November 21, 2022 at 6:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting

Rationale:  It is 6:00 PM and I now call to order the Crete Public Schools Board of Education Meeting.  This is the November 21, 2022 regular meeting.  Notice of this meeting has been advertised in the Crete Newspaper, which is the District's designated method of giving notice of these meetings.

We want those in attendance to know that copies of the Open Meetings Act are available at the entrance to the Board Room.  If anyone in attendance is interested in addressing our Board, you are welcome to do so.  We simply request that you complete the appropriate form and turn it in to us now so that you may be recognized during the Public Forum part of our meeting.  These forms are also located by the entry doors of this room.

Ms. Banos will you please call the roll.

Rationale:  The mission of Crete Public Schools, a diverse community of engaged individuals committed to the success of all, is to ensure learners have the character, knowledge, and skills to be respectful and productive members of a global society.  Crete Public Schools will cultivate a culture where all are challenged, empowered, and supported to reach their maximum potential.

Rationale:  This brings us to the Public Forum part of our meeting. During the Public Forum:

1. Each individual addressing the Board will be allowed 5 minutes. The Board of Education has the prerogative to limit speaking to 3 minutes when there are three or more patrons to allow all speakers an opportunity to address the Board in a timely manner.
2. We will not engage in dialogue with patrons presenting to the Board.
3. The Board president and superintendent will identify staff to follow-up on the information requested from patrons.
4. The Board president may share a statement on behalf of the Board when addressing a major issue in the district.

Is there anyone here that would like to address the Board during the Public Forum? (pause)

If none, we will move on to the approval of the agenda as posted.

Rationale:  This is the Agenda as published.  Would anyone like to remove any items or add any items to the Agenda?

Rationale:  The first item on the agenda tonight is the Consent Agenda.  The Consent Agenda to be approved is as follows: Minutes from the Previous Month's Meeting, Claims as Submitted, Staff Adjustments as Submitted, and Treasurer's Report as Submitted.

Rationale:  Congratulations to Bryan Zapata for being selected for the 2022 NSBA 8th Grade All-State Band! This year, there were over 380 auditions sent from 73 schools. The 8th Grade All-State Band is on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Kearney High School’s Concert Hall and Theatre (CHaT). The concert will be held at 4:00 p.m.

Rationale:  In a year where many band programs across the state have experienced reduced enrollment, the band program in CPS has remained vibrant and successful. The high school band grew from 124 students to 154, the largest in the school’s history, and 6 - 12 enrollment has jumped up to 385 students this year. The support that the band program has received at the building and district level, though funding and continuation of team-teaching, has been a big factor in the growth and stability you see today.
 
Over the past few years, the high school marching band has received numerous awards and accolades through the hard work and dedication of our students. Given the latest challenges with scheduling and rehearsal area due to our growth, we are extremely proud that our students have adapted and overcome these challenges and still maintained their level of performance. 

 

Rationale:  Congratulations to Isaac Penate for finishing 7th at the Class B State Tennis Tournament at number 2 singles and to Aidan McDowell for becoming Crete High's first-ever class B number 1 singles state champion. 

Rationale:  Mr. Bohling, Mr. Martin, and Ms. Westphal will present on proposed equipment upgrades for the weight room at Crete High.

Rationale:  Mrs. Fye will present information on adding ADA compliant equipment to the Intermediate School playground.

Rationale:  Dr. McDowell will present on the proposed practice field project.

Rationale:  Dr. McDowell will give his report.

Rationale:  This brings us to Item 8 - Action Items.

Rationale:  Mrs. Beck will present a proposal to install security film on district windows and doors.

Rationale:  Dr. McDowell will present on the proposed practice field project.

Rationale:  Is there a need for Executive Session?

Rationale:  Is there any Old Business to be discussed?

Rationale:  The next BOE meeting is scheduled to be Monday, December 12, 2022; this conflicts with the annual Band Soup Supper. Would anyone be opposed to changing the December meeting date to December 19th at 6:00 PM?

Rationale:  I would entertain a motion to adjourn.