Board minutes are considered draft minutes until approved by the board.
Regular Board Meeting
March 11, 2026
The Board of Education of Chadron Public Schools was convened in Regular Session on March 11, 2026 by President Huffman at 4:30 PM.
Board members present: Adam Hoesing, Boone Huffman, Tom Menke, Colleen Margetts, Sandy Montague-Roes and Melissia Webster
Routine Matters
President Huffman welcomed visitors to the meeting. President Huffman 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. Montague-Roes, to declare the meeting properly publicized and open to the public. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
Motion by Mr. Hoesing, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to approve the agenda for the Regular Board Meeting for March 11, 2026. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
Motion by Ms. Montague-Roes, seconded by Mrs. Webster, to approve the minutes from the February 11, 2026 Regular Board Meeting. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
High Fives
To the families who participated in our Parent/Teacher Conferences. To Mrs. Kat Rischling and the Musical students from the High School for a great musical. UNL 4H Extension Office for hosting a 5th Grade STEM Day. Congratulations to the following students for placing at the Regional Qualifier Spelling Bee! Hadley Roberts (1st), Emily Roberts (2nd), and Hunter Hutchings (3rd). Hadley qualified to compete in Omaha at the Regional SCRIPPS Spelling Bee. Whitney Tewahade for organizing the Community Art Show. Congrats to all winter sports on great seasons. FFA qualifies four more teams for state competition. The CHS Speech Team will display their talents at the Spotlight On Speech evening of March 16th at 6:30pm in the Auditorium. Thank you to ESU 13 for hosting the Mid-Winter Conference on Feb. 16th.
Recognition of Public Requesting to Comment on Specific Agenda Items
None
Business Transactions
Treasurer’s Report as of February 28, 2026
Ending
Beginning Transfers, Ending Balance
Fund Balance Revenue Expenditures Others* Balance 2.28.25
General Fund 2,997,592.41 2,068,921.86 1,188,846.71 1,216.02 3,878,883.58 2,071,105.29
Depreciation Fund 420,365.56 420,365.56 420,365.56
Lunch Fund 245,237.36 51,946.11 61,082.27 236,101.20 362,465.73
Special
Building Fund 274,487.84 24,397.60 4,821.64 294,063.80 329,064.90
Cooperative
Fund (817.43) 2,828.70 2,827.22 (815.95) 1,636.08
Total 3,936,865.74 2,148,094.27 1,275,577.84 1,216.02 4,828,598.19 3,184,637.56
Motion by Finance Committee, seconded by Ms. Montague-Roes, to approve the bills and claims for the General Fund in the amount of $105,346.78, the Lunch Fund in the amount of $52,329.33, and the Special Building Fund in the amount of $6,484.14. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
Motion by the Finance Committee, seconded by Ms. Montague-Roes, to approve the bills and claims for the Activity Fund in the amount of $29,413.97. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
New Business
No Board Members are planning to attend any conferences at this time.
Motion by Building and Grounds Committee, seconded by Ms. Montague-Roes, to approve the phone contract from Eakes. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
The following policies were reviewed: 1112, 1113, 1117, 1120, 1130, 1190, 1200
Motion by the Policy Committee, seconded by Ms. Montague-Roes, to approve Policies 1114, 1116, 1141, 1180 and 9133 on first reading, waiving second and third reading. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
Personnel
Motion by the Personnel Committee, seconded by Ms. Montague-Roes, to approve the proposed Pay Structure for Paraprofessionals, Building Secretaries and Administrative Office Staff. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
Motion by Ms. Montague-Roes, seconded by Mr. Menke, to accept the resignation of James Myers, MS/HS Vocal Teacher. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
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 that the district has received several information requests that are asking for protected student information, therefore the attorneys have been involved. Budget concerns were discussed. Superintendent Meyers encourages patrons to call with their questions.
Board Member Roundtable (non-action)
Approving the phone system that will help to improve safety is something the Board did tonight for student learning.
Advanced Planning
a. Policy Committee Meeting - March 16, 2026, at 7:00 AM
b. Building & Grounds Committee Meeting - May 4, 2026 at 11:00AM
c. Personnel Meeting - April 8, 2026, at Noon
d. Finance Committee Meeting – April 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM
e. Regular Board Meeting– April 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM
f. Foundation - March 18, 2026, at 7:00 AM
Public Comment Time for Items Not on the Agenda
None
Adjournment
Motion by Mr. Menke, seconded by Mrs. Margetts, to adjourn at 4:54 PM. Roll Call:
Voting Yes: Hoesing, Huffman, Margetts, Montague-Roes, Menke, Webster
Voting No: None
Motion Carried: 6-0
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Boone Huffman Sara Taylor
President, Board of Education Secretary, Board of Education