Public Meeting Agenda: July 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM - Board of Education Retreat

1. Call to Order

Rationale: Information concerning the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 84, Article 14 of Nebraska State Statutes, is posted in the meeting room at a location accessible to members of the public and attached to the online agenda.

School Board meetings in Nebraska are meetings held in public, not public meetings. The public comment agenda item is the only opportunity for the public to address the board.

Please silence your phones and refrain from texting or using electronics (such as computers) during the meeting; if you must use your phone, please step outside the Board Room.

Mr. Bob Schoby, Board President, will call the Board of Education Regular meeting to order.

Attachments: (1)

THE NEBRASKA OPEN MEETINGS ACT

7/24/2024 at 2:51 PM

2. Roll Call

Rationale:

The Board Secretary will conduct roll call attendance.

2.1. Approval of Absent Board Members

3. Comments From The Public

Rationale: This is the portion of the meeting when members of the public may address the board about matters of public concern.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WHO WISH TO SPEAK:

Getting started: When you have been recognized, please stand and state your name.
Time Limit: The board has the discretion to limit the amount of time set aside for public participation and unless stated otherwise, will employ a time limit of 5 minutes or less.
Personnel or Student Topic: If you are planning to speak about a personnel or student matter involving an individual, please understand that our policies require you to follow the district’s complaint procedure before addressing the board. Board members will generally not respond to any questions or comments you make about individual staff members or students. Please remember that slanderous comments will not be tolerated.
Parents and community members wishing to contact the Board regarding a specific school, teacher or child, are encouraged to begin at the level closest to their concern.
1. Step One: Contact the teacher, coach, guidance counselor, etc.
2. Step Two: Contact the Principal. If you have a school-wide concern, this becomes step one.
3. Step Three: Contact the District office responsible for the area or concern. 402-426-2610
4. Step Four: Contact the Superintendent of Schools. 402-426-2610
General Rules: This is a public meeting for the conduct of business. Comments from within the audience while others are speaking will not be tolerated. Offensive language, personal attacks, and hostile conduct will not be tolerated.
No action by the Board: The Board will not act on any matter unless it is on the published agenda.

4. Items for Discussion

4.1. Review of the 2025-26 Board Goals

4.2. Misson Statement Review

4.3. Technology Update

Rationale: Scott Macholan, Director of Technology, will present a technology update to the Board of Education, including the status of district infrastructure improvements, device programs, cybersecurity, and possible future technology needs.

4.4. Financial Update

Rationale: Tom Shearer, Director of Finance will present the 2025-26 budget year-end review and update the board on the 2026-27 budget.

4.5. Curriculum and Continuous School Improvement Presentation

Rationale: Erin Field, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, will present, via Zoom, an update to the Board of Education on the status of the Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) and the curriculum needs of Blair Community Schools.

4.6. Special Education and District Services Update

Rationale: Leon Haith, Director of District Services, will provide the Board of Education with an update on the current standing of Special Education and Student Services.

4.7. Buildings and Grounds Update

Rationale: Jeff Steinbeck, Director of Building Grounds will present to the Board of Education the current status of district buildings and grounds, including updates on ongoing maintenance, capital improvement, and construction projects.

4.8. 2026-27 Board Goals

Rationale: The Board of Education will discuss and develop its goals for the upcoming school year. They will focus on establishing priorities, identifying areas of strategic emphasis, and setting measurable goals to guide the work of the Board and the District.

4.9. Superintendent Search Discussion

Rationale: The Board of Education will discuss the superintendent search process, including the desired timeline, search priorities, and next steps in selecting a superintendent to lead Blair Community Schools.

5. Adjournment

July 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM - Board of Education Retreat

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