November 13, 2017 at 6:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Ms. Neel reported on the various activities involving the High School Student Council. slime with 2nd graders, Santa Claus Lane assistance, donations from the pink out fundraiser were a few..

Mr. Tom Bredvick reported the activities and efforts involving the Elementary PTO. They purchased a big screen TV to support the PBIS program, they have published a school calendar to sell, box tops competition has been held, there will be a fun night again this year and it is TBA.

Mr. Norgaard shared some of the details to the NORE trip that is scheduled and pending this summer.

Mr. Andy Long from MCC showed a power point presentation based on the positive relationship that has existed between MPS and MCC.   He wanted to share the mission and basis of MCC with those present at the board meeting.

Mrs. Hauxwell briefly addressed the policies to be evaluated and presented at the next meeting.  She encouraged those who will be affected by any changes to study them and share their thoughts with her.

Mrs. Thomas presented on the first negotiations meeting that was held on Nov. 1st. There will be another meeting tomorrow morning November 14th..

Mr. Norgaard reminded the Board of the NASB conference in Omaha this week.

Normally during the month of November Mr. Norgaard presents data on the state assessments but it is still embargoed so that information will be presented in the near future.

Mr. Haney reported on the 2017 district audit.  The budget was managed as approved with all funds and we experienced a balanced budget.

He also encouraged any Bison Alumni who are interested in participating in the retooling of the Bison Alumni Network to contact some of the current officer team.

Mr. Bredvick reminded the board to make travel plans to Omaha for the NASB state conference this week..

Ms. Neel complimented the HS Band and other groups who performed at the Elementary on Veterans Day.

Mrs. Hauxwell recognized Kay Meysenburg for her extra efforts involving our students and their successes.

Mr. Hays mentioned the fall choir concert and how enjoyable it was and congratulated all the fall activities and thanked all the coaches/sponsors who have such a positive impact on our kids.

Mr. Elder congratulated Mr. Wiemers for his selection as the Nebraska Coach of the Year as our tennis coach.  He also thanked Mr. Greg Borland for organizing a positive  meet and greet, a new elementary principal event that was recently held.

Mr. Esch wanted to recognize the positive results of the activities of the HS student council.  He also wanted to recognized MCC and MPS for implementing a quality strategic plan for our area.  The partnership between MCC and MPS opens opportunities for our kids which is very beneficial to our youth.

Mrs. Thomas wanted to wish Mr. Troester well and thank him for his efforts as he retires this year from being our varsity volleyball coach.

Mr. Bredvick wanted to thank all those who get involved with our kids outside the classroom and shared what a positive influence they are having on our students.

Mr. Haney thanked Mrs. Cheri Beckenauer  for her efforts with Bison Alumni Network.  He also recognized Lauren Miller for her efforts within our Ag/FFA program.

Mr. Norgaard thanked all the HS groups with helping with Halloween and its activities.  

Moved by Bredvick to exit out of closed session at 8:35 pm

Motion to exit out of closed session at 8:30 pm.

Adjournment by President Bredvick at 8:36 pm