Lindsey Fields

The board discussed and took action on several items, including the adoption of a policy regarding school board elections, the acceptance of technology, facilities, and health reports, and the modification of organizational credit card authorization. Additionally, the board voted to enter into a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters pursuant to state statute.

The board meeting covered several key administrative and operational items, including the acceptance of the consent agenda, approval of bus ridership counts, and the acceptance of technology and food service reports. Additionally, the board appointed a new Homeless Liaison and approved a district seatbelt policy. Financial actions included authorizing payments to volleyball and basketball coaches. The meeting also included a transition into a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters pursuant to state statute.

The board approved a new tax rate and the district's consent agenda. Actions taken included the adoption of a local compliance plan, the integration of PayPal for the school website, and the approval of a safe return plan for in-person instruction. The board authorized the removal of outdated equipment from school records, established a mask-optional policy for students, and approved school bus routes. Additionally, the board appointed a soccer coach for the upcoming year and moved into a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

The Board of Education meeting included setting a date for a tax rate hearing, approval of a Conflict of Interest Ordinance, and authorization of an ACH agreement with Hawthorn Bank. The Board approved the hiring of speech services, a MUSIC appraisal, and the purchase of a new management system update. Additionally, the Board authorized the procurement of new HVAC replacements, approved the development of a new website and mobile application through Apptegy, and concluded the open session to transition into a closed session regarding personnel and legal matters.

The board approved the purchase of six promethean boards from Haddock Corporation for $23,572.61. The members also resolved to increase the insurance coverage appraisal for the building addition by one million dollars and authorized the purchase of bookshelves for the new library. Furthermore, the board modified the school calendar by adding a specific date as a weather make-up day and concluded the session by transitioning into a closed meeting to discuss personnel and legal matters.