2026-10-13 · Meeting Minutes · Page 4

Equity & Outside Resources: Emphasized that student grades should reflect 
academic achievement and core standards rather than access to outside 
resources (such as internet access or costly project materials). 
Policy vs. Regulation: Agreed that Policy 5126 should remain a broad, 
overarching guiding document, while specific details, weightings, and grade-level 
nuances will be defined in the forthcoming district regulations. 
Proposed Amendments: 
Edit the transparency section to state that "student expectations and grading 
practices" should be communicated and remain available for review. 
Add language under equity and fairness specifying that academic grades should 
“not reflect the means or resources available to the student." 
Member Jaurigue: | MOVE the School Board move Policy 5126 Student Grades 
and Transcripts to the Consent Agenda on October 22, 2026, with the 
recommended changes as presented. 
All in Favor, AYE 
Motion Carries 
11. Chamisa Elementary School Report and Presentation 
Presented by Principal Meek 
Discussion Only 
Principal Meek discussed Chamisa’s Focus and Theme for the year, 
"Be the Bounce" (focusing on resiliency, risk-taking, and building connection). 
Chamisa students are learning through the 3 C’s: Connection, Courage and 
Competence. These programs integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) and civic 
responsibility through monthly "Cheetah Champions" recognitions and 
celebrations. 
The school has shown a strong growth noted in ELA and Science; math progress 
is steady but slower. Focus is on strengthening foundational number sense and 
Base 10 knowledge. Chamisa is targeting an ambitious 5 percentage point growth 
across grade levels in mathematics. Chamisa is transitioning to evidence-based 
math practices (JUMP Math, Spring Math, and Kansas Math Project PD) 
supported by a dedicated hands-on math coach.