Brian Sampson

The board discussed and took action on personnel matters, including the resignation of an educational assistant. Key decisions included the approval of the Certified Master Contract, an executive session regarding contract negotiations with classified staff representatives, and the issuance of classified staff and coaching contracts.

The Board discussed various financial and administrative matters, including the review of monthly financial statements, claims, and vouchers. Updates were provided on capital outlay, the FY2026 budget, the FY2025 audit report, and the FY2027 preliminary budget. The Board accepted a staff resignation and approved several employment contracts for the upcoming school year, including coaches, a food service director, a counselor, and administrative staff. Additional topics included the approval of the Classified Master Contract, a donation to the FFA chapter, voting on SDHSAA ballot amendments, and reports regarding student activities, department performance, and school facility programs.

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.