October 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM - BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING
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Opening The Meeting
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Call to Order
Discussion:
President Burnside called the regular meeting of the Stapleton Public Schools Board of Education to order at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 12, 2026, in the library at Stapleton Public Schools.
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District Mission Statement: The Mission of Stapleton Public Schools is to support and prepare students to read with comprehension, compute mathematically, and utilize information and technology to create solutions for modern problems and to participate as sovereign citizens in our democratic society.
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Nebraska Open Meeting Act statement and poster placement
Discussion:
President Burnside observed Open Meeting Law requirements.
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Publication of Notice
Discussion:
Notice of the meeting was published in the Stapleton Enterprise on Thursday, October 8, 2026, and posted at five local businesses along with notice to the president of the board and all members prior to the meeting date.
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Roll Call
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Excuse Absent Board Members
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Review of Norms
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Pledge of Allegiance
Discussion:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited; the board norms were read aloud.
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Approval of Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Celebration of Excellence
Discussion:
Superintendent Redinger would like to recognize the high school volleyball game and their effort, hustle and positive attitude.
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Public Comment and Recognition of Visitors
Discussion:
President Burnside asked if there was any public comment and referred to the guidelines in the agenda.
Steve Schaeffer addressed the Board regarding the split board regarding the superintendent. |
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Routine Business
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Approval of Prior Minutes
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Approval of Claims
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Financial Report
Discussion:
The treasurer's report was presented by Superintendent Redinger.
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Information Items: Reports
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Community Liaison
Discussion:
Bryan Regier gave his Community Liaisons' report which included: Chamber Meeting, students selected as junior chamber members are Madilyn McEntee, Lacie Benell, CJ Greef, Coltan Clouse, Avery Weems Langston Fajardo, Paige Morash and Jace Scott, elementary Halloween parade will be on Tuesday, October 27th at 2:30 p.m., band went to Harvest of Harmony and placed 20th out of 85 and 5th in Class D with an outstanding effort and continuing to share and post pictures from school events and games with the newspaper and social media.
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Activities Director Report
Discussion:
The Activities Director's report included the following: thank you to staff and community for helping make our homecoming successful, honoring of 2006 State Runner-Up Bronco Football team during half time, great having a volleyball and football game on a Friday night, season updates for football, volleyball and cross country, play production practice has started and we are hosting the MNAC competition on November 17th, junior high wrestling meets begin in November, congratulations to local winners for Believers and Achievers who are Coltan Clouse, Briley Kramer, and CJ Greef, the band participated in the Harvest of Harmony and placed 5th out of 31 in Class D and MNAC Admin meeting will be December 2, 2026.
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Principal
Discussion:
PK-6 Principal Isom reported on the following: Principal for a Day, IEP's/MDTs, DIBELS testing scores, Science of Reading Workshop, English Language Learners, teacher in-service and librarian certification will be finished in May.
7-12 Principal report included: teacher walk-throughs, finalized special needs safety plan, adjust student 504 plan, MTSS meeting, Partner-Up Rodeo, counselor updates in Kearney, NSCTA workshop, FFA Livestock Evaluation clinic, One-Act field trip, FFA D9 Livestock Eval. Argon, FFA Connecting Chapter training. Congratulations to Avery Weems, Luella Joedeman and Carson Gragg on being selected to National Honor Society. Shout out to students and staff for a great homecoming week with lots of effort, great attitudes and spirit. |
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Board Development
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Superintendent
Discussion:
Superintendent Redinger's report presented information on the following: appreciation and thankfulness regarding last month's discussion of contract and future in Stapleton, leadership coaching, strategic planning update with surveys beginning to go out today, sensory room addition in library, anticipated opening for pre-school teacher, student teacher (January 2027), cafeteria tables and school vehicle needs.
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Board Committee Reports
Discussion:
The _____________________need to meet this month. Negotiations Committee is looking to begin the process for 2027-2028.
Executive Committee met last Thursday and nightlights were given. |
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Discussion/Information Items
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Update on the District's Strategic Plan with NASB.
Discussion:
Superintendent Redinger gave an update on the District's Strategic Plan with NASB.
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Upcoming Learning Events: State Education Conference November 18-20.
Discussion:
Upcoming Learning Events: State Education Conference November 18-20.
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Discussion regarding student enrollment.
Discussion:
Discussion was held regarding student enrollment.
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Discussion regarding school reorganization and cooperation/coordination with neighboring school districts.
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The Board discussed school reorganization and cooperation/coordination with neighboring school districts. |
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Action Items
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Review of Board of Education Policies: 2001 Role of the Board of Education; 2003 Development and Education of Board Members; 2005 Conflict of Interest; 2007 Reimbursement and Miscellaneous Expenditures; 2010 Preparation for Board Meetings; 2013 Violation of Board Ethics; 2014 Relationship with District's Legal Counsel; 2016 Participation in Insurance Program by Board Members; 4013 Grievance Procedure.
Discussion:
The Board reviewed Board of Education Policies 2001 Role of the Board of Education; 2003 Development and Education of Board Members; 2005 Conflict of Interest; 2007 Reimbursement and Miscellaneous Expenditures; 2010 Preparation for Board Meetings; 2013 Violation of Board Ethics; 2014 Relationship with District's Legal Counsel; 2016 Participation in Insurance Program by Board Members; 4013 Grievance Procedure
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Action to close the Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund (QCPUF).
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discussion and possible action regarding the establishment of a pep club.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Carly Schrock addressed the Board proposing the start up of a pep squad to support our athletic programs and enhance school spirit.
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Discussion and possible action regarding the possible additions and improvements to the track and field facilities.
Discussion:
The Board discussed possible additions and improvements to the track and field facilities. |
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Discussion and action to adopt NASB Transitional Superintendent Evaluation.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board looked at the NASB Transitional Superintendent Evaluation.
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Discussion and possible action regarding the superintendent's contract.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Burnside called a recess at 8:16 p.m.
F. Kramer left the meeting at 8:17 p.m. due to an emergency. The Board reconvened at 8:20 p.m. |
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Future Agenda Items
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Adjournment
Discussion:
Next Board Meeting will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
President Burnside adjourned the meeting at 8:23 p.m. |