May 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The formation of public policy is public business and may not be conducted in secret. Every meeting of the Norris Board shall be open to the public and abide by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is available for inspection at our meeting site. Does anyone in the audience require audio or visual assistance?
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Devine called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
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2. District Mission Statement
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Norris School District, in collaboration with our communities and families, provides a safe, positive environment that empowers students to grow, explore, and engage into lifelong learners and responsible, productive citizens. |
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3. Nebraska Open Meetings Law (Posted in the Room)
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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4. Student Representative Report - Bree Chambers
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Bree Chambers, Student Representative, provided an update to the board of education.
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5. Administrators' Reports
Speaker(s):
Building Administrators
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Reports from administrators on items of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Administrator reports were submitted in advance. Highlights were shared with the board of education.
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6. Public Comment
Speaker(s):
Members of the Public
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
No public comment.
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7. Curriculum Report/ Program Review:
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Discussion:
Mrs. Kris Morrison (Director of Curriculum) and Dr. Alisha Bollinger (Director of Student Services) provided updates to the board of education.
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7.1. Consider, discuss and take all necessary action to approve the renewal of Character Strong Curriculum for 2025-2026 school year.
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Purchase of the Character Strong Curriculum for the 2025-2026 School Year Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Superintendent reports on matters of interest to the Board.
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8.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared dates of interest with the board of education.
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8.2. Celebration of Excellence
Speaker(s):
President Devine
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8.2.1. USTA Check Presentation for the Titan Activities Complex
Speaker(s):
USTA and Dr. Stine
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Stine and Mary Buschmann, with the Missouri Valley USTA, presented a check to the district in the amount of $152,000.00 to culminate the USTA's financial contribution to the Titan Activities Complex.
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8.2.2. Maggie Mullin - Back-to-Back State Champion in Action Photography
Speaker(s):
Dr. Stine and Mr. Carlson
Agenda Item Type:
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8.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Certified
Hire
Extra Duty Hire
Support Staff Hire Resignation
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve all certified personnel matters Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.4. Superintendent Goals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel provided updates on the progress made in regard to his goals.
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8.4.1. Deputy Tim Dowhower Introduction
Speaker(s):
Deputy Tim Dowhower
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Discussion:
Deputy Dowhower introduced himself to the board of education and provided updates on his transition into the SRO role.
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8.5. Superintendent Evaluation
Speaker(s):
President Devine and Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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8.5.1. Approve the Superintendent Evaluation Summary
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Superintendent May 2025 Evaluation Summary Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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9. Consent Agenda
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consent items are considered routine and will be passed with a vote; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference.
Recommended Motion(s):
Move that the Board of Education approve the consent agenda as presented. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Devine read aloud, "Consent items are considered routine and will be passed with a vote; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference."
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10. Titan Fundraising Committee Update
Speaker(s):
Cory Wahlstrom and Jennifer Schall
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Provide the Board of Education and public with an update on the Titan Fundraising Committee's efforts.
Discussion:
The Titan Fundraising Committee is meeting next month, and updates will be provided as appropriate.
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11. Policies
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
No policy updates this month. Policy updates will occur this summer due to legislative changes, per Justin Knight's guidance.
Discussion:
No policy updates this month.
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12. Legislative Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy shared legislative updates with the board of education.
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13. NASB Updates
Speaker(s):
Board Members
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Discussion:
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14. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
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14.1. Etmund Estates 2nd Addition Final Plat
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared the Etmund Estate's 2nd Addition Final Plat Map.
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15. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
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Discussion:
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15.1. Titan Activities Complex Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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15.1.1. Consider, discuss and take all necessary action regarding the Creating High Impact Economic Futures Act (Chief) for the Titan Fundraising Committee
Speaker(s):
Terry Meier (JEO), Jerry Prange, Dr. Stine and Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Resolution for Titan Fundraising Committee to apply for the Nebraska Creating High Impact Economic Futures Act to generate dollars for the Titan Activity Complex. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Stine and Terry Meier (JEO) summarized the CHIEF Act. Individuals can receive a 100% nonrefundable tax credit and businesses can receive 50% nonrefundable tax credit. Both groups can carry forward the credits for up to 5 years.
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15.2. HVAC Service Agreement
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
Mr. Molloy and Dr. Joel have been working with Derek Aldridge, Perry, on the RFP. Below is the timeline:
Discussion:
Mr. Molloy provided updates on the HVAC Service Agreement timeline.
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15.3. JEO Consultation on Immediate Facility Needs
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
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16. Discuss District Request for Proposal for Banking Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared highlights from separate meetings with First State Bank of Nebraska and Nebraska Bank.
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17. Potential Future Bond Issue
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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17.1. Potential Future Bond Issue Timeline
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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18. Board Strategic Plan Goals & Board Areas of Focus
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel, Mr. Molloy, Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Review Strategic Plan Goals and Readopt as Board:
Discussion:
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19. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
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20. Correspondence Items
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
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21. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The next regular scheduled Board Meeting is June 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Board meeting adjourned at 8:27 PM. The following meetings are upcoming:
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