September 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Regular Board Meeting was called to order by Board President Scott Reisig at 6:00 PM.
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1.a. Call to Order
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
Action(s):
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 September 8, 2026 and on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website on September 7, 2026.
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4. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a. Adopt Agenda
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4.b. Approval of Certified Staff Retirement
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4.b.1. Todd Menghini, English Language Arts, Scottsbluff High School
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4.c. Approve Minutes as follows:
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4.c.1. August 10, 2026
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4.c.2. August 31, 2026
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4.c.3. September 11, 2026
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5. Expenditures
Discussion:
All end-of-year expenditures were approved at the August 31, 2026 Special Board Meeting.
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6. Student Report
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Sophomore Sophia Schmall provided an update to the Board of Education. Sophia stated the high school students had a very good start to the school year, with a great turnout of both students and parents for the SHS Open House. She stated Chromebook checkouts, school pictures, and class meetings all went well, and high school students are now entering their fifth full week of school. The SHS Band recently participated in the University of Wyoming Field Day and ACT/PreAct testing will take place on Wednesday, September 16. Sophia stated that the students are looking forward to a great Homecoming week and are celebrating with a Back to the 80s theme. Sophia added that, unfortunately, they have yet to find a DeLorean. She noted activities have had a great start to their respective seasons, and the student section is thriving. Sophia stated the students are looking forward to carrying on the tradition of success at SHS with an amazing 2026-2027 school year. She thanked the Board for their continued support and leadership, and for providing great opportunities for all students.
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7. Public Comment - a total of 120 minutes will be allotted (no more than 5 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
The following member of the public was present to address the Board of Education:
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8. New Business
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8.a. Approval of Student Teacher Stipend
Speaker(s):
Jana Mason
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.b. Lake Minatare Sale
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.c. QCPUF Resolution
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.d. Extra Standard Services & Coaching Positions
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.e. Auditor
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9. Reports and Proposals
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9.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Board Vice President Beth Merrigan stated she would like to make it clear that only the items on the agenda can be discussed in a public meeting. She stated that when a member of the public gives public comment, the Board is not able to engage in discussion in order to remain in compliance with the Open Meetings Act. Beth gave assurance that the Board is taking these comments into consideration, but stated again, the Board is not allowed to comment on items that are not on the agenda.
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9.b. Board Committee Reports
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9.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee — Next Meeting: September 18, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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No report.
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9.b.2. Facility Committee — Next Meeting: October 6, 2026 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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9.b.3. Finance Committee — Next Meeting: October 5, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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9.b.4. Policy Committee — Next Meeting: October 5, 2026 @ 1:30 PM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
No report.
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9.b.5. Student Services Committee — Next Meeting: September 17, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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9.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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9.c.1. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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9.c.2. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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9.c.3. Executive Director of Human Resources
Speaker(s):
Jana Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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9.c.4. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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9.c.5. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
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10. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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10.a. September 25, 2026 - PD Day - No School for Students
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10.b. September 28, 2026 - No School for PK-8 Students
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10.c. September 28, 2026 - Special Board Meeting @ 5:00 PM
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10.d. October 12, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting
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11. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education meeting adjourned at 6:29 PM.
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