Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - December 16, 2024 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on December 16, 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 Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, Communication/HR Director Anna Blair, Brooke Brunsvold, Ken Estes, Dalcy Lorentzen, Barb Shafer, Deb Hamand, and Roger Wilcox. 

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

Public comment was made by Ashley Kohler regarding the Elementary Music Concert and the amount of positive feedback she has received and a kudos to Miss Day on an outstanding first concert with Central Springs. 

Administrative reports were heard from Board President Schillings who talked about the auditors being on site at the end of November, she also talked about how fast AI is coming and how we decipher from what is real and what is AI generated. Principal Ken Estes shared about winter sports, how the student council went to the Mason City Salvation Army to help sort and display Toys for Tots Christmas gifts. He also mentioned that we had 6 students go to Honor Band at Drake University. Principal Brunsvold submitted a report stating that the new process for student end of day pick up at Nora Springs has had a positive impact. She also mentioned that the annual Turkey Bowling took place in November at the Panther Pride Assembly, which is a favorite for students and staff. Principal Hoffman submitted a report in which he talks about how they implemented “THANKS FOR BEING A BUDDY” where slips were handed to students who were demonstrating positive citizenship. He also stated that the intermediate students held their annual Christmas Store where 4th and 5th graders could purchase new/slightly used items for $0.25 this allows students to purchase gifts for family members while also raising proceeds for those in need. Superintendent Lehmann provided an update on the conference alignment, gave an overview on what we currently have for Operational Sharing, and shared the vehicle purchases that we have made with the Grant for WCDA. He also talked about HUDL TV, the ParaEducator Certification, and the Iowa LGRP Annual Report. 

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the minutes from the November 18, 2024 regular board meeting. To approve the contract for Laci Rye, Paraeducator, and the employee resignations from Elizabeth Larson, Paraeducator; Kaylee Heagel, Assistant Volleyball Coach; Elizabeth Asfahl, High School Science. Motion carried unanimously. 

In New Business a motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Rowe to approve the financial statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $276,643.34, Management- $35,623.50, SAVE- $15,068.85 PPEL - $2,493.59 Activity - $24,877.86, Nutrition - $32,239.54. Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Kohler. Roll call vote: Schilling - Aye, Rowe - Aye, Kohler - Aye, Arthur - Aye, and Bermen abstained. 

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to adjourn the Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 5:23 p.m. 

The Organizational Meeting of the New Board of Directors was called to order by Secretary Jackie Dalluge at 5:24 p.m. Board members in attendance were Ashley Kohler, Jean Schilling, Joe Rowe, Sean Arthur, and Josh Berman. 

Nominations for Board President were requested. Jean Schilling was nominated. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote: Schilling – Schilling, Arthur –Schilling, Rowe – Schilling, Kohler – Schilling, Berman – Schilling. Jean Schilling was elected Board President and was given the Oath of Office. 

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

Nominations for Vice-President were requested. Arthur was nominated. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote: Schilling – Arthur, Arthur – Arthur, Rowe – Arthur, Kohler – Arthur, Berman – Arthur. Sean Arthur was elected Board Vice-President and was given the Oath of Office. 

In Old Business the board discussed VPPEL and having Nelson Media Company do some videos of the school. They also discussed dates and times of tours for the public at each campus, an talked about what building upkeep and maintenance would be done with a VPPEL. The board also agreed on where they would like polling locations to be for the VPPEL. 

In New Business, Jackie Dalluge was appointed Board Secretary. Roll call vote: Schilling – Dalluge, Arthur – Dalluge, Rowe – Dalluge, Kohler – Dalluge, Berman – Dalluge. Jackie Dalluge was elected Board Secretary and was given the Oath of Office. 

A motion was made by Berman and seconded by Kohler to approve the review of Board Policies Standard Policy Review: 600, 601.1, 601.2, 602.1, 602.2, 602.3. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Berman and Second by Rowe to approve the District and the Resolution Ordering Election. Roll Call Vote: Schilling-Aye, Kohler-Aye, Berman-Aye, Rowe-Aye, Arthur-Aye 

Phase 4 Controls Proposal for Nora Springs Campus was approved by Kohler and seconded by Arthur. This is for the 4th phase of upgrading the control system at the Nora Springs campus.

This will address 8 classrooms, an exit area, and two restroom areas. The quote for labor and material is $54,815 for this project. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Rowe and Seconded by Arthur to approve the SBRC request in the amount of $267,600 for Open enrollment out not on prior year’s headcount. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Berman and second by Arthur to approve the SBRC request for English Learners (EL) Instruction Beyond 5 years in the amount of $3,678. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to approve the District Developed Service Delivery Plan. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to approve the NIACC Concurrent Enrollment addition of BUS 122 Emerging Business Pract/Tech. Motion carried unanimously. 

Roger Wilcox from Grundmeyer Leadership Services was at the meeting working with the board on the search process and reviewing the survey results. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the SBRC request for the amount of $149,985 for At-Risk/DOP. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Arthur and Seconded by Kohler to approve the request to waive the 90 Day eligibility period for an Open Enrolled Student. Motion carried unanimously. 

Suggestions for the January 20, 2025 board meeting include the continued discussion of VPPEL. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to go into exempt session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) the board went into an exempt session at 8:15 p.m. to discuss negotiations. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur to come out of the exempt session. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to adjourn the Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. 

Our next board meeting will be held on January 20, 2025 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 MEETING MINUTES - July 23, 2024

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Board Room at Nora Springs on July 23, 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 and Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge. President Jean Schilling joined the meeting remotely.

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

There were no public comments.

Administrative reports were heard from Superintendent Lehmann who shared that the summer cleaning at Manly has started and is on schedule to be wrapped up at the end of July. He shared updates on the summer building projects that are happening at both campuses and how they are coming along nicely and are on track to be completed on time with the beginning of the school year approaching. He also shared that the HVAC project for air conditioning in the Nora Springs Cafeteria and Band Room have been completed.

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Schilling, seconded by Berman to approve the minutes from the June 17, 2024 regular board meeting. Also approved were employee contracts for Josh Bass as the Assistant Girls Basketball Coach, Matt Logeman as the Assistant Boys Basketball Coach, and employee contract adjustments for Jessica Flippo, Sandra Scholbrock, and Becky Viers. Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business, discussion of voted PPEL was continued as the board reviewed and discussed the timeline of events for the VPPEL and how they would like to be processed. The board also continued discussion on the online auction consignment agreement, a motion was made by Arthur, seconded by Rowe to approve the online auction consignment agreement from North Iowa Auction Company. Motion carried unanimously.

In New Business a motion was made by Schilling and seconded by Berman to approve the annual review of Board Policies 406.4, 409.1, 412.1, 600, 605.4, 606.1, 606.6, 707.5, 710.1, 711.3, 711.4, 711.5, 804.1, 804.2 and the Policy Primer of 200.4, 206.3, 401.6, 402.3, 501.14, 501.15, 603.1, 607.2, 710.1, 803.2, 501.12, 708. The board also approved the revised 505.1 which was tabled at the June 17, 2024 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Berman and seconded by Arthur to approve the School Fees for the 2024-2025 school year. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Berman to approve the Consortium Agreement with Four Oaks for the 2024-2025 school year. Motion carried unanimously.

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

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur 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 Arthur and seconded by Berman to appoint Ahlers & Cooney as our legal counsel. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Rowe to approve 1st Security Bank and Trust with a depository limit of $1,500,000 and Iowa School Joint Investment Trust with a depository limit of $8,500,000. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur to approve the Shared Special Education Director with Central Rivers for the 2024-2025 school year. Motion carried unanimously.

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

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $782,145.19, Management - $509,938.18, SAVE - $139,530.76, PPEL - $13,308.08, Activity - $18,653.38, Nutrition - $10,457.95. Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Schilling. Motion carried unanimously.

Suggestions for the August 19, 2024 Board Meeting include continued discussion of PPEL and continued talks about CTE’s.

Vice President Kohler adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.

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

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - August 19, 2024

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on August 19, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Josh Berman, Joe Rowe, and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, Elementary Principal Brooke Brunsvold, Middle School Principal Rob Hoffman, High School Principal Ken Estes, and Athletic Director Brian Fessler.

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

There were no public comments.

Administrative reports were heard from Brian Fessler regarding the implementation of Bound for school activities as we as a conference transition to a cashless system. Board President Schilling gave kudos to a great welcome back assembly that was held for all staff today. The board heard the principal report from Ken Estes regarding an update on the esports program that will be new to the district this school year. He also shared the increase in participation in the band program and that we have over 100 students that will be participating in fall sports. Principal Hoffman shared the emergency plans for the Nora Springs Campus and the improvements that have been made to continue to keep the building safe and secure. He also shared about how they plan to improve the disciplinary plans in the middle school and how they are excited to have Jazz Band and a Middle School Musical back this year. Principal Hoffman also expressed how impressed he was with the summer cleaning that took place at the Nora Springs Building. Principal Brunsvold gave an update on registration and shared that we have many new families enrolling in our district this year. She also shared possible changes for how the lower elementary students will participate in homecoming festivities to help ensure the overall safety of staff and students. Superintendent Lehmann shared an update on building projects at the Nora Springs Campus and how they will be completed in time for the new school year.

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Rowe, seconded by Arthur to approve the minutes from the July 23, 2024 regular board meeting. Also approved were employee contracts for Brooke Stiles MS Cross Country Coach, Lynx Gregoire & Gibson Metellus Co-Assistant Football Coaches, Josh Bass Assistant Girls Basketball, Steve Rollefson Interim Administrative Assistant (Jackie Dalluge’s Maternity Leave Replacement - past School Business Official), Anna Blair Shared Human Resource Director, Cecelia Hemsworth High School Speech Coach, Jay Jolly Custodian/Bus Driver, Cheri Halfpop, Paraprofessional, and Brenda Trask, Paraprofessional. The board also approved the employee contract adjustments for Allison Day, Contract & Vocal Music and employee resignations from Emily Ford, Para/Substitute Teacher, Kipp Beyer, MS Cross Country, and Jessica Siems, Elementary Secretary. Motion carried unanimously.

In Old Business there was no old business to review.

In New Business a motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the annual review of Board Policies 506.1, 506.1 R1, 506.1E1, 506.1E2, 506.1E3, 506.1E4, 506.1E5,

506.1E6, 506.1E7, 506.1E8 and the Policy Primer of 505.2, 501.3, 501.9, 501.9 E1 (rescinded), 501.10 (rescinded), 501.10R1 (rescinded), 502.6, & 801.3. Motion carried unanimously. For Board Policy 905.3, a motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to strike Option 1 from IASB recommendations and proceed with Option 2 as presented. Ayes: Kohler, Arthur, and Rowe. Nays: Schilling and Berman.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur to approve Concurrent Enrollment Career Link Programs & Courses. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the Secretary Hourly Rate for Sub Calling while the district works to implement a sub caller system. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to approve the Elementary, Middle School and High School Handbooks. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Kohler to terminate the Shared Communications Director Agreement with Forest City Community School District. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the Shared Human Resources Agreement with Northwood-Kensett & St. Ansgar. Motion carried unanimously.

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

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $257,385.42, Management - $98,601.85, SAVE - $5,509.98, PPEL - $1,974.00, Daycare - $1,974.00, Activity - $17,935.60, & Nutrition - $4,732.60. Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Kohler. Ayes: Kohler, Schilling, Rowe, and Arthur. Berman abstained.

Suggestions for the September 16, 2024 Board Meeting include options for updating our transportation fleet and conversation regarding PPEL.

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Kohler to adjourn the meeting. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 7:36 p.m.

Our next board meeting will be held on September 16, 2024 in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - September 16, 2024 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs on September 16, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.. by President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Josh Berman, Joe Rowe, and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Interim Board Secretary Steven Rollefson, Elementary Principal Brooke Brunsvold, Middle School Principal Rob Hoffman. 

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

Public comments. Ashley Kohler stated that a concerned parent had contacted her about a current bus stop and bus stop violations. 

Administrative reports - Brooke Brunsvold Elementary Principal reported that over 75% have finished with fall Literacy and Math testing and are working on new requirements of Individualized Reading plans for students who do not reach proficiency in two consecutive testing windows. On September 6th Worth County Farm Bureau hosted their annual Ag Fair/Farm Safety for third graders both Central Springs Manly and Nora Springs students were in attendance. A Homecoming Assembly for the elementary students attended by both campuses came together in the small gym at Manly. All participated in a fun football relay. Upcoming events: October 2 - Healthiest State Walk, Fire Safety Week and Red Ribbon Week. Current Enrollment - Manly Preschool + 6, K-3 + 2, Nora Springs Preschool + 2, K-3 - 7. 

Administrative reports - Rob Hoffman Middle School Principal reported that homeroom teachers continue creating Independent Professional Development Plans that focus on 3-4 students in their homerooms who can benefit from additional support. Homework Assistance continues to be offered each day of the week. Homeroom Teachers are sharing missing homework lists with students every Monday and help them plan for completion. Study halls are provided two times a week. RTI (Response to Intervention is offered daily. Fall Sports 64% of 7th and 8th graders are participating in fall athletics with 39 girls for volleyball and 21 boys in football and two cross country runners. Heat mitigation measures from the IHSAA and IGHSAU that have been discussed. 

Consent Agenda motion was made by Joe Rowe, seconded by Ashley Kohler to approve the minutes from the August 19, 2024 regular board meeting. Also approved were employee contracts for Shelly Sharp, Paraeducator and Melinda Wilson, Elementary Secretary. The board also approved the employee resignations from Brenda Trask, Paraeducatorute and Amanda Stauffacher, Paraeducator. The Board also approved the Volunteer Coaches - Emily Heagel Volleyball and Merile Johnson Volleyball. Motion carried unanimously. 

In Old Business the discussion of the VPPEL contunited.

In New Business a motion was made by Josh Berman and seconded by Ashley Kohler to approve the standard review of Board Policies 506.2, 506.2 R1, 506.2E1, 506.3, 506.4, and the second review of Board Policy 501.9R and the deletion of Board Policy 403.1 Motion carried unanimously. 

The Board reviewed the Standing Committee Assignments for the 2024-2025 school year. 

Motion was made by Ashley Kohler and seconded by Sean Arthur to approve the appointment of Steven Rollefson as the Board Secretary and Business Manager during Jackie Dalluge’s leave. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Joe Rowe and seconded by Josh Berman to approve the Procedures for Support Staff, Teacher Handbook and Daycare Handbook. Motion carried unanimously. 

Board members reviewed the negative Special Education Balance for the past fiscal year. After discussion Joe Rowe made a motion to approve the District requesting spending authority from the SBRC in the amount of $552,242.32. Sean Arthur seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Financial statements were presented. Tabled. 

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $324,696.87, Management - $37,980.50, SAVE - $40,213.45, PPEL - $1,106.43, Expendable Trust, $500.00, Activity - $25,266.65, & Nutrition - $26,001.06. Motion was made by Sean Arthur and seconded by Ashley Kohler. Ayes: Ashley Kohler, Sean Arther, and Joe Rowe. Josh Berman and Jean Schilling abstained. 

Suggestions for the October 2, 2024 Board Meeting include: Project Request from Administration/Department Heads, Equipment Breakdown Report, Facilities Access, HS Athletic Competition at Nora Springs, Middle School Split Seasons, Youth and Club Sports/Use of School Facilities. 

Motion was made by Ashley Kohler and seconded by Sean Arthur to adjourn the meeting. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m. 

Our next board meeting will be held on October 21, 2024 in the High School Library in Manly beginning at 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES -  October 21, 2024. 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the  Manly Campus School Library in Manly on October 21, 2024. The meeting was called to order  at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler,  Josh Berman, Joe Rowe, and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann,  Interim Board Secretary Steven Rollefson, Middle School Principal Rob Hoffman, High School  Principal Ken Estes, School Business Official Sara Meinders. 

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

Public comments. On the District Developed Delivery System. There were no public comments. 

Board President report – Jean Schilling reported on Senior Citizen Dinner on November 15th,  thank you note for Dick & Vera Hynes, upcoming IASB convention, and congratulation to Darwin  Lehmann on being Superintendent of the Year. 

Administrative written report - Rob Hoffman Middle School Principal reported the continued  focus on social and emotional wellbeing in the homerooms through the Character Strong  Curriculum. We are working on a social committee for staff in which beginning plans for social  opportunities for staff members during and after school hours in order to continue building a  positive culture. Nurse Kathie assembled an Emergency Response Team of staff volunteers  who would be the first called to a medical emergency in the buildings. Roles and procedures  were defined, and each member was provided a binder with protocols and emergency health  plans. An in-house meeting with Floyd County Emergency Management, local law  enforcement, and RRMR school district was held to review the necessity for clear  communication and procedures in the event of emergencies. We continue to provide students  with lists of missing work in homerooms and during study halls in order to help them stay on top  of their work. Upcoming Events include End of 1st Quarter on October 18, Parent/Teacher  Conferences on October 28 & 29, Senior Citizen Meal on November 15, and Veteran’s Day  Assembly on November 11 (Manly Campus 6-12, Nora Springs Campus K-5). Parent/Teacher  conferences will be scheduled with homeroom teachers. They will share 2024 ISASP results,  1st quarter grades, citizenship scores and elaborate on student performance. Winter athletics  will begin on November 11. There are 6 boys, and 2 girls signed up for wrestling and 20 girls  and 13 boys interested in basketball. 

Administrative report - Ken Estes High School Principal reported the first quarter ends on  Monday, October 21 and Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Monday, October 28 from  1:00 to 6:00 and on Tuesday, October 29 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Our Professional Development  will focus on Pete Hall’s Reflection Cycle to identify perspective Problems of Practice to then  use in their efforts in creating solutions of identified problems. FFA had six teams participate in  the District FFA Soils Contest at Fort Dodge. We had one gold team, two silver teams and three 

bronze teams. FFA fruit sales will run through November 6th with orders delivered the week of  December 9th. Thirteen FFA members will attend the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis,  Indiana on October 22 to 26th. The Student Council is in the process of deciding between  hosting a formal dance or more relaxed sweatpants dance this winter. In November the kitchen  staff will host a Senior Citizen Thanksgiving meal. The National Honor Society conducted their  annual election of officers: President: Bavin Ryner, Vice-President: Jordis Waitek, Secretary:  Zari McDonough, Treasurer: Abby Pippert. High School Band just wrapped up the fall Pep  Band season and will Kick off Concert Band and well as Winter Pep Band. Chorus has been  working hard on the production of Disney’s Camp Rock. eSpots standings and statistics can be  viewed at the following links, Central Springs LeagueOS and eSports Rosters. 

Administrative report – Brooke Brunsvold Elementary Principal reported on Fast Data scores  and the need to have improvement. Reading plans and interventions with progress reports  every six weeks. K – 8 literacy, Win Time, and students to NIACC on Friday.  

Superintendent’s Report - Superintendent Lehmann provided an update with facility projects,  Certified Enrollment, Free & Reduced Rate, Chronic Absenteeism & Truancy Guidance from the  DE, At-risk Dropout report from IASB, WCDA request, Equipment Breakdown Update, Facilities  Access for Adults, Youth Sports & District Responsibilities, High School Activities at Nora  Srpings, Middle School Split Season, Donation by Dick and Very Hynes (Manly Entry). 

Consent Agenda motion was made by Ashley Kohler seconded by Josh Berman to approve the  minutes from the September 16, 2024, regular board meeting. The board also approved the  employee resignations from Alexandria Schiff, HS Daycare Helper, Angela Holt, MS Volleyball  Coach, Josh Bass, MS Football Coach, and Missy Schmidt, MS Volleyball Coach.   The Board also approved four early graduation requests. Motion carried unanimously.  

In Old Business the discussion of the VPPEL continued with Superintendent Lehmann providing  a list of potential projects from the directors and principals. 

In New Business: The Behne family would like to request that the Board consider the district  pick-up/drop off their children by pulling into their drive on Balsam Avenue. The request was  evaluated by Coy, Sergeant Deunow and Sup’t Lehmann with it being determined that this  location is not any more dangerous than other locations. After discussion, Josh Berman moved  to approve the request. Ashley Kohler seconded the motion. Ayes: Ashley Kohler, Josh  Berman, Sean Arthur w/exception. Nayes: Joe Rowe, Jean Schilling. Carried.  

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the following Board Policies. After discussion a motion was  made by Ashley Kohler and second by Joe Rowe to approve the standard review of Board  Policies 507.1, 507.2, 507.3, 507.4, 507.5. Motion carried unanimously. 

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the Board Policies and Primers. After discussion a motion  was made by Ashley Kohler and seconded by Sean Arthur to approve the standard review of  Policy Primer Review of 502.10, 601.1, 700. Motion carried unanimously.

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the English Language Learner Plan that needs to be  approved by the Board. After discussion Josh Berman moved to approve the plan. Sean Arthur  seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the MOU with NIACC for College and Career Transition  Counselor. The position would be in our district two days per week and working with Amy  Fessler and Ken Estes focused on concurrent enrollment, college and career planning, and  building our apprenticeship/work-based programs. After discussion Joe Rowe moved to  approve the plan. Sean Arthur seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Sara reviewed the Transportation report with Board members. After discussion Sean Arthur  moved to approve the plan. Joe Rowe seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the sharing agreements with the Forest City Community  School District that they do not plan to share the School Business Official and Superintendent  position for the 2025-2026 school year.  

Superintendent Lehmann reviewed the English Language Learner Contract with the AEA. The  contract is a cost of ($86 per hour) and is an effective solution for the district as well as  providing the appropriate support for our EEL students. After discussion Joe Rowe moved to  approve the plan. Josh Berman seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Sara reviewed the Financial Health Report and Certified Annual Report with the Board. After  discussion Sean Arthur moved to approve the plan. Ashley Kohler seconded the motion.  Motion carried unanimously. 

President Schilling reviewed the use of a search firm in the process of finding a new  Superintendent. After discussion Ashley Kohler moved to approve Trent Grundmeyer of  Grundmeyer Leader Services for the search. Josh Berman seconded the motion. Motion  carried unanimously. 

Sara reviewed the financial statements that were presented. After discussion Josh Berman  moved to approve the plan. Joe Rowe seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $245248.66, Management - $5,000.00,  SAVE - $254607.56, PPEL - $2919.64, Expendable Trust, $0, Activity - $22,627.11, & Nutrition -  $41,090.87. Motion was made by Sean Arthur and seconded by Ashley Kohler. Ayes: Ashley  Kohler, Sean Arther, and Joe Rowe. Josh Berman and Jean Schilling abstained. 

Suggestions for the November 18, 2024, Board Meeting include Youth Sports, Superintendent  search, Nora Springs activities.

Motion was made by Sean Arthur and seconded by Josh Berman to adjourn the meeting.  Motion carried unanimously. 

President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 9:02 p.m. 

Our next board meeting will be held on November 18, 2024, in the Middle School Library in  Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m. 

  

  

 Jean Schilling, Board President Steven Rollefson, Interim Board Secretary 

Unapproved CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - December 16, 2024 

The Regular Board meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on December 16, 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 Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, Communication/HR Director Anna Blair, Brooke Brunsvold, Ken Estes, Dalcy Lorentzen, Barb Shafer, Deb Hamand, and Roger Wilcox. 

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

Public comment was made by Ashley Kohler regarding the Elementary Music Concert and the amount of positive feedback she has received and a kudos to Miss Day on an outstanding first concert with Central Springs. 

Administrative reports were heard from Board President Schillings who talked about the auditors being on site at the end of November, she also talked about how fast AI is coming and how we decipher from what is real and what is AI generated. Principal Ken Estes shared about winter sports, how the student council went to the Mason City Salvation Army to help sort and display Toys for Tots Christmas gifts. He also mentioned that we had 6 students go to Honor Band at Drake University. Principal Brunsvold submitted a report stating that the new process for daycare drop off and pick up at Nora Springs has had a positive impact. She also mentioned that the annual Turkey Bowling took place in November at the Panther Pride Assembly, which is a favorite for students and staff. Principal Hoffman submitted a report in which he talks about how they implemented “THANKS FOR BEING A BUDDY” where slips were handed to students who were demonstrating positive citizenship. He also stated that the intermediate students held their annual Christmas Store where 4th and 5th graders could purchase new/slightly used items for $0.25 this allows students to purchase gifts for family members while also raising proceeds for those in need. Superintendent Lehmann provided an update on the conference alignment, gave an overview on what we currently have for Operational Sharing, and shared the vehicle purchases that we have made with the Grant for WCDA. He also talked about HUDL TV, the ParaEducator Certification, and the Iowa LGRP Annual Report. 

For Consent Agenda motion was made by Kohler, seconded by Arthur to approve the minutes from the November 18, 2024 regular board meeting. To approve the contract for Laci Rye, Paraeducator, and the employee resignations from Elizabeth Larson, Paraeducator; Kaylee Heagel, Assistant Volleyball Coach; Elizabeth Asfahl, High School Science. Motion carried unanimously. 

In New Business a motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Rowe to approve the financial statements as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Board bills were presented in the amount of: General - $276,643.34, Management- $35,623.50, SAVE- $15,068.85 PPEL - $2,493.59 Activity - $24,877.86, Nutrition - $32,239.54. Motion was made by Arthur and seconded by Kohler. Roll call vote: Schilling - Aye, Rowe - Aye, Kohler - Aye, Arthur - Aye, and Bermen abstained. 

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to adjourn the Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 5:23 p.m. 

The Organizational Meeting of the New Board of Directors was called to order by Secretary Jackie Dalluge at 5:24 p.m. Board members in attendance were Ashley Kohler, Jean Schilling, Joe Rowe, Sean Arthur, and Josh Berman. 

Nominations for Board President were requested. Jean Schilling was nominated. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote: Schilling – Schilling, Arthur –Schilling, Rowe – Schilling, Kohler – Schilling, Berman – Schilling. Jean Schilling was elected Board President and was given the Oath of Office. 

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

Nominations for Vice-President were requested. Arthur was nominated. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote: Schilling – Arthur, Arthur – Arthur, Rowe – Arthur, Kohler – Arthur, Berman – Arthur. Sean Arthur was elected Board Vice-President and was given the Oath of Office. 

In Old Business the board discussed VPPEL and having Nelson Media Company do some videos of the school. They also discussed dates and times of tours for the public at each campus, an talked about what building upkeep and maintenance would be done with a VPPEL. The board also agreed on where they would like polling locations to be for the VPPEL. 

In New Business, Jackie Dalluge was appointed Board Secretary. Roll call vote: Schilling – Dalluge, Arthur – Dalluge, Rowe – Dalluge, Kohler – Dalluge, Berman – Dalluge. Jackie Dalluge was elected Board Secretary and was given the Oath of Office. 

A motion was made by Berman and seconded by Kohler to approve the review of Board Policies Standard Policy Review: 600, 601.1, 601.2, 602.1, 602.2, 602.3. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Berman and Second by Rowe to approve the District and the Resolution Ordering Election. Roll Call Vote: Schilling-Aye, Kohler-Aye, Berman-Aye, Rowe-Aye, Arthur-Aye 

Phase 4 Controls Proposal for Nora Springs Campus was approved by Kohler and seconded by Arthur. This is for the 4th phase of upgrading the control system at the Nora Springs campus.

This will address 8 classrooms, an exit area, and two restroom areas. The quote for labor and material is $54,815 for this project. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Rowe and Seconded by Arthur to approve the SBRC request in the amount of $267,600 for Open enrollment out not on prior year’s headcount. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Berman and second by Arthur to approve the SBRC request for English Learners (EL) Instruction Beyond 5 years in the amount of $3,678. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Rowe to approve the District Developed Service Delivery Plan. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to approve the NIACC Concurrent Enrollment addition of BUS 122 Emerging Business Pract/Tech. Motion carried unanimously. 

Roger Wilcox from Grundmeyer Leadership Services was at the meeting working with the board on the search process and reviewing the survey results. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to approve the SBRC request for the amount of $149,985 for At-Risk/DOP. Motion carried unanimously. 

A motion was made by Arthur and Seconded by Kohler to approve the request to waive the 90 Day eligibility period for an Open Enrolled Student. Motion carried unanimously. 

Suggestions for the January 20, 2025 board meeting include the continued discussion of VPPEL. 

A motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Arthur to go into exempt session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) the board went into an exempt session at 8:15 p.m. to discuss negotiations. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Rowe and seconded by Arthur to come out of the exempt session. Motion carried unanimously. 

Motion was made by Kohler and seconded by Berman to adjourn the Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. 

Our next board meeting will be held on January 20, 2025 in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m.

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Jean Schilling, Board President                        Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary

CENTRAL SPRINGS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES - October 30, 2024 

The Special Board Meeting for the Central Springs Community School Board was held in the High School Library in Manly on October 30, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President Jean Schilling. Other Board members present were Ashley Kohler, Josh Berman, Joe Rowe, and Sean Arthur. Also present were Superintendent Darwin Lehmann, Board Secretary Jackie Dalluge, Trent Grundmeyer, and Kris Kenison. 

The Board of Education met with Trent Grundmeyer, from Grundmeyer Leader Services in regards to the superintendent search process; they worked on a timeline for the hiring process and discussed possible salary and compensation packages. 

President Schilling adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m. 

Our next board meeting will be held on November 18, 2024 in the Middle School Library in Nora Springs beginning at 6:00 p.m.

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Jean Schilling, Board President Jackie Dalluge, Board Secretary