March 11, 2024 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting

1. Call to Order at __:__ P.M.

1.A. Pledge of Allegiance

1.B. Roll Call (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson, and Jared VonEnde

Student (non-voting) Representative: Open for SY2023-24

1.C. Administration, Department Heads: Kevin Ricke, Leah Hasson, Stacey Warne, Ben Evans

2. Visitor Comments

2.A. Listening Session

Description: 

All speakers are asked to complete the listening session with a Sign-in Card including as much detail as possible and including a printed and/or written copy of your presentation if one is available. The Sign-in Cards are at the table by the entrance door, and anyone who has not called in or emailed the Superintendent, in advance, may complete them now. Please include all requested information on the Sign-in Card so administration can provide follow-up as needed.

This is an opportunity for the Board to listen, the Board will not engage in dialogue. As a general rule, the Board will not comment on or respond to any comments made by speakers. Please do not include names of Badger Community School employees or representatives, their title, or location in your remarks for your own legal protection and the legal rights of staff.

Each speaker will have five (5) minutes to speak; speakers may not roll their time to another speaker. Speakers will be timed and are asked to complete their comments in this time frame. Board members may ask questions if needed.  Please begin your presentation by stating your name and topic only.

In the spirit of fairness to all participants, we request that you respect the format above. Thank you for taking the time tonight to attend this meeting and share your concerns and suggestions.

3. Recommendation to add and/or remove items to the agenda from Board Members or School Administrators

4. Approval of Agenda

4.A. A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the agenda for the Monday, March 11, 2024 Regular School Board Meeting as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

5. Minutes

5.A. Reference copy: The minutes from the School Board Work Session held on Monday, February 12, 2024 were previously approved at the Special School Board Meeting held on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

5.B. Reference copy: The minutes from the Regular School Board Meeting held on Monday, February 12, 2024 were previously approved at the Special School Board Meeting held on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

5.C. A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the minutes of the Special School Board Meeting held on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

5.D. A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the minutes of the Community Action Committee Series 1 of 2 School Board Work Session held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

6. Consent Agenda

6.A. Pay Bills: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the payment of bills check #63510 through check #63588 for a total of $105,901.90 as listed as well as approve Purchasing Card electronic payments dated March 4, 2024 and Electronic Fund Transfers as submitted. The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

7. Communications

7.A. National School Social Worker Week March 4-8

Each year, during the first full week of March, Badger Community School acknowledges and recognizes our own John Lee during National School Social Work Week to show our appreciation for his valuable work helping our students strive toward academic and life success.

7.B. Spring Music Revue Badger's got Talent March 21 and 22

Team of Directors (listed in alphabetical order): Sara Carpenter (Choir), Becky Dahlgren (Theater-Drama), and Lisa Erickson (Band)

Please refer to attached poster

7.C. National Assistant Principals Appreciation Week April 1-5

Here at Badger, we celebrate National Dean of Students Appreciation Week

We appreciate Mr. Stacey Warne because he brings a strong skill-set to our building. He is a good listener, building connections with students, parents and staff, navigating decisions and dilemmas on various issues. He is a pivotal member of the office team. He is a pivotal member of our student support services team. Stacey Warne handles diverse, challenging situations well while keeping his sense of humor intact.

7.D. National School Librarian Day April 4

We will recognize and celebrate with Lorraine Kukowski on National School Librarian Day. Lorraine’s ability to orchestrate a school full of students with numerous projects and ‘library time’ schedules is commendable. Lorraine is dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning and she keeps our school library in smooth working order.
 

7.E. Building and Grounds Report

Description:

Boiler License exam scheduled

Anticipate exploring seeking quotes in next FY 25 for a replacement motorized floor scrubber. Our model is discontinued, and it is becoming difficult to acquire replacement parts and there are electrical issues shortening the lifespan of the batteries.
 

7.F. Superintendent

7.F.1. Explore Hiring International Teachers Information

7.F.2. Miscellaneous Items to Report by Superintendent

7.G. Dean of Students

7.G.1. Student Enrollment at the start of March

7.G.2. Link to Badger District Testing Schedule for Grades 3-11

7.G.3. Upcoming Dates of Interest

8. Reports

8.A. Accept Cash Report: A motion was made by _______________ to Accept the Cash Report through February 29, 2024 subject to audit. The motion seconded by _______________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.
 

8.B. Update on Interest Earning Rates for Certificate of Deposits.  Renewals are agenda items 9.2 and 9.3

The Badger School District currently has a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Border Bank for 12 months and 2.60%.

The Badger School District currently has a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Citizens State Bank for 12 months and  4.00%

• 12 months at 3.00%
• 24 months at 3.15%
• If the CD is under $50,000 the rates will decrease.

• 5 months at 5.02% (current special offered)
• 12 months at 4.90%
• 24 months at 4.40%

8.C. Accept February Donation (THANK YOU): A motion was made by _______________ to accept the donation listed below.  The motion seconded by ________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Donations:

$65.00 to Industrial Arts Department from Martyn Novacek
 

8.D. Report of Meet & Confer topics from the meeting held with Badger Education Association of Teachers on February 28, 2024 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

9. Proposed Resolutions

9.A. Approve 2024-2025 Academic Calendar: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year as presented (Option #4). The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Description:

Current MN Statute does not permit school (classes) to start before Labor Day Monday, September. 172 student days and 180 teacher contract days are scheduled.

Attached is the recommended 2024-2025 Academic Calendar presented for Board approval.  Option #4 is supported by both the Badger Education Association of Teachers and Administration.

9.B. Border Bank CD Renewal: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve renewal of a $________ Certificate of Deposit from Border Bank at _____ months and _____ %. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.C. Citizens State Bank CD Renewal: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve renewal of a $________ Certificate of Deposit from Citizens State Bank at _____ days/months/years and _____ %. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.D. Membership in Northwest MN Council of Collaboratives: A motion was by ____________________ to approve membership and payment of $1,350 dues to the Northwest Minnesota Council of Collaboratives for 2024.  The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.E. Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve hiring Tiffany Olson as a Long Term Substitute Elementary Title One Paraprofessional beginning March 6, 2024 and working through Friday, May 24, 2024 for 388.25 paid duty hours. Placement on the Non-Certified Staff Agreement Uniform Step Rate of Pay Scale for Paraprofessionals is $15.55 per hour (Step 4). The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.
 

9.F. Special Education Teacher for Secondary/High School grades 7-12:  A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the hire of Toia Starren for a one-year contract for school year 2024-2025 as a Secondary Special Education Teacher contingent upon Out-of-Field Permission (OFP) by Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB).  Salary schedule placement would be Step 8, Lane 5 (MA) plus overload period pay. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Description:

Ms. Starren is enrolled in a Specific Learning Disability (SLD) Licensure Program of Study through Bemidji State University; therefore, upon completion of enough additional credits she may advance an educational Lane(s) on the salary schedule verified by official transcript.
 

9.G. Special Education Teacher for Elementary/Middle School grades K-8: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the hire of Carol Ricke for a one-year contract for school year 2024-2025 as an Elementary/Middle School Special Education Teacher contingent upon Out-of-Field Permission (OFP) by Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB).  Salary schedule placement would be Step 11, Lane 1 (BA) plus overload period pay. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

10. Adjourn: Recommended motion: ____________________ moved to adjourn at _________ PM. The motion seconded by ____________________.

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.