Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Benjamin Noelke’s organization
Apr 10, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Executive Sessionregular Board Meeting
The Board approved resignations and new hirings for various positions, including teachers, substitutes, and custodians. Coaches and sponsors for the 2025-2026 seasons were approved. Dot Schoening & Mark Engemann were sworn in to start their 3-year terms. The board was reorganized with Jeff Englert as President, Jessica Armstrong as Vice President, and Amy Grannemann as Secretary. The 2025 Graduation list was approved, along with Co-op Agreements. The board approved the new ELA resource Amplify with M Class. Calvin Schneidegger was selected as the 2025 Bearcat Memorial Inductee.
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The board meeting covered personnel matters, including the renewal of probationary teaching contracts, resignations of several staff members, and the hiring of new staff in elementary education, administration, and custodial services. A staff member transfer was also approved. The board approved the 2025-2026 school calendar and reviewed new ELA resources for grades K-6 (a vote on the resources will occur the following month). Building and administrative reports highlighted a strong response to AMI work during February snow days, the selection of a coach for induction into the NFHS Sports Hall of Fame, and positive financial trends. A student/teacher showcase featured 3rd-grade presentations on famous Missourians. Finally, a board member received recognition for earning a Master Board Member Certification.
Feb 13, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Bearcat Board Story
The board meeting covered several key topics, including personnel matters such as contract renewals, resignations, and new hires. Financial reports indicated a positive trend in district finances. Discussion included updates to the 2025-2026 school calendar, approval of the high school course guide, and a social media user agreement. A student advisor received recognition and a scholarship.
Jan 9, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Bearcat Board Story
The board meeting covered policy updates, approval of the GCR-1 AI Plan and GCR-1 Literacy Plan, and the purchase of a new school bus. Personnel matters included the retirement of Shelly Abbott, and the hiring of Ronnie Kallmeyer and Deanda Kahler. Dr. Neill's and Dr. Lause's contracts were also extended. The board decided against a bond issue in the April election and welcomed a new board member, Mark Engemann, while Dot Schoening was re-elected. The district's finances are improving. A student/teacher showcase was cancelled due to weather.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
