September 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Regular School Board Meeting
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I. Call Meeting to Order
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
The Board Chair will call the meeting to order.
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II. Pledge of Allegiance
Description:
The Board Chair will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
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III. Roll Call
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
The Board Chair will take roll call. A quorum must be established in order for the meeting to proceed.
Board Members: Heidi Sprandel, Board Chair
DeEtta Moos, Vice Chair Mark Solberg, Clerk Nikki Johnson, Treasurer Kevin Gross, Director Brette Halverson, Director Becky Roby, Director Ex Officio, Dr. Nate Rudolph, Superintendent Taylor Combel, Student Representative |
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IV. Approve Agenda
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Once quorum has been established the Board Chair will request approval of the meeting agenda.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the meeting agenda. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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V. PUBLIC HEARING - Review and Comment
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
The School Board of Independent School District No. 911 (Cambridge-Isanti Schools), Isanti and Chisago Counties, Minnesota (the "District") will hold a public hearing on September 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., in the District Education Services Center, Community Room 121A&B, 625 Main Street North, Cambridge, MN 55008. The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comment regarding the District’s Review and Comment submission to the Minnesota Department of Education related to the proposed referendum projects. Community members are invited to attend and provide input as part of the public review process. Written comments may also be submitted to the Superintendent’s Office prior to the hearing.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to close public hearing. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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VI. Communications/Recognition
Presenter:
Superintendent Rudolph
Description:
This evening, the School Board will introduce and welcome our new Student Representative, Taylor Combel. Taylor was selected to serve as the voice of the student body, offering perspective and insight to board discussions and decisions. This role provides an important connection between students and the governance of the district. The Board looks forward to working with Taylor in this leadership role.
Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA) recognizes September as School Board Appreciation Month. We greatly appreciate the support our School Board Members provide to our administrative team, our teachers, and staff. We are so thankful to work with School Board Members who value Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Self-Discipline, and Compassion. |
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VII. School Board Showcase
Presenter:
Principals Tracy Hare & Randy Pauly
Description:
Cambridge Middle School and Isanti Middle School principals will present on the implementation of district Strategic Plan priorities at the middle level, with a specific focus on family engagement. The presentation will address efforts to build a stronger sense of belonging for students and families, maintain and expand partnerships that meet student needs, and create opportunities for students to demonstrate their contributions within the school community.
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VIII. Open Forum
Presenter:
Community Members
Description:
An opportunity for members of the community to address the Board.
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IX. Board Committees
Presenter:
Committee Members
Description:
A. Board Standing Committee Reports (minutes attached)
B. Board Representative Committee Reports C. School Board Member Good News Report
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X. Administration Reports
Presenter:
Administrators
Description:
Administration will provide an update to the School Board.
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XI. Non-Action Items
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XI.A. Policy 204 - 3rd Review School Board Meeting Minutes
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XI.B. Policy 305 - 3rd Review Policy Implementation
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XI.C. Policy 422 - 3rd Review Policies Incorporated by Reference - Employee
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XI.D. Policy 423 - 3rd Review Employee-Student Relationships
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XI.E. Policy 523 - 3rd Review Policies Incorporated by Reference - Students
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XI.F. Policy 910 - 3rd Review Communications and Public Relations
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed our current policy. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending the changes and modifications in the attached policy for first reading.
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XII. Consent Agenda
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
A. August 21, 2025, Regular School Board Meeting
B. August 28, 2025, School Board Tour
C. September 4, 2025, Special Session D. Personnel Action: A summary of personnel actions for this month is attached, including hires, retirements, leaves of absence, and change in assignments, additional assignments, resignations and terminations.
E. MOU EMCI Hub Sites for Student Contact Time F. MOU EMCI Parent/Teacher Communications Any items board members wish to have considered as a separate action? Board approval of consent agenda is needed.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the consent agenda. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII. Treasurer's Report
Presenter:
Nikki Johnson
Description:
Nikki Johnson, Board Treasurer, will give recommendation for treasurer’s report subject to audit. The Board Treasurer and Director of Finance and Operations meet once a month to review the previous month’s financial activity. Reports that are reviewed are the treasurer’s report, payment registers, and employee reimbursement report.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the treasurer's report subject to audit. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV. Action Items
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XIV.A. Gifts and Donations
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
Therefore the Director of Finance and Operations recommends the following resolution:
Minnesota Statues 12B.02, Subd. 6 provides: "The board may receive, for the benefit of the district, bequests, donations, or gifts for any proper purpose and apply the same to the purpose designated. In that behalf, the board may act as trustee of any trust created for the benefit of the district, or for the benefit of pupils thereof, including trusts created to provide pupils of the district with advanced education after completion of high school, in the advancement of education."; and
School Board Policy 706 establishes guidelines for the acceptance of gifts/donations to the District; and Minnesota Statute 465.03 provides: "Any city, county, school district or town may accept a grant or devise of real or personal property and maintain such property for the benefit of its citizens in accordance with the terms prescribed by the donor. Nothing herein shall authorize such acceptance or use for religious or sectarian purposes. Every such acceptance shall be by resolution of the governing body adopted by a two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full."; and Every such acceptance shall be by resolution of the governing body adopted by a two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the School Board of Cambridge-Isanti Schools, ISD 911 accept with appreciation the following gifts/donations and permit their use as designated by the donor(s).
Recommended Motion(s):
To adopt resolution to accept gifts, grants or devise of real or personal property. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV.B. Truth in Taxation Meeting Date
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
We would like to hold a truth-in-taxation meeting on December 18 at 6 p.m. at the Education Services Center. Property tax levy and budget information will be presented at this meeting, with time for the public to comment and ask questions. The December Regular Board meeting will follow Truth in Taxation, and at that time, the final property tax levy will be recommended for approval.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve holding a Truth in Taxation Meeting on December 18, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Education Services Center, followed by the December Regular Board Meeting. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV.C. Preliminary 2025 Payable 2026 Property Tax Levy
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
The proposed preliminary 2025 payable 2026 property tax levy will be presented at the September 18 board meeting. Minnesota school districts are required by state law to certify their proposed preliminary property tax levy to the County Auditor by October 1 to project the payable 2026 property taxes for residents of the school district. Final property tax levy and budget information will then be presented at a truth-in-taxation meeting held sometime between November 24th and December 28th. The School Board will be asked to certify the final payable 2026 property tax levy during the December 18, 2025 School Board meeting.
There will continue to be updates to the MN Department of Education levy information system through the upcoming months so there may be changes to the preliminary property tax levy. Because there may still be changes, it is recommended that the preliminary property tax levy be approved at the maximum. School Boards are authorized to approve preliminary levies at the maximum instead of a specific dollar amount. The preliminary levy certified to the county by September 30 is the maximum set for the levy so the final levy certified in December cannot be greater than the preliminary levy.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the Preliminary 2025 Payable 2026 Property Tax Levy at the maximum. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV.D. Amendment to Exhibit A to Appoint Head Election Judge
Presenter:
Superintendent Rudolph
Description:
The Resolution Appointing Election Judges for the November 4, 2025 School District Special Election was adopted at the August 21, 2025 Board Meeting which appointed the qualified election judges listed on Exhibit A to act as clerks of election, count the ballots cast, and submit the results to the school board for canvass in the manner provided for other school district elections. Exhibit A, which lists the qualified election judges, has been amended to move the head judge from Cambridge Fire Hall to the Isanti Community Center and add a new head judge to the Cambridge Fire Hall polling location.
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the amended Exhibit A to appoint a head election judges for the combined polling locations. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV.E. Policies in Final Action
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and the Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed a comparison between our current policy and MSBA's model policy for reference. The Cabinet and the Administrative Team also had the opportunity to review the proposed policy changes and provide comments. Upon consideration, the Policy Review Committee is recommending that the Board approve these policies with modifications made in the attached policies.
1. Policy 101 - Legal Status of the School District 2. Policy 302 - Superintendent 3. Policy 303 - Superintendent Selection 4. Policy 304 - Superintendent Contract, Duties and Evaluation 5. Policy 707 - Transportation of Public School Students 6. Policy 902 - Use of School District Facilities and Equipment
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve Policy 101, 302, 303, 304, 707, and 902 as presented. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XV. Adjournment
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Adjourn meeting
Recommended Motion(s):
To adjourn meeting. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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