will we make sure that communication will be clear enough so that all staff are on board and feel confident that they have the information they need to feel safe? Dr. Herndon shared that the written communication is ready, however, the building administrators should review the communication and feedback on the best way to reach their staff.

C. Directors' Reports

Sam Fiapito, Jr. Student Representative reported that he is happy with everything the district is doing to go back to in-person learning. I feel like everything is going well. I just want the information as to if we are staying remote or going online to be communicated to families as soon as possible so they can plan.

Director Bolerjack reported it has been a busy time. Students and staff are feeling fatigued and mental anguish. She visited Cascade View and Foster High School and appreciates the depth that everyone is working and understands the fatigue and anguish everyone is feeling. She reported on attending the listening sessions. Families are worried about their young children not being in school, and how learning remotely at home is very difficult for them. She reported that she attended the Steering Committee. there was a lot of excellent information and walked away from the meeting with more connection and understanding of students and their needs including more support for mental health, more understanding, and compassion. Expressing more gratitude and appreciation for staff.

Director Morris reported that she was able to touch base with several CTE instructors. Any Board director who has the opportunity to visit a class needs to visit. We need to find a way to advertise these classes more.

President Agpaoa Ryder reported on visiting with Foster High School seniors as part of their civil classes. The students sent the Board letters with their ideas, experiences and advocated for requests mentioned in the letters. The Tukwila Children's Foundation and Snack Pack responded quickly when schools went to remote learning. Snack packs go home with the student on Fridays, but with the donations received, they were able to send five meals home with each student. President Agpaoa Ryder referenced her written report (attached) for Mental Health resources available for anyone who may need them. In times of crisis, we can often time regress as part of a defense mechanism. We need to be aware of this and need to love and care for each other.

Director Larson reported on several items. He visited the Advance Biotechnology class at Foster High School. One item that came up was an opportunity for a small business. What are the legal and financial ramifications and do we have the structure in place for this? Dr. Herndon shared that he is looking into that and will provide information at a later time. He commented that we need to include a couple of indicators in our strategic plan which show what percentage of our students are getting that early learning experience. If we can show that students who receive early learning opportunities have a high success rate we would be able to advocate for additional funding at the legislative level.

Director Hoover reported that her goal for the first few months was to lay a foundation and get familiar with the lay of the land. She shared that she has attended the Steering Committee and the Race and Equity committees at Showalter Middle School and Thorndyke Elementary School. She expressed appreciation and thankfulness for being a part of the committee and connecting, learning, and meeting all of the staff at each school. She shared the collaborative effort on the public comment policy. Part of the process will be having a community listening session, which should be scheduled soon. She shared that she had the opportunity to work with students at Foster High School on a podcast project. Very grateful to be a part of this project and listen to the wisdom of our students.

D. Legislative Report

Director Larson reported on several legislative items (report attached). Through WSSDA, we have an opportunity to meet with our legislators to discuss issues that have surfaced state-wide, which include staffing allocations, specifically social workers, counselors, etc., budget stability and transportation, specifically for special education students and students experiencing homelessness. If you are interested in attending, via zoom, please connect with Director Larson. He shared that he is part of the WSSDA Legislative Committee. It is a lot of work, but it also allows for connections into the legislative process. He shared that he has been researching an issue on CTE funding formulas. The allocation to districts for nurses, counselors social workers, and psychologists for students who are taking CTE courses, is less for than other CTE classes. The reason for this is that it is written that way in the budget. He shared that he has been working on this issue and will provide updates. Director Larson commented on SB 5335 related to asynchronous learning. This was a bill that was brought forward to the legislators by students. This bill calls for districts to be able to have up to 20% of hours be asynchronous. This bill has not been completely vetted yet and may not pass this session. HB 1664 and SB 5595 are of particular interest as both relate to funding for more nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists along with smaller class sizes. Both of these bills lack the equity component. This year, there have been a significant amount of requests for more nurses, so that may be something that is considered.

HB 1807and HB 1886 are related to Critical Race Theory and specifics as to what is taught in Civics class. SB5734 is a nod towards trying to get more mental health into the curriculum. This bill would change graduation requirements for Health and Fitness from 0.5 Health and 1.5 Fitness to 1.0 Health and 1.0 Fitness beginning with the class of 2026. This bill was brought forward by students in Lake Washington School District. HB 2078 would provide funding for outdoor schools for 5ht and 6th graders. HB 1153 - language access. We are most likely ahead of the curve on this, but more focus and funding would be beneficial for students.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS HOOVER and LARSON)

Director Hoover made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Enrollment Report - December 2021 and January 2022

C. Monthly Budget Status Report - November and December 2021

7. Presentations

There were no presentations.

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson welcomed our new Athletics Director, who is a former graduate of Foster High School.

B. Approval of Overnight Field Trip - 2022 WIAA State Cheerleading Championships

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Overnight Field Trip - 022 WIAA State Cheerleading Championships.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson asked for clarification on the budget number. Ms. Birdsong replied that this was funded out of the General Fund - Athletics Budget.

Director Bolerjack expressed her concerns regarding the overnight field trip, specifically student safety during this time of Covid. Dr. Herndon shared that the students were being tested three (3) times each week, wearing masks when not competing, and following all other health and safety guidance.

Student Representative Fiapito shared that the cheer team has worked very hard, practicing every day, and qualified for this event. We should continue testing and make sure to wear masks within the mask mandate.

Director Hoover agreed with all the information shared. In addition, she wanted to know what the plan was if there was a positive case, what are the protocols and how would the student be cared for during this time? What is the plan to get students home? Dr. Herndon shared that we would coordinate other transportation so all students could get home safely. Additionally, the state championships usually have medical personnel in attendance, as well as local physicians and hospital access.

C. Approval of Board Policies No. 2402 -2409

This was tabled to the February 8, 2022 Board Meeting.

9. Recognition

A. Board of Directors Recognition

Dr. Herndon acknowledged the excellent work of the Board. Each Board Director puts students and staff first in all of their decisions for the district. Under their leadership, we have made significant progress in our district and looking forward to continuing our work.

10. Executive Session

President Agpaoa Ryder recessed the regular meeting to Executive session at 8:21 p.m. for approximately 60 minutes to review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g).

A. Executive Session - To review the performance of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(g)

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting back to regular session at 9:30 p.m. There was no action.

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolejack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Board Director Absent:

None

11. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Hoover made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 9:31 p.m.

January 22, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, January 22, 2022

Board Retreat Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
********************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. Transformational Partnerships Framework - Review and Regrounding

B. Community Agreement as a Governance Team

C. Operating Principles

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Bolejrack

Director Hoover

Board Direcctors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Amy Cast, WSSDA

Matthew Gulbranson, PSESD

Eileen Yoshino, PSESD

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Morris made a motion for approval of the January 22, 2022 Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Discussion Items

A. Transformational Partnerships Framework - Review and Regrounding

Ms. Yoshino reviewed the Transformational Partnerships Framework presentation (attached) as part of the continuing conversation and training on Race and Equity training with the Board of Directors.

B. Community Agreement as a Governance Team

Benefits of having Community Agreements

Allow for a growth mindset
Allow for authenticity
Create a climate of belonging
Model behavior
Simplify behavior
build trust
Create a brave space
Help avoid embarrassing situations

C. Operating Principles

Amy Cast, WSSDA led the Board in a discussion in collaboration within the Board. The Board of Directors listed the following for working together as a Board:

Feeling empowered
Shared vision
Unique lens of each individual
A space and time to come together to get to know each other - public meeting
Transformation of regular board meeting - circle, list of items that will be shared, history, family, etc.
Working together as a team and weaving that into board practices

Top 10 Actions Boards can take and how they do the work:

Through policies and actions, communicate high expectations for all students
Trat all individuals, including fellow board members, staff, students, and community members, with respect
Foster a culture of collaboration around the shared purpose of improving student achievement
Through policies and actions expresses our belief that all students can learn
Together with the Superintendent, share responsibility for the orientation of new board members and forming a new inclusive team.
Policy ensure students receive the curriculum, support, and supplemental materials necessary for high achievement
Commit to a clear and share purpose
Honor the roles and responsibilities of the superintendent
Regularly monitor the budget and fiscal status of the district
Base its decision on what is best for students' success

The "how" is through community agreements or group norms. This is used to support the work.

Aspects to practice/work on as a board:

Right to comfort
worship of the written word, to help improve communication
Power sharing
Collaboration, inclusiveness
Improve responsiveness
Make sure community input is heard before making decisions

Habits of successful groups:

Openness to the evolution of an endpoint, not knowing the end before you start
Mutal respect, validating and appreciating others' experiences and insights
Sharing information with all members, avoiding withholding information
Listening deeply for understanding
Build and maintain transformational relationships for each other
Practice Courageous Conversations around Race - Achieving Racial Equity in Education (Glenn Singleton) 4 agreements (welcome discomfort)
Acknowledge intent versus impact
Practicing mutual and shared accountability and work (power sharing)
Support each other, pick each other up
Acknowledge when we are feeling vulnerable and support each other with structures and conversations
Reframe with each other i.e. being mindful of the difference between individual and institutional racism

"I'm hearing concerns, what might everyone be thinking?"

Allowing people to pass and ask for more time on thought
Allowing colleagues to share how the silence is/might be impacting the process/conversation (be transparent about your process).
"I hear you, but I need a minute to process"
Ask yourself Wait: "Why am I talking?" or Waint: "Why am I not talking?"
"What else might we need to process this question?"
"What I heard you say...Is that what you meant?"

Do a pulse check, acknowledge that we are feeling (fill in the blank), and allow a way to pause, come back.

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Morris made a motion to adjourn the Special Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 12.00 p.m.

January 19, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Special Board Meeting - Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

4. Discussion Items

A. Covid - 19 Protocols

5. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

6. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

Student Representatives Present:

Samuel Fiapito, Jr. Student Representative

Student Representatives Absent:

Harpneet Kaur, Sr. Student Representative

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Ellen Gengler

Deborah Kolar

Liliana Cardenas

Jamie Lane

Angela Meyer

Karen Korol

Kelly Gifford

Sandra Werner

Terra Dupont

Aaron Draganov

Ms. Theobald

Duane Meyer

Jennifer Fichamba

jennifer Jones

Megan Douglas

Abigail Tabason

Aracelis Urbina

Cindy Lewis

Courtney Martinez

Emily DeJulio

Hannah Maestro

Hongyan

Jeff Baker

Joe Camacho

Manny Comas

Soleil Lewis

Sabarine Yurad

Kim

Kristy Jonshon

Kirk Bille

Nancy Kawai

Ruth

Matt Whittemore

Ted Howard

Carrie Stradleey

Debbie Aldous

Anelyse Hayden

Phone in Caller

Brad Bjorlo

David

Heather Wallend

Jackie Gonzales

Jenni Standard

Jodi Wicks

Joe Camacho

Jonathan Joseph

Veronica Birdsong

Yvonne Chesak

Jorge Torres

Katarina Krueger

Kimberly Goodman

Megan Johnson

Ms. Deborah

Ruth

Sue Lane

Tammy

Stephanie Chen

Robin Keitzman

Sarrah Hendrickson

Susie Kelly

Molly Deming

Weisbeckerl

Nikki Anderson

Niesha - City of Tukwila

Nurryyah

Mx Rachel Lavender

Ms. Breuer

Mary Schultz

Maricel Haessig

Lorae Sisley

Kyla Crawford

Kelly Garrett

Jackie Gonzales

Grace S.

Dawn Sharp

Carrie Marting

Brian Seigel

Joe Camacho

Anna Kallis

A. Gamboa

Mary Schultz

Andy Giron

Chelsea Ostiguy

D. Land Acknowledgement and Community Agreements

Director Morris conducted the Land Acknowledgement. Director Bolerjack reviewed the community agreements.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda of the January 19, 2022 Special Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

There was no Public comment.

4. Discussion Items

A. Covid-19 Protocols

Director Bolerjack asked for updated data and any procedures changes that have been developed since our last meeting and a conversation about athletics as they are currently being held.

Director Larson shared that he would like to know what the current thinking is moving from remote learning back to in-person learning.

Director Hoover is hoping to hear more about accountability for contact tracing, including what communication and tools we are providing families so they get contacted sooner, and remote learning supports and all students are receiving those supports, not only now but when we are back in person. In addition any CDC and DOH updates and ensuring we are using those as guidance and then making guidance for ourselves and our community and what would make folks feel safer in schools.

Sam Fiapito shared he would like information on what covid protocols we are going to take for resuming in-person learning. Also, are we going back to in-person next week?

Director Morris asked for clarification on what our threshold numbers are and also some guarantees that engagement and quarantine specialists are doing those jobs only. She shared concerns about going back to in-person too soon as it is the end of the semester. It seems a little chaotic at this time, and with students getting ready for finals, it seems it would be a barrier if we returned too soon.

President Agpaoa Ryder shared that she would like information on access to resources that all students need, i.e. technology, the ability for online learning, a safe space to study, and for students with special needs or who have specialized considerations, i.e. transportation, child care, how are we supporting those families?

Dr. Herndon continued the updates/discussion on the Supplemental Document from the previous January 14, 2022 Emergency Meeting (document attached). This document has four (4) key questions for discussion.

3. Daily reporting of student absences and staff absences

Student and staff absences are now on our district website and information is updated daily. This information is located on the Covid-19 page of our website.

4. Approval of online learning response plan for the week of January 17th

Deployment of devices for remote learning began yesterday and continued through today. Mr. Baker will provide additional information on deployment to students.

Listening sessions - two are scheduled this week.

Teaching and Learning has directed first years Support Team to partner with teachers on the implementation of remote instruction.

Friday, January 21st to determine if remote learning needs to be extended based on case rates, supply of PPE, and ability to fill absences. Additionally, feedback from the scheduled listening sessions will also be considered in the final decision.

Technology: Director Hoover asked if all students have power/charging cords that went home with them for their Chromebooks? Mr. Baker shared the deployment process. His team provided 870 Chromebooks to elementary students. Power/Charging cords were purchased for students. any student who needed a Chromebook did receive one. Mr. Baker followed up with staff in regards to any student who did not receive a Chromebook. There was an additional ten (10) students who did not receive one on deployment day, however, his team did follow up with each student. For Preschool students, tablets were deployed for learning. President Agpaoa Ryder asked if there were any devices being denied because according to records other devices have been checked out? How is that being mediated? Mr. Baker responded that students were issued devices last year due to prolonged online learning. If students did not return their devices, we turned the devices off. In turn, families ask for them to be turned back on and we mark that in our inventory. If students cannot find their device, we make a note in our inventory and then issue a new device to that student. Students are not being denied access to technology. Director Hoover asked what is the tracking process for how many students opt out of Chromebooks, how many have their own laptops, and how many students are lagging in getting a laptop? Mr. Baker replied that he would need to look at 20-21 data and then report back to the Board. Director Hoover asked about the Lomdergarten i-Pads that were recently approved for purchase for Kindergarten students. Where are we in the process? Mr. Baker replied that the P.O. has been approved and shipped off to Apple. There is no update yet on delivery yet. In addition, we are in the process of preparing Chromebook carts for our Kindergarten students. Once the i-Pads arrive, we will place those in the carts for charging and student use.

Athletics: The standard for the Fall and winter has been all student-athletes are tested 3 times a week. WIAA and KCDOH guidance felt that met the standard. They are not required to wear masks. Vaccination is not a requirement for athletics, but frequent testing is. Director Bolerjack asked that if we close down the school, we should also close down athletics. It makes it look like athletes are being prioritized. Dr. Herndon shared that there should not be a prioritization of testing athletes in lieu of a shortage of tests. At this time, we have 5,000 tests which is more than enough to continue to test athletes, as well as staff and students. PSESD has testing kits available so our supply should not decrease or have an issue of running out of tests again. Director Hoover asked if there is a mask mandate in place in King County for indoor spaces and unvaccinated people wearing masks at all times? Dr. Herndon replied yes, there is a mask mandate for indoor spaces unless they are athletes. All spectators are required to wear masks. We can poll the athletes and students as well. In-season athletes are tested three (3) times a week. President Agpaoa Ryder shared that there are concerns in the community regarding athletes still practicing and not wearing masks, where the rest of the community has had to pause. The other thing is that for students in p.e. classes, they are required to still wear masks. What is the difference between that and being "in-training"? Dr. Herndon replied that some of it comes down to the size of them, i.e. basketball teams have fewer players. He will get the background on the guidance and provide information to the Board.

Contact Tracing: This is a big issue for us. We want to make sure that if there is an exposure, we can complete the contact tracing. Our contact tracers were being assigned to do other duties. The quarantine specialist and contact tracers should not be assigned to other duties. The staff assigned to do the contact tracing will focus on that specific duty and not be reassigned to other duties. Director Morris asked if we still only have two (2) quarantine specialists? Jennifer Jones confirmed that we currently have two (2), one at Thorndyke and one at Showalter. Additionally, we have one in process for Foster High School and are working on filling the other two (2) open spots at Cascade View and at Tukwila Elementary. Director Hoover asked if contact tracing was a challenge before or was it smooth up until the last two weeks? Dr. Herndon replied that contact tracing has been a struggle for all districts since Fall. This is a workload issue as other staff take on these duties and can lead to delayed notifications. Recent data shows that the number of cases do not happen in school settings, which makes contact tracing more difficult. Ms. Maesto commented that with the increasing cases, changing guidelines, and lack of staffing due to covid, there has been difficulty with contact tracing. With all of the new guidances coming out and our new tests coming in, we have hope this will improve the contact tracing process. Director Hoover asked if the letters were printed or emailed? Ms. Maestro shared that they are usually emails. Director Bolerjack commented that there are several people in the community that would step in to help make phone calls or any other tasks that need to be done. President Agpaoa Ryder asked how are we building trust and being transparent with the community on positive cases? Do we have communication going out the provides resources and next steps? Ms. Jones replied that when there is a positive case in a classroom, the templates go to the Principal and the Principal is to send out the notifications. When the contact tracing is completed, they are looking at the seating chart, length of contact, etc. The whole school (staff) is notified by the Principal. President Agpaoa Ryder recommended that families are notified as well since HiPPA is being practiced. Ms. Jones replied that we do have case information on our website. Dr. Herndon shared that we can look at what we have in place, look at what other district's have, and come up with some improvements while staying in the bounds of privacy. Director Hoover commented that we have an opportunity to get creative to make sure that our staff and families are getting the information needed so that they can feel safe. Ms. Jones shared that letters are handed out to families via email or in person. The letters have the date of contact, date of return, what symptoms to check for, and testing information. When the nurses do call and speak to the families, the families usually have a lot of questions, so we are able to share resources, and if needed, speak to our counselors, etc.

CDC and DOH Recent Updates: We have relied on King County Department of Health as our guide and implementation of the process throughout the pandemic. Their guidance is based upon data and information from other schools districts, as well as information and data from the CDC. All of this information is analyzed and then recommendations and guidance are updated accordingly. Dr. Herndon also meets with the DOH monthly. Directo Hoover commented that data trends lie a little bit. So in thinking of public health and in-person learning, there were not a lot of schools participating in in-person learning for 20-21 so that data is not relevant. Just because this is the trend somewhere else, may not be the best protocol for our community. We need to have a higher standard. Our staff and community members feel that is needed to feel safe. Dr. Herndon replied that we do keep track of past and current data. We have more transmissions happening in schools, which may be higher for us as compared to other schools in the state or even out-of-state schools. We want to make sure we are ensuring the safety of all in our community and schools. Director Morris if we had a threshold for moving to online learning? Dr. Herndon replied that we do have a threshold for quarantine in the classrooms, not for the district. Director Morris asked when we make the decision to go back to in-person learning, what are we basing that decision on? Dr. Herndon replied we look at the number of positive cases in the community, the number of staff and students testing positive in schools, do we have enough PPE and tests, enough masks, do we have enough staff to cover, and/or substitutes. Director Bolerjack shared concerns surrounding the protocols. It doesn't seem like we are getting consistent reports. Can the district do a survey for staff as to what they need to feel secure, what resources do they need, etc? Dr. Herndon replied that we do have a staff listening session scheduled for tomorrow.

Dr. Herndon shared that items considered for the decision for pivoting to online or in-person include:

Sufficient test kits, masks, PPE equipment
Number of positive cases for staff and students
Sufficient staff/substitutes

Director Morris asked that the end of the semester for High school students be a consideration in that decision as well.

Creative Structures: Dr. Herndon replied that we have begun this discussion. When there was a hybrid model when we returned last Spring, it does take time to implement. We have seen various models from surrounding districts. Usually, the three (3) models are remote, in-person or hybrid. Each option has pros and cons. We are starting to have these conversations with staff and will be working with the community. President Agpaoa Ryder shared that we need to include those that are most impacted and/or harmed in those discussions.

Director Hoover acknowledged the staff who attended the meeting today and expressed appreciation to Superintendent Herndon for ownership and accountability. We still need an actionable plan in place going forward. This will help to build trust in the community and the district.

5. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

Katie Hugo, Teacher - Shared concerns on contact tracing and communicating with families. Clarification on quarantine and isolation guidelines. What is the district doing to help our staff, students, and families feel safe?

Sarah Hendrickson, Teacher - A student tested positive in my class and no communication was given to me as to what the next steps are. Is my class shutting down? I was told no, to continue on with the day. With family notification, I had to go and ask specifically for letters for all of my students. The letters received were all in English. We are understaffed. We need clear guidance on what the guidance is for our district.

Kristin Theobald, Teacher - I had a student who came to school and then wasn't at school, feeling ill, and tested positive for Covid. Was told that contact tracing was not necessary. We need clear guidelines for contact tracing. Are we going to be requiring students who have been quarantined to test negative before returning to school? We should be providing masks to all staff and students. Per an email received, all staff are to ask and can receive five (5) N95 masks per staff member. This is not enough to get us through the rest of the school year. Additionally, it was stated in the email that masks for students were on order and would be distributed when the order was received. We should not be going back to in-person learning until we have enough KN95 masks for all students. They need multiple masks as students do loose masks. Finally, per a student survey that I recently gave my students, their responses showed that they were feeling safer with remote learning than in-person learning.

Mx Rachel Lavender, Teacher - Want to push back on the notion that schools are safe for in-person learning. I read through all guidelines from the state regarding declaring an outbreak. For an outbreak to be declared, there are two things that have to happen. The first thing is that a student has to infect a person outside their pod/cluster. They can infect every single person they come in contact with within their cohort and that is not considered an outbreak. The second piece of that is that two sequences for students in Cohort A and Cohort B have to be genetically sequenced and compared. If we don't have contract tracing, then there is no way to compare that information. This makes it extremely difficult to declare an outbreak, especially in a school.

Emily Schwartz, Teacher - I had an outbreak in my classroom last week and we immediately went into quarantine. We returned yesterday and based on the information I received, there was no negative test for that student. What policy is in place for students or staff who test positive? After returning from quarantine?

Niesha Fort Brooks, City of Tukwila, asked if Tukwila School District could invite someone from King County Public Health to address the Board of Directors' questions? Dr. Herndon replied that he would contact someone at the King County Department of Health and find out availability to attend a meeting.

6. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Morris made a motion to adjourn the Special Board meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m.

January 14, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Friday, January 14, 2022

Emergency Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur and Samuel Fiapito
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

4. Discussion Items

A. Covid - 19 Protocols

5. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

6. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Liliana Cardenas

La Gulia White

Molly Deming

Nermina Nizamic

Jennifer Fichamba

Lisa Ring

Katie Hugo

Sonya Byorick

Karen

Courtney Martinez

Carrie Marting

Angela Meyer

Amber Johnston

Carol Kitano

Jenni Standard

Jill Quy

Katarina Krueger

Kimberly Goodman

Lorae Sisley

Manny Comas

Matt Wittmore

Aaron Dragnov

Aracelis Urbina

Carrie Stradley

Laura Linde

Ms. Theobald

Sue Lane

Sharon

Morgan Music

Marshall

Ms. Pate

Susie Kelly

Stephanie Chen

Veronica Birdsong

Terra Dupont

Wyatt

Yvonne Chesak

Kelly Garret

Katrina Dohn

Kristy Johnson

Ted Howard

Susana

Jonathan Joseph

Jennifer Jones

Jennnifer Castillo

Jovita McConnell

Minh Royer

Laura Lilyblade

Hannah Maestro

Jeff Baker

Emma Wohl

Andrea Gamboa

Abigail Tabason

Phone In Callers - x3

Anju Meehan

Ann Durant

Aracelis Urbina

Cindy Lewis

Cynthia Cruse

Damithia Nieves

David V.

Debbie Aldous

Deborah Kolar

Duane Meyer

Nicole N.

Pam Bila

Maricel Haessig

Margaret

Nancy Kawai

Silvia Dicus

Stacy Kain

Vanhphenh Leong

Jamie Lane

Jessica Paulsen

Kim

Liliu Aleaga

Mrs. Messerer

Richards

Tracy Russell

Graciela Rangel

Grace Saturnino

Anna Kallis

President Agpaoa Ryder conducted the Labor Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the agenda of the January 14, 2022 Emergency Board Meeting.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

Courtney Martinez - Teacher - Shared concerns regarding the increase of Covid cases among elementary students, quarantining on elementary students and their siblings, increase student absences, and the overall feeling of not feeling safe at school.

Carrie Stradley - Teacher - Commented on secondary students not wearing masks, N95 masks. Does the district have a plan to provide these masks? How is the district reaching out to families who speak many languages? How is the district judging the effectiveness of communication?

Jovita McConnell - Parent - Shared concerns on the disorganization of the district, lack of communication, and lack of leadership. Concerned with lack of planning, lack of communication to parents. What is the plan for next year? The district should be proactive instead of reactive.

Jennifer Castillo - Parent - Shared concerns that parents are always left in the dark, lack of communication from the Superintendent, and the district. Please communicate frequently with parents and the community.

Megan Johnson - Teacher - Shared concerns on the lack of communication from the district to teachers. Other school districts share continuous and consistent communication with staff, families, and the community. Parents are not informed as to what to do if their student or another student is tested positive, including quarantining and next steps, i.e. testing. etc.

Kimberly Goodman - Social Worker - Commented that she would like to hear how the decision was made for secondary students to go remote and why elementary is still in person. Transparent communication would help significantly within the district and build trust.

Laura Linde - Counselor - Shared concerns on mental health needs for students and staff. It is important to be clear in communication and supportive of all staff and students with mental health needs, awareness, and sharing of resources.

4. Discussion Items

A. Covid -19 Protocols

Director Hoover would like some understanding as to how the plan was made, insight into the conversation, and how the decision was made for secondary versus elementary, especially when looking at the attendance numbers. In addition, would like clear action steps on how we are going to communicate more effectively and what we are going to communicate. Additionally, she would like clarity on data, and what data is shared. Additional items included information on masks for students, plan for next year, and how are we going to be proactive.

Director Morris echoed Director Hoover's comments and added mental health for staff and students.

Director Bolerjack would like to know how the decision was made, who was involved and what were the facts used for the final decision. What is happening at lunchtime with students and masks? What factors go into going back to in-person learning. Director Bolerjack would like a weekly communication to all staff and families in multiple languages that includes what is happening in the district, including information in person or remote learning, testing and mask supplies, etc. In addition, want to include mental health resources in the communication and communication plan.

Director Larson echoed all Directors' comments. Additionally, he would like to have community input on communication, mental health issues, and other areas. He would like to see absence data (staff and student) for January 2022. He would also like information on getting masks to students and making sure are testing protocols are sufficient.

President Agpaoa Ryder would like clear COVID protocols for all in our community and check with our community on how it is going and how we need to improve. Increased clarity on current response and next steps based on community needs, not only regional but community needs. Increased effective communication related to COVID and partnering with our families, community-based organizations in order to be more effective. We cannot do this alone and we need to use our richness of cultural wealth. We need action steps and updates of the process for all. Tests and N95 masks for any community member that requests them. How will we make sure our community feels supported?

Dr. Herndon provided information on four key questions. (document attached)

1. Approval of District Protocol on determining pivot of online learning

Absent rates - student and staff
10% of core student or staff positivity rate
Percent and mix of unfilled positions - creates unmanageable operations and/or safety risks
50% to 100% school leader/COIVD Site Supervisor absence due to confirmed COVID case

For Tukwila School District, the decision was based on the increased student and staff absences, our ability to fill the absences, the rising number of confirmed cases, and the lack of testing kits available. Shifting to remote learning enables safer learning while we work through this phase, and allows us to shift resources as needed to provide fuller coverage in other areas, i.e. transportation, etc.

We look at the daily absent rate for staff and students. Additionally, we did not have enough substitutes to fill in for absent staff. At this time, we have 2000 KN95 masks available. We also have N95 masks, however, we need to have staff trained for fittings as these masks require a proper fitting. Additionally, we have been using our supply of tests on students and staff who requested which has dwindled our supply. We do have an order in for 600 tests, however, the order has been delayed due to supply chain issues. The scheduled delivery of test kits is unknown at this time. We have placed an additional order for 4000 test kits through PSESD. All of these pieces were part of the decision process to shift to remote.

Director Bolerjack asked do we have elementary-sized KN95 masks? Dr. Herndon replied that he will check on that, and if we don't, we will order some. If there are no smaller-sized KN95 masks, then we will need to do a fitting of N95 masks for elementary students.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked how are parents notified that a sibling has been in close proximity of a positive case? What is the communication process? What is the quarantine or isolation procedure? How will community members know that there are positive cases in classes? Along with what are the procedures, should we get tested, and where can we get tested? Dr. Herndon shared that we did receive new protocols this week from the King County Department of Health regarding contact tracing and quarantine time. The updated protocols are being reviewed and will be posted and communicated out to our community. President Agpaoa Ryder shared that all staff, students, families, and community members need clear protocols. We should not expose our children, staff, and families to any harm until we have these clear protocols.

Director Morris asked if our supplies, i.e. masks, testing kits, current and on order, going to be enough for our staff and students? Also, are we remembering the Tukwila Children's Foundation has offered to assist in supplying for our needs and assistance in communication? Dr. Herndon shared that we try to replenish on a weekly basis. We have put in another order for masks and testing kits. We do have masks available for students and staff who need them. We do reorder masks weekly. We do not wait until our supply is low. As for testing, we have been testing students and staff who are having symptoms.

Director Hoover asked who in our district is trained on how to fit N95 masks. Ms. Cardenas replied that we have trained several staff, i.e. special education teachers, nurses, and custodial staff. In addition, we have one person who is trained (L&I) for mask fittings for the district. Director Hoover asked what the process is for N95 mask fittings? Ms. Cardenas shared that training is done in person as the trainer needs to make sure that the masks are properly secured on the person. Director Hoover commented that there seems to be a disconnect between supply and communication around supply. I am hoping that we can address this later.

Director Hoover asked how many tests td we have right now in our district? Ms. Maestro shared that the high school has approximately 80 tests, each of the elementary schools has approximately 20 tests, and the middle school has approximately 10. Director Hoover asked how many tests were administered this week? Ms. Maestro replied that on average, each of the elementary schools administers approximately 20-40 tests daily. At the high school, approximately 40 tests are administered daily for students, with an additional 30 tests for trainers and athletes three times a week. Director Hoover shared that based on the math, we have about one (1) day of test kits.

Director Hoover asked what creative short or long-term configurations were discussed prior to putting to schools to fully remote? And what are the future plans? Dr. Herndon replied that there are challenges with hybrid learning. We were following the MOU agreement that is currently in place. We also considered having current supplies, i.e. masks, testing kits, etc. Director Hoover shared we need to look at additional creative ideas for this in the future.

Director Hoover asked how did we adapt the Seattle Public Schools deciding factors to Tukwila as Seattle Public Schools is a much larger district? Dr. Herndon shared that we didn't adopt these, but they are good barometers. I am looking at how we are trending in general, do we have staff for classrooms, do we have test kits, do we have masks? These are the main drivers for Tukwila School District.

Director Bolerjack asked are there essential staff i.e. nurses, in each building? How are we covering for absences? Dr. Herndon shared that central office staff has been covering the buildings for various staff positions. As for nursing, we had two (2) agency staff scheduled for nurse absences. If we are missing the essential staff, this would be one of the data pieces reviewed for consideration of pivoting to online learning.

2. Five CDC protocols and safety procedures

The King County Department of Health, the CDC, and the State Department of Health have updated their protocols and safety features as thy apply to K-12 schools, which include quarantine time, isolating, masking, etc. All of these differ slightly. Tukwila School District continues to follow the Department of Health guidelines for all school staff and students. Current updates include:

All people with confirmed COVID-19 (with or without symptoms) need to isolate for at least 5 days, or until symptoms resolve. They will need to continue to wear a mask for an additional 5 days.
Students ages 5-17 years who have completed their COVID-19 vaccines, and adults who are vaccinated and have received their recommended booster doses do not need to quarantine after close contact with someone with COVID-19.
Students who are not fully vaccinated and have had close contact with someone with COVID-19, must quarantine for at least 5 days after the last close contact, and wear a mask in public for an additional 5 days.
Rapid tests are available for students and staff. As the test supply is available, schools can order through Learn to Return.

In addition, TSD will follow the additional protocols:

Director Hoover commented that we can add more guidance specific to Tukwila, to recommended state guidance. Additionally, what are the plans for lunch and student safety? Dr. Herndon shared that there are additional things we can do to ensure a lower rate of transmission and student safety. He will be meeting with administrators at Foster High School to begin this conversation. These conversations are ongoing and will continue to be ongoing.

Director Hoover asked how are we supporting families who may want to quarantine their children longer? How are we ensuring that those families are getting resources to engage in online learning? Dr. Herndon shared that even if students are quarantined, they are still counted as in school so it does not affect absences. Mr. Howard, Chief Academic Officer shared that he and Mr. Baker have devised a plan to support students with laptops/Chromebooks, working with google classroom, and best practices for synchronous and asynchronous learning. If students need additional help, we do have tutors available for K-5, and Aha Learning for students in grades 6 - 12. When students come back to the classroom, they will continue to have access to tutors as needed.

Director Morris shared that the quarantine specialists are being used for contact tracing. Mr. Howard responded that all staff is doing above and beyond. President Agpaoa Ryder commented that staff covering and going above and beyond is not sustainable. This is a crisis. We should not keep a school open in a crisis mode. We need to hear from the people most impacted. We need an ongoing process for people to check in and give feedback.

Director Morris asked if there was a specialist in each building? Mr. Howard shared that it is his understanding that a quarantine specialist for each school.

Director Hoover commented that there are still several things that we need clarity on.

Based on time constraints, the Board of Directors would like to continue the rest of the agenda at a Special Board Meeting. Dr. Herndon shared that there are two virtual listening sessions next week.

Director Hoover would like a clear communication plan, supports for mental health, and an update on supplies.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked as a Board, can we make the call to close schools? Dr. Herndon replied that school closures are on the operational supplies. If we do not have the test kits, we will shift to remote learning for the district. Dr. Herndon shared that we do have communications ready for distribution. Dr. Herndon shared that a decision would be made no later than Noon on Monday. The Board commented that the timeline does not seem to give staff, students, and families enough time to prepare for a shift in learning. Dr. Herndon shared that the deadline is the latest a communication would go out. Directo Hoover suggested a communication is prepared beforehand and should include information on masks, tests, supplies, staffing, etc.

Director Morris commented that we can expect to have protocols in place? Dr. Herndon replied that yes, that is correct. Director Morris suggested looking at Auburn School District's example.

Director Hoover summarized the next steps:

Laid out plan of supporting students in online learning
Plan to address what is not working
Reconvene next week to continue to work on our policies - Superintendent to bring drafted policies to the meeting
Superintendent Herndon will be drafting communication as to what could potentially happen

Superintendent Herndon shared that he would make a final decision no later than 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

5. Public Comment

A. Public Comment

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

Katie Hugo - Teacher - Shared concerns on the lack of communication, lack of preparation, and consideration, especially around elementary schools, including masks not fitting students, unable to teach with 1/2 of the classroom out due to covid, and lack of preparation for students.

Jennifer Fichamba - College and Career Readiness Specialist - Shared that Foster High School is the reason why secondary is remote due to Administrators being out of the office. Concerns shared on vaccinations for staff and unvaccinated staff in our district, no quarantine specialist at all buildings, unclear communication, lack of test kits, and outdoor seating for lunchtime, lack of sufficient masks for each person, and instructions for cleaning.

Jovita McConnell - Community Member - Shared as a community member, we are not inclusive. Concerns on secondary being remote and elementary schools still in person, safety measures not clearly articulated, communication plan needs clarity, and poor running of the district.

Jenni Standard - Teacher - Shared concerns that things are not back to normal, students struggling in classes, no real social-emotional curriculum, students staying home due to feeling unsafe, out of tests, teachers mental health and no support, giving up daily planning periods. We need a quarantine specialist in our building.

Julie Herdt - Quality Engagement Specialist - Shared that she agrees with President Agpao Ryder. Monday is not enough time to let families know if elementary is going remote. The late notice is the biggest complaint we hear from parents and families because it is so disrespectful.

Andrea Gamboa - Teacher - Shared concerns that students do not feel safe, and for families to feel safe to send their students to school, trust broken and lacking since beginning of the pandemic, not prioritizing contact tracing. N95 masks should be a requirement, supplies need to be plentiful, access to vaccines for families, and resources in multiple languages and keeping our community, students, and staff safe.

Sohalia Ganje - Parent - Shared frustration that elementary schools are not in remote learning. Concerns shared on the CDC guidelines of five (5) day quarantining not sufficient, not enough support for teachers with online learning, issues with getting a Chromebook, and lack of communication and concern for not closing the commentaries and not stopping the spread of covid.

Perian Breuer - Teacher - Shared concerns that elementary students are not able to smoothly shift like secondary students, lack of Chromebooks, surplus sales and families getting the first option, lack of administrators stepping into classrooms, larger districts having better plans, and better communication than our small district.

Sonya Byorick - Teacher - Shared that her class was the first class to go out and didn't know the class was quarantined until technology showed up with Chromebooks. Shared concerns on lack of communication for next steps for staff or students upon quarantining of a classroom, preparing for online learning with no instructions for students, no communication and no plan, and no information on N95 masks.

Jennifer Castillo - Parent - Shared concerns on support for staff and students, concerns for a last-minute decision on the closing of elementary schools, and no time for preparation for students, parents, families, and staff.

Courtney Martinez - Teacher - Shared concerns as to when discussions will take place at the OSPI level, data on remote learning, physical education on remote learning, lack of thinking about different options other than remote, lack of a reasonable time to prepare for a shift to online learning, and lack of a plan in general.

Laura Linde - Counselor - Shared concerns on not following the MOU for tests, staffing and contact tracing, mental health support and resources for students, increased levels of pressure, depression, and anxiety, students feeling unsafe at schools, and lack of technology and/or access to technology. A suggestion of freezing grades for students to help reduce stress and anxiety and expressed a need for a solid social/emotional curriculum.

Eryn Pate - Teacher - Shared concerns that DOH guidance is bare minimum and the district can go above and beyond, concerns on students lunch, not masking and no contact tracing, quarantining and testing before returning to school. We do not have a quarantine specialist at Foster. We need communication sent to our staff and families. It is time to be proactive instead of reactive.

Jessica Paulsen - Teacher - Shared concerns on communication and the district website. Shared suggestion to make Covid-19 "button" on the website more distinct and more noticeable on the home page. Concerns shared regarding the communication to move to remote for secondary schools was sent "too late" for teachers to prepare students. The district assumes the families are getting communications, but families are not. Staff were not prepared for the shift to remote learning and could have been if there was a plan in place.

Margaret Kozowski - ELL ESP - Shared concerns on lack of communication on Covid rules. No guidance and when staff can return to school, what the new procedures are, very confusing.

Hannah Maestro - District Nurse - Shared appreciation and thanks for all the work of the nurses, quarantine specialists, and other staff.

Debbie Aldous - Teacher - Finals at the high school are a real stressor. A waiver should be considered.

Stella - It's very inconsiderate to wait until "Monday" for communication. The tests shouldn't be the main deciding factor. Last thing. COVID isn't going anywhere. So that doesn't mean just giving in and catching it, with only five (5) days quarantines. It means having a better plan at the beginning of each school year for variants/increased outbreaks//supplies/individualized learning needs/etc. until it's become more like the flu's impact in our lives.

Ms. Theobald - Teacher - Also, something

Anna Kalis - When I asked about how paras were being considered with tracing, I was told that because I wasn't next to a student for 15 minutes, I wasn't at risk. It felt very dismissive and as though we weren't being considered at all.

6. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 9:03 p.m.

January 11, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
********************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition - Director Larson

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the January 11, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

3. Oath of Office

A. Oath of Office - Student Representative - Samuel Fiapito

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

C. Legislative Update

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the December 4, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the December 14, 2021 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Minutes from the December 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and AGPAOA RYDER)

7. Board Discussion

A. Policy No. 6970 - Naming of Facilites

B. Board Retreat Update

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. iReady Diagnostic Assessment Data

B. Review of SMART Goals - 20-21

C. Stay in School Coordination Report

9. Presentations

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of the Purchase of new Kindergarten i-Pad Mini's

11. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpao Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Director Larson

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

Student Representatives Present:

Sam Fiapito

Harpneet Kaur

Student Representative Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Sandi Mills

Molly Deming

Courtney Martinez

Katie Hugo

Brian Seigel

Terra Dupont

Aaron Draganov

Resident

Perian

Silvia Dicus

Duane Meyer

Debbie Aldous

Melissa

Andrea Gamboa

Cody Mayor

Emily DiJulio

Emma Wohl

Erin Herda

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Hongya

Jess C

Jessica Paulsen

Jill Quy

Joe Camacho

Kathi Turner

Kelly Garrett

Ken Norton

Kim

Jonathan Joseph

Kirk Bille

Lundgren

Mathew Fichamba

Melissa Tatum

Minh Royer

Carol Kitano

Carrie Stradley

Cindy Lewis

Claire Folkins

Dai Phan

Diane Marestein

Eleanor Messerer

Erica Cieslikowski

Jenni Standard

Ka'imilani Aiona

Katarina Krueger

Joseph To

Bev Miller

Brad Bjorlo

Amber Johnston

Brenda Valdovinos

Brian Akers

Dita

Grace Saturnino

Haley Durslag

Jamie Lane

Jessica Paulsen

Jess C

Jordon Wong

Jorge Torres

Katarina Krueger

Katie Hugo

Ken Norton

Kim

Brad Valdovinos

B. Kemple

Arita

Phone In Callers - 2

Lisa Ring

Morgan Music

Ms. Theobald

Nancy Kawai

Naz Rokonaki

Oisin Gunning

Pamela Brossard

Renee Sylvain

Matiah Shaman

Rachel Lavender

Renee Sylvain

S.H.

Sarah Hendrickson

Selma Malkic

Sharon

Shelbye

Stephanie Chen

Sue Lane

Veronica Birdsong

Yvonne Chesak

Carrie Marting

Susie Kelly

Andy Giron

Marshall

D. Welcome Message

President Agpaoa Ryder conducted the welcome message.

E. Land Recognition - Director Larson

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the January 11, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the January 11, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Oath of Office

Superintendent Herndon conducted the Oath of Office for Samuel Fiapitio, Jr. Student Representative to the Board of Directors.

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comment.

Erin Herda- Teacher - I have families reaching out to me about when the district will make the call to go remote. Trust me no one wants to go remote but in one week COVID took over our school. As a teacher in the classroom, as of today, I have 26 students out. Most left Thursday or Friday because of positive or exposures, yet NO ONE in the district or the school is communicating total numbers to us. I have heard we had 300 students out last week. An administrator told another teacher that we have reached 35%. On Friday we had 7 teachers out and at least 3 of them were confirmed COVID. This means more of us have to cover, exposing us to more students. We have access to rapid tests but they are not as valid as PCR tests. I had COVID over break. Tested negative on the Rapid test and positive on PCR. One student emailed me yesterday and said “so they told me I have to quarantine but they didn’t tell me how to keep doing school.” Not every student going into quarantine is going to ask their teacher what they should be doing after they have already left. The imbalance there means that students are going to have bigger gaps because they are simply not going to know their expectations. Also, I’m wondering why the district hasn’t sent out communication on the lingering effects of COVID to educators and administrators. It does not simply go away. There is fatigue and fogginess, and muscle aches. This will impact the many students and staff coming back from having COVID. In my day-to-day work it feels more like we are supposed to ignore the pandemic than find ways to help our students and families navigate this hard time. I don’t need an hour-long training on iReady testing the first week back from break. I need to connect with my community so we can help each other figure out how to help our students who are anxious about the uptick in cases, about their nervousness about what’s to come. Yet I have not been given any tools or information to help them other than my natural instincts. Last year we asked for weekly updates on COVID cases, at this point I would be happy with ANY information. Teachers are feeling forgotten and abandoned. That doesn’t feel like the district we should strive for. We have one of the most amazing communities around but what are we doing to keep it together right now? I know that no one is actually ignoring the pandemic, but the lack of communication and more importantly the lack of iniquity from the district on how we are doing is very disheartening. We are five schools, come talk to us, come talk to the students. Find out what’s really happening, don’t assume. Thank you for taking your time to read this, but I also hope to hear back from you all.

5. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon provided several updates. Before winter break, we had two (2) SRO listening sessions. It was an impressive turnout. That process is continuing. We were planning on doing student sessions, but we want to check in with the facilitators for scheduling purposes. We have scheduled our first virtual Family Night event for Thursday, January 20th starting at 5:00 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear from our community. Thorndyke Elementary's mascot is the Thunderbird. We have reached out to the Muckleshoot and Duwamish tribes. We have received a response from the Duwamish tribe. We will start the process of changing the mascot at Thorndyke Elementary.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked Dr. Herndon if he had reached out to the tribal communities? Dr. Herndon replied that he was not able to personally connect, but would connect with them and let them know that we are going to make this shift with our mascot. He shared he would be following up with their tribal council.

Director Hoover requested a letter be sent to the larger community once a decision has been made, and include why we are where we are with the policy, and how we arrived at this decision, etc. A letter should also be sent to the Thorndyke Elementary School community.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon provided several updates. He acknowledged how impactful Omicron has been in our community and other communities. He also wanted to applaud and acknowledged all staff for what they have done, supporting our students and families, remotely and in person. We are working on communication to go out this week regarding what we are experiencing and what new guidance may be coming. We will be sending out weekly communications as to where we are with cases, absences, and if there will be any shift to remote learning. We will also start discussions on assessments, and possible rescheduling based on this current surge of Covid-19. We are in the process of updating protocols as there was a change from the King County Department of Health. Updates will be noted on the website, as well as communication to families and staff. For supplies, we do have masks available in every single building as well as take-home rapid tests available for staff and students. From the state level, Governor Inslee wants to make sure schools have the necessary amount of tests needed. Additionally, our website was down last week, which was a challenge for getting information out. In order to make sure our communications are clear and concise, we are working with SoapBox Communications. They are able to aid us in getting communication out quickly along with translated versions. As for technology, we do have hotspots available for students. By the end of the week, we will have identified any students who may need hotspots for connectivity. This will help in case we need to pivot to remote learning.

Hannah Maestro shared that we are continuing to provide rapid tests and have ordered more. CDC guidance has been updated and should be available on the website.

Director Bolerjack asked what have students been told about how they will work remotely when they are quarantining or home with covid. Have the teachers been able to put a plan in place so students know that they can connect remotely? How are we helping teachers to connect remotely with our students? Can we make sure that all staff knows that we have rapid tests available? How many rapid tests do we have? Are we giving out N95 masks as per the Department of Health guidance?

Dr. Herndon shared that there are variations as to who shifts to remote learning, i.e. one student, class or staff. I don't know about all of the variations and what happens with each. We are still working on gaining clarification on the Governor's proclamation in the Fall in-person learning for students who want that, as well as shifting to remote learning. As for rapid test kits, yes, we do have tests available. We do check our stockpile, and keep abreast as to our supply of tests. As for N95 masks, we do have them available. We are aware of how many and have ordered more.

Director Morris asked if the rapid tests are not as reliable, are we able to get PCR tests for our staff? Dr. Herndon shared that he would look into that, and follow up with the Board. Director Morris asked if we could have staff and student absences for each building? Dr. Herndon shared that will work on getting that data and will provide that information to the Board.

Director Larson asked it we had received any additional guidance on masks? Dr. Herndon replied that he would check for additional guidance on masks.

Director Hoover asked in regards to the Covid-9 dashboard, where are those numbers coming from, who is reporting the numbers? How are we getting this information? Ms. Maestro shared that the data is confirmed cases from either staff or parents and students. Once it is verified, I send the information to DOH. Director Hoover asked if we receive a positive result from a rapid test, do we wait until we receive a positive from a pcr test? Ms. Maestro shared that once we receive a positive rapid test, that counts as an affirmative result and do not request a PCR test.

Director Hoover asked what supports can we offer as a district that communications are strong, supports are in place for families and students? How can we offer this without putting more strain on our staff? Dr. Herndon replied that we have hired quarantine specialists who offer support to students/families who have been quarantined. We currently have two (2) specialists, with a third returning soon. We also have tutors available and have connected with students. We will include all of the students' support we have available in the communication going out to the community. Director Hoover commented that this was a great start, and suggested that there is follow-up with students to get their thoughts on what additional supports are needed, as well as any gaps in our current supports. Director Hoover commented that we know that all staff is burnt out, so how are we really helping to support now, and mitigate the long and short-term impact of burnout the teachers are feeling at this time? What is our plan to support and mitigate the burnout happening right now with our staff? Dr. Herndon replied that having as many subs available right now instead of using staff for additional fill-in. With Covid ever-present, it adds to the additional burden. We will continue to have conversations with staff to find out what support they need. We will continue to monitor the situation to see how we can continue to support staff.

Jr. Student Representative Sam Fiapitio asked if there was a remote learning option for students who are/need to quarantine? Dr. Herndon replied yes, there is an option. We would need to look at what technology needs the student may have. In addition, we have tutors who connect with students as well.

The Board of Directors would like staff and student absences, daily and weekly, as well as percentages and total numbers.

C. Legislative Update

Director Larson provided several legislative updates. Report attached. The Legislature is starting their "short" session. One of the main priorities is adding nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists. The house and senate have bills. The main focus is to add more nurses. In addition, both of the bills include smaller class sizes, which are unlikely to get funded this year. Both of the bills focus on adding more support staff, however, the recommendation is not done in an equitable way. A school with 5% poverty would get the same allocation as a school with 90% poverty.

SB 5536 - Establishing a collaborative school-based governance model - This is the first year in the legislature for this bill and is unlikely to pass this year. This is kind of the direction we are trying to go. The idea is to get more collaboration, community meetings, etc. This is in line with our district goals.

HB 1590/SB 5563 – Enrollment stabilization (continue to use 2019 enrollment numbers for BEA allocation) - Districts are allocated funds based on student enrollment. With the current Covid situation, most districts have seen a decline in enrollment. This should be temporary, however, with new variants, it may take longer for enrollment to increase. This bill will allow funding based on 2019 enrollment numbers.

SB 5581 - Addressing pupil transportation allocations - Transportation is not adequately funded. This proposal would allow districts to report underfunding and request reimbursement.

HB 1601 - Expanding the students experiencing homelessness and foster youth pilot program

The School Directors Association and Superintendents Association will be meeting with Legislators in Olympia the week of January 21st. If you would like to attend, please contact Director Larson.

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the December 4, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the December 14, 2021 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Minutes from the December 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and AGPAOA RYDER)

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

7. Board Discussion

A. Policy No. 6970 - Naming of Facilities

The Board of Directors reviewed the policy and had the following changes:

Add "local and federally recognized tribe"
Remove "past U.S. President or Washington national Senators".
Remove "local" and just have "attained prominence"

The Board of Directors would like input from the community. There may be other things they might want to have on this list of naming options.

B. Board Retreat Update

The first two (2) hours would be using the transformational framework and how we work together, along with community agreements. The last hour would tackle one or two of the listed topics.

The following topics were added to the Retreat Topics list:

District, Individual and Board goals
Sharing of tasks
Improving collaboration/partnerships with community-based organizations and families

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. iReady Diagnostic Assessment Data

Director Larson requested clarification on the Foster High School data for reading (page 10). How accurate do we feel this data is? What else should we be looking at? Mr. Baker replied that the Running Start ( approximately 100) and Puget Sound Skill Center students were not tested via iReady on reading as they are close to reading at a college level. We will be doing reading inventory at a similar time when we do iReady. The 66% is likely an accurate reflection.

B. Review of SMART Goals - 20-21

Director Hoover asked about adding additional indicators or elements including LGBTQ, disability, etc. Is this possible? Dr. Herndon replied that we would identify and be consistent with other areas in the breakdown of data. Student belonging is a crucial aspect, so we want to make sure we identify that.

C. Stay in School Coordination Report

Director Larson commented on the high absent rates at Showalter Middle School and Foster High School. Do we have any ideas on how to address some of these issues? We do have ESSER funding. Dr. Herndon shared that Ms. Birdsong is currently working through listening sessions with students and staff for input on ESSER spending.

Director Bolerjack inquired on the funding for truancy and re-engagement. Ms. Turner replied she has not been given a budget code at this time. It makes the work extremely difficult without funding. There are several re-engagment programs that we access that provide some support.

9. Presentations

There were no presentations.

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Morris made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson shared that it was exciting to finally be getting a Communications Director.

B. Approval of the Purchase of new Kindergarten i-Pad Mini's

Director Larson made a motion to approve the purchase of new Kindergarten i-Pad Mini's.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

The Board of Directors requested a communication plan to be submitted with the Technology Plan.

11. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Bolerjack made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 9:01 p.m.

December 14, 2021

Board Work Session

Board Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
********************************************************************************

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. CEE Dashboard Data

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Hoover

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

John Steach

Stephanie Chen

Ted Howard

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Jennifer Jones

Jeff Baker

2. Presentations

A. CEE Dashboard Data

Dr. John Steach presented to the Board of Directors. The presentation was an overview of the format of the dashboard and the functionality of the dashboard. This presentation was not a deep dive into the data. Some of the data shown is not exclusive to Tukwila School District. Some of the slides includes data from other districts as examples. The presentation is included in board documents on the agenda.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Board Work Session.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the work session at 6:11 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Welcome Message

E. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the December 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

C. Legislative Priorities - 2022

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the November 13, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the November 23, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and HOOVER)

6. Board Discussion

A. Welcome Message - Courageous Conversation

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Special Education - Update & Budget Impact

B. Grants Update - Quarterly

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Resolution No. 920 - Approval of an Interfund Loan

C. Approval of City Park Leases - Foster Park and Riverton Park

D. Approval of District Strategic Plan Proposal - Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE)

E. Approval of Policies No. 2402 - 2409

10. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Paula Everett-Truppi

Duane Meyer

Stephanie Chen

Jennifer Jones

Courtney Martinez

Aaron Draganov

Veronica Birdsong

Jeff Baker

Phone in callers x 2

Kyla Crawford

Susie Kelly

Ted Howard

Grace Saturnino

D. Welcome Message

President Agpaoa Ryder shared the Welcome Message.

E. Land Recognition

Director Hoover conducted the land acknowledgment.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the December 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Hoover made a motion to approve the Agenda for the December 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Agpaoa Ryder called for Public Comments.

There were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several updates. SRO virtual meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 16th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Chief Drever and I, as well as a facilitator, will be leading the discussion. Our community liaisons will be available as well. The intent of this discussion is to receive feedback from community members, staff, and students. Once feedback is received, we will compile the information and present it to Board. We have received feedback from Thorndyke Elementary regarding the information on their mascot. Their race and equity team has contacted both the Duwamish and Muckleshoot tribes. The initial ask was for any suggestions on an appropriate mascot. They have not yet received a response. Dr. Herndon will follow up if a response has not been received by the end of next week. Although there is a deadline of December 31st, the state is more focused on making sure that districts are engaged in the process. By the next Board meeting, I will be able to provide an update. We are looking forward to starting the strategic plan discussion. This will be a wonderful opportunity to hear from all stakeholders about what is working, what isn't working, and ideas for how we move forward.

B. COVID-19 Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. The Tukwila COVID Vaccine Clinic administered a total of 167 pediatric second doses. Cases continue to come in waves, and a 7-day quarantine with PCR test is effective so far as shown by a lack of transmission cases. Events such as CARE Night and FHS/SMS Winter Concert will be taking place, and we are using mitigation measures such as seating family units 6 feet away from each other and creating appointment slots for family units during CARE night. The Rotary Club is hosting a vaccination clinic on Friday at the Tukwila Pantry. These are adult first doses and/or boosters.

C. Legislative Priorities - 2022

Director Larson provided several legislative updates. Reports attached include TSD Legislative priorities, WSSDA Legislative priorities, and the School Funding Coalition Priorities for 2021-2022. The School Funding Coalition includes many entities such as WSSDA, WASA, etc. Director Larson noted that out of the top fifteen ranked legislative priorities we submitted to WSSDA for advocacy, nine (9) of ours made WSSDA's top 20 list.

Director Larson shared that the Legislative Day on the Hill will be happening the week of January 31st. This event will be held virtually and the exact date and time will be finalized the week before the event. If anyone is interested in joining, please contact Director Larson.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the November 13, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the November 23, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and HOOVER)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Welcome Message - Courageous Conversations

President Agpaoa Ryder lead the discussion on the background of the four agreements from Courageous Conversations. The agreements are a tool from the field guide written by Glen Singleton. What goes along with the four agreements is the courageous conversations compass. As we have these difficult conversations, we need to make sure we're also paying attention to our own as well as listening to where other folks are coming from i.e. beliefs, feelings, etc. In thinking about how we integrate anti-racism into leadership and in being, these tools are very useful. The agreements have a focus in four key parts: Stay engaged, experience discomfort - be vulnerable, speak your truth, and expect and accept non-closure. The compass has four key focus points: believing, thinking, feeling, and acting. Using these tools will help to ground us in conversations and our work.

7. sQuestions Only - Presentation

A. Special Education - Update & Budget Impact

Director Larson referenced Slide 4 and the care teams. What are the care teams seeing, i.e. trends, overviews, what insights they are getting? Jennifer Jones shared that we are building upon the first year. We will be looking at the data and the peer supports. We will be drilling down on the data. Director Larson would like the report to include any trends or overviews that may need additional attention or advocacy, etc.

Director Larson commented on Slide 10 in regard to integrated preschool at Tukwila Elementary. Is this not a goal for all of our schools? Is there a reason that Tukwila Elementary was the only one called out? Jennifer Jones shared that when she came to the district, we had one (1) self-contained integrated preschool. We did not have any special needs students in the classroom. We are partnering with ECEAP and setting aside a number of slots for students that we can include for an inclusive program. We hope to have this at every single school. At Tukwila Elementary, we have a special education certified teacher that is teaching the ECEAP class. This is what makes this class unique.

Director Larson commented that OSPI has goals and dates for special education measures/benchmarks. These would be useful to help set goals and to use as measures in our special education program.

Director Larson commented that it is a known fact that Special Education is underfunded. The underfunding is approximately $1.4 million. This year, we have shown significant improvement from 36% to 24%. However, what is the cause of the percentage going down? Ms. Jones shared that we are underfunded. We have the opportunity to try to recoup funding from the IDEA grant. Ms. Birdsong has additional information. Ms. Birdsong shared that she does not have the information at this time. Ms. Jones and herself can have an offline meeting with you and then share that information with the rest of the Board.

B. Grants Update - Quarterly

Director Larson asked for clarification on Special Education Section 619. Is this federal program targeted at something specific? Ms. Birdsong shared that this is part of the IDEA grant cluster. It covers a .3 FTE for a paraeducator. It falls under the Special Education cluster. We apply for this funding annually.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson congratulated the Transportation Department for hiring another driver, especially during these times.

Director Bolerjack and President Agpaoa Ryder acknowledged Harvard Jones's years of service to the school district.

B. Approval of Resolution No. 920 - Approval of an Interfund Loan

Director Larson made a motion to approve Resolution No. 920 - Approval of an Interfund Loan.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of City Park Leases - Foster Park and Riverton Park

Director Hoover made a motion to approve City Park Leases - Foster Park and Riverton Park.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

D. Approval of District Strategic Plan Proposal - Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the District Strategic Plan Proposal - Center for Educational Effectiveness.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

E. Approval of Policies No. 2402 - 2409

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve Policies No. 2402 through 2409.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

The motion died on the floor.

Discussion ensued. The Board of Directors requested a letter from each department head affirming support for the policy changes. Mr. Howard will collaborate with Foster High School regarding letters of support. Once all letters are received, the policies will be brought back to the Board of Directors for review and approval.

Director Morris made a motion to table the approval of the policies.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 7:49 p.m.

December 4, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, December 4, 2021

Special Saturday Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur
********************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. School Improvement Plan - Secondary

B. School Improvement Plans - Summary (Elementary and Secondary)

C. Proposals for Strategic Plan Work

4. Action Items

A. Approval of Resolution No. 919 - Certification of 2022 Excesss Property Taxes

5. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Agpaoa Ryder welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Ted Howard

Brett Christopher

Kelly Garrett

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Agenda of the December 4, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Discussion Items

A. School Improvement Plan - Secondary

Brett Christopher, Principal, Showalter Middle School, presented his School Improvement Plan (attached). The presentation included Celebrations, Areas of Focus, and Needs.

Director Bolerjack commented that she would love to hear the stories of student engagement and successes. Is the "circles" a curriculum or a method? Principal Christopher replied that it was a method. All staff has been trained in this method.

Director Larson commented on the Long Term Learners MLL ELL. Do you have any insights into how we reduce this number, or how things can be done better? Principal Christopher shared that the elementaries have adopted the same model that we have at the secondary level. Early emphasis and promoting of reading and focusing on the academic vocabulary pieces of the curriculum.

Director Hoover asked what committees currently exist at Showalter? What has been the process for committee recruitment? How are you ensuring that all stakeholders are coming along and being invited into that work? How are stakeholders notified when those meetings are taking place and invitations are extended? Principal Christopher shared that we currently have the following committees:

Leadership Team Meeting - This meeting used to be just department chairs. We now have ESP representation, and we have ASB (student officers) that will be joining and community partners. We have Dispute resolutions and Bridging Cultural Gaps. A calendar invite is sent.
PBIS - Ms. Perez leads this group. A calendar invite is sent.
Race & Equity - We have students who are on this committee.
Steering Together - We have posters sent out for more student involvement.

President Agpaoa Ryder asked how the restorative practice circles have improved the leadership community for your staff, students, and you? Principal Christopher shared that at the Admin. level, we have learned to be vulnerable and to be open. In addition, it is more about listening than talking. We are listening to the voices of the staff. We used this process in the area of discipline issues and to help resolve and restore to students that have been harmed. It has helped to reduce the exclusionary consequences for students.

B. School Improvement Plans - Summary (Elementary and Secondary)

Dr. Herndon provided an overview of the School Improvement Plan summary. This will help identify areas that are aligned with strategic goals, and the areas that need additional support. The summary document will be emailed to the Board for reference.

C. Proposals for Strategic Plan Work

Ted Howard, Chief Academic Officer, provided an in-depth review of the Strategic Plan Proposals Summary. The summary includes four main categories:

Race & Equity Training
Costs
Community Equity Focus
Results of meeting district goals

Based on the summary, the recommendation from Administration was to move forward with the CEE proposal for the strategic plan refresh. The Board of Directors will take final action at the next regular board meeting.

4. Action Items

A. Approval of Resolution No. 919 - Certification of 2022 Excess Property Taxes

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve Resolution No. 919 - Certification of 2022 Excess Property Taxes.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

5. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 10:56 a.m.

November 23, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Carlee Hoover
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
********************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the November 23, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Oath of Office

A. Oath of Office - Carlee Hoover - Board Director District 1

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

5. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the November 9, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the November 9, 2021 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON)

7. Annual Organization of the Board

A. Annual Organization of the Board of Directors

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Graduation Rates - June 2021

C. Enrollment Report - November 2021

D. Monthly Budget Status Report - August, September and October 2021

9. Presentations

A. Board Policies - First Read - Policy 6970 and Policies 2402 - 2409

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Technology Plan

11. Executive Session

A. Executive Session - To discuss with legal council representing the agency litigation or potential litigation to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency per RCW 42.30.110(i)

12. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Benton Coblentz

Courtney Martinez

Veronica Birdsong

Angie Marshlain

Stacy

Stephanie Chen

Duane meyer

Hannah Maestro

Aaron Draganov

Naz Rokonaki

Beth A.

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Jonathan Joseph

Grace Saturnino

Ted Howard

Kelly Garrett

D. Land Recognition

Director Agpaoa Ryder conducted the Land Acknowledgements which were crafted by students.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the November 23, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Agenda for the November 23, 2021 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Oath of Office

A. Oath of Office - Carlee Hoover - Board Director District 1

President Bolerjack conducted the Oath of Office for newly elected Carlee Hoover, Director District 1.

4. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Bolerjack called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr read the following public comments:

Courtney Martinez - Teacher - Thorndyke Elementary - My name is Courtney Martinez and I serve many different roles in the Tukwila School District. I am a teacher at Thorndyke Elementary School, where I serve as co-facilitator of the Race and Equity Team. My most notable role is that of parent to two students in our district; one at Foster High School and one at Showalter Middle School. It is from these roles that I am writing to you today to urge the school board to nominate and vote for Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder as President of the Tukwila School Board. In the 10 years that my children have been in this district, I have yet to see another candidate be so student and community centered than Bridgette. She advocates for the voice of the students to be heard and that of community always. She advocates for transparency and timely communication, something that TSD has always struggled with. She leads with a race and equity lens in all her discussions; which is immensely necessary in our diverse community. I hope that you take this time to also listen to community members and nominate Bridgette for School Board President. Thank you!

Joe Langer - Community Member - Thank you board of directors for taking my public comment on naming Showalter Gymnasium after Ron Keeling. Following Mr. Keelings passing there were a number of past students, staff and community members that thought this would be very fitting considering all Ron had done for The community, Showalter, the students and student Athletes over the many years. He spanned many generations of the same families as well and can’t name one person who has ever had a bad thing to say about him. Ron’s resume would be hard to match by any other staff member over the years from teaching, coaching multiple sports middle school and high school and helping thousands of students in life, Ron was one of the reasons I came back to Showalter and Foster to be a coach for Basketball and Golf. The Gymnasium was his office for countless years and should continue to be his office now in his memory. If needed I can get more statements from others regarding why we should memorialize the gym after Ron.

Thu Tran - Teacher - Showalter Middle School - This is my 14th year teaching in the Tukwila School District. I am writing about two things: my nomination for Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa-Ryder as Board President and to share both my appreciation for her work and dedication to our district and for the work and dedication of two classified employees, the office staff at Showalter Middle School, Yasir Magsoosi and Andrea Cameron. First, I highly recommend and nominate Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa-Ryder for the position of School Board President. Her work and dedication is beyond just a written commitment; she regularly and actively engages with the community, advocating for our students, families and staff, particularly our BIPOC members of the community. Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder does more than celebrate and acknowledge our renowned diversity here in Tukwila; she fights to empower it, and to give it voice by taking the time and energy to listen and take action. We need courage to challenge harmful policies and decision-making, we need change in the systems that neglect and over-stress, and we need vision to maintain solidarity and push us forward, not backward here in Tukwila. Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder is the right leader for these calls to action. Secondly, I want to share my appreciation for some of the most underappreciated staff at our school; our new Office Manager Yasir Magoosi and new Attendance Secretary Andrea Cameron. It has been very difficult, the transition from a pandemic Zoom year to full in-person, full capacity teaching and learning during a time when all of us are still reeling from the trauma that happened and is still happening as a result of the pandemic. When we sadly lost our office manager to cancer and another to a better opportunity, we feared the worst. But two paraeducators who thankfully understand our school and our systems stepped up to take on jobs that arguably require a team EACH and yet, somehow, they are able to keep the entire school running well, with a smile and so much grace and support. I imagined two strangers to the district taking up both positions, who would still be learning on the job months later, still unfamiliar with our diverse populations and lacking necessary nuance and finesse to navigate through Showalter waters...I just know that our school would flounder without these two amazing, hard-working individuals supporting us. It goes to show how important it is to establish good relationships with people here in our district who have shown loyalty and dedication in the face of extreme difficulty. Retention has always been a struggle particularly now but some choose to stay and I hope we continue to show respect and support for the people who carry us to the finish line, daily. Thank you.

Zach Pratap - Community Member - I wish to indicate my support for Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa-Ryder for the President of the Board. TSD is one of the most diverse school districts in the nation and as Vice-President it is only fitting that she represents the diverse voices of the students, families and the community that she personally understands and seeks to serve and transform. Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder has been involved in race and equity teams at both building and district levels and advocates for the BIPOC students and families in terms of accessibility to resources and opportunities. The board needs to do its due diligence to elect a very highly capable and qualified female BIPOC leader.

Allan Howard II, Riley Haggard, Jonathan Joseph - Tukwila Children's Foundation - Today we welcome our newest director, Carlee Hoover, to the Tukwila School Board. The start of new terms allows us to reflect on the past year and look forward to the fantastic opportunities ahead. We want to thank you for your steadfast leadership through the difficult times our students and families continue to experience caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic recession. It has been difficult for many, but having leaders who listen and respond to the community's needs has made a difference for many. As we look to the future, we are excited about the school board's focus on operationalizing the values of equity, belonging, diversity, and inclusion into all levels of the school district. We are encouraged by the movement to center student and family's voices. We will continue to partner in elevating the experience of those who are not at the decision-making table. We appreciate the intentional focus on creating a school culture that is reflective of our diverse community. We celebrate the opportunities for our students and families, specifically, those who are most marginalized, to be invited, included, and appreciated as a part of our Tukwila family. We even see this in our school board leadership. Historically, the current Tukwila School Board Vice-Chair has assumed the position of Board Chair once vacant, or the term is expired. If precedence remains, we are excited to welcome Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder to the board chair position. After speaking with a large number of community members, many are encouraged by the history of Tukwila electing community role models in this role. Many commented that it's nice seeing a former teacher or a reverend/community leader in this position before. They shared, "Now our daughters get to see a woman of color, whose a mom with young kids in the district, a working professional and a DOCTOR, lead the school board." Many community members shared that having a woman of color in this role makes a difference for so many young BIPOC girls in our community. So many BIPOC girls do not see enough women of color in leadership roles with the support of their white colleagues. Thank you for recognizing the importance of showing this type of equitable leadership model and supporting Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder in her new role. This academic year continues to be a challenge. Yet, with leaders like those in the Tukwila School District, who exemplify the values of community, diversity, equity, and inclusion, we can push forward and lead with integrity. Congratulations to Dr. Agpaoa-Ryder in her new role, and welcome Director Hoover to the school board. We look forward to our continued partnership together.

5. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. Welcome to Director Hoover and congratulations. He attended the WSSDA conference this week. There were many excellent conferences. One of the main key take away was to be able to listen with kindness and empathy. He reported on traffic updates and making schools safer for our students. Thorndyke Elementary has implemented several safety protocols that has increased the safety of their students. Each elementary has individual safety issues. We are partnering with the City of Tukwila for input into safety standards. Vaccination clinics will continue. He reported on attending several meetings with the Area Superintendents, Department of Health, etc. There was a lot of frustration expressed as there was not a lot of guidance from several state entities. We have, as a group, made several pleas to update several of the processes and procedures. We do have an early release tomorrow, followed by no school on Thursday and Friday due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

B. COVID-19 Report

Hannah Mastro, District Nurse reported on the recent COVID 19 vaccination clinic held this week. We were able to administer 171 first dose student immunizations, plus booster shots for adults. In addition, we began implementation of the 7-day quarantine. Families seem enthusiastic about this option. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) are now available on the website. This includes information about what to do when students and teachers have to quarantine or isolate. The structure of the Department of Health support has changed. We are now working with a new DOH point of contact, Pricilla Nutu. She will provide guidance as well as connect us with resources such as mass testing and school visits as needed.

C. Directors' Reports

President Bolerjack reported that she had hoped to have a student representative here tonight. We still have one to interview, however, it is a bigger interview process according to policy. We hope to have two student reps the next time we meet. She reported on attending the WSSDA annual conference. One of the things that kep coming up was a quote "not going back to what was, but stitching a new garment". Imagine getting all the threads and what the new garment will look like. She also shared that WSSDA shows attendees students from around the state. One student sang a song called Legacy, and sung about what matters. His song is posted on her personal facebook page. She shared that while she was attending, she noticed how strong and steady our leadership was. There were a lot of other boards who felt like there were floundering and stumbled upon several new rules while attending the conference. She shared that there were approximately 125 changes in the last 18months, either legal or policy change. Our staff did this so seamlessly, that most of us didn't realize. Kudos to our staff for staying on top of all that we have had to go through for the last 18 months.

Director Morris reported attending the WSSDA annual conference. She shared that she learned about HB 1160. We need to advocate at the legislature to make things more clear as district interpret things differently. i.e. what is essential versus what isn't. She also shared that she attended a session presented by Woshougal. Their philosophy is they decide what programs and where they want to go, then decide the budget. This might be something we can look into. There are also some great ideas for our CTE programs that were discussed, which she shared with Mr. Baker.

Director Hoover shared that she was honored to be serving the community of Tukwila and provided a brief bio. Director Hoover reported that this last week was a whirlwind. She reported attending the Race & Equity meeting at Tukwila Elementary. It was wonderful to be in the space with folks. She shared that she attended the WSSDA annual conference and Board Boot Camp. She attended the Budgeting for Equity. This showed how to put the money behind the words, and making sure resources are shifted and directed to the students.

Director Agpaoa Ryder reported on attending the WSSDA annual conference. The keynote, presented by Brooke Brown, was phenomenal. She acknowledged and recognized Brooke Brown and Erin Jones as a phenomenal educators/leaders. Director Agpaoa Ryder reported attending the Equity Caucus. This was an excellent session on how to not just hear from the community, but how to share power and collaborate with the community. Community meeting events are included in the written report (attached).

Director Larson reported on several items. Consensus data is starting to come in. This usually means that we would need to review our director district boundaries to make sure they are equally divided, etc. This will need to happen before the next election in 2023. He shared an update on the Cascade View Robotics program. The students in this program are getting very advanced. This is in part to creative learning labs equipment and the teacher who initiated a new programming curriculum during COVID. He reported on the General Assembly. This year it was conducted via Zoom. A couple of the initiatives we submitted passed.

Reduce barriers to post-secondary education
Staffing - support positions for high poverty schools
Equity-based funding system - this is the first time the association passed this
Full support for McKinney-Vento student

Director Larson reported on his meeting with Representatives Hackney and Berquist. It was an excellent meeting. Discussion focused on Representatives being equitable with funding. He also attended the Equity in Education Coalition conference. The group who presented, N.W. Education Access Group, provides mentoring services to high school and college students to help them navigate the education system and keeps them on track as they go through their education. They recently expanded to include all of King County. They will stay with students from high school through college. This would be an excellent group to connect with. Director Larson shared that he read Powerless to Powerful, which was recommended by Ted Howard, Chief Academic Officer. The whole premise is that you need to enable and power staff. Director Larson reported on attending the WSSDA annual conference. He attended the Highline presentation which focused on Race and Equity work, specifically identity. He also attended the WSSDA On Board session on Equity and the Quincy Empathy Interviews session.

6. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the November 9, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the November 9, 2021 Board Work Session

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON)

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

7. Annual Organization of the Board

A. Annual Organization of the Board of Directors

President Bolerjack called for nominations for President.

Director Hoover nominated Director Agpaoa Ryder for President.

Director Agpaoa Ryder accepted the nomination.

Board Directors in Favor:

Director Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Board Directors Opposed:

None

Director Morris nominated Director Bolerjack for Vice President.

Director Bolerjack accepted the nomination.

Board Directors in Favor:

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Opposed:

None

8. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Graduation Rates - June 2021

Director Larson Dave asked are there any programs or anything we have in place to try and reconnect with those students that have dropped out of school? Dr. Herndon replied that there are several organizations that do this work. Some challenges that lots of districts are facing is an increase in students dropping out of school and decreased enrollment. We will continue to engage with our current organizations and use additional resources and strategies to connect and follow up with students.

C. Enrollment Report - November 2021

Director Hoover asked what fluctuation in enrollment is expected and normal? Also, when might you see a drop in enrollment where you might be concerned and examine that data moe closely? Dr. Herndon replied that Tukwila has been in an enrollment decline for some time. We are not the only district experiencing this in King County. A lot of this is tied to cost of living, housing prices, jobs, etc. the state overall is currently down about 4-5% overall. The state is trying to figure out where all of those students are, which varies per region. In our area, it is approximately 1-2% per district. There is a hope that vaccinations for five - eleven-year-olds will positively impact the enrollment.

D. Monthly Budget Status Report - August, September and October 2021

Director Larson commented that in the October Budget Report, ESSER III is listed as $2.3 million. Is this being allocated to us in pieces? What is going on there? Veronica Birdsong, Chief Financial Officer, replied that ESSER III funds were distributed in two (2) pieces. The amount listed on the Budget Status Report is 20% for the learning loss set aside. That was included in the 21-22 budget. Between ESSER II and ESSER III, the latter was a big chunk of money, so the remaining part of ESSER III is in the 22-23 budget.

President Agpaoa Ryder followed up on the Tribal Language Heritage grant. How do our tribal families know about this moving forward? Ms. Chen replied that we did not apply for this grant this year. We applied last year for it, and will receive grant funds for this year and next year. If you would like us to pursue this grant, please let us know and we can submit a grant application.

9. Presentations

A. Board Policies - First Read - Policy 6970 and Policies 2402 - 2409

Director Larson commented on Policy 6970. The procedure title was changed. The policy title should be changed as well to be consistent. Director Larson commented that this current policy is rather restrictive. It would be beneficial to engage the community for additional input. President Agpaoa Ryder agreed with Director Larson and requested input from the District Race and Equity team and cabinet.

10. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Technology Plan

Director Bolerjack made a motion to approve the Technology Plan.

Director Hoover seconded the motion.

The motion died on the floor.

Discussion ensued and the Board of Directors requested additional information:

Race & Equity Toolkit- which groups would be impacted by this plan. Include breakdown of groups by race or program.
Include student, staff, community input - how is this impacting the underrepresented groups.
SWOT analysis with goals for improvement
The curriculum listed in the plan - Was this approved by the Curriculum Committee? Was this reviewed by the Race & Equity Committee? When did the Board approve this curriculum.

Director Larson made a motion to table the approval of the Technology Plan.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

11. Executive Session

President Agpaoa Ryder recessed the regular meeting to Executive Session at 8:21 p.m. for approximately 15 minutes to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or potential litigation to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency per RCW 42.30.110(i)

A. Executive Session - To discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or potential litigation to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency per RCW 42.30.110(i)

President Agpaoa Ryder called the meeting back to regular session at 8:35 p.m. There was no action.

President Agpaoa Ryder called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Hoover

Director Bolerjack

Board Directors Absent:

None

12. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting.

Director Bolerjack seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Agpaoa Ryder adjourned the meeting at 8:36 p.m.

November 13, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, November 13, 2021

Special Saturday Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur
********************************************************************************

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. School Improvement Plan - Secondary

B. District Strategic Plan - Options

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack call Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Ted Howard

James Blanton

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the agenda of the November 13, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Discussion Items

A. School Improvement Plan - Secondary

James Blanton, Principal, Foster High School, presented his School Improvement Plan. Mr. Blanton provided an overview of Foster High School Goals, which are organized in four (4) categories:

Culture
Expectations
Connecting supports to students
Community connections/engagement

The Foster High School mission statement, along with specific goals for FHS were included as part of the presentation. All presentation materials are attached.

B. District Strategic Plan - Options

Dr. Herndon provided a brief overview of the history/background of the strategic plan and plan to move forward. Ted Howard, Chief Academic Officer, reviewed the two (2) strategic plan proposals received through the RFP process.

Upon further discussion and feedback, the Board of Directors requested the following additional items:

Race & Equity analysis of each proposal received
Comparison of pro's and con's for each proposal received - i.e. comparison chart
More local involvement - needs to be reflected in the proposals
Facilitators more reflective of community

Once the additional information is received, the proposals will be re-presented to the Board of Directors for further discussion.

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to adjourn the Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolejack adjourned the meeting at 10:52 a.m.

November 9, 2021

Board Work Session

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Board Work Session via Zoom Meeting and Phone (5:00 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
*********************************************************************************
1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

2. Presentations

A. School Improvement Plans - Elementary

3. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the Work Session to order at 5:00 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Steve Salisbury

Veronica Birdsong

Tenesha Fremstad

Ted Howard

Jeff Baker

Jennifer Jones

Hani Nur

Aaron Draganov

Constance Thomas

Bev Miller

2. Presentations

President Bolerjack noted that the evaluations of the previous year were not included in the presentation. It was requested that the evaluations are included with the School Improvement Plans.

A. School Improvement Plans - Elementary

Tenesha Fremstad, Principal, Cascade View Elementary, presented her School Improvement Plan (attached). President Bolerjack commented that she loved hearing about the professional development on SEL and anti-racist work and that, when Ms. Fremstad had some time, she would like to meet and hear about the changes that she has seen in people and in practice. President Bolerjack asked if there was a Community in Schools person at Cascade View Elementary? Ms. Fremstad replied yes, we do have someone, and we will be meeting to discuss various items, etc.

Constance Thomas, Principal, Thorndyke Elementary, presented her School Improvement Plan (attached). Director Larson asked about typical growth and stretch grow, what do you think about having goals related to stretch growth? Ms. Thomas replied that we do need to have stretch goals or we will not be able to close the achievement gaps. We will be working with our data team. President Bolerjack would like to see copies of Ruler charters when they are finalized. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked what is the percentage of ELL students at Thorndyke? Ms. Thomas replied 50%. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked what is going to happen with the mascot. Ms. Thomas replied that our R&E leaders plan to reach out to the Duwamish tribe to ask to keep the thunderbird. We are waiting to hear back from them.

Steve Salisbury, Principal, Tukwila Elementary, presented his School Improvement Plan (attached). Director Larson inquired, when you stated that iReady reading scores will increase by 8%, were you talking about students at grade level or typical growth or stretch growth? Mr. Salisbury replied he was referring to all growth. Stretch growth is important, for not just students, but staff as well so all of us are aware of where the students are and getting them caught up.

Dr. Herndon shared if there are any additional questions, please send them to him and we will follow up with Principals.

3. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Board Work Session.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the Board Work Session at 6:10 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the November 9, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the October 16, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the October 26, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and AGPAOA RYDER)

6. Board Discussion

A. Student Representative to the Board of Directors

B. Improving Inclusive Practices - Community Voice

C. Formation of Workgroups

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. District Improvement Plan

B. New Teacher Academy

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Highly Capable Program Plan for 2021 - 2022

C. Approval of Resolution No. 918 - Approving Newly Elected Board Directors to attend the WSSDA Annual Conference

D. Approval of Inclusive Practices which Center Community Voice and Improve Transparency

E. Approval of Formation of Workgroups

10. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Bev

Carlee Hoover

Duane Meyer

Hannah Maestro

Veronica Birdsong

Courtney Martinez

Ian Sample

Jennifer Jones

Grace Saturnino

Stephanie Chen

Jeff Baker

Aaron Draganov

Pam Bila

Ted Howard

Hani

Kelly Garrett

Theren Hayes

D. Land Recognition

Director Agpaoa Ryder shared Land Acknowledgements that were crafted by our students.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the November 9, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Morris made a motion to approve the agenda for the November 9, 2021 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Bolerjack called for Public Comment.

Deborah Kohr shared there were no public comments.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We continue to work on our SRO opportunities. These have been pushed back a couple of weeks due to availability of our facilitator. We will have different stakeholder groups to speak among themselves and ask questions. Stakeholder groups include students, community members, families and staff. Once the information is compiled, a report will be completed by the facilitator and then will be presented to the Board for further discussion and action. For our Saturday meeting, the secondary principals will be presenting their School Improvement Plans. We will also review and discuss the proposals received for a refresh on the District Strategic Plan.

We will be hosting a vaccination event next week for children aged five (5) to eleven (11) years old. The vaccination clinics have been organized by the COVID team. Thank you to Aaron Draganov, Hannah Maestro and Jennifer Jones for their work on this event, as well as the future clinic events.

B. COVID-19 Update

Hannah Maestro, District Nurse, provided an update on COVID-19 information. As Dr. Herndon mentioned, we will be hosting a vaccination event next week. Our Community Liaisons have helped with getting the word out to our families, and they will be onsite during the event to help with translating as needed. We have also worked with the communication company, Soap Box, to help with our Frequently Asked Questions in regard to the vaccination, and the event. We also follow the Department of Health's guidelines. There have been a couple of changes:

DOH is now requiring schools to use a 7-day quarantine after the last exposure date with testing during day 5-7. The student or staff member may return to school if they are COVID-negative and asymptomatic. If the student or staff member does not turn a COVID test in, they will continue to quarantine until 14 days after their exposure.
Priority Contact Tracing: found on page 11 of the supplemental considerations- focuses contact tracing efforts on priority situations (lunch/break rooms, classrooms where students are not 3 feet apart, etc.).
Performing Arts: “Masks are not required for fully vaccinated performers in high aerosol-generating activities, such as theatre (e.g., plays and musicals), speech/debate, and competitive dance. However, unvaccinated performers in these performing arts activities must participate in Screening Testing for Performing Arts as described below in order to remove their mask for a rehearsal or performance or event. Universal masking is required indoors when not actively rehearsing or performing.”

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the October 16, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the October 26, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and AGPAOA RYDER)

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. Student Representative to the Board of Directors

Dr. Herndon opened the discussion with a quick recap. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked how was this communicated to teachers, staff and what was the dialogue and communication back from the community? Dr. Herndon replied that in the past, we have looked at the leadership class, as well as Foster High School administrators. It is not uncommon to have one or two applicants. Sometimes, if a student is a participant in sports or other extracurricular activities, they might not have time to make the board meetings. We do have a process/procedure as to how it is communicated and advertised. President Bolerjack asked how we review the two current applications? Is that during a public meeting? Director Larson shared that it has always been an interview process. We have two board directors, the current Sr. Student Representative, and Administrators. Director Larson shared that he is interested in learning what the barriers are in getting information out to students. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that Director Larson and herself were part of the interview process. During and after the process, we discussed the concerns regarding lack of access. As of this point, we still have not seen nor heard any additional discussion on this and progress. She also shared concerned regarding our current Sr. Student Representative as she is part of the Board and a missing "piece" of us. President Bolerjack asked for suggestions in moving forward. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that we should connect with the students. President Bolerjack agreed that we should reach out to the students. President Bolerjack shared that she would connect with Foster High School Administrators. Director Morris agree with Director Agpaoa Ryder in that we do need to reach out and connect with students and make changes as needed, however we currently have two (2) students who have applied and are interested and it would not be advisable to change the rules and requirements at this point. Dr. Herndon shared that he could reach out to the principals to inquire what has been done in communicating and reaching out to students, and reach out to cabinet as well as colleagues for ideas on reaching all students.

Next steps include Dr. Herndon following up with the FHS principals, figure out what has taken place thus far, request feedback for additional ideas on how to reach students. Director Agpoa Ryder requested that Dr. Herndon also follow up with our Sr. Student Representative as well. Director Larson asked if a vote was needed to move forward in the process as we have two (2) applications at this time. Dr. Herndon would like first see where we are in the process with the application and to follow up with the applicants to confirm there is still a level of interest. President Bolerjack asked if there is still a level of interest from the students, could we proceed with the interviews? Director Larson and Director Morris would like to proceed. Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that she would like to hear from Foster High School more information on how the original information was distributed, how many students had access, are they recognizing that not all students had a fair, equitable chance to know about this information, etc. Just because a few people knew about this information does not mean that it was done equitably. President Bolerjack asked if we needed to wait until the next Board meeting to get follow up information from Dr. Herndon or can we get that information in the interim and move forward if it meets criteria? President Bolerjack suggested that the Board move forward in interviews as three (3) of the Board directors feel ready to proceed. If Director Agpaoa Ryder receives the information she needs, then four (4) of us would be ready to move forward and get student voice in our meetings. Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that it is unfortunate that our Board as a majority of us are deciding this as the majority of our students have not had a voice yet. I don't feel that we should be making decisions that impact our students without hearing from them.

B. Improving Inclusive Practices - Community Voice

Director Agpaoa Ryder facilitated the conversation beginning with a circle exercise. Director Agpaoa Ryder provided a quick recap of how this document was created and shared with the Board. We are now at the point of prioritizing the recommendations and moving forward by putting them into action/practice.

Director Morris commented that Item #1 - Center students, student voice and student brilliance in any decisions that impact students - should be a center of focus for the Board.

Director Larson shared that there are some on the list that can be done rather quickly. Item #16 - Superintendent provides a follow-up response (from prior meeting) in meeting packet -is actually already in our Superintendent's Expectations document. Item #17 - Public comments are emailed to the secretary board simultaneously - this one is easy to accomplish and put into practice. Item #12 - people who comment are moved to panel (Zoom) - if someone wants to give public comment online they can be moved to panel for comment. Item #15 - public comment on each agenda item - City council has this practice in place currently. Director Larson commented that Items #9 and #10 should be part of the "Formation of Workgroups" as they both have to do with how we present to the community and how a Board works / role of the board. We have a Board of Directors page on the website. If we wanted to have a couple of Directors go and review the page and see if there may better presentation of the information. Another workgroup would be for Item#1 - Student voice. There are several ways we could get students more involved with the budget, student reps could have an assignment to research a topic they are interested in and bring it back to the Board with recommendations, etc. In the past, Foster High School would have a cumulative project as part of the graduation process. Each student would be asked to reflect on their experience in the school district and discuss what went well, what didn't go well, changes, recommendations, etc. These are really informative. Dr. Herndon shared that we are gearing up to start the family nights again. In the past, these were very helpful as the liaisons would invite families to join this event and discuss specific topics and/or information and request feedback from families. President Bolerjack agreed that these meeting were very informative.

President Bolerjack commented that Items #1 and #2 were very big and vague. It is really hard to say we are just going to do them without breaking them down into smaller items. One way would be to pick the brains of the schools as to what our students experiences are. Our school administrators and teachers know this information and can provide that information, as well as direct interaction with students and families. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked what that would look like? Would it be visiting schools, or meeting with key stakeholders? She shared an example. Last year she reached out to PTA's and asked if she could meet with them which was very helpful as the information provided gave insight into issues and concerns. President Bolerjack agreed with Director Agpaoa Ryder. We get a lot of data, but would also like the stories behind the data. She also shared that she would love to have a class, or group come in and talk to us about concerns, issues, celebrations, etc.

Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that Item 14 - public testimony the beginning & end (online signups/paper in person) - Currently public comments are submitted, via email, by Noon on the day of the Board meeting. The Board can change this process as it belongs to the Board. Item #15 - public comment on each agenda item (before board business) - This would allow our community to speak on whatever the issue is before we begin board business. Item #16 - superintendent provides a follow up response (from prior meeting) in meeting packet - this would allow more transparency. Item #18 - Transciption/Translation assistance available for written comment - limiting our families to typed English is not inclusive and creates barriers. Other ways needed to for families to provide input.

Dr. Herndon will review and organize the list based on Board discussion and will provide more definitive answers. This final "draft" document will then be presented to the Board for further discussion and action.

Director Agpaoa Ryder and Deborah Kohr will work on the Public Comment items listed in the document (14, 15, 17, 7).

C. Formation of Workgroups

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. District Improvement Plan

Director Larson asked in regard to the Lucy Caulkins initiative, can you talk a little about this, are we extending it or what exactly is going on there? Mr. Howard replied that we are trying to support our students as to where they are at right now. A lot of our teachers are not using Lucy Caulkins at all. We have been supporting as best as we can. This is to expand support to our students.

Director Larson asked shouldn't we have student growth measures as opposed to proficiency measures? Mr. Howard replied we want our students to have both. I don't think we ever want to use one assessment to assess our students. iReady is a test that primarily tests students on English, which does not align with our goals. So we need to have assessment adapted to our students. Director Larson agreed with Mr. Howard, however he commented that only the proficiency measures were shown in the presentation. There were no growth measures included.

B. New Teacher Academy

Director Larson shared that several years ago we had a number of teachers coming from the Martinez Foundation Program. This is a particularly good program for recruiting, training and supporting teachers of color. Did our relationship with this organization stop for some reason? Can we repair the relationship? Dr. Herndon replied that he did not have that information, but would follow up with Mr. Draganov.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack thanked Mr. Johnston for his years of service and wished him well in retirement.

Director Larson gave kudos to the Transportation Department for hiring a new driver, especially during this time.

B. Approval of Highly Capable Program Plan for 2021 - 2022

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Highly Capable Program Plan for 2021-2022.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Morris asked how much teacher input was received on this plan? Mr. Howard, Chief Academic Officer, replied that once this plan is approved, we will reach out to teachers and staff for extensive input. Based on the input and feedback, this plan may change.

C. Approval of Resolution No. 918 - Approving Newly Elected Board Directors to attend the WSSDA Annual Conference

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve Resolution No. 918 - Approving Newly Elected Board Directors to attend the WSSDA Annual Conference.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

D. Approval of Inclusive Practices which Center Community Voice and Improve Transparency

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to table Agenda Items 9.D and 9.E to a future meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

E. Approval of Formation of Workgroups

This item was tabled to a future meeting per the previous motion.

10. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the meeting at 8:11 p.m.

October 26, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the October 26, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the October 12, 2021 Special Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the October 12, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON)

6. Board Discussion

A. WSSDA General Assembly Legislative Priority Ranking

B. Tukwila School District 2022 Legislative Priorities

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. Safety Patrol Update- Elementary

C. Enrollment Report - October 2021

D. Bond and Levy Update

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval of Park Leases

C. Approval of CTE 5 Year Plan

9. Executive Session

A. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolejack called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Pam Bila

Veronica Birdsong

Aaron Draganov

Bev Miller

Courtney Martinez

Jennifer Jones

Tenesha Fremstad

Liliana Cardenas

Carlee Hoover

Jeff Baker

Jenn Smith - Seattle Times

Stephanie Chen

Ted Howard

Duane Meyer

Steve Salisbury

Jeannette

D. Land Recognition

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the October 26, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda for the October 26, 2021 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Bolerjack called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr replied no public comments were received.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon shared several updates. As soon as we are able to get FDA approval for student vaccinations, we will be offering vaccinations to students ages 5 - 11 years old. We have been offering a vaccination clinic once every three (3) weeks since Spring. This allows people to come in and get either their first shot or booster shot. We will continue to host these vaccination events. We did reapply for a fresh fruit and vegetables grant. Last year, there were some challenges with the application. The initial allocation coming to us for that grant, was substantially lower than expected. Mr. Watt, Director of Dining Services and Ms. Birdsong, CFO, have resubmitted the application for additional funding.

Dr. Herndon shared that he has had several conversations with several staff at King County regarding facilitation of the SRO community conversations. We conducted a survey last spring, and plan to have follow-up conversations with student groups, community, etc. We will put all the information into a report format and will present to the Board for final decision on whether to continue the program as is, with modifications, or discontinue the conversation.

As we move into the season if inclement weather, we are updating our policies, procedures and robo calls to ensure that we are communicating effectively with staff, students and families.

B. COVID-19 Report

Aaron Draganov provided the COVID-19 report. We are proud to announce that we are continuing with our community vaccination clinic series in conjunction with KCDOH and Costco Pharmacy. Our latest was held last Thursday, October 21st from 2:30 to 4:30 at Foster High. In addition to Pfizer doses 1 and 2, we also offered the Pfizer booster. We'd like to highlight that Principal Blanton and Ms. Gamboa centered student skill development in the social studies department as they facilitated the preparation, planning, and communication of this event. It was well attended. Over 50 injections were administered. The next event in the series will take place on Thursday, November 10th starting at 2:30 p.m. Meanwhile, we continue monitoring the upcoming implementation of the 5 to 11-year-old COVID-19 vaccine. We anticipate that the formula will be ready for implementation by the end of next week. We have tentatively planned a few options for administration. Again, this work is in conjunction with KCDOH and Costco Pharmacy. Centering student and community needs. All conversations include strategies for eliminating barriers that may interfere with equitable access for all. These include, assumptions, education, language, location, transportation, forms, and day/time of the events. With the support of Debbie Kohr, Nurse Maestro continues to center community knowledge by maintaining accurate COVID-19 impact information on the school district website. We currently have four classes quarantining and at different stages in their timeline. Since these are the entire class, all students are engaging in their learning experiences remotely.

C. Directors' Reports

President Bolerjack reported she is excited about the vaccine approval for the students. We will look to have vaccine clinics in multiple locations, not just schools. In addition, she attended a workshop on a new Science Curriculum for elementary schools. Reading levels are involved in this curriculum. This would be great for our district as it can be rolled out quickly. Also, she shared that she is interested in the multiple languages that Ms. Chen is working on and is looking forward to hearing more. She shared that we continue to be a resource in her church building for families that need clothes, household items, etc. We are also set up and available to help refugees as they come into our community.

Director Agpaoa Ryder reported on several items. Director Agpaoa Ryder's written report is attached for reference as it contains several resources.

We cannot make decisions that impact scholars, families, employees, without our communities being part of the decision making process. We with power and privilege at the district or building level cannot be OK with current steps in decision making that is part of “business as usual” in our district. In the Book How to be an AntiRacist, Ibram X. Kendi warns as a decisionmaker and leader in the district (with power and privilege), we must assume that our policies, and how we implement our policies are racist if we are not practicing anti-racist leadership. To improve district outcomes and mitigate the harm, we must commit to making conscious choices and being anti racist in all aspects of our lives. If we do not, we will continue to support institutional racism in Education. Since the beginning, Education as a field has perpetuated structural racism. Currently, we are leaders in the district, conduct business meetings, and make decisions through systematically dominant, white supremist culture and leadership practices.

Key items include:

House Bill 1356 - prohibiting the inappropriate use of Native American mascots in public schools without proper tribal consultation
King County Directors Advocating for equitable SPED funding in Washington State
Elevating Community Voice in Board Decisions/Board Work
Puget Sound Transformational Collaborative (PSTC)
Highline College Bachelors of Teaching, Early Education, Paraeducator Advisory Board
Family Network - interest from families/parents to develop a parent network for Foster and Showalter families
King County Redistricting Commission
City of Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission
2021 Board Self Assessment
Sound Discipline at the Tukwila Children’s Foundation - Sound Discipline is conducting professional development in their network

Director Morris reported that she attended the Foster High School Art Dedication Ceremony. It is a beautiful piece of art. She also attended the CTE meeting. She reported on attending several webinars.

Director Larson reported that this is national Principal's Month. Thank you to all of our Principals and building Administrators. With the buildings open now, the robotics program is up and running again. The students are coding again and it is great to have this program back, as well as music, choir, etc. He reported on attending the High Dosage Tutoring seminar. There was a lot of evidence presented that show that high dosage tutoring has a significant impact in terms of accelerated learning. I hope this is one strategy we can look at with ESSER funding. Director Larson shared that Policy 6970 - Naming of schools and facilities should be reviewed as it is out of date. In reading through the policy, it states what and how schools should be named. We need to review and revise to align with current law. Additionally, we should also review policy for mastery based learning. One of the pieces missing, in looking at the WSSDA model policies, is the reference in looking at reports through a race and equity lens. Director Larson followed up regarding Representative Hackney's visit scheduled for next week. At this time we need a meeting room scheduled. Dr. Herndon replied that once we know how many are attending we could schedule a meeting room. Director Larson replied that he expects approximately 12-15 in attendance. The visit is schedule for November 3rd, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Director Larson will connect with Rep. Hackney's office regarding a public meeting so that all Board Directors can attend.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the October 12, 2021 Special Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the October 12, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

C. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and LARSON)

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the consent agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

Director Larson shared that at the last meeting we discussed the legislative priorities and discussed providing ranking status from each director.

A. WSSDA General Assembly Legislative Priority Ranking

Director Larson has organized the ranking information for further discussion and final review. Director Larson asked for final changes, etc. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked for clarification on #15. She would like to substitute "Board Directors" for Educators. Director Larson replied that he would find the one for educators and include that as part of the list.

B. Tukwila School District 2022 Legislative Priorities

Director Larson updated last year's legislative priorities. There was not much change in the priorities from last year. Director Larson asked for additional input and/or changes from the Board. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked if there were any mental health items for the upcoming legislative session? In the past year, and being a part of the legislative conversations, there is a big piece of funding coming up that could be used for this. If we are going to advocate for funding, this should be one that is on the list. Director Larson replied that this is less of a legislative priority and is something that the district could achieve. Are other district's getting grants? Director Agpaoa Ryder responded that she was not sure of the funding, but it is something we should explore. President Bolerjack asked how do we address this issue? Is it a p.d. or a cultural shift or possibly bringing in more staff? Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that this is a complicated issue and perhaps a deeper conversation is needed. In this pandemic, there has been a lot of mental health needs. We need to recognize and acknowledge it and move towards resources, etc.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

Director Larson shared that he was interested in the ending fund balance bridge. There was an entry entitled targeted covid-19 relief. It was indicated there was a reduction in funding due to not fully spending the grant. Was this something that we were allocated in ESSER I and we were not able to spend it within the deadline? Ms. Birdsong replied that is correct. We did not lose that funding, we still have those dollars available in the 21-22 school year.

B. Safety Patrol Update- Elementary

C. Enrollment Report - October 2021

Director Larson shared that in comparing 2021 to 2020, it looks as those most of the reduction is in the elementary students. I have heard various stories from parents that they are keeping students home until a vaccine is available. Do we have any evidence that is the case and are we prepared to receive those students? Dr. Herndon replied that he looks at the cohort piece on the enrollment report. This provides a more direct as to where we are. The vaccine may change some of the enrollment and we are prepared to receive it.

D. Bond and Levy Update

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

B. Approval of Park Leases

Director Larson asked if the City could put a major building on these properties, without district approval? Dr. Herndon replied that capital improvements cannot move forward without approval. He also noted that there is language in the contract that allows us to terminate the contract for educational purposes.

The Board requested that a memo of the process of any legal review be included a contract is up for review and approval.

Director Morris made a motion to approve Park Leases.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

C. Approval of CTE 5-Year Plan

Director Larson requested that proportional data be included when submitted to the Board so we can see any disproportionalities. We need to make sure that these programs are not lower academic programs, or less rigorous. We need to make sure that the students that go through this program are getting a rigorous education, perhaps through an external audit.

Director Morris made a motion to approve the CTE 5-Year Plan.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

9. Executive Session

There were no items for Executive Session.

10. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m.

October 16, 2022

Recording

Agenda

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Special Saturday Board Meeting -Virtual via Zoom & Phone (9:00 a.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1:
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representatives: Harpneet Kaur
*********************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

3. Discussion Items

A. Race & Equity - Continuing Conversation - Community Agreements / Cultural Agreements

B. Open Public Meetings Act - WSSDA

4. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Larson

Director Morris

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Amy Cast, WSSDA

Carlee Hoover

2. Action Item

A. Approval of Agenda

Director Larson made a motion to approve the agenda of the October 16, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Discussion Items

A. Race & Equity - Continuing Conversation - Community Agreements / Cultural Agreements

Amy Cast, WSSDA, lead the Board through Boardmanship, which covered the following topics:

Board Self-assessment
Review of Self -assessment outcomes
Conversation and identifying growth goals
Synthesizing what we learn today with other work the board is undertaking

Several key "priorities" were identified:

Curriculum work
Professional development for staff
District Strategic Plan
Closing Achievement Gaps - resources and strategies
Communication -needs to be more consistent
Public Input for budget process
Create a space - trust, safe, open dialogue, sense of belonging

One resource would be the Onboarding session at the WSSDA Annual Meeting. This is an invaluable session and will allow all the Board Directors to be on the same "level".

B. Open Public Meetings Act - WSSDA

The Board of Directors requested further clarification on the OPMA law as there are several community meetings, and other events where all Board Directors want to participate. OPMA can limit who can participate in public events, groups or district teams & meetings, can be traumatizing for members. How do we work with OPMA to add flexibility for Board Members? How to we create a solution that works with all cultural lenses and backgrounds?

Amy Cast guided the Board through a Compass Points exercise to start the process of working towards a solution.

E = Excited

Excited to find ways more board members can interact in the community
To get nuanced information and details
To support community efforts

W=Worrisome

Accepting it just because it’s law - using structures & power to reinforce structures & power,
Lawsuit potential

N = Need to Know

The consequences of breaking OPMA
Understanding the nuances – which situation fits OPMA (what if board members aren’t interacting) or does it not
How would it affect groups to have more board members attending
How to share power with each other in case people don’t want a meeting to be a public meeting
How it can be structured to create a win – win situation with community groups,
Understanding which events it applies to
Who has to do the work of posting, agenda, minutes under OPMA

S = Suggestion for Moving Ahead

Be proactive ahead of time in terms of checking with the community group to check about their needs & what is in their best interest
Ensure the solution does not just fit a white supremacist norm
Identify the meetings this might be an issue to work with the groups ahead of time
Start advocating with the leg to help change the law

4. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Morris made a motion to adjourn the Special Saturday Board Meeting.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the Special Saturday Board meeting at 12:14 p.m.

October 12, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
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1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the October 12, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

B. COVID-19 Update

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the September 28, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and LARSON)

6. Board Discussion

A. WSSDA General Assembly

B. Public Comment - Improving Inclusive Practices

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. ESSER Report

B. Enrollment Report - September 2021

C. Assessments - Race and Equity Lens

8. Presentations

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

10. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Preident Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

Director Morris

President Bolerjack

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Susie Kelly

Bev Miller

Carlee Hoover

Hannah Maestro

Pam Bila

Jeff Baker

Duane Meyer

Jennifer Jones

Stephanie Chen

Veronica birdsong

Ted Howard

Liliana Cardenas

Two phone callers

D. Land Recognition

Director Larson conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the October 12, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Morris made a motion to approve the October 12, 2021 Regular Board Meeting agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - Virtual Protocol

President Bolerjack called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr replied no public comments were received.

4. Reports

A. Race & Equity Update

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. We have had some excellent professional development and support from PSESD. We have a three-year contract with PSESD to provide professional development for many members of our race and equity teams district-wide. In addition, they have been providing the road map improvement collaboration, which focuses on race and equity issues and opportunities, which addresses issues at the leadership level. We had professional development on Saturday, specific to Tukwila School District. As a system, in order to make improvements, it is the full organizational alignment, from the Board of Directors and down. The Board has shared that this is a priority for them, and our district. Dr. Herndon provided an update on the School Resource Officer issue. He has met with a facilitator who helps work with King County around the SRO issue. A meeting has been set to continue the conversation and meet with stakeholders. The last race & equity committee meeting was great. We heard from several students and staff providing input on educational gaps, and ideas on how to start addressing this issue.

B. COVID-19 Update

Hannah Maestro, RN, BSN, provided a COVID-19 update (report attached). In response to the feedback received at the previous board meeting, we have updated the information on the website to include daily totals, weekly totals, and total tally since the beginning of the school year. We are also working on an FAQ which would include various items, i.e. student learning during quarantine, length of quarantine, etc. We have teamed up with Soapbox, a communications company to improve COVID-19 communication to families. In case a student is quarantined, we do reach out to each family to provide resources, i.e. technology tools, food, etc.

Director Larson shared that he was in a meeting with the Department of Health in which they discussed the rapid PCR test. It was mentioned that the test provides results in thirty (30) minutes and helps reduce additional infection between students, and lower student quarantines. Do we have these? Ms. Maestro replied that we do have these tests and they are currently being used in the athletic program to pre-screen student athletes before events. We are waiting for additional tests kits to arrive. In terms of the quarantine, the main concern is the student to student or staff to student transmission that occurs several days after we have had cases, a student will test positive a week or so into quarantine.

Director Morris thanked Ms. Maestro, Deborah Kohr and Theren Hayes for updating the website with the new data.

President Bolerjack asked when three (3) students are quarantined, how does their education continue? Dr. Herndon replied that it is a case by case basis and depends on the grade level. The student's regular teacher may teach via zoom and broadcast while teaching in person. If a student is out, they may be doing work asynchronisly, and we have a varsity tutor that may go out and work with the student. This also depends on the duration of the quarantine of the student.

Director Agpaoa Ryder asked if staff were able to be tested with the rapid test, or do they need to go to different site? Ms. Maestro replied that staff can be tested with the rapid test, as well as an off site testing facility. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked if the rapid tests were available on demand or only through contact tracing or assessment of high risk? Ms. Maestro replied it is administered if we see if someone is symptomatic.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the September 28, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

B. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS BOLERJACK and LARSON)

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

A. WSSDA General Assembly

Director Larson shared that the items listed in the document (attached) are coming before the General Legislative Assembly at the end of October for a vote. Director Agpaoaa Ryder submitted a list with fourteen of the items highlighted. Is there any item listed that we need to discuss for a pass or no pass? All of the items listed are coming with a "do pass" recommendation from the legislative committee. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked what the final date is for receiving feedback from us and the community? Director Larson replied that feedback would be need to be received by our next Board meeting, which is October 26th. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that it would be good to think about how we collect feedback from the community. She also shared that the highlighted items come from reaching out into the community via community meetings and gatherings. This list is a compilation of community feedback and needs. One of the items at the top of the list was how we fund special education. Director Larson shared that he would rank the items on the list and bring back to the October 26th meeting for discussion. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that this is our chance to voice what we are hearing in the community and the needs of our community. Director Larson, as our Legislative Representative, can advocate for our community. In addition, as elected representatives, we should think about how we can advocate for our students needs, not just legislative, but year round.

Director Larson shared that at the WSSDA Regional meeting, there were several representatives that shared they are crafting a letter for Director Area 2 for funding for areas such as special education, social / emotional, etc.

Director Morris asked for clarification on the position action column. Director Larson explained that either it is new, or it is going to be amended.

B. Public Comment - Improving Inclusive Practices

Director Agpaoa Ryder provided some background on this topic based on the research she completed in February (document attached). In the last two (2) years, our student and community needs have changed. The updated document includes the new identified problems received from the community as well several options for resolution. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared the updated identified problems on the attached documents, along with the resolution options:

Educational system business and meeting structures continue to perpetuate institutional racism - reinforce systemically dominant power and privilege
Student, family, staff, and community input and views are not systematically integrated into district policy development and implementation
Students, families, staff, community members bring experience, wisdom and feel unwelcome, dismissed, and ignored
Barriers exist between board processes and community experience, wisdom, and ongoing partnership

Recommendations to reduce systemic barriers

Center students, student voice, and student brilliance in any decisions that impact students
Practice as anti-racist leaders who identify and transform elements of white supremacist culture
Restorative practices/ circle structure integrated into board meetings
Outreach and community work - repair and sustain relationships
Student / Family Wisdom Table - review policies, board priorities - feedback w/stipend
360-degree board and superintendent evals
Meeting notices invites/summaries (in multiple languages) distribution expansion
Language accessibility (along with ADA accommodations) promotion
Educate community on role of the board/ read at the beginning of meeting
Recordings/agenda/minutes posted on board website
FB live and Zoom meetings
People who comment are moved to panel (Zoom)
"Understand board meetings" page in multiple languages
Public testimony the beginning & end (online signups/paper in person)
Public comment on for each agenda item (before board business)
Superintendent provides a follow-up response (from prior meeting) in meeting packet
Public comments are emailed to secretary board simultaneously
Transcription/Translation assistance available for written comment
Regular community forums for specific updates/listening sessions w/translation

President Bolerjack thanked Director Agpaoa Ryder for her work on this. President Bolerjack asked if we as a Board know what kind of information we want/need? What type of information are we wanting? We want to hear about the experience of our community, students and staff in our system, ideas on what we could be doing differently, their concerns, etc. The information that we want, determines how we go get it. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that she goes into the community to listen, instead of having a set question/need to discuss. Director Larson shared that there are times for specific topics, i.e. budget priorities, and other times there are times to just listen, i.e. community meetings, forums, etc. There is a need for both specific topics and general discussion. He shared that the City of Tukwila used to have a Saturday "gathering" with a council member present to listen and talk to community. President Bolerjack would like to have a panel of staff, students, community members coming to each meeting to discuss various items. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that having community come to us can be limiting. How can we go to them? We need to build relationships, which will eventually provide the comfort level for more open and transparent conversations. Dr. Herndon replied that people who do speak at meetings are nervous and we need to be able to ease that nervousness perhaps by providing a more welcoming setting, and creating a sense of belonging.

The Board will review the information submitted and have a deeper conversation of options/suggestions at a future meeting.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. ESSER Report

Director Larson commented when we go out and start spending the ESSER funding, please be conscious of the impact of the positions and outcomes. This will help with advocacy for future funding.

B. Enrollment Report - September 2021

Director Larson commented that the report shows decrease of enrollment of students in first grade. Do we know why? Dr. Herndon replied that statewide, enrollment is down 4-5% across the board. They do not know why this is. Private schools have limited capacity. Perhaps an online education is seeing an increase. The state Superintendent has not offered a diagnosis yet, but enrollment could increase once a vaccine is approved for the five to eleven-year-olds. Director Larson commented that parents talk to each other, perhaps based on information they are sharing, they have decided to hold on enrollment.

C. Assessments - Race and Equity Lens

President Bolerjack expressed concerns regarding assessment testing. If we did not give the assessments, what would the finding be? Although assessments do provide a start point for teaching, I trust our teachers to do this. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked what are the penalties for not doing the assessments? Dr. Herndon replied that we are working on getting this information. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked if there were any districts who are not doing assessments? Dr. Herndon replied no, not at this time. Dr. Herndon replied that he would provide a follow-up to these questions in the weekly memo next week and we will highlight this in the next board meeting.

8. Presentations

There were no presentations.

9. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Larson made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

10. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Larson made a motion to adjourn the Regular Board Meeting.

Director Agpaoa Ryder seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.

September 28, 2021

Recording

Agenda

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Regular Board Meeting- Virtual via Zoom & Phone (6:30 p.m.)

Board of Directors
District 1: Vacant
District 2: Rev. Jan Bolerjack
District 3: Dr. Bridgette Agpaoa Ryder
District 4: Edna Morris
District 5: Dave Larson
Student Representative: Harpneet Kaur
************************************************************************************************************1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call

C. Welcome Guests

D. Land Recognition

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the September 28, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - New Protocol

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

B. COVID-19 Report

C. Directors' Reports

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the September 11, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the September 14, 2021 Special Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the September 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and AGPAOA RYDER)

6. Board Discussion

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

B. School Safety Plan

C. Gifted and Advanced Course Work - Numbers and Subgroup

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

B. Approval for the Purchase of the i-Ready Assessment Suite

C. Approval of Superintendent Contract - 2021 - 2024

9. Executive Session

10. Adjourn

Minutes

1. Call To Order

A. Call to Order

President Bolerjack called the meeting to order at 6.30 p.m.

B. Roll Call

President Bolerjack called Roll Call.

Board Directors Present:

President Bolerjack

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Director Morris

Director Larson

Board Directors Absent:

None

C. Welcome Guests

President Bolerjack welcomed guests.

Guests:

Dr. Flip Herndon

Deborah Kohr

Stephanie Chen

Susie Kelly

Lisa

Phone in participant

Aaron Draganov

Hannah Maestro

Jeff Baker

Carlee Hoover

Duane Meyer

Jennifer Jones

Jose Hernadez

Liliana Cardenas

Tenesha Fremstad

Kim

Ted Howard

Veronica Birdsong

Sharon Moon

Joe Camacho

Courtney Martinez

Pam Bila

Kimberly Goodman

D. Land Recognition

President Bolerjack conducted the Land Acknowledgement.

2. Approval of Agenda

A. Approval of the Agenda for the September 28, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the Agenda of the September 28, 2021 Regular Board Meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment - New Protocol

President Bolerjack called for Public Comments.

Deborah Kohr replied there were no public comments received.

4. Reports

A. Superintendent Report

Dr. Herndon reported on several items. Dr. Herndon provided an update on Communications. Cabinet met with an organization that will hopefully allow us to increase the speed and outreach of communication from classrooms. Ms. Chen has been working on software and apps that will allow classroom teachers to better connect with multiple languages, beyond the five or six that we have, to students/families. We are still looking for a .5 Communications person. Dr. Herndon is in the process of scheduling a meeting with the new PSESD Communications Director, who starts in their position next week. Additionally, Dr. Herndon reported meeting with a facilitator regarding SRO discussion. More to come.

B. COVID-19 Report

Hannah Maestro, RN BSN, provided an overview of the Covid-19 report submitted to the Board of Directors. (written report is attached).

President Bolerjack commented that we need to make sure that the Covid-19 dashboard on the website reflects what is happening now, not a cumulative total. Director Larson agreed as he received the same feedback. He suggested to look at the Peninsula School District site as an example.

C. Directors' Reports

Director Agpaoa Ryder shared August and September's report. (written report attached).

Director Larson reported meeting with Aaron Garcia, Legislative Representative for Board of Directors, Highline School District. Highline, along with three other school districts in the road map, will be getting new superintendents. He reported that two (2) former graduates of Foster High School are running for Tukwila City Council. Director Larson attended the High School Football game. He commented that it was nice to see the team play, the pep band, and the support from students and community. Director Larson mentioned the upcoming WSSDA General Assembly, scheduled for the end of October. The Legislative Representative from each school board usually attends and will cast a vote on legislative and permanent positions. The Assembly is where school directors update WSSDA's advocacy platform. Director Larson extended the invitation to any other Directors who would like to attend. He requested that the following agenda item is added to the October 12th Board Meeting: WSSDA General Assembly. This will be a time to review the listed legislative issues and provide direction on voting. Director Larson would like to get Representative Hackney's visit scheduled. Dr. Herndon will follow up with Director Larson on confirmation of dates. Director Larson congratulated the Business Office for a clean audit! Director Larson reported on attending the King County Promise Meeting. The work is now moving on to how to allocate the funds. For the 21-22 year, there will be a limited number of pilot projects. They will be reaching out to colleges and school districts to submit proposals. Director Larson reiterated the importance of financial education for students.

Director Morris - No Report

President Bolerjack reported on reading two (2) books at this time, Street Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation. This book reminds us that the data we often work off of, test scores, is the satellite data, and the street data is the narrative that supports the data. We can start to understand the data and figure out how to move with that data. The second book is Culturally Sustaining Pedagogies: Teaching and Learning for Justice in a Changing World. This goes along with Ms. Chen's work in tran-langauging and looking at how we have a tendency to deny multi-cultures in our system. President Bolerjack also acknowledged the Business Office for a clean audit. President Bolerjack acknowledge the FHS Football Team for all their help and hours at the Food Pantry. Additionally, there are several players on the team who need their physical. If you have any recommendations for a PAC to conduct physicals on site, please contact her. Lastly, we are still looking for a Jr. Student Representative to the Board. If you have someone you would like to recommend, please do.

5. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes from the September 11, 2021 Special Saturday Board Meeting

B. Approval of Minutes from the September 14, 2021 Special Board Meeting

C. Approval of Minutes from the September 14, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

D. Approval of Warrants (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Associated Student Body Program Fund, Vouchers and Debt Service payments) (REVIEWED BY DIRECTORS MORRIS and AGPAOA RYDER)

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

6. Board Discussion

There were no items for discussion.

7. Questions Only - Presentations

A. Financial Forecast - 21-22

Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that approximately nine (9) months ago, Representative Bergquist contacted her asking what was happening in Tukwila and why were we not spending our ESSER funds. At the time, we had only spent approximately 13% - 17% of the funds. Representative Bergquist was comparing our district to other districts that he represents. He expressed concerns that if we were not spending the funds, how would he be able to advocate for more money? At the time, she did not have the answers. Currently, in looking at how our district compares to other districts in the state, we are at the bottom 15% of spend out. We still are far behind. As a Board, I would like us to be better informed as to how much funding is coming in, how is the money being spent, etc. Although it has been a year, we are still significantly low on the spending of the funds as compared to other districts. Director Agpaoa Ryder suggested a presentation on ESSER funds and spending and what are we hoping to do with the funding. Dr. Herndon shared that we would be having a future presentation on ESSER spending. Dr. Herndon confirmed that he would be the point person for any inquiries.

Director Morris commented that earlier, we were assured that we would have additional support with counselors and social workers in building, but it appears that we do not have more counselors. Is this correct? Mr. Draganov shared that last spring, we added a social worker at Foster High School and at Showalter Middle School. Director Morris asked for clarification on the information the Board received regarding counselors in each building. Mr. Draganov shared that in comparing staffing to last year, we have added two additional social workers at the secondary level. Director Morris asked if that was sufficient for this time? Mr. Draganov replied that the principals should be included in this conversation to provide additional information. Director Morris commented that if we have ESSER funds, this would be an excellent way to use these funds.

Director Larson asked if the funding source for the two (2) additional secondary counselors is ESSER monies? Ms. Birdsong confirmed ESSER monies as the funding source.

Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that she has noticed that other districts have used community-based decision groups on how to use ESSER funds in their district, and what are the community needs that were not just coming from the district office or principals. Why can't we do something like this in Tukwila? Mr. Draganov replied that there was a group discussion, and the feedback received triggered the addition of two social workers at the secondary level. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked if any community members or students were involved in the group discussion. Mr. Draganov replied that students and community members were not involved in this particular discussion. Director Larson and President Bolerjack agreed that we need to make sure that we are inviting students, community members, etc. into discussions. Director Larson commented that between the steering committee, PTA, student clubs, Tukwila Children's Foundation, etc. is a wealth of information that can be tapped and used in guiding our decisions.

Director Larson commented that he was confused regarding the update provided on expenditures. It talks about ESSER is included in current programs. If I am understanding this, the negative $1.3M in expenditures, you are taking it out of expenditures? Is that correct? Ms. Birdsong shared that the ESSER funding line that was originally there for the $1.3M was also included in the individual programs. So there are two (2) options. It could be subtracted from each of the programs because ESSER I funds never had its own program code like ESSER II and ESSER III do. We had to use a different way to account for it, which was done through a project code. These funds are already encompassed in our current programs. The other way to do this would be to subtract from the current programs and put the dollar amount under ESSER. Director Larson commented that with this correction, the fund balance increased. With ESSER dollars, it should not impact the fund balance at all, correct? Ms. Birdsong confirmed that was correct; however, the $1.3M ESSER dollars were counted twice and we didn't want the number inflated.

Director Larson asked, on the Revenue side, $948,000 was taken out from Food Service. Can you explain why? Ms. Birdsong replied that the original projection was approximately $1.6M based upon what we thought we were going to get in funding for meals. We still continued on the waivers, so we were only able to get the summer program funding, which was approximately $800,000. Therefore, an adjustment was made.

B. School Safety Plan

Director Larson shared that his understanding is that the King County Health Department has determined that the school districts should do contact tracing. We do not have anyone trained to do this properly. From an advocacy point, does the KCHD have the authority to tell school districts to do this work? How did school districts get on the hook for contact tracing? Dr. Herndon replied that this is a complaint from every school Superintendent in the state. This is an unfunded mandate, which is atypical coming from the state. It is a requirement. It is using up an incredible amount of bandwidth and stretching everyone thin. We are not the only ones. We are just like every district in that is doing this. We can hire people to do this work. Director Larson commented that this is a topic to bring up with our legislatures. President Bolerjack asked if the health department provided training on this task? Dr. Herndon replied not that he is aware of. Mr. Draganov replied that Hannah Maestro, RN BSN is the District's COVID point person, and lead facilitator for contact tracing. Ms. Maestro shared that whenever we do get a case, she works with the school administrator, as well as the school nurse, to facilitate contact tracing. Director Larson asked if the lead facilitator for contact tracing was funded through ESSER dollars? Mr. Draganov confirmed that this position was funded through ESSER dollars.

Director Larson had questions on the Safe Route maps. Thorndyke Elementary map shows the safe route from Tukwila International Blvd. on S. 152nd down to 42nd Avenue South. There is no sidewalk on this road, just a white strip painted on the side of the road. There is no separation, which our safety policy talks about separation within one (1) mile. At the end of street (Tukwila Blvd) is where the Bellweather apartments will be. They are scheduled to be occupied starting next month and there will be a lot of students from that building walking to school. A safer route would be to go up to International Blvd. and then go down South 150th Street, which has a sidewalk all the way to Thorndyke. If there is not a safe way to walk to school, then we need to send a bus. We need to advocate with the City of Tukwila to add sidewalks to that street, or is there a plan to? Director Larson expressed concerns on the Foster High School and Showalter Middle School maps. The issue is regarding S. 144th and the bridge across I-5. This has been an issue that has been brought up by community members for a number of years. The walking surface is separated, and to thin. It is not safe for more than one (1) person at a time. In addition, the barrier on the bridge is not sufficient. This is not a safe thorough fare. What is the district's approach to this? Also, what can we do at the city or legislative level to get this fixed. Susie Kelly, Director of Transportation replied that every two (2) years we assess the walking path. This year, we have started putting the committee together to start this process. Once we compile all the information, we will be sending out to the Board, schools, students, community members, etc. for input and feedback. She shared that she did drive past the Bellweather apartments and did see a sidewalk being constructed.

Director Morris asked if masks were being supplied for classrooms? Ms. Maestro replied that the district does supply each classroom with masks, as well as hand sanitizer and cleaning materials. We also have face shields available for students or staff who may have medical need. President Bolerjack shared that there were no masks in the lunchroom available. We do need to make sure that we have mask readily available in all areas of the schools. She also mentioned that she noticed that the tables in the cafeteria were not wiped down in between student groups or students were asked to wipe down tables. It is up to the principals to manage this, however it is a big task. How do we ensure we are keeping are students and staff safe. Dr. Herndon replied that he would communicate this information to the principals for resolution. President Bolerjack asked if a staff member is vaccinated and test positive, do they have to quarantine? Ms. Maestro replied if a staff member is vaccinated and symptomatic, then yes, we would have them quarantine and test for COVID. If they are vaccinated and asymptomatic, then no. The can continue coming to work and monitor for symptoms for the next two (2) weeks. President Bolerjack asked what if the staff member tested positive? Ms. Maestro replied that if they are vaccinated and symptomatic and test positive, we would perform contact tracing, and depending on close contact, we would possibly close down a classroom.

Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that she had follow-up questions in regard to the written questions submitted previously. (document attached) Director Agpaoa Ryder referred to the following question and response: – How can this plan be completed utilizing the racial equity process/toolkit without involving the communities most impacted by it? And without an assessment process that holds district leadership accountable to assess how we performed? Health Team: Please acknowledge first that some members of the health team reflect the BIPOC community of Tukwila. Collectively, the team is composed of people of color, individuals who are multilingual, a child of a refugee, an individual or more who grew up in a low socioeconomic experience, an individual or more who grew up in a multilingual household, and abolitionist educators. These are the gifts we hold and the lens in which we view this important work. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked who on this team represents the people needed in order to represent the racial equity process? Dr. Herndon replied that the COVID/health team was mostly responding to the guidance and compliance with King County Department of Health. Moving forward, we can include family members and students. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that the people most impacted by the plan are going to be community level staff, students, and family members. A lot of work went into this plan, but how good is this plan if we are not able to make everyone feel confident with the plan, aware of what to do if something happens, etc. Part of our racial equity process builds in how will we keep track of our progress and how do we adapt if we need to do this, etc. How many people on the team live in Tukwila and have students in our district? I ask these questions for our students and for the people not included in this plan. What is the impact for our students, staff, and families? What is working well, what is not working? Additionally, we need a communication plan that is student, family and staff centered and is not English-speaking writing centered. That we are centering other communities that need and are deserving of acknowledgement, respect and resources. Mr. Draganov shared that the team that completing this plan has diverse experience and incorporated that into the way the plan, how the decisions were made, and how to communicate this out district wide. This is the work we are doing daily as a team, in addition to other responsibilities that we have. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that she was happy to hear this. What is something that is occurring that the team hadn't' planned, and how are they responding to it? Can you provide an example? Mr. Draganov responded that one problem of practice is just the number of exposure incidents that need to be contact traced and the communication trail that we are obligated to follow. President Bolejack appreciated the information received tonight. She also expressed that it feels like we have only heard half of the conversation tonight. We have heard the first part on the procedures on how to identify and notify. We have not heard the second part of how we teach in this context, or teaching remotely, how the switches are being made in/out of class for individuals or whole classes. This gives us an opportunity to reach out to our community and students for feedback on how this COVID experience is happening.

Director Morris acknowledged and thanked the people who have stepped up and done the Zoom meetings with classes that they aren't normally attached too. They have been doing a remarkable job.

C. Gifted and Advanced Course Work - Numbers and Subgroup

Director Agpaoa Ryder asked how are the points of data being looked at? Example: a student who racially identifies as a Latina X and is taking three (3) classes, who they be counted once or three times? Mr. Baker replied that it is not duplicated. They are only counted once. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked regardless of how many classes they are taking, they are still being recognized as part of the program, correct? Mr. Baker confirmed this was correct.

8. Action Items

A. Approval of Human Resources Staffing Report

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to approve the Human Resources Staffing Report.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

Director Larson shared that the positions that are on the report do not include contracted staff.

B. Approval for the Purchase of the i-Ready Assessment Suite

Director Larson made a motion to approve the purchase of the i-Ready Assessment Suite.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

The vote was not unanimous. The motion carried.

Board Directors in Favor:

Director Larson

Director Morris

Board Directors Opposed:

Director Agpaoa Ryder

Board Directors Abstaining:

President Bolerjack

Director Larson commented that part of this is to use i-Ready at Foster High School for reading but not math. This is an opportunity to use our race and equity toolkit as part of the decision. Traditionally, these kinds of things have not been brought to community members for input unless they happened to be staff. Discussing things like i-Ready and how we do assessments is a two-way conversation with students and community members. Engraining the process of involving community as we go through the decisions is something we need to start doing. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared that last month we had a calendar of assessments that the Board reviewed. Was it two or three people in the district who worked on this calendar? Mr. Baker replied that the windows for testing come to us as either a suggestion from a vendor or dictated through OSPI. As we get those windows, we sit down with the buildings and discuss how we are going to deliver those assessments, i.e. dates, timelines, people, etc. A lot of what was presented on the assessment calendar came from outside sources that are dictated and/or recommendations. The next step is to do the implementation plan at each building for each assessment on the list. Director Agpaoa Ryder asked is the purchase of new technology part of implementing that plan? Mr. Baker replied yes, we will continue with i-Ready and will now have data on K-12. Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that last month she had asked were you aware if there were any complaints, concerns or issues in how we are doing, testing, etc. The typed answer was "we are not aware of any complaints or concerns”. This is concerning because there are challenges with testing in terms of instruction and supporting students and being successful as they can be. She also shared that she has heard from students expressing frustration and talking about the challenges they are experiencing in regard to testing / assessments. Director Agpaoa Ryder shared with the group that she would not approve any assessment anything until I know that as part of this process is that we are aware, listening and responding to have a greater understanding of what the community concerns are and what are those things, as we are doing this business in the district, there are people that are impacted by it. I cannot support assessment in our district until I know families, students, community, and staff are involved in this process. We really need to encompass language rather than scarcity, and that we really look to what we can do so there is enough for everybody. Dr. Herndon commented that part of using the race and equity toolkit does mean it comes up with a solution for every challenge. Sometimes it eliminates the challenges that we may still be boxed into through state compliance. This is way to call out that challenge and point out how it is impacting students and our families.

Director Larson shared that he supports Director Agpaoa Ryder's view. It would be nice to begin the process of recognizing some of the concerns from staff, students and families regarding testing. Can we at least get the issue out and on the table for discussion? This is a two-way conversation. Is it possible to get some feedback in the next couple of weeks? Mr. Baker replied that he plans to sit down with each building leadership team to hear the pros and cons of the plan they created, based on the assessment calendar. Mr. Baker shared that he could summarize any concerns, pros and cons given in feedback and submit to the Board for further review and discussion. This would include feed back on all assessments, not just i-Ready.

President Bolerjack shared that any Board Director who would like to be involved in the assessment conversation to please contact Mr. Baker. Director Agpaoa Ryder would like the invitation to extend to students, families and staff.

C. Approval of Superintendent Contract - 2021 - 2024

Director Larson made motion to approve the Superintendent Contract - 2021-2024.

Director Morris seconded the motion.

The vote was not unanimous. The motion carried.

Board Directors in Favor:

President Bolerjack

Director Morris

Director Larson

Board Directors Opposed:

Director Agpaoa Ryder

President Bolerjack clarified that Section 6.1 of the contract, the listed salary amount of $218,780 is for 2019. We should have had the 2020 salary of $223,156 listed. Therefore, the new salary of $227,618 is reflective of the 2020 salary amount with the 2% IDP (COLA) increase. Although it looks like a significant increase, it is not.

Director Morris asked if the COLA was 1.6% increase? Mr. Draganov replied that the IDP (COLA) for this year was 2%.

Director Agpaoa Ryder commented that she hope the Board follows the contract for this year. One of our main duties in this role is to be doing evaluation. WSSDA has best practices on this piece. We really owe every single person who we serve to make sure we are doing what we are supposed to be doing.

9. Executive Session

There were no items for Executive Session.

10. Adjourn

A. Adjourn

Director Agpaoa Ryder made a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Director Larson seconded the motion.

All voted in favor of the motion.

The motion carried.

President Bolerjack adjourned the meeting at 8:31 p.m.