Owen-Withee School Board Update
Friday, August 14th, 2020 -- 10:15 AM
The Owen-Withee School board discussed the Use of Space Agreement with Clark County Community Services at their meeting on Monday.On a 7-0 vote, the board approved renewing the contract with Clark County Community Services to provide mental health service to the district’s students and faculty. The board also approved, with a 6-1 vote, increasing substitute teacher pay from $105 per day to $110. Finally, on a 7-0 vote, the board approved using a GEERS grant from the state to purchase laptops for teachers. With the impending school year involving virtual learning and possible closures, there is a real need to upgrade the equipment that the teachers need to provide this type of educational opportunities. The board also heard the Administrators’ Reports. Elementary Principal Matt Cihlar stated that on Thursday, August 13th, teachers had the opportunity to do some professional development in the area of Google Classroom and SeeSaw for delivering online curriculum.
Professional Development will also be delivered to teachers as they continue the implementation and expansion of the ARC Reading program this year. Thursday, August 20 will be the Elementary Open House. Appointments will be scheduled this year to reduce the number of people in the building at one time. Finally, the all-day Summer School will be held August 24- 27.
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