Twin Falls District #411 | minutes | meeting 2026-08-10 | 2- Board Approved Minutes/8-10-26 MINUTES.pdf source: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=19PQ0H7mz8tqO7v-xGGiNhJhBdZ4tF4Fp I< 8358 TWIN FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS School District No. 411 201 MAIN AVENUE WEST TWIN FALLS, IDAHO 83301 (208) 733-6900 August 10, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order - The Board of Trustees of School District No. 411, Twin Falls County, State of Idaho, met in its properly noticed/posted, regular monthly meeting at Twin Falls School District Boardroom located at 160 Gooding Street West, Twin Falls, Idaho, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., on Monday, August 10, 2026. The following trustees were present: Chairman Eric Smallwood; Vice Chairman Jayson Lloyd; Trustees Heidi Casdorph, Heidi Tubbs, and Emily Christensen. Also present were Superintendent Brady Dickinson, Associate Superintendent Ryan Nesmith, Board Clerk Michelle Lucas, district directors, interested patrons, employees, and the media. Pledge of Allegiance - The Board of Trustees stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Agenda (Additions and Deletions) — Chairman Eric Smallwood asked if there were any additions or deletions to the agenda. There were none. Trustee Christensen moved to approve the agenda as posted. Trustee Tubbs seconded the motion; motion carried. Unscheduled Delegations (Audience to Address the Board) — There were none. Consent Calendar — Trustee Christensen moved to approve the consent calendar items A-J which included: Minutes from July 8, 2026; board financial reports; building financial reports; accounts payable and payroll; contracts for private service providers (PSP)/consultants: Primary Therapy Source (DDA Services); new certified employees: Kylie Brittin, Freshman Foundations Teacher at Canyon Ridge High School, Melissa Burgess, 2nd Grade Teacher at Sawtooth Elementary School, Macie Diehl, Counselor at Sawtooth Elementary School, Raylei Englestadter, Science Teacher at O'Leary Middle School, Cassandra Finn, Resource-ERC Teacher at Canyon Ridge High School, Katrina Gibb, Resource Teacher at Perrine Elementary School, Shay Lee Helquist, Social Studies Teacher, South Hills Middle School, Tierra Korb, Counselor at Lincoln Elementary School, Dalon Kayle, Social Studies Teacher at South Hills Middle School, Melissa Morse, Resource Teacher at South Hills Middle School, Anna Nixon, 4th Grade Teacher at Morningside Elementary School, Lily Pugh, Kindergarten Teacher at Lincoln Elementary School, Danilyn Roseman, Science Teacher at South Hills Middle School, Kristine Rutledge, Art Teacher at South Hills Middle School, Conor Smith, Language Arts Teacher at O'Leary Middle School, Jamie Sorensen, Kindergarten Teacher at Sawtooth Elementary School, Amanda Thompson, Resource-ERC Teacher at Robert Stuart Middle School, Jennifer Tingey, 5th Grade Teacher at Sawtooth Elementary School, Amanda (Brook) Trenkle, Preschool Teacher at Perrine Elementary School, Angelo Trujillo, Language Arts Teacher at South Hills Middle School, Michael Van Loon, Math Teacher at Magic Valley wo 8359 High School, Kimra Wills, Math Teacher at Bridge Academy, Zachary Young, Ist Grade Teacher at Harrison Elementary School; certified release of contract requests from Erica Browning, Family Consumer Science Teacher at Twin Falls High School and Kemberlee Stern, Resource Teacher at Oregon Trail Elementary School; new certified extra-curricular employees: Callae Marcellus, Girls Soccer JV Assistant Coach at Twin Falls High School, Conor Smith, 7th Grade Football Head Coach at O'Leary Middle School; certified extra- curricular resignation from Stormy Heinz as 8" volleyball head coach at O’Leary Middle School; and request for alternative authorizations for Conor Smith as English teacher at O’Leary School, Lily Pugh as kindergarten teacher at Lincoln Elementary School, Taelar Kennison as 5" grade teacher at Perrine Elementary School, Tierra Korb as school counselor at Lincoln Elementary School, Kyli Brittin as language arts teacher at Canyon Ridge High School, Alannah Hurley as family and consumer science teacher at Robert Stuart Middle School, Cassandra Finn as ERC teacher at Canyon Ridge High School, Raylei Englestadter as science teacher at O’Leary Middle School, Amanda Thompson as ERC teacher at Robert Stuart Middle School. Motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Lloyd; motion carried. Superintendent’s Report: Twin Falls Education Association Co-Presidents, Camille Johnson and Mike Wilkinson, addressed the Board and announced who their executive council members will be: Vice President Beliz Garcia, Treasurer Stormy Heinz, and Secretary Lisa Odaffer. Ms. Johnson and Mr. Wilkinson invited the Board to pop into the school's classrooms. Teachers would love to have them visit their classes. Superintendent Dickinson announced the classified employee of the month for the month of July as Sumer Koontz, administrative assistant to the elementary program director. Superintendent Dickinson read a brief resume for Mrs. Koontz and presented her with a plaque and a gift from the Board. Director of Human Resources Shannon Swafford updated the Board on current vacancies districtwide. As of August 10"", there are still 6 certified positions open, and 2 more need to be added for a total of 8 needing to be filled. Ms. Swafford stood for questions from the Board. Instruction A. Information Item: Superintendent Dickinson shared dates for this year’s homecoming: Canyon Ridge High School’s is September 11" and Twin Falls High School’s is October 2"', 2026. The Service Bowl is set for September 25, 2026, at Canyon Ridge High School. Opening Day Ceremony is set for August 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. This event will be posted if the Board wishes to attend. Chairman Smallwood will be a guest speaker. Associate Superintendent Ryan Nesmith shared District data including testing windows, length of the assessments, graduation data, low-income data, IRI, ISAT scores, and the State Report Card. He walked Trustees through the website and showed them the search capabilities to compare schools or school districts with schools/districts with similar demographics. Elementary Programs Director Nancy Murphy and Secondary Programs = < — = = | 8360 Director Wendy Ohlensehlen joined Dr. Nesmith at the podium to answer questions from the Board. Dr. Nesmith pointed out that nationally, Idaho is listed as 14". Instruction B. Action Item: None Budget & Finance A. Information Items: Associate Superintendent Nesmith shared the 2026-2027 safety and regular bus routes for board approval. The Board discussed that the more rural routes look a little shorter this year. Dr. Nesmith and Mid-Columbia Location Manager Johna Helmer stood for questions from the Board. This item is also up for action because it’s time-sensitive with school starting August 20, 2026. Superintendent Dickinson shared details outlining the recommendation for a 2027-2029 supplemental levy renewal in the amount of $7.2 million. In accordance with Section 33- 802(3), Idaho Code, as amended, the Board of Trustees of School District No. 411, Twin Falls County, State of Idaho (the "District") has determined there is a need for a supplemental levy in the amount of $7,200,000 per year for two (2) years, for the purpose of paying all lawful expenses of maintaining and operating the District, for the fiscal years beginning July 1, 2027, and ending June 30, 2029. The election date is November 3, 2026. The purpose for the levy will be outlined on the ballot as required by law: Safety and Security: School Resource Officers, Armed Elementary Security Guards, Security/Behavior Aids, and Other Security Needs: $1,500,000; Extracurricular Activities: Sports, Drama, Music, etc.: $500,000; Salaries and Benefits for Staffing Needs: $4,400,000; and School Maintenance Staff and Supplies: $800,000 for a total of $7,200,000. Superintendent Dickinson stood for questions from the Board. Rates that have to be listed are before any tax relief, and keeping the amount the same will keep the levy rates the same. Dr. Dickinson also pointed out that our rates have dropped for two reasons: 1. is because Twin Falls has more businesses paying in, and 2. the property values have gone up. He also noted that the disclosure shows a higher amount because we are not allowed to list the amounts with tax relief. Budget & Finance B. Action Items: After some discussion, Trustee Tubbs moved that the Board approve the 2026-2027 safety and regular bus routes as submitted. Trustee Casdorph seconded the motion; the motion carried. After some discussion, Trustee Christensen moved to approve the resolution calling for a supplemental levy in the amount of 7.2 million. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion; motion carried. Personnel A. Information Item: Most recent classified personnel new hires, retirements, and resignations were shared with the Board. Public Relations Director Eva Craner, shared revision recommendations to policies/procedures as a first reading: ISBA Updates: 2353 Minute of Silence, 3295 Hazing, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying, and Cyberbullying, 3295P Hazing, Is > sa OQ ~< 8361 Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying, and Cyberbullying, 3515P Food Allergy Management - Medical Plans of Care, 5100 Hiring Process and Criteria, 5100P2 Hiring Process and Criteria - Procedures for Obtaining Personnel Records for Applicants, 5100F Authorization for Release of Information on Past Employment with School Employers, 5210 Workday, 5260 Abused and Neglected Child Reporting, 5265 Employee Responsibilities Regarding Student Harassment, 5272 Prohibition on Staff Support of Social Transitions, 5330 Employee Email and Online Services Usage, 5335 Employee Use of Electronic Communication Devices, and 5500 Personnel Records. These will return for Board action next month. Personnel B. Action Item: After some discussion, Trustee Christensen moved to approve proposed changes to: 2395 Idaho Digital Learning Alliance Classes - NEW, 2700P4 ISAT Proficiency, 2700P6 Waivers, Alternative Pathways, and Early Graduation, 2940 Class Record Book — REMOVE, 2960F1 Computing Device and Network Acceptable Use Agreement, 2960F2 Mobile Computing Device Use Agreement, 2960F3 Petsonal Computing Device Agreement, 2965 Technology Instruction and Determining ADA — REMOVE, 3400 Student Athlete Drug Testing, and 3511 Medication Administration - Diabetes. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion, and the motion passed unanimously. Board Goals A. Information Item: The board discussed ideas for September 23, 2026, work-session agenda. The Board discussed having a panel of the GT program participants, migrant programs update, and a supplemental levy presentation. The Board will finalize the agenda on September 14, 2026. Superintendent Dickinson read and reviewed his 2026-2027 goals which included: Student Success and Future Readiness, Engaged and Empowered Staff, Family and Community Partnerships, and Safe, Supportive Learning Environments, and others to pass the supplemental levy in November. Dr. Dickinson asked for input and stood for questions. Trustees asked for talking points for the upcoming levy. Board Goals B. Action Item: None Future Agenda Items: The next board meeting will be on September 14, 2026. The next board work session will take place on September 23, 2026, in the Boardroom at 5:00 p.m. TFEA/TFSD breakfast meetings begin September 15'" and will continue on the 3 Tuesday of each month at 6:45 a.m. before the workday begins. These breakfast meetings are posted accordingly. Since there was no other business to come before the Board, Trustee Christensen moved that the Board retire into executive session after a quick break as per Idaho Code 74-206(1) subsection (b), and (d): (b) to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of employees, staff members; and (d) to consider records that are 8362 exempt from disclosure as provided in chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code: Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan (annual approval). Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion. Chairman Smallwood asked Clerk, Michelle Lucas to poll the board. Roll call vote was as follows: Chairman Eric Smallwood — Yes; Vice Chairman Jayson Lloyd — Yes; Trustee Heidi Tubbs — Yes; Trustee Heidi Casdorph - Yes, and Trustee Emily Christensen - Yes. Motion carried. With over a of the Board voting, the Board convened into executive session at 8:31 p.m. Personnel Issue(s) were discussed from 8:31 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan was discussed from 8:45 p.m. to 8:59 p.m. Open to the public at 8:59 p.m. Action in open session: 1. Trustee Christensen moved to approve the 2026-2027 Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan as presented in executive session. Trustee Casdorph seconded the motion; the motion passed unanimously. By Vice Chairman Lloyd moved to deny the request for release of contract for Tyler Mildenberg from his contract and to terminate his supplemental contract as proposed. Trustee Tubbs seconded the motion; the motion carried. Trustee Tubbs moved to deny the request for release of contract for Kaylee Jones. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion. Motion carried. Point of clarification: we do not release them from their 2026-2027 contracts with Twin Falls School District 411. Trustee Tubbs moved to adjourn. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion; the motion carried. The time was 9:03 p.m. hairman, Eric Smallwood ATTEST: Clerk, Vit Lucas 950 TWIN FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS School District No. 411 201 MAIN AVENUE WEST TWIN FALLS, IDAHO 83301 (208) 733-6900 Executive Session August 10, 2026 The Board of Trustees of Twin Falls School District #411 met in executive session on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 8:31 p.m., Twin Falls, Idaho. Chairman Eric Smallwood conducted the meeting. Vice Chairman Jayson Lloyd, Trustees Heidi Tubbs, Heidi Casdorph, and Emily Christensen, along with Superintendent Brady Dickinson, Board Clerk Michelle Lucas, Associate Superintendent Ryan Nesmith, and Director of Human Resources Shannon Swafford, were in attendance. Since there was no other business to come before the Board, Trustee Christensen moved that the Board retire into executive session after a quick break as per Idaho Code 74-206(1) subsection (b), and (d): (b) to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of employees, staff members; and (d) to consider records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code: Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan (annual approval). Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion. Chairman Smallwood asked Clerk, Michelle Lucas to poll the board. Roll call vote was as follows: Chairman Eric Smallwood — Yes; Vice Chairman Jayson Lloyd — Yes; Trustee Heidi Tubbs — Yes; Trustee Heidi Casdorph - Yes, and Trustee Emily Christensen - Yes. Motion carried. With over a % of the Board voting, the Board convened into executive session at 8:31 p.m. Personnel Issue(s) were discussed from 8:31 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan was discussed from 8:45 p.m. to 8:59 p.m. Open to the public at 8:59 p.m. Action in open session: 1. Trustee Christensen moved to approve the 2026-2027 Administration Safety Manual/Emergency Plan as presented in executive session. Trustee Casdorph seconded the motion; the motion passed unanimously. 2, Vice Chairman Lloyd moved to deny the request for release of contract for Tyler Mildenberg from his contract and to terminate his supplemental contract as proposed. Trustee Tubbs seconded the motion; the motion carried. Trustee Tubbs moved to deny the request for release of contract for Kaylee Jones. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion. Motion carried. Point of clarification: we do not release them from their 2026-2027 contracts with Twin Falls School District 411. Trustee Tubbs moved to adjourn. Vice Chairman Lloyd seconded the motion; the motion carried. The time was 9:03 p.m. i ATTEST: Chairman, Eric Smallwood Clerk, Michelle Lucas