Postviller School Board Minutes from October 19th 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 5:30 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
n/a
5. Consent Agenda
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
a. Approval of Minutes
Approve the minutes of the September 14, 2026, regular meeting.
b. Monthly Bills and Monthly Financial Reports
Approve the invoices as presented (reviewed by Michael Sass) and the financial reports.
c. Hires
Approve the hire of Alma Villalva/Elem 1:1 Para.
d. Resignations
Approve the registration of Nathan May, Part-time Custodian.
e. Transfers
n/a
f. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
Approve donations from Community Presbyterian Church for an author visit ($200); Goodfellas Riding Club for standing desks ($500); Zoetis for FFA ($785.40).
g. Open Enrollment Applications
Approve two open enrollment requests from MFL MarMac and one from NFV.
h. Early Graduation Requests
n/a
i. Volunteers
n/a
j. Fundraiser Approval
Approve fundraising requests from the Sr. Class for a car wash, bake sale, and puffin sales, and a request from the Wrestling group for a $2 markup on wrestling clothing.
6. Reports
a. Superintendent
i. 2026-2027 Curriculum Dir Report
Mrs. Rose, the Curriculum Director/Preschool Administrator, updated the board on implementing the new curriculum. Staff are reviewing the elementary science curriculum for future years. The Iowa Department of Ed comes each month to provide training for special education teachers. District-wide professional development plans and schedules were shared. The Postville Early Childhood Family Night is Tuesday, 11/10/26, in the NEIA Rec Center Community Room. THe SIAC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:00pm in the FAC Auditorium.
b. Principals
Mr. Corsbie shared that the fall sports season is wrapping up. The new facilities are working as expected and are being utilized.
Mrs. Hertges shared that field trips have started, but instructional time has been the focus. An email was received praising Postville students seen on a field trip. Elementary parent teacher conferences are coming up.
7. Discussion Items
a. NEIAWRC Pool
Mr. Knudtson shared information about the NE IA Rec Center's building's pool and ongoing maintenance and costs.
8. Action Items
a. Policy Item
Approve the first reading for Policy 107, 505.08, and 701.05-R(1). Approve the second Reading for Policy 503.11 and 503.11-R(1).
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
b. Appove Actions in Regards to Pool
Motion to table this action item.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
c. Afton Energy Agreement
Approve the agreement with Afton Energy for a geothermal consultation and professional service agreement.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
d. Approve FY27 SPED Agreement with NFV
Approve the FY2027 SPED Agreement with NFV.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
e. Approve FY27 SPED Agreement with Central
Approve the FY2027 SPED Agreement with Central.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
f. Approve District Cardiac Response Plan
Approve the Postville District's Cardiac Response Plan.
Motion made by: Teresa Berg
Motion seconded by: Eric Meyer
Voting results:Unanimously approved
g. Approve Postville CSD 504 Procedural Plan
Approve the FY27 Postville CSD 504 Procedural Plan.
Motion made by: Mike Sass
Motion seconded by: Travis Koenig
Voting results:Unanimously approved
9. Items for the Next Board Meeting
The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 9th, at 5:30 pm, in the Fine Arts Center Lobby.
10. Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting at 6:35 pm.
Motion made by: Eric Meyer
Motion seconded by: Mary Huinker
Voting results:Unanimously approved
