February 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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A. Notification of Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
At the beginning of the meeting, President AJ Johnson announced and informed the public that a current copy of the Open Meetings Act is available at the meeting site and included electronically in the E-Meeting agenda.
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B. Roll Call*
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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C. Consent Agenda*
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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C.1. Previous Minutes (copy attached)
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C.2. Financial Reports*
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C.2.a. Revenue Report/Treasurer's Report
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C.2.b. Cash Summary/Expenditure Report
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C.3. Bills for February
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C.4. Administrator's Monthly Report
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C.4.a. ESU #1 All-Staff Day
Discussion:
Administrator Heimann shared that at All Staff Day, guest speaker Julie Burney highlighted the importance of helping others and resilience, and Kristine Kleve was honored as Employee of the Year.
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C.4.b. ESU #1 Quarterly Superintendent and Principal Meeting
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Quarterly Principal and Superintendent Meetings on January 20-21 brought together over 30 principals for NDE updates and learning on best instructional practices and AI. |
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C.4.c. Teacher Vacancy Report
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While unfilled teaching positions in Nebraska declined this year, shortages persist, especially in special education roles like speech language pathologists and school psychologists. |
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C.4.d. NDE Commissioner Advisory Meeting
Discussion:
At a January 22 meeting at NDE in Lincoln, attendees discussed the NDE Strategic Plan, proposed legislation, and flexibility for federal Title grant funds. |
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C.4.e. Legislative Update
Discussion:
Administrator Heimann provided a legislative update.
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D. Public Comment
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E. ESU1 Financial Audit
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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F. Board Election Timeline
Discussion:
ESU1 board members in odd-numbered districts have terms expiring at the end of 2026 and must file for re-election before July 15, 2026 to appear on the November 2026 ballot. |
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G. 2026-27 Compensation for Core Service, Licensed, Specialty and Professional Staff
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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H. Administration Compensation for 2026-27
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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I. Personnel*
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I.1. Consider, discuss, and take necessary action on employee contracts and personnel changes.
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I.1.a. Resignation(s)
Discussion:
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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I.1.b. New Hire(s)
Discussion:
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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I.1.c. Contract Change(s)
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I.1.d. Termination(s)
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J. Adjournment
Discussion:
As there were no additoinal Agenda items, President AJ Johnson adjourned the meeting at 6:06pm.
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