Arlington School District 38-1

The board convened for a special session to conduct contract negotiations with certified staff representatives in an executive session.

The Board discussed a variety of operational and administrative matters. Key topics included the presentation of an upcoming summer agility camp, a building and grounds report concerning food service inspection results and capital outlay projects, and a decision regarding repairs for a school bus. Additionally, the Board reviewed administrative reports regarding the lack of an upcoming school board election, an audit update, and the intention to continue with a child nutrition membership agreement. Further actions included approving various personnel changes, including resignations and coaching contracts, as well as approving certified contracts for the upcoming school year. The Board also discussed reports on standardized testing, reviewed a memorandum of understanding with the local City Council, and passed a resolution to join the South Dakota High School Activities Association. Financial matters were addressed, including the review of monthly financial statements, claims, and an executive session regarding contract negotiations.

The Board meeting included the approval of the agenda with one addition, and the consent agenda which recognized student achievements in state wrestling tournaments. Financial reports for February, including claims and vouchers across multiple funds (General Fund, Capital Outlay, Special Education Fund, Food Service), were presented and approved. The Board accepted the resignation of the concession stand coordinator, approved several personnel actions including contracts and hires for special education teachers and a Science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, and approved volunteer softball coaches. Updates were provided on capital outlay projects, the Boys & Girls Club, spring testing, and the AASA national conference. Finally, the Board adopted the 2026-2027 school calendar after discussions regarding make-up days and projections, and entered into and subsequently exited an executive session before adjourning.

The Board agenda was approved, followed by the Superintendent sharing an Executive Proclamation and presenting certificates to board members. The consent agenda was approved, which recognized several students selected for various 2026 South Dakota All-State Jazz Band and Band/Honor Band events, as well as SDSU Honor Band participation. The Board reviewed and accepted the January financial report and February claims and vouchers across multiple funds. Other discussions included updates on delinquent meal accounts, lead testing in schools, the timeline for filing board position petitions, preliminary budget revenue numbers, and a report on the Northeast Educational Services Cooperative meeting. The Principal provided updates on science instruction scheduling, a potential partnership with the Boys & Girls Club, and a Title Fun Night event. The Superintendent also updated the Board on the legislative session and potential schedule adjustments. A board member agreed to sit on the Board of Equalization. The Board entered into an executive session for contract negotiations before adjourning the meeting.

The School Board meeting included an executive session for consulting with legal counsel. Key actions involved approving the monthly financial report for December 2025 and recognizing a student for the Kendrick Castillo Memorial Outstanding Student Award. Discussions included a building and grounds update regarding a generator quote, the need to hire a driver's education teacher, and the upcoming circulation date for election petitions. The board accepted the resignations of the special education director/teacher and the food service director, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Contracts were approved for a new custodian and a behavior technician. The Superintendent reported on the Northeast Educational Services Cooperative Board of Directors meeting and discussed the upcoming legislative session and the 2026-2027 calendar.