December 11, 2017 at 6:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Ms. Neel reported on the High School Student Council and the activities and events they have and will be hosting.

Mr. Bredvick reported for the McCook Elementary PTO.  He stated they will host an organizational meeting in January along with a family fun night planning meeting to follow later.   Staff has received holiday money to spend on their class.

Mrs Davidson's High School One Act Play group attended and was recognized for their efforts involving their performances.

Mrs. Hauxwell stated how this is an example of excellence in education.  She also thanked all those who supported this group behind the scenes.  She thanked this group for representing our school with their skills and abilities.

Mr. Bredvick praised them for how they portrayed this history well.

Mr. Gross shared how they made McCook High School proud.

Mr. Esch encouraged the group to visit the Holocost museum some time in their lives.

The students shared how rewarding and challenging this was along with how much work went into it.  They thanked Mrs. Davidson for her support and praised her for all she did.  They also shared how great of a team this group was.

Mrs. Davidson shared how talented this group was and appreciated how hard they worked to accomplish the successes they achieved.

The committee sent through to the consent agenda the policy changes and modifications they addressed and recommend for Board adoption.

Next meeting will be Thursday January 4th.

Mrs. Hauxwell shared that the elementary facility was discussed with some possible items being addressed in the future.   Classroom updates in the High School were identified.  The roofing updates were discussed.   Junior High wall issues are being studied by W-Design.   Bleacher improvements at the track were discussed.   Tennis courts refurbishment will happen this summer.   The new playground equipment has been installed.

Mr. Bredvick reported that negotiations has reached a tentative settlement that is to be presented and voted on later in this meeting.

Mr. Norgaard reported on the latest assessment scores and how well we did as a district.  This report compares our districts scores and the states average scores in both the ACT and NeSA assessments.  He also reported that our state assessments continue to change with new requirements and systems.

The data revealed that McCook Public Schools out performed the state and national averages in about every area and at every level.

Mr. Norgaard reported on the NASB State Conference and the value that it brings to our Board.  He thanked those who attended.

Mr. Haney reported on some projects and equipment purchases that were budgeted for and approved by the Board last fall.

Mr. Bredvick thanked those Board members who attended the NASB State Conference.

This negotiated agreement included a base increase of $1,100 with no insurance premium or deductible increase or changes.

Ms. Neel thanked the school counselors for all they do for the students.

Mrs. Hauxwell thanked Mr. Gross for his study and comparison involving our conference schools and recognized the english teachers for their efforts.

Mr. Hays thanked Mr. Haney for his efforts involving the budgeting process.

Mr. Elder thanked both Mrs. Repass and Mr. Haney for all they did for our students. He also shared what a positive event the NASB is with the speakers and presenters.

Mr. Esch thanked both Mrs. Repass and Mr. Haney for doing all they do to help parents succeed with the development of their kids.  He also thanked the District for allowing the Board to attend the NASB State Conference.  He also pointed out the influence that a single person can have on the lives of our students.

Mr. Bredvick is thankful for our community and the support they provide to our school system.

Mr. Haney thanked all those who play a roll in the advancement and progress of our district.  It takes a team of people to accomplish great things and our district is continually accomplishing great things with very capable people.

Mrs. Repass recognized McCook Public Schools and stated that her decision to work there was one of the best career decision she had made.

Mr. Norgaard recognized Kate and Rick for all they have done for our district.    He also recognized Mrs. Davidson and the staff for all they do to develop our students.   He also thanked the community for their support of our FFA program.

Moved to exit out of closed session at 8:37 PM.

Motion to exit out of closed session at 8:37 pm

Moved to exit out of closed session at 9:35 pm

Moved by President Bredvick to adjourn at 9:36 pm