May 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Sargent Public Schools Board of Education Information
More Information: The meeting agenda will be kept current and available for public inspection at the Superintendent's Office during regular working hours. District Vision: We are proud of who we are, united by our community, and driven by purpose. With modern facilities, a strong curriculum, and a focus on leadership, we prepare every student for a successful Future. District Mission: Sargent Public Schools is committed to providing an education to prepare students to be productive and thrive in tomorrow's world. Core Values: 1. STUDENTS FIRST 2. SARGENT STRONG 3. COMMUNITY SUPPORT 4. INVESTING IN THE FUTURE The Open Meetings Act requires and the intention of the Board is that agenda items be sufficiently descriptive to give the public reasonable notice of matters to be considered at the meeting. The Board of Education releases its agenda well in advance of most meetings and desires that all interested persons are fully informed. Any interested person who has a question or needs clarification about the sufficiency of a descriptive item should contact the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. 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 Comment' section of our meeting. Agenda items are subject to reordering at the discretion of the board president. Board members may request specific agenda item(s) be moved to a different place on the agenda. Please attend the entire meeting to ensure you hear discussion on a particular agenda item. |
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2. Opening Procedures:
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2.1. Call to Order
More Information: The Board of Education reserves the right to enter into Executive Session for the protection of the public interest, or the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual, and if the individual has not requested a public meeting. |
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2.2. Roll Call
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2.3. Pledge of Allegiance
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2.4. Excused absence of Board Member
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2.5. Open Meetings Act
More Information: Pursuant to Section 84-1412 of the Nebraska Statutes, the public is hereby informed that a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted by the landing of the entrance to the Library. Notice of this meeting was published in the Sargent Leader and placed at the Corner Market, Post Office, and First National Bank in Sargent. |
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3. Consent Agenda
More Information: At this time, any Board member may request that any item on the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3.1. Approval of Agenda
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3.2. Approve minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of April 13th.
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3.3. Approve Financial Reports
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3.4. Approval of Claims/Bills
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3.5. Board Policy Adoption
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3.5.1. First Reading of Board Policies
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3.5.1.a. Policy Update - 1110 - Bulletin Boards, Display Case, and Posted Material - LB 429
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3.5.1.b. Policy Update 3560 - Records Management and Disposition LB 596
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3.5.1.c. Policy update 5004 Full-time and Part-time Enrollment LB 937
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3.5.1.d. Policy update 5005 Student Residence Admission and Contraction for Educational Services LB 937
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3.5.1.e. Policy 5006 update Option Enrollment LB 653
Update Appendix to Policy 4005 LB 653 |
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3.5.1.f. Policy update 5008 Student Attendance LB 937
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3.5.1.g. Policy update 5101 Student Discipline LB 653
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3.5.1.h. Policy update 5205 Graduation LB 296
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3.5.1.i. Policy update 8130 Annual Organizational Meeting LB 596
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3.5.1.j. Policy update 8342 Designated Method of Giving Notice of Meetings LB 596
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3.5.2. Second Reading of Board Policy
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3.5.2.a. Policy 5209 -- School Library Materials and Parent Access
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4. RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE
Discussion:
Mr. Olsen recognized Mrs. Amy Kozeal, Mrs, Stacy Ottun, and Mrs. Deb Gumb on their many years of serving and educating our kids. We wished them the best!
He also recognized the FBLA National Qualifiers. Nathan Lowery, Luqman Harris, Corbin Bye, and Alli Smith along with their sponsor, Jan Osborn reported on what the kids would be competing in. Also, Jan explained the cost breakdown and what is planned for fundraisers. The others that qualified but could not make the meeting were Kinley and Kooper Keefe, Carsen Vincent, and Taylin Tobias. |
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5. Reports and Discussion Items
Discussion:
The board gave a brief summary of what was discussed in their committee meetings.
Mr. Olsen gave the principal report for Mr. Slingsby since he was gone. Our students of the month were in PreK-2nd: Karter Barnhart, 3rd-5th: Andi Smith, 6th-8th: Jeremiah White, & 9th-12th: Luqman Harris. Our staff member of the month was Miss Shayley Phillipps. Then, Mr. Olsen gave his superintendent's report. He also quickly talked about some of the data that Mrs. Tami Phillipps put together. Mrs. Schauda along with Mr. Moses gave an overview of our curriculum. They talked about what our kids have in credits when they graduate or approximately. Also, they discussed what ESU 10 and NDE needed from us to approve our curriculum to meet Rule 10. Mr. Moses gave an Americanism report. He gave an overview on what the law wants and how he teaches it to meet what it says. Mr. Olsen spoke on behalf of the wellness committee. He gave a summary of what the team does. |
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5.1. Board Committee Reports
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5.2. Principal Report
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5.3. Superintendent Report
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5.3.1. CIP Report
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5.3.2. Curriculum Report
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5.3.3. Americanism Report
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5.3.4. Wellness Report
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5.3.5. Annual Report - June
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5.3.6. Present TIP Plan - June
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5.3.7. Determination Report - June
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6. Discuss, consider, and take any necessary action on the following:
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6.1. Discuss, consider, and take any necessary action to approve Mrs. Folkers to conduct the 2025 school census
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.2. Discuss, consider, and take any necessary action on purchasing materials for 9-12 English.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7. Visitors and Guests Public Comments
Discussion:
There were a handful of staff members present to stay informed. Mrs. Jinger Larsen gave a presentation on a grant that she was looking at from the Education Foundation. It's an instate and international educational travel opportunity that will be a history learning and traveling basis.
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8. Board Comments
Discussion:
The board commented on a job well done this school year! It looked like the kids and staff had a great year.
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9. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
Future Board MeetingsRegular Meetings:June 8th @ 7:00 PM School Library July 13th @ 7:00 PM School Library Tentative Committee Meeting Dates: Policy/Personnel/Curriculum Committee: June 2 @ 7:30 PM (Supt. Office) Finance/Facilities/Transportation Review Committee: June 4th @ 7:00 PM (Supt. Office) Upcoming Event Highlights:Events -NASB School Law Seminar Thursday, June 11 — Kearney Sargent School Board Retreat Monday, July 13th Location TBD NASB Area Membership Meetings Thursday, August 20 — 4:30 PM Kearney All activities are located on our website, www.sargentpublicschools.org home page or on the App in the calendar.
Discussion:
The next regular board meeting will be on June 8th, 2026 at 7:00 pm.
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10. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Special Report
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