August 19, 2024 Westonka School Board Meeting
Monday, August 19, 2024
Paraprofessional compensation and staffing needs
District financial snapshot and audit update
Property tax levy 2025 planning
AP test score analysis and student performance
Read Act professional development requirements
High school redesign and machining lab development
Facility projects update including tennis courts and security
Fall sports and school year start preparations
Votes (1)
Approval of the agenda
CarriedVoice vote
Moved by Chair · Seconded by Board member
Notable Quotes (2)
If it looks effortless I guarantee it's not we're doing our job we do what is asked of us these are not choices
Paraprofessional rolesExplaining the hidden complexity of a paraprofessional's daily tasks.
I feel that our district has done so much to help our kids not only survive but Thrive and I think that the district can put forth the resources to make this the same reality true for all of our employees as well
Employee compensationCalling for better wages for staff.
People (4)
Charlotte BaronParaprofessional
Paraprofessional at West Tonka High School and transition program for 20 years.
Matthew McIntyreSpecial Ed Paraprofessional
Employee at Hilltop Elementary and parent of a student receiving special ed services.
KathyFinancial Officer
Presented the June 30th financial audit snapshot and levy updates.
Dale KimbleInstructor
Future instructor for the new machining lab program.
Places Mentioned
West Tonka High SchoolHilltop ElementaryMoundDunwoody College of TechnologyShirley Hills
Events & Meetings (5)
- September 5th, 7:30 a.m. - Finance committee meeting
- September 9th, 5:30 p.m. - Policy committee meeting
- September 9th, 6:00 p.m. - Regular board meeting
- September 18th, 7:00 a.m. - Facilities committee meeting
- October 14th - Formal audit presentation