Thatcher Goodale

This Annual Report outlines the mission of the Osage Community School District to foster lifelong learning within a caring community. It details ongoing initiatives such as Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and the Teacher Leadership & Compensation (TLC) system, which includes various coaching roles to improve instruction. The document presents specific school improvement goals for the 2017-2018 academic year, focusing on increasing student proficiency in reading, mathematics, and science, and enhancing school culture and climate. The district emphasizes the use of data from assessments like MAP testing and the Iowa Youth Survey to monitor progress and ensure comprehensive educational programs.

The meeting included the approval of the agenda and several action items. Key discussions centered on public comments regarding the relocation of 4th grade and the proposed location for the wrestling room relative to the tennis courts. Administration reports highlighted the district being a top 20 district on the statewide report card, and academic progress monitoring. New business involved the approval of the At-Risk / Dropout Modified Supplemental Amount request, the 2025-2026 Certified Employee Voluntary Early Retirement Plan, the GASB #75 OPEB Service Agreement, the transfer of activity account balance for MS Magazine Sales, and an agreement for Liberty University Student Teacher placement. Finally, the board approved the relocation of 4th grade to the middle school facility, contingent upon detailed reports being presented at a subsequent meeting regarding logistics such as access points, restrooms, and lunch areas.

The work session of the Directors focused on the topic of Facility Planning and Priorities.

The work session of the Directors focused on facility planning and priorities.

The meeting began with the approval of the agenda. Public comment was heard regarding a petition proposal to reconsider moving 4th graders to the OMS building. Board and Superintendent comments included updates on the Osage Education Foundation, legislative advocacy concerning SSA funding, and a review of facility usage and the new literacy program. The consent agenda, unanimously approved, covered financial reports, bills, resignations of two teachers, personnel hires for substitute teachers, a paraeducator, and a Band Director/Math Teacher, an open enrollment request, a fundraiser request, and donations received. Student reports covered athletic events and community engagement activities. Administration reports summarized ongoing policy reviews, legislative monitoring, and curriculum implementation at the elementary and middle schools. The spotlight segment featured a presentation by 2nd graders on Kelso's Choices for conflict resolution. New business actions included the unanimous approval to set up the Simbli site for board policies, setting the public hearing date for the 2026-2027 school calendar, approving the triennial review of Wellness Policy #507.9, approving the first reading of several board policies, and approving the Trane Service Agreement. Two informational items addressed the Post Prom account audit requirement regarding prizes and an invitation for Board Member Appreciation from NIACC.