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A director briefed the board on Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA/WASDA) topics to consider for advocacy, pointing to bills on high‑school civics (Sen. Bill 5637 or similar numbering), Career and Technical Education (CTE) bills (noted as HB 1273 and SB 1722 in discussion) and a proposed joint resolution (House Joint Resolution 82200 referenced loosely) that would change bond‑approval thresholds. The director encouraged board members and community members to review bills and submit stories to the legislature to inform decisions.

During a school tour report, board members described classroom visits at Chief Middle School and other campuses that included math classrooms using professional learning communities (PLCs) to track student learning progression, a technology lab using CAD and 3‑D printing, and a robotics lab whose students 3‑D print parts for competition robots. Board members praised teacher collaboration and student engagement and reported a local robotics team won awards at a regional competition.

Directors also noted an unfunded state safety requirement: after the district installed 3‑D printers, state guidance changed and required exhaust‑hood systems, which the district had to install at its own cost. Board members discussed how that is one example of an unfunded mandate impacting budgets.

The committee reports closed with an audit update: the district received an entrance audit meeting with state auditors; the review will cover payroll, associated student body accounts, restricted funds, supplemental contracts, public work compliance and accounts payable, and could take up to six months to complete.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Battle Ground School District - Board of Directors - Mar 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Board members reported on statewide education bills to watch and described a school visit to Chief Middle School that showcased professional learning communities, robotics and 3‑D printing labs — and noted an unfunded safety mandate to install exhaust hoods.","taxTitle","Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington","taxId",13034,"location","Washington","headline","","shortSummary",{"_32":76,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":77,"_40":78,"_42":79,"_44":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6643297,"Residents urge open superintendent search and criticize board process ahead of levy vote",0,5036000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75&start=5036&end=5036","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75/thumbnail_5036000.jpg","/articles/6643297/Washington/Residents-urge-open-superintendent-search-and-criticize-board-process-ahead-of-levy-vote","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6643297-08b3e310f81d7dbc7f39b3b240faf5b5/orig.mp4?Expires=1769767027&Signature=MWM1tU8pVGvBQltBg5Q9wEnOsyWFIDvDKM1OqLPzeoW95K6s9jqbClSoFs17hCQ2r5-QSX8ZgREuEErFhCg6Il6YdFJTAzKLMQt0PoBAOACUzopCsbb6RL2xSxY0GiTflNTTMOIGo-2rl7v1EPQI78YMXcT68mToMi24WjvwfBGCgmF1ZM6PzZgstz2v4LXhgDMKanEQ5nfssI8bt5zoGt0tvUNneJAN1PjCiYMyJphTfj4hD1C6phM5c-JIIheAs580I17ZHlvH~rZ-IRcUjPtN2jGazXC77StKIn00OqQhRQnIRE4SwtnrnUx7FVTLLLn1uQRD2nKurGesbFaNfg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dozens of community members who addressed the Battle Ground School Board during the March 10 citizens‑comment period urged the board to conduct an open superintendent search and criticized the board’s recent decision to advance an internal candidate.

Speakers representing parents, civic groups and former local elected officials repeatedly asked the board to delay a final long‑term appointment and instead offer a short, interim contract while allowing the next board — three positions are up for election this year — to participate in a full search. Several speakers tied the issue to public trust and the district’s ability to pass the April replacement levy.

Sabrina Worthy, who identified herself as a parent of two district graduates, thanked the board for supporting the superintendent appointment but suggested the board require speakers to state whether they have students in the district when addressing the board. Several speakers, including former city councilor Shauna Walters and parent Jessica Cole, said they support an open search and urged a one‑year contract for any interim appointment so the next board can weigh in.

Other speakers criticized the board’s recent votes and urged more transparent, community‑centered decision‑making. Tyler Long and others said the board’s actions had created negative optics and risked eroding community trust ahead of the levy; multiple speakers said the board’s conduct could influence voters’ willingness to approve school funding.

Some community members spoke in support of the internally selected candidate and praised her record on district committees. Gary Wilson, who identified himself as an Evergreen School Board member speaking for himself, recommended boards invest in an executive search firm if they pursue a broader search.

Board members did not respond to citizens’ comments during the meeting beyond acknowledging receipt of the remarks. Several speakers asked the board to adopt a board code of ethics and call for clearer communication with the public.","Dozens of speakers during citizens comments urged the board to conduct an open search for superintendent and criticized the board's recent decision to move forward with an internal appointment; several speakers tied the controversy to trust and the upcoming levy.",{"_32":87,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":88,"_40":89,"_42":90,"_44":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6643301,"Family Resource Center staff describe supports for 700+ students dealing with housing instability and foster care",1110,3339000,4449000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75&start=3339&end=4449","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75/thumbnail_3339000.jpg","/articles/6643301/Washington/Family-Resource-Center-staff-describe-supports-for-700-students-dealing-with-housing-instability-and-foster-care","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6643301-27e5168a03c8184b860a3653dee081bb/orig.mp4?Expires=1769767027&Signature=D14cwKGKGxrlX66UXerzH2ROlZWWkHzAGa3SJM3Lmx2AL9sI-Nd1ZRdXBON5lpU0pq9gts4Qvicu5tskonorPdMcLLRn5lGSaIZBtfDYo1m57RzTybvDvygXeig7w6tyMLaPdP39DpiWq5DL5g39FbRTOLJwSjTrhV~4KqKRh9jIu5DGFM9vSRCRNgyRRfQEA2zg3DwENWGVykFS23sZPEo51Z-WkUydsd-crIzZVgr2LtBCAZMLjlS2SF-dOdzYqD74iY7MeWqLo5NAkCSEYM7wFDOEy7iN1YTLOT0HIhRSm99wJtq8Jm~tH45ZcZcEXJBg0xEr4sNtvjS2wEW3lw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff who run the Family Resource Center (FCRC) briefed the board on March 10 about services for students and families experiencing housing instability and foster‑care placement.

Lynell Murray, the district director who introduced the presentation, and the district’s McKinney‑Vento liaisons and advocates described a set of programs that help students stay enrolled and attend school. Staff said the FCRC and its partners have served more than 700 students so far this school year and identified 244 students currently facing housing insecurity under the McKinney‑Vento federal definition. The district said 66 students are identified as in foster care this year.

Student and family advocates described core services: a clothes closet for gently used and donated clothing; a backpack and school‑supply program; weekend food bags via Share Vancouver; gas and transportation support to get students to school; utilities and rent assistance to avoid evictions; help obtaining critical identity documents such as birth certificates and state IDs; and referrals to community legal, medical and employment services. Staff said advocates also help families sign up for benefits including SNAP (food stamps) and insurance and sometimes arrange short hotel stays for immediate emergency shelter.

Advocates named partners including the Battleground Education Foundation and local churches and community organizations that donate supplies or funds. The FCRC’s small team — five people serving 19 schools — said it relies on volunteers and partners to meet demand and described plans to expand outreach and volunteer support.

“People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” one liaison said, summarizing the program’s focus on relationships. Board members thanked staff and asked how community members could help; staff invited donations of clothing, supplies and volunteer time and noted the foundation also accepts financial donations to provide flexible support.","District liaisons and advocates reported the Family Resource Center and McKinney‑Vento/foster‑care liaison team served more than 700 students this year and described programs that provide backpacks, clothing, hygiene items, food assistance and rental or utility help.",{"_32":99,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":100,"_40":101,"_42":102,"_44":103,"_46":104,"_48":105,"_50":106,"_52":107,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":108,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":109,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6643304,"District says levy failure would force $20 million in cuts, 213 positions at risk",896,2416000,3312000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75&start=2416&end=3312","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75/thumbnail_2416000.jpg","/articles/6643304/Washington/District-says-levy-failure-would-force-20-million-in-cuts-213-positions-at-risk","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6643304-8d7690cfc156705eb587ac5e0ffe3497/orig.mp4?Expires=1769767027&Signature=oYdT~B8v8OBKmoQtPe-hjRjGfKqub-xzD-ykThUXdc7oZfNGb6XAMCl6Pf~cToSCXp1Tk579FbzBU07WIKVx3s8VbMcnzDVWNNmEYSMhQHvIFk4auSvfhR0Fo~klxZKjkdAsuWeu4OE3J-6zm6NHXSHHMdxrIIpyVaRo3AtheVEMB6227wfOsjXVSV--S9900KtIyProOiymeokxP0n3OHit~fAcVaz5lRV1~6Vt82VcC5zOCPfSwFrv9X~YdgelSakQK4SbIXHy7KeOTmBgmHsR0wh4AN3HMnUyuB5UWcCpEpISz-vpOA-OOHrljCw5GfWUWcFYJZUS6FdnZRYxIQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Superintendent Shelley Whitten told the Battle Ground School Board on March 10 that the district has prepared a package of potential cuts totaling about $20 million if voters do not approve the district’s replacement levy in the April 22 election.

Whitten said the district has identified roughly 78 line-item reductions affecting 213 positions. “We are looking at the elimination of middle school sports, reductions to high school C teams, elimination of most security at middle schools, the loss of teacher librarians, instructional coaches, district teachers on special assignment and significant reductions in custodial, transportation and technology services,” the superintendent told the board. The district also plans to pause curriculum adoptions, cut building and department budgets by 25%, eliminate kindergarten jump-start, and remove district-funded crossing guards and several behavioral-support positions.

School officials said many of the line items are funded entirely by the levy and that personnel make up about 85% of the district’s budget; reducing services therefore translates into displacing positions across the district. The district described the interplay of seniority and staffing: cutting experienced staff typically displaces lower‑seniority employees, requiring deeper cuts to achieve budget targets.

Whitten said the district has compiled the list now so it can meet statutory and contractual deadlines if the levy fails. She told the board that if the levy is re-run and fails in April, state rules would prevent the district from running another replacement levy until February 2026; because levies are collected on a calendar-year basis, that gap would leave the district without levy revenue for two calendar years and could require similar cuts during the following year.

District staff described outreach plans: administrators said they would inform affected employees before public disclosure and would visit schools in the next two weeks to minimize surprises. Officials named specific programs, including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), school-based SEL para support, LPN nursing staff, associate principals and several central-office directors as among positions that could be reduced or eliminated.

The board did not take any formal vote on the levy during the March 10 meeting; Whitten said the district hopes the levy will pass and that these steps would not be necessary if voters approve the replacement measure.","Superintendent briefed the board that the district has identified about $20 million in reductions it would need to implement if the April levy fails, listing program and staff reductions that would affect nearly every department and services to students.",{"_32":111,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":112,"_40":113,"_42":114,"_44":115,"_46":116,"_48":117,"_50":118,"_52":119,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":120,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":121,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6643307,"Board approves meeting agenda and consent items; both votes 5-0",7057,108000,7165000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75&start=108&end=7165","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2532510-c47198edb318b6c55c1edf98cd642d75/thumbnail_108000.jpg","/articles/6643307/Washington/Board-approves-meeting-agenda-and-consent-items-both-votes-5-0","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6643307-6ab43a325dfc71f4ebc23a2e372b213b/orig.mp4?Expires=1769767027&Signature=Rbp1-yDEyL35Oc~Fs3zK~KoX~4b9xmzebKaLtfnfOD~gSGCNe1gPfLrdJ1W8b6tNN-o1-SK78oU2EFaUyWpTDlK-hDW7n7H-mCIrmxmfHNs-77HlVwQwkf07~JqZNmzGLSIj1W8U-RiTuSxQ4k4HNcUVAgaAPVwmPQ-BdTZNMqDUe9xzVpOm6RdI6dmbhzL7tHjEsSBL20tVu6UUENAAEWl9-NK6IcJrYkF6lmMTjG~68O2FjkHHT-BcPcmTdt0zttKr-o7e7lyUO27NbxmSJ18me6BXK6jXOAn6jFrHonotei4DF-kcUldYL6p-YEKzyjbC669qHA0NcBvR5dNMlg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Battle Ground School Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda during its March 10, 2025, meeting.

At the start of the meeting the board took up approval of the agenda. A director moved to approve the agenda as presented; the motion passed unanimously, 5-0.

Later in the meeting the board considered the consent agenda, which the superintendent’s office described as including the regular meeting minutes for Feb. 24, personnel reports, student travel and financial reports. A motion to approve the consent agenda passed 5-0.

There were no roll-call dissents recorded during either motion; the student representatives did not vote on these procedural motions. The board then moved on to committee and staff reports.","The Battle Ground School Board voted 5-0 to approve the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included minutes, personnel, student travel and financial reports.","actionData","errors"]

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