September 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.  Members present were:  Broberg, Johnsen, Negus, Schutt, R. Tegeler and T. Tegeler.  Absent:  none.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler stated that notice of the meeting was published in the September 9th issues of The Tilden Citizen/Meadow Grove News and the Antelope County News.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler referred to the open meetings law and welcomed visitors. There was no public comment.

Discussion:  This item was not needed as all six board members were in attendance.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the minutes of the August, 2026 meeting.  There were none.  The minutes stand approved. 

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the August, 2026 financial report.  There were none.  The report stands approved.  

Discussion:  Mr. Brandon Grosserode was at the meeting to inform the board about the status of a possible greenhouse.  He applied for, and received, a $100,000.00 grant from the Nebraska FFA Foundation, Growing a Brighter Future for Nebraska FFA grant, funded by the Howard G. Buffet Foundation.  He has received a quote of $82,412.13 from Greenhouse Megastore for an 18' x 36' greenhouse.  He is working on quotes from area businesses for cement, plumbing and electrical work for the project.  Mr. Grosserode is also researching other grants to help with these expenses.  After discussion, the board decided to table a decision until the quotes from the area businesses are obtained.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne explained the difference in our current option enrollment policy and the proposed changes.  The changes would eliminate any student from opting into or out of Elkhorn Valley Schools after the March 15th annual deadline.  Currently, EV is one of 2 area schools that allow options after the deadline.  The proposed changes would bring EV in line with the concept of open enrollment for the upcoming school year rather than students changing schools mid year.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne explained that the NSAA does not determine host schools for district 1-Act competition until the school year has started.  We have been asked to host this year on November 30.  With this in mind, he recommends that there be no school for students on November 30th.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne informed the board of a recent breakdown of one of the current large vans.  That, coupled with possible insurance coverage, has prompted him to look into purchasing one or 2 new vans.  He received a quote from Olathe Ford for two vans.

Discussion:  Mrs. Novicki told the board that MAP testing has started with good results.  She plans to move the 27-28 test schedule to the second full week of school before activities get into full swing.  The new social studies curriculum has arrived and is being used.  Jr high and high school teachers are taking part in the science of reading grant we received.  Parent teacher conferences are next week, she will conduct a perceptual data survey of parents, attended the WSC recruitment fair and indicated that homecoming events went well.  Mr. Black spoke about the excellent turn out for grandparents day.  He also let the board know that elementary assessments are done so students have been placed into Soar groups.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne is not attending the conference this year.

Discussion:  Board members were reminded to check their calendars so a date for the first negotiations meeting of the year can be set.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne asked the board to let him know soon who is planning to attend the state education conference.

Discussion:  The PA system is complete, the ticket booth door is installed, there are some issues with the keys/door locks in the concession stand.  Mr. Hahne recommends that a fence be installed around the mechanical equipment under the bleachers or possibly around the entire bleacher area to create storage under the bleachers.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne reminded the board about the budget hearing and special meeting.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne asked if any of the board would attend this meeting with him.  Negus agreed to go.

Discussion:  There being no further business, President T. Tegeler adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m.