Laura Conrad

Key discussions included the upcoming accreditation call with the state, the commencement of interviews for an open kindergarten position, and the completion of high school teacher observations. Achievements noted were the E-Sports Rocket League team qualifying for state competition and the celebration of the 100th day of school. Principal Vermeulen reported on middle school activities, including a student council sponsored 'Jersey Day' and plans for fundraising for the playground fund through pizza sales and auctions. Other agenda items involved recognizing school board members, exchanging preliminary negotiation proposals between staff and the board, and providing an update on playground equipment. The board also approved calendars for the 2026-2027 school year, certified and classified employment letters of intent for the same year, and approved the Third Year Administrative Rule Waiver Application for the superintendent position for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting concluded with an executive session to evaluate the business manager.

The board meeting included the approval of the agenda and financial reports for multiple funds (General, Capital Outlay, Special Education, Food Service, Enterprise, Custodial, Scholarship). Key discussions included an update on accreditation status, the commencement of interviews for an open kindergarten position, observations for high school teachers, and celebrations such as the 100th day of school. The E-Sports Rocket League team qualified for the state competition. Elementary/Middle School updates covered a middle school student council event, an upcoming NAEP test administration, and plans to raise funds for the playground through a pizza sale and auction. Discussion items involved recognizing School Board members for their leadership, exchanging preliminary annual negotiation proposals, and an update on playground equipment. The board approved the proposed calendars and employment letters of intent for certified, classified, and extracurricular staff for the 2026-2027 school year, with contingencies for reassignments. The Third Year Administrative Rule Waiver Application for the superintendent was also approved. The board held an executive session to discuss personnel items, specifically the evaluation of the business manager.

The key discussion topics for the meeting included the approval of the current agenda and financial reports, including bills. Reports were presented by the Superintendent/HS Principal and the Elementary/MS Principal. Discussion items involved recognizing the Sanborn Central School Board members during South Dakota School Board Recognition Week and the exchange of preliminary negotiation proposals with certified staff ahead of the April meeting. New business involved the proposed calendars for the 2026-2027 school year, letters of intent for certified and classified employment for the 2026-2027 school year, and the approval of the Third Year Administrative Rule Waiver Application for the superintendent position for the 2025/2026 school year. A motion was proposed to enter executive session to discuss personnel items, specifically the evaluation of the business manager.

The board meeting agenda was amended to include a motion to approve prize money for the Quiz Bowl team. Key financial discussions included the approval of Financial reports and balances across General Fund, Capital Outlay Fund, Special Education Fund, Food Service Fund, Enterprise Fund, Custodial Funds, and Scholarship Fund, along with the approval of January 2026 salaries and benefits. The board approved claims for various funds. Superintendent Mr. Flatten reported on the distribution of report cards, greenhouse construction progress, cell phone booster installation, CTE program student placement, and an upcoming FFA community dinner. Principal Mrs. Vermeulen reported on 6th-grade Ag class continuation, the 2nd Quarter Awards Assembly results (with 63% of middle school students achieving Honor Roll), a successful playground fundraiser yielding approximately $2,500, and upcoming NAEP testing and dental screenings. Discussions included updates on playground costs and a request for additional quotes for a digital hoop hoist. Old business was noted as none. The board set the date for the 2026 School Board Election, approved the 2026 School Improvement Plan, approved the distribution of Quiz Bowl prize money, and entered into executive session to discuss personnel items, including the evaluation of the superintendent.

Key discussions during the meeting included the addition of an agenda item concerning the direct payment of quiz bowl winnings to participating students. Superintendent Flatten provided updates on report card distribution, greenhouse construction progress by Fridley Construction, the installation of a cell phone booster, upcoming accreditation uploads, enrollment in the CTE program, a student mural project, bus maintenance, and an upcoming FFA community dinner. Principal Vermeulen reported on a request to extend Ag class for the 6th grade, the 2nd Quarter Awards Assembly results (where 63% of middle school students achieved an A or B honor roll), a playground fundraiser that raised approximately $2,500, details regarding the NAEP testing schedule for 8th-grade students, an upcoming dental screening, and the 8th-grade Career Fair attendance. Other business involved discussions on playground updates and associated costs, and seeking additional quotes for a digital hoop hoist. The board approved the date for the 2026 School Board Election and the 2026 School Improvement Plan. The meeting concluded with an executive session to evaluate the superintendent.