Monica Daming

The Board meeting included a presentation on special education, the approval of the treasurer's report, and the authorization of claims. The Board approved two leaves and several resignations, retirements, and new appointments. Financial actions included the transfer of funds from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund and the selection of bids for classroom renovations and infrastructure installations, including a walk-in cooler, synthetic turf, and door replacements. The Board also approved swimming and dive camp activities, updated student transfer policies, and various Neola policies. Furthermore, the meeting involved the approval of multiple field trip requests, facilities use requests, and the advertisement of Technology Network Infrastructure Upgrades. The Superintendent provided reports on academic achievements, donations, and the Winter Sports season, concluding with an Executive Session for personnel and board training discussions.

The meeting included a presentation from the DTEC principal regarding the ILearn Checkpoints. Key actions involved the approval of the treasurer's report and claims totaling $305,253.80, with one abstention. The Board accepted several resignations and approved appointments for vacant positions. Significant financial decisions included the approval of base bids for roofing replacements at both the HHMS and the Career and Technical Education building, totaling $1,677,837 and $841,900, respectively. A student club at HHHS was approved, and new meal prices for the 2026/2027 school year were established. The Board conducted first readings for the 2026/2027 Student Transfer Policies and several NEOLA policy updates. Additionally, the Board approved the re-investment of $333,333 in Rainy Day funds. Numerous field trip requests were approved, as were professional leave for two staff members to attend a conference and a facilities use request for lifeguard training. The Superintendent provided updates, including recognition for a teacher receiving a Lilly Foundation grant.

The document serves as a notice for a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of School Trustees. The public meeting is scheduled to commence at 6:00 P.M. CST at the Office of the Superintendent. An executive session concerning Personnel and Board Training, authorized under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1, will precede and immediately follow the public meeting. The notice also emphasizes the Corporation's commitment to equal opportunity as an employer and in its educational programs.

Key discussions and actions included the approval of the treasurer's report and various claim dockets from late January and early February. The Board accepted several resignations across different departments, including a Cafeteria Manager and Cheer Coaches, and approved several appointments, such as a Show Choir Choreographer and Head Coaches for Cross Country and Football. The Board was updated on changes in employment for an After School Supervisor and a Cafeteria Manager. A patron commented on a future idea for the Patriot Baseball Field. Financial actions involved approving a transfer of $83,333.00 from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund. Updates were provided on upcoming HHMS/CTE roof projects and 2026 HHHS Classroom Renovations, followed by approval to seek proposals for the latter. The Board approved the HHHS intramural program, the 2026-2027 Curriculum Update for Heritage Hills HS, the cancellation of outstanding/uncashed checks dating back two years, and information/pricing for the 2026/27 Kindergarten, Preschool Roundup, and Daycare. Numerous Field Trip requests for various dates were approved, as were several professional leave requests and facilities use requests for scout events and student opportunities.

The meeting included a presentation regarding the HHMS homeroom schedule. The first significant action was the reorganization of the Board for 2026, establishing the President, Vice President, and Secretary. The Board unanimously appointed Gerri Ford as Corporation Treasurer and Melissa Perkins as Deputy Treasurer, and subsequently approved bonding amounts for various financial roles. Board meeting frequency was set for the second and fourth Mondays of each month. The Board voted to retain Bruce Cissna as School Attorney. The Board of Finance convened briefly to appoint officers and review financial reports before closing. Key business items in the regular session included the approval of treasurer's reports and claims from December 2025 and January 2026. The Board approved necessary year-end budget transfers, accepted several resignations (including an Instructional Assistant and a Speech/Language Pathology Assistant), and approved new appointments. The Board also approved a transfer of funds from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund, authorized the sale of 'out of service' chromebooks to graduating seniors, and appointed a member to the Lincoln Heritage Public Library Board of Trustees. Meeting dates for March and April 2026 were adjusted, and the purchase of the Apptegy Suite Subscription was approved. Several Field Trip requests and Facilities Use requests were also approved. Finally, the Superintendent provided updates on the HHMS sportsmanship rating, summer athletics moratorium dates, the Spencer County Certified Budget Order, and an upcoming FFA event before the meeting adjourned into Executive Session for personnel and board training discussions.