January 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Dr. Andrew Dick, Superintendent.
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1.a. Call to Order by Dr. Andrew Dick, Superintendent
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
This meeting was held in accordance to the Open Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was published in the Star-Herald on Saturday, January 10, 2026, and on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
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4. Annual Reorganizational Meeting
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4.a. Election of Officers
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4.a.1. President
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a.2. New President Presiding - Elections Continue
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4.a.3. Vice President
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a.4. Treasurer
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a.5. Secretary
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.b. Approval of Committees, Positions, & Delegations
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4.b.1. Consider, discuss, and take action to elect Secretary to the Board of Education
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.b.2. Consider, discuss, and take action to select legal counsel
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.b.3. Consider, discuss, and take action to select an architect
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.b.4. Consider, discuss, and take action to elect Committees and Special Appointments as determined by the Board of Education
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.b.4.A. Curriculum and Instruction/Americanism Committee (Facilitator: Mike Mason)
Current Appointees: Beth Merrigan, Scott Reisig, & Paul Snyder |
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4.b.4.B. Facility Committee (Facilitator: Marianne Carlson)
Current Appointees: Mark Lang, Rob Polk, & Scott Reisig |
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4.b.4.C. Finance Committee (Facilitator: Marianne Carlson)
Current Appointees: Beth Merrigan, Tory Schwartz, & Paul Snyder |
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4.b.4.D. Student Services Committee (Facilitator: Dr. Wendy Kemling)
Current Appointees: Rob Polk, Tory Schwartz, & Paul Snyder |
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4.b.4.E. Policy Committee (Facilitator: Dr. Andrew Dick)
Current Appointees: Rob Polk, Tory Schwartz, & Paul Snyder |
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4.b.4.F. Classified Salaried Representative
Current Appointee: Mark Lang |
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4.b.4.G. SBPS Foundation Representative
Current Appointee: Tory Schwartz |
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4.b.5. Consider, discuss, and take action on select Depository Bank(s)
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4.b.5.A. Platte Valley Bank
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4.b.5.B. Riverstone Bank
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4.b.5.C. Nebraska Liquid Asset Fund
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4.b.6. Consider, discuss, and take action to select the District newspaper(s) of record
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4.c. Consent Appointments and Designations
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4.c.1. Auditor: Dana F. Cole & Company
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4.c.2. Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Wendy Kemling
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4.c.3. School Physician: Regional West Physicians Clinic
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4.c.4. Federal Authorized Representative: Dr. Andrew Dick
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4.d. Approval of Current Board Policies and Regulations
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4.e. Dissemination to each Board Member of Conflict of Interest Statutes
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5. Consent Agenda
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5.a. Adopt Agenda
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5.b. Approval of Certified Staff Hire
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5.b.1. Bryar DeSanti, Teacher, ReConnect
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5.c. Approval of Certified Staff Resignation
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5.c.1. Lillian Ralston, Teacher, Bear Cub Preschool
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5.c.2. Gayl King, Special Education, Longfellow Elementary School
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5.c.3. Theresa Ascherl, English, Scottsbluff High School
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5.c.4. Zach Parks, Teacher, ReConnect
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5.c.5. Bryar DeSanti, Teacher, ReConnect - Effective May 22, 2026
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5.d. Administrator Appointment
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5.d.1. Jana Mason, Executive Director of Human Resources
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5.e. Approve Minutes as follows:
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5.e.1. December 8, 2025 - Regular Board Meeting
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5.e.2. Janaury 5, 2026 - Special Board Meeting
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6. Expenditures
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6.a. Expenditures, without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C. and Tory Schwartz: $2,068,928.81
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6.b. Expenditures for Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C.: $411.25
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6.c. Expenditures for Tory Schwartz: $330.00
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7. Awards and Recognitions
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7.a. SHS All-State Band
Speaker(s):
Frank Ibero
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Band Teacher Frank Ibero spoke.
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7.b. Nebraska State College System’s Counseling Excellence Award - Cherokee Rotherham
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Principal Justin Shaddick spoke.
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8. Student Report
Speaker(s):
Ava Reed
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School senior Ava Reed provided a student update to the Board of Education. Ava stated the students of SHS had a great finish to the first semester, with many highlights throughout the month of December. Twenty students earned their Basic Nursing Certification, 10 students were selected for the Oregon Trail Honor Band, nine SHS Choir students were selected for the Weslyan Honor Choir, and seven students were selected for the Hastings Honor Choir. Both local and state news agencies published All-State and All-Region teams for the fall, which featured many Bearcat athletes. The Fine Arts Department put on numerous outstanding concerts and theater performances throughout the month of December, and many of the CTSOs participated in volunteer opportunities serving the community throughout the holidays. SHS had another successful Border Brawl with an increase in the number of teams hosted. Ava thanked the community for helping to run the tournament successfully.
Ava stated SHS was off to a great start in the second semester, with numerous students qualifying for the State FFA competition, multiple individual students as well as swim relay teams qualifying for the State Swim competition, and a very successful recent weekend of Boys and Girls Wrestling. Ava stated the students of SHS look forward to building upon the success of the first semester. She wished the Board members an early Happy Board Appreciation Week and thanked them for their hard work, dedication, and the continued opportunities provided to all students. |
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9. Public Comment - a total of 120 minutes will be allotted (no more than 5 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
The following members of the public were present who wished to address the Board of Education:
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10. New Business
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10.a. Approval of the District’s Asbestos Designee
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10.b. Board Policy Review & Revision - 2000 Series - “Administration” - First Reading
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10.c. Board Policy Revisions: Policy 1010 - “Visiting School,” Policy 3131 - “Procurement Plan - School Food Authorities,” Policy 3132 - “Internal Controls,” Policy 3600 - Acceptance of Gifts for Schools,” Policy 5414 - “Identification of Learners with High Ability,” and Policy 6270 - “Regulations for School Trips” - First Reading
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10.d. Scottsbluff Public Schools District Boundary Map
Speaker(s):
Melissa Price
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.e. Approval of Magnetic Literacy (2026)
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.f. Tuition for Non-Resident Students
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.g. Early Retirement Notification Resolution
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Reports and Proposals
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11.a. Board Members
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No report.
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11.b. Board Committee Reports
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11.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: January 16, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: February 2, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: February 2, 2026 @ 12:30 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.4. Policy Committee - Next Meeting: March 2, 2026 @ 2:15 PM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.5. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: January 15, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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11.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick stated the District would be celebrating School Board Recognition Week in a little less than two weeks, noting the Board members each invest countless hours into the school system beyond what is seen during Board meetings. He stated the Board's governance of the District is deeply appreciated, as they bring tremendous leadership and service, while representing the community's voice, to ensure the best interests of all students. Dr. Dick thanked the Board members for their service to the District.
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12. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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12.a. January 19, 2026 - Special Board of Education Meeting - 4:00 PM
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12.b. January 23, 2026 - PD Day - No School for Students/Staff
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12.c. February 2-4, 2026 - Continuous Improvement External Visit
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12.d. February 9, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting
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13. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting adjourned at 7:04 PM.
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