Tara Hinderks

The meeting commenced with the recitation of the vision, mission statements, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions included a legislative update from the Superintendent and reports from the Principals regarding January Difference Makers. The Policy Committee reviewed updated policies, followed by leadership reports. The Board approved several items via the consent agenda, including payment of bills, the hiring of a Head Softball Coach and an English Instructor, and the ratification of several policies (401, 403, 404, 406, 408, 410, 415, 416, 419, 420, 423, 425, 427), as well as a leave request. In new business, the Board approved the 2025-2027 EA Master Agreement, the Career Planning Specialist/DAC Agreement, and the Local Literacy Lead Stipend.

The meeting commenced with the Chairman reading the vision and mission statements, followed by the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Key actions included the approval of the agenda and the approval of the 2026-2029 Superintendent Contract for Peyton Mills. The Board also engaged in a discussion regarding Superintendent mentoring options.

The meeting began as an organizational meeting where the Board unanimously elected officers: Cory Hebrink as Chair, Michelle Erickson as Vice Chair, Alyssa Bakker as Clerk, and Ben Ryan as Treasurer. Committee appointments were made for Finance, Policy/Meet & Confer, Curriculum/Community Ed Advisory, Facilities/Health & Safety, MVCC Representative, MSHSL Representative, Insurance Pool Representative, MRVED Representative, and RCW Foundation. The Board named Squires & Waldspurger, & Mace, P.A. as official legal counsel, designated the Renville County Register as the official newspaper, and named several official depositories. The official meeting day/time/location was set for the second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm, with the fourth Monday reserved for work sessions or meetings as needed. The per diem rate for Board members was retained. During the regular meeting segment, the Superintendent provided a legislative update, and several individuals were recognized as Difference Makers or for academic/athletic achievements. The Finance Committee reached a tentative agreement with the EA following mediation. The Board approved the consent agenda, which included bill payments, noticing several resignations and one hire, authorizing financial transaction authorization, noting several donations, and listing planned fundraisers. Finally, agreements for the Transportation Director, Transportation, and Custodial services for 2025-2027 were approved.

The meeting began with a review of the Renville County West School District's Vision and Mission Statements, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and verification of a quorum. The agenda included information items such as communications, recognition of 'Difference Makers' (Jill Howard & Taylor Mills), and committee/leadership reports. Key business items scheduled for discussion involved the 2025--2027 EA Master Agreement, the Career Planning Specialist/DAC Agreement, and the Local Literacy Lead Stipend. The consent agenda included the approval of bills and several personnel actions, such as the hiring of Pam Winzenburg as Head Softball Coach, and the approval of multiple policies (401, 403, 404, 406, 408, 410, 415, 416, 419, 420, 423, 425, 427) and a leave request for Cindy Campos.

The meeting included a presentation on the CACR report, which replaces the World's Best Workforce program, and a legislative update from the Superintendent. The Board recognized individuals as Difference Makers and acknowledged SMBSC for the use of their crane. The MVCC reported on its recent meeting, noting the Finance Committee reviewed non-union contracts. The Board approved several seniority lists (EA and ESP), decided to continue with Farmers Co-Op Oil due to a lack of fuel bids, and approved multiple employee agreements for 2025-2027 (Principal, Confidential Employee, and IT Technician). The levy for 2025 Payable 2026 was certified. Furthermore, approval was granted for a community survey by School Perception related to strategic planning, and discussions were held regarding the upcoming MSBA conference. The session concluded with a closed session to discuss a personnel issue and the Superintendent's contract.