October 9, 2023 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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Call the meeting to order - 7:30 p.m.
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Members present were: Broberg, Johnsen, Negus, Schutt, R. Tegeler and T. Tegeler. Absent: none.
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Note the public meeting notice was published in the October 4, 2023 issue of the Tilden Citizen/Meadow Grove News and the Antelope County News.
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler stated that notice of the meeting was published in the October 4, 2023 issue of The Tilden Citizen/Meadow Grove News and Antelope County News.
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Recognize Visitors - ‘Public Comment’ - refer to "Open Meetings Law’
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler referred to the open meetings law and welcomed visitors. There was no public comment.
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Routine Matters
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Approve minutes from September 11, 2023 meeting
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the minutes of the September 11, 2023 meeting. There were none. The minutes stand approved.
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Approve financial reports for September
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the September, 2023 financial report. There were none. The report stands approved.
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October bills for approval
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Presentation of underwriting services by D.A. Davidson.
Discussion:
Andy Forney of D.A. Davidson was at the meeting. He gave a presentation about his firm's underwriting services. Information included details of how they can help the school district sell bonds for payment of the proposed track and football field complex. He discussed the current bond market and the effects LB 2 has on valuations.
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Presentation of underwriting services by Piper Sandler
Discussion:
Jay Spearman of Piper Sandler was present at the meeting. He discussed his firm's role in previous bond issues for the district. His presentation also included information about the bond rating of the district, how the firm helps with community meetings and the current bond market.
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Selection of firm to underwrite potential school district bond issue
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
There was a brief discussion regarding the two underwriting companies presentations.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve transfer of $25,000 from the General Fund to the School Nutrition Fund.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne explained that with increased costs for food, supplies and payroll, the lunch fund is not self-sufficient. He recommended transferring money from the general fund to the lunch fund to help with expenses.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve the Option Enrollment Resolution setting enrollment capacity for the 2024-25 school year.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Discussion was held regarding the current student enrollment by grade level. Mr. Hahne recommended the board adopt a resolution for the acceptance or rejection of option enrollment application. The resolution includes limits of 25 students per section K-6 and 50 students in grades 7-12 for a total of 650 students.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve modifying the school calendar to make October 25 a "no school day" for elementary students to allow elementary teachers to observe the new reading curriculum being taught at another school district.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
With the new CKLA reading program in the elementary, those teachers are wanting to see it "in action" at a school that has been using the program for a few years. Mr. Black would like to take all elementary teachers to Waverly Public Schools to observe and ask questions of their staff.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve amending the ESSER III application to re-allocate funds from the afterschool program to the school nurse contract with ESU8.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne informed the board that the ESSERS III grant money was slated for the afterschool program again this year. However, while the program started off strong in 22-23, it ended the year with very few students attending on a regular basis. Adjustments were made so that the students needing help with math now receive that help during AC period. He would like to amend the grant by reallocating the afterschool program money to pay for the nursing services received through ESU 8.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve adding Ainsworth to the NVC conference.
Discussion:
After discussing pros and cons of having Ainsworth join the Niobrara Valley Conference, it was decided to table the matter until the November board meeting. This will allow board members more time to consider the situation before telling Mr. Hahne how to vote on the matter at the next conference meeting.
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Principals' Report
Discussion:
Board Member Schutt left the meeting at 9:08 p.m. Mr. Black spoke about the recent book fair which was a success. Parent Teacher Conferences had a 90% turn out of elementary parents. The first elementary math night will be held October 13th. Activities for the evening will include a session with the Boy Scouts STEM trailer. Mrs. Novicki also mentioned that conferences were well attended for JH and HS parents. She mentioned the fall sports seasons are winding down. She and several teachers will be attending an MTSS conference in Kearney October 12th & 13th.
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Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne told the board the school has been asked by the NSAA to host district 1-Act competition again this year. A decision needs to be made at the November board meeting. Jesse Johnson was not able to find other companies to bid on the elevator repair in a timely manner. However, when he told TKE about the potential competition they lowered their bid to under $10,000.00 so Mr. Hahne approved the expenditure.
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Committee on American Civics meeting before the November BOE meeting.
Discussion:
It's time for the annual American Civics committee meeting. Mr. Hahne will ask Mr. Prater, Mr. Wickizer and possibly an elementary teacher to make a presentation at the November meeting.
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Superintendent evaluation process.
Discussion:
The board and Mr. Hahne are the only participants in this year's superintendent evaluation. The board asked about using a different evaluation instrument. However, it was decided that there wasn't time to make a selection and get that selection approved by the state before Mr. Hahne's evaluation needs to be done. Therefore, they will use the same instrument used in the past few years.
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State Education Conference - November 15, 16, 17.
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne is planning to attend the State Education Conference in November. If any board member wants to attend they need to let him know.
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Strategic Plan progress survey
Discussion:
Last year's strategic planning identified six areas to evaluate. As the next step, board members should expect an email from NASB soon with a link to a survey.
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Negotiations - first meeting on or before November 1.
Discussion:
The current two year contract with teachers will expire at the end of 2023-2024 so negotiations will need to take place. According to the state, the first meeting must take place before November 1st. It was decided to hold the meeting on October 30, 2023.
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Adjourn
Discussion:
There being no further business, President T. Tegeler adjourned the meeting at 9:22 p.m.
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