February High School Report

Date:   February 11, 2013

To:      Ida Board of Education

From:  Tom Dykstra

RE:      High School Board Report

 

1.      On January 15, a meeting was held with two members of the Monroe County Sheriff's Department to discuss collaborative efforts to improve school safety. Sgt. Bryan Angerer and Deputy Jeff Kemp offered planning assistance and other resources available through the Monroe County Sheriff Department.

 

2.      A high school building staff committee met on January 16 and February 6 to discuss building safety and emergency planning issues. The committee reviewed and revised administrative recommendations.

 

3.      High school exams were given on January 16 through 18. Report cards were mailed on or before January 25. The second semester started on January 22.

 

4.      Professional development will be held on February 18.  The itinerary includes the following:

Monday, February 18, 2013

8:05 – 9:00 Reading for Content (English Department)

9:00 – 10:00 NCA Committee Work (Chris)

10:00 – 11:45 Curriculum Update Time

11:46 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 ACT Data Review / Evaluation (Mel)

2:00 – 3:00 Staff Meeting / Department Meetings / ACT Training (Tom / Dave)

                   

 

5.      In addition, the following meetings have been held:

·        20 - parent meetings

·        18 - staff meetings