| 1. Approval of Agenda | |
The Vision of the Anchorage Board of Education: “Launching Lifelong Learning, Through Inspiration, Exploration, and Connections”
The mission of Anchorage Public School is to unite with the Anchorage community to equip all students with the knowledge, skills, behaviors, and mindset that will inspire and empower them to make a positive impact on their community and world.
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| 2. Items for Approval | |
| A. APPROVAL - Donation Acceptance | |
Rationale:
I am pleased to recommend the approval of a donation given to AISD, in the amount of $12,645, for the purposes of the innovation lab. This donation has been received and will be reflected on this month's donation report at the 02/26/2026 Regular Board Meeting
Board Policy 04.61 is provided below for your convenience:
FISCAL MANAGEMENT 04.61
Gifts and Donations, and Grants
The Board may directly accept gifts or donations that are restricted by the grantor to be used in furtherance of lawful school safety, security, and student health purposes to the extent allowed by applicable laws and shall use any accepted gift or donation for the purpose for which it was granted.1
Donations
With the Principal’s approval, schools may receive any gifts of real or personal property for the benefit of the school or for the students of the school that is valued less than $1000 and hold and use it as requested. Donations valued at more than $1000 may be provisionally accepted by the Superintendent, but must be approved by the Board. Any gift so approved and accepted on behalf of the school becomes the property of the Board.
A report of donations received by schools and the District shall be submitted to the Board at regular meetings. A listing of all donations shall be submitted to the Board at year-end.
Family Resource and Youth Service Centers
The District may accept monetary donations for the operation and maintenance of Family Resource and Youth Service Centers (FRYSCs). Any donations given to the District for operation and maintenance of FRYSCs shall be used for that purpose only.2
The Board shall accept gifts and grants from private sources, including donors wishing to remain anonymous, subject to the provisions of KRS 160.580 and with the understanding that the purpose must be consistent with the policies and programs approved by the Board. Professional services provided to the District as a gift or donation through a professional services contract or Memorandum of Agreement shall be approved by the Board prior to acceptance of the donation and before beginning services within the District.
References:
1KRS 160.580; 158.4461
2KRS 156.496
Accounting Procedures for Kentucky School Activity Funds (Redbook)
Related Policy:
04.312
Adopted/Amended: 2/12/2024
Order #: VB
Recommendation:
Approve acceptance of donation for the Innovation Lab in the amount of $12,645.00. | |
| B. APPROVAL - APTA Auction Ask Donation | |
Rationale:
The APTA provides important volunteer support, as well as a considerable financial contribution to Anchorage Public School each year. This donation would be a nice gesture of gratitude to the APTA by the School Board.
Recommendation:
I recommend the Board approve the donation of up to forty (40) days of an Active Anchors Club fee waiver for one student (not to exceed $1,000 in value) and up to forty (40) days of an Art Club fee waiver for one student (not to exceed $1,000 in value) to the Anchorage Parent Teacher Association, to be offered for sale at the 2026 PTA auction fundraiser. | |
| C. APPROVAL - Design Standards Committee Resolution | |
Rationale:
In order to support the initiatives in our Strategic Plan Operational Excellence by Design pillar, the board has indicated a desire to establish an AISD Design Standards Committee. Proposed invitation letter, charge statements, and membership structure are provided for your consideration. Although some invitees may choose not to participate, we intend to proceed with the initial committee meeting with those who accept. Even with reduced membership, the committee will reflect a cross-section of the community and be positioned to develop thoughtful recommendations. If the committee members deem at any point throughout their service that membership should be expanded, it will be brought back to the board for consideration.
The purpose of the AISD Design Standards Committee is to develop design standard recommendations for adoption by the AISD Board of Education and incorporation into the district’s master facilities plan. These standards will guide future refreshing and remodeling of district assets, including our grounds, school buAdopt a resolution forming the AISD Design Standards Committee, establishing the charge statements as presented, and authorizing the Superintendent to extend invitations to the proposed membership for work to begin in March 2026 ilding, and district office.
The following language regarding committee appointments is taken from Board Policy 10.2:
"From time to time, the Board may appoint committees composed of citizens to advise the Board on specific matters. The Superintendent shall appoint District employees to serve on these committees as necessary. Such committees shall be ad hoc in nature and will serve at the pleasure of the Board.
Committees appointed by the Board shall comply with requirements of the Open Meetings Law."
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution forming the AISD Design Standards Committee, establishing the charge statements as presented, and authorizing the Superintendent to extend invitations to the proposed membership for work to begin in March 2026
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| D. APPROVAL - G. Scott & Associates PLC Continuation of Scope | |
Rationale:
During the working meeting held on February 2, 2026, the Board identified several priority facilities projects to be considered for inclusion in a renovation scope for potential bidding and implementation as early as Summer 2026. Identified areas include roofing, water infiltration mitigation, accessibility improvements, and campus communication systems.
We have already engaged G. Scott for the evaluation phase, Board action is required to formalize the continuation of the scope. G. Scott & Associates, Architects, PLC will develop a detailed scope of work and prepare bid documents for Board consideration.
The board also needs to take action in order for Superintendent Six to file a BG-1 that will set a preliminary budget and scope. Assuming a $1m project, the architect fee will be around 7% per the KDE fee schedule. The contract will say per KDE fee schedule and the amount will be updated the on the BG-1 after we know how much is roofing at 6% and how much is moisture mitigation at 8.75%
Recommendation:
Move to hire G. Scott and Associates Architects, PLC for renovation scope to include roofing, electrical, water infiltration mitigation, accessibility, and communication systems at the School and Board Office and to file the BG-1 as presented. | |
| E. APPROVAL - Vouchers | |
| F. APPROVAL - Middle School Overnight Field Trips | |
Rationale:
7th Grade Overnight Trip:
- Dates April 14-16, 2026
- Approximate maximum cost $500 per student
- Lodging - Jameson Camp, Indianapolis, Indiana
- Scheduled Events
- Benjamin Harrison house- explore the legacy of President Harrison and the artifacts at his home through a guided tour. Students will be in groups with a guide to ask questions and get a private tour of the house and grounds.
- Connors Prairie- Students will explore an outdoor museum at prairie town and learn about life in the 1830s in hands on experiences with reenactors and a recreate prairie town. Students will get a hands on animal experience with sheep, and ride a tethered Hot air balloon from 1859. (Sack lunch here)
- Dinner and showing of "Singin' in the Rain" at Beef and Boards. Students will enjoy a musical dinner theater and enjoy this 1950s classic. This artistic experience will make for a well rounded day and provide a unique dinner experience with a musical many student may not have seen before.
- Indianapolis zoo- Students will spend the morning exploring the zoo in small groups and observing animals. This allows students to connect to science lessons on habitats and ecosystems and social studies lessons on climate zones and geography. (Students will have a box lunch here).
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum- We will explore the Motor Speed Way museum and the rich history of Nascar in Indianapolis. Students will participate in a design stem challenge and explore the many interactive exhibits at the museum.
- Indianapolis Children's Museum- Students will explore this world class museum in small groups. Filled with hands on interactive exhibits, small groups will have lots of different options to explore. (Students will have a box lunch here- option to purchase extras from the cafe).
- NCAA museum- This one-of-a-kind museum will allow students to explore the history of the NCAA tournament and the legacy of basketball in Indianapolis and beyond. Students will explore a historic gym where the final four was hosted, exhibits on elite athletes, and a guided tour of the museum.
Overall, this trip offers a wide variety of learning experiences: social studies through the US history connections; science through the animal experiences; math, science, and STEM experiences at the NCAA museum and Motor Speedway museum; and ELA through the storytelling of the musical and reenactors at Connors Prairie. In addition to these valuable academic experiences, students will have wonderful teambuilding and class bonding experiences: team building and games at Jameson camp, exploring the multitude of interactive exhibits, and the bonding time on the bus. We planned these excursions and experiences knowing they will bring them closer as a class.
6th Grade Overnight Trip
- Dates: April 21-22nd 2026
- Approximate maximum cost $300 per student
- Lodging: Inn on the River Hotel, Gatlinburg, TN
- Experiences
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies- Students will explore the marine life housed in the aquarium and participate in an inquiry-based course designed by the aquarium. This aligns closely with science curriculum both from previous years (4th grade shark dissection) and current/future standards in middle school including ecosystems, habitats, and adaptations.
- Titanic museum- students will explore a museum setup as a life-size replica of the titanic. This aligns directly with their ELA amplify unit on the Titanic and Social studies standards on using primary and secondary sources to investigate historical events.
- Dinner Theater- Students will enjoy a lumberjack themed dinner experience where they will see professional lumberjacks duel in various events. This will demonstrate real world applications of physics, inertia, and other scientific principles.
- Dollywood theme park- Students will spend the day immersed in the culture of the Appalachian and Smoky mountains. The Rides and attractions all highlight the rich culture and geography of the region. The rides themselves offer real world demonstrations of the laws of motions students have been studying in 6th grade science.
8th Grade Trip - Florida
Based on increased costs, the price has increased over the approved $600 per student. All students attending have paid 1 down payment in the amount of $200. Currently balance due per student is $467.00 making total costs $667.00 per student.
Recommendation:
Approve 6th and 7th grade overnight trips as presented and approve increase in price of 8th grade trip. | |
| G. APPROVAL - Common Carrier Request | |
Rationale:
Anchorage Independent School District Policy 09.36 requires that the Board of Education specifically authorize the use of common carrier service for field trip transportation on a case-by-case basis. This is in compliance with 702 KAR 5:060.
Common Carrier transportation is defined as any form of transportation other than privately owned vehicles or school buses. Common Carriers must be chartered and licensed by the Interstate Commerce Commission. Some examples of these are the following:
- Greyhound
- TARC
- Trailways
- Trains
- River boats (Belle of Louisville)
- All commercial airlines (Delta, Southwest, etc.)
- All privately owned, coach-type buses and limousines
- Rented vans (rate 10 passengers or less)
Recommendation:
I recommend that the Board approve the use of Common Carriers for the following school field trip:
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| H. APPROVAL - Job Description - Technology | |
Rationale:
District Technology Coordinator - DRAFT
Attached is a formal job description for the District Technology Coordinator. This position has recently opened with the retirement of long-standing DTC, Lee Collard.
Recommendation:
Approve the District Technology Coordinator job description as presented. | |
| 3. 2026-27 School Year Resource Discussion | Sharla Six |
Current Enrollment:
Sharing of School Staff Survey Questions
Need for Student Surveys to inform budget decision-making (Improving Student Experience)
Link for Google Doc: Draft Considerations for 26-27 Budget | |
| 4. Strategic Plan Scorecard Discussion | |
Board members are encouraged to share an update at the meeting on your Pillar team's progress since January 7th, questions, needs, and any planned next steps related to the Strategic Plan scorecard. | |
| 5. Adjournment | |