BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NORTH LINN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
North Linn District Office
3033 Lynx Drive
Troy Mills, IA
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
100: Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum
President, Jeffrey Boss, called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Present were Directors J Benesh, R Benesch, Hoover, Krogmann & Michael, Superintendent Glenn, Elementary Principal Schott, Secondary Principal Stoll and Director of School Improvement Graven and Secretary Peyton. Director Price arrived at 6:02 PM. Also in the audience were Nathan Holub, Katie Hatch and Jared Zumbach.
200: Adoption of the Agenda
It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Hoover to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried 7-0.
300: Consent Agenda
Secretary Peyton presented the September financial reports and shared information learned from the recent SBO Fall Conference. It was moved by Price, seconded by Krogmann to approve the following consent items; Minutes of the September board meeting, bills, Secretary’s financial reports, Activity Fund report and Food Service report. Motion carried 7-0.
400: Audience Communications
There was no communication from the audience.
500: Informational Reports, Discussions, and Presentations
501: Superintendent Report
Superintendent Glenn shared the activities report and provided an update on Enrollment sharing that North Linn has certified their enrollment and there could be a few fluctuations as numbers get finalized with the state. As of the date of this meeting the District’s open enrolled out number decreased by 18 students and the open enrolled in number increased by 8. Our students served increased by 27.9. These are great numbers for our district! She also shared that 4th Grade student, Beau Carson received national recognition through the National Math Stars program for scoring in the top 2% state-wide on the ISASP. There was discussion surrounding several logistical questions from Grundmeyer Leader Services for the Superintendent posting and Secretary Peyton shared information received from H2i to attach a press box to the existing bleachers at the football field.
502: Elementary Report
Elementary Administrator, Brendan Schott, shared some information on the Lynx Paw Partners mentorship program that would provide opportunities for secondary students to support elementary students as well as information from the Action Teams regarding collaborative conferences and discussion surrounding educating the public on our Leader in Me program. He discussed PD plans and collaboration among our specials teachers as well as individual professional development plans for teaching staff. He shared his progress on teacher evaluations as well as several events sponsored by the PTO, including the walk-a-thon, homecoming week and Halloween parade. Finally, he discussed the recent ALICE training conducted by the Linn County Sheriff’s office with our district staff on 9/24.
503: Secondary Report
Middle School/High School Administrator, Kaitlyn Stoll, shared with the board a “profile of a graduate” created by the Academics lighthouse team showing what it means to be a graduate at North Linn. This includes Character, Communication, College/Career Readiness and Citizenship. She discussed a successful and fun homecoming week and thoughts on creating new traditions and ways to include the elementary students in the fun. She shared the secondary attendance report that is being reviewed weekly. She also shared information about a speaker scheduled to present to parents on October 27th at 6:00PM in the High School Cafeteria, Dr. Doug Jacobson will be on site to share a presentation on Keeping Kids Safe Online.
504: School Improvement Report
School Improvement Director, Kimberly Graven, presented the Universal Screener data with scores from the Fall testing that the Data Teams have been reviewing and setting up reading and math plans for any students identified. She also shared the Iowa School Performance profile and gave an update on the SIAC meeting held before the board meeting. She reported that several applications have been completed and sent to the state and gave an update on the status of the ELA curriculum adoption – they are hoping to make a selection by February.
505: Food Service Report
Food Service Director, Pat Kelly, shared information with the board on meal pattern requirements and dietary specifications, discussed the program review that was completed at the end of last school year and shared plans for helping to increase participation in the school lunch program; these included increasing items available for ala carte, rotating more items through the menu and removing meals that are not going over well as well as trying new menu items. He plans to do some taste testing in the middle and high school to find the best tasting products according to the students. He also discussed having to go meals available for students who leave campus and go to Kirkwood.
506: Discussion - Offering Early Separation Package
Superintendent Glenn and SBO Peyton led the board in a discussion surrounding offering an early retirement package for 2026. The board decided not to offer a package this year.
600: New Business
601: FFA Overnight and Out of State Travel Request
It was moved by R Benesch, seconded by Price to approve the overnight and out of state travel request from the FFA Chapter to attend the National Leadership Convention in Indianapolis, IN October 29th through November 1st. Motion carried 7-0.
602: Approve SIAC Membership
It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Price to approve the members of the 25-26 SIAC Committee as presented. Motion carried 7-0.
603: Receive Formal Search Agreement from Grundmeyer Leader Search, LLC
It was moved by Hoover, seconded by J Benesh to approve the Search Agreement with Grundmeyer for Superintendent in the amount of $9,564.00. Motion carried 7-0.
604: Receive Quotes for Floor Scrubber
We received 3 quotes for floor scrubbers – Great Western, Performance Systems and Nobles. It was moved by Price, seconded by Krogmann to approve the quote to purchase a new floor scrubber from Performance Systems for $11,543. Motion carried 6-0
605: Receive Open Enrollment Requests
It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Hoover to approve the one open enrollment request out of the district as presented. Motion carried 7-0.
606: Receive Fundraiser Requests
It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Price to approve the fundraiser requests from High School Vocal to sell raffle tickets for a quilt to raise money to build sets; High School Band/Choir to sell coffee & popcorn to raise friends for a future trip and NHS to sell tickets ($20 each for a car load) to the Jingle Bright Holiday Lights for chapter expenses as presented. Motion carried 7-0.
700: Personnel
It was moved by J Benesh, seconded by Krogmann to approve hiring Justin Kress as Asst. HS Girls Wrestling Coach. Motion carried 7-0.
800: Board Communications and Calendar
801: Board Communications
Director Michael shared praise for Hannah Bridgewater who was a guide runner for a student during Cross Country season, several board members commented on what a great idea the staff alumni post on facebook was and Director J Benesh asked if there was a way to get the composite photos in the High School lobby updated to the current graduating class.
802: Board Calendar
October 14th was school picture day, Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled 10/29 and 10/30 from 3-7PM each night and the next school board meeting is scheduled for November 19th in the high school cafeteria.
900: Adjournment
The time being 7:36PM, it was moved by Krogmann, seconded by hoover to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0
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Kerry Peyton, Board Secretary Jeffrey Boss, Board President
