September 23, 2026 at 7:05 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
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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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 August 8th, 2026.
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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. Second Reading of Board Policy
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3.5.1.a.
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4. RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE
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5. Reports and Discussion Items
Discussion:
The board gave a brief summary of what was discussed in their committees. Mr. Slingsby gave his principal's report. Mr. Olsen gave his superintendent's report.
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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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6. Discuss, consider, and take any necessary action on the following:
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6.1. Discuss, consider and take action on the recognition of the Sargent Education Association as the bargaining Agent for the 2028-2029 contract year.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.2. Discuss, consider, and take action on approving the board meeting schedule
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.3. Annual adoption of Emergency Safety Plan 2026-2027 School Year
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.4. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the proposed 2026-27 Budget in the amount of $8,904,346.09.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.5. Approve Property Tax Resolution
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7. Visitors and Guests Public Comments
Discussion:
Terrance Vrbas spoke on the interest and proposed adding golf as a sport. Brock, Brent, and Kallie Morse, Camryn Hall, Austinn Wagner, and Levi Johnson were present to support and answer a few questions on the proposed idea. Terrance also said that he and Levi had gone to the Loup County school board and presented the proposal. Kelly Vincent was present to stay informed.
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8. Board Comments
Discussion:
The board made a few comments about thanking the staff for being flexible and accommodating with the HVAC work going on.
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9. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
Future Board MeetingsRegular Meetings:October 12 @ 7:00 PM Sargent Public Schools Library Novemeber 9 @ 7:00 PM Sargent Public Schools Library Tentative Committee Meeting Dates: Personnel & Curriculum Committee ?? @ ?? (Supt. Office) Policy Committee: October 6 @ 7:00 PM (Supt. Office) Finance/Facilities/Transportation Review Committee: October 8 @ 7:00 PM (Supt. Office) Upcoming Event Highlights:Events -Statewide General Election Tuesday November 3 State Education Conference Nov 18 - 20 - Omaha New Board Member workshops December 7 - 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 wil be October 12th at 7:00 pm in the school's library.
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10. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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