BOARD OF EDUCATION
MEETING
March 20, 2023
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
OMAHA, NEBRASKA
BOARD MEETING DON STROH ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MARCH 20, 2023 5606 SOUTH 147TH STREET
6:00 P.M.
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
The Public Meeting Act is posted on the wall and available for public inspection.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Showcase
E. Public Comments on agenda items – This is the proper time for public questions and comments on agenda items only.
Please make sure a request form is given to the Board President before the meeting begins.
F. Routine Matters
1. *Approval of Board of Education Minutes – March 6, 2023
2. *Approval of Bills and receive the Treasurer’s Report and Place on File
3. Summary of the Board Committee of the Whole Meeting – March 13, 2023
G. Information Items
1. Superintendent’s Comments
2. Board Comments/Announcements
3. Report from Student Representatives
H. Unfinished Business - None
I. New Business
1. Administrator for Hire - Assistant Principal Central Middle School
2. Approval of Rule 4165.2: Human Resources – Certificated Staff – Contract Cancellation, Amendment, Renewal,
Non-Renewal
3. Approval of Rule 4510.07: Human Resources - Perpetually Infectious Diseases
4. Approval of Rule 7100.4: Technology - Account Lifecycle Management
5. Reaffirm Policy 7500: Technology: Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems - Acceptable
Use
6. Approval of Rule 7500.1: Technology - Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems
7. Approval of Rule 7500.2: Technology - Student Personal Digital Devices- Acceptable Use
8. Recognize Service Employees International Union Local 226 for the 2023-24 Custodial / Maintenance / Grounds
Contract and Appoint the District’s Bargaining Team
9. Approval of Contract for Central Middle School Rooftop Unit Replacement
10. Approval of Contract for Millard South High School Furniture Replacement
11. Approval of Retention Package for Employees
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12. Approval of Personnel Actions: Recommendation to Hire, Resignation Agenda, Leave of Absence
J. Reports
1. Post Graduate Enrollment (Class of 2021), Degree Completion (Class of 2016), and College Preparatory (Class of
2019) Reports
2. Legislative Report
K. Future Agenda Items/ Board Calendar
1. Spring Break – No School April 3 - 7, 2023
2. District Office Closed on Friday, April 7, 2023
3. Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, April 10, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
4. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
5. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
6. Employee Recognition Dinner on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at UNO Scott’s Center – Social at 5:30 p.m. and
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.
7. Foundation Scholarship Event on Tuesday, May 9th at 6:00 p.m. at the Millard Airport
8. Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
9. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
10. High School Graduation on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Baxter Arena
MNHS at 9:00 a.m. / MSHS at 1:00 p.m. / MWHS at 5:00 p.m.
L. Public Comments - This is the proper time for public questions and comments on any topic.
Please make sure a request form is given to the Board President before the meeting begins.
M. Adjournment
All items indicated by an asterisk (*) will comprise the Consent Agenda and may be acted on in a single motion. Items may
be deleted from the Consent Agenda by request of any board member.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
OMAHA, NEBRASKA
BOARD MEETING DON STROH ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MARCH 20, 2023 5606 SOUTH 147TH STREET
6:00 P.M.
ADMINISTRATIVE MEMORANDUM
A. Call to Order
The Public Meeting Act is posted on the wall and available for public inspection.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Showcase
E. Public Comments on agenda items – This is the proper time for public questions and comments on agenda items only.
Please make sure a request form is given to the Board President before the meeting begins.
F.1* Motion by _________, seconded by _________, to approve the Board of Education Minutes from March 6, 2023.
F.2* Approval of Bills and receive the Treasurer’s Report and Place on File
F.3 Summary of the Board Committee of the Whole Meeting – March 13, 2023
G.1 Superintendent’s Comments
G.2 Board Comments/Announcements
G.3 Report from Student Representatives
H.1 Unfinished Business - None
I.1 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Trevor Wenger as the Assistant Principal at Central
Middle School.
I.2 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Rule 4165.2: Human Resources – Certificated Staff –
Contract Cancellation, Amendment, Renewal, Non-Renewal
I.3 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Rule 4510.7: Human Resources – Perpetually Infectious
Diseases.
I.4 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Rule 7100.4: Technology - Account Lifecycle
Management.
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I.5 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to reaffirm Policy 7500: Technology: Cellular Telephone,
Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems - Acceptable Use.
I.6 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Rule 7500.1: Technology - Cellular Telephone,
Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems.
I.7 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, Rule 7500.2: Technology - Student Personal Digital Devices-
Acceptable Use.
I.8 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, that the District recognize Service Employees International
Union Local 226 as the collective bargaining agent for custodial, maintenance, and grounds employees in the District
for the 2023-24 contract and appoint the District’s bargaining team as Chad Meisgeier, Kevin Chick, Mitch Mollring,
and Jake Curtiss, with Chad Meisgeier as lead negotiator.
I.9 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, that the contract for the Central Middle School Rooftop Unit
Replacement be awarded to Fluid Mechanical, LLC in the amount of $326,000 and that the Chief Financial Officer be
authorized to execute any and all documents related to such project.
I.10 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, that the contract for the Millard South High School Furniture
Replacement be awarded to Sheppard’s Business Interiors, Meteor Education, and Virco on a per line item basis as set
forth in the attached bid tab in the aggregate amount of $ 389,624.10 and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized
to execute any and all documents related to such project.
I.11 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Retention Package for Employees as submitted.
I.12 Motion by __________, seconded by ___________, to approve Personnel Actions: Recommendation to Hire,
Resignation Agenda, Leave of Absence.
J. Reports
1. Post Graduate Enrollment (Class of 2021), Degree Completion (Class of 2016), and College Preparatory (Class of
2019) Report
2. Legislative Report
K. Future Agenda Items/ Board Calendar
1. Spring Break – No School April 3 - 7, 2023
2. District Office Closed on Friday, April 7, 2023
3. Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, April 10, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
4. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
5. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
6. Employee Recognition Dinner on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at UNO Scott’s Center – Social at 5:30 p.m. and
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.
7. Foundation Scholarship Event on Tuesday, May 9th at 6:00 p.m. at the Millard Airport
8. Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
9. Board of Education Meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the DSAC
10. High School Graduation on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Baxter Arena
MNHS at 9:00 a.m. / MSHS at 1:00 p.m. / MWHS at 5:00 p.m.
L. Public Comments - This is the proper time for public questions and comments on any topic.
Please make sure a request form is given to the Board President before the meeting begins.
M. Adjournment
All items indicated by an asterisk (*) will comprise the Consent Agenda and may be acted on in a single motion. Items may
be deleted from the Consent Agenda by request of any board member.
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MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 17
A meeting of the Board of Education of the School District No. 17, in the county of Douglas in the state of Nebraska was
convened in open and public session at 6:00 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, at the Don Stroh Administration Center, 5606
South 147
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Street.
Notice of this meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Daily Record on Friday, March 3, 2023 a copy of
the publication is being attached to these minutes. Notice of this meeting was given to all members of the Board of
Education and a copy of their Acknowledgement of Receipt of Notice and the agenda are attached to these minutes.
Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice and in the notice of the Board of Education of this meeting.
All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public.
President Amanda McGill Johnson announced that the open meeting laws are posted and available for public inspection and
asked everyone to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken. Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr. Pate, and Mrs. Jolley were present.
Mr. Kennedy arrived at 6:03 p.m.
Awards were presented to Employees of the Month Renee Broesch, Kindergarten Teacher at Abbott Elementary School and
Pat Dober, Custodian at Andersen Middle School.
The Student Showcase highlighted Millard South cheerleading, Millard West cheerleading and Millard North dance team.
Mrs. McGill Johnson announced this is the proper time for public questions and comments on agenda items only. There were
no requests to speak on agenda items.
Motion was made by Mike Kennedy, seconded by Linda Poole, to approve the Board of Education minutes for February 6,
2023, and approve the bills and receive the treasurer’s report and place on file. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mr. Pate,
Mrs. Jolley, Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, and Mrs. McGill Johnson. Voting against were: None. Motion
carried.
Mrs. Poole provided a summary of the Board Committee of the Whole Meeting on February 13, 2023.
Superintendent’s Comments:
Dr. Schwartz said tomorrow is Nebraska Teacher Appreciation Day and is a great time to celebrate all the outstanding
teachers in our district.
Dr. Schwartz said we are in the home stretch of the levy override election. All ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on
March 14th which is a week from tomorrow. The election commission is recommending that all ballots are mailed by
tomorrow to assure they are received by the deadline. Dr. Schwartz said he appreciates all the support of the staff, Millard
Public Schools Foundation, and the Vote “Yes” group.
Board Comments:
Mr. Kennedy:
Mr. Kennedy congratulated all teachers and staff. Mr. Kennedy is disheartened by the nasty responses from the public
regarding our teachers and district. Mr. Kennedy shared his frustration with the way school funding and the TEEOSA is
handled by our legislature. Mr. Kennedy urges the community to get out and vote.
Mrs. Lisa Schoenberger:
Mrs. Schoenberger wished Linda Poole a happy belated birthday. Mrs. Schoenberger said that March is Women’s History
Month and she is pleased several schools are named after strong female leaders. Mrs. Schoenberger has confidence in our
neighbors in regards to the levy override and that this is about our students.
Mrs. Poole:
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Mrs. Poole thanked all those who work in education and said she knows first hand all the hard work that goes into it. She
appreciates all that they do. Mrs. Poole also encourages all to vote yes for MPS. Mrs. Poole said she would appreciate
everyone's support. Mrs. Poole also asked if anyone would be available to take her on school tours one day next week since it
is her spring break.
Mrs. Poole shared that next Wednesday she was invited to present to the State Board of Education state assessment taskforce.
Mrs. Poole said she is doing this in her role as a teacher in Papillion LaVista Community Schools not as a Millard board
member.
Mr. Pate:
Mr. Pate thanked all of the educators and there is no more important job in this country than educating our students. Mr. Pate
said we have the best staff around.
Mr. Pate said he has been approached by several people who support the levy but they have been surprised we have received
so much positive press. Mr. Pate said his response has been that the facts don’t lie and the positive press is well deserved. Mr.
Pate encouraged people to get out and vote in support of the levy so we can continue the great work we are doing.
Mrs. Jolley:
Mrs. Jolley thanked all the teachers. Mrs. Jolley encourages people to reach out if they have questions about the levy override
and she will be happy to answer questions.
Mrs. Jolley thanked Justin Wiley and his food service team. Mrs. Jolley shared a story about a food service worker at Millard
North High that has impacted her daughter’s life as well as so many other students by making all students feel special.
Mrs. McGill Johnson:
Mrs. McGill Johnson said she is thankful to the Millard Public Schools Foundation and all the parent volunteers who have
supported the campaign. Mrs. McGill Johnson also thanked everyone working on legislative issues across the state. She is
grateful for their work. Mrs. McGill Johnson thanked all of our teachers. She said this is her first year with a student in the
district and she is getting to see the dedication.
Millard North High School and Phoenix Nehls, student representative from Millard South High School, Charlotte Parker,
student representative from Millard North High School and Emily Ciesielski, student representative from Millard West High
School, reported on the academic and athletic happenings at their school.
Unfinished Business:
Second Reading by Lisa Schoenberger. Motion by Lisa Schoenberger, seconded by Mike Kennedy, to approve Policy 1430:
Community Relations - Cooperation with Commercial Agencies. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mrs. Jolley, Mr.
Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, and Mr. Pate. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
New Business:
Motion by Linda Poole, seconded by Stacy Jolley, to approve Rule 1430.1: Community Relations - Cooperation with
Commercial Agencies. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr. Pate, Mrs. Jolley, Mr.
Kennedy, and Mrs. Schoenberger. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Mike Pate, seconded by Stacy Jolley, to approve Jordan L. Siepker as the Assistant Principal at Kiewit Middle
School. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr. Pate, Mrs. Jolley, and
Mr. Kennedy. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Linda Poole, seconded by Stacy Jolley to approve Dr. Kristy Feden as the Coordinator of the Special Education
Young Adult Program. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill
Johnson, Mr. Pate and Mrs. Jolley. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Linda Poole, seconded by Mike Kennedy, that the District recognize the Millard Education Association as the
collective bargaining agent for paraprofessional employees in the District for the 2023-24 contract and appoint the District’s
bargaining team as Chad Meisgeier, Kevin Chick, Mitch Mollring, and Jake Curtiss, with Chad Meisgeier as lead negotiator.
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Voting in favor of said motion was: Mr. Pate, Mrs. Jolley, Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, and Mrs. McGill
Johnson. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Stacy Jolley, seconded by Linda Poole, to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Methodist
Nursing College. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mrs. Jolley, Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill
Johnson, and Mr. Pate. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Linda Poole, seconded by Stacy Jolley, that the contract for the Millard West High School Elevator Modernization
be awarded to Schumacher Elevator in the amount of $110,113 and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute
any and all documents related to such project. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr.
Pate, Mrs. Jolley, Mr. Kennedy, and Mrs. Schoenberger. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Stacy Jolley, seconded by Linda Poole, that the contract for the Andersen Middle School Track Replacement be
awarded to Nemaha Landscape Construction, Inc. in the amount of $771,190 and that the Chief Financial Officer be
authorized to execute any and all documents related to such project. Chief Financial Officer Chad Meisgeier said Joe Zadina
from Lamp Rynearson was available to address questions and concerns from the Board. Voting in favor of said motion was:
Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr. Pate, Mrs. Jolley, and Mr. Kennedy. Voting against were: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Linda Poole, seconded by Stacy Jolley, that the contract for the Kiewit Middle School Intercom Replacement be
awarded to Tred-Mark Communications in the amount of $155,500 and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to
execute any and all documents related to such project. Chief Financial Officer Chad Meisgeier said Jeff Hemji from
Morrissey Engineering was available to address questions and concerns from the Board. Voting in favor of said motion was:
Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, Mr. Pate and Mrs. Jolley. Voting against were: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Stacy Jolley, seconded by Linda Poole, that the contract for the Millard North High School Parking Improvements
be awarded to TR Construction in the amount of $73,149.59 and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute any
and all documents related to such project. Chief Financial Officer Chad Meisgeier said Joe Zadina from Lamp Rynearson
was available to address questions and concerns from the Board. Voting in favor of said motion was: Mr. Pate, Mrs. Jolley,
Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, and Mrs. McGill Johnson. Voting against were: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Stacy Jolley, seconded by Linda Poole, to approve Personnel Actions: Recommendation to Hire: Alexa K.
Williams, Megan N. Broyles, Blakely A. Anderson, Elizabeth M. Clay, Julia S. Hill, Sydney A. Koudele, Lindsay A. Roberts,
Bryce L. Trout, Scot R. Ahlers, Kelly M. Armstrong, John J. Fraser, Jennifer M. Parkhurst, Hannah W. Schmidt, Christy M.
Roncka, Taylor M. Emmons, Patricia A. Meeker, Sarah R. Ray, Samantha L. Weber, Kristen L. Houdek; Resignation Agenda:
Kylee J. Hamburger, Jeffrey T. Gehrke, Alexis M. Heddens, Jillian R. Johnson, Jillian L Kilty, Kelsey M. Lang, Elizabeth A.
Loghry, Angela T. Lowry, Hayley D. Mentzer, Krista L. Morrison, Lindsey L. Mueller, Dana R. Overfield, Michaela A.
Pearson, Sarah M. Sempeck, Megan K. Septak, Stephanie D. Simon, Kayla L. Stappert; Voluntary Separation Program
(VSP): Walter B. Mertz, Laurie A. Fitzpatrick, Stephanie A. Burdic; Leave of Absence: Jessica Watts, Aaris R. Nespor, Haley
R. Douglas, Breanna R. Dudley; Contract Addendum: Amy R. Thornton, Beth C. Rips, Kristen L. Larson. Voting in favor of
said motion was: Mrs. Jolley, Mr. Kennedy, Mrs. Schoenberger, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. McGill Johnson, and Mr. Pate. Voting
against were: None. Motion carried.
Mrs. McGill Johnson requested to move Executive Session to the end of the agenda. There was no objection.
Reports:
Legislative Report
Executive Director of Activities, Athletics & External Affairs Chad Zimmerman provided the board with a legislative update.
Mr. Zimmerman said today was the 39th day of the 90 day session. He shared that the deadline to designate committee and
senator priority bills is March 14th. Mr. Zimmerman said that full day floor debate will begin on March 28th. The Nebraska
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Millard Public Schools
March 06, 2023
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Millard Public Schools Check Register Prepared for the Board Meeting for Mar 20, 2023
Fund Check Number Check Date Vendor Number Vendor Name Transaction Amount
01 497988 03/02/2023 138477 MIDWEST HARDWOODS $136.64
497989 03/02/2023 038140 ELECTRONIC SOUND INC. $250.00
497990 03/02/2023 140729 J F AHERN CO $148.00
497991 03/02/2023 100058 LINCOLN EAST HIGH SCHOOL $244.90
497993 03/02/2023 064800 METRO UTILITIES DISTRICT OF OMAHA $110,315.82
498007 03/09/2023 143971 AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK MASTERCARD $5,233.26
498009 03/09/2023 132625 NE SPEECH COMMUNICATION & THEATRE $270.00
498010 03/09/2023 109843 T-MOBILE USA INC $3,887.99
498080 03/20/2023 143352 CTBOOK HOLDINGS LLC $1,344.60
498084 03/20/2023 143369 CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY CO INC $30,967.91
498085 03/20/2023 133589 CDW GOVERNMENT, INC. $290.40
498086 03/20/2023 143973 CHRYSLER CAPITAL $499.00
498090 03/20/2023 139202 CINTAS CORPORATION $1,214.60
498091 03/20/2023 108436 COX COMMUNICATIONS INC $33.82
498092 03/20/2023 108436 COX COMMUNICATIONS INC $600.00
498093 03/20/2023 108436 COX COMMUNICATIONS INC $422.24
498094 03/20/2023 143691 FOLLETT CONTENT SOLUTIONS LLC $1,053.40
498096 03/20/2023 133397 HY-VEE INC $56.37
498097 03/20/2023 133397 HY-VEE INC $814.45
498098 03/20/2023 133397 HY-VEE INC $589.90
498099 03/20/2023 132878 HY-VEE INC $318.39
498100 03/20/2023 049850 HY-VEE INC $265.64
498103 03/20/2023 143609 JACKSON SERVICES INC $2,562.44
498104 03/20/2023 100058 LINCOLN EAST HIGH SCHOOL $132.00
498105 03/20/2023 142160 NEBRASKA SPEECH & DEBATE ASSN $550.00
498106 03/20/2023 131412 NE DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES $40.00
498107 03/20/2023 143781 OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT $100.00
498111 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $301.00
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Millard Public Schools Check Register Prepared for the Board Meeting for Mar 20, 2023
Fund Check Number Check Date Vendor Number Vendor Name Transaction Amount
01 498112 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $200.00
498113 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $101.00
498114 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $200.00
498115 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $101.00
498116 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $101.00
498117 03/20/2023 139797 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $150.00
498118 03/20/2023 143347 VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC $325.85
498119 03/20/2023 135863 RUDOLPH A VLCEK III $78.75
498120 03/20/2023 141432 WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL LEASNG INC $3,425.00
498121 03/20/2023 144173 WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS $350.00
01 - Total $167,675.37
02 27157 03/20/2023 143574 ERIC AMADOR $174.00
27158 03/20/2023 130674 BEADLE MIDDLE SCHOOL $222.86
27159 03/20/2023 143577 TWILA L BOYSEN $76.13
27160 03/20/2023 135036 BRYAN ELEMENTARY $60.68
27161 03/20/2023 144144 AMY L BUTTS $56.99
27162 03/20/2023 143654 JEREDITH BRANDS LLC $10,950.00
27163 03/20/2023 133178 COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY $61.11
27164 03/20/2023 143575 AARON J GARRETT $54.38
27165 03/20/2023 010670 GOODWIN TUCKER GROUP $1,815.10
27166 03/20/2023 135041 HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY $67.64
27167 03/20/2023 131694 HOLLING HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY $102.66
27168 03/20/2023 134284 KIEWIT MIDDLE SCHOOL $149.34
27169 03/20/2023 131437 GRACE C KUBIK $59.61
27170 03/20/2023 106392 MARKING REFRIGERATION INC $3,162.00
27171 03/20/2023 065438 MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL $1,563.21
27172 03/20/2023 065410 MILLARD PUB SCHL ADMIN ACTIVITY FND $210.66
27173 03/20/2023 065440 MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL $775.94
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Millard Public Schools Check Register Prepared for the Board Meeting for Mar 20, 2023
Fund Check Number Check Date Vendor Number Vendor Name Transaction Amount
02 27174 03/20/2023 135042 MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY $79.96
27175 03/20/2023 133370 MORTON ELEMENTARY $42.08
27176 03/20/2023 130091 NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL $87.07
27177 03/20/2023 143269 PATRIOT CRANE & RIGGING LLC $737.50
27178 03/20/2023 143975 RYLEE M SCHROEDER $87.00
27179 03/20/2023 143576 JOHN C SHUKIS $87.00
27180 03/20/2023 135048 WHEELER ELEMENTARY $29.22
02 - Total $20,712.14
07 498110 03/20/2023 140085 SAMPSON CONSTRUCTION CO INC $62,292.00
07 - Total $62,292.00
11 497994 03/02/2023 144035 JUDITH B YOUNG $350.00
498008 03/09/2023 144143 JOHN C SIEVERS $133.43
498100 03/20/2023 049850 HY-VEE INC $20.70
498109 03/20/2023 143701 WASTE CONNECTIONS OF NEBRASKA INC $90.41
11 - Total $594.54
50 498095 03/20/2023 139640 LINDA GAIL MCINNIS $11,181.71
498108 03/20/2023 136739 JAMES W KUPER $1,324.80
50 - Total $12,506.51
99 498108 03/20/2023 136739 JAMES W KUPER ($51.20)
99 - Total ($51.20)
Overall - Total $263,729.36
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Committee Meeting Minutes
March 13, 2023
The members of the Board of Education met as a Committee of the Whole on Monday, February 13, 2023 at the Don Stroh
Administration Center, 5606 South 147th Street.
Board Vice President, Linda Poole called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Mrs. Poole announced that the open meeting laws
are posted and available for public inspection and it is now the proper time for public questions and comments on agenda
items only. There were no requests to speak.
Board members present were: Amanda McGill Johnson, Linda Poole, Mike Kennedy, Mike Pate, Stacy Jolley, and Lisa
Schoenberger.
Developing & Retaining Staff Through Induction & Leadership Development
Director of Professional Learning Dr. Todd Tripple and Assistant Superintendent for Leadership, Planning & Evaluation
Dr. Kim Saum-Mills provided the board with a report on developing and retaining staff through induction and leadership
development. Dr. Saum-Mills shared that two of our belief statements in Millard 1) Excellence is worth the investment and 2)
Our greatest resource are people. Dr. Saum-Mills said as the board knows from participating in Strategic Planning, Action
Plan 2.1 is to Attract, retain, and develop high quality staff by maximizing systems and processes. Now more than ever
before we are being intentional and planful on how to attract, retain and develop our staff.
Dr. Tripple shared that new teachers participate in a three year induction program as well as mentoring and induction
coaching. Dr. Tripple provided an overview of the topic covered in each year of the induction program.
Dr. Saum-Mills shared that new admin interns and deans participate in a full day induction. During this time the focus is
transitioning to their new leadership role. She shared that Andy DeFreece and the curriculum team meet with the elementary
admin interns regularly throughout the year to help with their successful acclimation to their new roles.
Dr. Saum-Mills said that new administrators take part in a two year induction program. Year one focus is on surviving and
thriving in their new role with a big focus on building relationships. Year two focus is on instructional leadership.
Dr. Saum-Mills shared other forms of leadership development vehicles that are used by the district including Leadership
Academy, Principal Institute, and the monthly professional development that is provided to administrators.
MPS Enrollment
Superintendent Dr. John Schwartz said that the enrollment data shared during the Strategic Planning process lead to the
development of Strategy Two. It was identified that stabilizing our enrollment is a critical issue for our district. Dr. Schwartz
shared the key questions covered in the presentation:
● Why does student enrollment matter for the long-term financial stability of Millard Public Schools?
● What are the trends surrounding MPS enrollment that are important to know for long-term planning?
● What is the current reality for option enrollment in Millard Public Schools?
● What is the relative importance of option enrollment for Millard Public Schools now and in the future?
Dr. Schwartz shared the enrollment history PK-12 over the last 20 years. He also shared the grade level cohort numbers for
2022-23 student enrollment. Dr. Schwartz said that our enrollment has plateaued. Our district is built out with very little
residential space available to expand. Dr. Schwartz shared that the typical growth pattern of a neighborhood is that there are
fewer children as the neighborhood ages. This is not unique to Millard but is a nationwide trend. Dr. Schwartz said that our
kindergarten cohort numbers are lower than expected. Dr. Schwartz said that we are seeing a drop in birth rates across the
country as well as in Douglas County. Dr. Schwartz said the senior cohort numbers are always larger since this number
includes students in the Young Adult program or 5th or 6th year seniors.
Dr. Schwartz shared the enrollment capacity at each level and an estimate of the percentage needed to operate at an optimal
and functional capacity. We have the most room at the elementary schools. Dr. Schwartz said that stabilizing enrollment
drives basic school funding within the state aid formula. Dr. Schwartz said that option enrollment helps to maintain financial
stability and becomes a strategy that we need to think about.
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AGENDA ITEM: Administrator Recommended for Hire
MEETING DATE: March 14, 2023
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
TITLE & DESCRIPTION:
ACTION DESIRED:
BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDATION
Assistant
Principal at Central Middle School
Approval
The position was advertised on Millard’s job posting website, Career Link
(Regionally and Nationally) and the NCSA website. Eleven internal and seventeen
external applications were received. The applications were reviewed by Dr. Kevin
Chick, Dr. John Schwartz and Dr. Michelle Klug. Two internal and two external
candidates were interviewed for the position. The interview team included Dr. Kevin
Chick, Dr. Michelle Klug, Dr. Kim Saum-Mills, Dr. Tony Weers, Brent Snow, Sean
Carlson, Dr. Heather Daubert, Dr. Todd Tripple, Dr. Ted Esser, Mitch Mollring, Brett
Metzger, Jill Anderson, Eric Benzel, Ben Harger, Mary Kok-Devries, Bob Monaco,
and Rene Vairo.
The Superintendent’s recommendation is approval of Trevor Wenger for Assistant
Principal at Central Middle School. Previous Experience Includes; Dean of Students,
Central Middle School (2021-Present); Teacher, Russell Middle School (2011-2021)
EDUCATION: BA – Grace University, Omaha - Elementary/Middle School Education (2011)
MA – University of Nebraska, Omaha - Educational Leadership and Supervision (2016)
OPTIONS & ALTERNATIVES: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: Approval
PERSON RECOMMENDING: Dr. Kevin Chick, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources
SUPERINTENDENT APPROVAL:
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Approval of Rule 4165.2: Human Resources – Certificated Staff – Contract
Cancellation, Amendment, Renewal, Non-Renewal
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Changing the date certificated staff could be let of out of their contract for the
following year from May 1 to April 15.
Action Desired:
Approval
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
N/A
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kevin Chick, Assoc. Superintendent of Human Resources
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Human Resources
Certificated Staff
Contract Cancellation, Amendment, Renewal, Non-renewal 4165.2
Employment contracts between the District and administrators or teachers shall be deemed renewed from year to year
and shall be amended, canceled, not renewed or terminated as specified below. Contracts of any certificated employee,
including probationary teachers, permanent (tenured) teachers, and administrators, may be canceled or amended
during the school year by agreement between the certificated employee, Superintendent or designee and approved by
a majority of the members of the Board.
I. Renewal of Employment Contracts
A. Each certificated staff member shall be notified of an offer for renewal of his or her contract on or before
April 15 of each year as provided by law. Upon receipt of such notice, each certificated staff member
shall notify the District Human Resources Office, in writing, or electronic acknowledgement, of the
acceptance of the offer to continue the contract of employment for the ensuing school year. Failure to
provide written acceptance of the offer of continued employment on or before the date designated in the
notice shall be considered as a rejection of the offer of continued employment for the ensuing school
year and shall operate as an irrevocable resignation.
B. Release from an employment contract for the ensuing school year requested after May 1 April 15 shall
not be approved due to the adverse effect upon students and the educational process.
II. Cancellation or Amendment of Contracts during the School Year
A. Contracts of any certificated employee, including probationary teachers, permanent (tenured) teachers,
and administrators, may be canceled or amended by a majority of the members of the Board during the
school year for any of the reasons provided by law which include:
1. Revocation or suspension of a certificate by the State Board of Education of any employee
whose duties require a certificate.
2. Breach of a material provision of the teacher’s or administrator’s contract.
3. For any reasons set forth in the employment contract.
4. Incompetency, neglect of duty, unprofessional conduct, insubordination, immorality or physical
or mental incapacity.
B. The following procedure shall be followed when it is determined that it is appropriate to consider
cancellation of the employment contract during the school year:
1. Written notice shall be given to the employee that the contract may be canceled and grounds for
the cancellation.
2. Within seven (7) calendar days of receipt of the notice, the certificated employee may make a
written request in writing for a hearing to the secretary of the Board, Superintendent or
Superintendent’s designee.
3. Prior to any requested hearing under this Rule, the notice of possible cancellation or amendment
and the reasons therefor are deemed a confidential employment matter subject to Nebraska law
and shall not be disclosed to the public or news media.
4. During the pendency of a decision, a certificated employee may be suspended from duty with
pay.
5. A formal due process hearing as set forth in Section IV(C) of this Rule.
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III. Probationary Certificated Employees, Probationary Period, Contract Amendment or Non-renewal
A. During the first three years of full-time employment with the District or the part-time equivalent, a
certificated employee shall be considered a probationary employee. His/her contract shall be deemed
renewed and remain in full force and effect unless amended or not renewed as provided by law. The
Board may determine to amend or not renew the contract for any reason it deems sufficient as provided
by law, but such non-renewal shall not be for constitutionally or statutory impermissible reasons. If the
Board, Superintendent or Superintendent's designee determines it is appropriate to consider the
amendment or non-renewal of a probationary certificated employee's contract for the ensuing school
year, the following procedure shall be followed:
1. Written notice shall be given to the employee on or before April 15 that the school Board will
consider amendment or non-renewal of the employee’s contract for the ensuing school year.
2. Upon request, the reasons for the proposed amendment or the non-renewal shall be provided in
writing.
3. Within seven (7) calendar days after receipt of the written notice, the probationary employee
may make a written request for a hearing to the secretary of the Board, Superintendent or
Superintendent’s designee.
4. Prior to any requested hearing under this Rule, the notice of possible amendment or non-
renewal and any reasons therefor shall be considered a confidential employment matter as
provided in Nebraska law and shall not be disclosed to the public or news media.
5. An informal hearing as set forth in Section III (B) of this Rule shall be held before the Board
within thirty (30) days of the date of the request thereof unless otherwise agreed to by the parties
in writing.
6. If a hearing is not requested, the Board shall make a final determination. At any time prior to a
hearing or final determination, the probationary employee may submit a letter of resignation
which shall be accepted by the Board.
7. Unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties, final action by the Board must be taken on or before
May 15.
B. The procedure for an informal hearing is as follows:
1. Notice, in writing, of the date, time and place of hearing shall be given five (5) days prior to the
date of the hearing.
2. The probationary employee, Superintendent, or his or her representative, shall have an
opportunity to discuss and explain his or her position regarding continued employment, to
present information, and to ask questions of those appearing on behalf of the District.
3. The hearing shall be held in closed session, if requested by the probationary employee and upon
affirmative vote by a majority of the Board members present and voting
4. The formal action of the Board to amend or non-renew shall be taken in open session. Formal
action shall be taken by a roll call vote.
IV. Permanent Certificated Employees, Contract Amendment or Termination
A. A certificated employee who has completed the probationary period is a permanent certificated
employee. His/her contract shall be deemed continuing and shall be renewed and remain in full force
and effect unless amended or terminated as provided by law. The contract of a permanent certificated
employee shall be amended or terminated for any of the following reasons by majority vote of the Board:
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1. Just cause as defined by law.
2. Reduction in force as provided by law or change of leave of absence policies.
3. Failure upon written request of the District by the employee to accept employment for the ensuing
school year within the time designated in the request, but not prior to March 15 of each year.
4. Revocation, cancellation, suspension or termination of a certificate by the State Board of
Education for an employee whose duties require a certificate.
B. The procedure to be followed when it is determined that it is appropriate to consider the amendment
or termination of the contract, is as follows:
1. Written notification that the contract may be amended or terminated, shall be provided on or
before April 15.
2. A hearing may be requested in writing to the secretary of the Board, Superintendent or
Superintendent's designee within seven (7) calendar days of receipt of written notice.
3. A formal hearing as set forth in Section IV (C) of this Rule shall be held before the Board within
thirty (30) days of the date of the request thereof unless otherwise agreed to by the parties in
writing.
4. If no request is made, a final determination may be made by the Board.
5. The employee shall be advised at least five (5) days prior to the date of the hearing of the date,
time and place, all of which shall be in writing.
6. The parties may extend the time for hearings or final determination by mutual agreement in
writing.
7. Final action by the Board must be taken on or before May 15, unless such time is extended by
mutual agreement in writing.
8. If a hearing is requested, it shall be a formal due process hearing as set forth in Section IV (C) of
this rule.
C. The procedure for a formal due process hearing is as follows:
1. At least five (5) days prior to the hearing the employee shall be notified in writing of the basis
for the proposed termination or amendment of the employee's contract.
2. Upon request, the employee shall be notified at least five (5) days prior to the hearing of witnesses
to be called to testify against the employee.
3. Upon request, the employee shall have the opportunity at least five (5) days prior to the hearing
to examine any documents that will be presented at the hearing.
4. The employee has the right to be represented.
5. The employee shall have an opportunity to cross-examine all witnesses and to examine all
documents.
6. The employee shall have an opportunity to present evidence material to the issues.
7. Upon request of the employee or his or her representative and the affirmative vote of a majority
of the Board members, the hearing shall be conducted in a closed session. Formal action of the
Board shall be taken in open session.
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8. The decision to amend, cancel or non-renew of the Board shall be by roll call vote of a majority
of members at the meeting based solely upon the evidence produced at the hearing. The majority
shall reduce its findings and determinations to writing and provide a written copy to the employee.
9. After the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, except in the case of a reduction in force,
and just cause has been shown, sanctions other than termination or amendment may be imposed
by the Board as agreed upon by the parties.
10. The Board shall have the power to subpoena and compel the attendance of witnesses for purposes
of testifying at the hearing and for the taking of depositions and to issue subpoenas for the
production of documents.
Related Policies & Rules: 4165
Legal reference: Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 84-1410, 79-817 through 79-849, 79-539, 79-8, 109
Rule Approved: Millard Public Schools
Revised: August 23, 1982; August 3, 1992; November 15, 1999; June 4, 2007, Omaha, Nebraska
October 7, 2013; September 16, 2019; June 6, 2022; March 20, 2023
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Approval of Rule 4510.7 – Human Resources – Perpetually Infectious Diseases
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Review and update to Rule based on regulatory changes and current District practices.
This Rule has been reviewed by the District’s legal counsel.
Action Desired:
Approval of Rule 4510.07 – Human Resources – Perpetually Infectious Diseases
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
N/A
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kevin Chick, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources
Jake Curtiss, Director of Employee Relations
Superintendent’s Signature:
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Human Resources
Perpetually Infectious Diseases 4510.7
I. It is the policy of the District that there shall be no discrimination against an employee because of disability. This
policy shall apply to a disability which may arise from a perpetually infectious disease; provided, however, that
due consideration must be given to the specific facts of each case and the possibility of harm to others.
II. In all instances where an employee has a perpetually infectious disease, the employee's condition and identity
will remain confidential unless the employee has consented to the release of such information.
III. The provisions of Rule 4510.1 shall apply to eligible employees, as defined therein, with a perpetually infectious
disease. In addition to the conditions set forth therein for use of sick leave days, such may also be used by persons
with a perpetually infectious disease, if warranted to avoid opportunistic infections.
IV. "Perpetually infectious diseases" are those diseases which are carried throughout life by the infected person and
have the potential to be transmitted to other individuals. Examples and include, but are not limited to: those
identified in Neb. Rev. Stat. §71-507. AIDS, ARC, CMV (as defined below), Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, and Herpes.
A. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) - infected with human T - lumphotropic virus type
III/lumphadenophy associated virus (HTLV- III/LAV). Persons infected with this virus are unable to fight
off a variety of infections and rare illnesses. Symptoms include repeated infections that result in persistent
diarrhea, swollen glands, fatigue, fevers or persistent cough which the body is unable to fight off, eventually
resulting in a life-threatening illness such as pneumonia or uncommon skin cancer. The disease is transmitted
through blood to blood contact or intimate sexual contact.
B. AIDS Related Complex (ARC) - a medical condition in which the body has repeated infections and is unable
to protect itself from certain tumors and/or infections. Symptoms similar to AIDS are present but there has
been no life-threatening illness. This condition may progress to AIDS although the symptoms may be the
result of other diseases. The disease is transmitted through blood to blood contact or intimate sexual contact.
C. Ctyomegalovirus (CMV) - common virus which is harmless to most persons. At greatest risk are fetuses and
persons receiving medications which suppress their natural immunity to infections. It is transmitted by close
person to person contact, body secretions and blood.
V. The following procedures shall be followed with respect to an employee who is suspected of having or has a
perpetually infectious disease.
A. Any employee who has or suspects that he/she has a perpetually infectious disease shall advise the
Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee. Such information shall be treated as confidential and will not
be divulged to other persons or sources except to the extent necessary to take precautions to protect others
from the disease.
B. The Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee may require an employee to provide current medical
information or to submit to a medical evaluation if he has a reasonable suspicion that an employee has a
perpetually infectious disease.
C. If an employee has been diagnosed with a perpetually infectious disease, determination of whether the
employee should be permitted to continue to be employed in his/her capacity will be made by a review of
each individual case by a team (hereinafter "Team") established by the Superintendent or Superintendent’s
designee. The Team shall meet within seven (7) working days of the diagnosis and make a determination
within ten (10) working days of the Team meeting.
D. The Team will consider the following factors in arriving at its recommendation as to the propriety of the
employee's continued employment in his/her current capacity:
1. The employee's work place and interaction with other persons;
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2. The physical condition of the employee;
3. Whether the employee's condition substantially interferes with his/her ability to perform essential job
functions with reasonable accommodation; and
4. Whether the employee poses a substantial possibility of harm to others.
E. Upon diagnosis and prior to a decision by the Team, the Superintendent may remove the employee from the
work place if he determines that the employee's presence in the work place poses a health threat.
F. Based upon the information available to the Team, it may recommend:
1. Continued employment in his/her current capacity;
2. Reassignment;
3. Leave of absence;
4. Reduction in amount of employment;
5. Termination;
6. Such other reasonable accommodations as may permit the employee to perform essential job functions;
or
7. Any combination of the above.
G. Based upon the Team's recommendation, the Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee shall take
appropriate action. If the employee's employment status will be affected appropriate due process procedures
as required by law shall be followed.
Legal References: 29 U.S.C. 794, Neb. Rev. Stat. §48-1101, §71-507
Related Policies & Rules: 4100, 4510, 4510.1, 4510.6
Rule Approved: September 6, 1988 Millard Public Schools
Rule Revised: September 7, 1993; March 17, 2003; February 21, 2011; March 20, 2023 Omaha, Nebraska
Reaffirmed: November 6, 2017
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Rule 7100.4 Technology: Account Lifecycle Management
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Technology Division is Updating Policy and Rules
Action Desired:
Adoption
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kent Kingston
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Technology
Account Lifecycle Management 7100.4
Millard Public Schools automates staff and student account creation, modification, and deactivation using an Identity
Management System (IDM). The Superintendent or designee will create procedures for lifecycle management of staff
and student accounts.
Related Policies & Rules: Policy 7100
Rule Adopted: March 20, 2023
Millard Public Schools
Omaha, Nebraska
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Policy 7500 Technology: Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and
Telephone Systems: Acceptable Use
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Technology Division is Updating Policy and Rules
Action Desired:
Approval
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kent Kingston
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Technology 7500
Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems: Acceptable Use
Telephone communication, in its various forms, is an essential part of the day-to-day operations
of the Millard Public Schools. Telephone communications are utilized by District employees to
effectively and efficiently conduct District business. The Superintendent or designee shall
establish guidelines for the utilization of telephone communications and associated systems
within the District.
Related Policies & Rules: 7500.1 & 7500.2
Policy Adopted: March 21, 2005
Revised: February 4, 2013, February 1, 2016
Reaffirmed: February 20, 2023
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Rule 7500.1 Technology: Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and Telephone
Systems
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Technology Division is Updating Policy and Rules
Action Desired:
Approval
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kent Kingston
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Technology 7500.1
Cellular Telephone, Telephone Equipment, and Telephone Systems
Telephone communications includes, but is not limited to, analog, digital, Voice over Internet
Protocol (VoIP) telephones, cellular telephones, faxes, pagers, voicemail, text messaging, and
associated services. Telephone communications shall be cost effective, compliant with all
applicable state and federal laws, and used for the business of the District. All District
employees must comply with the following guidelines.
I. District-Owned Telecommunications Equipment and Systems.
A. The District shall provide District-owned cellular telephones to employees
designated by the Superintendent. Such cellular phones shall be used only for
District business. The personal use of such District-owned cellular phones is
prohibited, except for very limited use permitted by this Rule and by Nebraska
statutes. A violation of the District’s policy against personal use may be grounds
for employee discipline and/or criminal sanctions as provided by Nebraska
statutes.
B. All telephones, cellular telephones, associated telephone and cellular equipment,
faxes, pagers, voicemail, text messaging, and associated systems, and any
messages contained with or generated by District-owned cellular telephones,
telephone equipment and systems are the property of the District.
C. All communications and records associated with the use of District-owned
cellular telephones, telephone equipment or telephone systems may be public
records and subject to public disclosure. Such communications and records are
also subject to review and audit by the District. There is no individual right to
privacy in the use of any District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment
or telephone systems and any such use may be monitored as provided by this Rule
D. All District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment and telephone
systems are provided to assist employees in the performance of the duties and
responsibilities during their employment with the District. Telephone
communications should be limited in number and duration to those necessary to
effectively conduct the business of the District.
E. Employees may request the use of a District-owned cellular telephone or similar
telecommunication device. Requests must be initially approved by the
employee’s supervisor and the budget manager responsible for said expenditure.
Completed requests are submitted to the Superintendent or designee for final
review, approval and processing.
II. Cellular TelephonesSmartphones, Superintendent, Administrators, & Other Designated
Staff
A. The Superintendent, all administrators, and any other employees as may be
designated by the Superintendent which, in the Superintendent’s judgment, are
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required to be readily available to conduct District business, may, in lieu of using
a District-owned cellular phone, elect to purchase a cellular smartphone device,
provided that such cellular -smartphone device is capable of receiving both voice
and data service, and further, has a service plan that includes both voice and data
service, and is capable of meeting the technology (e.g., email) and security (e.g.,
MFA) requirements of the District.
Those employees who elect to purchase a personal cellular smartphone device in
lieu of receiving a District-owned cellular phone, shall purchase a cellular phone
that is capable of receiving both voice and data service. The District may be shall
provided those employees a monthly stipend. of $80.00 for monthly service plan
charges. Such cellular phones shall be the property of the employee and any
stipend shall be included as part of the employee’s compensation. No other
reimbursements above the stipend amount shall be allowed.
III. The Technology Division shall be responsible for acquisition, installation, maintenance,
and repair of all District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment and telephone
systems. The Technology Division shall also be responsible for the administration of all
of the District’s cellular telephones, telephones, and voicemail accounts.
IV. Department supervisors are responsible for overseeing the use and policy compliance of
District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment, and telephone systems.. The
Technology Division shall be notified by the Department Supervisors of any needed
additions, moves, or changes required to telephone communication services.
V. District-owned landline telephones shall have voicemail service for designated staff. All
voicemail boxes will be protected with a PIN (personal identification number). PINs
shall not be shared with others unless approved to do so by their department’s supervisor.
Voicemail is to be used as a backup in the event one is not available to answer a call.
Each user is expected to respond to voicemail messages in a timely manner. When away
from the office for an extended period of time the user should change their voicemail
greeting to reflect this fact and direct callers to alternate contacts if possible.
VI. Use of 411 directory assistance should be avoided since a fee is incurred with each use.
Print or online directories should be consulted first.
VII. Use of other pay-for-use telephone services (e.g. busy signal redial, last call return
activation - *69, etc.) should only be used to facilitate the safety and security of District
students and staff.
VIII. Unacceptable Use. Personal use of District-owned cellular telephones, telephone
equipment and telephone systems is prohibited, except for very limited personal use
permitted by this Rule and by Nebraska state statutes. District-owned cellular phones,
telephone equipment and telephone systems shall also not be used for the following
purposes:
IX.A. Transmitting communications and messages that are obscene, profane, or
offensive or transmitting any communications and messages while engaging in
any illegal activity.
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X.B. Transmitting communications and messages that violate the District’s anti-
harassment policy or transmitting communications and messages that create an
intimidating or hostile work environment;
XI.C. Any unauthorized use of a PIN or other password;
XII.D. Solicitation or proselytization for commercial, religious, political, personal
or any other reason not related to the conduct of the employee’s job duties;
XIII.E. Soliciting to buy or sell goods or services unrelated to the business of the
District;
XIV.F. Calling 1-900 and similar pay-for-service phone numbers.
XV.IX. Limited Personal Use. Personal use of District-owned cellular phones, telephone
equipment or telephone systems is permitted to contact a child at home, a teacher, a
doctor, a day care center, a baby-sitter, a family member, or any other person to inform
any such person of an unexpected schedule change or for other essential personal
business. Such personal use shall be kept to a minimum and shall not interfere with the
performance of District business. Employees shall reimburse the District for any
additional cost charged to the District as a result of any acceptable personal use. Any
other personal use of District-owned cellular phones, telephone equipment or telephone
systems is strictly prohibited
XVI.X. Monitoring. The District reserves the right to monitor, review and audit the use of all
District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment and telephone systems. The
monitoring of such equipment or systems may be done for any reasons. The District
further reserves the right to search District-owned cellular phones, telephone equipment
and telephone systems as part of any investigation into unauthorized use or as part of an
investigation into any unauthorized or illegal conduct.
XVII.XI. Supported Services and Repair. District-owned cellular telephones and telephone
equipment that is damaged, lost, or stolen must be reported immediately to the
Technology Division HelpDesk. If said equipment is damaged, lost, or stolen through
acts of negligence, the employee who was assigned such damaged, lost, or stolen cellular
phone or telephone equipment will be responsible for reimbursing the District for all
repair and/or replacements costs.
XVIII.XII. Compliance. Use of District-owned cellular telephones, telephone equipment and
telephone systems shall comply with all applicable policies and rules of the District, and
with all applicable state and federal statutes. The District will provide all users with
appropriate training for the use of such equipment.
Related Policy: 7500
Legal Reference: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 49-14, 101.01 (3)
Millard Public Schools
Omaha NE
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Policy Approved: March 21, 2005
Revision: November 1, 2010; April 18, 2011, February 1, 2016, March 20, 2023
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Rule 7500.2 Technology: Student Personal Digital Devices- Acceptable Use
Meeting Date:
March 20, 2023
Background/
Description:
Technology Division is Updating Policy and Rules
Action Desired:
Approval
Policy /
Strategic Plan
Reference:
Responsible
Person(s):
Dr. Kent Kingston
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Technology
Student Personal Digital Devices- Acceptable Use 7500.2
Each student in middle or high school will be provided a District issued digital device (e.g. laptop, Chromebook,
iPad) to be used inside and outside of school to facilitate learning.
Unless directed by the teacher to support a learning objective, personal digital devices (e.g. cell phones, personal
laptops) are not permitted during class time.
The building principal, working in conjunction with building leadership, will develop cell phone or personal digital
device expectations for their building and include them in the student handbook. The expectations will include:
1. The use of the device(s) during non-instructional times
2. Specific locations in the building where the device(s) may be used.
3. Consistent plan for storage of the device during instructional times
4. Annual review of expectations with students and staff members.
Classroom teachers will develop rules consistent with the building expectations and communicate the rules with
students.
The building principal will develop a communication plan for cell phone use and disseminate that information to
parents, students, and teachers.
Policy Adopted: February 3, 2020
Policy Revised: March 20, 2023 Millard Public Schools
Omaha, NE
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item: Recognize Service Employees International Union Local 226 for the 2023-24
Custodial / Maintenance / Grounds Contract and Appoint the District’s
Bargaining Team
Meeting Date: March 20, 2023
Background/
Description: Under Nebraska law, either party (the District or the Union) may request the
commencement of collective bargaining. A copy of the letter from Service
Employees International Union Local 226 requesting the commencement of
bargaining for the FYE24 contract is attached.
Action Desired: It is recommended that the District recognize Service Employees International
Union Local 226 as the collective bargaining agent for custodial, maintenance,
and grounds employees in the District for the 2023-24 contract and appoint the
District’s bargaining team as Chad Meisgeier, Kevin Chick, Mitch Mollring, and
Jake Curtiss, with Chad Meisgeier as lead negotiator.
Policy /
Strategic Plan n/a
Reference:
Responsible Person(s): Chad Meisgeier, Chief Financial Officer & Kevin Chick, Associate
Superintendent of Human Resources
Superintendent’s Signature:
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item: Approval of Contract for Central Middle School Rooftop Unit Replacement
Meeting Date: March 20, 2023
Background/
Description: This is a summer project funded with the proceeds from the 2020 bond issue.
Copies of the engineer’s letter and the bid tab are attached. A representative from
Morrissey Engineering will be present to answer any questions.
Action Desired: It is recommended that the contract for the Central Middle School Rooftop Unit
Replacement be awarded to Fluid Mechanical, LLC in the amount of $326,000
and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute any and all
documents related to such project.
Policy /
Strategic Plan n/a
Reference:
Responsible Person(s): Chad Meisgeier, Chief Financial Officer
Superintendent’s Signature:
38
4940 North 118th Street
Omaha, NE 68164
P: 402.491.4144
www.morrisseyengineering.com
March 7, 2023
Millard Public Schools
13906 F Street
Omaha, NE 68137
Attn: John Brennan
Project #22409: Central Middle School RTU-2 Replacement
RE: Bid Proposals dated March 2, 2023
John:
Bids were received for the Central Middle School RTU-2 Replacement Project at MPS Support Services
Center on March 2, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The project includes the replacement of gas-fired DX VAV rooftop
unit and remote condensing unit. The MPS initial estimate for the project was $375,000.
Per the attached bid tab, seven bids were received. The low base bid was submitted by Fluid
Mechanical, LLC in the amount of $326,000.
Fluid Mechanical has satisfactorily completed several projects with Morrissey Engineering in the past
including the Millard West High School Chiller Replacement project in 2021. Our estimate for the project
construction cost was $375,000 (three-hundred, seventy-five thousand dollars). Therefore, we are
recommending accepting the base bid from Fluid Mechanical, LLC in the amount of $326,000 (three-
hundred twenty-six thousand dollars).
Fluid Mechanical, LLC indicated on their Bid Proposal they would complete the project by July 31
st
, 2024
per the specifications.
Please advise if you require any additional information.
Sincerely,
Nick Limpach, PE
Enclosure
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PROJECT: MPS CMS RTU-2 Replacement
BID DATE: 3/2/2023
BID TIME: 10:00 AM
MEI PROJECT NO.: 22409
BIDDER Base Bid
Addendum #1 Addendum #2 Addendum #3 Bid Bond
Comments
B&K Mechanical Contractors
(Grunwald)
$351,849 YES YES YES YES
Fluid Mechanical $326,000 YES YES YES YES
Sol Lewis Eng. Co. $370,000 YES YES YES YES
Mechanical Systems, Inc $404,000 YES YES YES YES
Prairie Mechanical Co. $369,339
YES YES YES YES
MMC Mechanical Contractors, Inc $354,754
YES YES YES YES
Ray Martin $394,000
YES YES YES YES
Bids to replace the Rooftop unit 2 at CMS as described in construction documents dated 02/03/23, addendum 1 dated 02/16/23, addendum 2 dated 02/21/23, and addendum 3 dated 02/24/23.
BID TABULATION
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item: Approval of Contract for Millard South High School Furniture Replacement
Meeting Date: March 20, 2023
Background/
Description: This is a summer project funded with the proceeds from the 2020 bond issue.
Copies of the project manager’s memorandum and the bid tab are attached.
Action Desired: It is recommended that the contract for the Millard South High School Furniture
Replacement be awarded to Sheppard’s Business Interiors, Meteor Education, and
Virco on a per line item basis as set forth in the attached bid tab in the aggregate
amount of $ 389,624.10 and that the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to
execute any and all documents related to such project.
Policy /
Strategic Plan n/a
Reference:
Responsible Person(s): Chad Meisgeier, Chief Financial Officer
Superintendent’s Signature:
41
Memo
To: Chad Meisgeier
From: Steve Mainelli
CC: John Brennan
Date: 3/14/2023
Re:
South High Phase One Furniture Replacement
Chad:
Bids were received on March 7, 2022 for the South High School Phase One Furniture
Replacement project. Per the attached bid tab, seven bids were received. The total estimated
budget for this project is $360,971.
Bidders were asked to submit their bids on a line item basis. Please note that some of the
bids were based on products not included in the project specifications, and in one case the
bidder is proposing a project installation timeline outside of the project specifications.
The sum total of the recommended low acceptable bids for each individual line item is
$389,624.10 and would result in the project being divided among three vendors.
Based on these bid results, we recommend the project be awarded to the following three
vendors:
SBI in the amount of $207,974
Meteor in the amount of $54,754.84
Virco in the amount of $126,895.26
MPS
Support Services
Center
42
SOUTH HIGH FURNITURE REPLACEMENT PHASE 1 - BID TABULATION 3/7/2023
BID ITEM #1 - TEACHER DESK
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft TDB3060SP 54 1,121.79$ 60,576.66$ 43 34.78$ 1,495.54$ 62,072.20$
SBI
Scholar Craft TDB3060SP
54
1,071.00$ 57,834.00$
43
29.00$ 1,247.00$ 59,081.00$
Virco
54
-$ -$
43
-$ -$ No Bid
School Specialty
Classroom Select No 54 1,075.63$ 58,084.02$ 43 35.00$ 1,505.00$ 59,589.02$
OID 54 -$ -$ 43 -$ No B
id
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 54 334.00$ 18,036.00$
43 1.00$ 6.00$ 18,042.00$
Midwest Storage
54
-$
43
26.50$ 1,139.50$ No Bid
ESTIMATE
54
983.11$ 53,087.94$
43
64.69$ 2,781.67$ 55,869.61$
BID ITEM #1A - TEACHER DESK- Office
VENDOR
MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft TD3060SP
2
1,083.11$ 2,166.22$
0
-$ -$ 2,166.22$
SBI
Scholar Craft TD3060SP 2 1,040.00$ 2,080.00$ 0 -$ -$ 2,080.00$
Virco 2 -$ -$ 0 -$ -$ No Bid
School Specialty AIS No 2 975.94$ 1,951.88$
0 -$ -$ 1,951.88$
OID
2
-$
0
-$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products
Albatros No
2
158.00$ 316.00$
0
-$ -$ 316.00$
Midwest Storage
2 -$ 0 -$ No Bid
ESTIMATE
2 983.11$ 1,966.22$
0 -$ -$ 1,966.22$
BID ITEM #2 - MOBILE LECTERN
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor Scholar Craft TDCRLECTERN 38 765.91$ 29,104.58$
0 -$ -$ 29,104.58$
SBI Scholar Craft TDCRLECTERN 38 727.00$ 27,626.00$
0 -$ -$ 27,626.00$
Virco
38
-$ -$
0
-$ -$ No Bid
School Specialty
Classroom Select No
38
385.85$ 14,662.30$
0
-$ -$ 14,662.30$
OID 38 -$ 0 -$ -$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 38 158.00$ 6,004.00$ 0 -$ -$ 6,004.00$
Midwest Storage
38 -$ 0 -$ -$ No Bid
ESTIMATE 38
658.17$ 25,010.46$
0
-$ -$ 25,010.46$
BID ITEM #3 -TEACHER CHAIR
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor Scholr Craft SC310XL-P 101 230.16$ 23,246.16$ 88 6.76$ 594.88$ 23,841.04$
SBI Scholr Craft SC310XL-P 101 232.00$ 23,432.00$ 88 14.00$ 1,232.00$ 24,664.00$
Virco
Virco SGTask 18P
101
316.11$ 31,927.11$
88
-$ -$ 31,927.11$
School Specialty
Classroom Select No
101
142.34$ 14,376.34$
88
12.00$ 1,056.00$ 15,432.34$
OID 101 -$ 88 -$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 101 72.00$ 7,272.00$ 88 88.00$ 7,744.00$ 15,016.00$
43
Midwest Storage 101 -$ 88 5.50$ 484.00$ No Bid
ESTIMATE 101 183.26$ 18,509.26$ 88 26.54$ 2,335.52$
20,844.78$
BID ITEM #3A -TEACHER ACTIVITY CHAIR
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft CS3118CL-C
16
118.99$ 1,903.84$
12
6.76$ 81.12$ 1,984.96$
SBI
Scholar Craft CS3118XL-C 16 142.00$ 2,272.00$ 12 36.00$ 432.00$ 2,704.00$
Virco
Virco 16 169.71$ 2,715.36$
12 -$ -$ 2,715.36$
School Specialty Classroom Select No 16 121.30$ 1,940.80$
12 12.00$ 144.00$ 2,084.80$
OID 16
-$
12
-$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products
Albatros No
16
52.00$ 832.00$
12
12.00$ 144.00$ 976.00$
Midwest Storage
Hon HSS4L-18B 16 118.25$ 1,892.00$ 12 5.50$ 66.00$ 1,958.00$
ESTIMATE
16 138.93$ 2,222.88$ 12 36.67$ 440.04$ 2,662.92$
BID ITEM #4 -FILE CABINET - 2 DRAWER
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Global 28-202
38
455.49$ 17,308.62$
36
13.69$ 492.84$ 17,801.46$
SBI
Global 28-202 38 355.00$ 13,490.00$ 36 19.00$ 684.00$ 14,174.00$
Virco
Virco 38 618.76$ 23,512.88$ 36 -$ -$ 23,512.88$
School Specialty
Classroom Select No
38
177.68$ 6,751.84$
36
24.00$ 864.00$ 7,615.84$
OID
38
-$
36
-$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 38 120.00$ 4,560.00$ 36 36.00$ 1,296.00$ 5,856.00$
Midwest Storage Global 28-202 38 314.40$ 11,947.20$ 36 10.75$ 387.00$ 12,334.20$
ESTIMATE 38 329.63$ 12,525.94$
36 34.50$ 1,242.00$ 13,767.94$
BID ITEM #5 -STUDENT DESK
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft SC4550SP 143 196.50$ 28,099.50$ 29 14.00$ 406.00$ 28,505.50$
SBI Scholar Craft SC4550SP 143 224.00$ 32,032.00$ 29 18.00$ 522.00$ 32,554.00$
SBI Alumni D-SDRD-2026-PC-HP 143 141.00$ 20,163.00$
29 18.00$ 522.00$ 20,685.00$
Virco
Virco
143
218.61$ 31,261.23$
29
-$ -$ 31,261.23$
School Specialty
Classroom Select No
143
238.04$ 34,039.72$
29
35.00$ 1,015.00$ 35,054.72$
OID Alumni D-SDRD-2026-PC-HP 143 143.93$ 20,581.99$ 29 88.63$ 2,570.27$
23,152.26$
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 143 98.00$ 14,014.00$
29 29.00$ 841.00$ 14,855.00$
Midwest Storage
Alumni D-SDRD-2026-PC-HP 143 115.86$ 16,567.98$ 29 10.75$ 311.75$ 16,879.73$
ESTIMATE 143
201.55$ 28,821.65$
29
8.87$ 257.23$ 29,078.88$
BID ITEM #5A -COMBO DESK
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor 0 -$ -$ 571 14.00$ 7,994.00$
7,994.00$
44
SBI 0 -$ -$ 571 7.00$ 3,997.00$ 3,997.00$
Virco 0 -$ -$ 571 -$ -$ No B
id
School Specialty 0 -$ -$ 571 35.00$ 19,985.00$
19,985.00$
OID 0
-$
571
-$ No Bid
Quality Specialty Products
0
-$
571
-$ -$ No Bid
Midwest Storage
0 -$ 571 10.75$ 6,138.25$ 6,138.25$
ESTIMATE
0 -$ -$ 571 20.00$ 11,420.00$ 11,420.00$
BID ITEM #7 - STUDENT TABLE (24' x 60")
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft FS679RE2460-FX
307
502.72$ 154,335.04$
75
14.00$ 1,050.00$ 155,385.04$
SBI
Scholar Craft FS679RE2460-FX 307 508.00$ 155,956.00$ 75 51.00$ 3,825.00$
159,781.00$
SBI
Alumni T-HR-3060-PC-PHL1-PVC 307 352.00$ 108,064.00$ 75 51.00$ 3,825.00$ 111,889.00$
Virco
Virco
307
319.72$ 98,154.04$
75
-$ -$ 98,154.04$
School Specialty
Classroom Select 5003660
307
470.98$ 144,590.86$
75
24.00$ 1,800.00$ 146,390.86$
OID Alumi T-HR-3060-PC-PHL1-PVC 307 318.62$ 97,816.34$
75 73.57$ 5,517.75$ 103,334.09$
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 307 188.00$ 57,716.00$ 75 -$ -$ 57,716.00$
Midwest Storage Wisconson Bench LOB6071-FX 307 351.36$ 107,867.52$ 75 10.75$ 806.25$ 108,673.77$
ESTIMATE
307
250.00$ 76,750.00$
75
28.56$ 2,142.00$ 78,892.00$
BID ITEM #7A - STUDENT TABLE -Accessable
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor Scholar Craft FS679RE2460 27 561.21$ 15,152.67$ 0 -$ -$ 15,152.67$
SBI Scholar Craft FS679RE2460 27 578.00$ 15,606.00$
0 -$ -$ 15,606.00$
SBI
Alumni T-HR-3060-PC-PHL1-PVC
27
369.00$ 9,963.00$
0
-$ -$ 9,963.00$
Virco
Virco
27
329.56$ 8,898.12$
0
-$ -$ 8,898.12$
School Specialty Classroom Select 5003665 27 415.63$ 11,222.01$ 0 -$ -$ 11,222.01$
OID Alumni T-HR-3060-PC-PHL1-PV 27 316.97$ 8,558.19$ 0 -$ 8,558.19$
Quality Specialty Products
Albatros No 27 188.00$ 5,076.00$ 0 -$ -$ 5,076.00$
Midwest Storage
Wisconson Bench LOB6071-ADJ
27
361.11$ 9,749.97$
0
-$ 9,749.97$
ESTIMATE
27
250.00$ 6,750.00$
0
-$ -$ 6,750.00$
BID ITEM #8C - STUDENT CHAIR (18")
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft SC3418COCT 964 113.72$ 109,626.08$ 384 4.22$ 1,620.48$ 111,246.56$
SBI
Scholar Craft SC3418COCT
964
102.00$ 98,328.00$
384
7.00$ 2,688.00$ 101,016.00$
SBI
Alumni C-EXP-CANT18-CH-SC
964
98.00$ 94,472.00$
384
7.00$ 2,688.00$ 97,160.00$
Virco Virco 964 147.06$ 141,765.84$ 384 -$ -$ 141,765.84$
School Specialty Classroom Select SSL#1496367 964 113.63$ 109,539.32$ 384 12.00$ 4,608.00$ 114,147.32$
OID
Alumni C-EXP-CANT18-CH-SC
964
94.84$ 91,425.76$
384
45.12$ 17,326.08$ 108,751.84$
Quality Specialty Products
Albatros No
964
48.00$ 46,272.00$
384
1.00$ 384.00$ 46,656.00$
Midwest Storage Alumni C-EXP-CANT18-CH-SC 964 83.41$ 80,407.24$ 384 3.50$ 1,344.00$ 81,751.24$
ESTIMATE 964 95.54$ 92,100.56$ 384 11.77$ 4,519.68$ 96,620.24$
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BID ITEM #11 - HORSESHOE TABLE
VENDOR
MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft FS949HS6066-8600 1 423.34$ 423.34$ 0 -$ -$ 423.34$
SBI
Scholar Craft FS949HS6066-2140
1
428.00$ 428.00$
0
-$ -$ 428.00$
SBI
Alumni T-NINSP-HS6066-PC
1
479.00$ 479.00$
0
-$ -$ 479.00$
Virco
Virco 1 467.43$ 467.43$ 0 -$ -$ 467.43$
School Specialty
Classroom Select SSL 1334868 1 423.46$ 423.46$ 0 -$ -$ 423.46$
OID Alumni T-NINSP-HS6066-PC 1 791.73$ 791.73$ 0 -$ -$ 791.73$
Quality Specialty Products
Albatros No
1
190.00$ 190.00$
0
-$ -$ 190.00$
Midwest Storage
Wisconson Bench ACT6240-ALS
1
616.87$ 616.87$
0
-$ -$ 616.87$
ESTIMATE
1 408.95$ 408.95$ 0 -$ -$ 408.95$
BID ITEM #12B - UTILITY TABLE
VENDOR MANUFACTURER MODEL #
PRIOR
APP'D
NEW QTY
NEW UNIT
PRICE
NEW TOTAL
TRADE IN
QTY
TRADE UNIT
PRICE
TRADE IN TOTAL NET TOTAL COST
Meteor
Scholar Craft FS679RE3060
62
520.81$ 32,290.22$
71
14.00$ 994.00$ 33,284.22$
SBI
Scholar Craft FS679RE3060
62
509.00$ 31,558.00$
71
24.00$ 1,704.00$ 33,262.00$
SBI
Alumni T-HR-3060-PC-HPL1-PVC 62 337.00$ 20,894.00$ 71 24.00$ 1,704.00$
22,598.00$
Virco
Virco 683060 62 320.05$ 19,843.10$
71 -$ -$ 19,843.10$
School Specialty
Classroom Select 5003671
62
460.18$ 28,531.16$
71
17.00$ 1,207.00$ 29,738.16$
OID
Alumni T-HR-3060-PC-HPL1-PVC
62
318.11$ 19,722.82$
71
15.70$ 1,114.70$ 20,837.52$
Quality Specialty Products Albatros No 62 279.00$ 17,298.00$ 71 1.00$ 71.00$ 17,369.00$
Midwest Storage Wisconson Bench LOB6082-FX 62 390.04$ 24,182.48$ 71 10.75$ 763.25$ 24,945.73$
ESTIMATE 62 215.12$ 13,337.44$
71 61.15$ 4,341.65$ 17,679.09$
ESTIMATE 360,971.09$
Low Line Item Bids:
Virco 126,895.26$
-$
SBI 207,974.00$
-$
Meteor 54,754.84$
-$
Total 389,624.10$
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item: Approval of Retention Package for Employees
Meeting Date: March 20, 2023
Background/
Description: In order to increase employee retention during a time when there are staffing
shortages impacting the operation of our schools, the administration is
recommending a retention stipend for regular employees in the amount of $1,200.
The payments will be made in the current fiscal year (FYE23) in exchange for an
employee’s commitment to work the entire 2023-24 school year. The stipend will
be paid for out of unused budget authority for the FYE23 school year caused by
vacant positions throughout the school year.
Action Desired: It is recommended that the District’s administration be authorized to offer a
retention stipend to current employees under the following conditions:
(1) The retention stipend shall be $1,200, prorated for full time equivalency;
(2) The retention stipend will be split into two payments occurring on or about
May 5, 2023 and August 4, 2023.
(3) The retention stipend shall be offered to all regular employees employed on
May 30, 2023 (not temporary, seasonal, substitute, or extra duty only
employees) other than the Superintendent, Associate Superintendents,
Assistant Superintendent, and the Chief Financial Officer;
(4) The stipend will be conditioned on the employee’s agreement to work the
entire 2023-24 school year. Any employee agreeing to work the entire 2023-
24 school year, who resigns prior to the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year
will be required to repay the full retention stipend;
(5) The retention stipend will be offered to non-union and union employees, with
union employees’ stipends being conditioned upon agreement by their
collective bargaining agent; and
(6) The administration shall be tasked with setting procedures for implementation
of the retention stipend as described above.
Policy /
Strategic Plan n/a
Reference:
Responsible Person(s): Chad Meisgeier, Chief Financial Officer & Kevin Chick, Associate
Superintendent of Human Resources
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Superintendent’s Signature:
48
AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item:
Meeting Date:
Background
Description:
Action Desired:
Policy /
Strategic Plan Reference:
Responsible Person(s):
Human Resources
March 20, 2023
Personnel Items: (1) Recommendation to Hire, (2) Resignation Agenda,
(3) Leave Agenda
Approval
N/A
Dr Kevin Chick
Associate Superintendent of Human Resources
Superintendent’s Signature
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March 20, 2023
TEACHER RECOMMENDED FOR HIRE
Recommend: The following teachers be hired for the 2023-2024 school year:
1. Michaela E. Sievers – MA – Creighton University. School Counselor at Millard South High
School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Roncalli High School (2021-
Present)
2. Rebecca A. Terrell – MA
– University of Nebraska, Omaha. Library Teacher at Millard
North High School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Millard Public
Schools, (2007-2022 and 1999-2001), Omaha Public Schools District (1992-1997)
3. Emily G. Ruda – BA – University of Nebraska, Omaha. Social Studies teacher at Millard
North High School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Millard Public
Schools – Short-Term Contract (2022-2023)
4. Kristen E. Rodenhausen –
BA – University of Nebraska, Omaha. Science teacher at Millard
South High School for the 2023-2024 school year.
5. Anthony M. Anderson – Education from Univer
sity of Nebraska, Lincoln. Skilled and
Technical Sciences (STS) teacher at Millard West High School for the 2023-2024 school
year. Previous Experience: Omaha Public Schools District (2016-2022)
6. Anthony M. Gentile – MA+36 – University of Nebraska, Omaha. Administrative Intern at
Disney Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Papillion-
La Vista Public Schools District (2015-Present)
7. Breanna M. Lane – BA – University of Nebraska, Omaha. Preschool teacher at Disney
Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year.
8. Andrew T. Polinko – Education Specialist – University of Nebraska, Kearney. School
Psychologist for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Omaha Public Schools
District (2022-Present); Lincoln Public Schools District (2019-2022)
9. Khyla A. Backer – Education Specialist – University of Nebraska, Kearney. School
Psychologist at Black Elk Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous
Experience: Fremont Public Schools (2019-Present)
10. Gabrielle N. Breeling – BA – University of Nebraska, Omaha. Grade 5 teacher at Rockwell
Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Bennington Public
Schools (2021-Present)
11. Valerie M. Kemp – MA – University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Music teacher (.5) at Wheeler
Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year. Previous Experience: Millard Public
Schools (2010-2014)
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March 20, 2023
RESIGNATIONS
Recommend: The following resignation(s) be accepted:
1. Thomas W. Dobkins – Social Studies teacher at Millard South High School. Resigning at
the end of the 2022-2023 school year for employment outside of education.
2. Monica M. Fisher – Special Education Resource teacher at Rohwer Elementary School.
Resigning at the end of the 2022-2023 school year for employment with Westside
Community Schools.
3. Victoria A. Lane – Family and Consumer Science teacher at Millard South High School.
Resigning at the end of the 2022-2023 school year for personal reasons.
4. Emily A. Welch – Science teacher at Millard Sough High School. Resigning at the end of
the 2022-2023 school year because of family relocation.
5. Sarah P. Siedlik – Business teacher at Millard South High School. Resigning at the end of
the 2022-2023 school year for employment outside of education.
6. Lincoln B. Chamberlin – Language Arts teacher at Central Middle School. Resigning at
the end of the 2022-2023 school year to take a teaching position with Lincoln Public
Schools.
7. Christina M. Modrell – Math teacher at Millard West High School. Resigning at the
end of the 2022-2023 school year to take a teaching position with Gretna Public Schools.
8. Makenna L. O’Neal – Social Studies teacher at Central Middle School. Resigning at the
end of the 2022-2023 school year for personal reasons.
9. Aimee L. Coleman – Grade 3 teacher at Morton Elementary School. Resigning at the end
of the 2022-2023 school year for personal family reasons. (Currently on a Leave of
Absence)
10. Kayla E. Pitt – Spanish teacher at Millard North High School. Resigning at the end of the
2022-2023 school year to take a Dean of Students position with Omaha Public Schools
District.
11. Bethany H. Grimm – Speech Pathologist at Upchurch Elementary School. Resigning at the
end of the 2022-2023 school year for employment outside of education.
12. Emma Collins – Grade 3 teacher at Cather Elementary School. Resigning at the end of the
2022-2023 school year for personal family reasons.
13. Caitlyn Curnyn – Language Arts teacher at Millard South High School. Resigning at
the end of the 2022-2023 school year for employment outside of education.
14. Kelli J. Cumberledge – Language Arts teacher at Millard South High School. Resigning at
the end of the 2022-2023 school year for employment outside of education.
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March 20, 2023
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Recommend: The following Leave of Absence be accepted:
1. Jennifer R. Robak – Grade 5 teacher at Ezra Elementary School. Requesting a Leave of
Absence for personal reasons for the 2023-2024 school year.
2. Johanna M. Hon – Language Arts teacher at Millard South High School. Requesting a Leave
of Absence for personal reasons for the 2023-2023 school year.
3. Meredith G. Grit – Grade 5 teacher at Ezra Elementary School. Requesting a Leave of
Absence for personal reasons for the 2023-2023 school year.
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AGENDA SUMMARY SHEET
Agenda Item: Post Graduate Enrollment (Class of 2021), Degree Completion (Class of 2016), and College
Preparatory (Class of 2019) Reports
Meeting Date: March 20, 2023
Background/
Description: Included in this report is trend data for postsecondary enrollment and degree completion of
Millard graduates. This report presents data to compare the post-secondary participation of
Millard graduates with state and national data for College-going Rate and Degree Completion.
This information is obtained from data collected by Nebraska Department of Education (NDE)
from the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC).
● The Millard College-Going Rate for the Class of 2021, represented by enrollment in
post-secondary education within the first year after graduation from high school is 80%
compared to the Nebraska College-going Rate of 73%.
● The Millard degree completion for the Class of 2016 is 63%, which represents both two and
four year degrees. The Nebraska degree completion rate is 52% representing both two and
four year degrees. The National degree completion rate is 62% which represents both two
and four year degrees.
A summary of results from the Millard College Preparatory Survey completed for the first time
in the Spring of 2020 with the Class of 2017 is included with an update for the Class of 2019. As
we have reviewed these data points over the past few years, we have wondered about how our
students felt about their preparation for post secondary education. The survey is a measure
to determine how prepared our students felt, so we can make adjustments to improve the
educational program.
Action Desired: Information Only
Strategic Plan
Reference: Parameter: We will always expect each student to set and achieve challenging educational and
career goals tailored to his/her abilities, interests, and aspirations.
Responsible Dr. Heather Phipps, Dr. Anthony Weers, Dr. Melanie Olson, & Mrs. Tami Whitted
Persons:
Superintendent’s
Signature:
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Post Graduate Enrollment Report (Class of 2021)
This graduate follow-up report presents data to compare the post-secondary participation of Millard graduates
with state and national data for College-going Rate and Degree Completion. This information is obtained from
data collected by the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) from the National Student Clearinghouse
(NSC). There is no charge to the district for data obtained from NDE.
College-going Rate for Class of 2021
The College-going Rate for Nebraska and Millard is measured by the number of students enrolled in a
postsecondary institution between August 15, 2021 and October 15, 2022 and was obtained from the Nebraska
High School Feedback Report from the Nebraska Department of Education. Postsecondary enrollment is
considered after high school graduation, therefore student enrollment during high school in dual enrollment
opportunities such as Academies or the Early College High School program are not considered as part of this
data. The National College-going rate is dependent upon data from the National Center for Education Statistics
and is measured by the number of students enrolled in 2-or 4-year colleges in the fall immediately after
completing high school and represents a year behind the Nebraska and Millard Class specified.
College Going Rate
Class
National
Nebraska
Millard
District
2021
63%
73%
80%
2020
66%
73%
80%
2019
69%
75%
83%
2018
69%
76%
82%
2017
67%
70%
82%
College Going Rate
The following chart represents Millard graduates enrolled any time during the first year after graduation.
College Going Rate by Ethnicity
Class
American
Indian/
Alaskan
Native
Asian
Pacific
Islander
Black or
African
American
Hispanic
Two or
More
Races
White
(Not
Hispanic)
2021
100%
92%
100%
84%
66%
74%
81%
2020
67%
90%
67%
84%
68%
88%
80%
2019
67%
92%
75%
76%
83%
80%
83%
2018
80%
95%
80%
69%
81%
78%
82%
2017
60%
95%
80%
69%
81%
80%
82%
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College Going Rate by Economic Status
The following chart shows college going rate by students participating in the Free or Reduced price lunch
program. Graduates enrolled any time during the first year after graduation.
College Going Rate by Economic Status
Class
District Overall
Free/Reduced Lunch
Qualifying
2021
80%
64%
2020
80%
65%
2019
83%
75%
2018
82%
63%
2017
82%
63%
Enrollment Institutions
The information in the tables below represents a profile of college-going graduates from Millard compared to
college-going graduates in the state of Nebraska. Students may attend multiple institutions in the year
immediately following high school.
Profile of College-Going Graduates
Name
MPS Class
of 2021
Nebraska
Class of
2021
MPS Class
of 2020
Nebraska
Class of
2020
In-state Colleges
76%
83%
78%
83%
Out of state Colleges
15%
9%
15%
10%
Both In and Out of state colleges
9%
8%
7%
7%
Private Colleges
10%
6%
10%
7%
Public Colleges
84%
86%
85%
86%
Both Private and Public Colleges
6%
8%
5%
7%
2-year Colleges
26%
39%
26%
39%
4-year Colleges
49%
33%
51%
33%
Both 2 and 4 year colleges
25%
28%
23%
28%
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Degree Completion for Class of 2016
Degree Completion is measured by the number of people who completed an Associates or Bachelors degree
within six years; certificates are not included. Students are only counted once even if they have earned multiple
degrees, for example the Class of 2016 had many students earning advanced degrees including Doctor of
Jurisprudence, Doctor of Pharmacy, and Educational Specialist. National data and Millard data include
students who completed their degree at any college. Nebraska data includes only students who completed their
degree at the same college. Eighty-one percent of the Class of 2016 enrolled in post-secondary education within
a year after they graduated high school.
Degree Completion Rate
Class
National
Nebraska
Millard
2016
62%
52%*
63%
2015
62%
50%
62%
2014
61%
50%
61%
2013
61%
50%
63%
2012
58%
54%
63%
National Data: Causey, J., Lee, S., Ryu, M., Scheetz, A., & Shapiro, D. (Nov 2022), Completing College: National and State Report with
Longitudinal Data Dashboard on Six- and Eight-Year Completion Rates. (Signature Report 21), Herndon, VA: National Student Clearinghouse
Research Center.
*Nebraska Data: Nebraska’s Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education – 2022 Progress Report, Table A10.1, Most recent data
available through 2019-2020 school year based on National Center for Education Statistics, IPEDS 2010 through 2020 surveys
Millard Data: From the National Student Clearinghouse data, provided by the Nebraska Department of Education.
Post-secondary Activity of Students Not Reported
More than 3,600 colleges and universities, enrolling over 97% of all students in public and private U.S.
institutions, participate in the National Student Clearinghouse. These institutions permit the Clearinghouse to
make their information available, in full compliance with FERPA, to educational organizations, such as
outreach programs, for the betterment of education.
Graduates not represented may have gone directly to work, enrolled in the military, or enrolled in one of the 2%
of the institutions not represented by the Clearinghouse.
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Millard College Preparatory Survey Results
In the spring of 2022 a survey was conducted by the UNL Bureau of Sociological Research (BOSR) in which
members of the Millard graduating class of 2019 were contacted. Of the 946 graduates sampled, 14.9% (141
individuals) completed the survey. The participants were asked a variety of questions including: coursework
while in high school, preparation for post-secondary, attendance at post-secondary institutions after high school,
and given a chance to provide open-ended written responses.
Survey participants were asked about coursework while in high school.
High School
Course Work
Postsecondary:
● Enrolled in a 4-year University
experience
Postsecondary:
● Did not enroll in a post-secondary
experience
● Enrolled in Postsecondary but did not
continue
● Enrolled in a 2-year college experience
● Enrolled in vocational or technical school
experience
Class of 2019
(106
responses)
Class of 2018
(123
responses)
Class of 2017
(212
responses)
Class of 2019
(38 responses)
Class of 2018
(41 responses)
Class of 2017
(62 responses)
Took four
years of high
school
mathematics
82%
73%
73%
89%
50%
61%
Took at least
one Advanced
Placement
course
85%
80%
84%
76%
29%
39%
Took a dual
enrollment
course
42%
34%
31%
53%
12%
13%
Earned 11 or
more college
credit hours
while in high
school
46%
35%
40%
34%
2%
6%
Felt prepared
or very
prepared for
success after
high school
84%
80%
76%
58%
24%
39%
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Post-secondary experience was the next area asked about on the survey.
Of the eight (6%) respondents who never enrolled in a post-secondary experience the reasons most cited were*:
● I began a career (75%)
● I could not decide on a major (63%)
● I was not adequately prepared to take classes at a post-secondary institution (50%)
● It was too overwhelming (50%)
● It was no longer financially feasible (38%)
● I had family commitments (0%)
● Classes were too difficult and/or I was not able to maintain the needed GPA (0%)
Postsecondary
experience
Post-secondary:
● Enrolled in a 4-year University experience
● Enrolled in Postsecondary but did not continue
● Enrolled in a 2-year college experience
● Enrolled in vocational or technical school experience
Class of 2019
(133 responses)
Class of 2018
(148 responses)
Class of 2017
(260 responses)
Did not have to take
any non-credit or
remedial courses while
in college.
92%
84%
80%
Felt very prepared to
somewhat prepared
BEFORE taking
college classes.
82%
68%
73%
Felt very prepared to
somewhat prepared
AFTER taking college
classes
88%
73%
79%
Sixteen percent of respondents (22) indicated they were enrolled in a post-secondary institution but did not
continue this experience. Of those respondents:
● The reasons they indicated for not continuing were* :
○ I graduated (59%)
○ I began a career (41%)
○ It was too overwhelming (23%)
○ It was no longer financially feasible (23%)
○ I was not adequately prepared to take classes at a post-secondary institution (18%)
● When they stopped taking classes was:
○ 28% during their first year
○ 14% sometime after the first year
○ 59% did not specify when they stopped taking classes.
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Participants who did enroll in a post-secondary were asked about their experiences.
Of the seventy-eight percent (106) of respondents who enrolled in a four-year university post-secondary
experience:
● 93% were satisfied with their decision to attend a four-year institution rather than a two-year college.
● Reasons most cited for being satisfied with their decision to attend a four-year institution include*:
○ Specific Degree (40)
○ Environment (12)
○ Personal goal (11)
○ Well rounded education (7)
The courses or subject areas the respondents indicated most prepared them for college*:
● Mathematics (29)
● English Language Arts (25)
● Science (25)
● Social Studies (9)
Participants were asked if there were any courses or subject areas they should have taken or that should have
been offered that would have helped prepare them for college*:
● Finance (10)
● Science (10)
● Life Skills (8)
● None (24)
The life skills that most prepared them for college*:
● Citizenship and Personal Responsibility (35)
● Collaboration and Teamwork ( 20)
● Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills (19)
Life skills that would have been helpful to learn to prepare for college*:
● Citizenship and Personal Responsibility (42)
● Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (12)
Respondents were offered the opportunity to submit free responses to numerous questions.
Common themes among the responses:
● Satisfaction in courses offered in Millard
● Benefits of dual credit courses and programs
● The need for financial literacy
● More information about college costs and financial aid
● More instruction on study skills such as time management and organization
● Additional experiences with basic life skills such as bill paying, taxes, and pursuing a career
● Increased support for mental health issues such as anxiety and family conflict
*Respondents could select more than one answer
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