ISD #2184 School Board
meets Feb. 27
MINUTES OF THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2184,
ROCK COUNTY, LUVERNE, MINNESOTA
A regular meeting of the Board of Education, ISD #2184, was held in the District Office on February 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
The following members were present: Michael DeBates, Ryan DeBates, Tim Jarchow, Zach Nolz, Randy Sasker, and Heather Johnson. Also present: Craig Oftedahl, Jason Phelps, Stacy Gilette, Terry Eernisse, Becky Rahm, Jason Berghorst, Jeff Stratton, Josie Crow, Sue Reisch, Andrea Smith, and Mavis Fodness – Rock County Star Herald.
Chairperson Eric Hartman opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. It was noted there is an addendum to the agenda. Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Ryan DeBates, to approve the agenda and the addendum. Motion unanimously carried.
Jeff Stratton, School Resource Officer, gave an update to the School Board on his role in the school district. He reported that he appreciates the principals as they work well together. He has started the D.A.R.E. program with the fifth-grade students this last week with graduation from the program planned for May. Principals also shared that Jeff is a great resource to have when questions arise. It is also great to see him around the schools’ building relationships with the students.
Administrative reports were given.
Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Zach Nolz, to approve the January 23, 2025, school board meeting minutes as presented. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Ryan DeBates, second by Randy Sasker, to approve the following donations.
Steen Reformed Church - $350
Grand Falls Casino - CJ Xaisongkham - $640
Perry & Stephanie Hoven - $100- Boys Hockey
Brian & Tami Bergman - $250- Boys Hockey
First Farmers & Merchants - $200 - BPA
Motion unanimously carried.
Sue Reisch, Josie Crow, and Andrea Smith approached the school board with concerns about the Annual Compliance/Vote of Concurrence or Nonconcurrence - American Indian Parent Advisory Committee. Their concerns included educational offerings within the school district, the ability to apply for grant funding, lack of consultation and collaboration with the AIPAC, and the absence of participation from Elementary staff members in trainings and their committee meetings. The AIPAC committee did meet, and they have registered a vote of nonconcurrence for the school district. The school district has 60 days to respond to their concerns and to file a report with the Minnesota Department of Education. Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Michael DeBates, to acknowledge the vote of nonconcurrence from the AIPAC. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Tim Jarchow second by Randy Sasker, to approve payment of the district and student activity bills as presented: District bills - $681,816.07; Payroll - $1,194,771.98; Grand Total - $1,876,588.05. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Heather Johnson to accept the Student Activity Report showing the balances as of January 31, 2025. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Ryan DeBates, second by Heather Johnson, to approve the Agreement with Southwest Minnesota State University to allow student teachers in our School District. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Heather Johnson, to accept Orange Calendar #3 for the 2025-2026 school calendar. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Tim Jarchow, second by Michael DeBates, to change the June board meeting to June 17th instead of June 19th. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Randy Sasker, second by Michael DeBates to approve the hiring of Skylar Wenninger as head baseball coach. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion made by Michael DeBates, second by Tim Jarchow to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between ISD #2184 and Luverne Education Association. Motion unanimously carried.
Committee reports were given. Heather Johnson reported that the Economics Committee met and discussed the daycare. KidRock has had numerous applications for teachers and aides. They are hoping to start training employees in April.
The upcoming meeting dates were reviewed. Motion made by Zach Nolz, second by Heather Johnson, to adjourn the meeting. Motion unanimously carried.
Dated: February 27, 2025 Michael DeBates, Clerk
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