November 12, 2018 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Jill Scheele's absence was excused.

Discussion:  Skylar Pretzer and Korey Theye informed the Board of recent student activities.

Discussion:  Mr. Mezger was not in attendance, but provided the Board a written report.  In his report he had first quarter Honor Roll achievements. He also noted the 2018-19 student enrollment number which is 255 PK-12.  The enrollment is steady.  He also reported the 2018-19 poverty trend in the district which is down.

Discussion:  The Board discussed the possibility of a Gage County SRO.  Although the Board sees the role as very beneficial, especially in the area of building positive relationships, the Board has concerns over the time the officer would be in our building and the fact that the officer would not serve the elementary school since it is in Jefferson County. The estimated cost to our district would be approximately $23,000.

Discussion:  Mr. Mezger noted in a report how digital citizenship is a technology goal of the district.

Discussion:  Superintendent Meyerle noted that he will have monthly meetings with the Caspers/Sampson reps on the status of the new gym.  They met on November 6, and feel they are on schedule.  The frame of the building may begin going up November 14.

Discussion:  Superintendent Meyerle reported that the EHA health insurance rates would go up 4.99% for 2019-20.  We have been fortunate with no increase the past couple of years.  The 4.99% increase will be a total increase of approximately $24,700 for certified staff premiums.

Superintendent Meyerle reported that certified staff attended the regional inservice at Fairbury Public Schools on November 2.  The theme of the day was mental health.

 

Discussion:  The annual financial report was distributed

Discussion:  The annual safety audit was discussed.  No major concerns were reported.

Discussion:  Superintendent Meyerle submitted his suggestions of Board Committee assignments for 2019.  He congratulated Toni Landenberger on her re-election and congratulated Angie Clifford and Adam Engelman on their election to the Board.

The December meeting will be the last Board meeting for Chad Lottman who has served on the Board since 2003 and for Dean Engelman who has served on the Board since 2007.

Discussion:  The Board reviewed Superintendent Meyerle's annual evaluation.

Discussion:  President Stohs adjourned the meeting at 8:03pm.  The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10 at 7:30 pm at the elementary school in Diller.