Central Valley School District public meetings in 2024

CANCELED | Regular Board Meeting

The Regular Board Meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of the required quorum of board members.

Regular Board Meeting

The board elected officers for the coming year, including Stephanie Jerdon as President, Pam Orebaugh as Vice President, and Anniece Barker as Legislative Representative. They also heard student reports, discussed legislative advocacy, and reviewed a proposed process for Meritorious Service Awards and a school naming initiative for K-8 alternative learning programs.

• Election of Stephanie Jerdon as President (3-2), Pam Orebaugh as Vice President (4-0-1), and Anniece Barker as Legislative Representative (5-0)
• Proposed Meritorious Service Awards process for 2025 with a budget of $3,000–$5,000 and a call for nominations Dec 16–Feb 14
• Discussion of naming for K-8 alternative learning programs at 1512 N Barker, encompassing SVLA K8, CVVL K8, and a hybrid option
• Student reports from five high schools and a Student Advisory Council report on cell phone use
• Legislative update and advocacy resources from the Washington State Legislature and WSSDA Bill Tracker

Regular Board Meeting

The Champlain Valley School District board is meeting for a regular meeting on November 25, 2024, with an agenda composed entirely of informational reports and no scheduled votes. Items include a review of fall FastBridge formative assessment results showing improved scores in early reading (8% higher) and early math (10% higher) compared to last year, an update to the administrative procedure for school facility and playfield rentals, and advance notice of a policy review on Title I parent engagement. The board will also consider the composition of the Instructional Materials Committee for future approval.

• Fall 2024 FastBridge assessments: K-1 early reading 8% higher, K-1 early math 10% higher than prior year; grades 2-5 reading and math up 2%
• Update to Administrative Procedure 4260AP for use of school facilities and playfields, aligned with new Facilitron rental platform
• Advance notice of review of Policy 4130 Title I Parent and Family Engagement, with first touch scheduled for Dec 9
• Instructional Materials Committee member list presented; slated for consent agenda approval on Dec 9
• PACE recognition for Character Trait of the Month: Citizenship; monthly traits listed through the school year

Special Board Meeting │ Equal Opportunities and Safety in Competition

The Central Valley School District Board held a special meeting to consider a communication to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) regarding regulation supporting equal opportunities and safety in competition. After public comment and discussion, the board approved a resolution and accompanying letter with amendments. The resolution addresses athletic participation policies, with amendments striking references to 'biological sex or gender identity' and adding language about fair, equitable, and safe participation and an appeal process.

• Approval of Resolution 24-13 supporting equity and safety in female sports, with amendments
• Approval of an accompanying letter to WIAA, also amended to add an appeal-process clause
• Forty-six written public comments attached, many expressing views on transgender athletes in girls sports
• Amendments removed 'regardless of biological sex or gender identity' from two sections of the resolution
• Final vote on resolution was 4-1-1 (yea: Barker, Jerdon, Orebaugh; nay: McMullen; abstain: Landa)

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will discuss legislative advocacy, receive student reports, and consider cancelling the December 23 regular meeting due to potential lack of quorum. The board will also recognize National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week and School Psychology Awareness Week, and hear public comments including multiple emails regarding transgender athlete participation in girls sports.

• Recognition of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week; 273 children in 125 families are in unstable housing
• Recognition of School Psychology Awareness Week (Nov 11-15, 2024)
• Student reports from five high schools via student representatives
• Legislative update and advocacy, including reference to WSSDA Bill Tracker
• Business action item: consider cancellation of December 23 regular board meeting due to potential lack of quorum

Regular Board Meeting

The board receives informational reports on October enrollment (2.97% over budget), policy reviews for Learning Assistance, Highly Capable Programs, and Emergencies, and an update to the Gender-Inclusive Schools procedure due to Title IX changes. No votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• October K-12 enrollment of 14,176.99 FTE, 358.63 FTE over budgeted 13,808 FTE
• Policy reviews for 2108 Learning Assistance Program, 2190 Highly Capable Programs, and 3432 Emergencies scheduled for first touch on November 12
• Update to Administrative Procedure 3211AP Gender-Inclusive Schools to reference new Title IX grievance procedure
• Federal and state grants for 2024-2025 listed as a consent agenda informational item; no action required
• PACE Recognition for Character Trait of the Month: Responsibility

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will receive information on certifying annual levy amounts for the Educational Programs and Operations Levy and Capital Levy, with collections detailed through 2030. The board will also discuss planning for a student cell phone policy, with a draft expected by February or March 2025. Additionally, updates on policy reviews for Learning Assistance Program, Highly Capable Programs, and Substitute Employment are scheduled, and high school student representatives will report on school activities.

• Levy certification: Educational Programs and Operations Levy 2025: $43,893,000, 2026: $45,648,000, 2027: $47,500,000; Capital Levy 2025: $7,150,000, 2026: $7,400,000, 2027: $7,700,000, 2028: $8,100,000, 2029: $8,450,000, 2030: $8,700,000
• Written report on planning for student cell phone policy, with stakeholder input and a draft policy scheduled for board input in February or March 2025
• Policies scheduled for review: 2108 Learning Assistance Program, 2190 Highly Capable Programs, and 5610 Substitute Employment
• Recognition of School Principals' Month with a proclamation
• High school student reports from Central Valley, Mica Peak, Ridgeline, Spokane Valley Tech, and University high schools

Special Board Meeting │ Legislative Position Priorities

The Champlain Valley School District board is reviewing and approving its top ten legislative position priorities to submit to the Washington State School Directors' Association. The approved list includes Transportation Funding, Full Funding of Basic Education, and Support for Special Education Programs.

• Approved top 10 WSSDA legislative priorities: Transportation Funding, Amply Funded Staffing Levels, Fiscal Notes and Unfunded Mandates, Literacy, McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act Funding, Class-Size Reduction Funding, Full Funding of Basic Education, MSOC Funding, Support for Special Education Programs, Career and Technical Education Funding
• Motion carried with 5 yea votes (Anniece Barker, Cindy McMullen, Teresa Landa, Stephanie Jerdon, Pam Orebaugh)
• Public comment limited to 30 minutes, speakers limited to 3 minutes

Regular Board Meeting

The board is reviewing reports on student enrollment and cash flow. Members are also conducting a 'first touch' review of updated policies regarding sex discrimination and harassment for students and staff.

• September K-12 enrollment reported at 14,156.27 FTE, which is 348.27 FTE over the budgeted 13,808 FTE
• First touch review of Policy 3205 (Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment of Students Prohibited)
• First touch review of Policy 5011 (Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment of District Staff Prohibited)
• Advance notice of upcoming reviews for Policy 4218 (Language Access) and Policy 5271 (Reporting Improper Governmental Action)
• Informational update to Administrative Procedure 6240AP regarding food and beverage consumption

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District board is meeting for a regular session with informational reports and discussions. Items include a recap of the Annual Back-to-School Resource Fair, a back-to-school report on preschool expansion and fall activities, a legislative update, and advance notice of policies on sex discrimination and harassment. No votes are scheduled; all agenda items are for information or discussion only.

• Back-to-School Resource Fair distributed 613 backpacks and school supplies to 292 families (September 2024)
• New preschool classes opened at Progress, South Pines, University, and Liberty Creek Elementary (10 total plus Early Learning Center)
• Policies 3205 and 5011 (Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment) to be updated to comply with new federal Title IX rule
• Administrative procedure 4260AP (Use of School Facilities and Playfields) being updated for new rental platform Facilitron
• Legislative update and advocacy information provided via WSSDA Bill Tracker and Washington State Legislature website

Regular Board Meeting

The board is reviewing a written report on the Transitional Bilingual Instruction Program and an annual report on Alternative Learning Programs. Members are also receiving advance notice of a new policy regarding workforce secondary traumatic stress.

• Proposed new Policy 5515: Workforce Secondary Traumatic Stress
• Transitional Bilingual Instruction Program (TBIP) estimated budget of $1,253,706 for 2024-2025
• TBIP enrollment of 842 students representing 50 different languages
• Annual Alternative Learning Programs (ALE) report

Special Board Meeting │ Board Professional Development Retreat

The Champlain Valley School District Board is holding a special meeting as a professional development retreat. They will discuss the 2024-25 Board-Superintendent Team Goals and prepare for the 2025-26 budget process. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and work session.

• Discussion of 2024-25 Board-Superintendent Team Goals
• Discussion of 2025-26 budget preparation
• Review of recommended board budget parameters (attached PDF)
• Review of WSSDA model policy 6022 on minimum fund balance

Regular Board Meeting

The board is receiving reports on budget accountability and energy assessments for the Clean Buildings Performance Standard. District staff are providing advance notice of upcoming reviews for policies regarding student fees and associated student bodies.

• OSPI grant for energy audits at Ridgeline High School ($120,886.50), Central Valley High School ($119,770), and University High School ($119,770)
• Upcoming review of Policy 3510 (Associated Student Bodies) and Policy 3520 (Student Fees, Fines or Charges)
• Partnership with McKinstry for ASHRAE Level 2 audits
• Year-to-date June 2024 Budget Accountability report

CANCELLED | Regular Board Meeting

The Regular Board Meeting scheduled for July 22, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of the required quorum of board members.

Regular Board Meeting

The board voted to move the consideration of Resolution 24-06 regarding the 2024-25 Fiscal Budget to the August 12, 2024 meeting. The agenda also included a public hearing for the budget and reports on district audits.

• Resolution 24-06: Postponing adoption of 2024-25 Fiscal Budget to August 12, 2024
• Public hearing regarding the 2024-25 Fiscal Budget
• Recognition of Business Services staff achievements
• Washington School Recognition Program awards for district schools
• Written report on 2022-2023 annual audit reports

Regular Board Meeting

The board will review the June 2024 enrollment report, which shows a 0.34% variance from budgeted enrollment. The meeting also includes presentations on May 2024 budget accountability and the proposed 2024-2025 budget.

• June 2024 enrollment report showing 48.9 less FTE than budgeted
• May 2024 budget accountability report presentation
• Presentation of the proposed 2024-2025 budget
• Legislative update regarding Washington State education bills

Regular Board Meeting

The board will review reports on Career and Technical Education programs and the upcoming 2024-2025 district budget. Officials will also present a proposal to increase breakfast and lunch prices for the next school year to address rising food and labor costs.

• Proposal to increase breakfast and lunch meal prices for the 2024-25 school year
• Report on Career and Technical Education (CTE) program updates and grants
• Presentation of the 2024-2025 district budget
• Discussion regarding legislative issues and advocacy

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District board is meeting to review several informational reports, including proposed meal price increases for 2024-25, updates to the non-represented salary schedule, and a capital facility planning update. The board will also hear about WIAA amendment voting results and legislative issues. No formal action is scheduled at this meeting; most items are for discussion and future consideration.

• Proposed meal price increase of $0.05 per meal, estimated to generate $19,324 in additional revenue
• Proposed 5310BP salary schedule revisions: 3.7% IPD increase, longevity pay changes, and 3 additional flex days for non-represented staff, with $220,000 fiscal impact
• Review of policies 2004 (Accountability Goals), 2024 (Online Learning), and 2415 (Performance-Based Pathway for HS Graduation)
• Report on WIAA 2024 amendments: 14 of 28 proposed amendments passed
• Capital facility planning update for long-term needs (5-30 years)

Special Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board is holding a special meeting for a professional development work session. The main item is a discussion of working agreements between the board and superintendent, with several example agreements provided for reference. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with call to order, pledge, attendance, and adjournment.

• Discussion of CVSD Board-Superintendent Working Agreements (adopted 01/22/24)
• Review of example operating agreements from other districts
• Special meeting held at Learning and Teaching Center, 2218 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake

Special Board Meeting │ Executive Session

The Central Valley School District Board is holding a special meeting on May 18, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. The sole purpose is to convene an executive session for two hours to complete the annual evaluation of the superintendent's performance. The board voted unanimously to enter the closed session, citing state law that allows excluding the public for certain personnel matters. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session for two hours to evaluate superintendent performance
• Unanimous board vote to enter closed session
• Meeting held at Learning & Teaching Center, 2218 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake
• Virtual attendance available via Zoom link

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will consider approving new instructional materials for middle school science, high school English, and AP World History, with a combined estimated cost of about $1.22 million. The board will also hear reports on student activities, board-superintendent goals, legislative updates, and a football field lighting retrofit project.

• Approve OpenSciEd for middle school science (~$695,000), CommonLit 360 for 9th/10th ELA ($320,000), New Visions for 11th grade American Literature ($145,000), and McGraw Hill Traditions and Encounters for AP World History ($63,438)
• Football field lighting retrofit at Central Valley and University High Schools, quote of $506,131 from Triumph Electric LLC, funded by capital levy
• Policies scheduled for review: 6700 Nutrition, 6701 Recess and Physical Activity (new), 6702 Wellness (new)
• Student reports from five high school ASB representatives
• Legislative update and advocacy information from WSSDA and state legislature

Special Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District board held a special meeting to consider and approve a new Associate of Arts Degree in the High School program, developed with Eastern Washington University and Community Colleges of Spokane. The program lets students earn a diploma and an A.A. degree without leaving their high school, saving families tuition costs. The board voted unanimously to approve the program, with phase one starting at University High School and phases two at Central Valley and Ridgeline High Schools.

• Approval of Associate of Arts Degree in the High School program
• Partnership with Eastern Washington University and Community Colleges of Spokane
• Phase one at University High School for 2024-25; phase two at Central Valley and Ridgeline for 2025-26
• Public comment limited to 30 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Motion by Teresa Landa, second by Cindy McMullen; carried unanimously

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will vote on amending a WSSDA legislative position on local control, and receive reports on budget status, enrollment, and AP World History curriculum adoption. The agenda also includes recognitions, policy review notices, and professional development opportunities. Most items are informational, with one action item.

• Motion to amend WSSDA position on local control (carried unanimously)
• AP World History curriculum adoption update: estimated cost $50,000-$100,000
• April 2024 enrollment report (written)
• Year-to-date March 2024 budget accountability presentation
• Policies 3413 (immunization) and 3416 (medication at school) scheduled for review

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will hold its regular meeting on April 8, 2024, with several informational and discussion items. The most consequential item is a presentation on a proposed $4,015,000 increase to the 2023-24 General Fund budget, which will require board action at the April 22 meeting. The board will also review updates to policies on student records and discipline, and consider first reading of a new policy on academic acceleration.

• Presentation on 2023-24 budget extension: $4,015,000 increase, total revised budget $236,531,795
• First touch review of policy updates: 3231 Student Records and 3241 Student Discipline
• First reading of new policy 2195 Academic Acceleration
• Good news presentation: Ridgeline High School Robotics team achievements
• High school student reports from five CVSD high schools

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $425,000 investment in a new garbage truck to replace a 20-year-old vehicle, and approve amendments to WSSDA positions on local control and instructional materials. The board will also receive reports on enrollment, policy reviews, and a gun club cleanup project with a $151,800 cost reduction.

• Garbage truck replacement: $425,000 investment, current truck from 2004 with 160,000 miles
• Gun Club Cleanup: deductive change order totaling $151,800, completion extended to March 31, 2025
• WSSDA position amendments: local board adoption of instructional materials, local control, and new local control legislation position
• Policy review: 3231 Student Records and 3241 Student Discipline scheduled for first touch April 8
• March 2024 enrollment report and FastBridge formative assessments presentation

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will hold a regular meeting with reports and discussions on several operational and educational items. Key topics include a proposed $425,000 garbage truck replacement, a new academic acceleration policy, and updates on curriculum adoptions. The board will also hear student reports and legislative updates.

• Proposed $425,000 purchase of a new garbage truck to replace a 2004 vehicle, with potential annual savings of over $200,000
• New policy 2195 on Academic Acceleration for automatic enrollment in advanced courses
• Curriculum adoptions for AP World History, high school English Language Arts, and middle school science
• Recognition of Education Support Professionals Week and School Social Worker Appreciation
• Legislative update and advocacy information from WSSDA

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will consider awarding a $2,987,657.50 public works contract to Halme Construction, Inc. for the ecology cleanup of the former Spokane Gun Club site, a reserve property. The board will also hear public comment on the cleanup, receive reports on levy results, enrollment, and legislative updates, and discuss WIAA proposed amendments. The meeting includes routine items like approval of the agenda and professional development updates.

• Award Gun Club Cleanup Project to Halme Construction, Inc. for $2,987,657.50
• Public comment on Gun Club Cleanup (limited to 30 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Levy results from Feb 13, 2024 special election
• February 2024 enrollment report with CVVL double-count correction
• WIAA 2024 proposed amendments for athletic rules

Special Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board held a special meeting to consider and vote on Resolution 24-02, which opposes two state bills (ESB 5462 and HB 2331). The board approved the resolution with a 5-0 vote, after amending the text to delete a specific phrase. Public comments on the resolution were part of the agenda.

• Approved Resolution 24-02 opposing ESB 5462 and HB 2331 (motion by Cindy McMullen, second by Teresa Landa; vote 5-0)
• Amended resolution to delete phrase: ', and would push more parents to withdraw their children from our district'
• Public comment period limited to 30 minutes, speakers up to 3 minutes each
• Multiple public emails and attachments regarding the resolution were included in the agenda

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will hold its regular meeting, primarily featuring informational reports and discussions. Key items include a first-touch review of updates to four board policies (3122, 3140, 3141, 3220) covering excused absences, resident/non-resident student transfers, and freedom of expression. The board will also hear student reports from high schools, recognize CTE month and newly certified National Board teachers, and discuss legislative advocacy and the Meritorious Service Awards selection process. No major action items are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• First-touch review of policy updates: 3122 (Excused and Unexcused Absences), 3140 (Release of Resident Students), 3141 (Non-Resident Students), 3220 (Freedom of Expression)
• Recognition of six newly National Board Certified teachers, bringing district total to 110
• Discussion of 2024 Meritorious Service Awards process; board to select two volunteers for recipient selection
• Student reports from five high schools (Spokane Valley Tech, University, Central Valley, Mica Peak, Ridgeline)
• Legislative update and advocacy discussion, including WSSDA Bill Tracker and state legislature resources

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will hold a regular meeting with informational reports and policy reviews. Key items include introducing the next round of policy reviews (including bullying and harassment), receiving enrollment and budget reports, and discussing legislative updates. No formal action is scheduled on these items.

• Policy review: 3140 Release of Resident Students, 3205 Sexual Harassment, 3207 Harassment/Intimidation/Bullying, 3220 Freedom of Expression, 3225 School-Based Threat Assessment
• January 2024 enrollment: 14,324.89 FTE (up 5.18 FTE from December)
• November and December 2023 budget status reports presented
• Year-to-date budget accountability presentation for December 2023
• Legislative update and advocacy information from WSSDA

Special Board Meeting │ Executive Session

The Central Valley School District Board held a special meeting to convene a 40-minute executive session, closed to the public, to review employee performance and discuss real estate. The board took no action during the session, and the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Executive session for 40 minutes to review employee performance and discuss real estate
• Motion to convene executive session carried unanimously
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom

Regular Board Meeting

The Central Valley School District Board will consider approving Resolution 24-01 to extend repayment of an interfund loan from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund until August 31, 2024, with a proposed repayment plan totaling $5.2 million. The board will also discuss draft 2024-25 school calendar, review policy updates, and receive reports on enrollment and legislative issues. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes with 3 minutes per speaker.

• Resolution 24-01: Extend interfund loan repayment to August 31, 2024, with payments of $1M (April), $2M (July), $2.2M (August, incl. interest)
• Draft 2024-25 school calendar: First day for students Sept 5, 2024; last day June 17, 2025; two-week winter break; Nov 27, 2024 non-school day
• Policy updates (first touch): 3120 Enrollment, 3122 Absences, 5400 Personnel Leaves, 5401 Sick Leave, 5404 Family/Medical Leave
• December 2023 enrollment: 14,319.71 FTE, 70.71 FTE above budget
• OpenEye Bike Build: 125 students built bikes on Dec 5, 2023