White River School District 47-1

Norris Elementary will be dismissing at 2:15 pm today due to the excessive heat. The air conditioner is working, but a few classrooms are having issues. We want to make sure students and staff remain comfortable.

This is a reminder for all parents, guardians, and students that school begins tomorrow! Breakfast will begin at 7:30 am and classes begin promptly at 8:05 am. We look forward to seeing all of the students back in their classes!

HS FB VS KADOKA AREA 8/17/23 Tigers football will play their first game of the season tonight vs Kadoka Area in White River. Kick off will be at 7:00 pm (central). Livestream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/Y1WAfY3Yp1M?feature=share Let's go Tigers!!!

Don't forget, the District Open House begins at 4:30 pm. Come meet the staff and share some air conditioning with us!

Good evening, Welcome to another school year! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming School Open House tomorrow evening from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm! This event is a wonderful opportunity for you to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated teachers, and learn more about our educational programs. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the enriching learning experiences we have in store for your students. Go Tigers!

You may purchase activity tickets in the main office. Adults $30 and Students $12. JOM Activity tickets are ready also if you need it before Thursday's game. Stop by the main office and pick it up. Go Tigers!

WHITE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 47-1 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AUGUST 14, 2023 6:30 PM – JANKLOW ROOM A. ROUTINES--ORDER A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG A-3 ROLL CALL A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS A-5 APPROVE AGENDA B. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.) If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board. Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. (An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion; and, only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.) Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation. B-1 Joyce Glynn – MGM Coalition B-2 Louann Krogman C. ROUTINES--BUSINESS C-1 Approve Minutes, Financial Reports, Payment of bills C-2 Fuel Bids D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS D-1 Principal’s Reports D-2 Travel Reports D-3 Travel Requests D-4 Jones County Bus Pick Up Points D-5 Sale of two projectors E SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT E-1 Facilities/ESSER, Master Planning Updates F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) as needed G. ADJOURNMENT

Updated Preschool Hours Breakfast for preschool students will begin at 7:30 am Dismissal/bussing will be at 3:30 pm Previously the preschool dismissed at 2:00 pm. Parents can still pick up their students at 2:00 pm if this is more convenient. Please call the elementary to make arrangements for your child. We hope the extended day will alleviate some of the pressure families are facing due to limited daycare services.

Student Registration begins this week! Please see the following schedule below: White River and Norris Elementary Monday-Thursday 9:00 am-4:00 pm Middle School and High School Monday, August 7th: 10:00 – 5:00 pm Tuesday, August 8th: 10:00 – 6:00 pm (Norris 4:00 – 7:00 pm) Wednesday, August 9th: 10:00 – 6:00 pm Thursday, August 10th: By Appointment

NOTICE: The Don Barnhart Gym will be closed through Monday for resurfacing/waxing. Please respect the posted signs and do not enter the gym. The custodians take a lot of pride in making sure our gym is clean, safe, and ready for when students return.

Due to funeral services, the business office will be closing at noon today. We apologize for the inconvenience.

The Community Events Center will be closed this evening through Wednesday for wake and funeral services. Thank you all for your understanding and respect for the families involved.

We’re grateful for our hardworking custodians and summer help! They’re waxing floors, moving furniture, and cleaning every nook and cranny to ensure our buildings are sparkling when staff and students return! We’re excited to welcome students back in just 3 weeks!

The business office and Don Barnhart Gym will once again be closed tomorrow (7-28-23). The roof will be getting repaired and the electricity must be shut off. They hope to finish tomorrow morning. There will be an update when the offices are open. Sorry for the inconvenience.

The business office and Don Barnhart Gym will be closed tomorrow (7-27-23). The roof will be getting repaired and the electricity must be shut off. Sorry for the inconvenience.

The business office and Don Barnhart Gym will be closed tomorrow (7-25-23). The roof will be getting repaired and the electricity must be shut off. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Please take one minute to complete the preschool survey by using the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8K76RX7 This survey will help us determine the 2023-24 preschool dismissal time.

Tigers basketball camp starts next Monday, July 10th. Flyer is attached, you can sign up day of if needed, any questions let us know, thanks!

WHITE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 47-1 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING July 10, 2023 6:30 PM A. ROUTINES--ORDER A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG A-3 ROLL CALL A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS A-5 APPROVE AGENDA B. Old Business B-1 Approval of the Minutes Approval of the Financial Reports Approval of payment of Accounts Payable for June 2023 Approval to Transfer Money Approval to approve Supplemental Budget B-2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.) If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board. Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. (An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion; and, only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.) Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation. 1. Tom Grimmond – Colliers Securities (Capital Outlay Certificates Information) NEW BUSINESS B-3-4 Nominate/Elect Chairman B-5 Nominate/Elect Vice-Chairman B-6 Custodian of Accounts B-7-9 Conflict of Interests B-10 Consolidated Application C. Budget Hearing 1. Approve the Budget D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS D-1 Approve – The Parent/Student Handbook D-2 Pay Bills D-3 Time, date, and Place for Meetings D-4 Set Travel and Per Diem for Board D-5 Board Committees D-6-21 Adopt Standing Board Authorizations D-22 Adopt PL 103-382 D-23 Technology Committee D-24 Contract with Consumer Driven Technologies D-25 Approve Auditors D-26 Travel Requests D-27 Amend 2023-2024 Calendar D-28 Event Worker Pay D-29 Procurement Plan for Child and Adult Nutrition D-30 SDHSAA Board Positions E. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT 1. Facilities/Master Planning Update 2. Renew America’s Schools Update 3. Pre-School Update F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) as needed G. ADJOURNMENT

The SDHSAA Summer Moratorium is from July 1-July 7. This is a time period restricting access to White River athletic facilities, including the weight room. Please see the SDHSSA rules below. SDHSAA Moratorium Rules: a. From July 1 - July 7 annually, no contact may take place between student-athletes and their coaches. This period shall be known as the summer “moratorium.” This restriction on activity includes any team contact, individual contact, private lesson, open gym or other situation wherein coaches will interact with student-athletes in an activity setting for any SDHSAA-Sanctioned Activity wherein coaching, guidance or supervision is provided. b. Coaches must abstain from any activity with their student-athletes during this time that could fall under the auspices as previously listed in this section. i. Clarification One – Coaches cannot schedule any team activity for their players, including camp participation, open gyms, conditioning programs or outside entities providing instruction, during the moratorium period. ii. Clarification Two – Coaches must make every attempt to not participate in any situation that could fall under the definitions as listed previously in this section. iii. Clarification Three – Coaches and Schools must refrain from allowing non-school personnel access to facilities, equipment or resources during the moratorium