Dickinson Public Schools public meetings in 2025

Regular School Board Meeting Agenda

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will vote on first reading of revisions to three board policies: AAC - Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment, AACA - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and ABEB - Child Nutrition Programs. The board will also receive an informational update on the Dickinson High School rebuild project and hear presentations on Choice Ready and Behavior Solutions goals. Consent agenda items include approval of November 2025 bills, financial reports, personnel changes, and two tuition waiver agreements.

• First reading of revisions to Board Policy AAC (Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment), AACA (Section 504), and ABEB (Child Nutrition Programs)
• Update on Dickinson High School rebuild project with monthly report from JE Dunn
• Tuition waiver agreements for students from Dickinson to Yellowstone School District No. 14 and Killdeer Public Schools
• Personnel hires: Joshua Kralicek (computer science), Jace Friesz (math), Annie Michels (special education)
• Student recognitions including DHS band members selected for Northwest Festival and UND Honor Band

The Dickinson Public Schools Board approved revisions to nondiscrimination, bullying, and other policies and regulations during its December 8, 2025, meeting. The meeting also included updates on student behavior goals and the high school rebuild project.

• Approved nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy revisions (5-0)
• Approved Title IX and nutrition program regulations (5-0)
• Approved acceptable use, bullying, and device prohibition regulations (5-0)
• Unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2025, and November 10, 2025, meetings

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the school board will build the agenda for the December 8, 2025, regular board meeting. Topics to be discussed include Choice Ready Goals, Recognitions, and the Superintendent's Report. No formal decisions or votes are expected.

• Discussion of Choice Ready Goals
• Discussion of Recognitions
• Discussion of Superintendent's Report

The School Board held a workshop to review upcoming agenda items including student accountability, policy updates, and software transitions. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this procedural workshop.

• Approved School Board Workshop Minutes

Regular School Board Meeting Agenda

The school board will conduct a roll call vote on the Superintendent's formative evaluation. The meeting also includes progress reports on the Dickinson High School rebuild and various administrative consent items.

• Superintendent Dr. Lewton's formative evaluation review
• JE Dunn construction update for the Dickinson High School rebuild
• First reading of school board policy revisions (ACDA, ACEA, DDBD, FFI)
• Progress Measures presentation for Board Goal #2
• Regional After School Program (RASP) update

The board approved the consent agenda and several updated board policies. Additionally, members reviewed and approved the satisfactory formative evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Marcus Lewton.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Superintendent Dr. Lewton's formative evaluation (5-0)
• Approved revisions to policies ACDA, ACEA, DDBD, and FFI (5-0)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where board members discuss and set the agenda for the upcoming Dickinson Public Schools board meeting on November 10, 2025. No decisions on policies, budgets, or contracts are made at this workshop.

• Discussion and planning of the November 10, 2025 school board meeting agenda

The Dickinson Public School Board held a workshop to build the upcoming November 10, 2025, regular meeting agenda. Discussion topics included student enrollment trends, staffing needs, and math goal updates. The board also reviewed upcoming policy revisions and the Superintendent's evaluation.

• Approved School Board Workshop Minutes

Regular School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider approving the final 2025-2026 budget with general fund expenditures of $70,477,814 and a property tax levy of 139.40 mills. The board will also vote on the annual financial report for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and receive updates on the Dickinson High School rebuild, student mobility, and self-funded health insurance.

The Dickinson Public Schools Board approved the annual financial report and adopted the final 2025‑2026 budget, authorizing $70,477,814 in general fund expenditures, $46,408,267 in capital projects, $10,080,890 in debt service, and $2,200,000 in food service. The board also approved a 139.40‑mill certificate of levy for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, adopted multiple board policy revisions, and accepted the Self‑Funded Health Insurance Committee’s recommendation for a 6% premium increase effective Jan. 1, 2026.

• Approved Annual Financial Report (5‑0)
• Approved final 2025‑2026 budget expenditures (5‑0)
• Approved Certificate of Levy for 139.40 mills (5‑0)
• Approved DPI Annual Compliance Report (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Self‑Funded Health Insurance premium recommendation (5‑0)
• Approved revisions to Board Policies ACCB, FFD, FFE, FGA, GABE, GACB, GACE, KADA (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools board will discuss and build the agenda for the upcoming school board meeting. No decisions on policies, budgets, or other substantive matters are scheduled. The meeting consists of call to order, agenda building, and adjournment.

• Build the agenda for the September 30, 2025, School Board Meeting

The Board held a workshop to determine the agenda for the October 7, 2025, meeting. No formal votes were taken during this session; the meeting focused on planning reports and identifying items for future approval.

5:00 p.m. Public Budget Input Hearing

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will hold a public budget input hearing to present and receive feedback on the proposed 2025-26 budget. Business Manager Stephanie Hunter will give a presentation, followed by public comments.

• Budget presentation on the 2025-26 proposed budget by Business Manager Stephanie Hunter
• Public participation opportunity for residents to comment on the budget
• The hearing is held at the Professional Learning Lab, 266 Third Avenue West, Dickinson

The Dickinson Public School Board held a public hearing to review preliminary budget information for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Business Manager Stephanie Hunter presented projected revenues of approximately $70.4 million and expenditures of approximately $70.4 million. The meeting included discussion regarding legislative changes, property tax caps, and debt levels.

• Held public budget input hearing for 2025-2026 fiscal year

Regular School Board Meeting Agenda

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will approve consent items including minutes, bills, financial reports, personnel changes, and tuition waivers. The superintendent will report on enrollment trends showing K-5 down 67 students while DMS, DHS, and SWCHS saw increases, and busing registrations up 64. The board will also hear an informational update on goals to increase the percentage of Choice Ready students through work-based learning.

• Consent agenda includes August 2025 bills, financial reports, and pledged securities report
• Personnel changes: hire of ShaLee Decker (Special Education, Heart River) and resignations of Kathy Mavity and Jeremy Wohletz
• Tuition waiver agreements for six students to New England Public Schools
• Superintendent's report: K-5 enrollment 1,927 (down 67), DMS 986 (+34), DHS 1,079 (+42), SWCHS 58 (+11); busing registrations 1,269 (+64)
• Board goals update on increasing Choice Ready graduates from 7% to 25% by spring 2027

The board approved several policy revisions through a first reading and finalized updates to the student conduct and discipline policy. Additionally, two open enrollment applications were approved for students entering the district.

• Approved consent agenda via voice vote (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda via voice vote (unanimous)
• Approved open enrollment for two students via voice vote (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of eight board policy revisions via roll call vote (4-0)
• Adopted revised Board Policy FF regarding student conduct and discipline via roll call vote (4-0)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop for the Dickinson Public Schools Board to plan the upcoming September 22, 2025, regular board meeting agenda. No policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting consists of call to order, agenda building, and adjournment.

• Board President Orton will call the workshop to order
• Board will build the September 22, 2025, school board meeting agenda
• American Education Week (Nov. 17-21, 2025) mentioned under agenda building

The Board held a workshop to prepare the upcoming meeting agenda. Discussions included enrollment trends, the Dickinson High School project, and upcoming budget recommendations due September 22, 2025. Future actions include approving an annual certificate of compliance, open enrollment requests, and several new or revised school policies.

• Approved School Board Workshop Minutes
• Scheduled Budget Committee update for September 22, 2025

Regular School Board Meeting

The board will consider scheduling a public input hearing for the 2025-2026 preliminary working budget. The meeting also includes updates on the Dickinson High School rebuild and a new brand guide for the high school.

• Proposed Budget Public Input Hearing for September 22, 2025
• Fuel bids from The Hub Convenience Stores for diesel and unleaded gasoline at $.175/gallon below posted cash price
• Extra-curricular cooperative agreement in girls' hockey with Hope Christian Academy
• First reading of revisions to Board policy FF, Student Conduct and Discipline
• Tuition waiver request for three children of Amanda Maher to Killdeer Public School District

The Board approved the consent agenda, accepted fuel bids from The Hub Convenience Stores, and appointed delegates for the North Dakota School Boards Association Convention. Several board policy revisions were approved on first and second readings.

• Approved consent agenda including July 2025 bills and personnel reports (unanimous)
• Scheduled Budget Public Input Hearing for September 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Accepted fuel bids from The Hub Convenience Stores for No. 1 diesel, No. 2 diesel, and unleaded gasoline at $.175/gallon below posted cash price (4-0)
• Appointed Michelle Orton, Kim Schwartz, Brent Seaks, and Jason Rodakowski as delegates and David Wilkie as alternate for the 2025 North Dakota School Boards Association Convention (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of revisions to Board policy FF, Student Conduct and Discipline (4-0)
• Approved second reading of revisions to policies ABAD, BBA, BCBA, and FFK (4-0)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a workshop meeting of the Dickinson Public Schools Board to build the agenda for the August 7, 2025, regular board meeting. The only substantive item is discussing and setting that agenda; no decisions or public hearings are held.

• Build the August 7, 2025, School Board Meeting Agenda (procedural)

The Board held a workshop to plan the August 7 meeting agenda. Members agreed to a budget public input hearing date and identified several policy revisions and bids for upcoming review.

• Set Budget Public Input Hearing for September 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Annual School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will hold its annual meeting, electing a president and vice-president for the coming year. The board will also consider a consent agenda including June bills, personnel changes, tuition waiver requests, and recognition of SkillsUSA achievements. Informational updates will cover the Regional After School Program, the DPS Foundation, and the Dickinson High School rebuild progress.

• Election of school board president and vice-president for 2025-2026
• Approval of June 2025 bills and financial reports
• Personnel changes: hire of Rachel Hornbarger (math intervention), transfer of Lidia Muckle, resignation of Karen Wagner
• Tuition waiver requests for children of Theresa Allison-Price and Andraya Randolph
• Update on Dickinson High School rebuild with progress reports from JE Dunn

The Board held its annual meeting to elect officers and approve a consent agenda including personnel reports and tuition waivers. The meeting also featured informational updates on the Regional After School Program, the DPS Foundation, and the high school rebuild.

• Elected Michelle Orton as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Kim Schwartz as Board Vice President (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 2025 bills and personnel reports (unanimous)
• Approved tuition waiver for child of Theresa Allison-Price (unanimous)
• Approved tuition waiver for children of Andraya Randolph (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Special School Board Meeting

The School Board will consider a resolution to award General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2025, to Huntington Securities, Inc. The board will also review the 2025-2026 Consolidated Grant Application for federal grants.

• Resolution to award General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2025 to Huntington Securities, Inc.
• Approval of 2025-2026 Consolidated Grant Application including Title I, Title IIA, Title III, and Title IVA
• Estimated Title I grant allocation of $1,331,503.00

The Board approved a resolution to award General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 to Huntington Securities, Inc. The Board also approved the 2025-2026 Consolidated Grant Application for federal grants.

• Approved awarding General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 to Huntington Securities, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Consolidated Grant Application for federal grants including Title I, IIA, III, and IVA (unanimous)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a workshop meeting of the Dickinson Public Schools Board to build the agenda for the upcoming July 21, 2025, regular school board meeting. The board will also review a self-evaluation progress tracker covering the fourth quarter of 2024 and the first and second quarters of 2025, along with time trackers from past meetings. No final decisions are expected at this procedural workshop.

• Build the July 21, 2025, School Board Meeting Agenda
• Review Board Self Evaluation Progress Tracker for Q4 2024, Q1 and Q2 2025
• Review time trackers for October–December 2024 and January–June 2025 regular board meetings
• Board members will rate the board within framework objectives during the workshop

The Board held a workshop to identify topics for the July 21 annual meeting, including mandated items, foundation updates, and policy revisions. The Board also reviewed self-evaluation scores for six leadership objectives. No formal votes were recorded during the workshop.

• Proposed July 21 agenda items: DPS Foundation update, RASP update, Board Goals (ACT and AP classes), and Board members' Statements of Interests
• Proposed non-mandated July 21 items: Board retreat scheduling, committee assignments, and policy adoption/revisions
• Discussed maintaining November 2024 self-evaluation scores for six leadership objectives

Regular School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will decide whether to renew Superintendent Dr. Marcus Lewton's contract for 2025-2027 and approve a new contract for Assistant Superintendent Keith Harris. The board will also vote on the 2024-2025 Average Daily Membership and Transportation Routes reports, required to be submitted to the state by June 30. Informational updates include the Dickinson High School rebuild progress and reports from the West Dakota Parent and Family Resource Center and Adult Learning Center.

• Renew Superintendent Dr. Marcus Lewton's contract for 2025-2027
• Approve 2025-2026 contract for Assistant Superintendent Keith Harris after evaluation
• Approve 2024-2025 Average Daily Membership Report for Department of Public Instruction
• Approve 2024-2025 Transportation Routes and Bus Inventory Reports
• Informational update on Dickinson High School rebuild with progress photos from JE Dunn

The Board approved employment contracts for Superintendent Dr. Marcus Lewton, Assistant Superintendents Keith Harris and Melanie Kathrein, and Business Manager Stephanie Hunter. Members also adopted a new regulation regarding district social media accounts and approved membership and transportation reports.

• Approved 2025-2027 contract for Superintendent Dr. Marcus Lewton (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 contract for Assistant Superintendent Keith Harris (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 contract for Assistant Superintendent Melanie Kathrein (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 work agreement for Business Manager Stephanie Hunter (4-0)
• Adopted Board Regulation DEBH-BR, District Social Media Accounts (4-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Average Daily Membership Report (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2024-2025 Transportation Routes Report (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda and meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools Board will build the agenda for the upcoming June 23, 2025, school board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled; the meeting consists only of call to order, agenda building, and adjournment.

• No specific items listed; the entire workshop is dedicated to constructing the June 23 board meeting agenda.

The Board met to determine the agenda for the June 23, 2025, meeting. No formal votes were taken during this workshop; the session was used to propose informational reports and items for future Board action.

• Proposed for action: Renewal of superintendent, two assistant superintendents, and business manager contracts
• Proposed for action: Student Average Daily Membership and Transportation Reports
• Proposed for consideration: 2025-2026 Consolidated Grant Application and student handbooks
• Proposed for consideration: Three Board policies, including a ban on personal electronic devices during instructional time

Special School Board Meeting

The school board will consider two resolutions at this special meeting: one authorizing the sale of approximately $25 million in general obligation school building bonds (Series 2025), and another allowing participation in the state's School Bond Credit Enhancement Program. Both items require a roll-call vote.

• Resolution providing for sale of $25,000,000 General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution authorizing participation in the School District Bonds Credit Enhancement Program

The Board adopted a resolution to sell approximately $25,000,000.00 in General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2025. This refinancing of middle school construction bonds is expected to save the District approximately $380,000. The Board also approved participation in the School Bond Credit Enhancement Program.

• Approved sale of General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 2025, for approximately $25,000,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved participation in the School Bond Credit Enhancement Program (4-0)

Special School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will vote on the 2025-2027 Professional Negotiated Agreement, which includes salary increases and changes to the TFFR contribution. The board also will consider rescheduling the annual meeting to July 21, 2025.

• Vote on 2025-2027 Professional Negotiated Agreement with 0.5% base increase and two steps in 2025-2026, and 0.37% base increase with one step in 2026-2027
• TFFR employee contribution reduced from 3.5% to 3% in the agreement
• Reschedule annual school board meeting from July 14 to July 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

The Board unanimously approved the 2025-2027 Professional Negotiated Agreement, which includes specific salary base increases and changes to employee contributions. The Board also rescheduled the Annual School Board Meeting.

• Approved 2025-2027 Professional Negotiated Agreement (5-0)
• Rescheduled Annual School Board Meeting to July 21, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider consent agenda items including personnel changes, financial reports, and student recognitions. The Superintendent will report on teacher negotiations, with a potential special board meeting on May 19, and provide an update on the Dickinson High School rebuild. The board will also hear that 254 kindergartners are pre-registered for next year.

• Five new certified hires and three transfers/reassignments recommended for approval
• Two resignations: F. Kay Poland (SWACTE Ag Ed, 18 years) and Richard Lakey (DMS Math, 1 year)
• Teacher negotiations update; potential Special Board Meeting on May 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Update on Dickinson High School rebuild from JE Dunn construction
• 254 kindergarten pre-registrations for 2025-26, up from 246 last year

The Board approved the 2025-2027 Administrative Negotiated Agreement and the 2025-2026 Classified Employee Salary and Benefits Package. Other actions included setting 2025-2026 meal prices and adopting a five-year technology strategic plan.

• Approved 2025-2027 Administrative Negotiated Agreement (4-0-1)
• Approved 2025-2026 Classified Employee Salary and Benefits Package effective July 1, 2025 (4-0-1)
• Approved 2025-2026 meal prices, including $2.55 student breakfast and student lunch from $3.75 to $4.55 (4-0-1)
• Approved 2025-2030 District-wide Technology Strategic Plan (Voice vote)
• Rescheduled June School Board Meeting to June 23, 2025 (Voice vote)
• Scheduled Annual School Board Meeting for July 14, 2025 (Voice vote)
• Approved open enrollment for seven children from South Heart Public Schools (Voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda and meeting agenda (Unanimous voice vote)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will discuss and set the agenda for the upcoming regular board meeting on May 12, 2025. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting consists of call to order, agenda building, and adjournment.

• Build the May 12, 2025, School Board Meeting Agenda

The Board held a workshop to determine the agenda for the May 12, 2025, meeting. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

Regular School Board Meeting

The board will consider a proposal for Wednesday late starts at Dickinson High School and receive informational updates on the Dickinson High School rebuild and behavioral health goals. The consent agenda includes approval of March bills, personnel changes, tuition waiver agreements, and financial reports. The superintendent reports 239 kindergartners pre-registered for fall 2025 and that teacher negotiations have begun.

• Action item: Wednesday late starts at Dickinson High School
• Personnel hires, transfers, and resignations including a principal at Lincoln effective June 30, 2025
• Two tuition waiver agreements: Belfield to Dickinson and Dickinson to Killdeer
• Dickinson High School rebuild progress reports with demolition updates
• Presentation on Behavioral Health Model implementation by Behavior Solutions co-authors

The Board approved the 2025-2026 high school calendar and several early resignation benefits. They also approved open enrollment applications for five students from other districts. The meeting included informational reports on student behavior goals and the high school rebuild progress.

• Approved 2025-2026 Dickinson High School calendar including Wednesday late starts (5-0)
• Approved early resignation benefits for Patricia Sheesley, Annie Michels, and Carla Radtke effective May 22, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved early resignation incentive for Principal Tammy Peterson-Greenfield effective June 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved open enrollment for four children of Marie Sherman and one child of Megan Earley (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 10 and April 8 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss administrator and teacher negotiations strategy (5-0)

Special School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools board will consider awarding Bid Package No. 2 for the Dickinson High School project during a special meeting. A representative from JE Dunn will present information on bids opened March 13, 2025. The board will vote on a motion to approve the award.

• Consider awarding Dickinson High School Bid Package No. 2 (action item with roll-call vote)

The School Board unanimously approved the Construction Manager at Risk's recommendation for Dickinson High School Bid Package No. 2. The package consisted of 30 bid packages with 104 bids received. This action completes approximately 80-85 percent of the bidding process for the project.

• Approved Dickinson High School Bid Package No. 2 (5-0)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will build the agenda for the upcoming April 14 school board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled. The meeting consists only of call to order, agenda building, and adjournment.

• No substantive items; the workshop is purely procedural to set the next meeting's agenda.

The board held a workshop to determine topics for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal votes or final decisions were made during this session.

Regular School Board Meeting

The school board will consider approving the annual audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, presented by Brady, Martz & Associates. In the consent agenda, they will approve numerous certified personnel hires, transfers, and resignations effective August 2025. The superintendent reports 215 kindergarten pre-registrations for fall 2025, down from 226 last year. Student and staff recognitions, including band awards and the gymnastics state championship, will be acknowledged.

• Audit presentation and action item for FY 2024 by Brady, Martz & Associates
• Certified personnel hires for 2025-26: 9 new teachers at Prairie Rose, Roosevelt, Jefferson, DMS, Berg, Heart River
• Personnel transfers and reassignments including 7 moves, plus 7 resignations effective May 2025
• Kindergarten pre-registration: 215 students as of March 2025 vs. 226 in March 2024
• Student recognitions: band members selected for All-State, Concordia College festival, and gymnastics team wins 10th straight state title

The Board approved the annual audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and a water main extension agreement with the City of Dickinson for the high school rebuild. Other actions included awarding a construction contract for Heart River Elementary and adding a certified teaching position for 2025-2026.

• Approved 2023-2024 annual audit report (5-0)
• Approved water main extension Development Agreement with the City of Dickinson (unanimous)
• Awarded Heart River Elementary Exterior Improvements Base Bid Package and Alternate No. 1 to Tooz Construction (5-0)
• Approved one additional Family and Consumer Science certified position at Southwest Area CTE Academy for 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Approved continuing the closure of open enrollment for grades K-12, except K-5 Roughrider Virtual Academies (unanimous)

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools board will build the agenda for the March 10 board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Call to order by Board President Orton
• Building the March 10, 2025 school board meeting agenda
• Adjournment

The Board met to determine topics for the March 10 regular meeting, including the district audit and high school rebuild updates. The Board decided that no formal motion was required to discontinue the Dickinson High School academies. No other substantive votes were taken during the workshop.

• Decided no motion was necessary to discontinue Dickinson High School academies

Regular School Board Meeting

The board will consider approval of the consent agenda (minutes, bills, financials, personnel changes) and take action on awarding the first bid package for the high school rebuild (structural steel, foundation, prefabricated structures). Informational reports cover elementary reading assessments, superintendent evaluation, and construction updates.

• Awarding Dickinson High School Bid Package No. 1 (structural steel, foundation, prefabricated structures)
• Consent agenda includes four health science teacher hires and multiple staff transfers/resignations effective August 2025
• Informational report on K-3 reading achievement and fluency (NWEA, DIBELS)
• Update on elementary remodel and high school rebuild project by JE Dunn
• Superintendent's summative evaluation due by March 15; board members to complete online evaluation by February 26

The Board unanimously approved the awarding of bid package No. 1 for the Dickinson High School rebuild. The board also approved a revised retirement contribution rate for classified employees hired after January 1, 2025.

• Approved Dickinson High School Bid Package No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved revising District contribution to North Dakota Public Retirement System for classified employees hired after January 1, 2025, to 9.26 percent

Workshop to Build the Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop where the board will discuss and set the agenda for the upcoming regular school board meeting on February 10, 2025. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is for planning purposes only.

• Build the February 10, 2025, School Board Meeting Agenda

The Board held a workshop to organize the agenda for the February 10, 2025, meeting. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during this session.

Board Retreat/Workshop After Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools board will hold a workshop after its regular meeting to discuss the Dickinson High School calendar and Choice Ready initiatives, along with a Human Resources update.

• Discussion on Dickinson High School calendar and Choice Ready program
• Human Resources update for the district
• Workshop to follow the 5:00 PM school board meeting

The Board held a workshop to discuss potential changes to the Dickinson High School calendar, grading philosophies, and the ACT. No formal votes were taken, but the Board agreed to trust administrator judgment on changes provided there is a rationale.

• Tabled Human Resources Update due to lack of time
• Discussed potential shift to standards-referenced grading
• Discussed potential schedule changes for fall 2025
• Discussed financial impact of the state no longer paying for ACT tests

Regular School Board Meeting

The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider approving nine additional certified positions for the 2025-2026 school year, modifying the district's contribution to classified employee retirement, and granting early resignation benefits to five employees. Informational updates include the elementary schools remodel and Dickinson High School rebuild, board goals, and the Budget Input and Development Committee's January 7 meeting. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, bills, financial reports, personnel changes, and recognitions.

• Action item: Approve 9 additional certified positions for 2025-2026 (roll call vote)
• Action item: Adjust NDPERS contribution for classified employees hired after Jan 1, 2025 to 6.25% (employer covers 5.25% plus 1% of employee's 4%)
• Action item: Early resignation benefit for five staff members (Margie Dahlstrom, Trina Kudrna, JoBeth Johnson, Rachael Sisson, Sara Binstock)
• Update on elementary schools remodel and Dickinson High School rebuild (with construction progress reports)
• Budget Input and Development Committee meeting minutes from Jan 7, 2025, discussed

The Board approved the hiring of nine additional certified positions for the 2025-2026 school year. It also increased the District's retirement contribution for certain classified employees and approved early resignation benefits for five instructors.

• Approved hiring of 9 additional certified positions for 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Approved increasing NDPERS contributions to 6.25% for classified employees hired after Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2024-2025 Classified Salaries and Benefits Package (unanimous)
• Approved early resignation benefits for Margie Dahlstrom, Trina Kudrna, JoBeth Johnson, Rachael Sisson, and Sarah Binstock (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Workshop to Build the January 13, 2025, Board Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural workshop for Dickinson Public Schools board members to build the agenda for the January 13, 2025, regular board meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Build the agenda for the January 13, 2025, School Board Meeting (procedural)

The board held a workshop to plan the agenda for the January 13 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the session focused on reviewing reports and proposing items for future board action.