ESD 112 board of directors are strong education advocates in our community.
Board Structure
Policy
Under law, ESDs are governed by a board of directors consisting of seven citizens who are elected by the school board members in the region’s 30 public school districts. The board members represent geographic director districts based on U.S. Census data. The ESD board is responsible for policy and governance of ESD 112 and for providing direction to the superintendent who is advised by local school district superintendents.
Accountability is exceptionally strong at ESD 112. As authorized by statute, ESDs are directed to be as responsive to local educational needs as possible.
Current Board Members
Current Board Members
ESD 112 is governed by a seven-member board, which is elected by local school board members throughout a six-county geographic region. These volunteers are strong education advocates in our community. They understand education policy and are involved in the issues, opportunities and challenges at both the state and local levels. The ESD 112 board members are the critical link between communities and school districts.
LeAnne Bremer
Ann has served on the board since January 1995 and elected Board President in 2017. She previously served as board president from January 2008 to January 2010. She and her husband, Walt, sold their General Store in Glenwood and relocated down the road to Home Valley. Ann continues to represent Camas, Centerville, part of Evergreen, Glenwood, Klickitat, Lyle, Mill A, Mt. Pleasant, Roosevelt, Skamania, Stevenson-Carson, Trout Lake, Washougal, White Salmon Valley and Wishram districts. Past president of the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD), Ann is particularly interested in rural schools. Ann is active in her church and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Aside from her civic involvement, Ann enjoys spending time with her children.
Ann Campbell
Dr. Graham has served on the ESD 112 Board of Directors since 1997 and is the immediate past board president. He previously served as board president from January 2006 to January 2008. He is a retired optometrist representing Castle Rock, Green Mountain, Kalama, part of Kelso, Naselle-Grays River Valley, La Center, Ocean Beach, Toutle Lake, Wahkiakum and Woodland school districts. A long-time advocate for children, Dr. Graham’s support extends beyond the borders with his volunteer work in “Casa de Elizabeth A.C.” an orphanage in Mexico. In addition to Mexico, he and his wife, Margaret love to travel both here and abroad.
Dr. Richard Graham
Mark Hottowe is the newest member of the ESD 112 Board and was appointed in August, 2019. Hottowe represents Director District 2, which includes Castle Rock, Kelso (partial), Longview, Naselle-Grays River Valley, Ocean Beach, Toutle Lake, and Wahkiakum school districts.
Mark Hottowe
Marilyn Koenninger
Darlene Stickel
Steve Wrightson
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Board Policy and Administrative Regulations
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Organization
Board Member Requirements
- 1100 Qualifications
- 1105 Term of Office
- 1111 Oath of Office
- 1114 Board Vacancies
- 1115 Board Member Resignation
- 1120 Absence of a Board Member
Board Organization
- 1210 Annual Organizational Meeting
- 1220 Board Officers and Duties of Board Members
- 1230 Duties of Secretary
Methods of Governance
Meeting Conduct, Order of Business, and Quorum
- 1400 Meeting Conduct, Order of Business and Quorum
- 1410 Executive or Closed Sessions
- 1415 Notice and Accommodations
- 1420 Conducting Meetings
Principles of Operation
- 1610 Conflicts of Interest
- 1620 Superintendent
- 1621 Duties and Responsibilities of the Superintendent
1700 Board Member Benefits
Program Development and Resources
- 2020 Course Design, Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials
- 2022 Electronic Resources and Internet Safety
- 2025 Copyright Compliance
- 2027 District Ownership of Staff-Created Work
Learning Programs and Support
- 2103 Birth to Three Early Intervention
- 2105 Early Childhood Programs
- 2161 Special Education and Related Services for Eligible Students
Program Supplements
Admission and Attendance
Rights and Responsibilities
- 3200 Rights and Responsibilities
- 3205 Sexual Harassment of Students Prohibited
- 3207 Prohibition of Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying
- 3210 Nondiscrimination
- 3211 Transgender Students
- 3224 Student Dress
- 3226 Interviews and Interrogations of Students on Program Premises
- 3230 Student Privacy and Searches
- 3231 Student Records
- 3232 Parent and Student Rights in Administration of Surveys, Analysis or Evaluations
- 3240 Student Conduct Expectations
- 3241 Student Discipline
- 3246 Restraint, Isolation and Other Uses of Reasonable Force
Student Welfare
- 3410 Program Participant Health Policy
- 3412 Automated External Defibrillators
- 3413 Child and Youth Program Participant Immunization and Life Threatening Health Conditions
- 3414 Infectious Diseases
- 3415 Accommodating Children and Youth Program Participants with Diabetes
- 3416 Medication of Children and Youth Program Participants
- 3417 Catheterization of Child and Youth Program Participants
- 3419 Self-Administration of Asthma and Anaphylaxis Medications
- 3420 Anaphylaxis Prevention and Response
- 3421 Reporting of Child or Dependent Person Abuse
- 3423 Parental Administration of Marijuana for Medical Purposes
Communications with the Public
Public Access to Programs, Staff and Students
Recruitment and Personnel Selection
- 5000 Employment
- 5005 Background Checks, Certification Requirements, Assurances and Approval
- 5010 Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action
- 5011 Sexual Harassment Prohibited
- 5050 Contracts
Employment Practices
- 5200 Flexible Work Program
- 5201 Drug-Free Workplace
- 5202 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
- 5203 Employee Assistance Program
- 5215 Assignment, Reassignment and Transfers
- 5240 Evaluation
- 5251 Conflicts of Interest
- 5253 Maintaining Professional Staff/Student Boundaries
- 5254 Employee Professionalism and Social Media
- 5260 Personnel Records
- 5270 Resolution of Complaints
- 5271 Reporting Improper Governmental Action (Whistleblower Protection)
- 5280 Separation from Employment
- 5281 Discipline and Discharge
Compensation
Leaves
- 5400 Leaves of Absence
- 5401 Sick Leave
- 5404 Family, Maternity and Military Caregiver Leave
- 5406 Leave Sharing
- 5407 Military Leave
- 5408 Jury Duty and Subpoena Leave
- 5410 Holidays
- 5411 Vacation
Benefits
Financial Planning and Management
Revenues
- 6101 Federal Cash and Financial Management
- 6106 Allowable Costs for Federal Programs
- 6112 Rental or Lease of ESD 112 Real Property
- 6114 Gifts or Donations
Purchasing
- 6210 Purchasing Policy: Authorization and Control
- 6211 Purchasing Policy: Procurement
- 6212 Purchasing Policy: Procurement Cards
- 6213 Travel
- 6213-P1 Procedure: Transportation Expenses and Misc. Travel
- 6213-P2 Procedure: Meals & Lodging While on Travel Status
- 6213-P3 Procedure: Taxable Meals
- 6213-P4 Procedure: Special Exemption – Construction Services Group
- 6213-P5 Procedure: Non-Employee Travel
- 6213-P6 Procedure: Meals for Local Meeting Attendance
- 6213-P7 Procedure: Meals While Traveling with the Board
- 6214 Meals and Light Refreshments
- 6215 Vouchers and Warrants Approval and Certification
- 6217 Acknowledging Service and Contributions
- 6225 Purchasing Policy: Public Works
- 6250 Wireless Communications
Student Services
Risk Management
Transportation
ESD Property
Policies
The Board forms and adopts the policies of ESD 112. The Board receives input and assistance forming policies from the Superintendent, ESD staff, and if needed the counsel of local superintendents in ESD 112.
Procedures
The Superintendent, or the Superintendent’s designee, develops procedures where required by Board Policy to implement the policy. Procedures are not reviewed by the Board.
Guidelines, Manuals and Operating Practices
Department and Program Managers develop guidelines, manuals and operating practices that address agency, department and program expectations. Guidelines, manuals and operating procedures are reviewed and approved by the ESD 112 Cabinet member that oversees the department or program.
If there is a conflict or ambiguity in policies, procedures or guideline/manual/operating practices, Board Policies govern. ESD procedures govern and must be followed when there is a conflict or ambiguity between a procedure and a department or program guideline, manual or operating procedure.
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ESD Leadership News
Ann Campbell Steps Down from ESD 112 Board After 27 Years of Service
Former Board Chair Ann Campbell submitted her resignation from the ESD 112 Board of Directors after 27 years of distinguished service. Campbell’s exemplary time on the board has spanned nearly three decades. Serving since February [...]
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ESD 112 leader receives state leadership award
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ESD 112 presents 2021 Regional WASA Awards
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