December 11, 2023 at 6:30 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting

Discussion:  Notice of the meeting was given in advance by publication to the public and to all members of the Board of Education. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance. The Open Meetings Act was available for review. 

Discussion:  Bella Meyer presented her engagement as a panelist at the Nebraska Association of School Board at the State Education Convention.  She thanks the school administration and the school board members for allowing her to participate in this opportunity.

Discussion:  Joe Stump, AMGL Auditor, presented the findings during the 2022-23 annual fiscal audit.  

Discussion:  Mr. Schwartz and Mr. Larsen went through Boone Central's annual report, which highlights items such as tax requests, student growth, and continuous school improvement goals.  The District's assessment scores are incorporated into the report, illustrating the district rates among the state percentiles. 

Discussion: 

Roberts-

1. Administration and teaching staff for the AQuESTT ratings. 

2. Negotiations team for working through that process with an understanding of what is best for the teaching staff and the students guiding that process.  

Frey- Wrestling coaches for all they do. Cody Banzhaf and Tye Nolan for stepping in to help.

Stuhr- Bella Meyer for her achievements and the way she represents our school

Fogleman- Mrs. Kayton for all of the Preschool decision preparation. 

Rolf- Jacob  Paczosa.  Wanted to recognize him for the great job he has been doing.  He is hard working and professional and has been a good fit for the district. 

Schwartz- The entire educational staff and students.  This past month we received our AQUeSTT ratings from NDE where our district received a rating of Great through many different factors.  I want to thank them for all of their hard work that goes into reaching our goals here at Boone Central Schools.

Larsen- Mr. Sup and his Digital Media students do a fantastic job of creating content for our social media pages. Whether it is a game day post for our activities or our athletics, results posts for finished contests and competitions, or introduction videos that you have seen at our home basketball games this winter, Mr. Sup and his students do a fantastic job of putting out these digital artifacts. All of this is done with the skills and programs taught in his classes paired with the talent of his students that is showcased in their body of work. Thanks to Mr. Sup for this extra work and all that they do to promote our students and our school!

Curry- Mrs. Volker is new to our district, but she is a veteran presence in our classroom.  In addition to being a master teacher, she supports our students in many appreciated ways.  She has taken on the responsibility of being our 504 coordinator, she is currently coaching JH GBB, and she is our high school SADD advisor.  She is making great connections with students and staff.

Kayton- I want to thank our preschool teachers for all the extra time they have put into this school year!  I have asked them to be involved in additional meetings, reaching out to other schools, visiting other schools, etc. all while being amazing preschool teachers!  Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students.  

Perone- Ms. Aldana has worked hard this school year and last to balance her FCCLA account through numerous fundraisers and concession stands, always thinking creatively to help her group operate in a positive manner.  She is always willing to lend a hand and jumps at any opportunity to help with our Events.  

Discussion:  Mrs. Kayton - SIP team is digging into data in order to set an academic goal in time for the January board meeting.  Building Character is the current focus of the District, including PBiS, Students/Teachers of the Quarter, Community Coffee, high-five Fridays, Elementary awards, toy drive, etc.

Discussion:  Negotiations Committee- The 2024-25 Negotiated Agreement has been settled with an increased base salary, added personal day, and a few other adjustments.
Transportation Committee- sale of a bus and potential purchase of a handicap van
Beef in School is being discussed for a future possibility

Discussion:  Mr. Schwartz is working on a facility plan with Lowell.  The District's vehicles are being assessed.  The Strategic Plan through NASB will be discussed in the near future.  EMC Insurance has issued a credit due to our accreditation and lack of claims.  ESU7 costs to the District was discussed, specifically related to the Tech Support they are currently providing us.  The Big Give was a success, the District will be using the funds to purchase Clever Touch boards.  The website's platform Blackboard is being bought out by Finalsite.  The new company will work on the merge with our Tech Department.  

Discussion: 

Larsen - lot of talk regarding the Student Discipline Act updates at the State Principals Conference, as well as discussion regarding A.I. and the potential for another active legislative session.  Have met with the early graduates to confirm their end of semester requirements.  Course Request Process is wrapping up.  USSYP Scholarship awarded by Social Studies Education Specialist at NDE to Bella Meyer.

Curry - discussed the 2023 AQuESTT Classification assessments

Kayton - MAPS and Dibels testing is wrapping up and we are seeing great growth.  Students will be showcasing their writing at Community Coffee at Dotted Daisy.  Discussed statistics around preschool programs throughout the country.  

Discussion:  9.2 The ESU7 Special Education Expansion Program is focusing on autism.  If we opt-in, we will qualify to participate but are not financially obligated until we need and utilize the program.
9.3 The 2021 yellow mid bus has not been utilized.  Several other Districts were interested in purchasing.  Purchasing a lower-cost vehicle would accommodate our needs.
9.4 Mr. Schwartz is looking for a van that would meet our needs.
9.5 Standard contract with a two-year term.  The salary array was utilized
 

Discussion: 

Community members spoke on the importance of moving to full-day 4-year-old preschool verses keeping the current preschool program the way it is currently structured.

Discussion:  January 15th, 2023 at 6:30 pm