Board Adopted Resolutions

Resolution 2025-2026-002 Proclaiming the Celebration of National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month

WHEREAS, forty-four percent of enrolled students are Hispanic and/or Latino; and

WHEREAS, history is rich with Hispanic and Latino peoples, who positively influence and enrich our nation, our society, our region, our state, and our schools;

WHEREAS, the contributions of persons with Latino and Hispanic heritage have been a consistent and vital influence in our nation’s growth and prosperity for more than five centuries;

WHEREAS, Spanish, Mexican, and indigenous cultures were established in this region before Oregon obtained statehood. From the mid 1800s to the mid 1900s, Latinos mined for resources, worked in the lumber industry, helped shape the livestock industry through the "vaquero" (cowboy) tradition and built highways and railroads in Oregon. In the 1950s, Mexican and Mexican-American Tejano families permanently settled in several regions of Oregon and Hispanic and Latino farm workers were a crucial part of Oregon's agricultural economy. As early as the 1960s, Latino and Hispanics initiated businesses meeting local demand in the service industry, health, manufacturing, and high-tech sectors, while establishing themselves as integral community members working in public service and civic society. Today, over two-thirds of Hispanic Oregonians were born in the United States and they continue to own business, serve as community leaders and vital contributors within vocations, civic and community life.

WHEREAS, we recognize that the Latino / Hispanic identity is not a monolith and expands beyond Latin America and the native cultures that exist within each of those countries.

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School Board has established that each and every student is to be celebrated and appreciated for the distinct and vibrant contributions made by sharing cultures, language, ideas, beliefs and values within a school community; and

WHEREAS, the contributions of our Latino and Hispanic students and families are a vital and vibrant part of our public school system.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Reynolds School Board of Directors proclaims September 15 - October 15, 2025, to celebrate Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month; and strongly encourages our staff and community to observe, recognize, and celebrate the culture, heritage, and contributions of Hispanics / Latinos to our country, our state, our cities, and our schools.

Adopted this 27th day of August 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-004 Proclaiming the Celebration of National School Lunch Week
WHEREAS, in 1946, then-President Harry Truman signed the National School Lunch Act;

WHEREAS, the National School Lunch Program is now the largest federal child nutrition program;

WHEREAS, on October 9, 1962, Congress, by joint resolution, designated the week beginning the second Sunday in
October each year as “National School Lunch Week;”

WHEREAS, October 13-17, 2025 is designated National School Lunch Week;

WHEREAS, approximately 30 million students nationwide are served daily meals through the National School Lunch
Program;

WHEREAS, 95% of students nationwide are enrolled in schools participating in the National School Lunch Program;

WHEREAS, the National School Lunch Program is dedicated to the health and well-being of our nation’s children and
has served our country for more than 60 years through advanced practices and nutrition education;

WHEREAS, the nutrition staff across the Reynolds School District serve approximately 3,082 breakfasts and 5,583
lunches each day;

WHEREAS, every Reynolds School District student enrolled in our schools and charters receive breakfast and lunch at
no cost under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) meal service through the National School Lunch Program;

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School District celebrates and recognizes events and activities promoting the benefits of the
National School Lunch Program;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Reynolds School District publicly thanks the Nutrition Services staff
and the staff at each school for providing an excellent School Nutrition program for our school district.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Reynolds School District Board of Education proclaims the district will celebrate
National School Lunch Week from October 13-17, 2025.

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-005 Proclaiming the Second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School Board of Education recognizes that the Indigenous Peoples of the lands that would later become known as the Americas have occupied these lands since time immemorial; and

WHEREAS, the Board values the daily contributions made to our community through Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge, labor, technology, science, philosophy, arts, and the deep cultural contribution that has substantially shaped our district; and

WHEREAS, the Board has established that each and every student is to be celebrated and appreciated for the distinct and vibrant contributions made by sharing cultures, language, ideas, beliefs, and values within a school community; and

WHEREAS, the Board recognizes the fact that the Reynolds School District is built upon the homelands, villages, and traditional use areas of the Multnomah and Clackamas Chinookan of this region, without whom the building of the District would not be possible; and

WHEREAS, The Reynolds School District (“District’), through its Equity Policy, is committed to creating welcoming and inclusive school environments and recognizing diversity and appreciation of culture, class, language, ethnicity, and other differences; and

WHEREAS, the District promotes closing the opportunity gap for Indigenous Peoples and eliminating the racial achievement gap and disproportionality in all aspects of education.

WHEREAS, the idea of Indigenous Peoples’ Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations; and

WHEREAS, the Oregon American Indian/Alaska Native State Plan mandates that the public schools of our District teach about the native history, culture, contemporary lives, and governments of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with special emphasis on those from Oregon and across the Pacific Northwest.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Reynolds School Board of Directors proclaims every second Monday of October, as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The District shall encourage staff to utilize the second Monday in October to reflect upon the ongoing struggles of the Indigenous Peoples of this land, to celebrate the thriving cultures and values of the Indigenous Peoples of our region, and to stand in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples elsewhere. The ongoing struggles and achievement of Indigenous Peoples contribute profoundly to the culture and community of the District. The District acknowledges the contributions and reaffirms its ongoing commitment to building awareness and an inclusive society.

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-006 Proclaiming the Celebration of National Bullying Prevention Month

WHEREAS, National Bullying Prevention month is a campaign in the United States founded in 2006 by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center. The campaign is held during the month of October and unites communities nationwide to educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention. Initially held the first week of October, the event was expanded to the entire month in 2010.

WHEREAS, over the last year, schools throughout the US have experienced a frightening increase in bullying and acts of hate; and

WHEREAS, bullying directly affects a student’s ability to learn. Students who are bullied often do not want to go to school. They often find it difficult to concentrate, show a decline in grades, and lose self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-worth; and

WHEREAS, bullying occurs in neighborhoods, playgrounds, schools, and online through technology; and

WHEREAS, various researchers have concluded that bullying is the most common form of violence, affecting millions of children and adolescents annually; and

WHEREAS, bullying is a community wide issue that must no longer be ignored or thought of as a rite of passage. Students, parents/caregivers, and educators all have a role in addressing bullying situations and changing school culture; and

WHEREAS, we affirm our commitment to a safe and affirming space by recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month;

WHEREAS, Reynolds School District, through its Every Student Belongs policy, is committed to creating a high quality educational experience for all students free from discrimination or harassment based on perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or national origin;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Reynolds School Board recognizes the month of October as National Bullying Prevention Month.

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-007 Proclaiming the Celebration of National Principals Month

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School Board will declare the month of October 2025 as "National Principals Month" in coordination with the efforts of the National Association of Elementary School Principals, the American Federation of School Administrators, and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, working with the U.S. Congress, to designate "National Principals Month" and resolutions thereof;

WHEREAS, the vision, dedication, and determination of a principal provides the mobilizing force behind any school reform effort;

WHEREAS, principals are expected to be educational visionaries, instructional leaders, assessment experts, models of positive behavior, community builders, public relations experts, budget analysts, facility managers, special programs administrators, and guardians of various legal, contractual, and policy mandates and initiatives, as well as being entrusted with the education and development of young people, the most valuable resource;

WHEREAS, principals will play a vital role in the successful implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA);

WHEREAS, principals set the academic tone for their schools and work collaboratively with teachers to develop and maintain high curriculum standards, develop mission statements, set performance goals and objectives for schools to achieve educational excellence, and work with other school leaders to create spaces of safety and inclusion;

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School Board honors such exemplary elementary and middle level public, private, and independent school leaders committed to serving students from prekindergarten to grade eight (pre-K-8) in their profession;

WHEREAS, the Reynolds School Board recognizes outstanding middle level and high school principals who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students, as well as their exemplary contributions to the profession;

WHEREAS, to honor and recognize the contribution of all school principals at all grade levels to the success of students in Oregon elementary and secondary schools, and to encourage residents of Oregon to observe "National Principals Month" with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of school leadership's role in ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that in honor of the service of all elementary, middle level, and high school principals, and to recognize the importance of their school leadership so that every child has access to a high-quality education, and to celebrate school leader accomplishments, the month of October 2025 is hereby designated in Oregon to be "National Principals Month."

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-008 Proclaiming the Celebration of National School Custodian Appreciation Day

WHEREAS, Custodians are setting a professional example of positive adult behavior, fostering positive relationships with staff and students, and showing a friendly, smiling face to light up a students’ day;

WHEREAS, Custodians are the “eyes and ears” on the school campus, often the only person making the rounds, inside and outside the building, aware of anything or anyone out of the ordinary, assuring that doors are secure, that any hazard is eliminated, that the learning environment is safe and secure;

WHEREAS, Custodians work tirelessly to remove dirt, dust, allergens, and other asthma triggers, thus helping to reduce the largest cause of student absenteeism in the United States;

WHEREAS, Reynolds custodians work daily to clean over one million square feet;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Reynolds School Board publicly thanks the custodial staff for their hard work and dedication to provide a healthy and safe learning environment for the students in our school district.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the District shall celebrate National School Custodian Appreciation Day on October 2, 2025.

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-009 Proclaiming the Celebration of National Coming Out Day

WHEREAS, October 11th is recognized as National Coming Out Day, and this will be the 37th celebration of the day that promotes a safe world for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, two-spirit, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ2SIA+) individuals and their allies to live truthfully and openly;

WHEREAS, National Coming Out Day was founded 37 years ago by Robert Eichberg and Jean O’Leary who envisioned a world where LGBTQ2SIA+ people could live truthfully and openly. They believed that honest and genuine relationships would undermine the pervasive prejudice about LGBTQ2SIA+ concerns. Thirty-seven years later, that vision still holds true;

WHEREAS, LGBTQ2SIA+ students who can identify an out LGBTQ2SIA+ school staff or adult ally report a dramatic increase in feeling safe overall at their school;

WHEREAS, almost 25% of students either have an LGBTQ2SIA+ family member or identify as LGBTQ2SIA+ themselves;

WHEREAS, while sexual orientation and gender-identity are protected classes in Oregon, the bullying of these two classes are among the most common forms of harassment in schools;

WHEREAS, the school-dropout rate for LGBTQ2SIA+ students is up to triple the national rate of non-LGBTQ2SIA+ students, due to peer harassment and bullying;

WHEREAS, tragically, youth identifying as LGBTQ2SIA+ are overrepresented in the populations of youth experiencing houselessness, youth who are the victims of bullying, and youth who have attempted or died as a result of suicide;

WHEREAS, Reynolds School District, through its Every Student Belongs policy, is committed to creating a high quality educational experience free from discrimination or harassment based on perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or national origin; WHEREAS, we strive to ensure that the District is a consistently safe and affirming space for all students and their families; and

WHEREAS, we affirm our commitment to a safe and affirming space by recognizing National Coming Out Day;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that by recognizing October 11th as National Coming Out Day, we the Governing Board of Reynolds School District, support policies, practices and curriculum that support a safe and affirming space for all stakeholders and honor and respect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, two-spirit, intersex, and asexual staff, students and their families.

Adopted this 24th day of September 2025.

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Resolution 2025-2026-001 Designating Officers, Clerks, Agents, and Depositories of Funds for the 2025-26 School Year 

DISTRICT CLERKS 

WHEREAS, Frank Caropelo, Superintendent of Reynolds School District #7, is designated by law as Clerk / Chief Executive Officer of said District for the 2025–26 fiscal year; 

WHEREAS, the Assistant Superintendent, Managing Operations Officer, Managing Financial Officer, and Managing Human Resources Officer are qualified to act as Deputy Clerks of Reynolds School District #7, and the Board desires that they be authorized under the direction and/or in the absence of the Clerk to receive, hold in custody, and expend all funds of the District as required by law and as directed by the Board, to furnish bonds as required by law, and together with the Board Chairperson, execute legal documents. 

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to ORS 332.515, that Superintendent is hereby authorized to sign as Clerk and to receive, hold in custody, and expend all funds of the district as required by law and as directed by the Board, and 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that by direction of, or in the absence or inability of the Clerk, the said Deputy Clerks are hereby authorized to exercise such authority on behalf of the district for the 2025–26 fiscal year in accordance with District Policy DGA: Authorized Signatures. 

DESIGNATION OF LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACT REVIEW BOARD 

BE IT RESOLVED that the governing body of Reynolds School District #7, the Board of Directors, be designated as the Local Public Contract Review Board for 2025–26, in accordance with ORS 279. 

SIGNING OF AGREEMENTS 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk, Deputy Clerk, or designees as assigned by the Clerk be authorized to sign contracts, conveyances, or other documents for products, materials, supplies, and other services that are in the current budget appropriations and make appropriate payments on behalf of the District as necessary in accordance with District Policy DJA, District Purchasing. 

BUDGET OFFICER 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Frank Caropelo, Superintendent of Reynolds School District #7 is hereby designated to serve as Budget Officer for the fiscal year 2025–26 in accordance with Board Policy DB. 

GRANT OFFICER 

WHEREAS, grant funding may become available through Federal, State or other sources; and 

WHEREAS, certain available grant funds may be deemed beneficial toward improvement of the District's educational system; 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent and Managing Financial Officer, or designees as assigned by the Clerk, be named as the Local Agency Representative and shall hereby be authorized to execute and file application(s) for and on behalf of the District and otherwise act as District officials in all activities related to grants during fiscal year 2025–26. 

LEGAL COUNSEL 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Garrett-Hemann, Robertson; The Hungerford Law firm; Miller Nash, LLP; and Hawkins Delafield & Wood are hereby designated to serve as General, Labor, or Bond Counsel for the Reynolds School District #7 during fiscal year 2025–26. 

AUDITOR 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Sensiba, LLC is hereby designated to serve as Auditor for the Reynolds School District #7 and to complete the 2024–25 annual audit, during the 2025–26 fiscal year and in accordance with District Policy DIE: Audits. 

AUTHORIZATION TO FILL VACANCIES 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent or designee is hereby authorized to accept resignations, fill vacancies, and report these actions to the board during fiscal year 2025–26. 

APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL IMPACT AID 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Managing Financial Officer is designated as the authorized representative of the district in connection with filing for Federal Impact Aid for Reynolds School District #7 during fiscal year 2025–26. 

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE FOR ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT (AHERA) 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Facilities is appointed as representative for the Reynolds School District #7 during fiscal year 2025–26. 

DESIGNATION OF DISTRICT SAFETY OFFICER AND ASSISTANT SAFETY OFFICER 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Managing Operations Officer is appointed as the Official District Safety Officer and the Executive Assistant to the Managing Operations Officer is appointed as the Official Assistant District Safety Officer, for Reynolds School District #7 during fiscal year 2025–26. 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Managing Operations Officer, Managing Human Rights Officer, Civil Rights and Title IX Manager, and the Director of Facilities are appointed as ADA District Coordinators for the Reynolds School District #7 for the fiscal year 2025–26. 

AGENT OF RECORD, PROPERTY INSURANCE 

BE IT RESOLVED, that Brown & Brown Insurance, Oregon, is hereby designated to serve as Agent of Record for the Reynolds School District #7 for all insurance other than Health Benefits during fiscal year 2025–26. 

NEWSPAPERS FOR LEGAL NOTICE 

BE IT RESOLVED, that The Gresham Outlook be designated as the newspaper in which required legal notices will be published. 

INVESTMENT DEPOSITORIES 

WHEREAS, Reynolds School District #7 has statutory authority for investment of funds, 

BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with District Policy DG: Depository of Funds, the following depositories are hereby approved as official depositories of Reynolds School District #7 funds during the 2025–26 fiscal year: 

1. US Bank 

2. Piper Sandler & Co 

3. Oregon State Local Governmental Investment Pool 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, in accordance with District Policy DFA: Investment of Funds, the investment instruments listed below are permitted for 2025–26: 

1. US Treasury securities and other lawfully issued general obligations of the United States, including general obligations of agencies and instrumentalities of the United States or enterprises sponsored by the United States government. 

2. Debt of the agencies and instrumentalities of the states of Oregon, California, Idaho, and Washington and their political subdivisions 

3. Time deposit open accounts, certificates of deposit, share accounts, and savings accounts. 

4. Banker’s acceptances 

5. Corporate indebtedness 

6. Repurchase Agreements 

7. Oregon Short-term Fund, also known as Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) 

8. Commercial Paper 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk, Deputy Clerk, or designees as assigned by the Clerk, as Custodian of Funds, are authorized to establish accounts and to issue checks against such accounts bearing the original signature of the Clerk or the Deputy Clerk or the facsimile signature of the Clerk and/or the Deputy Clerk in accordance with District Policy. 

DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY 

BE IT RESOLVED that the Clerk, Deputy Clerk, or designees as assigned by the Clerk hereby are authorized to dispose of surplus property in accordance with Board Policy DN – Disposal of District Property. 

Passed this 23rd day of July 2025. 

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Resolution 2025-2026-003 Construction Excise Tax Increase

WHEREAS, the District has a critical need to build new facilities and improve existing school facilities; and 

WHEREAS, the Oregon Legislative Assembly passed Senate Bill 1036, authorizing school districts to impose construction excise taxes to fund capital improvements to school facilities; and 

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5 of Senate Bill 1036 2007, the District has entered into an intergovernmental agreement with local government, local service district or special government body collecting the tax; and 

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5 of Senate Bill 1036 2007, this intergovernmental agreement establishes: (a) collection duties and responsibilities; (b) the specific school district account into which construction tax revenues are to be deposited and the frequency of such deposits; and (c) the amount of the administrative fee of less than 1% that the entity collecting the tax may retain to recoup its expenses in collecting the tax. 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows: 

1. The rates of tax, imposed only on improvements to real property that result in a new structure or additional square footage in an existing structure, with the exemptions outlined in Senate Bill 1036 are: a. Amount not exceeding $1 per square foot on structures or portions of structures intended for residential use, including, but not limited to single unit or multiple-unit housing; and (b) Amount not exceeding $0.50 per square foot on structures or portions of structures intended for nonresidential use, not including multiple-unit housing of any kind. 

2. In addition, a construction tax imposed on structures intended for nonresidential use will not exceed $25,000 per building permit or $25,000 per structure, whichever is less. 

3. For years beginning on or after June 30, 2009, the tax rates stated in this resolution shall be adjusted for changes in construction costs. The Oregon Department of Revenue will determine the adjusted rate limitations and report to the district. 

4. Beginning September 1, 2025, the Construction Excise Tax shall be increased and Intergovernmental Agreements amended with the cities of Fairview, Gresham, Troutdale, and Wood Village as follows: 

*Source: Oregon Department of Revenue Indexing of School Construction Tax Limits 

5. The construction excise tax shall be assessed and collected pursuant to the provisions of Senate Bill 1036 2007. 

6. This resolution takes effect on September 1, 2025. 

Adopted this 27th day of August 2025

 

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