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Soda Springs Joint District #150

Regular Mtg January 28, 2026

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VISION: Educate Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities MISSION: Graduate each Student Prepared for College, Advanced Training, Career, and 
Citizenship CORE VALUES: Respect, Dignity, Honesty, Responsibility, Advocacy, Teamwork STRATEGIC VALUES: Quality Teaching and 
Learning: We will deliver an aligned K-12 curriculum which prepares students for success in the work environment, college studies, and citizenship. We will promote 
excellence in critical thinking and rigorous academic learning. Educational Opportunity: We will provide students access to District programs and the 
opportunity to achieve success in those programs. Staff Resources: We will provide professional development opportunities for all staff and provide the resources to 
ensure instructional excellence. School Environment and Safety: We will provide safe, respectful and supportive school environments for students, teachers, 
staff, volunteers and patrons. Facilities: We will continue the planning process relative to future facility needs. 
SODA SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT #150 
BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNUAL MEETING 
January 28, 2026 @ 6:30 pm 
 
250 East 2nd South, Soda Springs ID 83276 
 
Streamed Online on Facebook Live on the Soda Springs School District #150 Facebook page 
Vision: Educate Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities 
 
AGENDA ITEMS*:  
1. 
Call meeting to order   
1.1 ACTION ITEM – Approval of Agenda 
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance 
 
2. 
EXECUTIVE SESSION:  Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(a) Personnel & (b) Student 
2.1 Discussion: Update:  Attorney litigation update 
 
3. 
Recognition:  Student of the Month- CMH / SSSD 
 
4. 
Continuous Improvement Plan / Administrative Reports 
4.1 Chair 
4.2 Superintendent 
4.3 Building Principals 
 
5. 
Public / Faculty / Staff Input  
To provide email input to the board please email boardclerk@sodaschools.org including your name and 
address before Monday January 26, 2026, at 3pm.  Input must be appropriate for a public setting.  Do not 
include input on individual personnel, students, or staff.  The board will take the input into consideration, 
however does not address or comment on the input during the meeting.  
   
 
6. 
Old Business:  
6.1 DISCUSSION: Facilities Cooperative Fund Application 
 
7. 
New Business: 
7.1 ACTION ITEM: Set 2026 Board Meeting Dates, Times, and Agenda Posting Locations 
7.2 ACTION ITEM: Elect 2026 Board Officers 
7.3 ACTION ITEM: Board of Trustees Code of Ethics 
7.4 ACTION ITEM: Thirkill Emergency Closure 12/18/25 
7.5 DISCUSSION: Supplemental Levy 2026-2027 
7.6 ACTION ITEM: Strategic Plan  
 
8. 
Policy Review:  
8.1 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 502 Student Handbooks

VISION: Educate Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities MISSION: Graduate each Student Prepared for College, Advanced Training, Career, and 
Citizenship CORE VALUES: Respect, Dignity, Honesty, Responsibility, Advocacy, Teamwork STRATEGIC VALUES: Quality Teaching and 
Learning: We will deliver an aligned K-12 curriculum which prepares students for success in the work environment, college studies, and citizenship. We will promote 
excellence in critical thinking and rigorous academic learning. Educational Opportunity: We will provide students access to District programs and the 
opportunity to achieve success in those programs. Staff Resources: We will provide professional development opportunities for all staff and provide the resources to 
ensure instructional excellence. School Environment and Safety: We will provide safe, respectful and supportive school environments for students, teachers, 
staff, volunteers and patrons. Facilities: We will continue the planning process relative to future facility needs. 
8.2 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 549 Prohibition of Gangs 
8.3 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 559 Food Allergies 
8.4 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 578 Student Participants in Drug Testing 
8.5 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 814 Budget Impletation and Execution 
8.6 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 818 Tax Exempt Status (NEW) 
8.7 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 832 Revenues 
8.8 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 834 Increase in Fees 
8.9 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 857.5 Contracted Educational Services 
8.10 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 1012F1 Patron Complaint Form (NEW) 
8.11 ACTION ITEM: 1st Reading Policy 1056 Web Accessibility 
 
9. 
Consent Agenda 
9.1  ACTION ITEM – Approve the Consent Agenda Items 
9.2  Minutes from 12-17-25 Board Meeting 
9.3  Bills Paid December 2025 
9.4  Budget ending December 31, 2025 
9.5  Resignation: M Clarke- SSHS, F. Howe- Sped Director, C. Ledbetter-TMS 
 
10. 
Announcements / Schedules / Correspondence  
10.1 Day on the Hill- February 16-17, 2026 
 
11. 
Adjournment  
*Although an agenda item indicates it is an action item, the board reserves the right to not take any action on that item.

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