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Superintendent Dr. Steven Cook summarized the consent-for-information packet and noted that one policy scheduled for adoption—policy JFE‑AP addressing pregnant and parenting students—was pulled after the Oregon School Boards Association (OSBA) issued guidance recommending districts delay changes following a recent federal court ruling. \"So at this time, the district will not be adopting any changes on JFE‑AP since it was post, notice,\" Cook said.

Caffeinated beverages
A board member asked for clarification about the district's local wellness policy and whether caffeinated energy drinks were being sold in schools. Staff said only one school reported sales of energy drinks; the breakfast/food-service hours provided to the board included a morning sales window listed as 8:00–8:40 a.m. A meeting participant who identified themself as a medical professional said energy drinks can exceed American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations and raised concerns about heart arrhythmias, anxiety, and sleep disruption among adolescents; the district responded that it will provide an updated report at a later date.

Student searches and law enforcement
Board members and community attendees discussed policy JFG‑AP (student searches) and the accompanying form. The form includes space for a witness name and title, but district staff confirmed a witness is not mandatory under current policy language. Dr. Cook explained that searches in schools are based on \"reasonable suspicion,\" a standard he said has been upheld in case law and is the threshold the district uses before an administrator may conduct a search. The district's practice, he said, is that administrators are expected to complete the district form and submit it to the district office when a search occurs.

Community concerns raised included whether a witness should be required for searches; who determines the gender of the staff member conducting an outer-clothing search (the policy currently directs that outer-clothing searches be done by a staff member of the same sex), and whether transgender or nonbinary students can choose who conducts a search. Staff said the current discretion rests with building administrators but recorded the feedback that the district should consider allowing student preference on who conducts a search. The board also discussed whether parent/guardian notification practices around interviews and searches should be clarified; staff noted practical constraints (some administrative interviews happen many times per day) but agreed to consider feedback.

Other policy items
- The district will continue to work on TAG (talented and gifted) identification procedures to align the policy IGBBA‑AP with the district's TAG plan.
- Administrative policy JEC‑AP (assignment of students to classes) is new and will be out for public feedback until Jan. 28; it may return for board action in a future meeting.
- A large set of policy technical updates is ongoing; the district said technical edits (formatting, position titles) have been shepherded through faster and that substantial content changes receive community and board review.

Decisions and next steps
- The board did not adopt the JFE‑AP pregnant/parenting changes after OSBA guidance and will revisit the policy when appropriate.
- Staff committed to return with an updated report on caffeinated-beverage sales and to consider policy language changes related to witnesses and search procedures based on public feedback.

Ending
Board members requested additional clarifying language and administrative follow-up on student-search practices, parent-notification, and the single-school sale window for energy drinks. Staff will return with a revised report and recommended policy language in a future meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","January 14,2025 Regular School Board Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Board discussion Jan. 14 focused on several policy items under review: student-search procedures, limited sales of caffeinated beverages at one high school, and administrative policy updates; the board pulled a proposed change to the pregnant/parenting policy after OSBA guidance.","taxTitle","Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1, School Districts, Oregon","taxId",13226,"location","Oregon","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6388795,"Bend‑LaPine board adopts resolution affirming rights of undocumented students and ICE protocols",434,4771000,5205000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7&start=4771&end=5205","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7/thumbnail_4771000.jpg","/articles/6388795/Oregon/BendLaPine-board-adopts-resolution-affirming-rights-of-undocumented-students-and-ICE-protocols","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6388795-b9f1fdf611208df18bea7ab0e7c02461/orig.mp4?Expires=1773698860&Signature=Q749wcaExIogjt-4UfEsTPM~lB-UJGE0PsLqb4tg4aoRPqqP7iFsjGJ5SL99rdHrZUrFqF2aayEWMlOzNg5BVzb6WMy6wHhT-R7Vp0JShJuyhwndWwOs37F6wzhgDxcbI4I-xl72uxcHlwx7NqlX8Ys5IYDdbGDfzSqrsSaBxR6XYXZVmhRrz1t9PzTi8dW7jcMKNiF~wU~YeRXmT73DH5eGVf~p-AXDnqj-g5TCESmxIvE1fjQiOTLZe6Q5gEl8AUoOxhQrVXtC6XoWEU7b2iSjMSZfkPOY1KpPhBwh0g9gfSrZ9ahNdXvYxNCFH5ysDfTlpgJQXr0V1unt6sFTxA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bend‑LaPine School Board on Jan. 14 adopted Resolution 1982, which affirms the district's commitment to protecting undocumented students and sets protocols for responses to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) requests on school property. The resolution passed unanimously, 5–0.

Director Pina Chadwick read the resolution aloud during the meeting. The document affirms that the district will, to the maximum extent permitted by law, prohibit disclosure of student educational information—including immigration status—without parent or guardian consent and will direct legal requests for staff or student records or property access to the superintendent's office for review. It also authorizes the superintendent or legal counsel to ask ICE agents for credentials, the purpose of access, and the legal basis for the request.

The resolution specifies that the district will provide information about rights and protections to families who may be affected and will provide training and guidance to school staff about responding to requests by immigration personnel. It states the district will provide access or assist ICE only when legally required to do so, including when presented with a valid court order for access beyond front office areas or for removal of a staff member or student.

Why it matters: the resolution codifies procedures the district will follow when federal immigration agents seek records or access and clarifies staff responsibilities in those circumstances.

Board action
- Motion: \"I move to approve resolution 1982 to affirm rights of undocumented students and protocols for immigration and customs enforcement, ICE, access to schools.\" (mover: Director Cameron Fisher; seconder: Director Shirley Olsen).
- Vote: 5 in favor, 0 opposed.

Authorities and legal references
During the reading, the resolution text cited Oregon statutes as the legal context for the district's approach (as read aloud in the meeting). The resolution references state law language prohibiting the use of public resources for immigration enforcement and protections for educational records; the resolution instructs staff to apply state and federal legal requirements when responding to requests.

Implementation and next steps
The resolution directs legal requests to the superintendent's office, authorizes superintendent or counsel to verify credentials and legal authority of agents, and tasks the district with training staff on how to respond. The resolution also directs the district to provide information and assistance to families potentially impacted by enforcement actions.

Ending
The board adopted Resolution 1982 unanimously at the Jan. 14 meeting. District staff said training and implementation procedures will be developed and provided to school personnel.","The board approved Resolution 1982 to clarify district protocols on information disclosure, requests from immigration authorities, and training for staff; vote was 5–0.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6388800,"Bend‑LaPine CFO reports lower revenue projections but larger-than-expected reserve; board accepts annual financial report",2738,2107000,4845000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7&start=2107&end=4845","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7/thumbnail_2107000.jpg","/articles/6388800/Oregon/BendLaPine-CFO-reports-lower-revenue-projections-but-larger-than-expected-reserve-board-accepts-annual-financial-report","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6388800-5078c85fcbbdb77926b508846ffc3b78/orig.mp4?Expires=1773698860&Signature=DH2-7nE92Wj8FyHhmUut6oI1075Ux9ImRYf3~ffMizhx2W~XZkdBDcaILcz5qUFvjJqFVx-CsBVvSY8yLrstI6GAaIv3ZGvSLwljQYyox4muWfJBdt0-Xx~oz0J6VceYAGRyYH8rIQ9Auh3sYHuNFg7vVhNeY3RZ2iWUNBE0IRF1AOnrZHYl502NuPnnKWyaCFlDpttgaor6~bt0TaFUug-3PxHWn5vZ4Qb~cpcjg~VwyaTewCAIL7frYrLqNxSu-lVtcpTna9FN0LGTS-M4WFmzpXZ5ZTqjYN62fCILQm-BgXtMeERG4-jpKet6GjcPQDC1dSYY~pq5KCAiuqGYoA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dan Emerson, the district's chief financial officer, told the Bend‑LaPine School Board on Jan. 14 that the second-quarter financial update (actuals through Dec. 31, 2024) shows a $1.4 million downward revision to revenue projections but also roughly $3 million in projected payroll vacancy savings, leaving the district with a larger-than-expected beginning fund balance for next year. The board voted 5–0 to accept the district's annual comprehensive financial report for the year ending June 30, 2024.

The district's revenue projection was lowered largely because assessed value growth used in the budget (projected at 5.1%) is tracking at 4.6%, Emerson said, a change that reduced a prior projection by about $850,000. He also reported a reduction in the district's state school fund projection—\"about $600,000,\" he said—even though those state revenues remain roughly $300,000 above the budgeted amount for the year. Emerson attributed some state school fund variance to enrollment changes measured between Oct. 1 and Jan. 1.

Why it matters: the district's reserves and cash flow are central to operations because payroll and other obligations can create tight cash positions during summer months. Emerson told the board the current reports show an estimated ending (next year's beginning) fund balance of about $24 million, roughly $1.6 million higher than the Q1 projection and above the district's 5% reserve policy.

Key figures and drivers
- Revenue revision: about $1.4 million downward from the Q1 projection; roughly $850,000 of that tied to lower-than-expected assessed value growth.
- State school fund: projection reduced (Emerson said \"about 600,000\") but still above budget by roughly $300,000.
- Enrollment: Emerson reported recent net enrollment shifts, noting changes at the school levels (he cited decreases in middle- and high-school counts and a small increase at elementary).
- Payroll/vacancy savings: Emerson projected roughly $3 million in salary-and-benefits savings this fiscal year from unfilled positions.
- Ending fund balance: projected at about $24 million (approximately $1.6 million higher than Q1 projection), which exceeds the district's stated 5% reserve target and will require board discussion about redistribution.
- Investments: about $62 million of operating funds are invested in short-term Treasury bills (staggered maturities over 3–5 months) earning an average yield-to-maturity Emerson described as about 4.18%. Bond funds of about $58.8 million are reserved for capital projects and mature within 12 months.

Emerson also told the board the annual audit produced an unmodified (clean) opinion, the highest standard auditors can give. The board voted to accept the annual comprehensive financial report for the year ending June 30, 2024.

Board action
- Motion: \"I move to accept the annual comprehensive financial report as presented.\" (mover: Director Shirley Olsen; seconder: Director Cameron Fisher).
- Vote: 5 in favor, 0 opposed.

Context and next steps
District leaders reminded the board that projection changes do not automatically mean long-term deterioration but do require continued attention. Emerson noted that while the Q2 projection shows a healthier beginning fund balance for the coming fiscal year, longer-term forecasts still show pressure from rising costs (including PERS liability) that could reduce reserves in subsequent years. Board members asked for additional breakout detail on FTEs and employee counts by classification; staff said they would provide more detailed FTE information on request but cautioned about current manual systems for position control.

The board accepted the annual comprehensive financial report in the Jan. 14 meeting, and CFO Emerson said staff will provide requested follow-up details on FTE breakdowns and a more detailed explanation of changes in net position.

Ending
The district plans follow-up reports in coming quarters. Emerson and other staff said they will return with more detailed FTE and net-position explanations and continue quarterly budget monitoring.","CFO Dan Emerson told the Bend‑LaPine School Board that second-quarter actuals through Dec. 31, 2024, show a $1.4 million downward revision to revenue projections but about $3 million in payroll vacancy savings; the board voted 5–0 to accept the district's annual comprehensive financial report.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6388786,"Education Foundation reports $96,000 in recent classroom grants; Student Voice Council outlines districtwide projects",1106,1674000,2780000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7&start=1674&end=2780","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2113845-c7e232781b877a0a42ed6432e77026a7/thumbnail_1674000.jpg","/articles/6388786/Oregon/Education-Foundation-reports-96000-in-recent-classroom-grants-Student-Voice-Council-outlines-districtwide-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6388786-d0078728707dcecee34a39a40e59d7dd/orig.mp4?Expires=1773698860&Signature=jCsdvraOKHL4ygU9OXDbImtKANT6tn6U9Ea9UbTXYymEgaNXazY4iN5WsHAezN6e3si7qoSPcCl6imbOfPaae-6Rva94U5gG0L4JyOqfc8eLGJVppNUXPhIrFt1KikQXAk7~caSEz3Yqr9BIGToBS9ri0v~beg6XRJK8ecmZUbSmN6JePATpJQRloEQ3ODbUH2fwwt-tgqdSuXWwN5wynKlKrTvZ7fSuZ2gLe5uuuMwy6NbKy71fPCk5vO7EGbWWHtuI15LUBgaoFnuO76foAHGt26CwUOt6PVr8~f6B69hYHUwtlLmYk7D5afvhRXVazVu~UpJwi16rhe5ouVzV9w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the Jan. 14 meeting, the Bend‑LaPine Education Foundation and the Student Voice Council presented updates to the school board.

Education Foundation report
Jamie Goldman and Anne Westerhoff, executive directors of the Bend‑LaPine Education Foundation, told the board the foundation has returned more than $2.5 million to the district since 1988. For the most recent year the foundation reported two grant cycles and said it funded about $92,000 for the full year; it also reported that in the most recent fall cycle it funded 87 grants totaling over $96,000 and funded about 83% of applications received.

The foundation said it has three primary programs: activity-fee scholarships (to pay participation fees for students), perseverance awards (in partnership with the Axel F. Hoke legacy scholarship for postsecondary scholarships of up to four years), and classroom enrichments (districtwide classroom grants). Foundation presenters said the classroom-enrichment budget for the year was $92,000 and that they have impacted more than 11,700 students through recent grants and programming. Goals for the 2024–25 school year include more than $200,000 in perseverance scholarships, $120,000 in classroom enrichments, and 22 $1,000 activity-fee scholarships.

The foundation described fundraising activities including an annual trivia night (community event with sponsorships), bingo nights, foundation grants and repeated donors.

Student Voice Council
Students from the Student Voice Council reported work underway in three subcommittees: college-and-career readiness, mental health, and bias incidents. Quincy Bernal, a senior at Bend Senior High School, said the council is developing a report to measure college-and-career readiness across high schools to identify strengths and gaps. \"We hope to provide our insights on how students are being prepared to make and follow through with their post-secondary plans and offer our relevant recommendations,\" Bernal said.

Elliot DeMartin of Realms High School described the bias-incident group's plan to produce districtwide videos and community meetings (\"community meetings,\" she said, is the school's term for assemblies) that collect and share student and staff stories; those videos could anonymize contributors if privacy concerns arise. The council said it includes at least one representative from nearly every school.

Board response and next steps
Board members thanked both presenters. Directors asked the foundation about outreach and communications (the foundation said staff and office managers will be emailed and materials posted on social media and the foundation website for grant cycles). Board members encouraged the Student Voice Council to continue and said they welcomed a future written report on college-and-career readiness and the planned report on technology effects on academic performance.

Ending
The board invited the foundation and student council to continue engagement with staff, share timelines for grant cycles, and return to the board with the student council's reports when they are completed.","The Bend‑LaPine Education Foundation summarized recent grants and scholarship activity and set fundraising goals; the Student Voice Council described three subcommittees focused on college and career readiness, mental health and bias incidents and proposed districtwide student-produced videos.","actionData","errors"]

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Bend‑LaPine CFO reports lower revenue projections but larger-than-expected reserve; board accepts annual financial report

Education Foundation reports $96,000 in recent classroom grants; Student Voice Council outlines districtwide projects