Logan-Magnolia Community School May 14, 2025 The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education of the Logan-Magnolia Community School District was held on the above date at 6:00 P.M. in the high school media center. Roll call vote was answered by President Brian Koenig, Vice-President Julie Witte, Director Travis Kuhlman, Director Derrick Mether, and Director Brianne Niedermyer (via Zoom). Superintendent Jacob Hedger, Secondary Principal Blake Dickinson, Elementary Principal Jill Kiger, Secondary Teacher Baylee Thompson, and Delaney Aquallo. Kayla West, and, Jamie Arbaugh were also present, along with community members as attached. 2. Review/Change/Approve Agenda Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Derrick Mether, carried. 5-0. 3. Public Speakers Ethan Evans spoke to the board about future generations who are homeschooled-dual enrolled students to be able to walk at the commencement ceremony. He was asking for policy #505.8 to be changed. 4. Administrators/Directors’ Reports Elementary Principal Jill Kiger Noteworthy events: • The district has received the Rising Star award from Capturing Kids Heart for our implementation of these practices this year. Staff, students and parents are currently taking the end of the year survey. This data will be used to plan for next year. The Process Champions team will meet on May 27th. • Our second year mentees shared their learning from the Writing Rope at our May 2nd morning professional development time. • The spring concert and Grandparent’s Day were both very successful and well attended. • ISASP testing is complete-We will be excited to share our data with the board when we are able. • FAST testing is almost done and results will be shared soon. • Connections survey results spring 2025 DATA • The elementary had 240/245 students indicating three or more connections. All of the students that were identified after the first connections survey showed increases in connection. As staff plans for the future, they have determined and will give it in late September 2025 and late January 2026. Upcoming events: • May 22 is the last day of PK, K and TK. Preschool graduation will take place at 1:00. • May 23 is Kindergarten and TK round up. Students in 1st-6th will attend school from 8:15 11:30. February 11 Paws Day Reading Secondary Principal Blake Dickinson Overview: One of the more memorable events of the last month was our Paws Day event that included a morning of community service and an afternoon of food, games, and time together. Through the whirlwind of the end of the school year, it is important to take time like this to “paws,” reflect, and appreciate the growth our students have exhibited and the work that has been put into getting everyone to the finish line. Notable moments: • The Quiz Bowl team sent six students to the national competition in Chicago. • The junior and high school Hope Squad groups put on their annual Hope Walk that raised money. • Spring sports are finishing up their seasons with lots of growth and personal bests - the boys track team has set five school records in addition to a team win at Woodbine. • Will Andersen received 8th place in the 100 meters at Drake. • Our sophomores presented their science fair projects to many students, teachers, and community members. Brodie Davis, Rowdy Anderson, and Zach Diggins winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. • We had 10 Outstanding Award winners at the WIC art show and several more received honorable mention. • Seven BPA students competed at the national competition in Orlando. • Junior high students put on their production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. • The secondary recognized our Top Cats for the month of April who demonstrate the trait of perseverance. They included Sophia Johnson - 7th grade, Bentley Runge - 8th grade, Jillian Vana - 9th grade, Abbigael Poore - 10th grade, Natalie Vana - 11th grade, and Wes Vana - 12th grade. Progress toward goals: #1 - Connections with every student, #2 - More students passing classes • Bi-annual connections survey was conducted and data will be analyzed by staff. 89% of students identified two or more connections and 99% have at least one. • On track to improve last year’s second semester failing rate by 10%. • Mr. Dickinson held the first meeting for the Anxious Generation book study and brainstormed ways to strengthen mental health for our students. • The BLT met to pitch new goals for next year and feedback on these ideas was collected from all teachers at our last secondary staff meeting. Superintendent Jacob Hedger Facility/Construction Items - • The Plaza has been poured to the main entry of the Dome. • Elementary Classroom roof is being installed after a few slow downs due to steel production problems. • Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC are the biggest trades occurring currently. • See the Facilities Needs Master List - My plan is to work on and propose a five year plan over the summer months. • Working on FFE for the various spaces. • Student Dome Visit Day - Students will be signing their name on May 15th. Monthly Newsletter - May Newsletter Staff Brags - • School Board - May is School Board Appreciation Month. Thank you to all of you for the time and effort you put into ensuring our school is successful. • Mitchel McKinney - He is in charge of the JH play/musical. This is a big undertaking. He does all of this on his own. • Jacque Charbonneau - She does everything with diligence, patience, and kindness. She is as solid as they come! Open Teaching Positions Current open positions are: • JH Basketball Coach (Boys and Girls) • JH Asst. Basketball (Boys and Girls) • Paraeducators • Cook Legislation Update • Cell phone ban - Sample Policy • Conference Realignment • 8th Grade Sport Participation - Did not pass. • Fixes to the Chronic Absenteeism Bill • Curriculum: Math Counts, Civics Test 5. Consent Agenda Approve Minutes, Bills, and Financial Statements Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the consent agenda, prepaid bills, board bills, financial statements, and minutes of April 9, 2025, April 17, 2025, and May 5, 2025, meetings. The motion was seconded by Julie Witte, discussion, carried. 5-0. Fundraising – Open-Enrollment in- Linnea De Handbury-1 student Rachelle Miller- 2 Students Kiley Petersmith- 1 Student Rabecca Lambertsen- 2 Students Open-Enrollment Out- Staci Anderson- 1 Student Rachel Wills- 1 Student Personnel- Resignations- Dan Thompson JH Girls Wrestling, Para-Corlis Carlson, Play Director Mitchel McKinney Contracts- Elementary Teachers Elizabeth Meeker, Jadyn Hessenius, Laura Henry, Middle School Counselor Caitlyn Niehus, Linnea Handbury – Para, JH Musical/Play - Janet Drown, Asst., JH Musical/Play - Shared Position - Gabriel Potts, Daisy Ortiz, HS Musical/Play - Gabriel Potts, Asst. HS Musical/Play - Daisy Ortiz, Danielle Richter Community Engagement Specialist. Volunteers- 6. Early Childhood Center Arbest Early Learning Center presented an even more in-depth discussion on the running of their early childhood center. They spoke to the board about their business plan, prices, and possible floor plans. They presented a lease agreement to the board as well. Arbest answered questions from the board members. 7. Student Council Sponsors The student council sponsors were there to present about getting a higher level of compensation similar to other sponsors who are also year-round. 8. Dome Use Guidelines The board presented the dome use guidelines that have been created with the Woods Foundation. The board thanked Mike Dickinson, and Steve Eby for the work that has been accomplished so far, and their commitment to the school and the community. Derrick Mether approved the dome use guidelines as presented, seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussed, carried. 5-0. 9. Construction- Pay Apps and Change Orders A. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the application for pay application #12 presented, seconded by Derrick Mether, discussed, carried. 5-0. B. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the application for pay application #7 for the elementary as presented, seconded by Derrick Mether, discussed, carried. 5-0. C. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve PCO #66 for $4,075.00 as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 10. Building Facility Julie Witte moved to approve the bid from Carroll Seating Company for office cabinets in the dome, seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussed, carried. 5-0. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the bid from School Specialty for elementary addition classroom furniture, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the bid from Midwest Distributing for Ice machine for the Dome Addition, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. Mr. Hedger spoke to the board about the Softball Crows Nest. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the purchase of materials for grounds of $10,000.00, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 11. Capturing Kids Hearts Derrick Mether moved to approve the Renewal from Capturing Kids Hearts for $15,350, seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussed, carried. 5-0. 12. GHAEA Derrick Mether moved to approve the SBI Contract with Green Hills AEA, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. Derrick Mether moved to approve the ELL Contract with Green Hills AEA, seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussed, carried. 5-0. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the Transfer of State Funding Contract with Green Hills AEA, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 13. Girls Wrestling Request District admin spoke to the board about the renovation of a portion of the bond building. Julie Witte made a motion for the renovation, there was no second, motion died. 14. Science Classrooms Renovation Mr. Hedger spoke to the board about his plan of action for the renovation of the science rooms. He presented notes from the teachers, and his planned timeline for the project. No action was taken. Mr. Hedger answered questions from the board. 15. Superintendent Evaluation (Closed Sessions) Travis Kuhlman moved into closed session at 8:32P.M. pursuant to Iowa code section 21.5 seconded by Julie Witte, carried. 5-0. Travis Kuhlman moved into an open session at 9:12 P.M. seconded by Julie Witte, carried. 5-0. 16. Adjournment The next board meeting is May 28, 2025, and Regular June 11, 2025 Travis Kuhlman moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:13 P.M., seconded by Julie Witte, carried. 5-0. President Secretary OPERATING FUND ACCESS SYSTEMS INC., LEASE AGREEMENTS 854.72 AGRILAND FS, INC., biodiesel & gasohol 5,086.21 AHLERS & COONEY PC, LEGAL SERVICES 276.00 AIRGAS USA, LLC, RENTAL GAS FOR SHOP, SUPPLIES 452.90 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, SUPPLIES 5,374.80 AMERICAN COLOR IMAGING, SUPPLIES 55.95 BONSALL TV & APPLIANCE, REPAIR SERVICE WASHER 140.00 BORUFF PLUMBING, REPAIRS 1,986.99 BOYER VIEW TRUCKING LLC, HAUL CRUSHED ASPHALT TO FIELDS 1,951.80 CAPITAL ONE, SUPPLIES 197.83 CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY CO, REPAIR AND SUPPLIES 7,065.27 CENTRAL IOWA DISTRIBUTING INC, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP. 465.00 CITY OF LOGAN, WATER 2,620.98 CLAYTON RIDGE CSD, OPEN ENROLLMENT-WITHIN IA TLC, EI, PD 1,347.34 COUNCIL BLUFFS COMM SCH DIST., OPEN ENROLL LEVEL 3 IND. 18,712.64 COUNTRY HARDWARE, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP., RESALE WOODS 775.78 D&M CONCRETE, L.L.C., CONCRETE RISERS AND LIDS 790.00 DANNCO INC, BLEACHERS - JIMMY KING 27,930.00 DREES COMPANY, REPAIR FREEZER 1,270.60 DROWN, JANET, paws days supplies 71.84 DUNHAM HARDWOODS, RESALE 81.23 FORMLABS INC., JIMMY KING EQUIP 3D PRINTER 7,212.91 GOODWILL INDUSTRIES, INC., LEVEL 2 IND. 4,375.00 GOPHER SPORT, ELEM PE SUPPLIES 384.07 GREEN HILLS AEA FIDUCIARY FUND, ELL SERVICES 3,125.00 HEALY AWARDS INC, AWARDS-YEARLY 69.08 HEARTLAND SCHOOL, OPEN ENROLLMENT LEVEL 3 IND. 7,922.00 HORNBECK TURF & TREE SERVICES, LLC, FERT., SPRAY 899.00 IOWA COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK, PORT CHARGE/INTERNET 617.47 IOWA H S MUSIC ASSOC, 25-26 DUES, HS MUSIC AWARDS 93.00 IOWA WESTERN COMM. COLLEGE, ONLINE COLLEGE CLASSES, COLLEGE EARLY START COMMIT., MED TERM AND HTH PROG 54,880.00 J W PEPPER & SON INC, HS BAND SUPP 40.99 JOSTEN'S, GRAD SUPPLIES 509.75 KIEWIT LUMINATIUM, 4th grade trip 730.00 KLEEN SLATE CONCEPTS, ELEM KNG SUPP. 62.24 LAKESHORE, ELEM TK SUPP. 365.58 LOFTUS HEATING, INC., REPAIRS 1,388.08 LOGAN AUTO SUPPLY, REPAIR PARTS 243.37 LOGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, DUES & FEES 100.00 LOGAN FLOURS BAKING CO., SUPPLIES (TEACHER QUALITY PROF DEVEL) 263.10 LOGAN SUPER FOODS, FCS FOOD, SUPPLIES 451.25 M&E PLASTIC REPAIR, SLIDE REPAIR 367.00 MAPLE 85, HS SCIENCE SUPPLIES 720.00 MASTER TEACHER, THE, AWARDS STAFF RECONG., REWARDS SUPPLIES 1,722.80 MATH LEARNING CENTER, THE, WORKBOOKS 5,823.36 MEDICAL ENTERPRISES INC, SUP. DRUG TEST, 2 DRUG TESTING kits 132.00 MENARDS, SUPPLIES 152.16 MIDAMERICAN ENERGY, GAS & ELEC 11,834.26 MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS, LEGAL PRINTING 970.07 NETA, TECH CONF. REG. 229.00 OFFICE DEPOT, SUPPLIES 55.86 OFFICE DEPOT, SUPPLIES 205.60 PAPILLION SANITATION, GARBAGE COLLECTION 776.17 REALLY GOOD STUFF, INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 26.94 T&S ELECTRIC INC., REPLACE GFI OUTLET 152.00 THOMPSON, DANIEL, TRAVEL BPA / FOOD/TRAVEL 2,434.84 USI, LAMINATE 1,018.35 VERIZON WIRELESS, TELEPHONE 206.36 WATER ENGINEERING, PURCHASED SERVICES 220.00 WILLIS SUPPLY COMPANY, AIR FILTERS 764.72 WINDSTREAM IOWA COMMUNICATIONS, TELEPHONE 1,108.75 WOODHOUSE, REPAIR VAN 190.63 Fund Total: 190,350.64 CAPITAL PROJECTS GENESIS CONTRACTING GROUP, PAY APP #12, PAY APP #7 ELEM 668,730.77 incite Design Studio LLC, ARCHITECT FEES 6,720.00 TD2 NEBRASKA OFFICE, GEO TECH SERV 3,679.00 TERRACON CONSULTANTS, INC, CONST. SERVICE 357.25 Fund Total: 679,487.02 LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX ACCESS SYSTEMS INC., LEASE AGREEMENT COPIERS 1,855.85 B&R CONCRETE, CONCRETE FOR BLECHERS 4,700.00 BORUFF PLUMBING, REPLACE WATER HEATER IN CONCESSION STAND 2,100.93 COMPANION, software library 1,667.00 DELL MARKETING LP, CHROMEBOOKS 31,803.80 HADDOCK CORPORATION, LOUDSPEAKERS 2,550.00 METHOD TEST PREP, ONLINE PREP COMP PROG. 1,106.05 RDG PLANNING & DESIGN, EQUIPMENT DESIGN 4,000.00 Fund Total: 49,783.63 PHYSICAL PLANT & EQUIPMENT COUNCIL BLUFFS COMM SCH DIST., RENTAL OF LAND & BUILDINGS 2,933.19 Fund Total: 2,933.19 Checking Account Total: 922,554.48 STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, PLAY SUPPLIES, PAWS DaYS AUPPLIES 315.99 CAPITAL ONE, PROM SUPPLIES 101.62 CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, JV SOCCER TOURN 125.00 CHARLIE RIESS, OFFICIATING 4/10/25 80.00 CHESTERMAN COMPANY, VENDING, CREDIT 140.10 COUNTRY HARDWARE, GENERAL SUPPLIES PLAY 219.38 DANNCO INC, BASEBALL SUPPLIES 2,482.65 DEREMER, RON, OFFICIATING 4/14/25, 4/22/25 325.00 FISHER'S PETALS AND POSIES, GENERAL SUPPLIES CLASS OF 2025 465.00 GLANZ, STEVE, OFFICIATING 4/10/25, 4/11/25 280.00 GRAFFIX INC., SOCCER SUPPLIES, HOPE SQUAD SUPPLIES 915.25 HARRIS, MARCUS, OFFICIATING 4/11/25, 4/29/25 400.00 JOE COOPER, PETTY CASH DRAKE 100.00 KATHIE FOREMAN, SUPPLIES FOOD/TRAVEL 1,308.57 KING, JANE, SUPPLIES- HOPE SQUAD 160.93 KRUEGER, BAILEY, NHS SUPPLIES 109.14 KRUSE, DANA, OFFICIATING 4/14/25 170.00 LEWIS CENTRAL COMM SCHOOL, GIRLS WRESTLING ENTRY, GOLF ENTRY 2025 275.00 LOGAN SUPER FOODS, STUD COUNC. 28.48 MALCOM, CAROL, OFFICIATING 4/17/25 200.00 MCGRUDER, JASON, OFFICIATING 4/17/25 200.00 MIESKA, JEREMIAH, OFFICIATING 4/14/25 170.00 MISSOURI VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL, GIRLS HS TRACK 110.00 MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS, PANTHER PRINTS 260.00 NATIONAL ACADEMIC QUIZ TOURNAMENTS, TOURN FEES QB 721.00 OMAHA BURKE HIGH SCHOOL, GIRLS WRESTLING TOURN 1/25/25 150.00 REGG CARNES, OFFICIATING 4/29/25 200.00 SCHLESWIG GOLF COURSE, GOLF ENTRY FEES 60.00 SHENANDOAH CSD, girls wrest and jv tourn 200.00 TROPHIES PLUS, LETTERS SPORTS 2,245.18 UNDERWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, jh track meet 100.00 WAYNE GRUNDLE, OFFICIATING 4/10/25 90.00 WELPER, JACOB, OFFICIATING 4/25/25 165.00 WEST MONONA HIGH SCHOOL, BOYS GOLF SECIONAL 90.00 WOODBINE COMM SCH DIST, DUES & FEES 180.00 WULK, MATTHEW, OFFICIATING 4/22/25 165.00 YOUNG, GARY, OFFICIATING 4/25/25 165.00 Fund Total: 13,473.29 LATCH KEY PROGRAM MARTIN BROTHERS, FOOD-KC 690.18 Fund Total: 690.18 Checking Account Total: 14,163.47 SCHOOL NUTRITION FUND CAPITAL ONE, FOOD 41.88 CHESTERMAN COMPANY, LUNCH LINE, FOOD 642.54 HILAND DAIRY FOODS, FOOD 3,014.54 HOBART SALES & SERVICE, WASHER REPAIR 611.00 LOGAN SUPER FOODS, FOOD 236.01 MARTIN BROTHERS, FOOD CREDIT, FOOD 14,173.70 PAN-O-GOLD BAKING CO, FOOD 638.40 Fund Total: 19,358.07 Checking Account Total: 19,358.07 HCTR 5-28-25
