MEMBERS PRESENT

Janice Watts, Sarah Stuart, Lesa Beuscher, Matt Donald, Steve Madsen (arrived at 5:44 pm), Jamie Gonzales-Student Representative, Michael Green-Board Secretary, and Nicole Galloway-Recording Secretary

OTHERS PRESENT

Vicky Barnes, Dan Uhlenkott, Steven Carney, John Shoup, Ingrid Colvard, Jake Hall, Stacy Brown, Asha Riley and Deb Kernen.

CALL TO ORDER

President Janice Watts called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

CITIZEN’S COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS

There were no citizen’s requests to comment on non-agenda items.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Director Lesa Beuscher moved to approve the minutes from January 23, 2017, February 13, 2017, February 22, 2017, and the amended minutes from March 28, 2016.

Director Watts – yes
Director Stuart – yes
Director Beuscher – yes
Director Donald – yes

REPORTS TO THE BOARD

Student Representative Report: Jamie attended the Boys Basketball District Championship game in Olympia, and although Woodland lost, it was still a great trip. She also noted that spring sports started today. Lastly, Jamie commented on communication for the full-time Running Start students. Michael Green informed the board that there is a section on the High School website call “Senior Information” that provides all necessary information and it is up to each student to periodically review the information on this page.

Yale Report: Director Donald asked for more information on the technology at Yale. He wanted to know how the connection is there and about the equipment. Superintendent Green informed the board members that Yale currently has a very good connection (fiber) and the school had a richer ratio to Chromebooks then our schools downriver.  The Yale principal and staff are working to replace some recently retired desktop computers with Chromebooks.

Facilities and Safety Report: Director Matt Donald inquired about the high number of injuries that occurred at Woodland Primary School. Michael Green explained that 15 of these 17 reported injuries were caused by two very high impact students and recently one of those students transferred to a different district. Director Donald also appreciated the information regarding new WIS portable classrooms in this report.

Team Report: Director Lesa Beuscher requested additional information on the capacity numbers at TEAM High. Principal, Dan Uhlenkott, stated that current enrollment number is 98 students and they can’t go over 100 students. He noted that this was an unusually high number compared to years past.  Director Donald commended Dan Uhlenkott on the recent audit.

CORRESPONDENCE

There was no correspondence.

BOARD REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS

Director Matt Donald asked about the recent I-5 mudslide and wanted to know if Woodland High School was considering opening to stranded travelers. Superintendent Green was contacted and monitoring the situation, however,  there were other routes available for the travelers and the school was not opened, though Scott Landrigan was poised to do so should the need arise.

CONSENT AGENDA

Director Sarah Stuart moved to approve the consent agenda.

Director Watts – yes
Director Stuart – yes
Director Beuscher – yes
Director Donald – yes
Director Madsen - yes

DISCUSSION ITEMS

First Reading of Revision to Policy No. 4130: Deb Kernen explained the changes were not substantial just references. The policy will be presented at the next meeting for second reading and approval.

First Reading of Revisions to Policies 3232-3530: Director Madsen would like to section containing vehicle search information added to policy 3230. Superintendent Green will follow up with the district’s attorney to draft language that reflect the ability and limitations of searches of private vehicles parked at school and will report back to the school board members.

Director Madsen also asked for clarification in policy 3243 regarding which student’s parents’ consent is needed to transport another student. Mr. Green will review. Changes will be made and the policies will be presented at the next meeting for a second reading and approval.

Cellular Tower: Recently, Woodland School District was approached by Verizon Wireless with the opportunity to have a cell tower placed on the Woodland High Schools property, which could provide a $12K annual income. After some conversation, the school board agreed to proceed in getting more details from Verizon.

ACTION ITEMS

Director Donald moved to approve the Revisions to Policy No. 3110.

Director Watts – yes
Director Stuart – yes
Director Beuscher – yes
Director Donald – yes
Director Madsen - yes

Director Madsen moved to approve the Revisions to Policy No. 4218.

Director Watts – yes
Director Stuart – yes
Director Beuscher – yes
Director Donald – yes
Director Madsen - yes 

Director Beuscher moved to approve the Revisions to Policy No. 6600.

Director Watts – yes
Director Stuart – yes
Director Beuscher – yes
Director Donald – yes
Director Madsen - yes

ADJOURNMENT

President Watts adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

ATTEST:

_______________________________
Secretary to the Board

WOODLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT #404
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

____________________________________
President

____________________________________
Director

____________________________________
Director

____________________________________
Director

____________________________________
Director