August 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.  Members present were: Broberg, Johnsen, Negus, R. Tegeler and T. Tegeler.  Absent:  Schutt

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler stated that notice of the meeting was published in the August 6, 2025 issues of the Tilden Citizen/Meadow Grove News and the Antelope County News.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler referred to the open meetings law and welcomed visitors. There was no public comment.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the minutes of the July 14 and July 28 meetings. There were none.  The minutes stand approved.

Discussion:  President T. Tegeler asked if there were any questions about the July financial report. There were none.  The report stands approved.  

Discussion:  This item was postponed to the September meeting.

Discussion:  Jesse Mayo, E-Sports sponsor, spoke to the board about improvements to E-Sports.  The Nebraska association has joined forces with PlayVersus.  This will make many more games available for play, and ease scheduling of competitions.  Mr. Mayo stated that scholarships are available at the collegiate level.  Elkhorn Valley has one student who may very well qualify for a scholarship based on his game playing.  The Nebraska association has 12 new schools for 2025-2026 pushing the total to 125 across the state.  Mr. Mayo asked that the board give their approval to add Marvel Rivals and several sports titles to the list of games approved for 2025-2026.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne explained that the Clean Diesel program has changed their requirements so we no longer qualify for a grant from them.  Daryl Simeon would like to rearrange the current use of some buses (from activity to route) and purchase a new bus for activities.  He has received a quote of $139,500 for a 2026 International 65 passenger school bus.  There was discussion about the pros and cons of a coach bus versus a school bus.

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne spoke to the board about transferring money from the general fund to the depreciation fund for the purpose of a future bus purchase.  There is still money available in the 2024-2025 budget to allow for a transfer of funds.  

Discussion:  As in the past, an increase in the allowable base growth percentage will give the school district the option to increase the district's property tax authority by up to 7% if the need arises. 

Discussion:  Mrs. Novicki spoke about the start of fall activities, the Kick-Off Supper, a presentation given to parents by Darin Boysen of the NCA, the ESU 8 professional development team working with our high school teachers, changes to the ACT tests and John Baylor will be coming to work with our juniors.  Mr. Black reported that all para positions have been filled and the annual open house, back to school BBQ and Title 1 Parents meeting will all be held August 13th.

Discussion:  Dirt work has begun at the sports complex site.  

Discussion:  Mr. Hahne asked the board to select a date to meet for the budget workshop/retreat/planning session.  He suggested dates on or after August 20th which is when counties must have valuations to school districts. He also needs time to advertise the meeting.  After some discussion, the board selected August 25th or 27th depending on which date works for Jenny Schutt.

Discussion:  The NASB area meeting is August 27th.  Several board members will be receiving awards.

Discussion:  There being no further business, President T. Tegeler adjourned the meeting at 8:22 p.m.