April 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Milford Public Schools Board of Education Information
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Mission Statement — Milford Public Schools is committed to supporting every student in identifying and developing passion, purpose, and skill to write their best story.
This agenda contains a list of subjects known at the time of its distribution. A copy of the agenda reflecting any changes will be available for public inspection during normal business hours in the District Office. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be altered later than twenty-four hours before the meeting. The Board reserves the right to alter the order of items, as it deems necessary. |
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1.1. Meeting was advertised
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2. Opening Procedures
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2.1. Call to Order, Roll Call
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2.2. Excuse Absent Board Member(s)
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2.3. Open Meeting Law — Information concerning the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 84, Article 14 of Nebraska State Statutes, is posted on the bulletin board in the back of the meeting room.
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Information concerning the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 84, Article 14 of Nebraska State Statutes, is posted on the bulletin board in the back of the meeting room. |
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2.4. Changes to the Agenda
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2.5. Welcome and Introduction of Visitors
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2.6. Community Input
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This is the public’s opportunity to speak to items on the agenda. This is also the public’s opportunity to speak to other non-agenda topics concerning the school district - since it is not an agenda item the board cannot discuss or take action on the matter at this time. To be recognized, all participants must complete the Request to Address the Milford Board of Education Form. The District has established separate complaint procedures for any complaints, including complaints and concerns against individual employees. As such, the Board requests that this complaint process be followed before discussion with the Board takes place. Thank you for your participation. |
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3. Consent Agenda
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3.1. Review, consider, and take all necessary action on the minutes of previous meeting
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3.2. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to approve payment of claims
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General Fund for $190,298 |
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4. Reports
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4.1. Review/discuss administrative reports
Discussion:
Elementary Principal: Mrs. Hartman discussed Kindergarten Roundup; after school clubs; 6th grade musical; after school tutoring; author Oge Mora; and DARE graduation.
Secondary Principal: Dr. Mowinkel congratulated the Archery team and the FCCLA and FFA national qualifiers. He pointed out the school records and career achievements. He discussed the Fine Arts trip and District Music Contest. He pointed out upcoming activities. Reading Literacy Specialist: Mrs. Volkmer discussed a literacy leadership conference she attended; the summer reading program; and summer professional learning opportunities. She shared she was selected to participate as the school's literacy leader in the UNL WORDS Project. Director of Learning: Mr. Carlson discussed assessments and professional development. He gave an update on facility projects. He pointed out upcoming NRCSA trainings and future meetings. He thanked Dave Welsch for attending the NRCSA conference. Superintendent: Dr. Kubicek provided a list of legislative bills and summaries related to education. |
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4.2. Review/discuss student enrollment report
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K-6: 387
7-12: 378 TOTAL K-12: 765 Two fewer students than last month.
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4.3. Review/discuss state funding for public education
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Open discussion as needed. |
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5. Board Commentary
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6. Unfinished Business
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6.1. Review and discuss the playground installation project for the elementary playground
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We are currently collecting proposals from vendors for the playground project. Once we have a chance to review the proposals and current funding, we will be drafting a potential contract for the board to consider at the May board meeting. Attached is a draft visual of the potential playground equipment.
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7. New Business
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7.1. Review, discuss, and consider all necessary action to accept the resignation of Betsy Sistek effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.2. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to approve a teaching contract with DeLaney Barkdoll for the 2026-2027 school year
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.3. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to approve a teaching contract with Greg Miller for the 2026-2027 school year
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.4. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to approve out of state and overnight trips
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.5. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to approve a summer rental agreement with MCLC
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MCLC is interested in providing a summer program for students in the district. They do not have adequate space at their center and have asked to use part of the school facility over the summer to house the program. I have attached a proposed agreement for the board to consider.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.6. Review, consider, and take all necessary action to issue a request for proposals for a before and after school program
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I have attached the survey data for a before and after school program for review.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.7. Review, consider, and take all necessary action on the resolution for federal FEMA funding
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Adopting this resolution allows the district to access available FEMA hazard mitigation grants without committing to any actions. Adoption of the Upper Big Blue NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan is the final step for full participation to become eligible for certain FEMA grants.
I’ve attached a report outlining the proposed projects that could be supported with grant funding. I have also attached the resolution.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Adjourn
Discussion:
President Welsch adjourned the meeting at 5:09 p.m.
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