Board minutes are considered draft minutes until approved by the board.
Regular Board Meeting
February 11, 2026
The Board of Education of Chadron Public Schools was convened in Regular Session on February 11, 2026 by Vice-President Montague-Roes at 4:30 PM.
Board members present: Adam Hoesing, Tom Menke, Colleen Margetts, Sandy Montague-Roes and Melissia Webster
Board members absent: Boone Huffman (excused, notified 1.14.2026)
Routine Matters
Vice -President Montague-Roes welcomed visitors to the meeting. Vice -President Montague-Roes announced the posting of a complete copy of the Open Meetings Act on the east wall of the conference room by the door. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. A quorum was determined to be present.
Motion by Mr. Menke, seconded by Mrs. Webster, to declare the meeting properly publicized and open to the public. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by Mrs. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve the agenda for the Regular Board Meeting for February 11, 2026. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by Mrs. Margetts, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve the minutes from the January 14, 2026 Regular Board Meeting. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
High Fives
Thank you to Rick Barry and Biz Vogl for organizing and running the Chadron Wrestling Tournaments last month. A special thank you to Renae Noble and Josh Stadler and the individuals who helped. CHS FBLA, FCCLA, FFA and Speech have had many successes this semester. High five to teachers for completing and turning in their questionnaire from Ms. Moore in preparation for district-wide curriculum discussions. Elizabeth Hunt for conducting interviews with staff and community members to promote and advocate for After-School programs. To Mikel Landreth, Jenn Cattnach, Dawn Pinnt and Loni Watson in recognition of National School Counselor Appreciation Week. To the First Congregational Church for their donation of winter coats, hats, and gloves to our Primary and Intermediate students. To our maintenance crew, administration, HS staff, community partners, parents, and especially our students and staff for quick responses and calm thinking during our freon leak at the Primary.
Recognition of Public Requesting to Comment on Specific Agenda Items
None
Business Transactions
Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026
Ending
Beginning Transfers, Ending Balance
Fund Balance Revenue Expenditures Others* Balance 1.31.25
General Fund 2,752,353.60 1,442,583.37 1,198,448.43 1,103.87 2,997,592.41 2,347,861.41
Depreciation Fund 420,365.56 420,365.56 420,365.56
Lunch Fund 247,846.09 45,954.10 48,562.83 245,237.36 363,414.69
Special
Building Fund 269,190.39 10,119.09 4,821.64 274,487.84 326,898.63
Cooperative
Fund (817.76) 2,841.50 2,841.17 (817.43) 1,611.42
Total 3,688,937.88 1,501,498.06 1,254,674.07 1,103.87 3,939,865.74 3,460,151.71
Motion by Finance Committee, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve the bills and claims for the General Fund in the amount of $92,877.82, the Lunch Fund in the amount of $61,082.27, and the Special Building Fund in the amount of $4,821.64. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Finance Committee, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve the bills and claims for the Activity Fund in the amount of $58,488.00. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
New Business
No Board Members are planning to attend any conferences at this time.
Motion by Mr. Menke, seconded by Mrs. Webster, to approve the NASB membership for 2026-27. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by Mr. Hoesing, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve the start and end date of the 2026-27 calendar. Teachers start on August 10, 2026 and end on May 19, 2027. Students start on August 13, 2026 and end on May 18, 2027. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
The following Policies were reviewed: 0000, 0100, 0110, 0200, 0220, 0300, 0410 and 1102.
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve Policy 3132 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve Policy 3316 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve Policy 1100 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve Policy 1110 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve Policy 1111 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to approve Policy 5125.1 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Personnel
Motion by Mr. Hoesing, seconded by Mr. Menke, to accept resignations for the following teachers: Brandy Schaack - Intermediate, Stephanie Glass - Middle School and Emma Strong - Special Ed. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by Mrs. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to accept the following resignations/retirements with regret: HS Teachers Craig Nobiling and Vic Bradley. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Motion by Mr. Hoesing, seconded by Mrs. Webster, to approve the HS Teacher Contracts for Rayne Jespersen and Bridget Vaith, authorizing Vice-President Montague-Roes to sign the contracts tonight. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
Student Performance and Program Reports
Administrator Reports Including: Building Principals, Curriculum Director, and Maintenance Supervisor can be found on the district’s website at chadronschools.org.
Superintendent Report and Superintendent-Board Discussion
Superintendent Meyer reported on State Aid estimates for 2026-27. This district has the potential of losing $574,000 next year. There are many legislative bills that if passed could have a negative impact on the district.
Board Member Roundtable (non-action)
Approving two new teacher contracts is something the Board did tonight for student learning.
Advanced Planning
Public Comment Time for Items Not on the Agenda
None
Adjournment
Motion by Mr. Menke, seconded by Mr. Hoesing, to adjourn at 5:05 PM. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Absent: Huffman
Motion Carried: 5-0-1
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Sandy Montague-Roes Sara Taylor
Vice-President, Board of Education Secretary, Board of Education