Below is a summary of the Caldwell School District Board of Trustees, February 14, 2022, Regular Meeting intended to provide information about board decisions in a timely manner. It is not the official record. The recorded live stream of the meeting is available here.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. French recognized Elizabeth Webster, a senior at Caldwell High School. Eli took advantage of the $4,125 allotted through Fast Forward Funds through the Advanced Opportunity Program. She has been able to take college classes, buy books, and participate in unique opportunities. 

Brian Sullivan and several of his students were recognized on the expansion of the health occupations program at Caldwell High School. He is an Authorized Training Provider for both First Aid/CPR and FAST (First Aid for Severe Trauma). Mr. Sullivan can now certify students in these areas. This will benefit our community and our school.

Dr. French also shared a short highlight video. 

PATRON INPUT

• Krista Albera commented on the COVID-19 Operations Plan 2021-22.
• Nicole Trakel commented on the Search and Seizure policy and the Supplemental Levy.
• Leslie Blair spoke to the Districts COVID-19 Operations Plan 2021-22.
• Eric Davis spoke about the Supplemental Levy  
• Rachel Johnson commented on the COVID-19 Operations Plan 2021-22.

CONSENT AGENDA

The Board approved the following items:

• Approval of Minutes for the Executive Session and Annual and Regular Board Meeting – January 10, 2022
• Approval of Minutes for the Special Board Meeting – January 13, 2022
• Approval of Minutes for the Special Board Meeting and Executive Session - January 24, 2022
• Financials
• Enrollment Report
• Personnel Report
• Surplus
• Buitron Behavioral Health, LLC

INFORMATION ITEMS

Trustees shared and discussed these items:

• CFEO Financial Update
• Plant Facility Report
• CSD Calendar and Important Dates

REGULAR AGENDA

• Boys and Girls Club - Melissa Gentry, Director of the Boys and Girls Club, spoke to the Board about the possibilities of future construction of the ICA building which would allow the Boys and Girls Club to expand their operations. 
• Supplemental Levy April Burton, Chief Financial Officer, and Jessica Watts, Director of Communications, explained the process of how the District plans to communicate information to the public about the 2022 Supplemental Levy. Examples are brochures, newsletters, and social media posts.
• Non-Profit Organization - The Board will continue to discuss the best use for the money.
• CFEO Request to Terminate Agreement - On the recommendation of the Districts Attorney, Amy White, the Board voted to accept the CFEO Request to Terminate Agreement.
• SRO Rifles - The Board voted to not purchase these types of rifles on the recommendation of the Districts Attorney. 
• Completion of Superintendent Evaluation - Trustees voted to approve the 2021-22 Superintendent Evaluation. 
• Superintendent Contract - The Board approved the extension of the Superintendent Contract to the 2024-25 school year. 
• COVID-19 School Operation Plan for 2021-2022 - After reviewing and discussing recent COVID-19 data and information, the Board of Trustees voted to extend the mask requirement for all students and staff through Friday, February 18, 2022. Beginning Monday, February 21, 2022, masks will be recommended.

The Board will continue to review COVID-19 data and absentee reports for both students and staff. Trustees will revisit the mask expectation in the coming weeks if necessary.

Trustees also voted to lift the mask requirement for visitors beginning Monday, February 21, 2022. Masks will be recommended for individuals who are visiting a school or District facility.

• Future Agenda Items - Trustees did not discuss any future agenda items.

POLICY DEVELOPMENT/ADOPTION

Policies under review

• Policy 901 School District Facilities Rental - Review
• Policy 901 Exhibit A Facilities Use Application and Indemnity Agreement - Review
• Policy 901 Exhibit B District Facility Fee Schedule - Review
• Policy 1026 District Participation in Events, Fundraisers, Contests, and Ticket Sales - Rename to Fund Raiser Activities Code 3420
• Policy 3370 Searches and Seizures
• Policy 5410 Family and Medical Leave replacing policy 407 Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Policy 5410 Family and Medical Leave Procedure

First Reading

The Trustees approved the following policies for First Reading

• Policy 4170 District or School Operated Social Media (New)

The Board of Trustees will meet again on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 6:00 pm for a Board Work Session.