November 13, 2023 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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Call the meeting to order - 7:30 p.m.
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Members present were: Broberg, Johnsen, Negus, Schutt, R. Tegeler and T. Tegeler. Absent: none.
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State the public meeting notice was published in the November 8, 2023 issues of the Tilden Citizen/Meadow Grove News and the Antelope County News.
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler stated that public notice of the meeting was published in the November 8th editions of The Tilden Citizen Meadow Grove News and the Antelope County News.
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Recognize Visitors - ‘Public Comment’ - refer to "Open Meetings Law’
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler referred to the open meetings law and welcomed visitors. There was no public comment.
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Routine Matters
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Approve minutes from October 9, 2023 meeting
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the minutes of the October 9, 2023 meeting. There were none. The minutes stand approved.
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Approve financial reports for October
Discussion:
President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the October, 2023 financial report. There were none. The report stands approved.
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November bills for approval
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Consider/Discuss audit conducted by Porter and Company.
Discussion:
The audit for 2022-2023 has been completed and Porter and Company's report received. Mr. Hahne passed out copies of the report to board members. He pointed out that the lunch fund is losing money due to large increases in the cost of food and salary increases while the district no longer receives extra federal money as we did during the covid years. In conjunction with the audit, the annual financial report has been submitted to the state and received state approval.
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Consider/Discuss Rule 10 Safety Audit
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne spoke about the recent Rule 10 safety inspection. This inspection covers student safety. We have complied with previous inspection suggestions such as posting room numbers inside and outside of the rooms, adding rubber mulch on the playground and having first aid kits in each classroom. We've purchased new, improved walkie talkies for better communication during drills and other instances. This year, the inspector recommended we have Narcan on hand to administer in the case of a possible overdose.
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Consider/Discuss and designate which way the superintendent shall vote in regard to Ainsworth joining the NVC.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The board discussed the pros and cons of having Ainsworth join the Niobrara Valley Conference. Travel time and school size were the biggest considerations.
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Consider/Discuss/Approve
Discussion:
This item was inadvertently added to the agenda. There was nothing to discuss.
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Principals' Report
Discussion:
Mr. Black talked about the recent elementary math night. About 80 students attended. The Boy Scouts brought their STEM trailer for use during the evening. The elementary teachers went to Waverly Public Schools October 25th for professional development on the new reading curriculum. Our teachers came away knowing they have the basics in place and are doing well with the curriculum. Red Ribbon Week activities were enjoyed by the students and staff. Mrs. Novicki spoke about the John Baylor visit. He spoke to students about the importance of good study habits. November 20th is our external evaluation as part of our continuous improvement plan. On the suggestion of Mr. Wickizer, a drone video was created to show the evaluation team. The evaluation team will conduct interviews with students and staff during the day with the findings presented at the end of the day. We will not be hosting the district 1-Act competition as the NSAA selected Ponca Schools as the host site.
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Superintendent's Report
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Negotiations update
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne reminded the negotiations committee of the next meeting November 14th.
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State Education Conference Nov. 15-17
Discussion:
Mr. Hahne will be attending the conference in Omaha.
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Track/football field update
Discussion:
A zoom meeting with Tim Ripp took place during the meeting so board members could ask questions about the latest plan for the track and football field complex. The plan includes two phases for completion. The board questioned costs for certain points of the project such as the concessions and restrooms. They also asked whether local contractors had been asked for cost estimates.
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ESSERR III grant update
Discussion:
Because the after school program was not extended to this school year, Mr. Hahne would like the board to approve a change to the ESSER III grant, switching funds to nursing expenses.
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Superintendent evaluation process
Discussion:
Board members should have received an email from Katie Corfield at NASB. The message contains a link to the superintendent evaluation that board members need to complete.
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Adjourn
Discussion:
There being no further business, President T. Tegeler adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
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