BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
North Linn District Office
3033 Lynx Drive
Troy Mills, IA
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
100: Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum
The North Linn Board of Directors meeting will be called to order at 6:00 PM in the boardroom of the District Office (3033 Lynx Drive, Troy Mills). Roll will be taken to determine a quorum.
_____R. Benesch _____ Carson _____ Hoover _____Krogmann _____Michael _____Price _____Zumbach
200: Adoption of the Agenda
MOTION to adopt the agenda as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
300: Consent Agenda
MOTION to approve the consent agenda as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
301: Approval of Minutes – Exhibit 301.1
302: Approval of Bills – Exhibit 302.1
303: Financial Reports - Exhibit 303.1
304: Activity Fund Report - Exhibit 304.1
305: Food Service Report - Exhibit 305.1
400: Audience Communications
On behalf of fellow Board members, at this time I would like to invite any member of the audience (who have contacted the Board Secretary prior to this meeting) to speak with comments about items of interest or concern that do not appear on tonight’s agenda. Please begin by stating your name and address. Your comments will be limited to 5 minutes so we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion. We ask you to remember that Iowa law prohibits us from discussing specific employees or their job performance. We ask you to remember that Iowa law prohibits us from discussing specific employees or their job performance. We also remind you that students' names or information about a student that could allow others to identify a student, even if a student’s name is not specifically mentioned, is confidential and should not be referenced in comments. It is important to remember that any statements made can jeopardize the Board and any future action that could be taken relating to personnel or students by the Board and jeopardize the individual making the statement. Any concerns relating to personnel and students should be referred first to the administration to address consistent with District policy and the law prior to any possible Board review or action. Thanks for your support of our school district.
500: Informational Reports, Discussions, and Presentations
501: Board Presentations
Letters of Agreement Presentation from Linn County Emergency Management Agency for Transportation Resources Needed for an Evacuation, presented by BJ Dvorak and Lonnie Helms
502: Superintendent Report
Superintendent Schott will share updates and discussion items from around the district.
Superintendent Goals and Evaluation Timeline - Exhibit 502.1
District Strategic Operational Plan
- Student Lighthouse Team Meeting
- District Lighthouse Team Meeting
- Buildings and Grounds
- Denovo Site Visit
- Water Softener Update
Community Trust and Engagement
- City Council Visits
- Fall Activities Kickoff
Sustainable Leadership and Accountability
- District W.I.G.
- Building W.I.G.s
503: Elementary Report
Elementary Administrator, Shanna Helmke, will share updates and discussion items in regards to North Linn Elementary.
- Strengthening Literacy Instruction through Evidence-Based Practices
- Reviewed student data
- Aligning professional development
- Strengthening PLC and MTSS to Maximize Student Learning
- Revised master schedule to better align WIN/Intervention time with content areas
- Refining PLC structures and documents
- Foster a Positive and Connected School Culture
- Preparing professional development for staff
- Continuing to build systems and structures that continue to promote a welcoming, connected, and supportive school environment
504: Secondary Report
Middle School/High School Administrator, Kaitlyn Stoll, will share updates and discussion items in regards to North Linn Middle and High School.
- Establish a guaranteed and viable curriculum standard
- Aligned professional development
- Collaboration around data with all content stakeholders
- Classroom Walkthroughs
- Collecting data to ensure strong instruction
- Coaching conversations around the data
- Enrich NL Student Community
- Use MRA data
- More relationship-building opportunities
505: Activities Report - Exhibit 505.1
Activities Director, Brian Wheatley, has submitted a written report providing updates on North Linn activities and athletics.
600: New Business
601: Approval of Facilities Maintenance Custodian Position and Job Description - Exhibit 601.1
MOTION to approve the Position and Job Description
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
602: Receive quotes for HVAC units from Brecke Mechanical - Exhibit 602.1 & 602.2
MOTION to approve the quote for a 2-ton mini split unit in the choir room for $12,580 and a 3-ton mini split unit for the HS Kitchen for $14,580.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
These areas were not included in the HVAC upgrades completed in 2022. The choir room mainly needs the unit for heat, but it will be nice to keep it cooled early in the school year. The HS kitchen is very warm every day, but especially during the early and late parts of the school year. We would use some of the remaining bond funds to pay for these units.
603: Receive General Fund Transfer to Activity for Safety Equipment - Exhibit 603.1
MOTION to approve the transfer of $2,989.50 from the General Fund to the Student Activity Fund for protective and safety equipment.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
The MS football team is in need of 7 new football helmets. The current equipment was evaluated and there were several helmets that we cannot recondition to a level of safety appropriate for our student athletes. Helmets are $465 each with $199.50 shipping costs. We are asking for $2,989.50 from the general fund for these helmets. The MS fund is going to pay the $1,200 it will cost to purchase the youth helmets that were unable to be refurbished.
604: Receive English Learner (EL) Program LAU Plan - Exhibit 604.1 (ATTACHED TO EMAIL)
MOTION to approve the North Linn Community School District English Learner (EL) Program LAU Plan for the 2026-2027 school year.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
Iowa school districts are required to develop and maintain a LAU Plan that describes how the district identifies, assesses, places, serves, monitors, and exits students who qualify for English Learner (EL) services in accordance with federal civil rights requirements and Iowa Department of Education guidance. The district's procedures for identifying students and delivering EL services have not changed. The only revisions to this year's plan are updates to reflect current staff serving on the district's EL team. We are asking for approval to implement the updated plan.
605: Annual Review of District Emergency Operations Plan - Exhibit 605.1 (ATTACHED TO EMAIL)
MOTION to approve the annual review and update of the North Linn Community School District Emergency Operations Plan.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
Iowa Code Section 280.30 requires school districts to develop, review, and update a high-quality Emergency Operations Plan on an annual basis. The Board of Directors is responsible for reviewing the plan annually. The district collaborates with local emergency management coordinators and law enforcement partners in the development and review of the plan. The Board of Directors has reviewed the updated Emergency Operations Plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The Emergency Operations Plan is confidential and is not subject to public disclosure.
606: Receive Agreement for Student Teaching or Field Experience - Exhibit 606.1
MOTION to approve the agreement for tStudent Teaching or Field Experience Program with Mount Mercy University for the 26-27, 27-28 and 28-29 school years as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
607: District Appointments
MOTION to approve the following District coordinators, investigators, or liaisons:
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
- Civil Rights Coordinator – Brendan Schott
- Title XI Coordinator – Kaitlyn Stoll
608: Open Enrollment Requests
MOTION to approve the open enrollment requests as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
APPROVED IN
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Name |
Grade |
Resident District |
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Ava Lees |
7 |
CPU |
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Lexi Lees |
3 |
CPU |
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Myles Lees |
5 |
CPU |
APPROVED OUT
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Name |
Grade |
Receiving District |
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609: First Reading of Policy Recommendations - Exhibit 609.1 and 609.2 (Attached to Email)
MOTION to waive the second reading and approve policy updates as presented at this meeting.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
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Policy # |
Title |
New / Revised / Review |
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106 |
Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited |
Revision |
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500 Series |
Students |
Review |
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501.02: |
Nonresident Students |
Revision |
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501.03: |
Compulsory Attendance |
Revision |
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501.16: |
Homeless Children and Youth |
Revision |
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502.03-R(1) |
Student Expression and Student Publications Code - Regulation |
Revision |
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502.03: |
Student Expression and Student Publications Code |
Revision |
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502.04: |
Student Complaints and Grievances |
Revision |
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502.05: |
Student Lockers |
Revision |
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503.01: |
Student Conduct |
Revision |
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503.11: |
Disruptive Behavior |
Revision |
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505.01: |
Student Progress Reports and Conferences |
Revision |
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505.04: |
Testing Program |
Revision |
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506.01: |
Education Records Access |
Revision |
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507.01: |
Student Health and Immunization Certificates |
Revision |
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507.02: |
Administration of Medication to Students |
Revision |
Policy 106 updates Kaitlyn Stoll in our policy as our Title IX Coordinator. The 500 Series is part of the District's five-year policy review cycle. Recommended revisions align the policies with current IASB model policy and applicable legal requirements.
610: Receive Fundraiser Requests - Exhibit 610.1 - 610.9
MOTION to approve the fundraiser requests from AD Brian Wheatley for online webstores for each activity and Kylee Winn for Homecoming TShirts for the HS Lighthouse team, Vending Machine for HS Lighthouse, Crush Cans in February and the Coffee Cafe for FCCLA, Walk-a-thon in October for PTO, blanket fundraiser, webstore with stickers/signs etc. and a donation letter campaign for Post Prom.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
611: Adopt Resolution Approving Interfund Loan - Exhibit 611.1
MOTION to adopt the Resolution Approving an interfund loan from the General Fund to the Nutrition fund in the amount of $29,000 with an interest rate of 2.5% repayable before 10/1/2027.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
700: Personnel
MOTION to approve the personnel requests as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
Certified Staff: Assignment/Reassignment/Transfer
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Name |
Assignment |
Dept Action |
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Henry Martinson |
Boys Basketball Head Coach |
Hire |
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Zach Ericson |
Facilities Maintenance Custodian |
Reassignment |
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Lonnie Rasmussen |
Food Service Associate |
Hire |
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Tyler Pflughaupt |
2nd shift Custodian |
Hire |
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Hannah Soukup |
Asst. HS Girls Wrestling Coach |
Hire |
800: Board Communications and Calendar
801: Board Communications
- Board meeting date changes - December and February
- Fall Board Building Visits
802: Board Calendar
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
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8/20/26 |
4:30 PM |
Open House |
All Buildings |
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8/20/26 |
6:00 PM |
Fall Activities Kickoff |
Football Field |
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9/15/26 |
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Certified Annual Report/SPED Report/Transp Report Due to the Dept of Ed. |
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9/16/26 |
6:00PM |
Board Meeting |
District Office |
900: Adjournment
MOTION to adjourn the meeting at __________ PM.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
Work Session - Immediately following the regular meeting
North Linn District Office
3033 Lynx Drive
Troy Mills, IA
Wednesday, August 19, 2025
100: Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum
The North Linn Board of Directors work session will be called to order immediately following the regular meeting in the boardroom of the District Office (3033 Lynx Drive, Troy Mills). Roll will be taken to determine a quorum.
_____R. Benesch _____ Carson _____ Hoover _____Krogmann _____Michael _____Price _____Zumbach
200: Adoption of the Agenda
MOTION to adopt the agenda as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
600: New Business
601: Work Session with Superintendent Schott
The Board will conduct a work session with Superintendent Schott to continue working on the Strategic Operating Plan and setting long term goals.
900: Adjournment
MOTION to adjourn the work session at __________ PM.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
