August 19, 2024 Westonka School Board Meeting
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
Full Document Analysis
Votes (1)
Approval of the agenda
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
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
People (4)
Charlotte BaronParaprofessionalParaprofessional at West Tonka High School and transition program for 20 years.
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Paraprofessional at West Tonka High School and transition program for 20 years.
“The pairs of West honka are not like those of surrounding districts we are highly qualified and extremely Cooperative... this is why we need more pay”
Advocating for increased wages for paraprofessionals during public comment.
Matthew McIntyreSpecial Ed ParaprofessionalEmployee at Hilltop Elementary and parent of a student receiving special ed services.
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Employee at Hilltop Elementary and parent of a student receiving special ed services.
“It's tough to live on a Paris pay... it's honestly tough to know that we have a job with such a critical role within our schools while always keeping an eye open for a second job”
Discussing the economic challenges faced by paraprofessionals.
KathyFinancial OfficerPresented the June 30th financial audit snapshot and levy updates.
Presented the June 30th financial audit snapshot and levy updates.
Dale KimbleInstructorFuture instructor for the new machining lab program.
Future instructor for the new machining lab program.
Places Mentioned
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