Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Matthew Bestul’s organization
Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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School District Of Manawa Board Of Education Ad Hoc Committee Committee Meeting
The committee convened to discuss the naming of District property, specifically focusing on criteria for evaluating naming requests. Key discussion topics included establishing a standard for long-term naming decisions, reviewing a formal request to name the football field in honor of former coach Bob Lieberman, and considering alternative naming options for the athletic complex. The committee formally endorsed two recommendations to be presented to the Board of Education: naming the outdoor athletic complex 'The Manawa Athletic Complex' and naming the football field 'Lieberman Football Field'. Potential recognition and implementation concepts for the proposed names were also explored.
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School District Of Manawa Curriculum Committee Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the 'Start College Now' applications for students. There was a review of the P.U.P.S. Care Program, covering its growth, staffing challenges, and daily activities, noting its importance to the community and funding structure. Additionally, the Literacy Achievement Report for the 2025-2026 school year was analyzed, focusing on data from assessments such as AimsWebPlus, Forward exams, and the ACT, with highlights on vocabulary gains and ongoing efforts to support student writing and oral fluency.
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
School District Of Manawa Buildings, Grounds, And Finance Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting covered a review of the financial reports, specifically focusing on the cash receipts and vendor invoices, including an inquiry regarding a property insurance payment. Additionally, the committee received updates on maintenance and long-term capital projects, confirming that the new phone system is operational. The meeting also noted that the fall district tours were completed.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
School District Of Manawa Committee Meeting
The committee discussed various financial reports, including cash receipts and vendor invoices, and reviewed Booster club donations and rental costs for the baseball field. An annual review of Fund 21 accounts took place, addressing concerns regarding negative balances. Maintenance and capital project updates were provided, covering the new school sign, phone system installation, football scoreboard operations, irrigation system repairs, and playground completion, along with potential plans for a new baseball field. Additionally, the committee reviewed the transportation annual report, which noted significant fuel surcharges for the previous school year.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
