BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
North Linn District Office
3033 Lynx Drive
Troy Mills, IA
Wednesday, September 16, 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: Superintendent Report
Superintendent Schott will share updates and discussion items from around the district.
District Strategic Operational Plan
- Denovo 2nd Site Visit
- SIAC Meeting Preparation
Community Trust and Engagement
- Coggon City Council Workshop to discuss Bus Stops
- Homecoming Updates and Communication
- District Communication: Weekly Staff Video and Monthly Superintendent Memo
Sustainable Leadership and Accountability
- Certified Enrollment, Second Count Training
- 26-27 Talented and Gifted Plan State Submission
502: Elementary Report
Elementary Administrator, Shanna Helmke, will share updates and discussion items in regards to North Linn Elementary.
Strengthen Literacy Achievement
- Intentional FAST data sorts to identify literacy needs and plan interventions
- Professional development focused on evidence-based intervention and aligned to student needs
- Professional development focused on implementing small groups to increase student engagement
Strengthen Instructional Practice
- Protected time for teachers to analyze FAST data
- Personalized PD provided to teachers focused on identifying priority standards in both reading and math
Build a Positive and Connected School Culture
- Classroom read-alouds
- Read-aloud recording shared with Kindergarten families
- First Kickoff Assembly to establish school-wide expectations and review Leader in Me Habits
- “Caught being a Lynx” student recognitions celebrating positive behaviors
- Sharing student celebrations through social media to showcase the positive things happening at North Linn Elementary.
503: 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
- PD Sessions
- Partnership with GWAEA support
Classroom Walkthroughs
- Conversations and Support
- English Curriculum
Increase student community
- MRA Data conversations
- Kirkwood Connection - Exhibit 503.1
504: Activities Report - Exhibit 504.1
Activities Director, Brian Wheatley, has submitted a written report providing updates on North Linn activities and athletics.
505: Board Presentations
Melissa Wheatley and Megan Rawlins will be presenting on North Linn’s current Talented and Gifted Services provided by Extended Learning Program.
600: New Business
601: Receive Special Education Modified Allowable Growth - Exhibit 601.1
MOTION to approve the 2026-2027 Special Education Modified Allowable Growth in the amount of $212,724.77.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
The amount we are asking to approve is the deficit amount from our special education expenditures. Without approval, this amount would be pulled from our general fund. With approval, we have the additional authorized authority to ask for this in our cash reserve levy.
602: Fundraiser Approval Exhibit 602.1
MOTION to approve the fundraiser requests from the Junior Class for the online auction and Edgewood Locker meats, from SkillsUSA for custom made items, Band/Choir to sell cookie dough to raise money for their upcoming trip, from Robotics to produce and sell Homecoming buttons, and Activities Director to solicit business and community sponsorships for the purchase and installation of a new baseball scoreboard as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
603: Receive Agreement for Cooperation in Student Teaching Program with Coe College Exhibit 603.1
MOTION to approve the Agreement for Cooperation in Student Teaching Program with Coe College as presented for the 2026-2027 school year.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
604: Receive Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program Manual – Exhibit 604.1 (Attached to email)
MOTION to approve the North Linn Community School District Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program Manual as presented for the 2026-2027 school year.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
The North Linn Community School District maintains a Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program Manual outlining the district's procedures for identifying, serving, and monitoring students who qualify for TAG services. The Board is being asked to review and approve the current TAG Program Manual for implementation.
605: Authorize Termination of NightShift Continuing Contract for Custodial Services – Exhibit 605.1
MOTION to approve the termination of the continuing contract with NightShift for custodial services, pursuant to the terms of the agreement.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
606: Receive Letter of Agreement from Linn County Emergency Management - Exhibit 606.1
MOTION to approve the Letter of Agreement with Linn County Emergency Management Agency for Transportation Resources Needed for an Evacuation as presented.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
With the planned restart of the Duane Arnold Energy Center, Linn County EMA is working to get this agreement back in place.
607: First Reading of Policy Recommendations - Exhibit 607.1, 607.2, & 607.3
MOTION to approve the first reading of policy updates as presented at this meeting.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
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Policy # |
Title |
New |
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701.05 |
FISCAL MANAGEMENT |
New |
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701.05 R1 |
FINANCIAL METRICS |
New |
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603.12 |
POST SECONDARY EDUCATION COUNSELING |
New |
608: Review or revision of Policy Recommendations - Exhibit 608.1 (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 |
Revised / Review / Rescind / New |
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600 Series |
Education Program |
Review |
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No. 600 |
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE EDUCATION PROGRAM |
Revised |
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602.01 |
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT |
Revised |
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602.02 |
CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION |
Revised |
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603.01 |
BASIC INSTRUCTION PROGRAM |
Revised |
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603.03 |
SPECIAL EDUCATION |
Revised |
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603.04 |
MULTICULTURAL AND GENDER FAIR |
Rescind |
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603.05 |
HEALTH EDUCATION |
Revised |
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603.06 |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION |
Revised |
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603.05 |
HEALTH EDUCATION |
Revised |
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603.10 |
GLOBAL EDUCATION |
Rescind |
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604.01 |
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION |
Revised |
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604.01E1 |
COMPETENT PRIVATE INSTRUCTION REPORT |
Rescind |
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604.03 |
PROGRAM FOR TALENTED AND GIFTED STUDENTS |
Revised |
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604.03R1 |
PROGRAM FOR TALENTED AND GIFTED STUDENTS REGULATION |
New |
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604.05 |
RELIGIOUS-BASED EXCLUSION FROM A SCHOOL PROGRAM |
Revised |
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604.07 |
DUAL ENROLLMENT |
Revised |
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604.09 |
HOME SCHOOL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
Rescind |
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605.8R2 |
CREATION OF INAPPROPRIATE AI-GENERATED IMAGES |
New |
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606.05 |
STUDENT FIELD TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS |
Revised |
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607.01 |
STUDENT GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM |
Revised |
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607.02 |
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES |
Revised |
The 600 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.
609: 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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APPROVED OUT
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Name |
Grade |
Receiving District |
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Payce Hildreth |
AK |
CPU |
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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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Cole Bamrick |
Asst. HS Boys Wrestling Coach - moved to volunteer |
Reassign |
800: Board Communications and Calendar
801: Board Communications
802: Board Calendar
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
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9/23/2026 |
5:30 pm |
Homecoming Parade / Coronation |
Football Field and Troy Mills |
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10/20/2026 |
8 - 10 am |
Fall Board Visit |
Elementary and Secondary Buildings |
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10/21/2026 |
6:00 pm |
Board Work Session Following the Meeting |
NL District Board Room |
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12/9/2026 |
6:00 pm |
December Board Meeting |
NL District Board Room |
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2/10/2026 |
6:00 pm |
February Board Meeting |
NL District Board Room |
900: Adjournment
MOTION to adjourn the meeting at __________ PM.
Action Motion: _________ Second: __________ Carried: Yes / No
