The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford

Visitors:   Superintendent Paul Peppmeier and Board Secretary Crystal Eggers.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  No comments

Educational News:    No monthly update.   

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that he was in in the district yesterday and is working on meeting as many staff as possible.   Today was new Superintendent training in Des Moines.  One of his goals is to meet 1-on-1 with each board member to discuss expectations as the new Superintendent.  We still have a few openings left to fill.  Mr. Peppmeier has been working with Principal Rachel Montag on how to fill these positions.  Update on wrestling is that West Bend is looking at purchasing a building in West Bend but will have a better idea at August board meeting as to what we need to do for this upcoming season for practice space.    

Daycare: Crystal Eggers updated the board that she is working with Darlene Box to get the Daycare employee handbook and benefits to be more in line with schools.  Will be bringing those items to the board in August.     

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 507.05, 507.05R1, & 708.  Seconded by Smith. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 706.01,  706.02, 706.03, 706.03R1.

Habben moved to approve the following summer projects: Bathroom and sewar repairs by NCIS.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried. 

Habben moved to approve keeping meal prices for 2024-2025 the same as prior year.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve 2024-2025 school registration fees of $95.00 with a family maximum of $225.00 and 3 year old preschool to have a morning and afternoon session with a monthly $90.00 fee.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve the Librarian Sharing Agreement with Emmetsburg Community Schools for the 2024-2025 school year.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:57 pm. Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                                                   Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford

Visitors:   Superintendent Paul Peppmeier, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Rachel Montag, Daycare Director Darlene Box, Tawny Hoover, Brittany Dickey, John Zaugg, and Dawn Schmidt.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Open Public Forum:  Brittany Dickey wanted the board to know that they are here to support the baseball field here in Gilmore City.  They are willing to put forth funds to help with improvements for the safety of the field.  They are also willing to help with fundraising as well.  John Zaugg spoke on behalf of the West Bend Mallard School Board that we appreciate all you do with the sharing agreement and want to continue to work with Gilmore City Bradgate with our sharing agreement.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that she has been busy trying to fill our open positions.  We have a long term sub to help fill some of the classroom, PE, and guidance instruction.  We just did training on our new IReady Curriculum that is being implemented this year.  We have our Open House and BBQ on Thursday night and look forward to meeting the students and families.  All of our staff have been amazing and are so willing to help out wherever needed.   

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that today was a great day getting to meet all the staff. Looking at student numbers we are looking at 95 students.  Possibly only down two students from last year.  Our staff are great to work with and everyone has been willing to help out.  In regard to wrestling we are looking at few options and I will be in touch with Jeff Hoover soon.      

Daycare: Darlene Box updated the board with some closure dates for the holidays.  She will get these posted right away.     

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Smith moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 706.01, 706.02, 706.03, 706.03R1.  Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 401.11, 401.12, 401.12R1, and 401.14.

Habben moved to approve the milk bid from Anderson Erickson and the bread bid from Okoboji Bake Shop for the 2024-2025 school year.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried. 

Telford moved to approve the Legislative Priorities (2) Teacher Recruitment and Licensing, (4)Dropout / At Risk and Mental Health, (6)Private School Choice, & (8)School Safety.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve the 2024-2025 Teacher Sub Pay $150 & Para Sub Pay $95. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Smith moved to approve the Staff Handbook Changes as presented.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve Daycare Staff Changes as presented.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

No action on Building Priorities.

Habben moved to approve the resignation from Mikayla Marsh as a Para Professional.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Olivia Kajewski and Jackie Oliver as Para Professionals, and Liz Benning as Lead Cook.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 6:40 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                   Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, in the Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA  50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters (arrived at 6:36 pm) and Abbi Telford. Absent: April Smith

Visitors:   Superintendent Paul Peppmeier, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, Principal Rachel Montag, and Daycare Director Darlene Box.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Telfod.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that we have been busy working on assessments for reading and math. Preliminary results look like we need to continue to spend extra time on reading.  PLC’s started today and she has heard great things about the meetings and the staff really appreciated the time to collaborate.  We continue to work on our staffing needs as we are still short staff in several areas.  Staff has been tremendous in helping out and filling in wherever needed.    We haven’t been 100% in staff attendance yet since we started back so working on getting all of our roles filled to help with that. 

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that we are looking at dates in October to have a joint board meeting with West Bend Mallard.  Currently looking at October 8^th to have our regular meeting and the joint board meeting in West Bend.  Next Tuesday is US Constitution Day and schools are required to do some kind of education in regard to this.  Angela Naeve has been working hard on putting together a program for this day with the help of some staff from West Bend Mallard as well.  Homecoming is coming up the week of September 30^th.  In the past GCB has come up and done the parade with WBM.  Unfortunately, with the timing of the afternoon activities and the busing we would have to return to Gilmore City late in order to participate.  Administration will work on seeing what they can do to get both schools involved in Homecoming.  West Bend Mallard had Estes Construction come in and assess our facilities and give us some recommendations on facility updates.  Wondering about doing this for Gilmore City Bradgate as well. 

Daycare: Darlene Box updated the board that the daycare is full and continues to have a waitlist.  We are short staffed and continue to look into hiring.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Telford moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 401.11, 401.12, 401.12R1, and 401.14.  Seconded by Habben. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies:.501.03, 501.09, 501.09R1, 501.09E1 (Rescinded), 501.10 (Rescinded), 501.10R1 (Rescinded), 501.14, and 501.15

Habben moved to approve Bank Iowa in Gilmore City ($5,000,000) as official banking depository for the 2204-2025 school year with limits listed.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried. 

Telford moved to appoint Steve Avery as School Attorney for the 2024-2025 school year.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve Humboldt Newspaper as the official publication for the 2024-2025 school year. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to appoint April Smith as the delegate for the IASB Delegate Assembly.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17 (3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:06 pm.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17 (3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:36 pm.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried

Habben moved to approve the Daycare Staff Handbook Changes as presented.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve staff changes as presented.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

No action was taken on After School Program

Habben moved to approve the quotes for the softball field from Midwest Fence for $19,477.23, D&M Drainage for 13,625 for tiling around the building, and for NCIS to do the boiler repair. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried

Habben moved to approve the resignation of Olivia Kajewski as a Para Professional.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Charlene Hingeley as Para Professional.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 7:03 pm. Seconded by Peters.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in the West Bend Mallard Administration Board Room, 300 3^rd Ave SW, West Bend, IA  50597.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 9:13 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford (by phone). Absent: None

Visitors:   Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, Rachel Montag, and Beau Jergens.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Smith moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that the teaching staff attended their first LETRS training of the year on September 16^th.  This is year 2 of the training.  Teachers learned about the importance of oral language and vocabulary, and how to create language – rich classrooms to enhance reading comprehension.  Also on the same day paraeducators from both GCB and WBM engaged in training from Prairie Lakes AEA on basic roles and responsibilities of a paraprofessional.  We had a really great Constitution Day Program on September 17^th.  Our students prepared and signed their very own “class constitution”, sang the “Star Spangled Banner”, and even heard from two of the “Founding Fathers”. October is full of staff training on LETRS and CPI training.  CPI training is evidence-based and trauma-informed, and it emphasizes techniques that prioritize the safety of everyone involved.  Our preschool teachers are participating in a multi-year professional learning opportunity that began in September.  They are learning about best practices in preschool instruction and how to provide high-quality specially designed instruction. 

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that we are working on certified enrollment and will have official numbers at November’s board meeting.  We will be interviewing a prospective teacher for next year over zoom. 

Daycare: No update.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 501.03, 501.09, 501.09R1, 501.09E1 (Rescinded), 501.10 (Rescinded), 501.10R1 (Rescinded), 501.14, and 501.15. Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 502.06, 505.02, 603.01, and 603.12.

Habben moved to approve the EL Excess Costs of $1,548.00 Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve the quotes for the baseball field for the fence, scoreboard, tiling, and warning track as Phase I of the baseball field project. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried

Peters moved to approve using the $10,000 Casino Grant money to purchase the padding, hitting mat, and artificial mat quotes for the baseball field. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried. 

Habben moved to approve the resignation of Sophia Juenger from Daycare.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Smith moved to approve hiring Sheila Haley, Sandy Kitchen (PT), and Josh Merritt (PT)  as Para Professional.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 10:01 pm. Seconded by Smith.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                      Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in the Gilmore City Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA, 50541.                                                                        

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors: Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, and Rachel Montag.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that Fall conferences went very well. Teachers reported that there were very few parent concerns.  We had 4 grade levels that achieved 100% attendance, and our schoolwide average attendance for Fall conferences was 94%.  Our goal was 100% attendance at all grade levels, so we will continue to work towards that goal during Spring conferences.  Teachers have prepared for Virtual Learning days if approved by the board.  Student packet work is expected to be completed and returned within 2 days of the virtual day, but teachers have flexibility to extend due dates if needed.  Five school staff members were training in CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) in October. These staff learned about the skills needed to build an effective culture of safety within our school.  These staff reported that they feel much better equipped to recognize, prevent, and manage crisis behaviors while using safe behavior intervention strategies to de-escalate student behaviors. 

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that on Friday the 2^nd grade students from West Bend Mallard will be coming to GCB to spend time with the 2^nd graders here to get to know them and build some relationships.  Once a month the plan is to have a different grade get together and we will continue to work on building relationships between both districts.  Our next board meeting in December will now be on December 18^th at 5:30 pm.   

Daycare: No update.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 502.06, 505.02, 603.01, & 603.12. Seconded by Smith. Motion Carried.

Habben moved at 5:39 pm to adjourn the 2023-2024 School Board. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                   Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Organizational Meeting on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in the Gilmore City Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA, 50541.                                                                       

The meeting was called to order at 5:40 pm by Superintendent Peppmeier. The following members were present: Devin Ellrich, Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors: Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, and Rachel Montag.

 All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Smith moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

New Business

Motion made by Habben to nominate Devin Ellrich as Board President. Seconded by Telford.  Peters requested all nominations to cease.  Ellrich was voted President by unanimous vote with Ellrich abstaining from voting.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to nominate Habben as Vice President.  Seconded by Peters.  Telford requested all nominations to cease.  Habben was voted Vice President by unanimous vote with Habben abstaining from voting.  Motion carried.

Board Secretary Eggers administered the Oath of Office to re-elected President Ellrich and re-elected Vice President Habben.  Ellrich took over the meeting as Board President.

Smith moved to approve 5 Virtual Snow Days for the 2024-2025 school year. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

1^st Reading Board Policies: 710.01, 710.01R1, 801.03, & 803.02.

Discussion was held on building priories with no action taken.

Discussion was held on Berryhill Contract.  No action taken and will be brought back to later meeting with more information.

Smith moved to approve hiring Brianna Myer as a Para Professional and Kayla Flemin, Olivia Kajewski, and Suzanne Merrick as Daycare Workers.  Seconded by Habben. Motion carried.

Smith moved to adjourn at 5:55 pm. Seconded by Habben.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                      Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in the Gilmore City -Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: Logan Peters

Visitors:   Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, Rachel Montag, and Beau Jergens.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda as presented.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that the Christmas Concert went well. Mrs. Naeve does an excellent job with our students.  The Senior meal went well and thank you all for helping with this as it is a big task and takes many hands to do.  The events group will be meeting tomorrow to go over what went well and where we can improve for next year.  We will start doing assessments for the students again in mid-January.  Our special education numbers are getting high, and we are looking at ways to make sure we are covered and are possibly going to need to hire more staff.    

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that Beau has been working on getting the school bus fixed that was in an accident on December 6^th.  The other driver’s insurance will be paying for the repairs and we are hoping to get it all fixed by the time we come back from break but for sure in time for the our bus inspections in January.  I have really enjoyed being apart of all the wonderful things happening here with the Holiday Concert, Donuts with Grown-Ups, and the Senior Holiday Dinner.  A lot of awesome things are going on and it has been a great 1^st semester. 

Daycare: No update.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Smith moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 710.01, 710.01R1, 710.01E1, 801.03, & 803.02. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 503.08, 803.08R1, 700, 701.01, 701.03, 701.04, 703.01, & 704.01.

Motion made by Habben to approve the SBRC Allowable Growth for Increasing Enrollment of $0.00. Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to approve SBRC Allowable Growth for Open Enrollment not on Prior Year of $41,812.60.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried. 

Motion made by Habben to approve SBRC Allowable Growth for ELL Beyond 5 years for $0.00.  Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on staffing needs for the upcoming school year.

Habben moved to approve hiring Nolan Vitzthum for counseling services. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on building priorities. No action was taken.

No action taken on Final Settlement of Pending Litigation.

Habben moved to approve the resignation of Jackie Oliver as a Para Professional, Kylie Ohnemus from Daycare, and Angie Thilges as Kitchen.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Habben moved to approve hiring Kylee Ford as a Para Professional and Jessica Uben as an Elementary Teacher for next year.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Smith moved to adjourn at 6:41 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                      Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in the Gilmore City -Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:32 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith (arrived 5:35pm), and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors:   Paul Peppmeier and Crystal Eggers.

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda:  Habben moved to approve the agenda with the addition of item 8.6 Discuss / Approve Bus Purchase.  Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag submitted her report to the board that we are continuing to focus on building positive, strong relationships with the community and our families.  We had a wonderful turn out of Donuts with Grown Ups and our Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner.  Our staff members go above and beyond to make these events a memorable experience for all and I greatly appreciate all of the help that everyone provides.  We will begin FAST and iReady Assessments in the next few weeks.  We are encouraging our students to focus on personal growth, as well as the belief that they can do well.  We are hoping to see a good increase in our percentage of students K-5^th who are meeting grade level expectations. On January 3, we were able to host an author visit.  Amber Tague joined us for an hour of literacy fun, promoting literacy and the importance of reading at school and home.  We had several parent volunteers, and it was such a great experience for our students and staff to meet a real life author.  A very special thank you to Annie Schreier for organizing this event.      

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that he and Rachel did interview a school counselor candidate today.  It was a very good interview, and they are looking at possibly visiting the school tomorrow.  It is a busy time of year.  Starting to work on the school calendar, budget, and negotiations for the upcoming school year.    

Daycare: No update.

Old Business:  None 

Consent Agenda:  Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 503.08, 803.08R1, 700, 701.01, 701.03, 701.04, 703.01, & 704.01. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 704.02, 704.03, & 704.04.

Motion made by Habben to approve the At-Risk Dropout Modification Supplemental Amount of $21,969.00. Seconded by Peters.  Motion carried. 

Motion made by Smith to approve to approve replacing the doors, windows, key fobs, and security cameras on the building priorities list.  Seconded by Habben.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve the Final Settlement of Pending Litigation. Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve Ahlers Cooney Attorneys as legal counsel for the remainder of the year.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve purchasing a 2025 Thomas School Bus from Truck Center Companies for $131,550.00.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

No resignations

Smith moved to approve hiring Megan Schreiber as a Daycare Worker.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Smith moved to adjourn at 6:27 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion Carried.

 

______________________________________            ________________________________
Devin Ellrich, President                                                                   Crystal Eggers, Secretary

 

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2025, in the Gilmore City -Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors:   Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, Rachel Montag, Beau Jergens, and Rachel Jacobsen

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda: Telford moved to approve the agenda. Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that we have several staff and parents that have signed up for a transformative book study that is centered around the popular book The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson.  This book provides insights into how parents and caregivers can support their children’s emotional and intellectual growth, fostering a more connected and balanced life.  This collaborative initiative has been a valuable step in strengthening the partnership between home and school and we look forward to additional opportunities to engage with our parents and community.  We recently completed our Winter assessments for FastBridge, iReady Reading and iReady Math.  Teachers seem very pleased with the growth of most of our students.  Our K-5^th grade FastBridge scores increased from 55% proficient in the Fall to 61% proficient this Winter.  This is great news and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teachers.  Their commitment to providing high quality instruction, personalized support, and fostering a love of learning is truly commendable. 

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that with all the late starts we are getting close on hours for the school year and might have to cancel some of the early outs to make up hours if needed.  We are working on the budget for next year and will be in Des Moines for budget meetings the next few days. 

Daycare: Daycare will be closed June 30 – July 6^th for cleaning. 

Old Business: None 

Consent Agenda: Habben moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 704.02, 704.03, & 704.04. Seconded by Peters. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 502.11, 707.04, 707.05, 707.05R1, 711.10.

Public Hearing for the Proposed Property Tax was set for March 26, 2025 at 5:30 pm.

Motion made by Habben to approve replacing the lockers on 2^nd & 3rd floors, asbestos removal of the tile on the 2^nd & 3^rd floor hallways, new flooring on the 2^nd and 3^rd floor hallways, bathroom remodels on 2^nd & 3^rd floor, replacing the current freezer, weed control quote from Ryan Cirks, and redoing the baseball infield and outfield quote from Iowa Sports Turf on the building priorities list.  Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:31 pm. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 6:37 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Peters to approve the resignation of Laura Merritt as Special Education Instructor effective at the end of the school year and Josh Merritt as a Para Professional effective immediately.  Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to approve hiring Callie Parker as an Elementary Instructor and Tanyon Schutjer as a School Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year, Christina McCollum and Johnna Benz as Para Professionals, and Nevaeh Barton, Gracie Dornath, and Megan Schrieber as daycare workers. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Telford moved to adjourn at 6:50 pm. Seconded by Habben.  Motion Carried.

 

____________________________________            ________________________________

Devin Ellrich, President                                            Crystal Eggers, Secretary

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in the Gilmore City -Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors:   Paul Peppmeier, Crystal Eggers, and Rachel Montag

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda: Habben moved to approve the agenda. Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Educational News:   

Rachel Montag updated the board that they just had some para training this month and have received a lot of positive feedback about the training.  Several paras have expressed interest in more training like this.  LETRS training is wrapped up after 2 years of training.  The training has showed the importance of having time to write everyday for our students.    

Superintendent Peppmeier updated the board that we are out of virtual snow days now.  Hopefully we will not have any more missed days because of weather.  We will be having a snow make up day on April 21, 2025.  We will continue to work on figuring out salaries and staffing for the upcoming school year.

Daycare: No news. 

Old Business: None 

Consent Agenda: Telford moved to Approve Consent Agenda.  Approve Minutes, Approve Warrants, Approve Financial Reports as presented, Open Enrollments as presented, Fundraisers as presented, 2^nd Reading of Board Policies: 502.11, 707.04, 707.05, 707.05R1, 711.10. Seconded by Habben. Motion Carried.

New Business

1^st Reading Board Policies: 300, 301.01, 302.01, 302.02, 302.03.

Public Hearing for the FY2026 Budget was set for April 16, 2025 at 5:30 pm.

Public Hearing for the 2025-2026 School Calendar was set for April 16, 2025 at 5:30 pm.

Motion made by Habben to approve the Budget Guarantee Resolution.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve the AEA Purchasing Agreement for the 2025-2026 school year. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

No action on Building Priorities        

Motion made by Habben to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 5:42 pm. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 5:53 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to approve a $3,000 increase and a $1,500 early signing bonus for Certified Staff. Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to approve the resignation Nevaeh Barton and Gracie Dornath from the Daycare.  Seconded by Telford. Motion carried.

Motion made by Smith to approve hiring Josie Becker as an Special Education Instructor for the 2025-2026 school year. Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:55 pm. Seconded by Smith.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                            Crystal Eggers, Secretary

The Gilmore City-Bradgate CSD Board of Directors held their Special Meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in the Gilmore City -Bradgate Board Room, 402 SE E Ave, Gilmore City, IA 50541.

The meeting was called to order at 5:33 pm by President Devin Ellrich.  The following members were present: Marsha Habben, Logan Peters, April Smith, and Abbi Telford. Absent: None

Visitors:   Superintendent Paul Peppmeier, Board Secretary Crystal Eggers, and Principal Rachel Montag

All motions are unanimously approved unless noted.

Approve Agenda: Smith moved to approve the agenda. Seconded by Telford.  Motion carried.

President Ellrich opened the Public Hearing for the Proposed Property Tax for FY26 at 5:34 pm.  Superintendent Peppmeier presented the proposed property tax for FY26.  The $11.08 rate per thousand was explained that this was lower due to not having the cash reserve levy for FY26.  President Ellrich closed the Public Hearing at 5:35 pm.

Motion made by Smith to enter Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 5:36 pm. Seconded by Habben. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to exit Exempt Session per Iowa Code 20.17(3) – Negotiations Strategy at 5:41 pm. Seconded by Smith.  Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve Administration and Classified Salaries as presented. Seconded by Smith. Motion carried.

Motion made by Habben to approve hiring Mary Lamphier as Elementary Special Ed / Physical Education Instructor for 2025-2026 school year and Tammie Tuttle and Madison Paulsen as daycare workers.  Seconded by Peters. Motion carried.

1^st Reading of Board Policies:  103, 103R1, 605.03R1

Habben moved to adjourn at 5:51 pm. Seconded by Telford.  Motion Carried.

 

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Devin Ellrich, President                                            Crystal Eggers, Secretary