Logan-Magnolia Community School October 8, 2025 The work session of the Board of Education of the Logan-Magnolia Community School District was held on the above date at 5:00 P.M. in the high school media center. Roll call vote was answered by President Brian Koenig, Vice-President Julie Witte, Director Travis Kuhlman, Director Derrick Mether, and Superintendent Jacob Hedger, Elementary Principal Jill Kiger, Secondary Principal Blake Dickinson, and Business Manager Daniel Mikels. Please see the attached list for everyone else attending the meeting. Director Brianne Niedermyer was absent. 2. Review/Change/Approve Agenda Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Julie Witte, carried. 4-0. 3. Facility Needs and Planning The board discussed facility needs and planning for the future of the school. Elementary, Secondary, and District leadership teams spoke about what they had heard from other teachers. Lockers in the high school, combination lockers, furniture, and restrooms. The elementary staff shared that it would be ideal to limit class sizes by ensuring there were three sections at every grade level. 4. Adjournment Travis Kuhlman moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:29P.M., seconded by Julie Witte, carried. 4-0. October 8, 2025 The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education of the Logan-Magnolia Community School District was held on the above date at 6:00 P.M. in the high school media center. Roll call vote was answered by President Brian Koenig, Vice-President Julie Witte, Director Brianne Niedermyer joined via zoom, Director Travis Kuhlman, Director Derrick Mether, and Superintendent Jacob Hedger, Secondary Principal Blake Dickinson, Elementary Principal Jill Kiger, and Business Manger Daniel Mikels. Please see the attached list for everyone else attending the meeting. 2. Review/Change/Approve Agenda Travis Kuhlman moved to amend the agenda moving action item #14 Early Graduation to item #6 and making #7 an action item, seconded by Derrick Mether, carried. 5-0. 3. Public Speakers No public speaker spoke. 4. Administrators/Directors’ Reports Elementary Principal Jill Kiger Introducing New Staff members, Kara Dickinson Kindergarden, Elizabeth Meeker 5th Grade ELA, and Laura Henry 5th Grade Math. Noteworthy events: September was a great month at the elementary school. Staff dug into the curriculum with their students; FAST testing took place. We kicked off a new reading program, celebrated student success in math on ISASP from last spring and participated in events for family night/Homecoming week. On Sept. 26, staff analyzed their FAST data. Results are below followed by some of the instructional steps staff are taking. Mrs. Kiger discussed literacy and math FAST numbers. Our math data continues to be a strength in most grade levels. We did notice our second graders returned to school performing lower than expected (65%) after leaving first grade scoring 95%. Dr. Leonard has been pushing in and working to support core instruction and those teachers in that grade level since this was unexpected. For literacy, our first grade and second grade data came in low. We are currently working on a plan to focus on core skills by increasing opportunities for response. This will be done by using our reading specialist, Mrs. Johnsen, to teach a section of core skills to a first grade group and a second grade group. We are looking to implement this right after conferences as it takes time to rebuild schedules, organize all the materials, etc. We’ll evaluate our plan at the end of the semester Upcoming events: Oct. 16 Anticipated community night for PK (aka Fire night) Oct. 27-28 Conferences Oct. 30 Halloween parties Oct. 31 No school-comp day Nov. 6 Data Day Dec. 9 K-4 Concert Dec. 18 5-8 Concert Secondary Principal Blake Dickinson Introducing New Staff members Chloe Killpack Level 3 Special Education, Cait Niehus Middle School Counselor, Gabriel Potts Secondary Choir. 6th Grade teacher Jaimey Kephart was not present. Notable moments: The secondary building received a rating of High Performing on this year’s Iowa School Performance Profile. Mrs. Hemphill took ten students to Iowa City to participate in the Design Dash, where they worked to find solutions to problems surrounding cancer. Avery Hinkel and Vala Springhower won the award for best pitch. Our Top Cats were selected for demonstrating the trait of empathy: 6th Grade: Leciya Hoffman, 7th Grade: Harper Hinkel, 8th Grade: Mason Van Iten, 9th Grade: Bailey Blevins, 10th Grade: Bella Klutts, 11th Grade: Maria Kiger, 12th Grade: Anthony Householder Students are getting real-world communication experience through social media content creation, working broadcasts of sporting events, and publishing Panther Prints magazine. The 8th graders went to the Missouri Valley library to learn from their traveling exhibit about the life of Anne Frank. The quiz bowl team placed 3rd at their first competition in Seward, Nebraska. Homecoming week was packed with activities, including: Jersey auction Dome opening/volleyball game Senior night volleyball game, Homecoming football game Lip Sync Battle Window painting/hallway & door decorating Powderpuff volleyball and powderbuff volleyball + community bonfire Community pep rally w/ coronation - King Luke Walski & Queen Campbell Chase Dance Seven seniors have met their graduation requirements and are applying to graduate early Progress toward goals: Teachers finalized professional growth plans and joined “huddles” - small groups of teachers who will meet weekly to review progress and hold one another accountable to their goals. To increase students participating in work-based learning, our DCAP team will participate in an upcoming workshop, Mr. Killpack and Mr. Krueger will attend Iowa STEM Summit, and we are exploring the possibility of an FFA program. Superintendent Jacob Hedger Facility/Construction Items - The elementary classrooms are internally completed. There is still work to be done on the EFIS exterior. Waiting for bench and trophy cases to be completed. The exterior is all taking shape and will hopefully be completed soon. Drainage, dirt work, and other exterior finishes are in progress. Kurtis has seeded everything that can be seeded and worked get straw on top of the areas out front. Monthly Newsletter - October Newsletter Staff Brags - Delany Aquallo and Baylee Thompson - Their leadership of the Student Council is fantastic. Planning Homecoming is a huge undertaking and they do such a great job in helping guide students in these endeavors. Preschool - It has shown to have many challenges this year, and the team is doing a great job problem solving and working to find support for students. Levi Ettleman - He has had an expanded amount of work the past several weeks due to the Dome opening. His work has been greatly appreciated. Custodial Staff - I am not sure exactly how many extra square feet they are cleaning this year, but it has been a whirlwind the past two weeks and they are working a lot of extra hours to make it all happen. Open Teaching/Staff Positions: Asst. HS Boys Basketball Paraeducator Cook WIC Expansion The WIC Superintendents voted in unison with their respective school boards to approve both Red Oak and Shenandoah to join the WIC. Treynor also voted to remain in the WIC. The hope is that all schools involved in the numerous transitions will all move in the same year. The WIC AD’s have voiced their preference for all schools to jointly make the move prior to next year. The athletic union has stated that if all parties are in favor of the moves, they will approve them without delay. They do have to establish their committee first. Updates We received a signed letter of intent from Arbest Early Childhood Learning Center. The mower has to have a major engine repair done. ISPP Score Comparisons The board thanked Jacob for his work as the Superintendent. 5. Consent Agenda Approve Minutes, Bills, and Financial Statements Julie Witte moved to approve the consent agenda, prepaid bills, board bills, financial statements, and minutes of September 10, 2025, meeting. The motion was seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussion, carried. 5-0. Fundraising – As listed, leaving out the girls wrestling parking spot. Open-Enrollment in- None Open-Enrollment Out- Chelci Chatterton – 2 Students Personnel- Resignations- Amanda Chestnutt Para Contracts- Kirk Kersten – Junior High Boys Wrestling, Kelli Kersten Junior High Girls Wrestling, Taylor Dunham Paraeducator Volunteers- None 6. Early Graduation Mr. Dickinson introduced the early graduate seniors in the room. The board wished them the best of luck. 7. Science Classroom Architect Contract Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the contract with the Origin Group for the science room renovation as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 8. Board Policy Review Travis Kuhlman moved to review policies 105, 505.9R1, 506.1E1, 506.1E2, 506.1E3, 506.1E4, 506.1E5, 506.1E6, 506.1E7, 506.1E8, 506.1E9, 506.1R1, 506.2, 506.2E1, 506.2R1 and 506.4, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 9. Construction- Pay Apps and Change Orders A. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve the application for pay application #17 for $147,177.58 as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. B. No pay application for the elementary. The Board discussed the elementary change orders, the largest one coming from the electric issue. Derrick Mether moved to revised contract amount as presented for the elementary, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. C. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve PCO #88 for $16,341.41 as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. D. Travis Kuhlman moved to approve PCO #100 for $10,000.00 as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. E. Derrick Mether moved to approve PCO #105 for $1,085.00 as presented, seconded by Travis Kuhlman, discussed, carried. 5-0. The board was presented PCO #99 for $5,300.00, PCO #101 for $1,425.00, PCO #102 for $2,392.82, PCO #103 for $1,447.00 and PCO #104 for $2,625.00 as presented, these have been past the construction committee. 10. Special Education Service Delivery Derrick Mether moved to approve the Special Education Service Delivery Plan as presented, seconded by Julie Witte, discussed, carried. 5-0. 11. King Grant Review The board discussed the king grant presented and whether the school would like to move forward with smaller projects or a couple larger projects. Elementary playground was the discussion point. 12. Girls Wrestling Agreement Julie Witte moved to approve the girl’s wrestling agreement with Woodbine CSD, seconded by Derrick Mether, discussed, carried. 5-0. 13. Bond Building Roof No action was taken. The board discussed 14. Early Retirement The Board discussed the possibility of offering early retirement and the number of employees possible. Julie Witte moved to approve early retirement age to 56 FY 25-26 on board policy 407.4, seconded by Derrick Mether, discussed, carried. 5-0. 15. Adjournment The next board meeting is November 12, 2025. Julie Witte moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:34 P.M., seconded by Derrick Mether, carried. 5-0. President Secretary OPERATING FUND ACCESS SYSTEMS INC., LEASE AGREEMENT COPIERS, 516.44 ACCESS SYSTEMS, STAAPLES FOR PRINTERS, 110.99 AIRGAS USA, LLC, TANK RENTAL, ARGON IN SHOP, 376.26 ALBERTSON, ALEXANDER, MARCHING BAND DRILL, 500.00 BORUFF PLUMBING, REPAIRS AROUND SCHOOL, 716.58 CAPITAL ONE BANK, REPAIR PARTS, SUPPLIES, TRAVEL, AIR PUMPS, 5,031.89 CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY CO, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP., 1,304.94 CARROLL SEATING SCIENCES, SCHOOL SERVICES, EQUIPMENT SEAT CUSHIONS, 2,160.00 CENTRAL IOWA DISTRIBUTING INC, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP., 1,613.00 CHRISTENSEN, CHASE, TECH SUPPLIES, 295.28 COUNTRY HARDWARE, SUPPLIES, 2,097.53 DENISON DRYWALL CONTRACTING INC, DRYWALLING, 615.00 DOUG JOHNSEN CONSTRUCTION, DIRT AND ROCK, 2,207.43 DREES COMPANY, SERV. TECH., 264.00 DUNHAM HARDWOODS, RESALE WOODS, 687.58 ECHO GROUP INC, FUSES, 290.10 FASTENAL COMPANY, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP., 91.02 FIRST WIRELESS INC., RADIOS, 771.25 HEARTLAND AEA, INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES, 158.47 HEMPHILL, KATHY, TRAVEL TEACH, 17.416 GAL OF GASOLINE, 66.96 HINKEL, MICHAEL, RENTAL TO FIX UNDERGROUND LINE, 400.00 HOGLUND BUS & TRUCK, REPAIR PARTS- TENSIONER, ALARM AND LAMP, WINDOW, PRESSURE SWITCH, WINDOW ASSEM. AND FAN CLUT, bus lamp, 2,802.86 HORNBECK TURF & TREE SERVICES, LLC, spray, erosion control, grass seed, 1,364.00 IOWA H S MUSIC ASSOC, REG ALL STATE CHOIR, REG ALL STATE MARCHING, 567.00 IOWA WESTERN COMM. COLLEGE, BUS CENTER CHARGES, 36,071.64 J W PEPPER & SON INC, BAND SUPP MAT., HS CHOIR, 509.99 KING, JANE, SUPPLIES (TEACHER QUALITY PROF DEVEL), 241.37 LIGHTBOX SYSTEMS, TECHNOLOGY SUPPLIES, 250.00 LOFTUS HEATING, INC., REPAIR PARTS, 300.53 MENARDS, REPAIR PARTS, PLANT OPERATION & MAINT SUP., 454.74 NASCO, GENERAL SUPPLIES, 135.36 OFFICE DEPOT, GENERAL SUPPLIES, 146.96 OLOFFS REPAIR, SERVICE/INSPECT/ REPAIR BUSES., 2,650.00 PEARSON EDUCATION INC, MY MATH LABS, 734.58 READTHERORY EDUCATION SERVICES, DUES & FEES, 597.50 SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIORS OF IOWA, PRE CONF., DUES & FEES CONF ELEM, SUPT LEGAL CLASS, 525.00 SCHOOL NURSE SUPPLY, INC., NURSE SUPPLIES, 270.68 TEACH EARLY CHILDHOOD IOWA, DUES AND FEES - PD, 464.40 TEACHING STRATEGIES LLC, PRE K REG., 608.50 VERIZON WIRELESS, TELEPHONE, 153.88 VOYAGER SOPRIS LEARNING, early lit, 151.80 WINDSTREAM IOWA COMMUNICATIONS, TELEPHONE, 516.98 Fund Total: 69,792.49 MANAGEMENT FUND STORM PROTECTION FUND, SPF DOME, 3,173.00 Fund Total: 3,173.00 CAPITAL PROJECTS CARROLL SEATING SCIENCES, SCHOOLS SERVICES, OFFICE CASE WORK, locker benches, 18,041.42 Fund Total: 18,041.42 LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX ACCESS SYSTEMS INC., LEASE AGREEMENT COPIERS, 1,985.76 CARROLL SEATING SCIENCES, SCHOOLS SERVICES, MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCKERS, 12,950.00 GIPPER MEDIA INC., COMPUTERS, 3,000.00 SCHOOL NURSE SUPPLY, INC., AED, 2,295.00 Fund Total: 20,230.76 PHYSICAL PLANT & EQUIPMENT BORUFF PLUMBING, INSTALL/FIX VALVES, 2,879.86 Fund Total: 2,879.86 Checking Account Total: 114,117.53 STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND AHSTW CSD, CC MEET, 130.00 BILLINGSLEY, RICHARD, OFFICIATING VB 9/8/25, 140.00 BOB JOHNSON, OFFICIATING FB 9/19/25, 150.00 BOYER VALLEY COMM SCHOOL DIST, vb tourn., 110.00 BSN SPORTS, LLC, VOLLEYBALLS, GAME BALLS G/B BASKETBALLS AND CARTS, 4,934.73 CAPITAL ONE BANK, baseball supplies EOY, FOOTBALL SUPPLIES, 662.70 CHESTERMAN COMPANY, VENDING, INDOOR CONCESSIONS, 1,036.93 CLARK KOLTERMAN, GRWC, QB DUES, 100.00 COLLINS, DEVIN, OFFICIATING JH FB 9/11/25, JH FB 9/16/25, 9/22/25 JV FB, 300.00 CONWAY, NICOLE, OFFICIATING VB 9/11/25, 140.00 DEMARGUE, CARLY, OFFICIATING VB 9/11/25, VB 9/16/25, 280.00 GUBBELS, JAY, OFFICIATING FB 9/19/25, 150.00 GURITZ, ABYAGAIL, OFFICIATING jh vb 9/11/25, jh vb 9/16/25, jh vb 9/8/25, 270.00 HELM, GAVIN, OFFICIATING JV 9/27/25, 220.00 JACOB MUSFELDT, OFFICIATING FB 9/5/25, 150.00 KENNEDY, JOHN, OFFICIATING FB 9/19/25, 150.00 LAVALLEUR, ROBERT, OFFICIATING VB 9/8/25, 140.00 LOGAN-MO VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB, FAC. RENTAL XC MEET, 350.00 MADSEN, MATTHEW, OFFICIATING VB 9/16/25, 140.00 MARK ARKFELD, OFFICIATING JH FB 9/16/25, 9/22/25 JV FB, 200.00 MEYER, JONATHAN, OFFICIATING FB 9/5/25, 150.00 MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL, MAMMA MIA, 2,305.24 PALACIOS, MARCELO, STUDENT COUNCIL DANCE, 400.00 POEHLMAN, JAMES, OFFICIATING JH FB 9/11/25, JH FB 9/16/25, 9/22/25 JV FB, 300.00 POWELL, RICK, OFFICIATING JH FB 9/11/25, JH FB 9/16/25, 9/22/25 JV FB, 300.00 RANDY BAXTER, OFFICIATING FB 9/19/25, 150.00 RIDGE VIEW SCHOOLS, XC MEET, VB TOURN., 235.00 RIHNER, CALEB, OFFICIATING FB 9/5/25, 150.00 TREYNOR COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, XC MEET., 200.00 TRI-CENTER HIGH SCHOOL, XC MEET., JV VB 9/4/25, 230.00 VANA, NATALIE, OFFICIATING jh vb 9/8/25, 9/11/25, 9/16/25, 270.00 WALLING, BRANDON, OFFICIATING FB 9/5/25, 150.00 WEST MONONA HIGH SCHOOL, vb tourn, 110.00 WHITEHILL, KEVIN, OFFICIATING JV 9/27/25, 220.00 WRIGHT, CHARLES, OFFICIATING FB 9/19/25, 150.00 YORK, JOSHUA, OFFICIATING FB 9/5/25, 150.00 Fund Total: 15,224.60 LATCH KEY PROGRAM CAPITAL ONE BANK, FOOD KC, 52.00 Fund Total: 52.00 Checking Account Total: 15,276.60 HCTR 10-22-25
