AGENDA FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUBURN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 408 Tuesday, May 29, 2012 I. TIME AND PLACE 1. 7 p.m. at the James P. Fugate Administration Building II. ROLL CALL 1. Roll call of board members III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION 1. Written communications 2. Scheduled communications 3. Unscheduled communications 4. Community groups and organizations V. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE VI. STUDENT AND STAFF RECOGNITION 1. Student recognition 2. Staff recognition VII. STUDENT PARTICIPATION 1. Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School PTA report 2. Activity/athletic report—Olympic Middle School 3. Requests for travel VIII. SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT 1. Outdoor recreation course modification curriculum 2. Glencoe math adoption 3. Microsoft IT academy presentation 4. Prevention intervention 5. 2011-12 Cascade Middle School Improvement Plan 6. Approval of interdistrict agreements providing services to disabled students 7. Approval of agreements providing services to disabled students IX. PERSONNEL 1. Certificated and classified personnel report X. FINANCE 1. Vouchers 2. Request for authorization to surplus buses 3. Financial statements XI. DIRECTORS 1. Approval of minutes 2. Project Lighthouse workshop 3. Resolution No. 1155 4. Resolution No. 1156 5. Discussion 6. Executive session STUDENT AND STAFF RECOGNITION 1. Recognition of Student The Auburn School District Board of Directors will recognize Christian Rotter, an eighth grade student at Rainier Middle School, for being an outstanding student. Christian balances dogged determination with good sense in a manner far beyond his years. In May, Ms. Allison’s first period WEB leaders and Ms. Astle’s first period honors language arts class competed to bring in the most money for the Pennies for Patients drive. As donation dollars increased, the competition turned fierce. This included covert ops and counting coup. Even when the WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) class won the Pennies for Patients drive by bringing in the greatest dollar amount, Christian’s team did not gloat or boast. Instead, under Christian’s persistent leadership, which is grounded in always doing the right thing, the WEB class soothed hurt feelings by creating a video project for the honors language arts class. According to Ms. Astle, “Christian is a positive student leader. He is destined to do things greater than we can envision.” As a WEB leader, Christian not only helps raise funds for charitable causes, but also mentors sixth grade students throughout the school year. He assists with the planning and delivery of lessons specially designed for new sixth graders. He is caring and competent and shadows several students to help them make it to and from class on time. Christian’s competitiveness affects his academic and athletic goals. In Futsal—five-a-side indoor soccer—he is fast and quick and has amazing ball-handling skills. Recently, Christian broke the district track record in the mile with a time of 4:47. He always shakes the hands of his competitors before or after races and is a leader on the track team. His stamina, speed, and sportsmanship also pay off in class. In geometry he helps other students stay on track and guides them through difficult lessons. 2. Recognition of Staff The Auburn School District Board of Directors will recognize Gina Greco, fourth grade teacher at Lake View Elementary School, for her outstanding service. Gina Greco’s fourth grade classroom at Lake View Elementary School is a learning oasis. Students can bring pillows for their chairs and other comforts from home. “I treat my classroom like an extension of my family,” says Gina. “I want all my students to feel comfortable in class so they are ready to learn.” Eleven years ago, Gina began helping Lake View students succeed in the classroom and beyond. Gina and her fellow fourth grade teachers constantly review data, ask questions, and make instructional decisions in order to increase student achievement. This year, Gina participated in the Auburn Teacher Leadership Academy (ATLA). Currently, she serves May 29, 2012 Page 2 as the Lake View science chair and is a principal intern at the school. Over the years, Gina has participated on the district’s childhood fitness and nutrition ad-hoc subcommittee, facilitated an after-school cooking club, and served as the PTA teacher representative. Every day Gina models hard work and determination to her students. In 1999, Gina was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a life-changing and, at times, painful autoimmune disorder. According to Gina, “Crohn’s taught me perspective…how to overcome challenges and how to see the positive in every situation.” Gina’s can-do attitude permeates her teaching. No matter the task, Gina always finds a way to get the job done. In 2006 and 2011 Gina was recognized by students and parents as the Lake View PTA Outstanding Educator of the Year. Gina volunteers with the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and recently spoke at their annual conference. Additionally, Gina fundraises to help send children to Camp Oasis, a summer camp for children with Crohn’s disease. On May 15, Gina earned a master’s in educational administration from Grand Canyon University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. Gina, her husband and three-year-old son live in Lake Tapps. Outside of teaching, Gina enjoys baking and cooking and family dinners with her mom and siblings. Her Nana’s famous Easter bread and other Italian dishes are inspired by her Italian roots. In fact, both Gina and her husband’s families are from the same small village in Italy. May 29, 2012 Page 3 STUDENT PARTICIPATION 1. Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School PTA Report Eric Daniel, Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School principal, will introduce Patrice Schrama and Jen Harris, Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School’s PTA co-president and treasurer, respectively, who will give the Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School PTA report and answer questions from the board. 2. Activity/Athletic Report—Olympic Middle School Band and Choir Program Don Sims, Olympic Middle School teacher and administrative intern, will introduce Janine Dodd, Olympic Middle School teacher, who will introduce Mikayla Brummond, Brandy Clark, Taylor Sloan, Morgan Tresch, Savannah Forgey, Megan Scott, Alexandria Tate, Jessica Simmons, Breanna Pina, Faith Palmer, Grace Herrity, Kristina Vigil, Felicity Hornbuckle, and Aryiana Morey, students. The students will sing a song, report on the Olympic Middle School band and choir program, and answer questions from the board. 3. Requests for Travel a. Five Auburn High School students request permission to travel to Tacoma, Wednesday to Friday, June 27-29. The purpose of the trip is to attend the Herff Jones Yearbook workshop. Lodging and meals will be at the University of Puget Sound and parents will provide transportation for their own students. All expenses will be paid by ASB Yearbook funds. Thomas Kaup, Auburn High School teacher, requests permission to accompany the students. A substitute will not be needed. b. Three Auburn Mountainview High School students requested permission to travel to Kennewick, Thursday to Saturday, May 24-26. The purpose of the trip is to compete in the Washington State Tennis Tournament. Lodging will be at the Best Western hotel, meals will be at local restaurants, and travel will be by private vehicle. Student expenses will be paid by ASB funds, coach expenses will be paid by athletics funds. Kay Lorrain, Auburn Mountainview High School tennis coach, requests permission to accompany the students. A substitute will be needed for two days. Prior administrative approval. Recommendation: That the above trips be approved as requested. May 29, 2012 Page 4 SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT 1. Outdoor Recreation Course Modification Curriculum—Second Reading Rodney Luke, assistant superintendent of K-12 student learning and technology, will introduce Cynthia Blansfield, director of secondary student learning, who will present the outdoor recreation modification curriculum for second reading and adoption. Recommendation: That the proposed outdoor recreation course curriculum be approved for second reading and adoption. 2. Glencoe Math Adoption High School Implementation Update Rodney Luke will introduce Cynthia Blansfield who will introduce Monte Eckelman, Auburn Mountainview High School assistant principal; Leah O’Brien, Auburn Mountainview High School math teacher; and Mike Clancy, Auburn Mountainview High School math teacher. The team will present an update on the implementation of the board-adopted Glencoe mathematics program at the high school level and answer questions from the board. 3. Microsoft IT Academy Presentation Rodney Luke will introduce Steve DuBay, Auburn Mountainview High School assistant principal, who will introduce Patty Eckelman, business education teacher, Auburn Mountainview High School. Ms. Eckelman will share with the board the Microsoft IT Academy established at Auburn Mountainview High School and highlight the achievements of her students participating in this unique career and technical education program. Ms. Eckelman will share a PowerPoint presentation and answer questions from the board. 4. Prevention Intervention: Safe and Drug-free Schools Rodney Luke will introduce Julie DeBolt, coordinator of assessment and NCLB, who will introduce Francine Sullivan, West Auburn High School counselor; Mandy Jones and Eric Munson, Auburn Youth Resource Prevention/Intervention specialists; Carmela Jaurequi, Auburn Youth Resources MIDD counselor; and Seth