Below is a summary of the Caldwell School District Board of Trustees, May 13, 2024, Regular Board 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 six Jefferson Middle School students for their outstanding writing abilities. Middle School students from across the state participated in the 2024 Idaho Youth Writing Challenge, and six JMS students placed in the top 100. Students were tasked with writing poems on the theme of Love Languages in Healthy Relationships. Jefferson submitted 20 poems and six students placed and won a $25 gift card.

The Caldwell High School Wrestling and Cheer teams were also recognized for their successful seasons this year.  The Cheer team won the 4A SIC District Championship. In addition, the boy's wrestling team placed 6th in State and the girls' team placed 11th. Three student-athletes recently committed to wrestle in college.

In addition, Dr. French honored the District’s Student Representatives for their hard work and dedication all school year. 

Caldwell High School Report - Nick Medenz, Student Representative from Caldwell High School provided Board Members with an update on student and senior highlights and future events at CHS.

Canyon Springs High School Report - Era Salazar, Student Representative from Canyon Springs High School, provided Trustees with an update on field trips, graduation, and school year successes. 

CONSENT AGENDA

Trustees voted to approve the following items:

• Approval of Minutes
• Financials
• Personnel Report
• Surplus
• Field Trip(s)
• Audit Engagement - FY 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 - Quest CPAs PPLC
• University of Idaho Student Teaching Agreement
• Client Assignment Confirmation

INFORMATION ITEMS

• Plant Facility Report
• CSD Calendar and Important Dates

PATRON INPUT

• No one signed up for patron input.

REGULAR AGENDA

• Migrant Students DC Report - Trustees heard from Erica Maldonado about their recent trip to Washington D.C. Migrant students had the opportunity to see the government in action, network, and learn about the history of the United States. Alexis Waterman also spoke to Board Members about Canyon Springs students' experiences during the trip.
• Caldwell High School Accreditation Summary Review - Board Members heard from Principal Anita Wilson on the Caldwell High School accreditation process. CHS has been accredited for over 100 years. The accreditation review provided information on practices, strengths, recommendations, and areas of improvement,

• CTE Perkins Measures Summary 2022-2023 - Principal Wilson provided Trustees with information on the CTE Perkins Measures Summary for the 2022-2023 school year. This summary includes data on post-secondary graduates. 

• AP and Dual Credit Classes - Trustees heard from Jesi Stockdale, College and Career Readiness Counselor at Caldwell High School. Mrs. Stockdale provided Board Members with information on advanced opportunities, dual credit, and advanced placement courses. 

• MOU - City of Caldwell 4th of July Fireworks Display - Board Members voted to approve the MOU with the City of Caldwell 4th of July Fireworks Display.

• Computer Science Curriculum Adoption - Melissa Langan, Chief Academic Officer, provided Trustees with information on the District's Computer Science Curriculum Adoption. Elementary, Middle, and High School representatives were also in attendance to provide information and answer questions. Board Members voted to approve the Computer Science Curriculum Adoption. 

• Caldwell Transportation Co. (CTC) Contract - Dr. French informed Trustees that North America Central School Bus Company is purchasing Caldwell Transportation Company. The North America Central School Bus Company does not provide a chartered bus service. Trustees voted to accept the recommendation to amend the CTC contract to exclude the charter school bus service from the contract. 

• Easement Agreement with Jayhawk Estates & City of Caldwell - Dr. French provided the Trustees with an update on the Easement Agreement with Jayhawk Estates and the City of Caldwell. 

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

POLICY DEVELOPMENT/ADOPTION

Proposed Policies:

• Policy 5360 Employee Dress and Appearance
• Policy 5610 Prevention of Disease Transmission
• Policy 5610P Prevention of Disease Transmission Procedure (replaces Policy 422)
• Policy 8700 Computer Software

Trustees voted to Approve the Errata Revisions for the following policies:

• Policy 2620 Grading and Progress Reports
• Policy 3010 Open Enrollment by Students who Reside Within and Outside the District
• Policy 4150 Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities
• Policy 5325 Employee Use of Social Media Sites and Communication Platforms (note: title change from Use of Social Media Sites, Including Personal Sites)

First Reading:

Trustees voted to approve the following policies:

• Policy 2470 Self-Directed Learners
• Policy 3050 Attendance
• Policy 3265 Student-Owned Electronic Communication Devices
• Policy 5335 Employee Use of Electronic Communication Devices (replaces Policy 960 Employee Use of School District Equipment)
• Policy 5480 Leadership Roles (note: title change from Leadership Premiums)
• Policy 5710 Educational Support Professionals
• Policy 8105P Extracurricular Transportation Discipline Procedure 
• Policy 8140 Student Conduct on Buses

Second and Final Reading:

Trustees voted to approve the following policies:

• Policy 8185 Use of Wireless Communication Devices by Bus Drivers
• Policy 8190 Emergencies Involving Transportation Vehicles
• Policy 8190E Bus Emergency Procedures
• Policy 8195 Bus and District Vehicle Idling
• Policy 9700 District-Wide Asbestos Program

INFORMATION ONLY

Upcoming Events:

• May 13, 2024: Retiree Reception - CSD Boardroom from 4:00-5:00 pm
• May 14, 2024: Wilson Elementary Living Wax Museum - 5:30-6:30 pm
• May 15, 2024: Syringa Middle School Career Day - 7:50 am-2:50 pm
• May 20, 2024: CHS Graduate Car Parade - 5:30-6:30 pm
• May 20, 2024: Jefferson Middle School 8th grade promotion - 7:00-8:00 pm
• May 21, 2024: Supplemental Levy Vote
• May 21, 2024: CSHS Graduation, 6:00 pm at Caldwell High School Auditorium
• May 22, 2024: CHS Graduation, 3:00 pm at Ford Idaho Center – early dismissal - 12:00 pm secondary, 1:00 pm elementary
• May 23, 2024: Syringa Middle School 8th grade promotion - 8:30-10:00 am  
• May 23, 2024: Last Day of School for Students – early dismissal - 12:00 pm secondary, 1:00 pm elementary  
• May 27, 2024: Memorial Day
• June 12, 2024: ISBA Leadership Institute, West Ada SD Sawtooth Boardroom, 9:00 am- 1:00 pm.
• June 27, 2024: Summer Graduation, Caldwell High School, 6:30 pm

ADJOURNMENT

To meet again, unless otherwise announced, on Monday, June 10, 2024, at the Caldwell District Office, Vernon DeMark Board Room, 1502 Fillmore St. Caldwell Idaho, 83605.