April 23, 2026 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. School Board Showcase
Presenter:
Principal Tracy Hare
Description:
Cambridge-Isanti Schools is proud to present the 2026 Student Art Boardroom Showcase. During the April School Board meeting, artwork from two students at each K-12 building will be featured. The recognition will include announcing the selected students, unveiling their artwork, and presenting certificates to those in attendance.
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VI. Communications/Recognition
Presenter:
Angela Lindell, Amy Huntly, Nicki Hasser, & Christina Thayer Anderson
Description:
Cambridge-Isanti Schools is proud to recognize our Volunteer Services Team at the April School Board meeting. This recognition highlights the dedication and impact of our volunteers, acknowledges their contributions across the district, and expresses our sincere appreciation for the time and support they provide to our students, staff, and school community.
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VII. Open Forum
Presenter:
Community Members
Description:
An opportunity for members of the community to address the Board.
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VIII. Board Committees
Presenter:
Committee Members
Description:
A. Board Standing Committee Reports (minutes attached)
B. Board Representative Committee Reports C. Student Representative Board Report D. School Board Member Good News Report
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IX. Administration Reports
Presenter:
Administrators
Description:
Administration will provide an update to the School Board.
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X. Non-Action Items
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X.A. Policy 403 - Discipline, Suspension, and Dismissal of School District Employees
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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X.B. Policy 611 - Home Schooling
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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X.C. Policy 906 - Community Notification of Predatory Offenders
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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X.D. Policy 908 - American Indian Committee
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. Consent Agenda
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
A. March 19, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting
B. April 7, 2026 Study Session
C. 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. D. Paraprofessionals Contract 2025-2027 E. Director of Finance and Operations Contract 2025-2027 F. Director of Community Education and Engagement Contract 2025-2027 G. Director of Admin Services and Human Resources Contract 2025-2027 H. Director of Special Education & Student Support Services Contract 2025-2027 I. Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Contract 2025-2027 J. Food Service Director Contract 2025-2027 K. Technology Director Contract 2025-2027 L. Athletics and Activities Director Contract 2025-2027 M. Building and Grounds Director Contract 2025-2027 Any items board members wish to have considered as a separate action? Board approval of the 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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XII. 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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XIII. Action Items
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XIII.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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XIII.B. Preliminary Capital and LTFM Budgets
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
The operating capital and long term facilities maintenance (LTFM) restricted revenue sources are equalized revenue, meaning the revenue we receive is from both state aid and property tax levy. Both are calculated by factors such as building age and funding per pupil. The operating capital funding is restricted (Minn. Stat. §123C.10) to uses such as building repairs, equipment, technology, vehicles, etc. The LTFM funding is restricted (Minn. Stat. § 123B.595) to uses related to maintenance or replacing existing facility items such as roofing, painting, flooring, electrical, plumbing, etc.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the FY2027 Operating Capital and Long-Term Facilities Maintenance Preliminary Budget. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.C. Primary Food & Dairy Vendors
Presenter:
Christopher Kampa
Description:
The Food Service department released separate RFP's for both the Primary Food Vendor and Primary Dairy Vendor on March 12th, 2026, with a final vendor bid date of April 15, 2026. The RFP was advertised in the newspaper of record and posted to the district website. Responses are evaluated on various criteria such as cost, distributor experience, computer capabilities, USDA regulatory support, and customer service.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve VENDOR NAME as the lowest responsible bidder as the district's Primary Food & Dairy Vendor. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.D. Washington DC Trip
Presenter:
Dr. Jason Bodey
Description:
Each spring, Cambridge-Isanti middle school students are given the opportunity to participate in an Educational Field trip and guided tour of our nation’s capital. Along the way, students will visit major historical landmarks such as the Smithsonian Museums, the Washington Monument, and Mount Vernon. They will also visit historically significant sites such as the Jefferson, Lincoln, and F.D.R. Memorials, and honor our nation’s heroes at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the Middle School Educational Field Trip to Washington, D.C., March 31 - April 3, 2027. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.E. 2027 Cambridge-Isanti High School Student Trip to the Galápagos Islands
Presenter:
Dr. Steve Gibbs
Description:
Cambridge-Isanti High School requests permission to conduct an educational field trip to the Galápagos Islands June 7-17, 2027
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the 2027 Cambridge-Isanti High School Student Trip to the Galápagos Islands. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.F. 2027 Cambridge-Isanti High School Student Trip to Japan
Presenter:
Dr. Steve Gibbs
Description:
Cambridge-Isanti High School requests permission for students to participate in an educational field trip to Japan. The dates of the proposed trip are February 5-14, 2027.
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the student trip to Japan, February 5-14, 2027. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.G. Revised Designate Time and Place for 2026 Regular Board Meetings & Study Sessions
Presenter:
Chair Sprandel
Description:
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve the revised designated time and place for Regular Board Meetings & Study Sessions for 2026. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIII.H. Policies in Final Action
Presenter:
Shawn Kirkeide
Description:
Superintendent Rudolph and Cambridge-Isanti Schools Policy Review Committee met and discussed a comparison between our current policy and MSBA's model policy for reference. 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 Board approve these policies with modifications made in the attached policies.
1. Policy 518 - DNR - DNI Orders 2. Policy 528 - Student Parental, Family, and Marital Status Nondiscrimination 3. Policy 601.3 - Student Teaching and Internship 4. Policy 611.1 - Private, Parochial, and Home School Shared Services 5. Policy 901 - Community Education 6. Policy 903.1 - Sales Calls and Demonstrations
Recommended Motion(s):
To approve Policies 518, 528, 601.3, 611.1, 901, and 903.1 as presented. This motion, made by Board Member #1 and seconded by Board Member #2, Passed.
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XIV. 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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