February 27, 2023 at 7:00 PM - Work Session

Discussion:  President Steve Vyhnalek called the work session meeting to order at 7:00pm with all board members present.

Discussion:  School personnel present are Superintendent Daryl Schrunk and Principal Jake Wiese.

Discussion:  New 2023-2024 Superintendent, Dr. Curtis Cogswell was also in attendance.

Discussion:  No request for change of agenda.

Discussion:  Mr. Schrunk reviewed Policy #2001-Role of the Board of Education with the board.  The primary duties specifically discussed were to establish and maintain school facilities and to evaluate educational programs.  Board policy states "The board will establish and maintain school facilities necessary to educate the students of the district" and "The board will evaluate, or cause to be evaluated, the progress and results of the educational program on a continual basis".

Discussion:  Before the tour, Mr. Schrunk review the district’s Facility Plan and Vehicle Replacement Plan, which includes potential future projects/replacements and possible use of Special Building Fund and Depreciation Fund to cover these costs. Also, a review of the recent external Rule 10 Audit report was shared and discussed with the board. Mr. Schrunk, Mr. Wiese, board members, and Dr. Cogswell conducted a physical tour of the school facilities, noting possible areas of improvement.  Changes made since the last board retreat were identified.

Discussion:  Mr. Schrunk and Dr. Cogswell will compile the results of the tour to form possible goals for 2023.