November 8, 2021 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call
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2. Notice of Open Meeting Act - Posted
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3. Motion to excuse absent board members
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve absent board members Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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4. Pledge of Allegiance
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5. Approval of the agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve agenda Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.1. Hold for discussion and for possible action approval of the following items:
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6.1.1. Minutes of prior meeting(s)
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve minutes of prior meeting Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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6.1.2. Treasurer's report
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Treasurer's report Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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6.1.3. Receipts
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve receipts Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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6.1.4. Expenditures
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve expenditures Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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6.1.5. Claims for payment
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Claims for payment Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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7. Public Forum: Recognition of visitors, delegations, and reading of communications.
Discussion:
Jamie Girmus spoke on the school's attendance policy.
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8. Reports
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8.1. Committee:
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8.1.1. Budget and Finance
Discussion:
Committee met Oct 25 with D. A. Davidson on refinancing our 2017 school bond. FNB Omaha has since reduced their fees. No decision has been made yet who will underwrite the bond issue.
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8.1.2. Negotiations
Discussion:
Committee met with FEA representatives on Oct 22 to begin negotiations on the 2022-23 contract.
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8.1.3. Transportation, Building and Grounds
Discussion:
Committee met Nov 4 with Dave Raymond of Facility Advocates on anticipated renovations. We are looking at replacement of boiler and window air conditioners with a new HVAC system. ESSER 2 and 3 funds will potentially be used for this project. A new scoreboard is needed at the football field, and playground drainage is still an issue. Bus 08 needs to be replaced.
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8.1.4. American Civics
Discussion:
Committee met Nov 8. They discussed the items that need to be covered by our American Civics instruction. Paul Martin and Sue Eigsti are faculty members who are sharing their curriculum practices.
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8.2. Administration
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8.2.1. Principal's Report
Discussion:
Mrs. Stutzman discussed all the events of October. We look forward to Veterans Day program, and One Act Dinner Theater in November.
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8.2.2. Superintendent
Discussion:
Mr. Anderson announced that Mrs. Stutzman has been named the NAESP New Principal of the Year. She will be recognized at the State Conference in December. Greenhouse construction is near completion.
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9. Action Items
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9.1. Approve resolution to open a Request for Quote for HVAC project in the old high school.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Discussion Items
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10.1. Discussion of Student Hanbook Policies that involve unexcused absences.
Discussion:
Mr. Anderson explained the Student Handbook policies relating to absences while attending state tournaments or meets while not a participant. Board committee will discuss further, and will work with administration to revise the current policy.
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10.2. Timeline for Superintendent Evaluation.
Discussion:
Superintendent evaluation process is scheduled as follows: Thur Nov 11th - Wed Nov 17th - Superintendent completes the self-evaluation; Fri Nov 19th - Send board self evaluation results; Fri Nov 19th- Sun Nov 28th - Board members complete their evaluations; Final report and executive summary will be emailed to the board president by Monday, Dec 6th. The board president will also receive a follow up call from a Board Leadership Team Member to discuss results.
The BOE will meet in a Work Session on Monday, December 13 prior to the regular monthly meeting to review the finds with Mr.Anderson. |
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11. Adjournment
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to adjourn Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Next meeting will be held Monday, December 13, beginning at 5:45 pm. Work session for superintendent evaluation will precede the meeting, 5:00-5:45 pm. (Secondary Christmas concert is scheduled for 7pm that evening.)
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