August 9, 2016 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  VP Smith called the meeting to order at 6 pm.

Discussion:  VP Smith led the assembly in the pledge.

Discussion:  Stromberger noted that if you serve as a mentor for Teammates you can accrue additional 10 Board member points as Teammates have partnered with NASB. Stromberger passed out mentoring applications to the assembly as there currently remains students awaiting mentors. No further public comment.

Discussion:  Hauxwell noted the NSAA held annual coaching clinic in Lincoln July 26th, 27th, and 28th. We had 10 coaches attend. Hauxwell noted the speakers were once again very good. Fall Sports are up and going with the start of Football and Softball on Monday. We have about 40 out for football and 15 out for Softball. Volleyball has started conditioning this week. Cross Country and Volleyball will both begin practices next Monday. The numbers could change a little if anybody else comes in or decides not to participate. Hauxwell noted athletes have been completing impact testing as well for the upcoming school year. As expected, the summer was busy with camps and summer leagues. Hauxwell noted there was good attendance at the summer weight and running programs. Lastly, there is a JV Football game scheduled on Labor Day September 5th at 6:00 PM. This is due to the football practice and contact rules.

Discussion:  Principal Odens noted she has been busy as staff return, finalizing schedules & curriculum & has even had an IEP meeting already. Odens has been conducting Aide interviews noting strong applications. Both Principals recently attended a meeting in McCook with many of our aides as well regarding handling crisis. Principal Scheel added the "Nebraska Loves Public Schools" visit last week was beneficial and positive as they were following the good living tour here Saturday. Both Principals and about 10 staff had an informal but really good visit with them with the direction focused on school improvement. Upon returning from Admin days, he also noted he and Principal Odens are looking to unify the Friday, 2:30 Prof Development K-12. Their goal would be putting on our own professional development here at CCS 3-4 times a year.

Discussion:  None present.

Discussion:  Thank you to the staff and all of their hardwork that has been done here throughout the summer. In addition to continue to look to fill an Asst. Kitchen Mgr position, Supt. Lefdal noted that to ease ordering, the lunch menu will work from a 3 month rotation and the District will also be looking to update freezer, upon recommendation by our Sysco rep following a kitchen walk-thru. Afterschool programming was discussed and brainstormed a bit during tonights MS meeting. Follow up on Rule 10 will continue, as there will be all new staff in that dept by Dec.

Discussion:  Board discussed the need and Supt. Lefdal agreed to follow up in order to ensure transportation training was conducted as deemed necessary by Administration.

Discussion:  Brief inquiry from Member Stromberger, confirmed that students will still have passbooks/planners but the handbook will just not be printed in the front. In addition, the handbook will be available electronically on the website in English & Spanish for viewing or parents can elect to receive a hard copy in the office. Parents and students will be asked to sign off on having read the handbook.

Discussion:  Board discussion noted the cheapest bid was accepted and recommended upon review of all three bids received by the Board's transportation committee. This purchase will be an addition to the District's fleet of vehicles and not a replacement, however, the current District Admin. van will be placed into the regular van rotation.

Discussion:  Facilities committee member O'Neil summarized they discussed size, barn <5000 sq. ft. offers cost savings. Wash bay outside, $50-$55 sq. foot with 3 mechanical bays. Storage inside would provide 2 route and 2 activity. Design do that future bays could be added on. Engineering would be required, steel structure, and a cost estimate of approximately $350k. Board appreciated the input and proposed design from Dir of Transportation Felker, noting the current plan is very similar to his ideas. Site plan is still proposed on NW corner of the property with pull out on the 11th. Shorthorn is with the City's 5 yr plan for pavement. Smith favored the relocating of the barn and not renovating Wellington site any further. Stromberger highlighted additional fencing should be a consideration for safety & security at the new proposed location.

Discussion:  Tentative for 7:30 am

Discussion:  Meeting adjourned at 6:59 pm.