April 9, 2018 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm.
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1.1. Recognition of Public Notice of Open Meeting
Discussion:
President Mrkvicka noted that notice of the meeting was properly published in the Phonograph Herald and/or in 3 public places, per policy. |
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1.2. Recognition of Posted Notice of the Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
President Mrkvicka noted that the Open Meetings Law is posted on the wall of the meeting room. |
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2. Roll Call
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3. Minutes of the Previous Regular Meetings
Discussion:
President Mrkvicka asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the previous meeting. None were made, and the minutes were declared approved. |
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4. Bills As Presented By the Superintendent
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.1. Board needs to consider paying the credit card as presented.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5. Financial Report
Discussion:
The Superintendent presented the Financial Report. |
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6. Communications from the Public
Discussion:
Nancy and Kelvin Smith, patrons of the district, introduced themselves. |
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7. New Business
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7.1. The Robotics Club will present after their National Competition.
Discussion:
Mr. Dustin Nilsen was present to report on the U. S. Open Robotics tournament that 4 students from St. Paul recently attended. Mr. Nilsen stated that the team did well, considering it was their first time at such a competitive meet. The students built and programmed their robot, which then had to complete several tasks as part of the competition, including driving a course, and stacking cones. The Board congratulated the team.
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7.2. Tobin Buchanan will be here to present on refinancing the building bond.
Discussion:
Tobin Buchanan of First National Bank attended the meeting to present options to the Board regarding the possibility of refinancing the bond. Refinancing the bond, which can be done this fall, will be discussed at a future meeting.
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7.3. Principal's Report
Discussion:
In the Principal's report, Mrs. Hagen stated that there are 38 potential graduates, with a few students still needing to submit community service hours. Mrs. Paider reported that the elementary teachers are researching a new math curriculum. Also, the possibility of a developmental kindergarten is being discussed. Placement in this program would be decided from results of testing completed with the students. The intention is that students would attend regular kindergarten the year after attending developmental kindergarten Mrs. Schulte is working on special education programming and staff for next year. Mr. Peters reported that the track teams are having a good year. He reported that the golf team hopes to have a meet soon, weather permitting.
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7.4. Report from Building Committee
Discussion:
No report from the Building Committee.
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7.5. Board needs to consider accepting the resignation of Sara Farrar. (Kindergarten)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.6. Board needs to consider offering a certified contract to Mrs. Daylene Fox. (Kindergarten)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mrs. Fox has not been released from her contract in Grand Island.
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7.7. Board needs to consider the adoption of the revised Policy 5008, Pregnant or Parenting Sttudents
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.7.1. Board needs to consider offering a certified contract to Chris Elstermeier. (6th Grade)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.7.2. Board needs to consider paying for a portion of the softball/baseball complex remodel.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Swinarski reported on the meeting that was held regarding the softball/baseball facility renovations The Fire Marshall evaluated the facility and has informed the committee of his requirements. Electrical, insulation, and turf work is to be done, at a total cost of $80,000. The committee would like a commitment from school and city for funding, which will also use public and private donations. The school board is in support of the project and willing to put money in, but will decide on the amount after more information is available.
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7.7.3. Board needs to consider offering a certified contract to Connor Bolling. (K-6 Physical Education)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.8. Board needs to consider the Insurance choice for Impact classified staff.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The District must offer insurance to classified staff members that do not have other insurance. There is no requirement that the District pay for the insurance.
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7.9. Board needs to consider approving the option report as presented.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.10. Superintendent's Report
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7.10.1. Teacher Appreciation Gift
Discussion:
The Board discussed other ways to support the staff on Staff Appreciation Day, instead of the pizza lunch that has been offered in the past. The Board directed the administrative team to decide on the appreciation gift.
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7.11. Review Board Calendar
Discussion:
The Board calendar was reviewed.
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8. Adjournment
Discussion:
The meeting adjourned at 9:10pm.
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