June 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting

Discussion:  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and President Van Zee made note of the Open Meetings Act poster that is on display in the meeting room.

Discussion:  CLAIMS: Adams, Alicia, 64.88; Amazon, 6,595.09; Anderson, Joshua, 488.58; Arensdorf, Michael, 1,244.88; Armstrong, Brian, 701.68; ASCD, 119.00; B and H Photo, 3,129.28; Big Springs Truck and Travel, 1,254.74; Black Hills Energy, 1,550.00; Brethauer, Jack, 544.64; Brost, N, 129.18; Brown, Christina, 64.88; Brueggeman, Patrick, 269.33; Caert, Inc., 2,100.00; Card Service Center, 886.45; Carlson Electric, 1,439.38; Carlson, Troy, 1,364.58; Cash-Wa Dist., 42.98; Cdw Government, Inc., 1,184.52; Century Link, 706.46; Christensen, Cameron, 2,109.71; Christensen, H, 550.00; Cornhusker Glass Inc., 291.57; Doncheske, T, 194.63; Duncan, Duane, 1,212.96; Eakes, Inc., 2,158.66; Ecolab, 71.40; Einspahr, Heidi, 51.00; Engineered Controls, Inc., 140.00; Foster, Debra, 90.00; Fox, Casey, 1,019.45; Freedom Flooring, 3,112.72; Frerichs, Lisa, 514.51; Gallentine, LJ, 441.29; Hill, Tim, 866.83; Hometown Leasing, 2,746.57; Hot Lunch Account, 410.30; Hot Lunch, 998.37; Howell, Raymond and Carrie, 303.24; Ideal Linen Supply, 155.84; Johnson, C, 136.00; Johnson, Dylan, 756.50; Johnson, Sarah, 149.63; Johnson, Theresa, 1,971.06; Jostens, 124.18; Keith Co. News, 196.63; KSB School Law, 1,500.00; Learning Without Tears, 492.42; Mathis, Amanda, 898.35; McClung, Mark, 538.65; Mid-American Research, 191.93; Nebraska ASCD, 40.00; Nebraska Council School Administrators, 735.00; Nebraska State Fire Marshall Agency, 180.00; NPPD (Nebraska Public Power District), 2,780.00; NPPD MLBRY Acct, 71.61; NPPD Plum 2 Acct, 48.42; Ornelas, Jovita, 1,276.60; Orr, A, 72.00; R Lawn LLC, 640.00; Really Good Stuff, 191.47; Really Great Reading, LLC, 493.92; Reese Mechanical, 1,370.00; Reichman, Jennifer, 166.88; S & W Auto Supply, 32.98; Schneider, D, 129.75; Snell Services, Inc., 870.13; Speihs, Toby, 1,710.76; Spencer, D, 510.97; Staples, 183.13; Themes & Variations Inc., 200.00; Time Management System (TMS), 1,462.80; Unum - Colonial Life Insurance Company, 1,569.90; Valley Repair, 359.04; Van Horn, Patsy, 960.00; Van Zee Heating and Air, 17,127.63; Verizon Wireless, 227.89; Village Of Big Springs, 1,798.35; Wage Works, Inc., 146.00; Walmart Business, 1,231.89; WEX Bank, 1,839.19; Wiest Hardware, 442.07; Wilson, Gabriel, 651.00; Wilson, L, 81.72 ; Freedom Flooring, 1,419.00; Moorhead, D, 550.00; Time Management System (TMS), 1,072.80; Payroll Total 312,343.54 

Discussion:  COMMITTEE REPORTS: BUILDING: Mr. Spencer provided an update on the sixth grade room repairs. 

Discussion:  Thank you cards from Mrs. Barnhart and Mrs. Vlasin were read. 

Discussion:  Mr. Nick Brost's Principal's Report: Congratulations to Nathan Jacobs, Isabelle Reichman, Brayden Einspahr, Drake Arensdorf, Quinten Koenen for qualifying for the State Track Meet. The Handbook Committee met and discussed the Student Handbook and Activity Handbook. They made recommendations on the following items: graduation awards, graduation requirements, student absences and student council. Kyle Brown and Natalie Mayer conducted a Free Sports Physical day at South Platte. Congratulations to our students who have been selected to participate in the summer All-Star Sports Games. MAC vs MNAC: Jarrette Schwartz, Nathan, Joshua Estrada, Quinten, Isabelle, Johanna Frerichs; Panhandle Prep Basketball: Quinten, Isabelle, Johanna; West Nebraska Football: Quinten; NPCC Basketball: Isabelle, Maddi Cheleen was selected as the coach. South Platte hosted the MAC vs MNAC All-Star Basketball Game. Isabelle and Nathan were MAC team MVPs, Isabelle and Jarrette won the 3-point contests. NSAA Activity Registration for Fall is Due July 1. Athletes have been attending open gym sessions, summer weights and summer camps. Thank you to our coaches for spending time during the summer with our student-athletes. The gym floor has been refinished. The gym will be open next Monday.

Discussion:  Mr. David Spencer's Superintendent's Report: Elementary Staff met today for a family literacy engagement training. NE Association of School Boards has some upcoming training available for school board members. Denise, Dustie and Mr. Brost are busy on the many NDE reports that are due during the summer months. The NHS-sponsored blood drive is this month. 

Discussion:  There was discussion about bank account permissions. 

Discussion:  There was a discussion about local substitutes. 

Discussion:  There was a discussion about KSB and School Board Policy. 

Discussion:  There was a discussion about handbooks. 

Discussion:  There was a discussion about the Athletic Training Contract. 

Discussion:  There was a discussion about a scholarship CD fund. 

Discussion:  There was discussion about summer projects: concrete work and electrical work. 

Discussion:  Review the minutes. 

Discussion:  The next regular meeting of the SPBOE will be July 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM.