Postville School Board Minutes from November 9th Meeting.
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 5:31 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
5. Consent Agenda
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mike Sass
Voting results:Unanimously approved
a. Approval of Minutes
Approve the minutes of the October 19, 2026, regular meeting.
b. Monthly Bills and Monthly Financial Reports
Approve the invoices as presented (reviewed by Travis Koenig) and the financial reports.
c. Hires
Approve the hiring of Yader Zeledon Torres/Custodian.
d. Resignations
Approve the resignation of Kimberly Mucia/Jr High Volleyball Coach.
e. Transfers
n/a
f. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
Approve donations from Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative ($500); Norma Jean and Daryl Bosma for an Author Visit ($100); Drahos & Wilker P.C. for hygiene items ($425); Carl Peteron for an Author Visit ($200); Allen and Ellen Wahls for the nurse fund ($45).
g. Open Enrollment Applications
n/a
h. Early Graduation Requests
n/a
i. Volunteers
n/a
j. Fundraiser Approval
Approve fundraising requests from National Honor Society for a Mickman Brother Wreath Sale; and a request from Thespians for sale of snacks on movie night.
6. Reports
a. Superintendent
i. General Updates
The Veterans Day program will take place on Wednesday, November 11. The annual District Desk Audit is in progress.
b. Principals
Mr. Corsbie shared that the HS Drama took place last weekend. Congrats on a successful performance. Winter sports are under way.
Mrs. Hertges shared that the Elementary conferences took place in October with about 93% attendance. The school received a grant for some elementary students to attend Luther Drama performances in the spring.
7. Discussion Items
a. District Provided Insurance
Information was shared regarding possible district health insurance options and changes.
b. Pool
Information was provided on the use and maintenance costs of the pool located at and managed by the Rec Center.
8. Action Items
a. Policy Item
Motion to approve the second reading of Policy 107, 505.08, and 701.05-R(1); and approve the first reading of 501.07, 501.09, 503.11-R(1), 504.06, 507.01, 600, 603.01, 603.08, and 605.04.
Motion made by: Mary Huinker
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
b. Reveiw and Approval of Letters to SBRC for FY25 Audit
Motion to approve the auditor's letter of explanation and the district's letter of explanation for submission to the SBRC regarding the FY25 audit filing.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
c. Approve District Radon Testing Plan
Motion to approve the district's radon testing plan.
Motion made by: Mary Huinker
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
d. Special Education Contract
Motion to approve the FY2027 SPED Agreement with MFL MarMac.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
e. Approve the FY28 At-Risk Drop Out Prevention Plan
Motion to approve the FY28 At-Risk Drop-Out Prevention Plan.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Teresa Berg
Voting results:Unanimously approved
f. Hudl Agreement
Motion to approve a 12-month agreement with Hudl.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
g. Approve Hudl Viewer Fee
Motion to table this until the next school year.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Mike Sass
Voting results:Unanimously approved
9. Items for the Next Board Meeting
The next regular and annual meetings are scheduled for Monday, December 14, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the Fine Arts Center Lobby.
10. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn at 6:34 pm.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
