November 11, 2019 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Rationale:  Executive Summary:
               (See attached recommendation from Mr. Franzen and Mr. Schmidt)
 On Monday November 4th at 6:30 PM a community input meeting was held at SEM auditorium.  There were over forty stakeholders present at the meeting to provide personal opinions about the next cycle of football for SEM.  A decoration to the NSAA is required during the month of November for the next 2-year period.  

     twenty-three different people speak at least once on the topic, with people speaking both for the 6-man game, and for the 8-man game.  The community had a diverse group of people in attendance with those parents who currently have or will have students in FB next year, parents of students who are alumni of the program, and parents of students who are not yet at the age to play football.

     In addition to the stake holders, 4 board members were present in the audience, and the administration and athletic director were also present.  The meeting lasted for 70 minutes with everyone speaking that wanted to speak.  

     The meeting began with Mr. Schmidt welcoming everyone, and reviewing the agenda and notes he provided.  The community members than spoke on their feelings, concerns and opinions.  Although this was a highly emotional topic, the meeting was conducted with order, and although not everyone agreed with every statement, all comments were accepted without disruption.

     Interpretation of the meeting: (my perspective)

• I do not think there was a 100% consensus that SEM should play 6-man football.  I do however, feel confident in stating that the overall consensus was that for the next two year cycle, SEM should play 6-man football, and then reevaluate the program in two years.
• My thoughts are that the stakeholders would like to see SEM playing 8-man football, but that they realistically understand that the boy numbers do not support the ability to play 8-man football, at this time.
• I heard many comments about the need for support of the program regardless of the direction of the team (6 or 8) and how as a community we must support the decision that is ultimately made.

It is therefore my recommendation to the board to move to play six-man football for the 2020 & 2021 football seasons.
 

Rationale:  Executive Summary:

On February 12, 2018 the board of education review and policy # 1006.01 "Community Use of School District Buildings, Sites and Equipment".  In support of the policy a Usage of School Facilities Agreement Form was developed as well as a Release and Indemnification Agreement form.  Individuals and/or groups need to complete the appropriate forms and gain approval to the facilities that have been identified.  At the time the activity or event is to happen, the lead individual will be provided with entry key(s) and be solely responsible for the happenings within those areas.  

Return of the keys to office is required within a timely manor after the activity or event.  

All none school activity events will require a usage agreement.  As an example, just because an individual is a school employee does not exempt them from this policy.