School District #676 (Badger, Minn.) Proceedings

Minutes of Special Board Working Meeting (Day 1 of 2)

Board of Education Badger ISD 676

PO Box 68, 110 Carpenter Avenue East, Badger, Minnesota 56714

School Board Work Session

Monday, June 5, 2023 8:00 AM in the Business & Tech Room 29

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1. Call to Order at 8:04 A.M.
1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
1.2. Attendance: Board of Education (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and Jared VonEnde Badger Education Association of Teacher Bargaining Representatives (alphabetical order): Sara Carpenter, Mike Coltom, Becky Dahlgren, Ashley Lambert, Gretchen Lee, Heidi Warne Badger School Superintendent: Kevin Ricke Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services: Marshall Thompson, Mediator

2. Approve Agenda
2.1. A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the agenda for the Special Working Meeting held on Monday, June 5, 2023 (1 of 2) as presented. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 6-Yes, 0-No vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

3. Interest Based Collective Bargaining (IBCB) Training and Facilitation with Badger Independent School District 676 and Badger Education Association of Teachers with Mediator: Marshall Thompson, Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services

4. Adjourn: Recommended motion: Member Dostal moved to adjourn at 9:07 P.M. The motion seconded by Member Davy.

Discussion (none); 6-Yes, 0-No vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

Cari Dostal, Clerk:

Jamie Isane, Chairperson:

Minutes of Special Board Working Meeting (Day 2 of 2)

Board of Education Badger ISD 676

PO Box 68, 110 Carpenter Avenue East, Badger, Minnesota 56714

School Board Work Session

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 8:00 AM in the Business & Tech Room 29

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1. Call to Order at 8:03 A.M.
1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
1.2. Attendance: Board of Education (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and Jared VonEnde Badger Education Association of Teacher Bargaining Representatives (alphabetical order): Sara Carpenter, Mike Coltom, Becky Dahlgren, Ashley Lambert, Gretchen Lee, Heidi Warne Badger School Superintendent: Kevin Ricke Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services: Marshall Thompson, Mediator

2. Approve Agenda
2.1. A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the agenda for the Special Working Meeting held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 (2 of 2) as presented. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 6-Yes, 0-No vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

3. Interest Based Collective Bargaining (IBCB) Training and Facilitation with Badger Independent School District 676 and Badger Education Association of Teachers with Mediator: Marshall Thompson, Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services

4. Adjourn: Recommended motion: Member Swenson moved to adjourn at 12:36 P.M. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 6-Yes, 0-No vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

Cari Dostal, Clerk:
Jamie Isane, Chairperson:
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(June 28, 2023

Minutes of Special Board Meeting

Board of Education Badger ISD 676

PO Box 68, 110 Carpenter Avenue East,

Badger, Minnesota 56714

School Board Work Session

Monday, June 5, 2023 7:40 AM in the

Business & Tech Room 29.

Badger School Board Meeting information can be found online at our website: www.badger.k12.mn.us

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1. Call to Order at 7:47 A.M.

1.1. Pledge of Allegiance

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

Jared VonEnde; 5 out of 6 in attendance; Member Olson absent.
1.3. Administration: Kevin Ricke in attendance

2. Recommendation to add and/or remove items to the agenda by Board Members or School Administrators – None

3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the agenda for the Monday, June 5, 2023 Special School Board Meeting as presented. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent

(Olson) vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

4. Consent Agenda
4.1. Accept Paraprofessional Resignation: A motion was made by Member Davy to accept the resignation of Emmie Jacobson, Jr. High/Sr. High Paraprofessional, with the last day employment being Friday, May 26, 2023. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachments: (2)

Description: A sincere thank you to Ms. Jacobson for providing student support services as well as Type III vehicle driving.

Our district is currently advertising for Paraprofessional openings.

5. Communications & Reports
5.1. Re-Assign Sara Carpenter to role of K-12 Vocal and Classroom Music Teacher Attachments: (2)

Description: Sara Carpenter applied for the Choir-Vocal and Classroom Music Teacher opening; she is the most qualified applicant and is the administrative recommendation. Since she is already employed within our district as a full-time teacher, this would be a lateral re-assignment move versus needing to resign and then be re-hired.

This will create an Elementary Teacher vacancy in Grade 5.

6. Proposed Resolutions
6.1. Advertise for Elementary Education Teacher: A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve advertising for a full-time Elementary Education Teacher for SY2023-2024. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)

Description: Vacancy in fifth grade due to re-assigning Sara Carpenter to the Choir-Vocal and

Classroom Music Teacher position.
6.2. Para Recommendation: A motion was made by Member VonEnde to approve the hire of Diann Hauger as a regular part-time (Jr. High & Sr. High) Special Education Paraprofessional position for 7.25 hours per school day for the 2023-2024 school year at Step 19. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
7. Adjourn: Recommended motion: Member Swenson moved to adjourn at 7:53 A.M. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

Cari Dostal, Clerk:
Jamie Isane, Chairperson:_

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(June 28, 2023

Minutes of Board Work Session

Board of Education Badger ISD 676

PO Box 68, 110 Carpenter Avenue East, Badger, Minnesota 56714

School Board Work Session

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:00 PM

in the Music Band/Choir Room 2

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1. Call to Order at 5:05 P.M.
1.1. Roll Call (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and Jared VonEnde (Member VonEnde will be arriving after work day approx. 5:30pm)
1.2. School Employees: Kevin Ricke

2. Facilities Financing Scenarios & Planning for Badger ISD 676 Attachment: (1)

Virtual Remote Presenter: Matt Rantapaa, Senior VP, R.W. Baird & Co.

3. Discussion of Phase I Continuation In-Person Presenter: Jason Splett of ICS
Attachment: (1)

4. Adjourn: Recommended motion: Member Dostal moved to adjourn at 6:29 P.M. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 6-Yes, 0-No vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

Cari Dostal, Clerk:
Jamie Isane, Chairperson:

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(June 28, 2023

Minutes of Regular Meeting

Board of Education Badger ISD 676

PO Box 68, 110 Carpenter Avenue East,

Badger, Minnesota 56714

Regular Meeting

Monday, May 8, 2023 7:30 PM in the Business & Tech Room 29

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1. Call to Order at 7:34 P.M. by Vice Chair Jeramy Swenson
1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
1.2. Roll Call (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and

Jared VonEnde. 5 out of 6 in attendance; Brent Olson absent.

Student (non-voting) Representative: Talisha Hamann absent
1.3. Administration and Department Heads: Kevin Ricke, Stacey Warne and Leah Hasson

2. Visitor Comments – None

Visitors Present in Attendance (alphabetical order): Becky Dahlgren and Gretchen Lee

2.1. Listening Session – None

2.2. Presentation by FCCLA Students: Emily Burkel, Adysen Gregerson, Bethanie VonEnde with Advisor Gretchen Lee Highlights of the Badger Chapter of FCCLA as well as preparations for the National Leadership Conference to be held in Denver, Colorado from July 2-6, 2023

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

Add 9.14. Seek Safety Surveillance Camera(s) and Internet hookup Quotes for the Arena Building/Rocket Field

4. Approval of Agenda
4.1. A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the agenda for the Monday, May 8, 2023 Regular School Board Meeting as amended. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

5. Minutes
5.1. A motion was made by Member Davy to approve the minutes of the School Board Work Session held on Monday, April 10, 2023 as presented. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
5.2. A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting held on Monday, April 10, 2023 as presented. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0

No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachments: (2)
6. Consent Agenda
6.1. Pay Bills: A motion was made by Member Dostal to approve the payment of bills check #62808 through check #62867 for a total of $119,876.91 as listed as well as approve Purchasing Card electronic payments dated May 3, 2023 and Electronic Fund Transfers as submitted. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (Explanation of Invoices for Special Education Services provided by Northwest Regional Interdistrict Council); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachments: (5)
6.2. Accept Paraprofessional Resignation: A motion was made by Member Dostal to accept the resignation of Shawna Grugal, Elementary Title I Paraprofessional, with last day employment being Friday, May 26, 2023. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Sincere thank you for approximately 3.5 years of service. Attachment: (1)
6.3. Accept Paraprofessional Resignation: A motion was made by Member Swenson to accept the resignation of Angela Houska, Elementary Paraprofessional, with last day of employment being Friday, May 26, 2023. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Sincere thank you for 6.5 academic school years of service. Attachment: (1)
6.4. Accept FCCLA Assistant Advisor Resignation: A motion was made by Member VonEnde to accept the resignation of Lorraine Kukowski, FCCLA Assistant Advisor (from Schedule E), with the last day of advising being Friday, May 26, 2023. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Description: Sincere thank you for 20+ years assisting FCCLA. Attachment: (1)
6.5. Accept Teacher Resignation: A motion was made by Member Swenson to accept the resignation of Sarah Johnson, Elementary 4th Grade Teacher, with last day employment at the conclusion of this academic (teacher contract) year. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)

Description: Sincere thank you for approximately 8+ years of service in various roles.
6.6. Accept Teacher Resignation: A motion was made by Member VonEnde to accept the resignation of Dan Carpenter, K-12 Vocal and Classroom Music Teacher, with last day employment at the conclusion of this academic (teacher contract) year. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)

Description: Sincere thank you for approximately 9 years of service.
7. Communications
7.1. Building and Grounds Report > Notes > Shot Put & Discus slab, rings and safety net installed; Long Jump & Triple Jump sandpit and rollout runway work in-progress Shot clocks and scoreboards to comply with Gym requirement arrived
7.2. National Volunteer Appreciation Week April 16-22

At our school we are very fortunate to have Foster Grandparent Volunteers.

Many thanks to Grandma Bev Holm and Grandma Paulette Christianson.
7.3. Administrative Professionals Day April 26

Many thanks for everything our office team does for students, families and staff! A shout out to our ‘Pros’ at Badger: Leah Hasson, Business Manager; Val Truscinski, Technology Coordinator; Sara Olson, Office Manager/Secretary; and frequent sub in the office Anne Stenberg.
7.4. School Lunch Hero Day May 5

School Lunch Hero Day provides an opportunity for us to acknowledge our dedicated food service team of Jody Randall and Angela Monsrud, our school nutrition ‘Pros.’ From one poster: “Ms. Jody and Ms. Angela both of you nourish the lives of our students by filling their tummies and being a positive influence on their lives.”
7.5. National Teacher Appreciation Week May 8-12

Honoring our teachers that lend their passion and skills to educating our children. We say ‘thank you’ and continue to express our gratitude throughout the year, to the extraordinary front-line educators who work diligently with our students and our families.
7.6. Superintendent
7.6.a. Miscellaneous Items to Report by Superintendent Attachments: (3)
7.7. Dean of Students
7.7.a. Student Enrollment as of May 4, 2023 Attachment: (1)
7.7.b. Upcoming Dates of Interest Attachment: (1)
7.7.c. Spring Sports Participation Count Attachment: (1)
7.7.d. Spring Sports Post-Season Tournament Dates Attachment: (1)

8. Reports
8.1. Accept Cash Report: A motion was made by Member Swenson to accept the Cash Report through April 30, 2023 subject to audit. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
8.2. Accept April Donations (THANK YOU) : A motion was made by Member Davy to accept the donations listed below. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Donations: $100 to FCCLA from Curtis Hukee Attachment: (1)

$100 to the Badger Class of 2023 from Northwestern MN Manufacturing Assoc.

9. Proposed Resolutions
9.1. Award Group Health Insurance Bid: A motion was made by Member Swenson to award ISD 676 group health insurance bid to Minnesota Healthcare Consortium (MHC) and Northwest Service Cooperative (NSWC) Medica. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Description: Badger Ed. Assoc. of Teachers supports the recommendation. Attachment: (1)
9.2. Approve Environmental Health & Safety Agreement: A motion was made by Member Dostal to approve the

Environmental/Occupational Health & Safety Management three-year agreement with the Northwest Service Cooperative. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
Description: $4,962.25 for Year 1; $5,111.12 for Year 2; and $5,264.45

Traditionally, our NWSC contacts have been Bryan Byklum and Barb Schmitz
9.3. Candidates for Graduation: A motion was made by Member Dostal to approve candidates for graduation. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Diploma signatures May 19, 2023: The Board Clerk, the Board Chair and Principal –

Superintendent upon verification of 30 completed credits (including all required courses).
9.4. Request for Funding for National FCCLA Competition: A motion was made by Member Isane to approve funding not

to exceed $4,000 based on receipt for attending the National FCCLA Competition July 1-7, 2023. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: 4 Students + 2 Adults Attachment: (1)

Travel (i.e., mileage, airfare, hotel, meals and registration)
9.5. Approve Continuing-Contract for a Teacher: A motion was made by Member Davy to approve a teacher’s continuing

- contract (tenure) for Ms. Sara Carpenter. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none);

5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Ms. Carpenter has/had a one-year probationary period here at ISD 676 due to having

continuing-contract status previously granted in another Minnesota public school district.
9.6. Approve Continuing-Contract for a Teacher: A motion was made by Member Dostal to approve a teacher’s

continuing-contract (tenure) for Ms. Ashley Duray. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Ms. Duray has/had a one-year probationary period here at ISD 676 due to having

continuing-contract status previously granted in another Minnesota public school district.
9.7. Approve Continuing-Contract for a Teacher: A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve a

teacher’s continuing-contract (tenure) for Ms. Patience Thompson. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 4-Yes, 1-No (VonEnde) and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; M.C.

Description: Demonstrating competence during the first three consecutive years of a teacher’s initial

teaching experience within a single Minnesota district is deemed to be a probationary period of employment.
9.8. Advertise for K-12 Vocal and Classroom Music Teacher: A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve

advertising for a full-time K-12 Vocal and Classroom Teacher for SY2023-2024. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Vacancy currently for K-12 Vocal and Classroom Teacher (subject to change).
9.9. Advertise for Elementary Education Teacher: A motion was made by Member Davy to approve advertising for a full

time Elementary Education Teacher for SY2023-2024. The motion seconded by Member VonEnde. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Vacancy in fourth grade (subject to change).
9.10. Advertise for Elementary Paraprofessionals: A motion was made by Member Dostal to approve advertising for at least

two Elementary Paraprofessionals for SY2023-2024. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

Description: Two Elementary Paraprofessional openings were created by resignations (subject to

change). A third Elementary Paraprofessional may be necessary if any of the current internal candidates are re-assigned to fill the older secondary/high school vacancy.

9.11. Special Education Teacher for Secondary/High School grades 7-12: A motion was made by Member Swenson to approve the hire of Toia Starren for a one-year contract for school year 2023-2024 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 6 (Year 7), Lane 5 (MA) plus overload period pay. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (none);5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
9.12. Special Education Teacher for Elementary/Middle School grades K-8: A motion was made by Member

Dostal to approve the hire of Carol Ricke for a one-year contract for school year 2023-2024 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 9 (Year 10), Lane 1 (BA) plus overload period pay. The motion seconded by Member Swenson. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)
9.13. Seek Quotes for Property, Liability, Auto and Cyber Liability Insurance: A motion was made by Member Davy to

authorize Superintendent and Business Manager to seek premium renewal quote for property, liability, auto and cyber insurance. The motion seconded by Member Dostal. Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. Attachment: (1)

Description: Risk management (i.e., property, liability, auto and cyber liability) insurance is not subject

to Minnesota bid laws. However, it has been many years since Badger School District has requested quotes or RFP’s from different risk management (i.e., property, liability, auto and cyber liability) insurance providers.
9.14. Seek Safety Surveillance Camera(s) and Internet hookup Quotes for the Arena Building/Rocket Field: A motion was made by Member VonEnde to approve the authorization for Administration and Technology Coordinator to seek quotes for safety surveillance camera(s) and Internet hookup quotes for the Arena Building/Rocket Field. The motion seconded by Member Davy. Discussion (needs to be compatible with newly installed recording system at the School building); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C.

10. Adjourn: Recommended motion: Member Dostal moved to adjourn at 9:19 P.M. The motion seconded by Member Davy.
Discussion (none); 5-Yes, 0-No and 1-Absent (Olson) vote; U.C. = motion carried unanimously.

Cari Dostal, Clerk:
Jamie Isane, Chairperson:

Badger School Board Meeting information can be found online at our website: www.badger.k12.mn.us

Click on “Badger School Board Meeting Agenda and Minutes” under the “Helpful Links” menu located on the center of the home page.