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Votes at a glance

- Consent Agenda Section 1 (approval of minutes and payment of bills): approved (voice vote). Motion to approve was made and seconded; no further roll‑call tally recorded in the transcript.

- Consent Agenda Section 2 (personnel approvals, multiple hires, resignations and renewals): approved (voice vote). The board removed one personnel item from the consent agenda for separate action (Star Valley High activity director Robert Erickson’s contract).

- Curriculum materials (agenda item 12.01): approved (voice vote).

- Approval of commodity processing bid (federal commodity processing / brown box/cooperative bid for foodservice): approved (voice vote). District staff described the cooperative procurement and cost‑control rationale for accepting the vendor(s).

- Approval of digital emergency responder communication enhancement system (digital radio saturation to improve responder communications inside school buildings; funded in part from state security funds): approved (voice vote). Staff said the work will begin next summer, starting at Cookeville, to improve radio saturation in building interiors.

- Approval of a maintenance van purchase for district maintenance use (district‑wide, with priority service in Caulfield and Star Valley High): approved (voice vote).

- Approval — Cokeville alternate calendar (2025–26): approved (second/final reading).

- Approval — Star Valley alternate calendar (2025–26): approved (second/final reading).

- Personnel motion approving numerous individual hires, tenure recommendations and renewals: approved as part of consent agenda section 2 (voice vote).

- Motion to approve the Star Valley High School activity director (Rob Erickson) contract: motion to approve failed on recorded vote. The transcript records one board member (Mister Wilkes) voting yes and the remaining board members voting no; the motion did not carry.

- Board policies (Section B) on second reading: the board approved the remainder of the Section B policy packet on final reading and tabled policy BDEB 0.404 (board committees) for further discussion.

- Motion to return to executive session to discuss personnel matters: approved (voice vote).

Notes and next steps: where approvals were by voice vote, the transcript records the motions, seconders and the chair’s announcement that motions carried; the meeting minutes and any signed contracts will reflect the official record. Administration identified follow‑up tasks (for example, scheduling work to implement the radio enhancement, and returning with community outreach results for future calendar review).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","LCSD2 School Board Meeting March 12 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Trustees approved routine minutes and bills, personnel packages, curriculum materials, several procurement and equipment items, and two alternate 2025–26 calendars; a separate motion to approve the Star Valley High activity‑director contract failed.","taxTitle","Lincoln County School District #2, School Districts, Wyoming","taxId",67522,"location","Wyoming","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},6124728,"District reports early childhood census process; staff say numbers dipped since 2020 peak",520,3755600,4275945,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab&start=3755&end=4275","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab/thumbnail_3755600.jpg","/articles/6124728/Wyoming/District-reports-early-childhood-census-process-staff-say-numbers-dipped-since-2020-peak","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124728-1cd432d04ce3898b5e9ade4560caf68f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170088&Signature=l~aC4Td5HOfQ6jwMKKO-MgI~LCHuauBZ3VbBFDc0uMj0dzbxEsFRjRiN-W-wKmAASeGIT0T82vEh50~hxIlEZyCwmZAL~tZrc7cTwbQJ0SPV~ITxq7~cTeAECZjl~lojuiCRZINBKBm9-NnhVkuEpwJpFdXkPFd1ZLpK7aKRqFxid2P7pvp7JbfKV-bag1Wjws1JdSjbvL2dLbszQZ9kLyzzz-SIYSBfgMcBlk4ornFvaOcFBPyNWG1PwHjdXYNndV57TRAVV7x1H11JbZ5z65Cuq41IfR7m-~KgKfjFbqP3NWzOLk00~6WGjktP1i4bYm-g0al0MDq~t-M~ISLoCQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Emily Isaacson, the district’s parent educator and early‑childhood liaison, explained the district’s early childhood census process and how the results inform kindergarten outreach and program planning.

What the board heard: the census counts children birth through age 5 within Lincoln County School District #2 boundaries (from Caulfield to Alpine). The data collection runs in December and January; the district uses an online platform plus phone calls and in‑person follow up. Isaacson said the work is spread across 21 census workers who live in and know different parts of the district to improve completeness. This year the census was offered in Spanish in addition to English.

How the data are used: Isaacson said the district collects names, birthdays and parental contact information so school secretaries can reach families in the year children enter kindergarten; the parent‑education team also sends two mailers to families of 4‑year‑olds (spring and late summer) with registration information and activities to prepare children for kindergarten. She said the district will share aggregate numbers with community partners on request but will not release personal data.

Trend and context: Isaacson said the census showed a decline in total young‑child counts compared with prior years; she noted 2020 was the district’s largest year for the cohort. The district keeps historical totals for planning and said staff use the data to identify areas where services, playgroups and transition supports are most needed.

Next steps: the liaison and community partners will continue outreach and share aggregate reports with the district to support enrollment planning and early‑childhood program placement.","The district’s early‑childhood liaison described the annual census of children birth through 5 and said the count has decreased from a 2020 peak; the census informs kindergarten outreach and program planning.",{"_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},6124733,"Board hears update on high‑school 'name, image and likeness' (NIL) discussions",306,5968245,6275095,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab&start=5968&end=6275","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab/thumbnail_5968245.jpg","/articles/6124733/Wyoming/Board-hears-update-on-highschool-name-image-and-likeness-NIL-discussions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124733-7358736ccf2b9888bee411e1df182023/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170088&Signature=OUNE-~ysEXN0xYPYlpbq3Aj8OkfDUz4ZgvhWmedDDH0Vy~QhK~w-CUsBdyWd1i9Sm6BF52kM8o6AO5tptBB8glEa1M~PVXYgGMA0wxBIu3T8LGtzZvqi36JpxPFrG8r3pL-RvzTXeY~1rn4phdc1xmT~Iwbg6C~pswznNT9TPmrfb8AdPKZN~J5TieFWaGpwyexGZKvYL5Ktg7ZwKY837HucZABldjwEjaT8U0Xgl2sbpO1MGHoj6rbKPBMTxRiCWPYrwN~c2VbqvNtc9damelCueFeTIfYedbN1cu0QTXE2V01Zj0Oas0FQUcPIJvMsXKHa8bjHDQicY2ckwp~big__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Trustees received an informational update about name, image and likeness (NIL) developments for high‑school students.

What the board heard: two representatives from state education and activities organizations briefed staff members, who said the Wyoming School Activities Association and other state groups are exploring NIL guidance so school districts and member schools can prepare. The presenter said most states around Wyoming have NIL options in place for high‑school athletes and the association wants districts to have a policy framework in advance of potential legislation or local decisions.

Key details discussed:
- The association’s draft guidance would allow student athletes to enter NIL agreements with private businesses or individuals, but the presenter said proposed protections include prohibitions on collecting NIL deals that resemble recruiting inducements, restrictions on using school time or uniformed appearances for paid NIL activity, and limits on unregulated collectives that might exploit minor athletes.
- District staff noted the large majority of high‑school students do not receive NIL deals (presenter cited examples from other states where fewer than 0.1% of student athletes secure commercial agreements), but schools should consider guardrails on transfers, recruiting and consent processes.
- Funding for NIL deals is private (local businesses or individuals) rather than district funds; the board was advised that unclear points remain about transfers and governance and that local associations are seeking district feedback.

Next steps: district staff said they will circulate the association’s draft materials and recommended that the board consider whether to provide feedback to the state activities association at a future meeting.","District staff reported that state activity associations are developing NIL policies for high‑school athletes; staff described protections in proposed policies and suggested the board consider whether to comment to state policymakers or associations.",{"_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},6124737,"Board weighs consistent Friday off, approves 2025–26 calendars for Star Valley and Cokeville",3136,4573485,7709695,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab&start=4573&end=7709","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab/thumbnail_4573485.jpg","/articles/6124737/Wyoming/Board-weighs-consistent-Friday-off-approves-202526-calendars-for-Star-Valley-and-Cokeville","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124737-f705c55111d1e68219f828bdc810ab3e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170088&Signature=kRWufaFT04F6Z-B2yNnUZi4Reov3~8oxxaH0eFs8tnYIpXo2OyHxPlpMhQ-4czyWjzHWjGmmb-Hl3NxjaggqGjTkpIspmEwoeeVBxBwgWYoSSrk-rL3v07QCHlBpGJmQk~WAB~Tm0M-Wu1W9SSn0EvZoFMikSha9MUh6p4u-LVDdOx5EZIgRDOl3azufDjuNs4wzvtxav1tclA40UkSW9~JCK4qac1TY9eDwkLUHxbwFQjl8o~Xol4ke6a-rIFQ1NzuNOivIj5KxLYEekAZoS1QhMDz1tsWDNTnmT3IY6148jjQ2oFpzVnleHsxByS6TXvCnaRaNOt0omej99fjC6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lincoln County School District #2 Board of Trustees reviewed proposed 2025–26 calendars and discussed whether to adopt a consistent monthly Friday off. Trustees heard the calendar committee’s recommendation and voted to approve alternate calendars for Cokeville and for Star Valley for 2025–26.

Why it matters: a regular Friday off would shift the district schedule and reduce instructional hours unless the district compensates by lengthening school days or removing other breaks. Trustees said the change would affect athletics, FFA, music, and other extracurricular schedules that rely on recurring weekend or weekday windows.

Key points from the committee presentation and board discussion:
- Jason Horsley presented calendar options, noting calendar B (the committee’s proposal) would start the school year earlier and shift days closer to the winter break to create more Fridays off. The committee analyzed the effect of selecting a recurring Friday in each month and found every choice conflicts with some regional or state competitions at one level or another.
- Staff estimated instructional‑time reductions tied to a consistent Friday off: roughly 51 hours lost at elementary, about 53 hours at middle school and high school levels depending on the adjustment; high school also risks falling below 1,000 required instructional hours without schedule changes.
- Board members suggested gathering community input before making a long‑term change; options discussed included a public survey accompanied by a short informational video explaining tradeoffs (for example, loss of spring break or reduced instructional hours).

Votes and direction: trustees approved the alternate 2025–26 calendar for Cokeville and separately approved the alternate 2025–26 calendar for Star Valley (second reading/approval). The board asked the administration and calendar committee to design a community outreach plan to gather informed feedback for future calendar decisions.

","Trustees debated proposals for a consistent monthly Friday off and reviewed tradeoffs for athletics and instructional hours. After discussion of options and community input, the board approved the 2025–26 alternate calendars for Star Valley and Cokeville schools and directed staff to gather community feedback for future calendar planning.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6124742,"Superintendent summarizes education bills affecting Lincoln County School District #2",400,3150160,3550305,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab&start=3150&end=3550","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679949-6e59db5326e77f39f51d4062fcaf8dab/thumbnail_3150160.jpg","/articles/6124742/Wyoming/Superintendent-summarizes-education-bills-affecting-Lincoln-County-School-District-2","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124742-45825f0fe453adfae00e6b4c70d8908c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170088&Signature=PluPExv-3Py5A7DGOxmXZhAKn9FSws7H7CJAcb4kmQdixaevfUzBRNo0U36riXw-vk7Oqcwjn4Uy-v9MocZBMjIuCwhpfTkzjuy6DzpKGh3atRRFPy4rWk9LIODtlKkCd4kmg5eADdhCPXwCTPElJJ~1iY94o8xaRzlsZwq9s10BDAdP3oRrmSADVsSFE2DkGKr2~MGbSRx3D~r-64N7vmJc0hle~7tU3rovTuV6P-iyzJx22ZwIl~jTS-sUL~ANlcqXMXcUco3KayyxtRZy0F3rltaIJKWH~~fBP2IoeIGpyg3rRNiYh7xpUwkoLjp-FS-mIyhv5iZltO-VLk4uPw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Superintendent Erickson briefed the Lincoln County School District #2 Board of Trustees on a group of state bills that district leaders are tracking and that could affect funding, personnel policy and student safety.

The superintendent said the list of education-related measures includes House Bill 172 (a repeal of certain gun‑free zone rules and related requirements for persons carrying firearms on or near school property); House Bill 316 (a statewide school finance recalibration that will adjust the funding model and components used to set district funding); Senate File 86 (rules for alternative teacher certification); Senate File 137 (extension of higher carryover/cash‑reserve rules); House Bill 46 (changes to homeschool oversight); House Bill 94 (removal of a cap on charter authorizations); House Bill 199 (a scholarship/education savings account program that the district described as starting with eligibility at about 250% of federal poverty level and allowing up to $7,000 per student); Senate File 62 (requirements about designation of multi‑occupancy restrooms in public schools); and Senate File 13 (reading assessment and intervention requirements for K–3).

Why it matters: several of the measures affect the district’s budget and operational obligations. Superintendent Erickson and staff told trustees they are seeking clarifications from legal counsel and the Legislative Service Office about implementation questions that will matter for local policy — for example, definitions in HB 172 (what qualifies as a school facility, what “direct control” of a firearm means, and the district’s training or liability exposure if it adopts rules), and how HB 316’s recalibration will translate into district revenues and the recalibration process this summer.

Details the board heard:
- On school safety and firearms: HB 172 would change the state’s rules about gun‑free zones and set training requirements for employees and volunteers if a district chooses to adopt rules. District counsel and administration are examining whether items such as athletic fields, buses or bathrooms are treated as facilities and what the district’s obligations would be under training or equipment provisions.
- On finance: HB 316 directs a recalibration of the state funding model (the presentation listed four External Cost Adjustment components: professional labor, nonprofessional labor, education materials and energy). The superintendent said the model’s baseline figures are lower than many local salary schedules, so the percentage increases in the bill apply to the model amounts. District staff expect scheduled recalibration meetings over the summer and said they will participate in the process.
- On reserves and capital: Senate File 137 would extend the higher 30% cash‑reserve allowance through June 30, 2028 (a change district leaders said provides flexibility for multi‑year bus purchases and capital needs). Local legislators sponsored that measure, the superintendent noted.
- On certification and staffing: Senate File 86 would create an alternative route to teacher certification with testing and board rulemaking; district staff said they will evaluate how that route compares with existing exception authorizations.
- On reading: Senate File 13 requires kindergarten through third grade students be assessed at least three times per year through a state‑selected reading assessment and intervention process; the district reported it is already undertaking similar screening and interventions.
- On school choice and scholarships: House Bill 199 creates a scholarship/education savings account mechanism with income thresholds and per‑student allocations; district staff flagged potential enrollment and funding implications.

Next steps: the superintendent told trustees the administration will continue to consult district legal counsel, the Legislative Service Office and local legislators; staff said they will bring clarifying policy recommendations to the board before any July 1 deadlines that carry implementation requirements.

","Superintendent Erickson briefed the board on a set of state bills under consideration or passed this session that could affect school funding, personnel certification, student safety, reading assessment and parental options including a new scholarship program and charter school changes.","actionData","errors"]

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