(Atlantic) The Atlantic School Board gave their approval Wednesday evening to start a Robotics Club.
Superintendent Dr. Beth Johnsen said they have received three grants, totaling $14,000, to start the funding process and they have started to promote this STEM program.
The School Board approved the Robotics Club Sponsors (Stacey Schmidt and Andy Mitchell). And, they approved the request to use team sponsorships for the Robotics Club. It was noted that the Robotics Club will be funded by grants for the first year, but the grants do not cover the cost of lodging, food, and transportation to competitions. The use of sponsorships from community businesses and patrons is a way to help fund the team in the future.
In other news, the School Board approved the following Resignations and Recommendations to Hire:
Resignations
Matt Mullenix, Assistant Football Coach for Fall 2025
Bryce Casey, Junior High Football Coach for Fall 2025
James Pobanz, Part-time custodian and part-time Nutrition staff
Recommendation to Hire
Mallory Kirchhoff, Prom Sponsor
Mallory Kirchhoff, Junior Class Sponsor
Terry Hinzmann, High School Varsity Softball coach, Summer 2025
Cory Bartz, Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
New Bus Driver Position
New Sponsor Position(s): Robotics Club Sponsors: Stacey Schmidt and Andy Mitchell
Ashley Marxen, High School Special Education Paraprofessional
Alex Wilson, Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional
