March 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Date Public Notice appeared in the Norfolk Daily News:
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2. Call to Order
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The Norfolk Public School District's Board of Education meeting is called to order.
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2.1. Roll Call
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If any board member is absent, there will need to be a motion to excuse the absence.
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2.2. Declaration of a Legal Meeting
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This is a legal meeting of the board of education, as advertised by the means specified in board policy. A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted in the board room for your review. A copy of the agenda is available at the desk of the recording secretary.
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3. Pledge of Allegiance
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Please stand and join us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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4. Presentations & Special Recognition
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4.1. Focus on the Students
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Jefferson Elementary
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4.2. Award for Excellence
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Award for Excellence recipient: Michael Grove, Teacher, Alternative Education, Senior High
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5. Public Comments & Communication
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This is the time during the meeting when the public may request to address the Board. According to state law, if you wish to comment you must identify yourself, including your address, the name of the organization you represent and the topic that you wish to address. "Public Comment" cards are located at the Media table, in the back of the room. Please pick up a card and provide the required information, if you plan to speak. Each individual’s comments will be limited to five minutes.
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6. Information and Discussion Items
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6.1. Finance & Facilities Report
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The total amount of claims to be approved on the consent agenda by specific fund are listed below: General Fund = $640,117.55 Nutrition Fund = $304,836.03 Subsidiary Fund = $13,489.65 Depreciation Fund = $134,161.48 Special Building Fund = $24,132.86 Senior High Activity Fund = $95,325.87 February Senior High Activity Fund = $10,400.00 Junior High Activity Fund = $4,718.58 February Junior High Activity Fund = $1,210.00 Student Fee Fund = $1,949.39 All of these claims were reviewed earlier today by the Finance and Facilities Committee.
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6.2. Teaching & Learning Report
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CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT
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6.3. Student Programs Report
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6.4. Student Services Report
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6.5. Human Resources & Accreditation Report
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7. Committee Reports
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7.1. Finance & Facilities Committee Report
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The Finance and Facilities Committee met on March 9th. The committee discussed and reviewed:
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7.2. Policy Committee Report
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The Policy Committee met on February 17th, and the minutes were shared at the last Board meeting. The committee recommends approval of the proposed revisions and reaffirmations to the 9000's policies - Bylaws of the Board.
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7.3. Government Relations Committee Report
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The Government Relations Committee met on February 12th, 20th and March 4th. Meeting minutes are attached.
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7.4. District Wellness Committee Report
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The NPS Wellness Committee met on February 9, 2026. The Wellness Committee, as required by state law, addresses the health and wellness of the teachers, students, and staff of Norfolk Public Schools. As a result of a $5,000 grant that was received, the Wellness Committee has been able to organize many fun, exciting, and healthy activities this year. We have had many second semester activities. Third quarter activities hosted by the District Wellness Committee included a bowling afternoon at King’s Lanes and a skating night at the City Skating Rink. Fourth quarter activities planned include participating in an escape room team challenge for teachers, an EHA health challenge, a health scavenger hunt, a coin toss activity, and a final year-end challenge where teachers can complete various activities as a team, take a selfie of the team doing the activity, and submit the photo to their building. A drawing will then be held for a gift card for the winning team. Health information is sent out on a quarterly basis to parents to remind them to send healthy snacks and to provide suggestions for healthy birthday treats. Our district has met all the goals that have been set for healthy lifestyles by our Wellness Committee this year. |
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7.5. Curriculum and American Civics Committee Report
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The Committee on American Civics and Curriculum met on Monday, March 9th, 2026.
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7.6. Norfolk Public Schools Foundation Committee Report
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The NPS Foundation met on February 16th and was called to order by April Pearson with nine board members in attendance. Executive Director Austin Truex shared updates regarding scholarships and classroom grants. During committee breakout sessions, Chairs were selected and goals were set. Additional discussion focused on recruiting new Foundation board members.
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8. Approve Consent Agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the consent agenda passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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8.1. Minutes of Previous Meetings
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Minutes from the meeting on February 23rd, 2026 are attached for review.
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8.2. Personnel
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8.2.1. Contract Approval
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Brown, Anna
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8.2.2. Resignations
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Tracie Chochon - School Psychologist - resigning at the end of the 2025-2026 school year
Emily Korth - English Teacher, Norfolk Senior High - resigning at the end of the 2025-2026 school year |
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8.3. Claims
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Attached are the claims. These claims were reviewed earlier by our Finance and Facilities Committee. There are 4 conflict statements that will need to be read prior to voting.
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9. Action Items
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9.1. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the bid for the Junior High Theater paint project
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We received proposals from 3 different vendors for repainting the tan walls and ceiling of the Junior High Theater. The estimates came in all over the place. The high bid was $253,450 and the low bid was $85,207. In visiting with the low bidder, there were some concerns about the plan to complete the project. Using lifts, removing seats, and getting equipment into the facility. For those reasons, I would recommend not accepting the low bid. Our 3rd bid came in at $112,000. They have a solid plan of how to complete the project and I have visited a reference of a similar project they have done in the past. I feel confident moving forward with Midwest Custom Paint for $112,000. The NPS Foundation has raised funds for this project and will cover most of this expense.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Midwest Custom Paint bid for the Junior High Theater for $112,000 passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.2. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the bid for the District print/copy contract
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We have received bids from 5 different vendors for our Print/Copy Contract. All bidders provided proposals that met our district needs. ACP (All Copy Products) did provide a proposal that had the lowest monthly lease fee. When taking into consideration the added cost of printing, ACP was still lowest. I have checked references and visited with our Tech team, we feel comfortable moving forward with ACP for this contract.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the 5 year contract with ACP for the District print & copy services passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.3. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the first reading of the reaffirmed 9000's policies - Bylaws of the Board
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No changes were made to the following Bylaws of the Board policies. The Policy Committee recommends that they be reaffirmed.
9000 - General Statement 9010 - Limits of Authority 9100 - Legal Description 9110 - Number of Members, Terms of Office 9120 - Officers 9122 - Vice-President 9123 - Treasurer 9124 - Secretary 9125 - Attorney 9126 - Auditor 9127 - Individual Members 9140 - Removal From Office 9141 - Board Member Attendance 9200 - Formulation, Adoption, Amendment of Policies 9210 - Adoption and Amendment of Bylaws 9220 - Approval and Amendment of Administrative Regulations 9300 - Regular Meetings 9301 - Special Meetings 9330 - Parliamentary Procedure 9341 - Voting 9350 - Methods of Operation/Quorum 9360 - Board/School District Records 9370(b) - Closed Sessions
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the first reading of the reaffirmed 9000's policies - Bylaws of the Board as presented passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.4. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the first reading of the revised 9000's policies - Bylaws of the Board
Rationale:
The Policy Committee reviewed the policies listed below and recommends the proposed revisions.
9121 - President 9310 - Advance Delivery of Meeting Materials 9320 - Order of Business 9340 - Minutes 9370(a) - Open Sessions
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the first reading of the revised 9000's policies - Bylaws of the Board as presented passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.5. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the second and final reading of reaffirmed board policy 8330 - Formulation of Administrative Regulations
Rationale:
There have been no changes to this policy.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the second and final reading of reaffirmed board policy 8330 - Formulation of Administrative Regulations passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.6. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 2222 - Director of Business Services
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There have been no changes to this policy since its first reading on February 23rd.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 2222 - Director of Business Services passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.7. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 8158 - Standing Committee on Government Relations
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There have been no changes to this policy since its first reading on February 23rd.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 8158 - Standing Committee on Government Relations passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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9.8. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 8272--Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct
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There have been no changes to this policy since its first reading on February 23rd.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the second and final reading of the revised board policy 8272--Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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10. Future Meetings
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The 2nd regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, March 23rd, 2026 at Noon. All components of these meetings will be held at the NPS Central Administration Offices and will be open to the public unless a Closed Session is needed in order to protect the interest of the district or the reputation of an individual. |
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11. Closed Session to discuss personnel -- As needed to prevent needless injury to the reputation of an individual
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11.1. Convene Closed Session to discuss personnel -- As needed to prevent needless injury to the reputation of an individual
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to convene Closed Session to discuss personnel, as needed to prevent needless injury to the reputation of an individual passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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11.2. Reconvene Meeting from Closed Session
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11.3. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the Cancellation of Contract for Amber Kittle
Rationale:
This is a confidential personnel issue. A hearing was not requested. Resolution attached.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Cancellation of Contract for Amber Kittle passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
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12. Adjournment
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