January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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I. Call the Meeting to Order
A. I call the January meeting of the Wayne Community School District Board of Education to order on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 5:00P.M. B. Wayne Community Schools mission is committed to the success of all students and the development of lifelong learners, and our vision is "Learning for Life, Every Student, Every Day." C. The meeting was posted at Wayne Community Schools, published in the Wayne Herald (1/6/2026), and online: www.wayneschools.org D. Anyone desiring to view the Open Meetings Act may do so. The document is available for public inspection and is located on the north wall of the Library. Wayne Community Schools may go into closed session to discuss certain agenda items to protect the public interest or to prevent needless injury to the reputation of an individual, if such individual has not requested a public hearing. E. Board Member Roll Call: F. Motion to approve absence of___________ G. Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Jr/Sr High School Library.
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I.a. Board Member Code of Conduct
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the Board Member Code of Conduct.
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I.b. Review of Conflict of Interest Policies:
Policy 8260 Policy 8271
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed Board Policies 8260: Conflict of Interest/Contracts and 8271: Reporting Procedures. He also explained the Conflict of Interest form that can be filled out.
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II. Organization of Board for 2026 (Board Policy 8130)
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II.a. Elect: President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Nominations for Board President were Dr. Jodi Pulfer and Mrs. Jaime Manz. After five tie votes, Mrs. Jaime Manz was elected Board President by a flip of a coin.
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II.b. Elect: Vice-President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Nominations for Board Vice-President were Mr. Justin Davis, Mr. Lynn Junck, and Dr. Jodi Pulfer. Mr. Justin Davis was elected Board Vice-President after one tie vote. Mr. Justin Davis received three votes, Mr. Lynn Junck received two votes, and Dr. Jodi Pulfer received one vote.
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II.c. Appoint Recording Secretary
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Deb Daum was appointed Recording Secretary to the Board of Education.
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II.d. Appoint Treasurer
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Darian Stoltenberg was appointed Board Treasurer.
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III. (President Presides as Chair) Policy Manual - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action to Affirm Current Policy and Regulation Manual as Governing Rules of the District as Listed on the School Website: www.wayneschools.org
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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IV. Board Committees - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action to Appoint the Board of Education Committee Membership
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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V. Depository - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action to Designate Depository Bank: State Nebraska Bank
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VI. Recording Records - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action to Designate The Wayne Herald as Classified Recording Records for Annual Appointment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VII. Legal Counsel - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action to Designate Perry, Guthery, Haase & Gessford, P.C., L.L.O. as Legal Counsel for Annual Appointment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII. Approval of Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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IX. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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IX.a. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings
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IX.b. Approval of Financial Reports and Claims
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X. Personnel
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X.a. Resignation - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Resignation
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the resignation of Mrs. Jean Dorcey at the end of the 2025-26 school year.
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X.b. Resignation - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Resignation
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the resignation of Mrs. Kathy Ostrand at the end of the 2025-26 school year.
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X.c. 9-12 Math Position - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 9-12 Math Position
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the hiring of Mr. Doug Glackin, as 9-12 Math teacher.
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XI. Communications from the Public (Policy 8346) and Requested Presentations
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XII. Celebration of Success
Discussion:
Students from the Early Learning Center preschool were recognized.
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XIII. Action Items
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XIII.a. Old Business
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XIII.a.I. Second Reading of Agenda Item Management Document - Pk-8 Art Teacher - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of AIM Document - Pk-8 Art Teacher
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the Second Reading of AIM Document: Pk-8 Art Teacher.
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XIII.b. New Business
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XIII.b.I. Transfer of Funds - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Transfer of Funds
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the transfer of $100,000 to the Lunch Fund from the General Fund.
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XIII.b.II. 2026 Superintendent Goals - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 2026 Superintendent Goals
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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XIII.b.III. JMC Student Information System - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on JMC Student Information System
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the quote from JMC, Student Information System, for $25, 280.75. The new system will begin July 1, 2026.
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XIII.b.IV. First Reading of Updated Policy 3131: Procurement Plan - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of Updated Policy 3131: Procurement Plan
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the first and final reading of updated Policy 3131: Procurement Plan.
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XIII.b.V. First Reading of Updated Policy 3132: Internal Controls - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of Updated Policy 3132: Internal Controls
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the first and final reading of updated Policy 3132: Internal Controls.
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XIII.b.VI. 2026-27 School Calendar - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 2026-27 School Calendar
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the 2026-27 school calendar.
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XIII.b.VII. 2026-27 ESU Contract Intentions - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action 2026-27 ESU Contract Intentions
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the 2026-27 Contract Intentions from ESU 1.
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XIII.b.VIII. Wayne America Membership Dues - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Wayne America Membership Dues
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the $100 non-profit membership level to Wayne America. Mr. Justin Davis abstained from voting due to being on the Wayne America Board. Mr. Brent Pick left the meeting at 6:17 p.m. and returned at 6:23 p.m.
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XIV. Administration and Board Committee Reports:
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XIV.a. Administration - Written reports were provided by Administration. Copies of their reports are available at the District Office upon request.
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XIV.a.I. Superintendent
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XIV.a.I.1. ALICAP Inspection Report
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the annual ALICAP Inspection report.
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XIV.a.I.2. 2026 Rembursement Rates
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan presented the 2026 reimbursement rates. The rates are set annually by the State of Nebraska.
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XIV.a.II. Special Education Director
Discussion:
Mrs. Beair stated the number of Special Education students in the District.
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XIV.a.III. High School Principal
Discussion:
Mr. Plager stated the course catalog has been updated, and class registration will be beginning soon.
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XIV.a.IV. Junior High Principal/Activities Director
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan gave Mr. Wragge's report due to his absence. The district will be going to Bound for athletic scheduling and digital tickets.
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XIV.a.V. Elementary Principal
Discussion:
Mr. Diediker stated MAP testing was completed in December.
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XIV.a.VI. Early Learning Center Principal
Discussion:
Mrs. Maas stated the WEB Mother/Son Dance will be February 27. The Kindergarten Penguin Parade will be February 6. Kindergarten Round Up will be April 17.
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XIV.b. Board Committees
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XIV.b.I. Foundation and Community Relations - Justin Davis, Jaime Manz, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan, Misty Beair, Rusty Parker
Discussion:
Mr. Parker reported on the Alumni and Friends campaign. He will have the EOY financials at a later date.
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XIV.b.II. Curriculum and Committee on American Civics - Jaime Manz, Jodi Pulfer, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan, Andi Diediker, Russ Plager
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan stated the committee will need to meet before the February meeting.
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XIV.b.III. Facility/Safety/Finance - Justin Davis, Lynn Junck, Brent Pick, Mark Lenihan, Russ Plager, Dave Wragge, Darian Stoltenberg, Jordan Widner
Discussion:
Mr. Widner stated he will be meeting with contractors for the Elementary roof repair.
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XIV.b.IV. Policy/Title IX - Jaime Manz, Brent Pick, Jodi Pulfer, Mark Lenihan, Misty Beair, Courtney Maas
Discussion:
No report.
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XIV.b.V. Negotiations - Justin Davis, Lynn Junck, Jodi Pulfer, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
No report.
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XIV.b.VI. Legislative - Lynn Junck, Brent Pick, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan stated the Legislative Session has begun.
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XV. Boardsmanship
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XVI. Future Agenda Items
*Second Reading of Updated Policy 3131 *Second Reading of Updated Policy 3132 *Principal Appraisals *WCS Foundation EOY Financials *Board President Retreat, February 16, Kearney *Board Review of Policies 1000-1120 |
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XVII. Adjournment
Discussion:
The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m. The next regular Board Meeting will be Monday, February 9, 2026, in the Jr/Sr High School Library.
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