October 14, 2024 at 6:30 AM - 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:  Mr. Sup presented the Financial Literacy status report, covering the graduation requirements and progress of the program.  Mr. Sup and Mr. Ray instruct the required classes of economics, personal finance and accounting.    Students must earn 235 credit hours to be eligible for a high school diploma.  Credit requirements for future graduations were also presented.

Discussion: 

Roberts- Thanks to the cooks for all the efforts they put into the meals.  The lunch and Beef in Schools programs are going over well.  Having good nutrition throughout the day for our children is so important.

Frey- Mrs. Wright & Mrs. Paulson did a great job with the fall concert, the work they do to get kids ready to play is very much appreciated.

Stuhr- The bus drivers for all the time they put into the routes and activities.

Fogleman-  Chelsea Gaunt for going above and beyond for the Health Science class and the new CNA program.  Her partnership with BCHC has been extremely helpful to help our students know about different areas and become excited about Healthcare.  With the new manikin and room at BCHC, I am excited to see the things for those programs! 

Rolf- I want to recognize Amy Allgood for all of her hard work and wish the girls luck at State Golf.

McDonald-  Fall Sponsors/Coaches/Student participants as their activities are coming to a close.  Lots of hard work and dedication in all programs during the off-season has paid off for the success of our programs this year.   The office staff for having a successful audit this year.  Their commitment to ensuring the financial accounts are accurate and that we are compliant doesn’t go unnoticed.  Job well done!

Larsen- Ms. Pestel and Mrs. Spence have personified The Cardinal Way. From IEP meetings, to MDTs, to communication with staff members all while serving our students and school. They have selflessly committed to supporting everyone while exercising patience, respect, and always having perspective.

Curry—Our student teacher, Marissa Morris, has done an outstanding job this year. She comes to class prepared, builds rapport with the kids in her classes, and she has even stepped up to help with volleyball. I’ve observed her teach multiple times, and she will make whatever district hires her very happy.  She is the first student teacher from Dakota Wesleyan who was allowed to do her experience outside South Dakota.  Miss Morris continues to be a valuable member of our Middle School family!

Kayton- I would like to recognize our ERT team.  A few weeks ago, we had an incident on the playground.  The Emergency Response Team was quick to respond and remained professional while responding to the incident until Albion Fire and Rescue arrived.  I would also like to thank and recognize Albion Fire and Rescue for their quick response.  I appreciate their dedication to the safety of our students and staff.

Discussion: 

On October 24th, Otis Pierce will be visiting from ESU7.  The focus will be on Number Sense and how it towers into all subject areas.  All teachers will be involved.  Resources will be shared with teachers on how they can incorporate number sense into their classroom and how they can track data.

Discussion:  Policy Committee meeting to be scheduled in the near future

Discussion:  Dr. McDonald discussed 2024-25 financial reports, which include the current cash on hand, expenditures and revenue.  The 2023-24 audit was completed at the end of September, the audit firm will provide a report next month.  The district has two new 10-passenger vans, and has traded in one minivan.  Need to schedule a building and grounds meeting to go over Mr. Imus' maintenance report.  The boilers are up and working, that project is complete.  The IT department is working on the website.  Negotiations meeting will be scheduled soon.  The elementary playground gate does not allow for emergency response vehicles and snow removal, so a larger gate will replace the current one.  The early childhood committee will meet and go over the preschool policy.

Discussion:  Larsen (High School) - Parent/Teacher Conferences: 9th: 61%, 10th: 70%, 11th: 51%, 12th: 55%, Overall: 59.25%.  Last year during Fall Conferences we were at 60.8% (typical).  October has been a BUSY month for HS students and teachers, including Pre-ACT for the Juniors, Field Trips: To Kill A Mockingbird Play (Kearney), UNMC, Valero, Upcoming Zoo Trip.  In the process of finalizing the plans for the AEF Big Give.

Curry (Middle School) - Parent/Teacher Conferences: 79% Represented (114/145), 5th (22/29), 6th (40/47), 7th (24/32), 8th (28/37).  Character Retreat is 10/23.  7th & 8th grade will participate in some community service in addition to the retreat at the Cardinal Inn.  Mrs. Nelson has been doing this for years, and it is a great opportunity she provides kids to think about and discuss various aspects of building character.  I will be going to Fullerton on Wednesday & Thursday as part of their NDE Frameworks Accreditation visit.  This will be a good opportunity for me to learn more about this process from the evaluator's perspective.

Kayton (Elementary) - Parent/Teacher Conferences: Kindergarten 100%, 1st Grade 97%, 2nd Grade 100%, 3rd Grade 93%, 4th Grade 98%, Total Average 98%.  Elementary Literacy Night/Annual Title I Meeting funded by The Federal Government to be held on Thursday, October 17th from 5:30-7:15, provides assistance to help students meet standards in reading.  Hot Dog Feed, Games, and Prizes.  Field Trips: Fire Safety for PK, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade, 4th grade visited the state capital , 1st and 2nd grade will be visiting Poppy’s Pumpkin Patch later in the month, 3rd grade has the Boone County Museum coming to school to do a presentation for them this week.

Discussion:  November 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Art Room.

Discussion:  Adjourned 7:16 AM.