Patrick Recoy

The board reviewed the 2021-22 class schedule, accreditation requirements, and discussed the potential implementation of a preschool, which was ultimately declined. Updates were provided on the Sandhills-Thedford Coop, COVID-19 health protocols for upcoming events, building projects, and legislative impacts on school funding. Additionally, the board addressed NDE health standards, field audio upgrades, staff recruitment, calendar adjustments for the upcoming school year, and strategies for utilizing stimulus funds. The meeting also included an executive session for a superintendent evaluation and the approval of various contracts.

The board discussed the impact of COVID-19 on the school's year-end plans, including remote education requirements, and received updates regarding a girls' basketball coaching assignment and the 2020-21 extra-duty schedule. Personnel matters included a staffing update, while legislative updates were provided regarding priority bills. The board reviewed updates on a bus grant, policies on citizenship and multicultural education, technology acquisitions for remote learning, and budget projections including state aid and budget authority. Action was taken to approve the hiring of a para-educator and to authorize the Principal to sign various legal and financial forms.

The board engaged in contract negotiations for the upcoming school year. Administrative reports covered updates on building and ground projects, vehicle repairs, upcoming state education conference attendance, and school safety audits. The board discussed school purchasing through a cooperative service and professional development support for staff. New business included a request regarding the timing of the graduation ceremony, formal recognition of the bargaining agent for non-supervisory staff, and approval of facility improvements including parking lot asphalt patching and the installation of a door opener in the Ag shop.

The Board discussed various operational matters, including the recognition of a student service project, upcoming educational conference plans, and the need for kitchen equipment upgrades and replacements. The meeting also addressed teaching positions for the upcoming school year, the superintendent's evaluation, and actions related to surplus kitchen items. Additionally, the Board approved a bid for a new exhaust hood fan and authorized a financing payment from the Special Building Fund.

The board discussed the purchase of equipment for jumping programs through the Sandhills Thedford Co-op, updates on conference membership, a staff resignation, and construction progress at the school. Additionally, the board reviewed a state budget proposal, school funding plans, revisions to the student/parent handbook, and the school wellness policy.