May 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM - ESU 3 Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call
Discussion:
Pursuant to Section 84-1411 of the Nebraska Statutes, notice of future meetings was be given by advertisement in the Omaha World Herald on 5/14/26.
In addition the meeting was posted on the following locations: the ESU #3 Website, the ESU #3 Headquarters front door, and the Sparq Meetings host site. |
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1.1. Excused Board Members, if Applicable
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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2. Nebraska Open Meetings Act Notice; Location of Posted Information
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3. Recognition of Visitors
Discussion:
Tara Lindstrom of NESC was in attendance as part of her EIR process.
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4. Public Comments
Discussion:
No public comments.
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5. Approval of Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.1. Approval of Previous Board Meeting Minutes
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5.2. Personnel Report
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5.2.1. Hired
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5.2.2. Resigned/Terminated
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5.3. Contract Report
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5.4. Approval of National Travel and/or Lodging Expenses Exceeding the Applicable Federal Rate Report
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5.5. Items for Disposal, Asset Change, or For Sale
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5.6. Board Member Insurance Coverage
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5.7. Head Start Leadership Reports, Policy Council Updates, Contracts, Etc.
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6. Approval of Treasurer’s Report
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Treasurer's Report noting receipts totaled $6,589,814.19 for the month and disbursements totaled $2,759,651.63. |
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7. Approval of Bills
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Bills were presented in the amount of $2,152,501.22. |
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8. Administrative Report
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes shared information on the following topics: budget process, Facilities update, AESA: Dr. Schnoes will serve as Past President for one year, Dr. Wilken and EIR process, and recognized our staff at the Staff Appreciation Lunch.
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9. New Business Agenda Items
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9.1. AI for Board Members
Discussion:
Eileen Heller, PLD led a presentation regarding AI and the focus that ESU 3 is taking with staff and districts.
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9.2. Presentation: Professional Learning
Discussion:
Dr. Scott Blum and Dr. Cecilia Wilken shared the current programs within the PL Department and discussed several projects that are on the horizon.
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9.3. ESU 3 External Visit Review
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes, Dr. Blum, and Dr. Wilken reviewed the External Report findings with the board. Overall, ESU 3 had an excellent visit and is thankful for everyone's support and input.
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9.4. AESA Delegation Trip Presentation
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes shared the key takeaways from the AESA visits to Beijing 101 in China and the second trip to Portugal and Spain. He emphasized the importance of keeping future global educational opportunities in mind and that these trips will likely encourage international visitors to come to ESU 3 in Nebraska.
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9.5. Presentation: EIR from Minnesota
Discussion:
Tara Lindstrom shared information about the NESC (cooperative) in north-east Minnesota that she works for and her involvement with the AESA EIR program.
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9.6. Budget Planning and Staffing Review
Discussion:
Dr. Schnoes shared the latest version of Core Service Funds for the Nebraska ESUs.
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9.7. Review Board Policy on AI
Discussion:
A first draft of a new AI policy was reviewed. This will be on the board agenda for approval in June.
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9.8. Approve Handbooks for 2026-27
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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