July 9, 2026 at 6:30 AM - Regular Board of Education Meeting
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1. Open the Meeting, Recognition of Open Meetings Law and Publication of 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.
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2. Roll Call
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3. Agenda and Minutes
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4. Welcome Guests
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5. Bill Roster and Financial Reports
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Reports
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6.1. Madi Rankin - CKC Updates
Discussion:
Madi Rankin discussed the summer and after-school CKC program, reviewing updates, rate changes and future plans. 50 students attended the 2026 summer program. Madi recommended raising staff wages to the minimum wage for next year, and will begin the hiring process next year. Program rates will increase to accommodate the staff wage increase and inflation. The after-school program accommodates 45 students. 2026-27 registration will open next week. Madi will provide the overall expenditures and revenues to the Board.
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6.2. Boone Central Recognitions
Discussion:
Knott- Mr. Look on year one at Boone Central. We are looking forward to going into year two with some consistency. He has a calm, logical approach to everything and is great to work with. Roberts- AAron Blanchard for his expertise and for jumping on board and taking action on some upcoming maintenance needs. His standards are high and he has a good idea of things that need to be addressed moving forward. Frey- The custodial staff for all their hard work this summer, they have done a great job making the school look great and getting it ready for next year. Stuhr- The custodial staff have done a great job this summer. The building looks very impressive, they have done a great job making the place look good for the start of the school year. Fogleman- The transportation team has done a great job with making the best decisions on our fleet and what needs to be done in order to keep things running smoothly. Rolf- FBLA went to their National Convention, a great group and very successful turnout. Appreciate everything they have done. Look- I would like to recognize Mr. Larsen and the CTE Department.They worked on a ReVISION Grant through NDE and received just over $99,000 for these programs. Congratulations to them. I would also like to recognize and thank the Board of Education for all of the work you do. It is often a thankless job. Thank you for what you do and for trusting me to serve as your Superintendent! |
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6.3. Continuous School Improvement
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6.4. Board Reports
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6.5. Superintendent Report
Discussion:
General Fund Report (board report) - Over 11% under budget year to date Finance Committee - will meet in the near future August Board Meeting discussions will include: increase Districts' base %, special meeting, Strategic Planning, CTE project District Truck - Working with insurance on a claim to determine a possible total loss due to an electrical short. The insurance claim and outcome will determine next steps High School Entrance Concrete Project - will start in the next couple weeks pending weather |
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6.6. Principal & AD Reports
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6.7. Bullying Policy 5054
Discussion:
No updates
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6.8. Attendance and Excessive Absences Policy 5001
Discussion:
A few new requirements per Legislation.
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7. Discussion of Action Agenda Items
Discussion:
9.1 -16 policies updates and 3 new policies, which have been reviewed by the Policy Committee
9.2 - annual approval, no changes 9.3 - annual approval, no changes 9.4 - annual approval 9.5 - Brock Kuester will replace Mary Levander on the Foundation Board 9.6 - $156,000/18 loans this year 9.7 - Recommendation is to increase the daily sub rate to $160 9.8 - CKC rate increase recommended by Madi 9.9 - Re-approval with new rates - recommendation is to move forward with Columbus Door and Window, to be completed after school starts |
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8. Public Comment
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9. Action Items
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9.1. Updated Policies
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.2. 2026-27 Preschool Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.3. 2026-27 Interlocal Agreement with the City of Albion
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.4. NRCSA Membership
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.5. Gateway Youth Foundation Member Approval
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.6. 2026 Olson-Wolf Loans
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.7. 2026-2027 Substitute Teacher Pay
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.8. 2026-27 CKC Rates
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.9. Pathways Building Fire Escape Door
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Next Meeting Date
Discussion:
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:30AM
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11. Questions by the Media
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12. Adjournment
Discussion:
Adjourned 7:19 AM
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