February 15, 2021 at 7:00 PM - BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING
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Call Meeting to Order
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Call to Order
Discussion:
President Opela called the regular meeting of the Stapleton Public Schools Board of Education to order at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2021, in the library at Stapleton Public Schools.
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Pledge of Allegiance
Discussion:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited; the board norms were read aloud.
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Nebraska Open Meeting Act statement and poster placement
Discussion:
President Opela observed Open Meeting Law requirements.
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Roll Call
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Review of Norms
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Board Development
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Excuse Absent Board Members
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Approval of Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Publication of Notice
Discussion:
Notice of the meeting was published in the Stapleton Enterprise on Thursday, February 11, 2021, and posted at five local business along with notice to the president of the board and all members prior to the meeting date.
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Public Comment and Recognition of Visitors
Discussion:
President Opela asked if there was any public comment and referred to the guidelines in the agenda.
There was no one wishing to speak to the board. |
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Card of Thanks from family of Ray Howard
Discussion:
A card of thanks was read from the family of Ray Howard.
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Presentation by Delite Weinman, 5th Grade Teacher
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Old Business
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Approval of Prior Minutes
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Approval of Claims
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Treasurer Report
Discussion:
The treasurer's report was presented by Superintendent Gaffney.
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Community Liaison
Discussion:
Lacy Kinderknecht gave her Community Liaisons' report which included: Stapleton Foundation Gala March 6th, Website and Facebook updates, Saving Green promotion planned in Stapleton, resigning from liaison position and have enjoyed the position.
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Activities Director Report
Discussion:
The Activities Director's report given by Jason Wehnes included the following: speech team competed virtual with a great showing, congratulations to Dayton Gipe (undefeated) for making it to State Wrestling, girls basketball competes Wednesday at Merna in sub-districts, boys basketball will have their final regular game this Friday with sub-districts next week, and NSAA winter guidelines now have attendance restricted to 75% with masks still required.
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Principal
Discussion:
Principal Walker's report included: parent-teacher conferences, 1st Semester Honor Roll, professional development in-service day, Ron Gustafson - motivational speaker, Earth/Arbor Day, Kindergarten Roundup, Option Enrollment and required Consumer Class for graduation.
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Board Committee Reports
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Building and Grounds
Discussion:
The Building and Grounds Committee gave a report on the meeting with the architect and final building plans.
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March: Building and Grounds and Coop
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New Business
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Discussion Items
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NASB New Board Member Workshop, NASB Board President's Retreat, NRCSA Spring Conference
Discussion:
The board discussed upcoming NASB New Board Member Workshop, NASB Board President's Retreat and NRCSA Spring Conference.
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Purchase of new lawn mower
Discussion:
The board discussed purchasing a new lawn mower.
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Action Items
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Discuss and take appropriate action on resolution joining Nebraska Liquid Asset Fund
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on 2021-2022 Teacher Negotiated Agreement
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on option enrollment advertising
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on architect contract
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on maintenance/custodial position
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on bus purchase
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on 2021-2022 NASB Membership
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on 2021-2022 ESU #16 Contract
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on fertilizer bid
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on Consumer Science graduation requirement
Discussion:
No action was taken on consumer science graduation requirement.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on purchase of custodial supplies and equipment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on surplus property
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on downstairs bathroom and egress window in superintendent's house
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Discuss and take appropriate action on having Superintendent elect Brian Redinger attend NASB President Conference and/or NRCSA Spring Conference
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Reports
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Superintendent
Discussion:
Superintendent Gaffney's report presented information on the following: sale complete on Frey land purchase, heating system in severe cold weather, teacher certification deficiency, teachers letters of intent to return, maintenance/custodian position and deposit of bond monies.
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Executive Session
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Upcoming Dates and Times
Discussion:
The next regular board meeting will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the library at Stapleton Public Schools.
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Board Goals Review
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Adjournment
Discussion:
President Opela adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
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