January 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular School Board Meeting
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I. Call Meeting to Order
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
The Board Chair will call the meeting to order.
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II. Pledge of Allegiance
Description:
The Board Chair will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
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III. Roll Call
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
The Board Chair will take roll call. A quorum must be established in order for the meeting to proceed.
Board Members: Heidi Sprandel, Board Chair
DeEtta Moos, Vice Chair Mark Solberg, Clerk Nikki Johnson, Treasurer Kevin Gross, Director Brette Halverson, Director Becky Roby, Director Ex Officio, Dr. Nate Rudolph, Superintendent Taylor Combel, Student Representative |
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IV. Approve Agenda
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Once quorum has been established the Board Chair will request approval of the meeting agenda.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the meeting agenda. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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V. Communications/Recognition
Presenter:
Principal John Droubie
Description:
Tonight, we recognize Rand Budnick for his outstanding service to the Cambridge Isanti School District. Rand has served as a custodian in our district for 20 years and has been the head custodian at Woodland Campus since the school opened in 2020. Rand consistently goes above and beyond in his role, generously giving his time and talents to support staff and students. He builds strong relationships, individualizes his support, and shows exceptional care and understanding for the unique needs of our students. Rand’s dedication, work ethic, and willingness to serve make a meaningful difference every day at Woodland Campus. We are grateful for his commitment and proud to recognize him this evening. |
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VI. School Board Showcase
Presenter:
Principal John Droubie
Description:
Woodland Campus will present an overview of the Extended Day Services provided at Woodland Campus and Riverside Academy for kindergarten through grade 12 students. These services provide additional support for students who need it most.
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VII. Open Forum
Presenter:
Community Members
Description:
An opportunity for members of the community to address the Board.
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VIII. Board Committees
Presenter:
Committee Members
Description:
A. Board Standing Committee Reports (minutes attached)
B. Board Representative Committee Reports C. Student Representative Board Report D. School Board Member Good News Report
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IX. Administration Reports
Presenter:
Administrators
Description:
Administration will provide an update to the School Board.
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X. Consent Agenda
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
A. December 18, 2025 Regular School Board Meeting
B. January 5, 2026 Organizational Meeting
C. Personnel Action: A summary of personnel actions for this month is attached, including hires, retirements, leaves of absence, and change in assignments, additional assignments, resignations and terminations.
Any items board members wish to have considered as a separate action? Board approval of consent agenda is needed.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the consent agenda. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
Attachments:
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XI. Treasurer's Report
Presenter:
Nikki Johnson
Description:
Nikki Johnson, Board Treasurer, will give recommendation for treasurer’s report subject to audit. The Board Treasurer and Director of Finance and Operations meet once a month to review the previous month’s financial activity. Reports that are reviewed are the treasurer’s report, payment registers, and employee reimbursement report.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the treasurer's report subject to audit. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII. Action Items
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XII.A. Gifts and Donations
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
Therefore the Director of Finance and Operations recommends the following resolution:
Minnesota Statues 12B.02, Subd. 6 provides: "The board may receive, for the benefit of the district, bequests, donations, or gifts for any proper purpose and apply the same to the purpose designated. In that behalf, the board may act as trustee of any trust created for the benefit of the district, or for the benefit of pupils thereof, including trusts created to provide pupils of the district with advanced education after completion of high school, in the advancement of education."; and
School Board Policy 706 establishes guidelines for the acceptance of gifts/donations to the District; and Minnesota Statute 465.03 provides: "Any city, county, school district or town may accept a grant or devise of real or personal property and maintain such property for the benefit of its citizens in accordance with the terms prescribed by the donor. Nothing herein shall authorize such acceptance or use for religious or sectarian purposes. Every such acceptance shall be by resolution of the governing body adopted by a two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full."; and Every such acceptance shall be by resolution of the governing body adopted by a two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the School Board of Cambridge-Isanti Schools, ISD 911 accept with appreciation the following gifts/donations and permit their use as designated by the donor(s).
Recommended Motion(s):
To adopt resolution to accept gifts, grants or devise of real or personal property. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII.B. Fiscal Year 2025 Audited Financials and Review
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa & Bill Lauer
Description:
Our Auditor, LB Carlson (previously known as MMKR) has performed the financial audit for FY2025 that ended June 30, 2025. School districts are required to submit final audited financial data to the commissioner by November 30 and final audited financial statements to the commissioner and to the state auditor by December 31. Both of these deadlines have been met. The finance committee discussed these year-end results at the January meeting. There will be a presentation of the final revenue, expenditures, and fund balances for the FY2025 as well as a presentation by LB Carlson on their independent auditor’s opinion.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve Fiscal Year 2025 Audited Financials. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII.C. 2026-2027 School Calendar
Presenter:
Dr. Jason Bodey
Description:
Cambridge-Isanti Schools strives to develop a school calendar supporting continuous student learning and professional development for staff. A committee of district employees commenced in October to review previous calendars and discuss feedback as they developed the 2026-27 school-year calendar. The C-I Schools Calendar Committee made its recommendation based on the following:
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the school calendar for 2026-27. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII.D. CIHS Course Registration Guide 2026-2027
Presenter:
Assistant Principal Elizabeth Young
Description:
Each year, staff and administration review the high school registration guide, including course offerings, graduation requirements, and post secondary enrollment guidelines. Updates to the CIHS Registration Guide were approved by the Board at the December meeting. This item is returning to the Board to provide an updated and complete summary of proposed changes for the 2026-27 school year, including a proposed Certified Nursing Assistant course, and to request Board approval of the updated guide.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the changes to the 2026-2027 Cambridge-Isanti High School Course Registration Guide. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII.E. Move to Closed Session
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Adjourn to Closed Session as permitted by the attorney-client privilege for legal strategy per Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subdivision 3 (b)
Recommended Motion(s):
To move to closed session pursuant to § Minnesota Statute 13D.05. subd. 3. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XII.F. Move to Open Session
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
The board will return to open session at the conclusion of the closed session
Recommended Motion(s):
To move to open session. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII. Adjournment
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Adjourn meeting
Recommended Motion(s):
To adjourn meeting. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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