Ramana Hladilek-McGowan

The meeting commenced with a call to order due to inclement weather, necessitating a virtual session. Key discussions included the approval of financial reports, authorizing specific CESA checks and reconciliation statements. The consent agenda, which was approved, covered the minutes from the December 2025 Board of Control Meeting, updates on employment actions including new hires, resignations, and retirements within the organization, and confirmed there were no out-of-state travel requests or new contracts. Reports and discussion items featured an update from the Facilities Management Department regarding their vision, successes, challenges, and future goals. Additionally, the Agency Administrator presented a quarterly progress report focusing on CESA 10's strategic direction, and attendees shared key takeaways from the 2025 AESA National Conference.

The meeting included the approval of November 2025 financial reports, specifically issuing CESA checks and approving reconciliation statements. The consent agenda covered the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting, employment matters, and approval for out-of-state travel for staff to attend the Skyward iCon Conference in February 2026. Discussion items focused on CESA 10 receiving multiple Wisconsin School Public Relations Association (WSPRA) awards for communication and outreach efforts, including recognition for a Strategic Plan and a referendum website. Key learning points from the AESA Conference were also shared. The primary action item involved the approval of hiring Educational Assistants.

The meeting included financial reports approval, covering CESA checks, ACH checks, reconciliation statements, and the quarterly finance report. The consent agenda was approved, which included the minutes of the previous meeting, employment resignations, and out-of-state travel for conferences. There was an update from the Educational Technology Department. The board discussed the WI Rural Schools Alliance Conference. The second reading of the AI Policy was approved. The location for the December board meeting was announced.

The meeting included financial reports approval, consent agenda approval, and updates on the Agency Administrator's Quarterly Progress Report, focusing on CESA 10's mission, vision, and strategic plan. The Board also discussed School Board Appreciation Week. Action items included considering the approval of the first reading of the AI Policy and the second reading of the Staff Development Policy. The Board discussed upcoming meeting locations and reviewed key takeaways from The Energy Bus book study.

The board discussed and approved the December 15th regular board meeting. A presentation was given regarding a potential Spanish club trip to Belize in June 2023, detailing the itinerary, educational value, and safety measures. The board reviewed the proposal, including travel details, costs, and fundraising options, as well as the company's safety and support systems.