Black Hawk Area Special Education District

The Governing Board met to conduct various personnel and administrative actions, including the approval of expenditures, personnel recommendations encompassing non-renewals, reductions in force, and new hires. The meeting featured a review of district financials, the removal of specific administrative procedures from the Policy Manual, and the adoption of the 2025-2026 meeting schedule. Additionally, the Director provided updates on program dates, employee recognition, and recent professional development workshops.

The committee convened to conduct an executive session followed by an open session. Key agenda items included the approval of expenditures, personnel recommendations, and the Director's report, which covered staff welcome events, current vacancies, community programs, an upcoming visit to the ISU SEAT Center, and student enrollment data. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved revisions to multiple district policies and received a report from the Finance Department and Treasurer.

The committee convened to address various administrative and operational items. Actions taken included the approval of an insurance-related contract amendment and personnel recommendations. Financial discussions centered on the review of the district's financials and a preliminary budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The Director's report covered updates on leadership activities, collective bargaining agreement inquiries, orientation scheduling, staff vacancies, and administrative coverage plans for school sites. Additionally, the committee discussed committee sub-structure and potential retreat planning, and received a reminder regarding upcoming Title IX training.

The board discussed several personnel matters, including the employment of new staff, resignations, and retirements. The Finance Department presented the district's financial status, reviewed donations received, and provided a breakdown of the FY25 budget for board approval. The Director's report included updates on staff openings, program waitlists, facility improvements, and administrative developments. No Freedom of Information requests were noted.

The committee held an executive session and approved expenditures and personnel recommendations for the upcoming school year, including various hirings for teaching and paraprofessional roles and notice of a retirement. Financial reports covering district activity were reviewed, and the preliminary budget for the next fiscal year was accepted. The Director provided updates on program relocations, staffing, summer programming, building projects, and enrollment statuses. Additionally, the committee formally approved the Silvis Satellite Program.