Postville School Board Approves Lease Agreement for the Bridge Learning Center
The Postville School Board approved a lease agreement with Keystone Area Education Association and other districts for the Bridge Learning Center in Elkader. The Center is for Behavioral Resources for Intervention, Development, and Growth in Education. The Board approved the hiring of Bailey Kuhne for Junior-Senior High Special Ed, Nooch White will move from Part-time to Full-Time Para and Nathan May was hired as Part-Time Custodian
Board Minutes
Attendance
Voting Members
Teresa Berg, Board Member
Mary Huinker, Board Member
Travis Koenig, School Board President
Eric Meyer, Board Vice-President
Mike Sass, Board Member
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm.
2. Welcome Visitors
President Koenig welcomed all visitors.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
4. Items to be Removed From the Consent Agenda
Invoices and open enrollment requests were removed for discussion.
5. Consent Agenda
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
a. Approval of Minutes
Approve the August 10, 2026, regular meeting minutes.
b. Monthly Bills and Monthly Financial Reports
Approve the invoices as presented with the removal of one item (reviewed by Mary Hunker) and the financial reports.
c. Hires
Approve the hire of Bailey Kuhne/Jr Sr High SPED/ Nooch White/PT to FT Para/ Nathan May/PT Custodian.
d. Resignations
n/a
e. Transfers
n/a
f. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
Approve donations and gifts from Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative/calculators ($526); Dillman Equipment/Caring Closet ($600); Harpers Ferry Boosters/Caring Closet ($125); Steve Gill/Book set ($129.95); Brenda Rekow and Collin Cook/Duncan Electric Kiln.
g. Open Enrollment Applications
Approve open enrollment out requests from Decorah, NFV, and the Iowa Virtual Academy.
h. Early Graduation Requests
Approve the early graduation requests as presented.
i. Volunteers
n/a
j. Fundraiser Approval
Approve fundraising requests from FCCLA & FAA groups to sell Mums and the FFA group to sell fruit/meat/ cheese/candy.
k. Lane Change Requests
Approve the staff lane changes as presented.
6. Reports
a. Superintendent
i. Curriculum and Instruction
Mr. Knudtson shared information about a K-3 At-Risk Grant Award to be received for three years, for $58,609. He shared information about gym light updates to LED. Ms. Fettkether updated the board regarding the EMC dividend/rebate. Mr. Knudtson shared a brief status of student enrollment.
b. Principals
Mr. Corsbie shared information about the football scoreboard dedication on 9/4. Thanks to the Booster Club for making this happen. Mr. Orr created an electronic hall pass program, and junior high and high school students are using it.
Mrs. Hertges shared that the elementary school year is off to a good start. FAST intervention testing started this week. Preschool home visits are complete. The school is implementing a student ambassador program this year.
7. Discussion Items
a. Postville Youth Sports
A discussion took place regarding the Postville Youth Sports program.
8. Action Items
a. Approve 8th Grade Participation in High School Speech
Approve 8th-grade students to participate in High School Speech opportunities.
Motion made by: Mary Huinker
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
b. Meal Agreements - Postville Daycare
Approve the annual meal-vending agreement with Postville Daycare.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
c. 2026-2027 Lau Plan Approval
Approve the 2026-2027 Lau Plan.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
d. Inventory ID - Fixed Asset Inventory Agreement
Approve the agreement with Inventory ID, costing $6,680 for a fixed-asset inventory scan (including new construction and equipment).
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
e. Bridge Learning Center Lease Agreement
Approve a lease agreement with Keystone Area Education Association and other districts for the Bridge Learning Center.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
f. Postville Child Care Lease Agreement
Approve a lease agreement with Postville Child Care Services until June 30, 2031.
Motion made by: Mary Huinker
Motion seconded by: Teresa Berg
Voting results:Unanimously approved
g. 2026 State Thespian Trip
Approve the 2026 State Thespian trip.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Teresa Berg
Voting results:Unanimously approved
h. Cross Walk Signals - Cost Share with City
Approve an agreement to pay half of the cost ($2,322) to replace the flashing lights for a School Zone on Highway 18.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
i. FY26 Special Education Balance Allowable Growth Request
Motion to approve the application to the SBRC for the maximum modified allowable growth and supplemental aid for the negative special education balance amount of $211,714.16.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
9. Items for the Next Board Meeting
The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 19, 2026, at 5:30 pm, in the Fine Arts Center Lobby.
10. Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting at 6:26 pm.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
