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, 2nd Reading of Board Policies: 706.01, 706.02, 706.03, 706.03R1. Seconded by Telford. Motion Carried.
New Business
1st 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.
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Devin Ellrich, President Crystal Eggers, Secretary
