April 19, 2021 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Theresa Seipel read the mission statement. 

Discussion:  There were no items removed from the Consent Agenda.

Discussion: 

Chip Kay, Director of Finance and Human Resources gave a brief overview of the M5 financial report, these are payments made from April 1-15.  He said there are occasions when a payment is made from the General Fund to the Activities Fund or the Foundation, usually this is a reimbursement. The report shows a payment to Beard-Warren Heating and Air for heating pumps at CMS. Also, a payment made to Pizza Ranch for Teacher Appreciation lunches.

Discussion: 

Mr. Kay noted a few new hires on the list from last week. Also comments on the final date of resignations and discussion on changing that date to April 15th. Discussion on the engagement and exit surveys. 

Discussion:  No Updates.

Discussion: 

Leonard Kwapnioski, Director of Buildings/Sites & Technology, shared information regarding the additions that have been made to Kramer Bid Package #2.  He said the timeframe for the steel is likely December.

Discussion:  Mr. Kwapnioski said the last major pour of footings would be Friday, weather permitting. 

Discussion:  Amy Romshek, Director of Curriculum, said that the Civics Committee was able to meet briefly before the meeting.  After their next discussion they will give an update. 

Discussion:  No Updates.

Discussion: 

Dr. Loeffelholz talked about the 21-22 calendar changes, which included adding a professional development day for teachers and confirming student contact days. The change moved the last day of school from the 19th to the 20th of May, and school will start one day earlier. The calendar shows that the seniors will not get out earlier than other students. 

Dr. Loeffelholz said discussion has begun regarding summer activities and COVID protocols. May 21st is the date that this information will be shared with CPS parents. He also said that if numbers dictate we can change mask protocol, there will need to be conversations about what information will be the alert to start wearing them again. What are protocols for next year? He said at this time masks can be taken off in small groups of 3 or less, if all have been vaccinated. Assume no one has had the vaccine at this time. Masks are still required in classrooms and staff may attend school events.

 

Upcoming meetings/events

Honors Breakfast is April 30.

Dr. Loeffelholz will send out a survey for summer meeting dates. 

Graduation-one ceremony, May 30, 3:00.

May 27th-closing convocation, breakfast will be served from 7-8am, staff retirements and recognitions will be at 8:30 in the auditorium. Dr. Mike Lucas is the speaker. We will be doing short videos for retirees instead of bios. 

Dr. Loeffelholz shared an article on "Critical Race Theory" and asked the Board their view on the NDE school Health Standards that are being developed in Lincoln. This is the first draft, more hearings.  Typically they adopt the standards in September/October.  They will probably be later because it will take longer. We will have to present standards at some point, Dr. Loeffelholz reminded the board that the standards don't have to be adopted. He will share the first version, Doug Molczyk, Board President, said there is a way for the general public to provide comments.

Discussion: 

The Board shared that it is nice that some things are a bit more normal for our students. CHS was able to hold PROM, graduation will be one ceremony.  Also glad to hear information regarding the summer food program and how the district will be able to have a few options to serve all students in the area. Excited about conversations regarding transitioning from wearing masks 100% of the time. All very happy for our seniors, super proud of staff for all they have endured this year.  

Discussion:  The Board did not go into Executive Session.

Discussion:  Meeting adjourned at 6:26pm.