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Chief Financial Officer (Mr. Anderson) presented the resolution and several supplemental budget items that reflect subsequent grant awards and revenue adjustments. He said the overall grand total of the budget remained the same as approved by the budget committee but that staff moved some staffing line items between buildings prior to entering budgets into the accounting system.

Anderson described supplemental budget items to recognize unanticipated grant revenue, to appropriate a gift from Les Schwab Tire Center for a press box project, to reconcile a student investment account grant, to transfer appropriations within the general fund, and to move final ESSER money to Mosier Community School. He asked the board to approve grouped resolutions to recognize and appropriate these funds.

Anderson also reported the district sold tax anticipation notes on June 12 with a coupon rate of about 4%; he said market demand produced bond premium and that the district “netted a million $7.46” (transcript) with a note repayment obligation of roughly a million $7.90 due in December. He described an effective interest rate slightly below 4 percent after premium was considered. Anderson said timing differences in property tax collections and a lowered enrollment estimate reduced state school fund revenue by approximately $1 million, and he expects property tax settlements to reconcile shortfalls next May.

Anderson told the board the district had received a $500,000 EPA brownfields grant to mitigate materials at the old Chenoweth Middle School. He said the district had procured a qualified environmental professional (QEP) to oversee the work and planned an RFP for the contractor; the QEP bid was $83,500.

The board approved the budget resolution and a set of supplemental resolutions in roll‑call voice votes recorded by the chair. Following the presentation, Anderson thanked staff in food service, transportation and maintenance for their work and noted year‑to‑date service metrics (school meals served, bus miles driven, work order completion rates).

The board approved the food service management contract extension with Sodexo America LLC and several other business items included on the action calendar during the same meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","NWCSD21 Regular School Board Meeting & Budget Hearing Thursday, June 26th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM","oneSentenceSummary","The board approved Resolution 25‑26‑01 adopting the budget as recommended by the budget committee. District CFO summarized supplemental budget items, sale of tax anticipation notes with a coupon near 4%, and outstanding reimbursements tied to capital work and decreased enrollment revenue.","taxTitle","North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon","taxId",67607,"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},6183488,"Chenoweth Elementary plans dual‑language expansion; district outlines multi‑year growth and family support",543,2670800,3214315,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a&start=2670&end=3214","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a/thumbnail_2670800.jpg","/articles/6183488/Oregon/Chenoweth-Elementary-plans-duallanguage-expansion-district-outlines-multiyear-growth-and-family-support","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6183488-e05cf7132bf9f2f9a4274b1bd735581d/orig.mp4?Expires=1773635944&Signature=MFbmuAO8NM9YKYEfRbmyfGzIsOq5Zqqje~Ps4F1X11sruW90WaWxH38~NSjIf43BwJFXwwITeFsG57iHlhE1ait0m4lZs9FYTi2CjSg~uijwhVtVC6ClllbtEJs6YekKln6I~nEtTUoJUrbkjz~1szmz6yTtgBGciBYpWqzNaFApSsTqQJgFv6xjQZN0HONF3V8qrfoMHJGNeKTouPqCG1-Ibb0R5z---AjATELR03JadkJw3X6FkTEbMJLjCCcvelzBU89i49IxoHr2VTxhG36mlBLNcwAd~svpPJWqlB4lBoHE4FdIIQ3Ds~yWg4J1T7-KX24wRd3mdbO-ES1ZnA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Principal Rondell of Chenoweth Elementary outlined plans to expand the school’s two‑way dual language immersion program and described the program’s goals, current enrollment and a multi‑year timeline for expansion.

Rondell said the district’s program uses a two‑way model that mixes native Spanish and native English speakers and described the kindergarten model as 80% Spanish instruction and 20% English, shifting toward a 50/50 split by fifth grade. Rondell said the program includes grade‑level collaboration, and that curriculum adopted for math and science is available in both Spanish and English where possible.

Rondell reported current program metrics and family interest: the program has about 121 students; 88 families participated in a spring survey and roughly 40 families expressed interest in attending DLI at Chenoweth when the district opened an interest form. Survey results showed strong family willingness to keep students at Chenoweth through middle school, with about 89 percent of respondents indicating commitment to remain if a sixth‑grade option is provided.

On timeline, Rondell said the district plans to expand to two kindergarten DLI classes in the 2026 school year, to offer a K–5 DLI class in 2026–27, and to plan for a sixth‑grade DLI class thereafter with further study for seventh and eighth grades. The district team working on dual‑language expansion includes Chenoweth leadership, the district superintendent, and consultants from Oregon State University and the West Linn‑Wilsonville School District; past collaboration included Columbia Gorge ESD and an advisor identified as Jonathan Foss.

Rondell recommended continued family engagement and suggested that parents participate in site visits and planning so families can better understand middle‑school matriculation options and long‑term bilingual pathways.

Board members asked about retention and the “stickiness” of bilingualism if a program stops at certain grade levels; Rondell said research supports multi‑year participation and noted that roughly five to six years in a bilingual program is a recommended timeframe to develop bilingualism and biliteracy.

No formal action was taken; the presentation provided background and a planning timeline for board and community follow up.","Principal Rondell presented a plan to expand the two‑way dual language immersion (DLI) program at Chenoweth Elementary, including adding two kindergarten DLI classes in 2026 and phased expansion through middle school, backed by family survey data and partnerships with Oregon State University and neighboring districts.",{"_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},6183493,"Mosier Community School reports enrollment growth, preschool expansion and $868,000 DOE grant work under way",768,1709090,2478000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a&start=1709&end=2478","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a/thumbnail_1709090.jpg","/articles/6183493/Oregon/Mosier-Community-School-reports-enrollment-growth-preschool-expansion-and-868000-DOE-grant-work-under-way","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6183493-66c113f3b5866966867ed11f4cf11f85/orig.mp4?Expires=1773635944&Signature=oQKmICSXYJXp5yCUl8PLvRXVKHbh013odK2AniEuueFJvaIlYL2rvExd1fZyPy~9UAfNLobhDJJR2YTij74yTyCkE1EdpQoNUomKn2zs517PiQiwrIaxPLkOaHecrGrXqinwndF0oj9xshkLxY-S9IFjIq2zwHBNkwFabj0Ogjj0Ys5W5zjhq0icVvXWGeEue~QfgaFRfmfC1InOpHWJEOq2gqDpPZvpKmC819Cx0wttA1-kIZcMX1FXY3ad-U1231ztVkyvUHOexTnIXMR7czLT8cBS3GFIg~AOHb7OaKd5rCWwlxTVkNctYEg-JHcxCJGTEGtjyY2oBwlgatZjpg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Michelle Dawkins, principal of Mosier Community School, presented the school’s annual report and strategic goals, reporting enrollment growth, program expansions and capital work funded in part by a federal education grant.

Dawkins said Mosier’s enrollment grew from 150 to 167 this year with a projection of about 185 for next year. The school plans to add a middle school classroom and has hired a new middle school teacher.

Dawkins described several programmatic developments: the school adopted a K–8 science curriculum, expanded foundational literacy training for teachers using UFLI, trained staff in behavior interventions and CPI, and began a preschool initially supported by ESSER funds. Dawkins said preschool enrollment grew from an initial 4 children to 13 by the end of the year and that 14 are enrolled for next year; she noted that 15 preschool students would fully fund the program.

On facilities and capital work, Dawkins reported a $868,000 DOE grant to replace the old heating and ventilation system at the 100‑year‑old building. She said the project includes a new HVAC system that the school expected to be operational around July 10 and that the district was awaiting reimbursement of roughly $300,000 in submitted invoices. Dawkins also noted a separate $15,000 grant to revamp the school garden.

Dawkins acknowledged data challenges: she corrected an attendance figure in the written report from “90 percent” to 70 percent and said improving attendance is a priority. She also described academic progress for cohorts tracked across grades, noting particular gains in math and ELA for a cohort that moved from third to fifth grade, and said eighth‑grade math remains an area of focus.

Asked whether preschool families matriculate into kindergarten, Dawkins said enrollment is promising: of the 13 preschool children this year, 4 were ready for kindergarten next year and 4 of those families intend to enroll at Mosier; one family is moving out of the area.

Dawkins credited the Mosier board and community partners for support and said the school is “financially sound” but that staffing changes have high budgetary impact because “85% of our budget is people.” She said the school is using reserves for one year to manage timing differences in funding and expects to repay reserves next year.

The board asked questions and thanked staff for the report; no action items were taken on the annual report itself.","Principal Michelle Dawkins presented Mosier Community School’s annual report noting enrollment growth (150 to 167), plans to add a middle‑school classroom, a growing preschool pilot, a $868,000 Department of Education grant funding HVAC and ventilation upgrades, and a $15,000 garden grant.",{"_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},6183497,"North Wasco County SD 21 board declines to delay reporting of non‑licensed hire; debate focuses on authority and timing",833,171920,1005120,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a&start=171&end=1005","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5094820-1c6b0aed096ae39f795b878bc8e7200a/thumbnail_171920.jpg","/articles/6183497/Oregon/North-Wasco-County-SD-21-board-declines-to-delay-reporting-of-nonlicensed-hire-debate-focuses-on-authority-and-timing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6183497-bf585a15390676c741424c7b89919a59/orig.mp4?Expires=1773635944&Signature=XZgimR9NhFHuGkH7VPp72YOyxbECbdxN2Gx92kGo8kLlMIPl8KfoPC5ZepYjskurzVMPUY~QvwaGPzg5Za3RU3eOL7cRe2tdwnJsjf9NtWkuakauaO8xiDwZvpNSq-IXuu71iFcmlrlqL5l1XOtgbsKI9lTFv1zDhi8GfDgDzszIT6R2OresjzQPOFTrpe5vRt56a63LxDS3x9YU8kZJ2VgTJieJvw-SL6O09VOBZZpjVfrgMP1T8gxH2~Xi8aCvzkDSeObTsGavCrqu65RvMZ2kOjtZVgzDTidS5HtC9pprJXAFz3FNVMpT7YeSqLUi1FRwdV2ALHOjdvhVOMwkaQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The North Wasco County School District 21 board debated whether to pull a recently hired chief financial officer from the consent agenda and delay formal reporting until July, but a motion to do so failed at the meeting.

Board members said the matter matters because of differing interpretations of the board’s authority over licensed versus non‑licensed hires and because a delayed reporting period could disrupt operational work such as payroll and budget implementation.

Board members raised two core concerns. Several said the board’s statutory responsibility is to approve licensed staff and that non‑licensed hires are typically an operational responsibility of the superintendent; others said the board has overall responsibility for district operations and should therefore have fuller visibility and opportunity to review important central office hires before they are finalized. One board member said, “I’m pulling it out for until July rolls around and can be informed of the city?” (transcript). Another asked whether delaying the report would leave the district without a functioning chief financial officer for nearly a month, noting that “we did offer him a job. He accepted it” and that the person “has been doing some training” (transcript).

Board members also voiced practical concerns about timing. One member said the district’s meeting schedule is late in the month and that payroll continues, adding that delaying the matter “gives me pause” because of potential operational impacts if the new hire is not in place to help implement the new budget. Another suggested scheduling an additional meeting earlier than the regular date so the new board could be informed without delaying the hire.

Board members asked staff and outside organizations for clarification. One participant reported contacting the Oregon School Boards Association for guidance and, after not reaching them, consulted “Nancy” for clarification; that participant said Nancy told them the board is responsible, which contributed to the confusion about proper procedure (transcript).

The board voted on a motion to remove the hire from the consent agenda and postpone discussion until July; the motion did not carry. A board member clarified afterward that the motion was specifically to pull the item from the consent agenda and that it failed, leaving the personnel report on the consent agenda. The board then approved the full consent agenda as presented during the meeting.

Where discussion only occurred: board members debated roles, statutory authority, and timing; they asked for clearer documentation and suggested revisiting policy language at the start of the new school year. No formal change to policy was made at the meeting.

What happened next: because the motion to delay failed, the item remained on the consent agenda and the consent agenda subsequently passed. Board members stated they plan to review documentation and consider additional discussion in July to resolve the authority question and to refine the personnel reporting process.

Meeting context: the exchange occurred during the board’s agenda review and consent agenda discussion and included repeated requests for procedural clarification, practical concerns about payroll and budget implementation, and disagreement about whether the board must approve non‑licensed hires.","Board discussion and a failed motion to pull a recently hired chief financial officer from the consent agenda highlighted confusion over whether the board must approve non‑licensed staff, and concerns about timing for payroll and budget implementation.","actionData","errors"]

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