Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – August 30,
2023

A Special Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly
on August 30, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by President Dave Luett. Other Board members
present were Ashley Kohler, Lori Ginapp, Joe Rowe, and Jean Schilling. Also present were Superintendent Lehmann,
Brooke Brunsvold, Rob Hoffman, and Ken Estes.

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Schilling to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

For Public Comments Jean Schilling expressed gratitude at being able to meet again to give more time to the handbooks
after the delay caused this year by the legislative changes that needed to be made, and to acknowledge again Gwen
Mellmann’s announcement to retire as Business Manager and Board Secretary.

In Old Business, Support Staff, Teacher, Technology, Elementary, Middle School, and High School handbooks were
revisited. Revisions were made after discussion and agreement. After discussion concerning the High School Handbook,
motion was made by Kohler to add Valedictorian as one of the graduation speakers with Salutatorian as the second option
if Valedictorian does not want to speak. Motion died without a second motion.
Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Schilling to add “class rank” as one of the factors in determining the
graduation speaker(s). Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Kohler to approve the handbooks with the revisions suggested. Motion carried
unanimously.

In New Business, the SAVE Revenue Purpose Statement was presented which would allow purchases for technology,
equipment and vehicles, building and grounds improvement and maintenance. Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by
Kohler to approve the SAVE (State Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund) Revenue Purpose Statement as
presented, to authorize an election on this SAVE Revenue Purpose Statement, and to order the Publication of Notice of
Election for such. Roll call vote: Kohler – aye, Ginapp – aye, Rowe – aye, Schilling – aye, Luett – aye. Motion carried
unanimously. A full copy of the resolution can be viewed in the Central Springs CSD business office.

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:29 p.m.
Our next board meeting will be held September 18th in the Middle School library in Nora Springs.

Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________
Dave Luett, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – January 30, 2024

The special meeting of the Central Springs School Board was held in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs on January 30, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 pm by President Jean Schilling. Other members present were Joe Rowe, Josh Berman, Ashley Kohler, and Sean Arthur attended via Zoom. Other people present were Jackie Dalluge, Danielle Haindfield, Darwin Lehmann, Ken Estes, and Renee Redmond. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler for the Board to go into closed session at 5:01 p.m. to review or discuss records that are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) and to conduct a hearing on the discipline of a student pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(e). Motion carried unanimously. The Board came out of the closed session at 7:15 p.m. and reconvened Open Session at 7:16 p.m. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe that the disciplinary finding made by the District Administration against the student who was the subject of the closed session is affirmed. However, pursuant to Policy 503.4R1, the Board is exercising its discretion based on the facts and circumstances presented in the closed session to impose no further disciplinary consequences beyond those already served by the student. Roll call vote: Kohler – aye, Berman – aye, Rowe – aye, Arthur – aye, Schilling – aye. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler to adjourn the meeting at 7:18 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted, _________________________________ ______________________________ Jean Schilling, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES - April 24, 2024

A Special Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the
Superintendent’s Office in Manly on April 24, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 12:00
p.m.by President Jean Schilling. Present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, and Board
Secretary Jackie Dalluge. Board members Ashley Kohler, Sean Arthur, and Josh Berman joined
remotely, Joe Rowe was absent. Motion was made by Ashley Kohler, seconded by Sean Arthur
to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

There were no public comments.

In New Business, we received a quote from Johnson Heating & Air Conditioning in Albert Lea
for the HVAC at Nora Springs for the kitchen and commons area in the amount of $70,000 with
an alternate bid to include the band/choir room for $17,000. The total cost being for the project
$87,000, a motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman to approve the quote in the
amount of $87,000 for the Nora Springs HVAC system. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the quote from Johnson Heating &
Air Conditioning in Albert Lea for the Kitchen Hood at the Nora Springs Campus for the amount
of $200,000. The $200,000 exceeds the public bid threshold but in discussion with our attorney
at Ahlers & Cooney we are alright to accept the quote as presented. Roll call vote Berman -nay,
Arthur - aye, Kohler - aye, Schilling - aye, Rowe - absent. Motion carried.

President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 12:08 p.m.

Our next board meeting will be held May 20, 2024 in the Nora Springs Library beginning at 6:00
p.m.

_________________________________ ______________________________
Jean Schilling, Board President Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES - June 6, 2024

The Special Board Meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the
High School Library in Manly on June 6, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by
President Jean Schilling. Other Board Members present were Ashley Kohler, Josh Berman, and
Joe Rowe. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann and Board Secretary Jackie
Dalluge. Sean Arthur joined the meeting at 5:32 p.m.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.

Iowa Associations of School Board representative, Tammi Drawbaugh, presented to the board
and facilitated discussions to the board on governance structure.

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to adjourn the Special Board Meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.

President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m.

Our next Board Meeting will be held on June 17, 2024 in the Manly High School Library
beginning at 6:00 p.m.

_________________________________ ______________________________
Jean Schilling, Board President Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – July 11, 2023  

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle School Library in  Nora Springs on July 11, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Dave Luett. Other Board  members present were Jean Schilling, Lori Ginapp, Ashley Kohler, and Joe Rowe. Also present were Superintendent  Lehmann, Sara Meinders, and Nancy Lund attended electronically.  

Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented with the addition of 7-k. Motion  carried unanimously.  

There were no public comments.  

For administrative reports, Superintendent Lehmann introduced Sara Meinders who will be our shared SBO. She has  already started working with Secretary Mellmann and HR Director Brooke Johnson, and will help streamline state reports  as well as other operations in the business office. The IASB convention will be held Nov 15-17, the Employee Clothing  Store is open online, there have been 2,485 meals served in June through the SFSP, summer cleaning is continuing with  the crew now working in Manly, roof work is done on the Nora Springs library section, track resurfacing is completed, NS  boiler work is done, HS restroom and the HS asphalt parking lot work will begin this week, and the fence between the  golf course and our grounds has been installed.  

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler to approve the board minutes for the June 19th regular board meeting, to approve the resignation of Becky Miller as HS Girls Track Coach pending a suitable  replacement being found, and to thank the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa for their $1000 donation to the  nutrition program. Motion carried unanimously.  

There was no Old Business.  

In New Business, there was discussion concerning graduation requirements, and the wording in policy 605.1R1. Motion  was made by Ginapp, seconded by Rowe to approve the IASB quarterly update to Board policies 104, 104.R1, 402.2,  402.5 (new), 408.1, 503.7 (new), 503.7E1 (new), 503.7E2 (new), 505.4, 601.1, 603.5, 605.1R1 changing the word  “positive” to “objective”, 605.2, 605.3, 605.3R1, 605.3E5 (new), 605.5, and to approve the graduation requirements.  Motion carried unanimously.  

  

The 2023-24 Legislative priorities were reviewed. An RSAI survey was shared. After discussion motion was made by  Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve the following as our top priorities:  

1. Supplemental State Aid  

2. Mental Health  

3. Drop Out Prevention  

4. School Choice/Oversight Public Education  

 Motion carried unanimously.  

A resolution ordering election for a Voted Physical Plan and Equipment Property Tax and Income Surtax was reviewed.  After discussion motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve the resolution for the voted PPEL which  will be put on the September 12th ballot. Ayes – Luett, Ginapp, Kohler, Rowe, and Schilling. Motion carried  unanimously. A copy of the resolution may be viewed in the Central Springs business office in Manly.  

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Ginapp to approve the Nora Springs Rockford Register and the Manly Junction  Signal as our official publication newspapers. Motion carried unanimously.  

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Ginapp to appoint our Level 1 and Alternate Level 1 investigators as Brooke  Brunsvold, Rob Hoffman, and Ken Estes, and our Level 2 investigators as Aaron Pals and the individuals on the AEA list  as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to appoint Ahlers & Cooney as our legal counsel. Motion carried  unanimously.  

After discussion, motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Ginapp to approve the sharing agreement of Communication  Director with Forest City CSD as presented with the correction of wording under 1. Term, Article 4. Motion carried  unanimously.  

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve 1st Security Bank and Trust with a limit of $6,000,000 as our  depository bank. Motion carried unanimously.  

Financial statements were presented. The sale of vehicles from last month has been finalized and titles transferred, school  supplies for this fall were ordered by secretaries this past week, yearend expenditures have been updated but will continue  to pay accrued expenses until August 30th. Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Kohler to approve the financial  statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.  

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $407,649.21, Management - $138,548.60, SAVE - $75,807.02,  PPEL - $1,403.13, Activity - $6,526.60and Nutrition - $7,361.08. Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Rowe to  approve the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously.  

Suggestions for the August 21st board meeting to be held in Manly include handbooks, school conference, and PPEL.    

The Board went into a closed session at 6:51 pm to evaluate the superintendent pursuant to Iowa code 21.5(1)(i). The  Board came out of closed session at 8:02 pm.  

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

_________________________________ ______________________________  

Dave Luett, Board President Jean Schilling, Vice-President 

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – August 21, 2023

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in

Manly on August 21, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Dave Luett. Other Board members

present were Joe Rowe, Ashley Kohler, and Jean Schilling. Lori Ginapp was absent. Also present were Superintendent

Lehmann, Brooke Brunsvold, Ken Estes, Bill Shafer, and Chris Arians. Nancy Lund attended electronically. Lori Ginapp

arrived at 5:32 pm.

 

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented with the addition of the FFA

Fundraising request under Consent Agenda, and a report from the Social Studies Dept under New Business, item 7.g.

Motion carried unanimously.

 

There were no Public Comments.

 

In Administrative Reports, Principal Estes shared about the professional development day last Thursday that was led by

Formative Assessment speaker Dylan William for the teachers and paras, and staff are now busy getting ready for the

students to start, Principal Brunsvold sat in on some of the new staff training and was very pleased at the reception and

help they are receiving as new staff, class sizes are holding steady although the closing of the Little Rascals’ daycare has

had some effects, overall elementary is off to a good start. Superintendent Lehmann suggested jumping to agenda item

7.g. to allow the teachers to give their presentation.

 

Bill Shafer and Chris Arians shared a presentation of the PD trip they took this summer with Josh Bass to the CATO

Sphere Summit held in Washington D.C. where they spent time learning about and receiving resources for teaching Civic

Culture. All three felt it was time well spent and a worthwhile conference to attend.

 

Superintendent Lehmann’s administrative report included a summary of this past week with new teachers, inservice and

parent-teacher conferences to start the year, many facilities projects have been completed but still working on a few things

with the HVAC system in the high school, will need to look at air conditioning for the Manly elementary, and he is

continuing to work on the Safety Grant which will include window coverings and other building improvements.

 

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to approve the board minutes for the July 11th

regular board meeting, to approve employee contracts for Jessica Smith, MS Special Education Teacher, Gibson Metellus,

MS Wrestling Coach, Emily Ford, HS Para Educator, Kaylee Leach, Elem Para Educator, Elizabeth Larson, Elem Para

Educator, to approve the resignation of Gwen Mellmann as business manager/board secretary, and to approve the

fundraising request of the FFA for fruit sales. Motion carried unanimously.

 

For Old Business, concerns were voiced about some PO boxes not receiving the Voted PPEL flyers that were mailed, the

administration is watching the hot weather forecast for school and activities.

In New Business, motion was made by Schilling to approve all board policies as presented but to table the 503’s until

further clarification can be done. The motion died due to lack of a second. After discussion motion was made by Kohler,

seconded by Rowe to approve the standard policy review of Board Policies 411.1, 411.2, 411.3, 411.4, 411.5, 411.6,

411.7, 411.8, the IASB quarterly update 2nd reading of Board Policies 402.5 (new), 503.7 (new), 503.7E1 (new), 503.7E2

(new), and 605.3E5 (new). Roll call vote: Ginapp-aye, Rowe-aye, Kohler-aye, Schilling-aye except for the 503’s, Luettaye.

Motion passed.

 

Handbooks were reviewed for Support Staff, Teachers, Elementary, Middle School, and High School Students, and

Technology. Motion was made by Kohler to table approval of the handbooks until further review. Motion was seconded

by Ginapp. Roll call vote: Ginapp-aye, Rowe-aye, Kohler-aye, Schilling-aye, Luett-nay. Motion passed.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve an agreement with the North Iowa Therapeutic Instructional

Consortium (Four Oaks Family and Children’s Services) for instructional services. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling to approve the shared media specialist agreement with Riceville CSD

and St. Ansgar CSD. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Financial statements were presented. Yearend adjustments to the Student Activity Fund accounts were shared with the

Board. FY23 will be closed at the end of August for transactions. Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to

accept the financial reports as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $376,449.58, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE - $232,293.02,

Activity - $1,085.00, Nutrition - $3,666.48. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Schilling to approve the bills as

presented. Motion carried unanimously.

 

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

 

Our next board meeting will be held September 18th in the Middle School library in Nora Springs.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________

Dave Luett, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – September 18, 2023  

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle School Library in  Nora Springs on September 18, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by President Dave Luett. Other  Board members present were Jean Schilling, Lori Ginapp, and Ashley Kohler. Joe Rowe arrived at 5:33 pm. Also  present were Superintendent Lehmann, Brooke Brunsvold, Ken Estes, Rob Hoffman, and Nancy Lund. Lisa Arians  attended electronically.  

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.  

For Public Comments Lori Jost stopped in prior to the meeting to thank the Board for the new middle school bleachers –  they are a great addition to the gym and are appreciated by everyone.  

In Administrative Reports, Principal Hoffman commented that the year is off and running, the bleachers are done and are  now handicap accessible and easier to manipulate, fall middle school sports show 61% participation – the highest rate to  date, Principal Brunsvold reported that the elementary is off to a good start, preschool is now in session, she was able to  attend the Ag-Fair in Northwood with the students and reported what an awesome event, and the elementary is currently  

finishing up FAST testing, Principal Estes shared that the staff will be working with the ISASP data they’ve received, our  professional development plans this year are focused on increasing student achievement for K-12 students, Homecoming  is scheduled for this next week, we will also be hosting a home cross country meet next week, and plans are being made to  hold a Suicide Awareness Day on Oct. 3rd, Superintendent Lehmann reported that we will also be hosting a state  qualifying cross country meet on Oct 19th so will have a 2:05 dismissal to prepare, he shared a letter from Superintendent  Joe Erickson who attended the August 17th PD day here with Dylan William speaking on Formative Assessment, he  mentioned the ISASP Student Achievement Scores are in and look good, initial enrollment numbers are being gathered,  the September E-newsletter was opened by 74% of the people it was sent to which is a strong number, he shared numbers  of the Summer Food Program in Nora Springs and thanked the Adams Family Foundation for funding this program for us,  the administration is organizing PD for the paras for our Wednesday early dismissal, and the Revenue Purpose Statement  Election was mentioned.  

An addition to the Consent Agenda is a fall fundraising request by Cole Younger. Motion was made by Schilling,  seconded by Rowe to approve the board minutes for the August 21st regular board meeting and the August 30th special  board meeting, to approve employee contracts for Kipp Beyer as middle school cross country coach, Trenton Wirtjes as  middle school boys basketball coach, to approve a zero-period contract addition for Belinda Nelson as high school special  education teacher, to approve a contract adjustment for Kipp Beyer moving from BA to BA+15, to approve resignations  from Holly Main as middle school cross country coach, Rob Hoffman as middle school boys basketball coach, and Kris  Brass as Daycare Para in Nora Springs, and to approve the fundraising request of Cole Younger. Motion carried  unanimously. 

For Old Business, Superintendent Lehmann shared information about the Voted PPEL election, missing the vote by 9.  After discussion it was decided to table for a couple of months any further action towards another election.  

In New Business motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Ginapp to approve the standard policy review of Board  Policies 412.1, 412.2, 412.3, 412.4. Motion carried unanimously.  

  

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to increase our substitute pay rates for cook to $11.00, adult custodian  to $12.00, and summer mowing to $10.00 for mowing only. Roll call vote: Schilling – abstain, Rowe – aye, Ginapp –  aye, Kohler – aye, Luett – aye. Motion carried.  

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling to approve the District to request spending authority from the SBRC  for our FY23 Special Education Deficit in the amount of $577,440.00. Motion carried unanimously.  

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Ginapp to approve the District to post a Public Hearing Notice in October  concerning our Flex Account transactions. Motion carried unanimously.  

Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Rowe to approve the job description for the District Office Administrative  Assistant/Board Secretary. Motion carried unanimously.  

Financial statements were presented. FY23 state reports are finished and certified, audit is scheduled for September 21  and 22 and would like a board member to be available for the exit interview on Friday. Jean Schilling or Ashley Kohler  will attend. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Schilling to accept the financial reports as presented. Motion  carried unanimously.  

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $182,489.23, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE - $261,535.58,  Activity - $25,900.46, Nutrition - $18,941.45. After discussion motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to  approve the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously.  

Suggestions for the October 16, 2023 Board Meeting include the public hearing for the flex spending account, an update  on the stop signs for Nora Springs.  

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:22 p.m.  

Our next board meeting will be held October 16th in the High School library in Manly.  

Respectfully Submitted, 

_________________________________ ______________________________  Dave Luett, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary 

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – October 16, 2023

The Public Hearing for the Flexibility Account Notice was opened at 5:30 p.m. by President Luett. Being

there were no public comments the hearing was closed at 5:31 p.m.

 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School

Library in Manly on October 16, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by President Dave

Luett. Other Board members present were Lori Ginapp, Joe Rowe, Ashley Kohler and Jean Schilling. Also

present were Superintendent Lehmann, Ken Estes, Rob Hoffman, Joe Ryan, and Nancy Lund. Bill Shafer

and Josh Berman attended electronically.

 

Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

For Public Comments Ashley Kohler informed everyone that there will be a Meet and Greet for the

Board candidates to be held at the Nora Springs library on October 29th from 5 to 6 p.m.

 

In Administrative Reports, Principal Hoffman shared and explained the ISASP results with the Board, he

commented that the intermediate and middle school have implemented some changes that have helped

the year get off to a good start, Principal Estes talked about the Suicide Awareness day that was

facilitated by AEA staff, we had a few athletes finish well at the TIC cross country meet held at NIACC last

week, and we will be hosting a state qualifying cross country meet here this Thursday, Superintendent

Lehmann shared that the Revenue Purpose Statement information is posted on our website, reiterating

that this vote will be approving verbiage only for approved expenditures using our LOSST/SAVE monies

we receive, there is no additional tax incurred, our certified enrollment ended with a 22.55 decrease in

student population, the IASB Convention will be held before our next meeting – please let him know if

you plan to attend, 2 new flashing stop signs have been ordered for the Nora Springs campus and will be

purchased through a grant request of the Adams Family Foundation, in legislative updates he expressed

concern for funding with the tax cuts that have been passed, AEA’s will also see funding cuts that will

impact our local schools and the services we receive from them, we are looking at implementing K-12

Docs and an HR module that will work with our current business software that we use.

 

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Schilling to approve the board

minutes from the September 18th regular board meeting, to approve employee contracts for Jake

Kaune as Assistant Football coach, Adam Wymore as Head Baseball Coach, Cecelia Hemsworth as Head

Girls Track coach, Josh Bass as Assistant Boys Track coach, to approve the adjustment to Becky Miller’s

FY23 track contract, to approve the resignations of Jeannie Newell as NS Daycare Para, Josh Bass as MS

Track Coach, to approve the 2 early graduation requests pending completion of Board graduation

requirements, and to recognize the $200 donation from the Rock Sirius Lodge for the NS 1st grade

classroom. Motion carried unanimously.

 

There was no Old Business.

 

In New Business motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling to approve the standard policy

review of Board Policies 413.1, 413.1R1CS, 413.2, 413.3, 413.4, 413.5, and 414. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Rowe to approve the additional language for mileage and

reimbursements to be added to the support staff and teacher handbooks. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve the Flexibility Account Board Resolution to

move $140,000 from the Teacher Leadership State Aid to the General Fund to be used for employee

benefits and salaries. Motion carried unanimously.

 

The FY23 CAR reports were shared with the Board along with an overview. Motion was made by Rowe,

seconded by Ginapp to approve the CAR reports as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Principal Estes shared a comparison for Pepsi and Coca-Cola contracts. After discussion motion was

made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp to approve a contract with Coca Cola. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

The annual Transportation Report was shared and discussed.

 

Financial statements were presented. Admin and district office are finishing up the second wave of

state reports for Fall BEDS, Certified Enrollment, and Title grant monies, after finishing up CAR, Special

Ed, and Annual Transportation Reports. Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to accept the

financial reports as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $177,316.69, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE -

$102,207.97, PPEL - $9,015.01, Activity - $15,558.57, Nutrition - $31,869.06. Motion was made by

Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the bills as presented. Roll Call Vote: Kohler – aye, Rowe – aye,

Schilling – abstain, Luett – aye. Motion carried.

 

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:41 p.m.

 

Our next board meeting will be held November 20th in the Middle School library in Nora Springs.

Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________

Dave Luett, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – November 20,
2023

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle
School Library in Nora Springs on November 20, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by
President Dave Luett. Other Board members present were Lori Ginapp, Joe Rowe, Jean Schilling and
Ashley Kohler. Also present were Superintendent Lehmann, Rob Hoffman, Brooke Brunsvold, Josh
Berman, Bill Shafer, Sean Arthur, Lori Jost, and AEA members Nicole Lovik, Steph Storby, and Amber
Dietz. Lisa Arians and Chris Arians attended electronically.

Motion was made by Ginapp, seconded by Rowe to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.

There were no Public Comments.

In Administrative Reports, Amber Dietz from our local AEA District spoke to the Board on the different
services they provide to our district staff and students, and some additional services that are available
such as working with pre-school age children providing early access learning, and work experience
opportunities. Superintendent Lehmann echoed the benefits we receive from our AEA and encouraged
everyone to reach out to legislators asking for continued support to the state’s AEA funding. Principal
Brunsvold reported on the professional development her staff is doing on Wednesday afternoons
including Formative Assessments, the elementaries had very successful Food Can Drives at both
campuses, Panther Pride Turkey Bowling was enjoyed this past week, Principal Hoffman reported that
79% of the 6-8 grade parents attended PT conferences and 91% of the 4-5 grade parents came, the
Senior Citizen Dinner was attended by over 90 senior citizens, Veterans Day assemblies were held at
both campuses, and the district received a Commendable rating from the ISASP scores, Superintendent
Lehmann asked the Board members who attended the IASB conference to share their take-away, and
reminded the Board that the December meeting will be our organizational meeting, SIAC meeting is
scheduled for Nov 28th, Dec 5th calendar meeting, he will be attending a legislator meeting at NIACC in
the morning with another meeting with Representative Bloomingdale and Senator Brown in Northwood
in the afternoon, and gave an update on facilities projects and funding.

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the minutes from
the October 16, 2023 board meeting, to approve contracts for Kristy Bohner, NS Daycare ParaEducator,
Jacqueline Dalluge, Administrative Assistant/Board Secretary, to approve Josh Ginapp, Zack Ryg, and
Preston Prazak as volunteer wrestling coaches for the 2023-24 season, to approve the resignation of Lisa
Bramer as shared social worker, to approve the fundraising request of Music Boosters to sell T-shirts and
the Manly PTO to have a vendor show, and to acknowledge donations from WCDA of gift cards for the
preschool and preschool tuition monies, the NSRF Ed Foundation for the purchase of teacher requests,
and the Adams Family Foundation for preschool tuition monies. Motion carried unanimously.
There was no Old Business.

In New Business motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the standard policy review
of Board Policies 501.1, 501.2, 501.3, 501.4, 501.5, 501.6, 501.7, 501.8, 501.9, and 501.9E1. Motion
carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to approve policies 802.4 and 904.1. Motion carried
unanimously.

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Kohler to approve the 1st reading of new policy 503.8, 503.1,
503.1R1, 503.2. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Ginapp to approve IASB primer updates for 401.1, and
701.5R1. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling to approve the District Career and Academic Plan as
presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Superintendent Lehmann gave a certified enrollment update, informing the Board that we are down
22.5 students, and shared a report which shows the number of students using the 1st year vouchers.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve a Middle School Wrestling Sharing
Agreement with Rockford CSD. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial statements were presented. Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to accept the
financial reports as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $92,223.69, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE -
$32,091.15, Activity - $22,515.05, Nutrition - $36,726.63. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by

Rowe to approve the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:48 p.m.

Our next board meeting will be held December 18, 2023 in the High School library in Manly.
Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________
Dave Luett, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – December 18,

2023

 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School

Library in Manly on December 18, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by President Dave

Luett. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Lori Ginapp, Joe Rowe, and Jean Schilling.

Also present were Superintendent Lehmann, Ken Estes, Sara Meinders, Jackie Dalluge, Josh Berman, and

Sean Arthur.

 

Motion was made by Ginapp seconded by Kohler to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Ginapp for the Board to move into a closed session per Iowa

Code, Chapter 21.5(1)(a) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or

federal law to be kept confidential. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Rowe to return to Open Session at 6:07 pm. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

Kevin and Sabrina Howes joined the meeting.

 

For Public Comments, Sabrina Howes shared concerns of safety in the school, also shared concerns of

leniency in some of the policies and asked for consistency in implementation of Policies. President Luett

thanked her for her comments.

 

In Administrative Reports Principal Estes shared ISASP data for the high school, scores are good and

Central Springs is doing well in comparison to other area schools, graduation rates have dropped since

covid but are improving, and he was able to secure Perkins funds to replace some appliances for the FCS

program, shifting some of the better appliances to the Middle School FCS room, Superintendent

Lehmann reported that we will receive monies from WCDA to help replace bus cameras, he attended a

meeting at NIACC to meet with legislators to discuss legislative priorities, was in attendance at the North

Iowa Innovation meeting where there was discussion on how to deal with the labor shortages, and

shared upcoming election dates.

 

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler to approve the minutes from

the November 20, 2023 board meeting, to approve a contract for Elizabeth Lambert as a special ed para

in Nora Springs, and to acknowledge donations from WCDA in the amount of $48,484.90 for bus camera

systems, and $750 from the Manly American Legion for student winter clothing. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

In Old Business, motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Ginapp to approve the 2nd reading of Board

Policy 503.8 Student Threats, and the revised Board Policies 503.1 Student Conduct, 503.1R1 Student

Suspension, and 503.2 Expulsion. Motion carried unanimously.

 

In New Business motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling to approve the Board Policy 503.4R1

Good Conduct Regulation. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Kohler to approve the 2023-24 Handbook Changes that

were made due to the Good Conduct Policy change. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler seconded by Schilling to accept the Canvas of Election results for Sean

Arthur, Josh Berman, and Joe Rowe. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Outgoing President Dave Luett and Lori Ginapp were recognized and thanked for their years of service

to the school board.

 

Financial statements were presented. Secretary Mellmann introduced Jackie Dalluge and Sara Meinders

to the Board, and shared year to date expenditures. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Schilling

to approve the statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $271,518.40, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE -

$55,832.70, Activity - $10,183.20, Nutrition - $36,384.97. Motion was made by Schilling, seconded by

Ginapp to approve the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

 

President Luett adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.

 

The Organizational Meeting of the New Board of Directors was called to order by Secretary Gwen

Mellmann at 6:51 p.m. Board members in attendance were Ashley Kohler, Jean Schilling, and Joe Rowe.

Also Sean Arthur and Josh Berman.

 

The Oath of Office was given to Josh Berman and Sean Arthur as newly elected Board members, and Joe

Rowe as returning Board member.

 

Nominations for Board President were requested. Jean Schilling nominated herself, Ashley Kohler

nominated herself, Joe Rowe deferred. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote: Schilling – Schilling, Arthur –

Schilling, Rowe – Schilling, Kohler – Kohler, Berman – Kohler. Jean Schilling was elected Board President

and was given the Oath of Office.

 

Secretary Mellmann turned the meeting over to President-elect Schilling.

 

Nominations for Vice-President were requested. Rowe nominated Kohler, Kohler nominated Rowe. Roll

call vote: Schilling – Kohler, Arthur – Kohler, Rowe – Kohler, Kohler – Rowe, Berman – Kohler. Ashley

Kohler was elected Board Vice-President.

 

In New Business, motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to appoint Gwen Mellmann as Board

Secretary though February 2024 and appoint Jackie Dalluge as Board Secretary starting March 2024.

Motion carried unanimously.

 

Discussion was held to set the date, time and location of regular board meetings. Motion was made by

Rowe, seconded by Arthur to set the meetings for the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:00 pm, rotating

between the Manly and Nora Springs campuses. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Kohler to approve the standard policy review for 501.10,

501.10R, 501.11, 501.12, 501.13, 501.14, 501.15, 501.16, and to table Board Policy 705.4 until the

January meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to authorize a request to the SBRC in the amount of

$209,034 for open enrolled out students who were not included in the previous year’s certified

enrollment count. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to authorize a request to the SBRC for FY25 At-

Risk/DOP in the amount of $149,417. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to set a Public Hearing date to review the 2024-25

school year calendar for January 15, 2024 in Nora Springs starting at 6:00 p.m. Motion carried

unanimously.

 

There was discussion concerning establishing board committees for Calendar, SIAC, Negotiations, IASB

Delegate Assembly, and County Conference Board. Additional committee suggestions were

Facilities/Transportation, and Communications. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to

form these 7 committees. Motion carried unanimously.

 

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to appoint Schilling and Berman to the Negotiation

Committee. Motion carried unanimously.

 

For County Board Committee, Rowe agreed to attend for Worth County, Kohler will attend for Floyd

County, and we currently have no board members residing in Mitchell or Cerro Gordo Counties.

 

Topic suggestions for the January Board meeting include the calendar hearing, facilities assessment

report, and the PPEL vote.

 

Meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m.

 

The Board went into an exempt session under Iowa Code 20.17(3) to discuss negotiations.

 

Our next board meeting will be held January 15, 2024 in the Middle School library in Nora Springs

beginning at 6:00 p.m.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________

Jean Schilling, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – January 15, 2024  

The public hearing for the 2024-2025 school calendar was opened at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean  Schilling. The proposed calendar has a start date of August 23, 2024 and an ending date of May 23,  2025. There being no public comments the hearing was closed at 6:01 p.m.  

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle  School Library in Nora Springs on January 15, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by  President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Joe Rowe, Josh Berman, Ashley Kohler,  and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Lehmann, Rob Hoffman, Brooke Brunsvold, and Bill  Shafer.  

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried  unanimously.  

There were no Public Comments.  

In Administrative Reports, President Schilling shared that she has heard general public statements  concerning safety, security, and mental health, and wants to thank our admin and their resources as  they handle situations that arise, and is reminded of the saying ‘if you see something harmful, do  something helpful’, Principal Hoffman reported that the middle school is working on building climate  using Character Strong, focusing on emotions, just completed an exercise Thanks for Being a Buddy  which collected almost 1300 positive interaction notes, and then gave an informative overview of the  safety plans, their development and training that is in place at Central Springs, Principal Brunsvold  informed the Board that preschool registration will be opening soon in the next 2 to 3 weeks, teachers are attempting to do mid-year testing between snow days, and elementary is planning a Bingo for Books  activity for students and parents, Superintendent Lehmann voiced appreciation for the admin’s help this  past weekend as well as the resources who were involved including the AEA and local law enforcement,  he shared information about the IASB Day on the Hill, RSAI, update on other legislative items, and  facilities and transportation spreadsheets.  

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the minutes from  the December 18, 2023 board meeting, and to acknowledge a $250 donation from Manly Development  for elementary PE equipment. Motion carried unanimously.  

In Old Business, the Board Committee structures were discussed. Board member assignments are as  follows: Certified Negotiation Committee – Berman & Schilling, Calendar Committee – Kohler & Arthur,  SIAC Committee – Berman & Rowe, IASB Delegate Assembly – Schilling, County Committee – Rowe  (Worth), Kohler (Floyd), Communications – Kohler & Schilling, Facilities and Transportation – Rowe &  Berman.  

In New Business motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the standard policy review  of Board Policies 502.1, 502.2, 502.3, 502.3R1, 502.4, 502.5, 502.6, and the review of Board Policy  705.4R1. Aye votes: Rowe, Berman, Arthur, Schilling, Nay vote: Kohler. Motion carried.  

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar.  Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to accept the quote from Hoglund Bus Company in the  amount of $64,495 for school bus cameras, paid in large part by a donation from WCDA. Motion carried  unanimously.  

Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Berman to accept the quote from Harty Mechanical in the  amount of $52,129 for Phase III of the Nora Springs HVAC Controls Project. Motion carried  unanimously.  

Discussion was held concerning the voted PPEL. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to  move forward with a voted PPEL on the September ballot. Motion carried unanimously.  

Financial statements were presented. A few Forecast Five reports generated by Sara Meinders were  shared that showed revenues and expenditures both monthly and year to date. The Board agreed they  would like to continue to see these reports. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve  the statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.  

Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $351,720.64, Management - $1,458.00, SAVE -  $9,900.23, PPEL - $4,838.49, Trust - $1,000.00, Activity - $40,433.21, Nutrition - $20,239.24. Motion was  made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the bills as presented. Roll call vote: Rowe – aye,  Kohler – aye, Arthur – aye, Schilling – aye, Berman abstained. Motion carried.  

Suggestions for the February 19, 2024 Board meeting include a look at sub teacher costs.  Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman to adjourn the meeting at 8:57 p.m.  

The Board went into an exempt session under Iowa Code 20.17(3) to discuss negotiations, strategy  meetings of public employees or employee organizations, mediation and the deliberative process of  arbitration.  

The Board came out of closed session at 9:30 p.m.  

Our next board meeting will be held February 19, 2024 in the High School library in Manly beginning at 6:00 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

_________________________________ ______________________________  Jean Schilling, Board President Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary 

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – February 19, 2024 The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on February 19, 2024.  The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean Schilling.  Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Joe Rowe, Josh Berman, and Sean Arthur.  Also present were Superintendent Lehmann, Jackie Dalluge, Rob Hoffman, Brooke Brunsvold, Ken Estes, Lori Ginapp, and Bill Shafer. Lisa Arians and Chris Arians attended electronically.  

Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

For Public Comments, Lori Ginapp spoke to the Board about the process and cost she calculated to obtain her substitute teacher licensure, and the various sub rates paid by the different districts.

In Administrative Reports, President Schilling shared topics from the IASB Day on the Hill that she attended, Principal Brunsvold reported that preschool and kindergarten registration are now open and will be hosting an open house in Manly on March 25th and Nora Springs on March 26th for these families, Title I Books & Bingo had 95 people attend in Manly and Nora Springs will host on February 26, Principal Hoffman shared that ISASP training and testing will be coming up, 8th grade will be attending Discover Day at NIACC, Principal Estes reported that the middle and high school counselors are working with the 8th graders on the transition to high school, shared some history on the many band instruments purchased with WCDA monies, and gave an update on the extra-curricular winter activities mentioning that wrestling just wrapped up another successful season, Superintendent Lehmann reported that we will be posting a Public Hearing for the Certified Budget, CTE classes must have an organized club by next fall, asked if we can move next month’s meeting to March 19th due to a conflict, would like to continue the employee apparel incentive that we started this past fall, and still waiting for SSA to be set, will probably be 2.5 or 3%.

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the minutes from the January 15, 2024 regular board meeting and the January 30, 2024 special board meeting, to approve a contract for Jake Kaune as assistant boys track coach, Allison Day as elementary music teacher, Shay Hall as shared social worker, resignations from Jessica Wegner, 1st grade teacher, Marena Henkle, elementary music teacher, Khiya Knudtson, Manly paraeducator, Marissa Norby, MS Basketball coach,  Lisa Arians, 1st grade teacher, and Nicole McCoid, Nora Springs paraeducator.  Motion carried unanimously.  President Schilling wanted to thank Lisa Arians for her many years of service. In Old Business, Superintendent Lehmann provided a legislative update including the preschool weighting implementation, school start date change, teacher pay adjustment with TSS monies, and the state is looking at using one statewide student database.

In New Business motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Berman to approve the standard policy review of Board Policies 502.7, 502.8, 502.8R1, 502.8E1, 502.9, and 502.10. Motion carried unanimously.  Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the review of IASB Primer 713, 713.R1, 605.6, 605.6R1, 605.8, 605.8R1, 701.1, 701.2, 701.3, 701.4, 703.1, and 703.2. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Kohler to approve the 2024-2025 WCDA Budget.  Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman to accept the quote from Mid-West Roofing for Sections B & C at the Manly campus in the amount of $86,413.  Motion carried unanimously.   Motion was made by Berman, seconded by Arthur to accept the quote from Eckerman Construction in the amount of $58,460 for Hunter Douglas shades at the Nora Springs and Manly campuses.  Roll call vote: Rowe – aye, Berman – aye, Arthur – aye, Schilling – aye, Kohler – nay. Motion carried. After review motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Kohler to accept the FY23 audit report from Schnurr & Company. Motion carried unanimously. Financial statements were presented.  Superintendent Lehmann showed the Board where to find certain reports and explained the information they contain.  Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Kohler to approve the statements as presented.  Motion carried unanimously. Board bills were presented in the amounts of:  General - $548,044.66, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE - $54,888.26, PPEL - $63,146.86, Activity - $16,964.15, Nutrition - $37,302.80.  Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the bills as presented.  Roll call vote: Kohler – aye, Rowe – aye, Berman – abstain, Arthur – aye, Schilling – aye. Motion carried.

Suggestions for the March 19, 2024 Board meeting include discussing daycare options and the Board committees. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to go into a closed session at 7:50 pm to evaluate the superintendent pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). The Board came out of closed session and reconvened at 8:27 p.m.  Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to adjourn the meeting at 8:27 p.m.

The Board went into an exempt session under Iowa Code 20.17(3) to discuss negotiations, strategy meetings of public employees or employee organizations, mediation and the deliberative process of arbitration. Our next board meeting will be held March 19, 2024 in the Middle School library in Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m.

 Respectfully Submitted,  _________________________________ ______________________________ Jean Schilling, Board President   Gwen Mellmann, Board Secretary 

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES – March 19, 2024

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle
School Library in Nora Springs on March 19, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by
President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Josh Berman, Joe Rowe, Sean Arthur, and
Ashley Kohler. Also present were Superintendent Lehmann and Gwen Mellmann.
Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to appoint Ashley Kohler as Secretary pro tem in the
absence of Jackie Dalluge. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.

For Public Comments, Kohler mentioned that the EMS bill for Worth County might be on the September
ballot.

In Administrative Reports, President Schilling shared that she attended a tif meeting March 1st in
Northwood, would like to extend sympathies from the Board to the Dotzler family for their loss, and
wished to extend appreciation to Gwen Mellmann for her years of service to the school district, there
were no principal reports to share, Superintendent Lehmann asked the Board to share their thoughts
about the voted PPEL, would like to congratulate Steph Miller & Missy Bucknell for their Central Rivers
AEA ABC Paraeducator nominations, gave an update on the facilities projects, and shared a google doc
template that he would like to use for input as to shared superintendent expectations from the Board.
Bill Shafer joined the meeting at 5:20 p.m.

For the Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the minutes from
the February 19, 2024 regular board meeting, to approve a contract for Cassie Rowell as Prom Advisor
and Student Council Advisor, Aly Crum as an elementary teacher in Nora Springs, Susan Freeman as a
4th-5th grade science teacher, to accept the resignations from Belinda Nelson as Prom Advisor and
Student Council Advisor, and Amber Brown as a Manly Paraprofessional at the end of this school year.
Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business, Superintendent Lehmann provided a legislative update. He attended a meeting with
the Governor, spoke with Jane Dufoe, Waylon Brown and Jane Bloomingdale, state receipts are down,
SSA still has not been set, and the AEA and teacher salary bill are still moving so asked the Board to
continue to reach out to their legislators.

In New Business motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman to approve the standard policy
review of Board Policies 503.3 and 503.3R1, to approve the second reading of new AI Board policies
605.8 and 605.8R1, and to approve the annual review of Board Policy 505.8 Parent & Family
Engagement. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the FY24 Iowa LGRP agreement for the
amount of $133,777.80. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to accept the bid from School Bus Sales for a 78
passenger Blue Bird school bus for $145,782, to be delivered in the 2024-25 school year. Motion carried
unanimously.

Superintendent Lehmann gave an overview of the FY25 Budget. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded
by Arthur to set April 1, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library in Manly as the Public Hearing time
and date for the Proposed Tax Rate, and to set April 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library as
the Public Hearing on the 2024-25 Budget and the 2023-24 Budget Amendment. Motion carried
unanimously.

Financial statements were presented. The Board likes the new reports that Sara has compiled and
shared and would like to continue with them. After discussion motion was made by Kohler, seconded
by Rowe to approve the financial statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Board bills were presented in the amounts of: General - $99,354.55, Management - $1,400.00, SAVE -
$54,469.54, PPEL - $1,960.65, Trust Fund - $500.00, Activity - $6,034.37, Nutrition - $38,386.40. Motion
was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the bills as presented. Aye votes – Schilling, Rowe,
Arthur, and Kohler, Berman abstained, motion carried.

Suggestions for the April 15 Board meeting include FY25 Budget, negotiations, and continued talks about
daycare.

President Schilling adjourn the meeting at 6:05 p.m.
Our next board meeting will be held April 15, 2024 in the High School library in Manly beginning at 6:00
p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

_________________________________ ______________________________
Jean Schilling, Board President Ashley Kohler, Pro Tem Board Secretary

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES -
April 15, 2024

The public hearing for the FY25 Budget was opened at 6:00 p.m. President Schilling asked for
comments; there were none. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman the hearing
closed at 6:01 p.m.

The public hearing for the FY24 Budget Amendment was opened at 6:01 p.m. President
Schilling asked for comments; there were none. Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by
Berman the hearing closed at 6:02 p.m.

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the
High School Library at Manly on April 15, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by
President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Joe Rowe, Sean
Arthur, and Josh Berman. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary
Jackie Dalluge, Shared School Business Official Sara Meinders, Rob Hoffman, Ken Estes,
Cassandra Rowell, Barb Shafer, Kendra Kelley, and Teresa Mathers. Joining remoting was
Chris Arians, Bill Shafer, and Holly Shook.

There were public comments made regarding pickleball at the Nora Springs Campus.

Administrative reports were heard from Principal Estes who shared the information about
ISASP testing that is starting this week. Principal Hoffman shared about the increased
attendance that was had for our spring parent teacher conferences, the many accomplishments
of the Battle of the Books team, FPS group, and that individuals advanced state competition for
Special Olympics. He also shared about the ISASP testing that would be taking place this week
and about the recent band and vocal concert. Superintendent Lehmann shared about the NHS
banquet last month, also about AEA planning for next year with the new legislation.

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, second by Berman to approve the minutes
from the April 1, 2024 public hearing and March 19, 2024 regular board meeting with the
revision to the statement EMS Bill to EMS Levy for the southern area of Worth County. To
approve the contracts for Anna Dietrich - Assistant Softball Coach for Summer of 24 & 25, Clair
Walkner - Nora Springs Daycare, Kristy Bohner - Nora Springs Daycare, Megan Shimek - Nora
Springs Preschool Para. Resignation from Marissa Norby - K12 PE and High School Health at
the end of this school year. The board also acknowledged a $100 anonymous donation, two
field day donations in the amount of $100 each from Nora Springs Insurance and Pinicon Farm
Partnership. Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business, Superintendent Lehmann provided a legislative update.

In New Business motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the standard
review of Board Policies 503.5, 503.6, 503.6R1, 503.6E1, 503.6E2, 503.6E3. Motion carried
unanimously.

Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the 2024-25 School Year Calendar
Revision. Motion carried unanimously.

Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Individual Procurement Cards was discussed. Motion was
made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve. Motion carried unanimously.

The Budget for 2024-25 was reviewed Motion was made by Berman, seconded by Kohler to
approve the 24-25 Budget with a proposed tax rate of $9.41666. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the Amended Budget for 2023-24.
Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the Graduating Class of 2024.
Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the agreement with CSEA for a
$1,530 pool increase per teacher, increase the hiring base to $33,700, increase the
supplemental to $32,400. The agreement also includes language in regards to the CTE student
Organization transition and language in regards to horizontal lane advancements. Motion
carried unanimously.

Contracts for certified, non-certified, and administration were presented with a 3.26% increase,
having an issue date of April 16, 2024 with a return date of May 6, 2024. The teacher salaries
also reflect the new state teacher minimums of $47,500 and $60,000 for teachers who have
completed 12+ years of teaching experience. Motion was made by Berman and seconded by
Arthur. Roll call vote: Rowe - aye, Berman -aye, Arthur - aye, Kohler - nay, Schilling - abstained.
Motion carried.

Financial statements were presented. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman.
Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presents in the amounts of: General - $67,458.46, SAVE - $36,586.60, PPEL -
$4,389.10, Trust Fund - $500.00, Activity - $10,288.04, Nutrition - $27, 365.21. Motion was
made by Kohler, seconded by Berman. Motion carried unanimously.

Suggestions for the May 20, 2024 Board Meeting include strategic planning options and the
decision on moving forward with PPEL.

President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 6:57p.m.

Our next board meeting will be held May 20, 2024 in the Nora Springs Library beginning at
6:00p.m.

_________________________________ ______________________________
Jean Schilling, Board President  Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES May 20, 2024

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs on May 20, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Vice President Ashley Kohler. Other Board members present were Josh Berman, Joe Rowe and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, Rob Hoffman, and Brooke Brunsvold. Joining remotely was Chris Arians and Bill Shafer. Jean Schilling joined the meeting at 6:03 p.m.

Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Rowe to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

There were no public comments.

Administrative reports were heard from Principal Hoffman who shared positive preliminary data from the recent ISASP testing that was completed. He also talked about the different approach the middle school took on disciplinary actions this year with having lunch detentions and how they plan to continue to improve it next year. Hoffman has noted that the bigger out of school and in school detentions have dropped and he hasn’t seen numbers this low since COVID. Principal Brunsvold shared FAST data regarding the difference in growth from the fall data to the spring data and how staff look at the data that help make sure they are on the right track. She also shared how staff participated in individualized development plans and were able to pick a topic that they wanted to get better at throughout the course of the year. Brunsvold also talked about Camp Skeeter and all the activities that the elementary students have been doing here at the end of the school year. On behalf of Ken Estes, Darwin Lehmann shared about the Lake Mills E-Sports team coming and talking to the High School about the program and how there were a number of students who showed interest in E-Sports. Superintendent Lehmann shared about attending the Top of Iowa Art Show and recognized the students that received awards at that, he also shared about Senior Awards night and the Nora Springs Kindergarten Circus that has been going on for 30+ years. Lehmann also mentioned that there will be a summer lunch provided for the month of June at the Nora Springs Campus thanks to a grant from the Adams Family Foundation.

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Berman to approve the minutes from the April 15, 2024 regular board meeting. To approve the contracts for Tiffany Dickson, PE/Health Teacher, the contract adjustments for Brittany Guthart, Paraprofessional (hours adjustment); Amanda Stauffacher (hours adjustment), Elizabeth Asfahl, Teaching endorsement; Cassie Rowell, Junior Class Prom and the employee resignations from Brooke Olson, Human Resource Director; Fred Danger III, Custodial/Bus Driver; Trenton Wirtjes, MS Boys BB; Shannon Dykstra, Asst Girls Basketball Coach. The board also acknowledged a donation in the amount of $75 from the Pickleball spectators and participants at the Nora Springs Campus. Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business, discussion of voted PPEL. A motion was made by Berman and seconded by Kohler to move forward with the voted PPEL on the September ballot. The motion made by Kohler was amended after further consideration. A motion was made by Kohler to amend her previous motion and was seconded by Arthur. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made to move the voted PPEL to the March ballot due to the EMS bill being on the September ballot. Motion carried unanimously.

In New Business a motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to approve the review of Board Policies 504.1, 504.2, 504.4, 504.6, 405.2, 411.2, 504.5 (rescind), 507.8R1, 704.1, 704.6, 704.6R1 (New), 706.2, 706.3, 706.3R1, 707.1, 707.2 (rescind), 707.3 (rescind), 707.4 Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the Floyd County Ag Society Fair Agreement. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Berman and seconded by Arthur to approve the sharing agreements for Curriculum Director; Special Education; Superintendent; School Business Official; Communications Director, Social Worker, Media. Motion carried unanimously. Superintendent Lehmann and Board Secretary Dalluge (on behalf of the entire Central Springs Community School District) expressed their appreciation to all the school board members for their dedication and service to the district in honor of May being School Board Recognition Month. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to approve the purchase of 40 Macbook’s for the district from Apple in the amount of $39, 160. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur to approve the purchase of 400 Ipad’s for the district from Apple in the amount of $129,600. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to approve the quote from Eddy’s Glass in the amount of $185,600. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial statements were presented. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur. Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General- $235, 761.14, Management- $1,400 SAVE- $17,420.10, PPEL- $5,099.19 Activity- $21,666.89, Nutrition- $36, 218.18. Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Rowe. Motion carried unanimously.

Suggestions for the June 17, 2024 Board Meeting include discussing PPEL.

The Central Springs Board of Education went into closed session to evaluate the superintendent pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i).The Board came out of closed session at 8:20 p.m. Our next board meeting will be held on June 17, 2024 in the High School Library in Manly beginning at 6:00 p.m.

 

_________________________________ Jean Schilling, Board President ______________________________ Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on June 17, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Josh Berman, Joe Rowe and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, and Brooke Brunsvold. Ashley Kohler joined the meeting at 6:09 p.m. There were no public comments.

Administrative reports were heard from Board President Schillings who shared about her time on June 13th at the Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit. Principal Brunsvold talked about the summer cleaning that is going on at the Nora Springs Campus and their great progress. She mentioned that individual tutoring is going on and the extended school year services through special education are currently underway. Brunsvold also shared about LETRS training, there will be 27 Teachers participating in it throughout the 24-25 school year. Superintendent Lehmann echoed that the summer cleaning at the Nora Springs Campus is off to a great start and they will be done at the end of June. He shared that the building projects at both campuses are in full swing and coming along nicely.

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the minutes from the May 20, 2024 regular board meeting and to approve the minutes from the June 6, 2024 special board meeting with the revision to the statement discussions to the board on governance structure to discussions to the board on governance structure in a work session. To approve the contract adjustment for Jessica Flippo and Jessica Smith and the employee resignation from Jake Kaune, Assistant Football Coach. The board also acknowledged a donation from Photography by Michelle. Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business, discussion of voted PPEL. The board reviewed and discussed the timeline of events for the VPPEL and how they would like to be processed.

In New Business a motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the review of Board Policies 505.1, 505.2, 505.3, 505.4, 505.5, 505.6, 505.6RCS, 505.6ECS, 505.7, 505.8, 505.8R1 and the second reading of 704.6R1. Revised 505.1 was tabled until the July Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Berman and seconded by Rowe to approve the Shared Industrial Technology teacher with Osage. Motion carried unanimously.

The 2024-25 Legislative priorities were reviewed. After discussion motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the following as our top priorities Supplemental State Aid, Drop Out Prevention, School Funding, and School Choice/Oversight Public Education. Motion carried unanimously.

Milk Bids received for the 2024-25 school year were reviewed. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the bid received by Anderson Erickson Dairy for milk supplies. Motion carried unanimously.

Bread bids received for the 2024-25 school year were reviewed. Motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Rowe to approve the bid received by Pan-O-Gold for bread supplies. Motion carried unanimously.

The Equipment Maintenance Proposal was reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Berman and seconded by Kohler to approve the Equipment Maintenance Proposal in the amount of $142,494 which will be paid out of the Management Fund and reimburse the General Fund for repairs and maintenance. Motion carried unanimously.

The Online Auction and Consignment agreement with JRT Sales, LLC & K-BID was reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to table the agenda item. until the July meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial statements were presented. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman. Motion carried unanimously. Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $792,538.81, Management - $1,400 SAVE - $34,037.58, PPEL - $144,559.84 Activity - $30,991.86, Nutrition - $24,019.64. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur. Motion carried unanimously.

Suggestions for the July 23, 2024 (note the meeting date changed) board meeting include discussion of PPEL.

Motion was made at 7:43 p.m. by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to go into closed session to evaluate the superintendent pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made at 9:15 p.m. by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to come out of the closed session meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to adjourn the Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m.

Our next board meeting will be held on July 23, 2024 in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m. _________________________________ ______________________________ Jean Schilling, Board President Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC HEARING
MINUTES – APRIL 1, 2024

The Central Springs Community School District met for a public hearing on April 1st, 2024 at
6:00pm in the Manly High School Library.

The public hearing was called to order at 6:00pm by President Jean Schilling.
Members present were Joe Rowe, Ashley Kohler, Sean Arthur, Jean Schilling, and Josh
Berman. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge,
and Shared School Business Official Sara Meinders. 3 guests were present.

Motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the agenda as presented. Motion
carried unanimously.

The 2024-2025 Proposed Property Tax Levy Statement was presented.

There were no written comments to the board.

There was discussion held on the current tax rate levy with the guests that were present.

Arthur motioned to adjourn the public hearing, seconded by Kohler. Motion carried unanimously.
The hearing adjourned at 6:11pm.

_________________________________ ______________________________
Jean Schilling, Board President Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary