(Atlantic) Three seats are up for election on the Atlantic School Board. The positions are currently occupied by Laura McLean, Jenny Williams, and Nick Hunt.
School Board President Laura McLean invites prospective candidates to contact her with questions.
Atlantic Business Manager Lisa Jones says papers can be picked up at her office. The first filing date is August 28. The filing deadline is September 21. Those interested in running are signing up for a four-year term.
The School Board approved the following action items on Wednesday:
*Legislative priorities-1. Mental Health 2. School Funding 3. School Safety and Security 4. Preschool
*Free student passes for Activities and Athletics
*Student Handbooks
*I-JAG Memorandum of Understanding for $21,000.00.
*Combi Ovens for Nutrition Program-(two ovens-$46,498.87)
*Achievement Center Office Furnace Bid, $15,780.00)
*Camblin Proposal for Heat Pump at Washington Elementary for $11,900.00
*Ahlers & Cooney Lawyers, $12,000 for annual contract negotiations
*Board Wellness Policy
The School Board approved the following resignations:
Hilary Thompson, Transportation para
Laura Juhl, Preschool Aide
Erica Vandevort, Preschool Aide
Heather Prall, Food Service Employee
Amy Lambson, Food Service Employee
Michaelin Juhl, High School Para
The School Board also approved the following contracts:
James Probanz, Part-time custodian
Paul Iekel, Middle School Cross Country Coach
Sierra Parker, Preschool Aide
Callie Carter, Preschool Aide
Caleb Winters, Elementary Special Education
Aubrey Schuler, High School Special Education
Stacy Van Aernam, Classroom Para
Monica Carlson, High School Special Education Para
Kaitlyn Geib, Schuler Therapeutic Classroom Para