Board of Education Meeting Minutes for March 13, 2023
The Board of Education met on Monday, March 13, at 5:30 pm. Members present: Brian Aaberg, Brad
Anderson, Scott Russell, Beth Sonderup and Jennifer Wood. Absent: David Ciancio.
Public notice of the meeting was published in the Nance County Journal on March 1, 2023.
Called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm.
Recognized Open Meetings Act.
Recognized visitors.
Approved the agenda as presented.
Spotlight- Dr. Anderson presented the Wellness Policy Triennial Assessment process and results. The
assessment is completed every three-year covering the school’s wellness policy. The wellness committee
completes an examination of the goals of the policy and determines rates of success. Future goals and
objectives are established from the assessment.
It was moved by Aaberg and seconded by Russell to approve the classroom supply budgets as presented for
the 2023-2024 school year. Roll call vote: Aye-5, Nay-0.
Dr. Anderson briefed the board on facility projects happening currently and possible facility goals for the
future. The high school window replacement project will be the main focus in the coming months.
It was moved by Russell and seconded by Wood to approve the 2023-2024 ESU Mental Health Practitioner
contract, the LANMAN contract, and the Special Education contract with ESU 7. Roll call vote: Aye-5,
Nay-0.
It was moved by Russell and seconded by Wood to accept the resignation of Hallie Wettstein with thanks
and appreciation for her service at FPS. Roll call vote: Aye-5, Nay-0.
It was moved by Anderson and seconded by Aaberg to approve the hiring of Josie Lee as Ag Teacher for
the 2023-2024 school year. Roll call vote: Aye-5, Nay-0.
It was moved by Aaberg and seconded by Russell to approve the Activities Code for 2023-2024. Aye-5,
Nay-0.
It was moved by Russell and seconded by Wood to approve Policy 5001 as reviewed and revised. Aye-5,
Nay-0.
A discussion was held regarding softball. Mr. Burenheide and Dr. Anderson reported that three area high
school softball programs were approached, but none were interested in a coop with Fullerton at this time.
It was moved by Sonderup and seconded by Anderson to enter into Executive Session to discuss
Negotiations Strategies for the classified staff at 6:33 p.m. Roll call vote: Aye-5, Nay-0.
It was moved by Russell and seconded by Wood to return to Regular Session at 6:55 p.m. Roll call vote:
Aye-5, Nay-0.
Approved the minutes from the regular February 13, 2023 board meeting.
Approved the Treasurer’s report as presented.
Approved the payment of bills as presented.
Adjourned the meeting at 7:26 pm.
Brad Anderson acting Secretary
Board of Education