January 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM - Wauneta-Palisade Board of Education Working Meeting
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I. Call to Order
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II. Roll Call
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III. Amendments to the Agenda/Approval of the Proposed Agenda
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IV. Recognition of Visitors/Public Comments
Discussion:
Mr. Geier thanked the board for their service with a gift card for School Board Appreciation Week.
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V. Informational Items
Discussion:
2025 Committees
Transportation: Wheeler, Jutten, McKinney Negotiations: Sandman, Jutten, Maris Budget: Maris, Sandman Building/Grounds: Wheeler, McKinney, Fanning Personnel: Sandman, Maris, Wheeler Policy: Sandman, Fanning Instruction/Americanism: Maris, Sandman |
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V.1. Building & Grounds Update
Discussion:
Board discussed/addressed items that could be improved:
Ag Shop painting, exterior door replacement, overhead door replacement/repair Playground equipment installation Pre-School Playground Equipment Handicapped/ADA accessibility at the football field Wrestling Room Possibilities Secure South Entrance with new entry doors Old gym tile chipping up |
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V.2. Transportation Update
Discussion:
Board discussed/addressed the following transportation concerns:
Coach Bus replacement 56/58 passenger Freightliner Additional Suburban |
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V.3. Curriculum Update
Discussion:
Mr. Frecks shared the 2025 Annual Report of the district and explained the student performance, as well as the current curriculum, and discussed whether any updates are needed. Currently, our staff has a curriculum that serves the students and the district well, with no curriculum updates needed at this time.
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V.4. Technology Update
Discussion:
The board discussed the need for a new phone system and gym sound system updates.
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V.5. Budget Update
Discussion:
Mr. Geier shared the budget savings of 4% annually now that we operate only one building. Board members asked if considering a full day preschool program would be beneficial. It was noted that the AD/Transportation positions weren't filled this year and the board suggested that those be added back to increase administrator efficiency.
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V.6. Policy Update
Discussion:
No policy updates at this time as we continue to work with Perry Law firm when legislation changes and warrants policy changes.
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V.7. Personnel Update
Discussion:
The board discussed the implementation of a Personnel Survey for Climate/Work Place satisfaction and the Safe Say application.
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VI. Goal Setting
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VI.1. Building & Grounds Goals
Discussion:
The Board set the following goals: Addressing the Ag Shop to improve the structure with painting, exterior entry doors, and garage door repairs; and address the ADA parking at the football/track field near the new bleachers for improved access.
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VI.2. Transportation Goals
Discussion:
The Board would like to purchase a new/used coach bus to replace the old one and possibly a new/used suburban to the fleet.
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VI.3. Curriculum Goals
Discussion:
None.
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VI.4. Technology Goals
Discussion:
The board would like to have an updated phone system and sound system for the competition gym.
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VI.5. Budget Goals
Discussion:
The board would like to consider a full-day preschool model to improve district efficiency.
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VI.6. Policy Goals
Discussion:
None.
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VI.7. Personnel Goals
Discussion:
The board would like to add the AD and transportation director position(s) to improve administrative efficiency, conduct a climate survey for all staff, and research the Safe Say application with benefits to the district.
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VII. Adjourn
Discussion:
President Sandman adjourned the meeting at 3:57 pm MT.
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