The Trustees of Whitefish School District No. 44 and High School met for a work session on October 25, 2005 in the Whitefish High School Library.

Members Present: Chairperson Dave Fern, Pat Jarvi, Doug Rhodes, Amy Eddy, Phil Mitchell, Doug Rhodes, Eric Hosek, and Brian Lauterbach.

Members Absent: None.

Officials Present: Superintendent Jerry House and District Clerk Danelle Reisch.

Call to Order

Chairperson Fern called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Review and Revision of the Agenda

There were no changes.

Public Comment

There was none.

Architect Selection Process

Superintendent House informed the board that there is currently a binding contract with Architects West for the Central School and Whitefish High School projects through 2007. The board reviewed the screening process utilized in selecting the architect and discussion followed regarding the continuing relationship with Architects West as the district completes the Central School project and proceeds with a project at Whitefish High School.

New Board Policies

Superintendent House provided drafts of the two following policies for discussion:

· Policy 2450 – Recognition of Native American Cultural Heritage

· Policy 2510 – School Wellness

National School Board Association

Superintendent House provided information about the National School Board Conference and suggested the board send members to a national conference on a regular basis. Eric Hosek suggested donated funds might be available to send board members to a national conference. The board agreed it would be worthwhile for board members to attend a national conference.

Informational Discussion Session

Athletics/Activities

Activities Director Meg Olson provided information about the activity and athletic programs at Whitefish High School. Whitefish High School Assistant Principal Jeff Peck provided information about the Unified Students program, which is committed to creating a positive climate at WHS and in the community. Mrs. Olson outlined the annual fund-raising efforts and the coordination with the Booster Club. They also discussed budget, participation and the athletic and activity programs, in general.

Special Services

Special Services Director Dave Means provided information to the board about the pilot Response to Intervention program, trying to find the students before they “drop through the cracks”. He also provided information regarding the increasing number of students in special education and the potential need for behavior classrooms in the district.

Adjourn

Amy Eddy moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:55 p.m. Pat Jarvi seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.

11/8/05

Chairperson of the Board Date

11/8/05

Attest: Clerk to the Board Date