Williston High School

School Bond Referendum 2024 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡! March 4 - April 16 Voting Information, including: 🔸Absentee Voting Details 🔸April 17 Voting Locations/Times willistonschools.org/page/vote Main Bond Referendum Page: WillistonSchools.org/page/2024bond #2024Bond #WBSD7

Due to the weather & road conditions 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟰. 🔸 Busses will run 2 hours later than usual 🔸Earliest time students can be dropped off at schools is 2 hours later than the usual time 🔸No breakfast will be served 🔸Staff will report to work 2 hours later than their usual arrival time 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 UPDATE - Marketplace for Kids now decided to CANCEL their event for tomorrow, and they hope to reschedule if possible (3/3/24 7:34 PM) ORIGINAL MESSAGE: Students/Staff scheduled to attend Marketplace for Kids at WSC tomorrow will still be going. Busses will transport students/staff approximately two hours later than originally scheduled. ​Stay Safe, WBSD7 Administration Weather Information: weather.gov Road Condition Information: travel.dot.nd.gov Questions? communications@willistonschools.org NOTE: The decision to delay school or have a virtual learning day is not taken lightly. Information about the weather is gathered from many sources, including the National Weather Service, county/city agencies and WBSD7 transportation services (Harlow's).

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗪𝗕𝗦𝗗𝟳 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗡𝗢 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - March 11-15 for Spring Break 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁/𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗞-𝟴 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟱 & 𝟮𝟲 - All Elementary Schools 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟳 & 𝟮𝟴 - Williston Middle School Central Campus 𝗡𝗢 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 - March 29 for Good Friday WillistonSchools.org #wbsd7 #springbreak

📢𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃! Public Meeting Schedule for April 17th Bond Vote In light of community feedback and requests regarding the public meetings about the April 17th Bond vote, revisions were made to the initial schedule, location and format. 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Coyote Center Commons at Williston Middle School Central Campus (Door 5) 501 14th St W 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: Weekday meetings will begin at 5:30 PM. Saturday's meeting will begin at 9:00 AM. 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞: Open House 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: JLG Architects and District Staff 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬: These events will be open house style, allowing attendees to engage with presenters and ask questions at their own pace. While there will be a short presentation at the start, attendees should feel free to arrive at any time during the event. Multiple information stations will be set up for viewing and questioning. 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Presenters will be available for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours beyond the meeting start time to field questions. 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The initial presentation at each public meeting will be livestreamed. However, the open house format following the presentation will not be livestreamed due to the nature of many small conversations occurring. We look forward to seeing you there and addressing any questions or concerns you may have! For More Information on the Bond: willistonschools.org/page/2024bond

🌾🚜Nearing the end of CTE Month, we are highlighting 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 at Williston High School!🌱 Meet Mrs. Daniels, our dedicated agriculture education teacher, who inspires students to cultivate their passion for farming and beyond. 🌾👩‍🏫🚜 From the fundamentals to advanced skills like welding and drafting, our courses cover it all! 🛠️ Our students not only learn about agriculture but also become leaders through FFA. Last week, FFA members participated in a variety of activities, including a mock accident simulation, showcasing the importance of ag safety. Let's honor the growth and innovation happening in our agriculture classroom!

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Frequently Asked Questions page regarding the 2024 school bond referendum. willistonschools.org/page/bond-faqs Whether you're seeking clarity or curious about the details, this page is designed to address common inquiries. Additionally, we welcome your input and encourage you to share your thoughts via our Bond Questions/Comments Form, accessible through our FAQ page. Your feedback is invaluable as we strive to best serve our district and community. Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.willistonschools.org/page/bond-faqs Best regards, WBSD7 Administration

We cordially invite you to attend any or all of the public meetings regarding the April 17th School Bond Referendum Vote. These informational meetings will include an informational bond presentation and an opportunity for questions and answers. 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 Location: WBSD7 District Office 1201 9th Ave NW Wednesday, March 20 at 4:30 PM Wednesday, March 27 at 4:30 PM Saturday, April 6 at 9:00 AM Wednesday, April 10 at 4:30 PM Monday, April 15 at 4:30 PM The meetings will also be Live Streamed on our YouTube channel. youtube.com/@WillistonBasinSchoolDistrict7/streams 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: willistonschools.org/page/2024bond Best regards, WBSD7 Administration

Celebrating CTE Month Spotlight: 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 at Williston High School! 🚗🛠️ Under the guidance of 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝘇𝗺𝗮𝗻, our Automotive Program equips students with essential skills in general service technology, preparing them for a future in Automotive Technology. 🔧 Year One: Students dive into the fundamentals, covering engine repair, transmissions, brakes, and more, following NATEF standardized programming. 🔩 Year Two: Building on their knowledge, students delve deeper into areas like electrical systems, steering, and engine performance, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of automotive technology. 🏆 Program Highlights: Our students are active members of SkillsUSA, gaining valuable experience and connections. Plus, we provide updated equipment, ensuring hands-on learning experiences that mirror real-world scenarios. We are proud of our teacher and students' dedication and achievements in the Automotive Program, shaping the next generation of skilled professionals!

𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 #𝟳 $𝟯𝟱 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗺 The Williston Basin School District #7 announces a proposed $35 million bond to be voted on by the District #7 Community members on April 17th, 2024. The purpose of the proposed bond is to provide funds for the construction and equipping of one new elementary school, the purchase of land, and to improve, renovate, remodel, construct, and equip school property while making site improvements. The School Board will finalize the location of the potential new school soon, please watch for an announcement. For more information, voting locations, absentee voting, estimated monthly impact to taxpayers, and an interactive tax calculator, please visit: https://www.willistonschools.org/page/2024bond Please stay tuned for more updates regarding the Williston Basin School District #7 2024 Bond Referendum. If you have questions, please contact Paula Lankford at communications@willistonschools.org WillistonSchools.com #wbsd7 #2024Bond

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝟮 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀!🤩 2024/2025 - https://5il.co/2eqwa 2025/2026 - https://5il.co/2eqwb The WBSD7 school calendars for the next two years have been carefully crafted by a team comprised of parents, teachers, and administrators. The calendars were subsequently approved by the school board on 2/12/24.

Celebrating CTE Month Spotlight: 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 🌟 Join us in highlighting the dynamic Business Program at Williston High School! 𝗟𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗶 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻, 𝗞𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗮 𝗢𝘁𝗶𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗰𝗼𝘅, our students explore diverse business courses designed to give them vital skills for the future. Here's a glimpse into what our program offers: 📊 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏-𝟐 & 𝟑-𝟒: Dive into fundamental accounting principles, including terminology, financial statements, and ethical considerations. 💰 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆: Explore the impact of financial decisions on personal and career goals, covering topics from budgeting to investment strategies. 💻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗜: Develop essential computer skills and ethical practices for effective information management. 🏢 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Gain insights into organizing, developing, and managing businesses, alongside entrepreneurial concepts and career planning. 🎓 𝗗𝘂𝗮𝗹-𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀: Elevate learning with courses in Business Fundamentals, Management & Leadership, and Marketing, earning college credits while in high school. Exciting highlights include Mrs. Otis leading our 𝗙𝗕𝗟𝗔 chapter (Future Business Leaders of America) to state competitions and Miss Wilcox's stellar performance in the classroom. Students receive foundational financial literacy education before venturing into specialized business pathways, with opportunities to interact with local entrepreneurs and industry professionals. 𝗞𝘂𝗱𝗼𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 who continuously contribute to the success and value of our business program. Your dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm play a vital role in shaping the future leaders of tomorrow. Keep up the fantastic work!

Due to the icy conditions, 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. - Busses will run 2 hours late. - No Breakfast will be served Weather Information: weather.gov Road Condition Information: travel.dot.nd.gov Questions? communications@willistonschools.org NOTE: The decision to delay school or have a virtual learning day is not taken lightly. Information about the weather is gathered from many sources, including the National Weather Service, county/city agencies and WBSD7 transportation services (Harlow's).

Due to the icy conditions, 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. Busses will run 2 hours late. Weather Information: weather.gov Road Condition Information: travel.dot.nd.gov Questions? communications@willistonschools.org NOTE: The decision to delay school or have a virtual learning day is not taken lightly. Information about the weather is gathered from many sources, including the National Weather Service, county/city agencies and WBSD7 transportation services (Harlow's).

🌟 Celebrating CTE Month - Spotlight on Health Science Program! 🌟 Join us in recognizing the outstanding Health Science program at Williston High School during Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month! 🏥👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Our dedicated 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐆𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐥, who always go above and beyond to provide our students with a high quality, hands-on educational experience! 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖 1. 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: A general introduction to the field of health care, covering the history, patient confidentiality, medical ethics, and various health professions. 2. 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲: Introduction to medical terminology to develop an understanding of vocabulary associated with the body and the medical profession. 3. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬: Review of human anatomy and physiology, providing an opportunity for job shadowing in the community to prepare students for a career in health care. 4. 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 (𝐂𝐍𝐀): Students learn essential skills and basic nursing knowledge to care for patients and nursing home residents. Upon completion, they can take the CNA certification exam. 5. 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 (𝐄𝐌𝐓): In-depth course on caring for and transporting the sick and injured, including ride-alongs with the local EMS service. Students can take the National Registry EMT Exam upon completion. 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 👩‍⚕️ Blood Drive, D7 Blood Pressure Screenings, CPR, and First Aid certification. 👨‍⚕️Assistance with the local Scrubs Camp at WSC, educating 7th graders on health careers. 👩🏾‍⚕️Engaging sessions with various health care professionals. 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 ⭐️ Last week, EMT students explored pediatric emergencies, examining a 2-month-old, 19-month-old, and a 5-year-old (see photos). They learned about vital signs, listened to heartbeats, observed respiration rates, and practiced CPR landmarks. 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬𝐔𝐒𝐀 The Health Sciences program is actively involved in SkillsUSA, a student-led partnership fostering the development of a skilled workforce, ensuring graduates are career-ready from day one. We applaud our Health Science program for its commitment to preparing students for successful careers in the healthcare industry!

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲! 💕 Important February Schedule Reminders: 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟓 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭: 𝟏𝟏:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 *sack lunch available teacher in-service 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟔 𝐍𝐎 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 teacher in-service 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟗 𝐍𝐎 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 Presidents' Day We appreciate your understanding and flexibility during early-out and no-school days. Thank you, WBSD7 Administration If you have any questions or concerns regarding these days, please contact your student(s) school or email communications@willistonschools.org

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!👷🏽‍♂️👩‍⚕️👨‍🔧👩🏾‍💼 Career and Technical Education Month is an annual public awareness campaign taking place each February, celebrating CTE, its programs, and their importance for students of all ages. Throughout February, we will be sharing several CTE posts per week. These will include WBSD7 CTE program overviews, highlighting educators, and showcasing student stories. Today marks our first post, featuring the expansion of the current CTE Center and introducing our new CTE Director, Audrey Larson. 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: Audrey Larson assumed the role of CTE Director on 1/1/2024, bringing valuable experience from her previous role as an assistant principal at WHS with CTE oversight. We are excited to have Mrs. Larson take on these responsibilities!⭐️ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹: The construction of the CTE Center remains on schedule and within budget. Scheduled to open in Fall 2024, this center will expand on the current CTE offerings, providing opportunities for other schools in the area. The project is made possible by a $10 million grant from the North Dakota Career and Technical Education Capital Projects Fund, along with matching donations from community partners. Anticipation is growing as we look forward to the fall 2024 opening, not only as an addition to the Williston High School campus but also a substantial expansion of our current CTE offerings. The project includes dedicated space for our alternative high school, enhancing accessibility for all students and the broader community. 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: willistonschools.org/page/cte-center Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we celebrate CTE Month! 🚀🔧📚 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗗: cte.nd.gov/ctemonth North Dakota Career and Technical Education 𝗖𝗧𝗘 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗘: acteonline.org/why-cte/cte-awareness/cte-month/ ND Association of Career and Technical Education

We encourage you to consider nominating a WBSD7 teacher for the 2024 County Teacher of the Year! Nomination Form: https://forms.nd.gov/240025135632848 Find Out More: https://www.nd.gov/dpi/educators/awards/north-dakota-teacher-year

Remember that tonight is the Close Up Crunch for a Cause! Get dinner tonight at Taco John's and mention Close Up so those seniors get HALF of your check. All money raised by Close Up goes to seniors taking the trip to Washington, D.C.

Williston Basin School District #7 Regular Meeting Monday, January 22, 2024 - 5:30 PM Virtual Meeting Join Zoom Meeting: https://wbsd7.zoom.us/j/97228764636?pwd=R1JQTmJ2Qk9vNXVENXZ5WEZkL3RFUT09 Join Zoom Meeting (short link): tinyurl.com/D7BoardJan22 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WillistonBasinSchoolDistrict7/streams AGENDA Call to Order Pledge Roll Call WBSD #7 Mission, Vision and Beliefs Adopt Agenda (GC2) Monitoring School District Operations (GC3) Approve Operational Expectation 7 Asset Protection Approve Operational Expectation 12 Facilities Approve Results Policy 3 Personal Development and Responsibility Matters Reserved for Board Action (B/SR) Discussion and Board Approval of the school site location option for a new elementary school pending bond referendum authorization. Board Discussion and Consideration of Future Board Meeting Locations. Informational Report to the Board (OE8) Communicating with the Public (GC3.3) Public Comment Williston Basin School Board Response to Previous Board Meeting Public Comment Superintendent Consent Agenda (GC2.6) Approve Professional Contracts as Presented. Monthly Financial Report Board Consent Agenda (GC2.6) Authorize Administration to Issue a Request for Qualifications for the 2022-2023 Independent Audit. Approve Payment of Bills Approve the Board Meeting Minutes Board Debrief of Meeting (GC2.4) Adjourn Public Comment Options: Join Zoom Meeting at tinyurl.com/D7BoardJan22 During Agenda Item 5.1. Public Comment: Navigate to “Reactions” feature on Zoom Choose “Raise Hand” When called upon to share public comment, state name, agenda item(s) you wish to speak to, and share within the 3 minute sharing limit. As time allows in the 30 minute public comment time frame allotted for Agenda Item 5.1. Commenters will be called in the order of raised hands during the public comment session. Submit Public Comment in Writing: To be read aloud by President Jundt, as time allows in the 30 minute public comment time frame allotted for Agenda Item 5.1. State name & agenda item(s) commenting on and your public comment that can be shared within the 3 minute board sharing limit. Submit one of two ways By 12:00 PM on Monday, January 22: In Person at WBSD7 District Office - 1201 9th Ave NW Via email to communications@willistonschools.org Subject: Public Comment for 1.22.24 Board Meeting NOTE: Public comments via Zoom participation will be given priority, and written comments will be read subsequently, as time permits within the 30-minute limit for public commenting. Public participation at board meetings is covered under district policy BCBA. Below is a condensed version of that policy that is read aloud by the Board President at each meeting. “Public participation at board meetings is governed by District Policy BCBA. Meetings of the Board are conducted for the purpose of carrying on the business of the schools, and therefore are not public meetings but meetings held in public. Although there is no legal requirement that the public be given an opportunity to speak at board meetings, it will be the policy of this board to afford that opportunity in accordance with the following procedures. Only items on the published board agenda will be discussed at any meeting of the Board unless the Superintendent or a board member requests an addition to the agenda of a regular meeting and the board members present approve in accordance with board policy. No individual may speak more than once. If you wish to provide public comment, please state your name for the record as well as the agenda item you are speaking to. Comments will be limited to no more than three minutes per individual. Public comment will be limited to no more than thirty minutes in total. The Board has adopted policies governing patron complaints. The public is required to seek redress through these policies. The public will be prevented from commenting on a topic if it is: 1. Governed by a district complaint policy and the complainant has not followed the procedure contained in policy and/or the policy prohibits the public from bringing the complaint before the Board. 2. Concerns a topic that is prohibited by law from disclosure to the public (e.g., student’s educational record)”

This is a message from WBSD7 School Board President, Chris Jundt: Dear Williston Basin School District #7 Community, This communication is to inform our Williston Basin School District #7 community of a modification to our Board meeting format due to recent disruptive incidents that compromised the safety and effectiveness of our in-person meetings. Regrettably, a few members of the community displayed highly unacceptable behavior during the last board meeting, leading to this necessary change. For the safety of all involved, the Williston Basin School District #7 Board meeting on January 22, 2024 will be conducted virtually, in accordance with NDCC 44-04-19. On the January 22nd Board agenda, the board will discuss the remainder of the meetings scheduled through June 30, 2024 and what needs to occur to return to an in person meeting environment that allows for the orderly conduct of business. Specific detail on how to join or view the virtual meeting will be provided in the notice as required by NDCC 44-04-20. We encourage everyone to review WBSD7 Board Governance Culture GC-4 and Policy BCAB, emphasizing our commitment to conducting meetings in an orderly and business-like manner, guided by Robert's Rules of Order. For those who wish to contribute their thoughts or concerns, we will maintain the option for public comments via electronic submission. Submissions will be read aloud during the public comment portion of the meeting, adhering to the existing guidelines for public comment. This allows for community engagement and ensures that your voices are heard, even in our virtual setting. While it's unfortunate that we needed to implement this change, our commitment to making decisions in the best interest of the district remains unwavering. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety and efficiency of our Board meetings. Sincerely, Mr. Chris Jundt School Board President WillistonSchools.org