September 9, 2024 at 7:10 PM - BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING

Discussion:  President F. Kramer called the regular meeting of the Stapleton Public Schools Board of Education to order at 7:15 p.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024, in the library at Stapleton Public Schools.

Discussion:  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited; the board norms were read aloud. 

Discussion:  President F. Kramer observed Open Meeting Law requirements. 

Discussion:  Board members attended NASB meeting held in North Platte and highlights were presented on sessions attended. 

Discussion:  Notice of the meeting was published in the Stapleton Enterprise on Thursday, September 5, 2024, and posted at five local businesses along with notice to the president of the board and all members prior to the meeting date.

Discussion:  President F. Kramer asked if there was any public comment and referred to the guidelines in the agenda.

Duane McClain stated that the Stapleton Public Schools Foundation will meet before the next school oard meeting to review grant applications.  There are currently 2 beef going in to be processed for Beef in Schools, that have been donated for the hot lunch program.  He commented on appreciation of Jr. High Coaches and Mr. Johnson for his visit with the 6th graders.
 

Discussion:  The treasurer's report was presented by Superintendent Redinger.

Discussion:  Bryan Regier gave his Community Liaisons' report which included:  class officer pictures obtained for local paper along with athletic pictures, collecting applications for Junior Chamber Members to be selected before the next chamber meeting.

Discussion:  The Activities Director's report given by Jeremiah Johnson included the following:  fall sports records/updates, attending practices and providing verbal and written feedback to coaches, finalizing 2025-26 schedules, homecoming week events being organized, pep rally Sept. 26, early morning weights with Coach Deines and Coach Connell, memo sent to coaches about reporting results/stats to Creative Printers, item requests presented to the Booster Club and School Foundation, MNAC Fall Conference Admin meeting, and kudos to Coaches Martin and Jones for their work with junior high volleyball.

Discussion:  7-12 Principal Johnson's report included:  conducting walk throughs and observations in classes, upcoming formal evaluations, canvas courses for all secondary teachers, current enrollment, one student applied for and was granted early release with positive feedback, NHS Induction is September 17th, NSCAS baseline testing and initial ACT Prep conducted
and a social/emotional learning student survey was sent to all students with majority of feedback positive and working with Mrs. Joedeman individually with some students with minor concerns.

PK-6 Principal Isom reported on the following:  NSCAS testing with 3-8 grades, MAPS testing with K-2, CIP review, SPED Letter of Determination, SPED Assessment and Principal of the Day. Goals for 2024-25 include:  complete Determination goals, update CIP Plan, complete TIP plan, work through first year of Wonders Reading, get kids reading, acknowledge kids with "RARE" characteristics and make more positive connections with families.

Discussion:  The Building and Grounds committee report presented updated list of projects.

The Wellness Committee met and reviewed policy and goals.

 

Discussion: 

Superintendent Redinger's report presented information on the following: State Education Conference on November 20-22, propane rates, senior meal program and community childcare.

Discussion:  The Board discussed possible improvements to the football field grounds including:  practice track, crows nest addition of decks and possible storage and also seating improvements.
 

Discussion:  The Board discussed a joint public hearing with Logan County on Wednesday, September 18, in the school library at 7:00 p.m.

Discussion:  The Board discussed scheduling of extracurricular activities including:  junior high events scheduled on Wednesdays.
 

Discussion: 
The Board discussed the inclusion of the Bible and Ten Commandments to the school's curriculum.

Discussion:  The next regular board meeting will be held on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the library at Stapleton Public Schools.

Discussion:  President F. Kramer adjourned the meeting at 8:42 p.m.