Denali Borough School District, AK

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss administrative reports and staff re-hires. The board is scheduled to conduct first and second readings for numerous district policies covering community life, public complaints, and administrative roles.

• Second reading of policies including BP 1311 (Community Life) and BP 1120 (Public Involvement in Board Meetings)
• First reading of policies including BP 1330 (Use of School Facilities) and BP 1410 (Cooperation with Law Enforcement)
• Review of 2025-26 Exempt Personnel for rehire
• Discussion of Certified Administrator Contract
• Approval of classified hire: Crystal Goodin

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session and regular meeting. The board will discuss a proposal from Alaska's Bounty for Children for a school lunch program and consider first readings of 11 new board policies. The board will also vote on certified teacher and administrator contracts.

• Alaska's Bounty for Children school lunch proposal
• First reading of 11 new board policies (BP 1311, 1114, 1120, 1140, 1150, 1230, 1240, 1250, 1260, 1312, 1312.1)
• Third reading of policies BP 0100 and BP 1100
• Certified teacher contracts
• Certified administrator contract

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session on Denali Learning's Mini Slice, followed by a regular meeting. The board will vote on the 2025-2026 school calendar (second reading), a slate of policies, and new business including a PEAK principal contract, certified teacher contract, non-tenured teacher and administrative contracts, and a school lunch program proposal.

• Second reading and vote on SY 2025-2026 School Calendar (two options presented)
• Second reading and vote on 14 board policies, including BP 5131.5 (Vandalism, Theft and Graffiti) and BP 0530 (Discontinuation or Closure of Schools)
• New Business: PEAK Principal Contract, Certified Teacher Contract, and Non-Tenured Teacher and Administrative Contracts
• New Business: School Lunch Program proposal (with public comment received)
• Work Session: Denali Learning - Mini Slice presentation

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough Assembly and staff will hold a joint work session to discuss the fiscal outlook, including the FY25 and FY26 budgets. They will also review six-year capital facility projections and a maintenance list. The session will cover the effects of federal funding and staff reductions, as well as the concept of using schools as community resource centers.

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board will hold a work session on winter assessment results followed by a regular meeting. The board is scheduled to take action on the FY26 school operating budget and the first reading of the 2025-2026 school calendar.

• Third reading and action on the FY26 School Operating Budget
• First reading and action on the SY 2025-2026 School Calendar
• Second reading of policies regarding New Construction, Community School Committees, Bylaws of the Board, and Internet use
• First reading of 15 policies including Vandalism, Theft and Graffiti, and Service Animals
• Executive session to discuss a Correspondence School Lawsuit and an early graduation request

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session on learning expeditions followed by a regular meeting. The board will take a second reading of the FY26 budget and discuss the 2025-26 school calendar. A joint work session with the Denali Borough Assembly is scheduled for February 27th.

• FY26 Budget 2nd Reading
• Discussion: 2025-26 School Calendar
• All policies from the 7000’s, New Construction; the 8000’s, Community School Committees; and the 9000’s, Bylaws of the Board
• Joint Work Session between DBSD School Board and Denali Borough on Feb 27
• Hire of Classified Staff: Victoria Burman TVS FT TA

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board will hold a work session on student performance data, then consider approving bonus agreements for staff members, a resolution on check signers, and the first reading of the FY26 budget. The board will also vote on second readings of 13 board policies and on new hires for classified staff.

• Work session on student performance data (attendance, MAP Growth, mClass)
• Consent agenda includes hiring of three classified staff: Alison Kus, Breanna Woods, Tia Borg
• Second reading of 13 board policies, including volunteer assistance, bus conduct, and immunizations
• New business: MOAs for FY25 bonuses to staff members (DBSD DEA and DBSD DESPA)
• First reading of FY26 budget

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session on Denali Learning before its regular meeting. Action items include approving FY26 budget assumptions, a FY25 budget revision, a legislative priority resolution, and new board policies. The board will also discuss facility use policy, committee membership, and a business manager contract.

• FY26 Budget Assumption – review and approve
• FY25 Budget Revision – review and approve
• Resolution 24-03 DBSD Legislative Priority – review and approve
• First reading of 13 board policies (e.g., BP 5131.1, BP 5121)
• Out-of-state travel request for 2025 American Rocketry Challenge

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session on board self-evaluation and annual goals, followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include receiving the FY24 audited financial statement, conducting a superintendent evaluation, and a first reading of nine board policies covering budget, course credit, English learners, Native education, migrant programs, career/technical education, internships, charter schools, and meetings. The board will also consider consent agenda items including personnel hires and approve minutes from September 19, 2024.

• Receive FY24 audited financial statement (DBSD Final FS 2024.pdf)
• Superintendent evaluation
• First reading of nine board policies (budget, course credit, English learners, Native/Indian children, migrant children, career/technical education, internships, charter schools, meetings)
• Consent agenda: hire Tommy Elliot as part-time tech assistant, Valerie Taylor as TVS TA, Kimberly Metzger as PEAK teacher
• Board self-evaluation report and annual goals review

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session to interview board member candidates and review AK STAR and SCCS student assessment data. In the regular meeting, the board will appoint a new member, consider first readings of nine board policies, and discuss the 2024-2025 board goals and priorities. The agenda also includes reports from the mayor, administration, and committees, as well as public comment periods.

• Appoint new board member and administer oath of office
• First reading of nine board policies: budget (3100), high school course credit (5121.1), English language learners (6174), education of Native/Indian children (6174.1), migrant children program (6175), career and technical education (6178), internships (6178.1), charter schools (6181), and meetings (9320)
• Staff out-of-state travel authorization for FY25
• Board self-evaluation discussion
• FY25 student transportation services discussion

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board will hold a work session on 2024-2025 goals and priorities, then a regular meeting to adopt the agenda, approve consent items including hiring a PEAK secretary, and take action on 23 board policies in a second reading. New business includes adopting the 2024-2025 board goals, a resolution recognizing a resigning board member, a non-certified exempt new hire contract, and the FY-26 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Second and final reading of 23 board policies covering grading, special education, technology use, and more
• FY-26 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for consideration
• Resolution 24-02 recognizing board member James Tench upon resignation
• Non-certified exempt new hire contract for Justin Mason
• Hire of full-time PEAK Secretary Natalie Day on consent agenda

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a revision to the FY24 budget and to approve summer check signers. The agenda also includes public comments on agenda items and comments from board members and the superintendent. No other substantive actions are listed.

• FY24 Budget Revision Version 2.pdf (728 KB)
• Expending Authority.pdf (102 KB) for summer check signers

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold its regular meeting on May 16, 2024, at Cantwell School and virtually. The board will take final action on 20 board policies (second reading) covering topics like sex education, science instruction, and graduation requirements, and will have a first reading of 23 new policies on grading, special education, and other areas. They will also consider hiring a certified teacher, rehire notices for classified staff, and non-certified exempt contracts. The meeting includes public comment periods and reports from the mayor, administration, and committees.

• Final reading of 20 board policies (e.g., 6142.1 Family Life/Sex Education, 6146.1 High School Graduation Requirements)
• First reading of 23 board policies (e.g., 6146.7 Grading Scale, 6159 Individualized Education Program, 6172 Special Education)
• Certified teacher hire and classified rehire notices for multiple staff
• Non-certified exempt contracts for Chris Basile, Curtis Hamel, Jennifer Bush, Aubree Newton
• School board summer meeting schedule

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold its regular meeting on April 18, 2024, at Tri-Valley School and virtually. The board will take final action on 20 board policies (second reading) and an amended 2024-25 school calendar, and will hold first readings on 21 additional policies covering curriculum, activities, and graduation requirements. The consent agenda includes approval of March 21, 2024 minutes and hiring Joseph Krause as certified exempt staff. The board will also hear reports from the mayor, administration, and committees, and take public comments on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Final adoption of 20 board policies (e.g., 3270, 3311, 3312, 6114, 9200) on sales, bids, contracts, crisis response, and board conduct
• First reading of 21 policies (e.g., 6142.1, 6145.22, 6146.1) on sex education, concussions, graduation requirements, and more
• Amended SY 24-25 school calendar for approval
• Hire of Joseph Krause as certified exempt staff on consent agenda
• Out-of-state travel request and board member attendance at graduation as new business

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board is holding its regular meeting, with the most consequential item being the fourth reading of the FY25 school operating budget. The board will also consider the second reading of the 2024-2025 school calendar, review first readings of numerous board policies, and decide on non-tenured teacher contracts. The agenda includes standard procedural items, reports, and public comment periods.

• FY25 School Operating Budget - Fourth Reading
• SY 2024-2025 School Calendar - Second Reading
• First reading of 20 board policies (e.g., BP 3311 Bids, BP 3312 Contracts, BP 6000 Instruction)
• Non-tenured teacher contracts for 13 teachers
• Consent agenda includes minutes from February 15, 2024

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School Board will hold a work session to interview candidates for a vacant board seat, followed by a regular meeting. The board will consider appointing a new member, review the FY25 operating budget for a third reading, and take a first reading of the 2024-2025 school calendar. Several routine items, including consent agenda approval and public comments, are also scheduled.

• Interview board member candidates: Tammy Ohlund, Forest Shreeve, Sarah Crowley
• Appoint new board member to fill vacant seat
• FY25 School Operating Budget - third reading
• SY 2024-2025 School Calendar - first reading
• Second and final reading of board policies on student rights and discipline

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board is holding a work session on January 30, 2024, to interview candidates for a vacant school board seat. The agenda includes a greeting and reading, followed by the appointee interview. Two candidates, Forest Shreeve and Sarah Crowley, have submitted letters of interest for the position.

• Interview of school board appointee candidates
• Forest Shreeve letter of interest and support
• Sarah Crowley letter of intent for vacant seat

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold a regular meeting with a second reading of the FY25 operating budget and a second reading of numerous student-related policies, including cell phone use, dress code, and discipline. The board will also take a first reading on additional policies covering free speech, suspension, and nondiscrimination. Other business includes discussing the 2024-2025 school calendar, legislative priorities, and accepting a board member's resignation.

• FY25 School Operating Budget second reading
• Second reading of policies on cell phones, dress, discipline, and health
• First reading of policies on free speech, suspension, and nondiscrimination
• Discussion of 2024-2025 school calendar draft
• Resolution 24-01 on FY24 legislative priorities

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold its regular meeting on December 14, 2023, at Anderson School and virtually. The agenda includes first readings of the FY25 operating budget and multiple board policies, as well as second readings of other policies. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including minutes, library use agreements, and staff hires, and will hear reports from administrators and committees.

• FY25 School Operating Budget first reading
• First reading of policies on cell phones, dress code, discipline, and health
• Second reading of policies on vandalism, drugs, weapons, and bullying
• Consent agenda includes hires of Katherine Stone, Roger Stafford, Tia Tischner, Kori Bingham
• Resolution 23-01 on signatory cards

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Board of Directors will discuss FY24 budget revisions and FY25 budget assumptions. The meeting includes second and final readings of several student-related policies and first readings of new conduct and safety policies.

• Second and final reading of 16 board policies including student conduct and records
• First reading of 8 new policies regarding vandalism, drugs, and academic honesty
• Review of FY24 budget revisions and FY25 budget assumptions
• Discussion of tentative agreements with DEA and DESPA
• Receipt of the FY23 audit

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold a work session on self-evaluation results, then a regular meeting with public comments, presentations, and reports. Key actions include final adoption of eight board policies, first reading of 17 policies including a new Alaska Performance Scholarship policy, and approval of staff and student out-of-country travel to Germany and Costa Rica in 2024.

• Final reading of policies 0411 (Service Animals), 4137 (Coaches), 5030 (School Discipline & Safety), 5116 (School Attendance Boundaries), 5118 (Transfers), 5124 (Communication with Parents/Guardians), 5126 (Awards for Achievement), 6117 (Animals on Campus)
• First reading of 17 policies including new BP 5128 (Alaska Performance Scholarship Program) and BB 9110 (Board Membership)
• Approval of staff and student out-of-country travel: Germany trip May 2024 and Costa Rica 2024
• Consent agenda includes September 21, 2023 regular board minutes
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items, limited to 3 minutes per person

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board is holding its regular meeting, with the main action being a first reading of nine board policies covering topics like service animals, coaches, school discipline, attendance, transfers, and communication with parents. The board will also consider a request for long-term leave without pay, a superintendent contract, staff out-of-state travel, and attendance at the AASB conference. The agenda includes routine items such as consent agenda approval, public comments, and reports from the mayor, administration, and committees.

• First reading of board policies 0411 (Service Animals), 4137 (Coaches), 5030 (School Discipline & Safety), 5113 (Absences & Excuses), 5116 (School Attendance Boundaries), 5118 (Transfers), 5124 (Communication with Parents/Guardians), 5126 (Awards for Achievement), 6117 (Animals on Campus)
• Consent agenda includes hiring of Jennifer Bush, Aubree Newton, Shayne Mayer, Arabella Johnson
• Action on request for long-term leave without pay
• Action on superintendent contract
• Approval of staff out-of-state travel (FY24)

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District board will hold a work session on 2023-2024 board goals and priorities, then a regular meeting with action items including adoption of the FY25 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan, approval of 2023-2024 board goals, and second/final reading of several board policies. The agenda also includes routine reports, public comments, and an executive session.

• FY25 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) adoption
• 2023-2024 Board Goals & Priorities approval
• Second/final reading of board policies 5000, 5021, 5030, 5040, 5111, 5111.2, 5112.1, 5112.2, 5112.5, 5112.6
• Consent agenda: approval of May 18 and June 8, 2023 board minutes
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit)

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board is holding a special virtual meeting on June 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes opening procedures, adoption of the agenda, public comments, and a single action item on certified staff hires. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the approval of certified staff hires.

• Certified staff hires (action item)
• Public comments on agenda items (limited to 3 minutes per person)
• Adoption of agenda (consent agenda)

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2017- 2025

The Denali Borough School District Board will hold its regular meeting on April 20, 2023, at Tri-Valley School and virtually. The board will take action on the 2023-2024 school calendar (third and final reading), renew contracts for non-tenured teachers and non-certified exempt staff, and consider a first reading of over 40 board policies covering personnel matters. The agenda also includes reports from the mayor, administration, and committees, plus public comment periods.

• Final adoption of the SY 2023-2024 school calendar
• First reading of 40+ board policies on personnel topics (e.g., dismissal, sexual harassment, leaves, pay)
• Contract renewals for 10 non-tenured teachers (names listed)
• Contract renewals for 5 non-certified exempt staff (e.g., Business Manager, Maintenance Director)
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit each)