Watertown Area Public Schools public meetings in 2024

Board of Education Notice: WUSD School Board Member Vacancy

This notice announces a vacancy on the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education due to Tina Johnson's resignation effective December 13, 2024. The board will fill the limited-term seat (expiring April 2026) according to Policy #8132. Interested qualified electors must submit a letter and resume by January 15, 2025, and may address the board at the January 27, 2025 regular meeting.

• Vacancy caused by resignation of Board Member Tina Johnson, effective December 13, 2024
• Seat term expires April 2026; filled per Board Policy #8132
• Applications due by January 15, 2025 to Deputy Clerk Lynn Linskens
• Applicants may address the Board at the January 27, 2025 regular meeting

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 16, 2024. The board will discuss state report cards, expulsion data, and an administrator rounding update. The consent agenda includes approval of policy second readings, committee summaries, and personnel appointments, including 2-year contracts for several directors and principals effective July 1, 2025.

• Approve 2-year contracts (7/1/25–6/30/27) for Director of Curriculum, HR, Innovation, and principals at Webster, Lincoln STEM, Lebanon LEAP, High School, and Douglas Elementary.
• Second reading of 16 policies covering professional/support staff leaves, job expenses, and finance procedures (electronic transfers, internal controls, credit card use, crowdfunding).
• Presentation of 2023-24 state report cards and expulsion data.
• Donations to Skills USA totaling $7,050 from Spuncast ($2,000), Sewer Ninjas ($1,000), JWR Inc. ($200), and others.
• Discussion of Belize trip proposal for June 1-11, 2027.

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will discuss planning for a potential school district referendum, including draft ballot language and budget assumptions. They will also review a 10-year capital maintenance plan and monthly financial reports. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion and information items.

• Referendum planning discussion with draft ballot language and budget assumptions
• 10-year capital maintenance plan covering 2025–3035
• Extra curricular activities plan of work
• Monthly financial reports including check listings, credit card details, and fund variances
• Future agenda planning and next meeting date (Jan 22, 2024)

Special Board Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet in closed session to conduct an expulsion hearing for a student and discuss facility use accommodations for a specific student. Possible board action on the expulsion may follow after reconvening in open session.

• Expulsion hearing of Student 'A' in closed session
• Possible board action on student expulsion
• Discussion regarding consideration of facility use accommodations
• Closed session citations under Wisconsin statutes for personnel and litigation strategy

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to receive updates on the Employee Wellness Committee and support staff salaries, as well as a report on substitute staffing. The meeting also includes discussion of future meeting planning and consideration of any action items. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information only.

• Support Staff Salary Update - 20-minute discussion
• Substitute Staffing Status Report - 15-minute presentation
• Employee Wellness Committee Update
• Future Meeting Planning - scheduling for upcoming months
• Consent Agenda review and possible action items

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Educational Services Committee meets to discuss several academic updates, including a director's update on WHS science, elementary literacy, and summer school 2025. Members will review student engagement survey results and consider new Riverside Middle School course proposals such as Intro to Public Safety, Intro to Small Engines, Basic Home and Auto, Intro to Graphic Design, AVID 7, and AVID Excel. They will also discuss the final WHS course book proposal for the 2025-26 school year. No action items are listed beyond discussion and information.

• Director update on WHS Science, Elementary Literacy, and Summer School 2025
• Presentation and discussion of Student Engagement Survey results (Watertown USD 2024 data)
• Discussion of six new RMS course proposals: Intro to Public Safety, Intro to Small Engines, Basic Home and Auto, Intro to Graphic Design, AVID 7, AVID Excel
• Discussion of WHS Final Course Book Proposal for 2025-26

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Long Range Facilities Plan Community Input Sessions

The Board of Education will attend three community input sessions regarding the Long Range Facilities Plan. The Board will not conduct governmental business or take formal action during these gatherings.

• Session on Dec 3 at Watertown High School Library Media Center, 825 Endeavour Drive
• Session on Dec 4 at Riverside Middle School LGI, 131 Hall Street
• Session on Dec 5 at Schurz Elementary School Cafeteria, 1508 Neenah Street

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - WUSD Board Retreat

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a retreat on November 20, 2024, at the Educational Service Center. The board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action; instead, members will discuss roles and responsibilities, review board evaluation survey results, and consider draft collective commitments.

• Review and confirm roles and responsibilities decisions from October 30 discussions
• Continue review of the October 2024 WUSD Board Evaluation Survey Results
• Review draft of Proposed Collective Commitments and seek approval (discussion only)
• Agree on process and frequency of board evaluation

Regular Monthly Board Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to adopt administrative guidelines for Gender Support Plans and discuss a possible April 2025 referendum. The board will also review enrollment projections and elect a Board Vice President.

• Adoption of Draft C of the Administrative Procedural Guidelines for Gender Support Plans (Resolution #9354)
• Discussion of possible April 2025 referendum
• Election of Board Vice President
• Review of Roffers Enrollment Projections Report
• Approval of policies regarding employee sick leave, health plans, and staff compensation

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

The Sub Committee of the Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education meets on November 15, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. No formal governmental action will be taken. The committee will discuss a potential referendum, including design/ballot language and communication strategies.

• Discussion of referendum planning
• Discussion of design/ballot language
• Discussion of communication strategies
• Next full Planning Committee meeting scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will receive an update on ESSER III federal funds, discuss results of the November 2024 referendum, review the Roffers Community Change & Projections Report, and examine monthly financial reports. They will also consider entering closed session to discuss a Construction Manager RFP recommendation.

• ESSER III Update – final federal pandemic aid report
• Referendum Planning Discussion – results from November 2024 referendum
• Roffers Community Change & Projections Report – enrollment and demographic study
• Monthly Reports – credit card detail, fund variances, check listing, Amazon purchases
• Contemplated closed session for Construction Manager RFP recommendation

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

This is a subcommittee of the Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee meeting with no formal governmental action. The committee will discuss creating collective commitment statements (draft attached) and set the next full Planning Committee meeting for January 15, 2025.

• Discussion of draft collective commitment statements for district policies
• Next full Planning Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
• Subcommittee members listed: Diana Johnson and Dan Voeltner

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Human Resources Committee will review survey results and recommendations for the 2025-26 school calendar. The committee will also discuss the employee exit survey process and receive an update on open benefits enrollment.

• Calendar Workgroup survey results and recommendations for 2025-26 Traditional, Modified, and Revised calendars
• Exit survey process, reporting, and 2023-24 turnover data
• Open benefits enrollment update

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board will meet to discuss strategic planning, referendum planning, and board development. They will also consider extending work with the Donovan Group and the superintendent evaluation process. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information only.

• Discussion on extending work with the Donovan Group
• Review of referendum planning
• Development of collective commitments and subcommittee
• Superintendent evaluation process discussion
• Planning for Christmas social event

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Policy Review Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and review several policies, including administrative guidelines for transgender students and adoption of Neola model policies on finance, purchasing, and employee leave. No new or major revisions are on the agenda; all items are for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of administrative procedural guidelines regarding transgender students, with multiple draft versions attached (45 min)
• Review of Neola policies 6000 Group 2 covering electronic fund transfers, internal controls, purchasing, credit card use, crowdfunding, student activity accounts, petty cash, and cash handling
• Review of Neola policies 3000 Group 6 (Job Related Expenses) and 4000 Group 4 (Job Related Expenses)
• Update on Neola policy development process and website
• Review of employee leave policies (3431 and 4431)

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee will hear a director update on elementary literacy, 4K data, and high school math. A presentation on technology updates is scheduled. Committee members will discuss proposed new courses for Watertown High School, including Welding 2 GTAW, Intro to Robotics, and 3D Printing and Design. They will also review potential changes to the Laude honors program for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Director update covering elementary literacy, 4K data, and WHS Math
• Teachnology Team presentation on technology updates
• Discussion of proposed new WHS courses: Welding 2 GTAW, Intro to Robotics, 3D Printing and Design
• Review of proposed Laude honors program changes for 2025-2026
• Next meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - WUSD Board Retreat

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is gathering for a retreat on October 30, 2024, at 672 Johnson Street. Per the agenda, the board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action. Items include a team-building activity, discussion of board effectiveness, and revisiting collective commitments.

• Introduction of facilitator Drew Howick of Howick Associates for opening comments and activity
• Discussion on becoming a high-performing board
• Review and agreement on roles of board and administration
• Revisiting draft 2023 collective commitments
• Review of most recent board effectiveness survey results

Budget Hearing and Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing for the 2024-25 school year, followed by its regular monthly meeting. The board will discuss adopting a strategic plan and marketing materials, and will have a discussion on a possible referendum. Public comment periods are scheduled at both the hearing and the regular meeting.

• Budget hearing on the 2024-25 budget, presented by Director of Business Services Sarah Duncan
• Strategic plan and marketing material adoption discussion
• Referendum discussion (15 min.)
• Early learning coordinator update
• Consent agenda approving minutes from September 23 and October 21, 2024 meetings

Special Board Meeting - Budget Hearing Notice

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a budget hearing on October 28, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to present and discuss the 2024-25 budget. The meeting includes a review by Director of Business Services Sarah Duncan and a public comment period. A regular board meeting will follow immediately after the hearing.

• Budget hearing for the 2024-25 school year at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
• Public comment period for residents to address the board on the budget
• Virtual attendance available via Zoom with provided meeting ID and passcode
• Regular board meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. following the budget hearing

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will review the 2024-25 preliminary budget, discuss referendum planning, and consider a proposed purchase over $20,000 for refrigeration work at the high school for the Nutrition Services Department. The committee will also discuss the Allwardt Street property and review monthly financial reports.

• Proposed purchase over $20,000: refrigeration work for the Nutrition Services Department at Watertown High School (multiple quotes attached)
• Review of the 2024-25 preliminary budget
• Discussion of referendum planning
• Discussion of Allwardt Street property
• Monthly reports including check listing, credit card details, and fund variances

Special Board Meeting - Superintendent Quarterly Check-In

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting for a special session. The board will enter a closed session to conduct a quarterly check-in with the Superintendent.

• Superintendent's Quarterly Check-In (Closed Session)

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Area Schools HR Committee will discuss several personnel and operational items including draft school calendars for 2025-27, an update on the coach evaluation system, and succession planning for administration. The committee also plans to enter closed session to consider a Learning Leaders Proposal under state statutes for employee matters. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.

• Discussion of calendar options for school years 2025-27, including traditional, modified traditional, and balanced calendar drafts
• Update on the WHS coach evaluation system for athletics (discussion item)
• Succession planning discussion for administrative positions
• Contemplated closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) and (e) for a Learning Leaders Proposal
• Consent agenda and future agenda items review

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Planning Committee with no formal action taken. Members will discuss a potential school referendum, budget review, design and ballot language, and communication strategies. The next full Planning Committee meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024.

• Referendum discussion regarding future ballot measure
• Budget review for the school district
• Design and ballot language for potential referendum
• Communication strategies for referendum outreach

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

This is a procedural subcommittee meeting of the Watertown Area Public Schools Planning Committee, with no formal governmental action to be taken. The committee will discuss planning for a board self-evaluation and set the next full Planning Committee meeting for November 6, 2024.

• Discussion and planning of Board Self Evaluation
• Next full Planning Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
• Sub Committee of Policy Review Committee members listed: Diana Johnson and Dan Voeltner

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee will meet to discuss updates on the superintendent evaluation scheduled for October 21 and a board retreat on October 30. The main agenda item is a 35-minute discussion on strategic planning, reviewing documents for years one through three and proposed student engagement survey questions. The committee also has a brief action items segment and will set the next meeting date for November 6.

• Strategic planning discussion with documents for three-year plan (2024-2027)
• Proposed student engagement survey questions
• Superintendent evaluation scheduled for October 21, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Board retreat scheduled for October 30, 2024 from 5:00-9:00 p.m.
• Next meeting set for Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Policy Review Committee will discuss draft administrative procedural guidelines regarding transgender students, as well as several groups of Neola model policies (3000, 4000, 6000) covering employee leaves, health plans, benefits, and finance. No action items are scheduled; all agenda items are discussion and information only.

• Discussion of Draft A and Draft B Administrative Procedural Guidelines for Transgender Students
• Review of Neola policies on employee leaves (3431, 3432) and unauthorized work stoppage (3531)
• Review of Neola policies on group health plans (4419) and the Affordable Care Act (4419.03)
• Review of Neola finance policies including federal funds (6110), procurement (6325), and fund balance (6235)
• Discussion of future agenda planning and next meeting date (November TBD)

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Educational Services Committee will meet to review updates on science and assessments. The committee will also hear presentations regarding a therapy dog project and a summer school research study plan.

• Discussion of the 2024-2027 Future Ready Library Plan
• Presentation on the Douglas Therapy Dog Project
• Presentation of the Summer School Research Study Plan and proposed 2025 schedule
• Review of the 2024-25 Assessment Calendar
• Science and Ready Set Go updates

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on September 23, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Watertown High School. The board will receive a preliminary budget presentation for the 2024-25 school year and discuss a new Rooms Communication Tool for staff. A consent agenda includes second readings of numerous board policies and approval of committee summaries.

• Preliminary budget presentation for 2024-25 school year by Director of Business Services
• Second readings and approval of 27 board policies on consent agenda
• Donations: $700 for FFA in memory of David Zoellick, $850 from Watertown Lions Club for school supplies
• Safety drill evaluations and Safe Schools update across all district buildings
• Presentation on new Rooms Communication Tool rolling out in 2024-25

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education's Human Resources Committee will meet on September 16, 2024, to discuss employee satisfaction survey action plans, a consent agenda resolution, and future agenda items. The meeting is informational and procedural, with no binding votes scheduled.

• Consideration of consent agenda resolution (Resolution 9-23-24 SEPT for HR Comm)
• Discussion of Employee Satisfaction Survey Action Plans, including Positive Behavior Supports and Draft Strategic Planning Year One 2024-2025
• Review of future agenda items for the HR Committee annual cycle

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will discuss two proposed purchases over $20,000: a PRA Phase 4 agreement and a Ford Transit Van. They will also review a draft Construction Manager RFP and the 2024-25 preliminary budget. Monthly reports and a planning calendar will be reviewed, and the next meeting date set for October 23, 2024.

• Proposed purchase: PRA Phase 4 agreement (amount not specified)
• Proposed purchase: Ford Transit Van (amount not specified)
• Review of draft Construction Manager RFP
• Review of 2024-25 preliminary budget
• Monthly reports including Amazon purchases, check listing, credit card details, and fund variances

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee is meeting to discuss strategic planning, referendum planning, and the superintendent evaluation. The committee will also address the board retreat and the extension of work with the Donovan Group.

• Referendum planning
• Superintendent evaluation
• Extension of work with the Donovan Group
• Strategic planning
• Scheduling of meeting dates through January 2025

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will discuss a Director's Report covering substitute teaching ideas, an Act 20 teacher/administrator training update, and a 4K update including an Early Systems Coordinator request to the GWCHF. Presentations are scheduled on Riverside Middle School's AVID program goals and tutors, and on the Advanced Learner Handbook update. The meeting is informational and discussion-based with no action items listed.

• Director Report: substitute teaching ideas, Act 20 training update, 4K update with Early Systems Coordinator request to GWCHF
• Presentation: Riverside Middle School AVID Goal and Tutors (15 minutes)
• Presentation: Advanced Learner Handbook Update (30 minutes) with draft parent guide and department handbook
• Future agenda planning and next meeting date set for Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss proposed administrative guidelines regarding transgender students and follow up on Policy 3122 (Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity) after legal counsel review. The committee will also conduct first reads of multiple Neola model policies in the 3000 and 4000 series covering staff communications, benefits, leave, and discipline. No final votes are scheduled; all items are discussion and information only.

• Draft administrative guidelines regarding transgender students (two draft versions plus student gender support consent form and plan)
• Follow-up discussion on Policy 3122 Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity, including EEOC guidance on Bostock v. Clayton County
• First read of 11 Neola 3000-series policies including Board-Staff Communications, Group Health Plans, and Leaves of Absence
• First read of 13 Neola 4000-series policies including Creating a Position, Drug-Free Workplace, Staff Discipline, and Whistleblower Protection
• Review of Neola policy development process timeline

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing a facilities study and discussing a potential referendum. The meeting also includes a presentation of the final Strategic Plan and updates on bullying data and ACT 20.

• Facilities Study update from PRA
• Discussion regarding a possible referendum
• Presentation of the final Strategic Plan by the Donovan Group
• Second reading of 14 policies including Staff Evaluation and Ethics and Conflict of Interest
• Personnel actions including staff retirements, resignations, and new appointments

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss the 2024-25 preliminary budget, a proposed purchase near $20,000 for Apptegy, a visitor management system change, and a D&H Transportation contract. Monthly financial reports and the fiscal planning calendar are also on the agenda for review.

• Discussion of 2024-25 preliminary budget
• Purchase near $20,000 for Apptegy (rooms development)
• Visitor management system change to VisitorAware
• D&H Transportation contract for 2024-25
• Monthly financial reports including check listing and credit card details

Special Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on August 19, 2024, to discuss two topics: itinerant staff (substitute teachers) and volunteer programs. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily discussion and information sharing. Public attendance is available in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion of itinerant staff (substitute teachers) including sub fill rates for January–March 2024
• Discussion of volunteer programs in the district
• Special meeting format with no action items other than adjournment

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee will discuss the 2025 health insurance renewal, review preliminary exit and turnover reporting, and consider employee satisfaction survey action plans. The committee will also receive a start-of-school-year staffing update and plan future agenda items. A closed session is contemplated to discuss educator compensation model certification equivalent adjustment.

• Discussion of 2025 Health Insurance Renewal
• Preliminary Exit and Turnover Reporting
• Employee Satisfaction Survey Action Plans
• Start of the School Year and Staffing Update
• Contemplated closed session on Educator Compensation Model Certification Equivalent Adjustment

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education's Planning Committee. No formal governmental action will be taken. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding a referendum. The next full Planning Committee meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024.

• Referendum Discussion – subcommittee will discuss a potential referendum
• Next Full Planning Committee Meeting: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 – 5:30 p.m.
• Meeting is informational only; no formal action will be taken
• Virtual participation available via Zoom (Meeting ID: 944 2469 3766)

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Area Public Schools Policy Review Committee will discuss draft administrative guidelines for transgender students, including a student gender support consent form and plan. The committee will also review several personnel policies from the Neola model policy service, such as non-discrimination, drug-free workplace, and superintendent employment. No final decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Discussion of draft Administrative Guidelines Regarding Transgender Students and related consent/support forms.
• Review of Policy 3122 Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity and Policy 3210 Staff Ethics with legal counsel input.
• Discussion of Policy 3122.01 Drug-Free Workplace with legal counsel recommendations.
• First read of Policy 1220 Employment of the Superintendent of Schools.
• Review of Neola Policy Groups 3000 and 4000 covering employment contracts, staff discipline, whistleblower protection, FMLA, and more.

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee will receive presentations on WUSD Special Education Procedures and the Wisconsin Guarantee update, discuss a draft assessment plan and related contracts (Renaissance and Fastbridge), and review a Panorama contract renewal. No final votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Presentation on WUSD Special Education Procedures (10 minutes)
• Discussion of 2024-2025 DRAFT Assessment Plan Update and Renaissance/Fastbridge contracts
• Discussion of Panorama contract renewal for 2024-25
• Presentation on Standards and Curriculum Review Cycle Draft (20 minutes)
• Presentation on Wisconsin Guarantee update (10 minutes)

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss a draft of the strategic plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion and information only.

• Strategic Plan Draft Discussion – committee will review two attached documents (Watertown_Strategic_Planning__Committee.pdf and DG_PROPOSAL_WATERTOWN_REF_2025.pdf)

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Community Strategic Planning Workgroup

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will attend a Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session. The board will not conduct governmental business or take formal action during this gathering.

• Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session at Watertown Public Library

Regular Monthly Board Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular monthly meeting, including a 50-minute strategic discussion segment. Items include a seclusion and restraint update, the 2024-25 school calendar, and a Panorama survey renewal. The consent agenda covers personnel resignations and appointments, bill approvals, and first readings of 15 board policies.

• Discussion of 2023-24 seclusion and restraint report (Sarah Oudenhoven)
• Discussion of 2024-25 school calendar (staff and student versions)
• Discussion of Panorama survey renewal for K-8 or K-12 options
• Approval of personnel: resignation of special ed paraprofessional Jessica Peters; appointments of science teachers Marcus Graham and Yvette Loiselle
• First reading of 15 board policies covering staff employment, evaluation, ethics, and leave

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet on July 18, 2024, to discuss board development, including a draft board evaluation and Policy 8110 review, and an update on the superintendent/board evaluation from CESA 6. The committee will also review the strategic planning process, including referendum planning and data meeting processes. No votes or action items with specific dollar amounts are scheduled.

• Review of Board Evaluation Draft and Policy 8110 (Board Operational Goals)
• Update on Superintendent/Board Evaluation from CESA 6
• Strategic Plan Update and Referendum Planning Update
• Review of Onboarding Process for New Board Members
• Future agenda planning and calendar feedback

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will review the 2024-25 preliminary budget and discuss three purchases over $20,000: copy paper, STEM tables for RMS (grant-funded), and SchoolsPLP. An update on facilities master planning and a review of extracurricular activities are also on the agenda. Monthly financial reports and a planning calendar will be discussed.

• Three purchases over $20,000: copy paper, STEM tables for RMS, SchoolsPLP
• IT department purchasing projector parts for High School auditorium (under $20,000, ~$18,300)
• Review of 2024-25 preliminary budget
• Discussion on extracurricular activities and endorsed activities criteria
• Facilities Master Planning Update

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee will discuss the 2023-24 employee satisfaction survey results and receive an update on the support staff salary project implementation plan. The committee will also consider a consent agenda resolution and then enter closed session to discuss an educator compensation model RFP update.

• Discussion of 2023-24 employee satisfaction survey results and comment analysis
• Consideration of consent agenda Resolution 7-22-24
• Update on support staff salary project with implementation plan dated 7-11-2024
• Contemplated closed session to discuss educator compensation model RFP update
• Future meeting planning for the committee

Special Board Meeting

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters and the sale of the Allwardt Street property. The meeting also includes a quarterly check-in with the Superintendent.

• Discussion regarding the sale of Allwardt Street property
• Superintendent's quarterly check-in
• Closed session regarding employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will discuss several district policies. The agenda includes a walkthrough of the new Neola Title IX policy and reviews of various staff-related regulations.

• Walkthrough and discussion of the new Neola Title IX policy
• Review of Group 1 Neola policies, including non-discrimination and grievance procedures
• Review of Group 2 Neola policies, including drug-free workplace and staff ethics
• Discussion regarding Policy 1240 for the evaluation of the Superintendent
• Discussion of Policy 0142.7 regarding orientation

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Community Strategic Planning Workgroup

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will attend a Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session on July 10, 2024. No formal action or governmental business will be conducted during this gathering.

• Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session at Watertown Public Library

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The committee will review research study proposals for elementary literacy and K-12 social studies. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the English Learner Handbook, WHS course reviews, and the Social Emotional Learning curriculum.

• Presentation: Elementary Literacy Research Study Proposal
• Presentation: K-12 Social Studies Research Study Proposal
• Discussion: English Learner Handbook and WHS Course Review
• Discussion: WUSD Social Emotional Learning Curriculum Review

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Planning Sub Committee is meeting for discussion and information. No formal governmental action will be taken during this meeting. The committee aims to create a calendar draft for the 2024-25 school year Board Development Plan.

• Drafting of the 2024-25 Board Development Plan calendar

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will discuss strategic updates regarding Dual Language and Lebanon LEAP programming. The meeting also includes the second reading of several district policies and the approval of various staff appointments and resignations.

• Strategic discussion on Dual Language and Lebanon LEAP programming updates
• Second reading of policies including Whistleblower Protection and Student Supervision
• Approval of multiple staff retirements, resignations, and new teacher appointments
• Presentation of payment for senior artwork by Rylie Wolf and Rae Heier

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Community Strategic Planning Workgroup

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education members will attend a Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session at the Watertown Public Library. This gathering is for strategic planning and will not involve any formal governmental business or action by the Board.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - WUSD Board Data Meeting

The WUSD Board of Education is gathering to discuss district data and reports. The board will not conduct governmental business or take formal action during this meeting.

• Schurz AGR EOY Report
• The State of the District presentation
• WISEDash Local and Looking Forward discussion

Planning Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee is meeting to review a strategic plan update. The committee will also discuss board development topics including mentoring and orientation.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Board Development: Mentoring
• Board Development: Board Orientation

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The committee will review several purchases exceeding $20,000, including Chromebooks and a district-wide phone upgrade. Members will also examine contract renewals for Buildings & Grounds and the preliminary budget for the 2024-25 school year.

• Purchases over $20,000 for Chromebooks and phone upgrades
• Grant-funded STEM tables for RMS
• Contract renewals for Johnson Controls and Nami
• Review of the 2024-25 preliminary budget

Special Board Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss the process for options development and potential concept development options. The meeting also includes discussions on timeline considerations, funding definitions, and a review of a draft report.

• Discussion of the process for options development
• Review of potential options from step 3-concept development
• Discussion regarding timeline considerations
• Review of funding definitions and examples
• Review of a draft report

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee will discuss the plan for a 2025-26 calendar study and the process for converting HR policy to NEOLA. The committee will also receive updates regarding summer school staff and the support staff salary review project.

• Summer school staff (Resolution 6-24-24)
• Discussion of 2025-26 calendar study plan
• Discussion of HR policy conversion to NEOLA
• Update on support staff salary review project

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Policy Review Committee will discuss several district policies during this meeting. Topics include procedures for evaluating and not reemploying the Superintendent, as well as various staff-related policies regarding ethics and grievance procedures. The committee will also review charges for Career and Technical Education projects.

• Review of policies 1240 (Superintendent evaluation) and 1241 (Non-reemployment)
• Discussion of policy 9190 regarding Career and Technical Education project charges
• Review of staff policies including ethics, grievance procedures, and anti-harassment
• Discussion on approved policy implementation

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee will discuss updates regarding Laude policy and Act 95. The committee will also review summer school enrollment and technology updates.

• Laude and Act 95 updates
• Summer school enrollment and course book reviews
• Technology updates

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Community Strategic Planning Workgroup

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will attend a Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session on June 10, 2024. This gathering will take place at the Watertown High School Media Center. No governmental business or formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Community Strategic Planning Workgroup session

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education and officials will attend the Class of 2024 graduation on June 8, 2024. No governmental business or formal action will be conducted during this gathering.

• Attendance at Class of 2024 graduation ceremony
• No formal board action or governmental business scheduled

Special Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet in closed session to consider the expulsion of a student, including a hearing and possible board action. The meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown. The board will reconvene in open session to announce findings and any action taken.

• Closed session under Wisconsin statutes for personnel/student matters
• Expulsion hearing of Student 'A'
• Possible board action on student expulsion
• Reconvene to open session for findings and order

Special Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on May 29, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The board will enter closed session to hear a personnel matter under Wisconsin statutes, then reconvene to open session for possible action. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session for personnel hearing under Board Policy #4181
• Possible action on matters considered in closed session
• Meeting at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown

Sub Committee of Planning Committee Meeting

The Sub Committee of the Planning Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and plan a board self-evaluation. No formal governmental action will be taken. The next full policy committee meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024.

• Discussion and planning of board self-evaluation
• Next full policy committee meeting set for July 10, 2024, 5:30 p.m.

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on May 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown. The agenda includes recognition of 12 retiring staff members through resolutions, each with a motion and vote. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options available.

• Resolution #9289 honoring Kelly Ballou Puckett (25 years of service)
• Resolution #9290 honoring Christopher Batterman (9 years of service)
• Resolution #9291 honoring Kathleen Baurichter (30 years of service)
• Resolution #9292 honoring Staci Bratz (36 years of service)
• Resolution #9293 honoring Lynn Frederick (32 years of service)

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Strategic Planning Focus Groups and Community Engagement Event

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education may be present at strategic planning focus groups on May 16-17 and a community engagement event on May 16, but will not conduct official business or take formal action. This is a public notice of a gathering, not a decision-making meeting.

• Strategic Planning Focus Groups on May 16-17 at Educational Service Center Board Room, 111 Dodge Street
• Community Engagement Event on May 16, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Watertown High School, 825 Endeavour Drive
• No governmental business or formal action will occur

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Fiscal Management Committee is meeting to review and discuss several financial items, including a recommendation to renew the WiSNP nutrition services agreement, milk service bids for the 2024-25 school year, a facilities master plan presentation, and an update on ESSER III fund usage. The committee will also consider proposed student fees and facilities use fees for 2024-25, a CESA 2 contract, and monthly financial reports.

• Recommendation to enter 66.0301 agreement with WiSNP for next school year
• Milk service bids for 2024-25 school year reviewed
• Facilities Master Plan phase 1 rough draft presented by PRA
• ESSER III funds must be used or committed by September 30, 2024
• 2024-25 Student Fees and Facilities Use Fees reviewed

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Human Resources Committee is meeting to discuss personnel matters, including a support staff salary review and educator compensation model RFP results, which will be considered in closed session. The open agenda includes consent items, support staff notices of employment, summer school staff, and an employee wellness committee update. The meeting is largely procedural and informational, with no major public decisions expected.

• Closed session discussion of support staff salary review update
• Closed session discussion of educator compensation model RFP results
• Consent agenda resolution (Resolution 5-20-24 for HR Comm)
• Support staff notice of employment resolution (Resolution 5-20-24 Support Staff)
• Summer school staff resolution (Resolution 5-20-24 Summer School)

Planning Committee Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education's Planning Committee will meet on May 8, 2024, to discuss the strategic plan update, a referendum update, and the process for the superintendent's end-of-year evaluation. The committee will also review board development topics, including onboarding new members and board retreat ideas. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.

• Strategic Plan Update and Referendum Update discussion
• Data Meeting scheduled for June 19, 2024
• Superintendent Quarterly Evaluation Process Review and Next Steps
• Board Development: Onboarding New Members 2024, Policy 1110 and 0142.7 review
• Next meeting: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss and receive information on several educational items. The agenda includes a director's update on UW Direct Admission, discussions on science and math curriculum adoptions for Riverside Middle School and Watertown High School, a draft pupil non-discrimination report, and a presentation on educational adequacy. No final decisions are listed; most items are for discussion and information.

• RMS Science Adoption - Discussion (Amplify curriculum request)
• WHS Math Adoption - Discussion
• Pupil Non Discrimination Draft Report - Discussion
• PRA Educational Adequacy - Presentation
• UW Direct Admission update by Jason Bull

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, focusing on board reorganization (electing officers), recognizing outgoing members, and receiving reports from committees. The board will also act on a consent agenda including personnel changes and bill approvals.

• Election of Board President, Vice President, Clerk, Treasurer, and Deputy Clerk
• Resolution #9280 honoring outgoing board member Tony Arnett (9 years, 6 as President)
• Resolution #9281 honoring outgoing board member David Smith (4 years, 3 as Treasurer)
• Consent agenda includes staff retirements, resignations, and appointments (e.g., Payton Biwer as Speech & Language Pathologist)
• Approval of bills and first reading of policies 1230.01 and 2430

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss and receive information on several financial items. Key topics include a facilities master plan update, extracurricular activities, fiscal updates, and a planning calendar. The committee will also review monthly financial reports, including check listings and credit card details.

• Purchase of a new firewall for the district, costing just under $20,000, with three quotes attached
• Recommended proposal for an Enrollment and Demographic Study RFP, sent in conjunction with the Facilities Master Plan RFP
• Plans to bid for property insurance due to increased deductibles and pricing from the current carrier
• Liability insurance to be an agenda item next month per the planning calendar
• Review of monthly reports including check listing, credit card details, and fund variances

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Human Resources Committee is meeting to exchange initial 2024-25 bargaining proposals with the Watertown ULE teachers union, then plans to enter closed session to discuss negotiations, staffing, health insurance plans, succession planning, and cost-of-living adjustments for non-represented staff. The committee will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions and plan future meetings. Most substantive items are scheduled for closed session, citing state statutes for employment and bargaining matters.

• Exchange of initial 2024-25 bargaining proposal with Watertown ULE
• Closed session on negotiations with Watertown ULE
• Closed session discussion of staffing plan
• Closed session discussion of health insurance plans for 24-25
• Consent agenda with resolutions for April 22, 2024

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss several proposed policy changes, including extracurricular activities, student retention and promotion, charges for career and technical education projects, and development of administrative guidelines. No new or major revisions are on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion of Policy 5330 Extracurricular Activities and related guidelines
• Review of retention policies 5230, 5230.1, and 5231 on promotion through 8th grade
• Proposed changes to Policy 9190 on charges for career and technical education projects
• Discussion of Policy 1230.01 on development of administrative guidelines
• Next meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The committee will receive a director update regarding Act 20 assessments and professional development. Members will also review a presentation on Special Education and Student Services and discuss science updates.

• Elementary School Science Materials Purchase: over $20,000
• Act 20 Assessment Update by Jason Bull
• Special Education and Student Services Update by Sarah Springer Oudenhoven
• RMS Science Update discussion

Special Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting, mostly in closed session, to discuss the sale of the Allwardt Street property and to review RFP proposals for strategic planning. The closed session is authorized under Wisconsin statutes for property negotiations and legal counsel. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, and roll call, and will reconvene to open session before adjourning.

• Closed session discussion on sale of Allwardt Street property
• Review of RFP proposals for strategic planning and administrative recommendation
• Meeting held at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e)(g)

Board of Canvassers Committee Meeting

The Board of Canvassers Committee will meet to canvass the results of the April 2, 2024 Spring Election for Watertown Unified School District Board of Education candidates. This is a procedural meeting to verify and certify election results.

• Canvassing of April 2, 2024 Spring Election for WUSD Board of Education candidate results

Regular Monthly Board Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, including strategic discussions on LEAP Elementary and enrollment projections, plus reports from committees. The board will also act on a consent agenda covering minutes, committee summaries, personnel changes, bills, and policy readings.

• Discussion of LEAP Elementary and 2024 enrollment projections
• Consent agenda includes approval of personnel retirements, resignations, and appointments
• Second reading of 12 policies (e.g., 0142.5 Vacancies, 0167.3 Public Comment)
• Selection of Board of Canvassers for April 2 election
• Approval of bills

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss fiscal matters, including a proposed change to high school parking fees and the district's spending cutoff date of April 15th. The committee will also review monthly financial reports and its planning calendar. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.

• Proposed change to high school parking fee
• District spending cutoff date is April 15th
• Monthly financial reports: check listing, credit card details, fund variances
• Fiscal Management Committee planning calendar review

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Human Resources Committee will meet to consider consent agendas, including a summer school resolution, and receive a substitute staff update. The committee will then enter closed session to discuss support staff salary study findings and succession planning, as permitted by state statute.

• Consent agenda resolution 3-18-24 for HR Committee
• Summer school consent agenda resolution
• Substitute staff update
• Closed session: support staff salary study findings and proposals
• Closed session: succession planning

Special Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet in closed session to conduct the superintendent's quarterly evaluation. The meeting is authorized under Wisconsin statute for discussing employee performance. No public action or decision is expected beyond adjournment.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for superintendent evaluation
• Superintendent's quarterly evaluation discussion
• Meeting at Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss several policies, including a revised extracurricular activities policy, a Neola bylaw on public comment at board meetings, and a first read of aligned Neola administration policies. The committee will also consider Neola policies with no current WUSD match and WUSD administration policies with no Neola match. No new or major revisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of revised Policy 5330 Extracurricular Activities
• Review of Neola Bylaws Policy 0167.3 Public Comment at Board Meetings
• First read of Neola policies 1100, 1230, and 1240 on district organization and superintendent responsibilities/evaluation
• Review of Neola policies without WUSD match, including 1211 Whistleblower Protection and 1213 Student Supervision and Welfare
• Review of WUSD policies 2500, 2510, and 2520 on district organization and administrative relations

Planning Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee is meeting to discuss board development, including onboarding documents and board roles, and to review the superintendent's quarterly evaluation process. The committee will also enter a closed session to review strategic plan RFP submissions, citing Wisconsin's competitive bargaining exemption.

• Closed session to review Strategic Plan RFP submissions
• Discussion of new board member handbook and onboarding documents
• Review of board retreat activity and board functions/roles
• Superintendent quarterly evaluation process review
• Next meeting set for May 8, 2024

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to receive updates and discuss several educational programs. The agenda includes a director's update on Act 20, technology, and non-discrimination, followed by presentations on English Language Learner (ELL) and Advanced Learner programs, and a discussion of the 2024 summer school plan. No formal votes are listed; the meeting is primarily for information and discussion.

• Director update on Act 20, technology, and non-discrimination
• Presentation on ELL program update
• Presentation on Advanced Learner program update
• Discussion of Summer School 2024 update and plan

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comment, reports, and a consent agenda. Key items include a discussion of a proposed Germany trip for June 2025, a review of the Schurz Elementary School Achievement Gap Reduction (AGR) program, and approval of personnel actions such as retirements, resignations, and appointments. The board will also consider approval of minutes, committee summaries, and bills.

• Discussion of Germany trip proposal for June 17-30, 2025
• Review of Schurz AGR program (required by Wisconsin Act 53/71)
• Personnel: appointments include Jennifer Bault, Sarah Duncan, Jennifer Pennington as administrators
• Retirements: Russell Tiedemann (Health Teacher), Debra Iverson (Paraprofessional)
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, committee summaries, and bills

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - WUSD Board Data Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is gathering for a data meeting on February 21, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown. The board will not conduct governmental business or take formal action; the agenda includes a review and discussion of Panorama data. The meeting is procedural and informational, with no decisions expected.

• Review and understanding of Panorama data (discussion/information)
• Meeting location: Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street, Watertown
• No formal action or governmental business will be conducted
• Next meeting date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss several financial and operational items. Key topics include a plan to pre-pay Fund 39 debt using tax levy funds, an update on facilities master planning, and a proposed purchase over $20,000 for outfitting a newly purchased truck. The committee will also review student enrollment projections and monthly financial reports.

• Discussion of Baird's plan to pre-pay Fund 39 debt using Fund 39 tax levy funds
• Update on Facilities Master Planning process
• Proposed outfitting for the District's newly purchased truck (purchase over $20,000)
• Review of 2024 WUSD Enrollment Projections
• Monthly reports including check listing, credit card details, and fund variances

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss and receive information on several human resources topics. Key items include a draft RFP for an educator compensation model study, the negotiations planning process and timeline, and updates on the employee wellness committee and satisfaction survey. The meeting is open to the public with virtual attendance options.

• Discussion of draft RFP for educator compensation model study
• Negotiations planning process and timeline discussion
• Employee Wellness Committee update
• Employee Satisfaction Survey timeline
• Coach evaluation process information

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss updates to several board policies, including student possession of personal electronic devices, student retention and promotion procedures, and extracurricular activities. The committee will also conduct a first read of several aligned Neola policies and consider new policies with no current district match. No new or major revisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Policy 5315 on personal electronic devices with updated data
• Review of retention policies 5230, 5230.1, and 5231 on student promotion
• Discussion of revised Policy 5330 on extracurricular activities
• First read of aligned Neola policies including 9130, 9250, 9270, and 9700.01
• Consideration of new Neola policies on topics like telephone communications and partnerships with business

Educational Services Committee Meeting

The Educational Services Committee will meet virtually to discuss and receive updates on several educational programs. Items include a director's update on the Schurz AGR report and 4K-12 math implementation, a health services update, a math acceleration process update, a course proposal form update, and a discussion on Act 20 and ESSER spending proposals. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Director update on Schurz AGR report and 4K-12 math implementation
• Health services update presentation
• Math acceleration process update with data on double-accelerated students
• Course proposal form update
• Discussion on Act 20 update and ESSER spending proposal

Regular Monthly Board Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing routine business and several action items. Key decisions include a resolution on open enrollment seat availability for 2024-25 and certifying candidates for the April 2, 2024 school board election. The board will also review the audit report and hear committee updates.

• Resolution #9267: No limits on regular education open enrollment seats for 2024-25; 0 special education seats, waitlist kept
• Resolution #9268: Certify five school board candidates for April 2, 2024 election
• Consent agenda includes personnel changes: retirements, resignations, appointments
• First reading of numerous WUSD policies (e.g., board powers, meetings, public comment)
• Audit report for 2022-23 financial statements presented

PUBLIC NOTICE OF GATHERING - Wisconsin Association of School Board (WASB) Convention

The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will attend the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) Convention from January 17-19, 2024, in Milwaukee. The board will not conduct any governmental business or take formal action during this gathering.

• Attendance at WASB Convention, January 17-19, 2024
• Location: Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee
• No governmental business or formal action planned

Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Policy Review Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss aligning district policies with Neola model policies. The agenda includes first reads of aligned bylaws and relations policies, as well as discussions of policies with no match on either side. This is a discussion and information meeting, with no final decisions scheduled.

• First read of aligned Neola 0000 Bylaws with WUSD policies (e.g., 0112 Purpose, 0164 Meetings, 0167.3 Public Comment)
• Discussion of Neola 0000 Bylaws with no WUSD policy match (e.g., 0111 Name, 0113 Boundaries, 0145 Board Member Anti-Harassment)
• Discussion of WUSD policies with no Neola 0000 Bylaws match (e.g., 8120 Strategic Planning, 8440 Virtual Board Meetings)
• First read of aligned Neola 9000 Relations and WUSD policies (e.g., po9120 Public Information Program, po9800 High School Diplomas to Veterans)

Human Resources Committee Meeting

The Human Resources Committee of the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss several human resources topics. Items include an update on the 2025-26 school calendar, substitute staffing, preparation of a request for proposals for an educator compensation model, a summer school compensation adjustment, and a review of summer school staffing. The committee will also review administrator performance standards and plan future meetings.

• Educator Compensation Model RFP preparation (discussion)
• Summer School Compensation Adjustment (information)
• Summer School Staffing Review by Educational Services Committee (discussion)
• Administrator Performance Standards (information)
• Update on Plan for Development of 2025-26 Calendar (information)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will discuss and receive updates on several financial items, including the recommendation for an architect firm for facilities master planning, a cost overage for a Ford F-550, a CTE van purchase, and a financial audit memorandum of understanding. The meeting is primarily for discussion and information, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Facilities Master Planning: update on architect interviews and recommendation for firm selection
• Ford F-550 cost difference: discussion of cost overage (see attachments)
• CTE Van purchase discussion
• Financial Audit MOU with Hawkins Ash for 2024, 2025, and 2026
• Monthly reports: check listing, credit card details, fund variances

Planning Committee Meeting

The Watertown Unified School District Planning Committee will meet to discuss next steps for board development, coordinate initiatives, review a draft RFP for a strategic plan, and review the superintendent's quarterly evaluation process. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion of Board Development Next Steps
• Coordinating Initiatives Discussion
• Strategic Plan RFP Draft (attached, 592 KB)
• Superintendent Quarterly Evaluation Process Review and Next Steps

Educational Services Committee Meeting - REVISED

The Watertown Unified School District's Educational Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and receive updates on several educational topics. They will hear a director's update on Act 20, RMS 6th grade electives, and ESSER funds, review K-12 science standards, discuss open enrollment seats for 2024-2025, and consider new course proposals for RMS. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information.

• Director update on Act 20, RMS 6th grade electives, and ESSER remaining allocation feedback
• Presentation on K-12 Science Standards with CESA 2 vertical alignment
• Discussion on Open Enrollment Seats for 2024-2025
• RMS course proposals: Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism, 8th Grade Honors ELA