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would be reduced on the middle
school track program.
As the only sporting option
available for middle school stu-
dents during the spring, track
sees more than 65 students
turnout each year, Peterson said.
As part of the proposed plan,
both girls and boys would prac-
tice together, making only three
coaches necessary. Paying per-
sonnel would be the major cost
associated with the expansion,
according to Peterson.
In making the recommen-
dation to the board, Hoffman
listed several reasons for sup-
porting the proposal, including
that it expands an already
existing program, is in keeping
with district policy to provide
extracurricular activities geared
to a variety of ages, and meets
goals set during the 2013 staff
meetings.
Peterson also stated it would
provide opportunities for those finance recalibration could
who, for whatever reason, potentially mean downsizing on
are unable to participate in the part of the district.
Newcastle's Soccer League. "I'd hate to see us add sports
A survey Peterson conducted and end up in a situation where
last spring of about 70 percent of we're downsizing staff, because
middle school students showed that does not set a very good
significant interest, he said. precedent," LaCroix cautioned,
While some in attendance adding, "I think it's good for
spoke in favor of the plan, kids. I'm just not sure the school
several district officials took a has to be the host."
critical line. Bonnar initially said the pro-
Board Chair Bob Bonnar posal would be placed among
observed that high school sports future agenda items and a deter-
numbers are down even where mination would be made at the
feeder programs exist, while next board meeting. However,
Middle School Principal Todd upon further discussion Trustee
Quigley expressed concerns Tom Wright suggested that,
about facilities and possible beginning at the next board
opponent schools for the middle meeting, three readings of the
schoolers to play against, of . proposal be made, with the final
which there are only a few. one taking place in December.
Superintendent Brad Bonnar agreed, saying that
LaCroix, added that the bigger such a measure would give the
picture has to be considered as board plenty of time to take
well, and the outcome of school public comment on the matter.
School: Notes:
Head Newcastle Football Coach Matt birds and install a mesh under layer that is
Conzetman recognized Wright Head Coach intended to prevent them from burrowing and
Law Yeradi for his efforts in helping Newcastle nesting in the school's walls. Bids will evenm-
seni football manager Derek I ew]s to realize ally go out for similar work to be done on the
his dream of playing in a high school football high school.
game. Lewis, who has Down syndrome, scored • LaCroix told the board that he and'coun-
tion to apply for an NRA grant for equipment since the trainer provided for free by North
at Mallo Camp. Platte Physical Therapy is shared between a
• Student Council Representative Sierra number of schools and cannot be present at
LaCroix reported that the council has started every activity. Van Dyke also suggested an
a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Wyoming. agreement in which Regional Health would
• Middle School P cipM Todd Quigley representatives expressed no objections to the
noted that the middle school football team plan. A discussion ensued in which issues
achieved a 9-0 record this year and won the dis- relat to concussion risk, safety, district lia-
triet eharnpionship for the fourth year in a row. bility, and the current district policy requiring a
Donuts is scheduled for December. A Title I student attrition, board governance, and student
parertt information meetin all Festival night achievement were all brought up as possible
is scheduled for Oct. 27. discussion topics for this year s ] oard retreat.
• endent Croix reported that work LaCroix suggested that follow-up workshops
is underway on the exterior of the elementary before board meetings to further discuss such
school in order to repair damage caused by topics might also be of benefit.
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