School Board - Ellensburg School District 401

The Ellensburg School District Board of Directors meet for "Regular Board Meetings" and "Study Sessions" twice a month on Wednesdays. Study Sessions are held prior to the Regular Board Meeting on the same day. It is the practice of the Board to cancel their Study Sessions and Regular Board Meetings that conflict with the Thanksgiving holiday and the District's winter and spring breaks. Notice of Special Meetings will be posted on the District Calendar.

The public is invited to attend the School Board meetings. Comments can be sent to the Board at: board@esd401.org.

For further information about the School Board meetings, please contact Leslee Caul, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, at (509) 925-8010 or by email at leslee.caul@esd401.org.

School Board Mission, Vision, Beliefs & Values for a Superintendent

Mission
We want a Superintendent who will inspire success, confidence and hope in each employee and student. We are looking for someone who will encourage all stakeholders to help the District empower each student to reach their maximum potential and realize their opportunity of choice.

Vision
We want a Superintendent who shares our vision, which is:

Every student will be inspired, challenged and cared for by exceptional educators
Your family is welcomed, respected and valued by our exceptional schools
Our community is united, strengthened and prepared for an exceptional future
The school district works as a team with staff, families and the community

Beliefs
We want our Superintendent to believe that:

People are our most important resource
Our district is a community-centered district
A passion for learning is essential for success
Each learner must have an opportunity to reach his/her own potential
Our district puts learners first

Values
We want a Superintendent who knows our values are the foundation of our relationships with students, parents and each other; and that together we create a safe, positive climate for learning and working.

We Value:

Compassion and kindness towards all members of our community
Collaboration and welcoming the contributions of others for a common purpose
Honesty, integrity and transparency in words and actions
Fair, equitable and inclusive treatment of everyone
Treating others, ourselves and our environment with high regard and value
Being accountable and reliable in actions and commitments
A civil and respectful work environment
Fiscal stewardship

Board of Directors

2023-2024 Board Meetings

School Board Study Sessions and Regular Meetings are held at Ida Nason Aronica Elementary, 2100 N. Cora St., Ellensburg, WA 98926 and are also available via Zoom. Links for the meetings can be found under Board Announcements, and on the front page of the District website under News and in the Calendar listing for the meeting.

The Ellensburg School District Board of Directors utilizes BoardDocs for policy and procedure management. Please view Agendas and Minutes.

Recorded Meetings can be found on our Youtube Channel.

Study Sessions and Regular Board Meetings are held on the same day. Meetings are held twice a month and take place on Wednesdays. Unless otherwise posted, Study Sessions are held in the gymnasium at Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School. 2100 N. Cora Street, from 4:30-5:30 PM. Directly following, the Regular Meeting is set for a 6:00 PM start time in the same location.

2022-2023 Board Calendar

2023-2024 Board Calendar

School Board Announcements

September 27, 2023

The Ellensburg School District Board of Directors will hold a Regular School Board meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 beginning at 5:30 PM at Ida Nason Aronica Elementary. In the interest of public health, the meeting will also be available via Zoom. Comments can be submitted to the Board at board@esd401.org.

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Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School, 2100 N. Cora St., Ellensburg, WA 98926, USA

Topic: ESD Board Regular Meeting

Time: Sep 27, 2023 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83854895401?pwd=eVF3TCtFZ1NGQlNqWGxkRGhHcHVDUT09

Meeting ID: 838 5489 5401

Passcode: 754825

September 13, 2023

The Ellensburg School District Board of Directors will hold a School Board Study Session on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023 at 5:30 PM at Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School. In the interest of public health, the meeting will also be available via Zoom. Comments can be submitted to the Board at board@esd401.org.

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Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School, 2100 N. Cora St., Ellensburg, WA 98926, USA

Topic: ESD Board Study Session 9-13-23

Time: Sep 13, 2023 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84744398769?pwd=TTVralFuS1BpalZvUVJ2UDA0Sm5rUT09

Meeting ID: 847 4439 8769

Passcode: 204999

The next Regular Board Meeting will be held on Sept. 27, 2023.

August 23, 2023

The Ellensburg School District Board of Directors will conduct an open public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 budget on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 5:30 PM at Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School. In the interest of public health, the meeting will also be available via Zoom. Comments can be submitted to the Board at board@esd401.org.

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Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School, 2100 N. Cora St., Ellensburg, WA 98926

Topic: ESD Budget Hearing
Time: August 23, 2023 5:30 PM Pacific Time