April 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Discussion:  All members present

Discussion:  It was shared with the Board that the rejection of the Knife River project may impact the district's future taxable growth.

Discussion:  Casey Tremayne and Joy Gonzalez presented to the board about the different ways they are currently co-teaching with 6th grade students.

Mrs. Uhl and Mr. Brand shared updates highlighting a busy and successful spring across the district, with a strong focus on student transitions, celebrations, and upcoming events. Plans are in place to support 5th graders transitioning to 6th grade through orientation activities, panels, and an open house for families. At the elementary level, events like the spring concert, Kindergarten Round Up with 21 participating families, and a well-attended Title I Read-In reflect strong community engagement. Students are actively participating in NSCAS testing, with additional assessments like AIMSweb to be scheduled, and upcoming events include the elementary track meet and preschool graduation. At the secondary level, student scheduling for next year is underway, ACT data analysis is forthcoming, and key milestones like senior trip, last day, and graduation are approaching. Extracurriculars are thriving, with spring sports in full swing, notable track performances, and strong representation and success at the SkillsUSA State Competition. The district continues to build strong momentum as the school year progresses, with a clear focus on supporting students and preparing them for a successful finish.
 

Discussion:  Discussion was held regarding holding off on budget amendments until June to allow for more accurate financial projections. The administration reported that $170,000 has been repaid to the QCPUF, which was viewed as a very positive step for the district’s financial position. Board members were asked to indicate their availability for graduation. Information was shared on the ACT recovery course. Updates to the student handbook were discussed, including recent library changes. The administration is currently seeking bids for the potential trade-in of the grey van. Enrollment stands at 452 students, with 3 new students and no withdrawals, and attendance remains at 95%. An update was also provided on chronic absenteeism data and ongoing recovery efforts.

Discussion:  Kristina Nelsen shared information about the NRCSA conference she attended.  The conference had very good speakers and great information on many topics.  She highly recommended other board members participate in the future.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal presented information on Academic Content Standards, which needs to be presented yearly.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal shared that the three administrators will develop a professional development plan for the 2026-2027 school year and present it in June.  He said it will be heavy in curriculum work on the elementary side and heavy on standards work on the secondary side.

Discussion:  A legislative update was provided, noting that while limited education-related bills were passed this session. Ongoing monitoring and advocacy efforts will remain a priority to ensure the district is prepared for any changes and continues to communicate the potential impact on students, staff, and the community.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal shared we are going to keep summer projects small this year.  Do some deep cleaning, painting, and small projects around the building.  We will hold costs down as much as possible.

Discussion:  Mr. Jerabek shared several strong ideas for next year’s coursework and described activities currently taking place in his classes. He anticipates that student interest in agriculture classes will increase next year. He also outlined opportunities available to students prior to establishing an FFA chapter. Additionally, there appears to be significant community support for starting an FFA chapter in the near future. A public interest meeting will be held at the end of the school year to discuss the potential launch of an FFA chapter.

Discussion:  This is a yearly review on our English Language Learner program.  Dr. Lefdal discussed our program and how we monitor how students are growing in this area.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal discussed the possibility of changing how we recognize our top graduating students to provide more scholarship opportunities for students with excellent and similar GPA's and ACT scores.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal shared the 26-27 schedule is coming together nicely and nearly completed.

Discussion:  Dr. Lefdal discussed an opportunity to generate income for the school by offering a virtual online high school.  This will be discussed at a later date.

Discussion:  The next meeting will be Tuesday, May 12th at 7:00 p.m.