Meeting Agenda

1. Call to Order at __________ P.M.

1.A. Pledge of Allegiance

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

1.C. Administration and Department Heads: Daniel Carpenter, Stacey Warne, Kassandra Tillberg, Ben Evans
1.D. Student Representative: Open for 26-27 School Year

2. Visitor Recognition

2.A. Listening Session

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

4. Approval of Agenda

5. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
5.A. Approval of Minutes from September 9, 2026, Regular Meeting
5.B. Approval of Minutes from October 7, 2026, Special Meeting

6. Consent Agenda

6.A. Payment of Bills
6.B. BGMR and BGMR / TC, Joint Sports Billing 

7. Communications

7.A. Building and Grounds Report

7.B. Dean of Students Report

7.C. Superintendent Report

8. Reports

8.A. Accept Cash Report

8.B. September 2026 Donations

8.C. Accept FY 2027 Fiscal Quarter 1 Report:

9. Old Business

10. New Business

10.A. MSHSL Foundation Form A Grant Application
10.B. Adoption of Board Policy 208
10.C. Board Policy 721
10.D. Assurance of Compliance Reporting
10.E. Approve 2026-2027 Teacher Seniority List
10.F. LifeCare Health Care Fund-Non Agency Grant
10.G. Snow Removal for 26-27
11. Adjourn
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Meeting: October 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order at __________ P.M.
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1.A. Pledge of Allegiance
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1.B. Roll Call: Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and Jared VonEnde
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1.C. Administration and Department Heads: Daniel Carpenter, Stacey Warne, Kassandra Tillberg, Ben Evans
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1.D. Student Representative: Open for 26-27 School Year
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2. Visitor Recognition
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2.A. Listening Session
Description:
All speakers participating in the listening session are asked to complete the listening session Sign-in Card including as much detail as possible and including a printed / 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 School Board to listen; the School Board will not engage in dialogue. As a general rule, the School 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. School 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.
 
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3. Recommendation to add and/or remove items to the agenda by Board Members or School Administrators
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4. Approval of Agenda
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5. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
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5.A. Approval of Minutes from September 9, 2026, Regular Meeting
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5.B. Approval of Minutes from October 7, 2026, Special Meeting
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6. Consent Agenda
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6.A. Payment of Bills
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6.B. BGMR and BGMR / TC, Joint Sports Billing 
Description:
BGMR Joint Sport Billing for 2025-2026 from GMR to Badger. Wrestling is billed across Badger, GMR, and Tri County (BGMR/TC) Cooperative. 

According to the claim presented by Greenbush Middle River School District to Badger for BGMR expenses and the agreed-upon Wrestling expenses for each district:

BGMR - Badger owes GMR $98,769.87
BGMR/TC (Wrestling) - Badger owes GMR $10,004.01
TOTAL: $100,773.88
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7. Communications
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7.A. Building and Grounds Report
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7.B. Dean of Students Report
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7.C. Superintendent Report
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8. Reports
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8.A. Accept Cash Report
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8.B. September 2026 Donations
Description:
Setpember Donations: NONE
 
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8.C. Accept FY 2027 Fiscal Quarter 1 Report:

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9. Old Business
Description:
No old business.
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10. New Business
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10.A. MSHSL Foundation Form A Grant Application
Description:
The MSHSL Foundation Form A Grant funds are used to offset student activity fees.
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10.B. Adoption of Board Policy 208
Description:
The updated Board Policy 208 adds "technical" to the type of policy revision that may be approved in a single meeting; it allows the board to choose whether to direct staff to incorporate technical revisions into policies.

The addition of the word "technical" adds clarification to the term "minor" when referring to changes in policy that have no impact on the substance of the policy. "Technical" and "Minor" have been synonymous when interpreting Policy 208 in the past; however, it is now recommended to add technical to the policy moving forward.

Under Board Policy 208, new policies or policies that have substantive changes not made to comply with new laws should be read at two meetings which allow for public comment prior to their approval. Public comment will be allowed prior to any action taken.
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10.C. Board Policy 721
Description:
The updated Board Policy 721 adds a provision (Article IV, Subparagraph H.3) regarding thresholds for emergency purchases by the superintendent/others.

Under Board Policy 208, new policies or policies that have substantive changes not made to comply with new laws should be read at two meetings which allow for public comment prior to their approval. Public comment will be allowed prior to any action taken.
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10.D. Assurance of Compliance Reporting
Description:
All school districts must complete an Assurance of Compliance with state and federal law and verify Mandated Reporting training by November 15 each year.

By completing all sections of the Assurance of Compliance, school districts provide written assurance that they do not discriminate in their use of funds provided by the Minnesota Department of Education and that they have informed all mandated reporters of their reporting duties. 

Mandated reporting training to Badger staff was assigned to be completed during the August Back to School workshop via Safe Schools online training module.

This assurance is given by each district in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining any and all federal grants, loans, contracts, property, discounts, or other federal and state financial assistance extended to the district by the U.S. Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE).
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10.E. Approve 2026-2027 Teacher Seniority List
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10.F. LifeCare Health Care Fund-Non Agency Grant
Description:
Badger ISD #676 applied for the LifeCare Fund-Non Agency Grant in late August to obtain funds for the purchase of an ice machine to be used for student and student athletic injury care. This grant is funded by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation.
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10.G. Snow Removal for 26-27
Description:
Historical Plan.
The City of Badger has allowed Badger School to use their Grasshopper snow brusher. The school district has paid for all fuel and maintenance durring snow removal on the Grasshopper.

The City of Badger will assist with removal of snow in the school parking lots if there is a heavy enough snowfall. The City of Badger will bill Badger School for their time.

The administration recommends the school district enter into an agreement  with the city for the 2026-2027 School Year for the historical plan presented above.
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11. Adjourn
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