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June 18, 2024 Minutes
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| School Board Regular Meeting Minutes June 18th, 2024 The Board of Education of Independent School District #238 met on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 at 6:00 pm in Science Room #50 at the Mabel-Canton School, Mabel, MN. Members present in person: Jason Marquardt, Dustin Tollefsrud, Diane Wilder, Chris Miller, Mark Weidemann, Superintendent Gary Kuphal. Also present in person: Principal Weidemann, District Secretary Heather Kleiboer, Charlene Selbee (Fillmore County Journal), Susie Munroe Present via visible-audible technology: Traci Livingood, Sarah Holdmeyer Student Members absent: Rachelle Tollefsrud and Katrinda Whalen were both absent. The meeting was called to order by Cristal Adkins at 6:00 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Motion by Jason Marquardt, second by Diane Wilder and carried unanimously, to approve the Agenda adding the June 4th special meeting minutes for approval. Motion by Diane Wilder, second by Dustin Tollefsrud and carried unanimously, to approve the May 21st, 2024 minutes. Motion by Chris Miller, second by Dustin Tollefsrud and carried unanimously, to approve the June 4th special meeting, 2024 minutes. Consent Agenda: Motion by Mark Weidemann, second by Dustin Tollefsrud and carried unanimously (Diane Wilder abstaining), to approve the following with many thanks for the donations: A. 2023-24 Budget B. Claims Report C. Hire Tamitha Peter as District Assessment Coordinator D. Hire Adam Wilder as Assistant Coach in Boys Basketball E. Hire Brad Groth as Custodian F. Donations:
Reports:
- Congratulations to the M-C Class of 2024 - The READ Act Literacy Program report has been submitted. - MTSS Group is working on determining how some of our students are not at reading levels and discussed how information is being shared to families that qualify.
Items for Action and/or Discussion A. Q-Comp program review from Susie Munroe- She presented that Peer and Admin Reviews are complete, personal goals have been met. B. 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget - Based on 270 enrollment, we are expecting more Minnesota Revenue due to changes in enrollment, less out of state tuition due to loss of families and the stateline agreement, however our district is financially in much better shape than 8 years ago. Motion by Mark Weidemann, second by Jason Marquart and carried unanimously, to approve the preliminary budget presented by Aimee Lake. C. 2024-2025 Resolution for Membership in MSHSL - This is an annual renewal, approval was recommended by Superintendent Kuphal. Motion by Jason Marquart, second by Chris Miller and carried unanimously, to approve the Resolution for Membership in MSHSL. D. 2024-2025 MSBA Dues and Membership - This action item was recommended by Superintendent Kupahl for renewal. Motion by Mark Weidemann, second by Dustin Tollefsrud and carried unanimously, to approve the renewal of the MSBA Dues and Membership. E. 2024-2025 MREA Dues and Membership - This action item was recommended by Superintendent Kuphal for renewal. Motion by Diane Wilder, second by Mark Weidemann and carried unanimously, to approve the renewal of the MREA Dues and Membership. F. School District Insurance Renewal through Marsh & McLennan - It was discussed that there was a 27% increase in the dues for this insurance, but there are very limited agencies that offer School insurance. This Action item was recommended by Superintendent Kupahl for renewal. Motion by Dustin Tollefsrud, second by Diane Wilder and carried unanimously, to approve the renewal of the School District Insurance with Marsh & McLennan. G. Designation of Identified Official with Authority for the MDE External User Access Recertification System - Superintendent Gary Kuphal was approved to act as the Identified Official with Authority (IOwA) for the Mabel-Canton Public School District 0238. H. Agreement between M-C and Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for mental health services - There was discussion about how Hiawatha Valley Mental Health is responsible to send help and resources to our building when requested, but it is difficult to get someone here. Mrs. Weidemann says that they have provided assistance virtually in the past. This service renewal date is July 1st, and so it was recommended that we renew this for now so that there is no interruption in current services to students. Motion by Chris Miller, second by Diane Wilder, motion carried unanimously.
J. Policies 413 (Student Dress and Appearance), 503 (Student Attendance), 506 (Student Discipline), 709 (Student Transportation), 1st Reading - Mrs. Weidemann discussed the work put in to making the policies match our handbook to our policy process and making sure that our rules align also with the transportation company. K. 2024-2025 Student/Parent Handbook - 1st Reading. It was noted that many schools are moving to not allow cell phones in school. While M-C is not necessarily moving to that yet, we want to acknowledge that cell phones are only to be allowed at certain times of the day, and students need to respect the teacher’s wishes during class if they are not to be used. L. 2024-2025 Extra Curricular Handbook - 1st Reading. Not many changes are made with the exception of updating dates. M. Update from Community Meeting on a potential bond referendum - About 6 people were present in addition to School Administrators and a few board members. They had a great tour of the school, led by Mr. Kuphal to outline the areas of the building that we would like to improve. The next meeting will be held sometime in August or September. Adjournment: Motion by Jason Marquardt, second by Diane Wilder, and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 7:06 pm. Future Meeting and Calendar Updates
Jason Marquardt, Clerk ________________________________________________________
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