March 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Angie Luebbe, Principal of Emerson Elementary, shared enrollment information and activities at Emerson. She said the AQuESTT rating is "Good." Mrs. Luebbe talked about the celebrations as grade levels have increased in growth percentages. The chronic absenteeism is on a 3-year decrease. She said after reviewing the UpBeat Survey, she is facilitating some purposeful planning, along with how to be more efficient in the lunchroom. The staff is letting students help out by volunteering. Emerson is working to increase reading comprehension to make strides to accomplish the WIG. Mrs. Luebbe shared the student, staff and the community engagement that Emerson facilitates. She shared a couple of special visits the students really enjoyed, the CHS State Wrestlers and the CCC Soccer Team.  

Jason Schapmann, Director of Human Resources and Fiscal Support, gave a brief update and answered questions on all financial reports. Mr. Schapmann did talk about funds spent on the CHS kitchen freezer that went out. They were able to save the food with help from CHS staff. 

Mr. Schapmann talked about ASI staffing. He said there are a few open positions throughout the district at this time. 

Most of the travel was by staff attending spring conferences. Mr. Schapmann said there is one more career fair in Brooking, SD. 

Chip Kay, Superintendent, said the Foundation Report is pretty simple this month. He did invite the board to the Discoverers of Distinction Banquet on April 16, 2026. 

Teresa Hausmann, Director of Teaching and Learning shared information about the K-4 Literacy Plan. The district is required to have a reading plan. She said the board would be asked to vote and approve the plan next month. CPS will need to approve a K-8 and K-12 plan. Mrs. Hausmann said the adoption of the Amplify curriculum has been a great help. 

Changes to Policy 502.02 are required because of the new state statute. A new requirement to approve siblings of current option students. Students who apply for options by March 15 will be approved. This statute says building capacity per square foot will be used, not grade level enrollment. Other changes are approval must be given to any student in Kindergarten, 5th or 9th grade, even if a building is at capacity. 
We will need to adopt this policy for the next year. 

Mr. Schapmann discussed the findings of the school audit. He answered questions about the funding codes and depreciation.

Dr. Kay shared the suggested school supply list. 

Mr. Schapmann said there is no policy for staff to report criminal charges and convictions. He talked about why it is important to maintain a safe and appropriate environment for all students and staff. This policy will go into effect after the second reading. 

Dr. Kay shared information on this policy. The changes will clean up the policy and bring more clarity. 

Mrs. Hausmann answered questions regarding the new resource. She said it has been available for review for 30 days. She requested action be taken to purchase the chemistry resource.