October 13, 2025 at 6:45 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: 

Knott- Shout out to Mr. Look and the Administrative staff for their work with the safety team meeting.  Also, to all our community partners.  There is a lot of preparation for an event like that.  Thank you to all who are involved and who dedicate their time.  Additionally, I would like to shout out to Michele Olson, grant writer at the ESU7, for helping secure a $200,000 grant to help support the Cardinal Cage project at the softball field.

Roberts- I would like to recognize Claire and the Preschool Advisory Team. They are looking for ways to work with and communicate with daycare workers and parents to improve behaviors/academics before entering the building.  They are dedicated and willing to have open and honest conversations.

Frey- I would like to recognize Randy Pelster and family for donating the beef to the school last month.  This month, Chris Nelson donated the beef.  Albion Locker donated the processing both months.  This is a significant donation, as beef is at an all-time high.

Stuhr- I would like to recognize all the custodians for everything they do before/after sporting events.  That is a hard job so I want to shout them out! 

Rolf- Mrs. Allgood is a wonderful 3rd grade teacher as well as the girls golf coach.  The girls golf team is heading to state golf today, thank you for all you do for our district.

Look-I would like to recognize Mr. Curry and Mrs. Kayton, along with the partnership with Cornerstone Bank for their work on the K-6 Cardinal Bank. This is a great opportunity to expand on our financial literacy and overall good saving practices for students. The bank opening was a great event to kick it all off!  I would also like to recognize the music program and their concert last night.

Larsen- Whether teachers have to be absent for trainings, events, sickness, or family matters, we have a dedicated group of substitutes willing to answer the call even at a moment’s notice. They show up and help to ensure that instruction continues to occur and students are given the opportunity to learn. At all building levels, these individuals come in with a smile on their face and support our school and students.

Curry-  Lisa Carder began her teaching career in the mid-80s.  She continues to serve our community, post-retirement, as a substitute teacher.  Her long-term subbing assignment ends at the end of this month.  We are grateful for her time and effort that she has put into this role by giving her best to the students and staff at the middle school.  

Kayton- I would like to recognize and thank Michelle Devine and Sheena Krohn.  We started the year with long-term subs in both Kindergarten and 2nd grade.  They did a great job building relationships, building routines and communicating with the staff and parents!  We appreciate all they did in their 7-8 weeks here with us! 

Discussion: 

Kendra Gustafson from ESU7 will be here next week, conducting an all-staff math data dig! We will look at the progress we have made specifically in the area of number sense.

We will also have a presentation on Active Student Engagement.  This will tie to our TIP (target improvement plan) goal.  We are always trying to get the most out of our kiddos through active engagement, so hopefully this will provide our teachers with some new and fresh ideas!

Discussion:  Transportation - The transportation committee is looking at purchasing two suburbans and another 10-passenger van.  The state's rule is that you cannot have more than 10-passengers in a van, therefore some of our vehicles must be retro-fitted to reduce the number of seats.

Discussion:  Mr. Look - The general fund is currently at 6.9% of the budget.  Negotiations are coming up. The Superintendent self-evaluation has been completed by Mr. Look.  A strategic Planning with the ESU will be coming up.  Bus cameras will be installed in the new bus, using cameras from the old bus.  A letter will be sent to the public service commission on the concern of the public safety due to poor internet connectivity within and around Albion.

Discussion:  Larsen- Fall 2025 PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE DATA: 9th-72.3%,10-53.2%, 11th-66.0%, 12th-57.7%, Total percentage: 62%.  ACT - Juniors: Tomorrow

Curry- Parent/Teacher Conferences: 5th-88%, 6th-79%, 7th-70%, 8th-74%, Total-78%.  Instructional Rounds begin next week.  "Beat the Bison" week at BCMS.  FB plays CC this afternoon, VB plays CC tomorrow.  Next month, I will be serving on an accreditation visit for Garden County Schools (Oshkosh).  I will learn how other schools, like Garden County, approach school improvement.  The NCSA has asked me to serve as a mentor administrator to a group of 10 rookie principals across the state of Nebraska.  I’m honored to be asked to serve in this capacity.

Kayton- P/T Conferences: 99% attendance rate.  Two teachers out on maternity leave that will be conducting their P/T Conferences soon!  We had 25 students try out for student council (application, video, teacher rating scales, and votes). 6 students were selected: Lane Fiala, Keegan Knott, Caleb Krohn, Henry Nelson, Ashlynn Paulson, Paige Starman.  Cardinal Bank opened on Wednesday with Senator Briese present.  Family Literacy Night: smaller group than normal but still a great opportunity for students to interact with their families!  Free meal, parents participated in a technology zoom, students participated in activities with their "BCE  families." Dr. Cody Gulbrandson did a short presentation.  Activities all had to do with the book "Invent-A-Pet"

Discussion:  November 10th at 7:30pm

Discussion:  Adjourned 7:22 am