May 8, 2023 at 6:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order
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1.1. Roll Call
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1.2. Recognition of Open Meeting Law
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1.3. Pledge of Allegiance
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2. Reports, Communications & Public Participation
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2.1. Language Arts writing presentation - 8th grade students
Discussion:
Mrs. Shelly Branch, 8th grade Language arts instructor, explained and introduced the 8th grade advanced Language arts students to their writing presentations.
Abbiegail Shafer, Audry Wilson, TJ Puckett and Kreighton Barger presented their creative writing projects. |
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2.2. Recognition of students for Teens in the Drivers Seat Award
Discussion:
Leah Spencer and Conner Snyder were presented cords for teens in the drivers' seats. Ms. Kristen Blume presented the students with the cords.
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2.3. Recognize Student board member - Samantha Rodewald
Discussion:
Mr. Norgaard congratulated Samantha Rodewald for her time on the Board serving as a student board member. Samantha was unable to attend the meeting tonight, and will be presented with her certificate on Wednesday.
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2.4. Student board member report
Discussion:
Samantha was not able to attend the meeting.
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2.5. Board accepts public comments
Discussion:
No public comments
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3. Approve the consent agenda, which includes the minutes and financials
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3.1. Approval of Expenditures/Payroll for April 2023
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4. Reports from Staff Members and Committees
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4.1. Finance Committee Meeting
Discussion:
Mr. Bredvick discussed the meeting with the YMCA and how the project helps meet the needs of the school. The meeting focused on what is changing at the YMCA and how the school can be a part of the project.
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4.2. Facilities Committee
Discussion:
Mr. Hays discussed the meeting with the YMCA and how the project helps meet the needs of the school. The meeting focused on the facility needs of both the YMCA and MPS. The partnership could benefit both entities. Mr. Norgaard commented on the partnership and the positive nature of both entities.
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4.3. Committee on American Civics
Discussion:
Mr. Langan reported on an American civics meeting. There were no public comments. The committee looked at CRT notebooks and data.
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5. Administrator's written reports: Please review prior to the board meeting
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6. Superintendent's comments
Professional Development
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7. Business Manager Report/comments
Discussion:
Monthly Business Manager Board of Education Report May 2023 Monthly Lunch #’s = 15,825 Meals served Upcoming Projects Summer Projects - scheduled Central Roof Scheduled for July - Tillotson Roofing SH Gym Roof Scheduled for June - Eco Gaurd Roofing Remodel Superintendent/Central Office Space Concrete Work @ Wieland Field and Central Elementary Grass overseeding and sprinkler repair Carpet classrooms Painting Crew Federal/state Reports filed in April: Summer Food Service Application has been filed
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7.1. Presentation Documents-Role of Municipal Advisor in your facility improvement process
Discussion:
Tobin Buchanan, First National Capital Markets, presented the role of Municipal Advisor to the board of education for the potential bond campaign for the JH project.
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8. Board member comments
Discussion:
There were no board comments
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9. New Business
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9.1. Approve resignations
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9.2. Approve new teacher contracts
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9.2.1. Evans Kojo Appiah - High School Math
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.2.2. Patricia Cale - High School Science
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9.3. Approve contracts for certified staff
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9.4. Approve Science Materials Adoption
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Bednar presented the science materials selected by district teachers and staff.
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10. Positive Comments
Discussion:
Teresa Thomas commented on how great the end of the year field trips and field days are. And how it is a very exciting time as the year ends with graduation and celebrations in the classrooms and schools for another successful year.
Charlie McPherson recognized teacher appreciation week and a huge thanks to all the work and effort that our teachers do for the community and for the kids of McCook. Mike Langan positive comment was all all the facility changes that have and are continuing to take place. The track facility has undergone a huge transformation and the addition of the new building serving both track and tennis is a big win for our community. Scott Barger thanked Ms. Branch, for all she does. She really engages students and has great relationships with the kids and challenges them every day. He also thanked Mr. Bednar for his fiscal responsibility in securing the science materials. Tom Bredvick commented that senior graduates wore their cap and gown in church on Sunday. He noted that the graduates spoke and commented that they were going into: 4 trades schools, 12 medical schools, 1 business schools, and 4 ag industries. Jeff Gross commented on what great job Trish Willis has done in transitioning into her new role as registrar and being in charge of the school information system. Brad Hays thanked the McCook optimist club for all they do for our students. They awarded scholarships to 6 students, they provided a meal for students at the beginning of the yard, and are hosting a senior BBQ on Wednesday prior to graduation practice, The club constantly proved for the youth of our community. Grant Norgaard commented on how amazingly awesome the District music contest was. He gave a heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped pull off this large endeavor, especially Ms. Preibe and Ms. McNutt. He also stated how great the performances of all our band and choir students. |
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11. Adjournment
Discussion:
adjourned at 8:41 pm
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12. Items for Review
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