April 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Board Member Doug Willoughby read the Mission Statement.

Discussion:  Allo Communications presented a check from contributions to CPS though their Allo for Education Program.

Discussion:  There were no items removed from the Consent Agenda.

Discussion:  Jason Schapmann, Director of Human Resorces and Fiscal Support, presented some payments showing on the M5 financial report. These included Apple, Inc. for replacement ipad, Woodriver Energy for natural gas, and some new smoke detectors that were purchased. 
Mr. Schapmann said the budget freeze will likely being next month.

Discussion:  An update of hiring and resignations was shared by Mr. Schapmann. Dr. Kay added information about the resignations and mentioned this is the lowest  in 5 years, it is under 11%. Many districts are at 18% for staff leaving.
There was discussion on how other districts operate with benefits that are offered and required curriculum. CPS has very high expectations of their teachers. 

Discussion:  Nicole Anderson, Director of Communications and Foundation, reported on the events and programs running funds through the CPS Foundation. She shared high points of the Discoverers or Dinstinction Banquet. Mrs. Anderson said Grandfriends Day has brought about 1725 people to our buildings, it is a great event for students and families. 
Total contributions for March is $47,367.03; Year to date $82,571.28.

Discussion:  Teresa Hausmann, Director of Teaching and Learning, said that the Open SciEd Curriculum is out for review. 

Discussion:  Chip Kay, Superintendent, updated on the online public meeting tomorrow night. He said their a couple more presentations coming soon. He invited the board members about handing out staff thank you cards on May 6 and 7. Dr. Kay said the Retirement and Staff Recognitions Event is on May 9. Also shared was the date for the Top 10%/Freshmen Scholar Dinner at CHS on May 7.

Discussion:  Dr. Kay said this will be submitted to NDE for approval. This model will be used starting 2025-2026.

Discussion:  Dr. Kay explained that in an emergency situation without the resolution for utilizing a CPS building an emergency meeting would need to scheduled to vote. If time for safety and quick action in necessary this would delay being able to help quickly. CPS would manage the building, other organizations would be managing the other pieces of an emergency situation. Kramer is the most likely building to use. The resolution was changed to Superintendent or designee.

Discussion:  The board shared it seems the year has gone by quickly. Those who attended the Discoverers of Distinction Banquet were very impressed. There was discussion regarding speech and debate at CHS.

Discussion:  The board did not go into Executive Session.

Discussion:  The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 pm.