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South O’Brien School District Board of Education Regular Meeting

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South O’Brien School District
Board of Education Regular Meeting
03/17/2025 06:00 PM
Paullina Site
Conference Room
MEETING MINUTES
 Mission
“Preparing students to be responsible citizens and lifelong learners.”
Attendees
Voting Members
Gina Paulsen, Board President
John Beck, Board Vice President
Sue McCauley, Board Member
Richard Radtke, Board Member
Beth Sibenaller-Woodall, Board Member
Dallas Jalas, Board Member
Non-Voting Members
Wade Riley, Superintendent
Aaron Giese, SBO/Board Secretary
Jean Steen, Elementary Principal
A. Call to Order
School Board President Gina Paulsen called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum
Directors Sue McCauley, Dallas Jalas, Gina Paulsen, John Beck, and Richard Radtke were present.  Director Beth Sibenaller-Woodall joined the meeting prior to agenda item F.2. and left during agenda item I.5.  Director Josh Rausch was absent.  Quorum established.
C. Adoption of Agenda
Motion made by: John Beck
Motion seconded by: Sue McCauley
Voting:
Gina Paulsen – Yes
John Beck – Yes
Sue McCauley – Yes
Richard Radtke – Yes
Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
Dallas Jalas – Yes
Motion carried.
D. Welcome and Delegation

  1. Public Forum
    None.
    E. Consider Consent Items
  2. Minutes of Previous Meetings
    Motion made by: Sue McCauley
    Motion seconded by: Dallas Jalas
    Voting:
    Gina Paulsen – Yes
    John Beck – Yes
    Sue McCauley – Yes
    Richard Radtke – Yes
    Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
    Dallas Jalas – Yes
    Motion carried.
  3. Financial Reports
    a. Financial Statements
    Board Secretary/School Business Official Aaron Giese provided the board with commentary on the school financials including receipts and expenditures, fund balances, and upcoming items to look for.
    Motion made by: Sue McCauley
    Motion seconded by: John Beck
    Voting:
    Gina Paulsen – Yes
    John Beck – Yes
    Sue McCauley – Yes
    Richard Radtke – Yes
    Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
    Dallas Jalas – Yes
    Motion carried.
    b. Consider Payment of Invoices
    Board Secretary/School Business Official Aaron Giese highlighted some invoices and expenditures for the month and answered questions posed by board members.
    Motion made by: Sue McCauley
    Motion seconded by: Dallas Jalas
    Voting:
    Gina Paulsen – Yes
    John Beck – Yes
    Sue McCauley – Yes
    Richard Radtke – Yes
    Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
    Dallas Jalas – Yes
    Motion carried.
    F. Reports
  4. 2025 Summer School Plans
    Superintendent Wade Riley and Elementary Principal Jean Steen updated the board on the plans for 2025 summer school including options for credit recovery and additional supports for students.
  5. History Day Report
    Secondary history instructor Kevin Hanlin and SO’ student Anessa Johnson updated the board on their participation in the National History Day event at Northwestern College.  Four SO’ students were chosen to advance to the state competition in Ames next month.
  6. Reports by Administration
    a. Directors
    Superintendent Wade Riley presented information to the board from the directors of the district including buildings, transportation, maintenance, nutrition, technology, and activities.
    b. Elementary
    Elementary Principal Jean Steen provided an update to the board from the elementary including 21st-century skills, college and career readiness, positive climate and culture, high performance and growth, and facilities.
    c. Secondary
    Secondary Principal Denise Phillips was absent but provided an update to the board from the secondary including 21st-century skills, college and career readiness, positive climate and culture, high performance and growth, and facilities.
    d. Superintendent
    Superintendent Wade Riley updated the board on a number of items including the bond project at the Paullina site, an online auction of items in the 1925 Paullina building, summer projects, legislative events, War Eagle Conference membership, and upcoming dates to look for.
  7. Recognition of Staff, Students and Patrons
    Several SO’ students were celebrated for their numerous accomplishments in FFA and basketball.  See the school website and SO’ app for other updates.
    G. Board Committee Reports
  8. Technology/Transportation Committee
    Committee members Richard Radtke and Beth Sibenaller-Woodall, as well as Superintendent Wade Riley, updated the board on a previous technology/transportation committee meeting highlighting several areas of the district’s existing technology as well as upcoming improvements.
    H. Unfinished Business
    None.
    I. New Business
  9. Consider Approval of FY26 Technology Purchases
    Motion to approve the purchase of several laptops, hosting services through JMC, antivirus renewal, and student device monitoring software.
    Motion made by: John Beck
    Motion seconded by: Beth Sibenaller-Woodall
    Voting:
    Unanimously Approved
  10. Consider Approval of Math Curriculum Purchase
    Motion to approve the puchase of comprehensive K-12 math curriculum from several vendors at a total cost of $144,117.68.
    Motion made by: John Beck
    Motion seconded by: Dallas Jalas
    Voting:
    Unanimously Approved
  11. Consider Approval of PA Window Replacement Project Bid
    Motion to approve the bid from Geels Glass, Inc., in conjunction with Wiltgen Brothers Inc., to replace all exterior windows in the west and south wings of the existing Paullina building at a total cost of $479,650.00.
    Motion made by: Sue McCauley
    Motion seconded by: Richard Radtke
    Voting:
    Unanimously Approved
  12. Consider Approval of Fundraiser
    Motion to approve a fundraiser for the Paullina building activity account.
    Motion made by: John Beck
    Motion seconded by: Sue McCauley
    Voting:
    Unanimously Approved
  13. Discussion of 2024-25 Academic Calendar
    The board discussed options for the remaining 2024-25 academic calendar, taking into consideration hours missed due to late starts and no school days.
    J. Personnel
  14. Resignations
    Mary Fiddelke – Elementary Paraprofessional
    Priscilla Jenness – Color Guard Coach
    Charlene Breitbarth – Part-time Custodian

The board thanked Mary Fiddelke for her many years of service to the district.
Motion made by: John Beck
Motion seconded by: Dallas Jalas
Voting:
Gina Paulsen – Yes
John Beck – Yes
Sue McCauley – Yes
Richard Radtke – Yes
Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
Dallas Jalas – Yes
Motion carried.

  1. Employment of Staff
    Anna Wagner – 3-Year-Old Preschool Instructor
    Motion made by: John Beck
    Motion seconded by: Sue McCauley
    Voting:
    Gina Paulsen – Yes
    John Beck – Yes
    Sue McCauley – Yes
    Richard Radtke – Yes
    Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
    Dallas Jalas – Yes
    Motion carried.
    K. Communication
  2. IASB Information
    Board members were encouraged to check out the resources available on the IASB website.
    L. Talking Points
    Board members mentioned the continued progress of the construction project and the accomplishments of SO’ students.
    M. Adjournment
    Motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:01 PM.
    Motion made by: John Beck
    Motion seconded by: Dallas Jalas
    Voting:
    Gina Paulsen – Yes
    John Beck – Yes
    Sue McCauley – Yes
    Richard Radtke – Yes
    Beth Sibenaller-Woodall – Not Present
    Dallas Jalas – Yes
    Motion carried.  The next board of education regular meeting will be April 21st at 6:00 PM in the Paullina site conference room.
    Published in O’Brien County’s Bell-Times-Courier March 27, 2025

SOUTH O’BRIEN BOARD OF ED – MARCH 17, 2025 APPROVED CLAIMS

Checking 1 Fund: 10 GENERAL FUND AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 1,288.95
ASCENDANCE TRUCKS MIDWEST, LLC
TRANS REPAIR/MAINT 2,598.77 BLACK HILLS ENERGY
NATURAL GAS 8,262.96 BLICK ART MATERIALS
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 438.27 BOB & SCOTT’S
GENERAL SUPPLIES 401.44 BUENA VISTA UNIVERSITY
FEES 6,000.79 CITY OF PAULLINA
UTILITIES 6,606.68 CITY OF PRIMGHAR
UTILITIES 2,333.63 CLAIM AID
FEES 415.53 CLAYTON RIDGE CSD
FEES 8,630.78 COMMUNITY AGENCY, THE
PHONE/INTERNET 767.31 CULLIGAN IOWA
GENERAL SUPPLIES 380.88 DELTA DENTAL
DENTAL INSURANCE 2,328.02 DHS CASHIER
FEES 4,023.77
DOLLAR GENERAL
GENERAL SUPPLIES 49.45
DONOVAN GROUP
PURCHASED SERVICE 900.00
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SYSTEMS
PURCHASED SERVICE 75.00
EPS OPERATIONS, LLC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 586.27
FAREWAY
GENERAL SUPPLIES 44.04
FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE
VISION INSURANCE 666.65
GFC LEASING
COPIER LEASE 1,988.05
HEARTLAND NATURAL GAS LLC
NATURAL GAS 12,306.24
HICKS ELECTRIC SERVICE INC
REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 480.02
IOWA HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC ASSN
FEES 420.00
IOWA TESTING PROGRAMS
ISASP TESTS 1,348.00
IPERS
FEES 20.00
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL
TRANSPORTATION SUPPLIES 126.91
JOSTENS
GENERAL SUPPLIES 474.25
JR ROOFING LLC
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 405.00
JW’S BAR AND GRILL
GENERAL SUPPLIES 60.00
LOCOMOTION LANES
FEES 702.50
MARCUS NEWS INC
PUBLICATIONS 733.82
MARK’S PUMP SALES & SERVICE REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 242.18
NEAL CHASE LUMBER CO
BUILDING SUPPLIES 460.02
NELNET PAYMENT SERVICES
PURCHASED SERVICE 123.77
NW IA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FEES 40.00
OC SANITATION INC
GARBAGE SERVICES 180.55
ONESOURCE
PURCHASED SERVICE 89.00
P & K PEST CONTROL
PURCHASED SERVICE 560.00
PAULLINA HARDWARE
HARDWARE SUPPLIES 483.60
PITNEY BOWES INC
POSTAGE SUPPLIES 91.29
PIZZA RANCH
TRAVEL 27.70
PLANK ROAD PUBLISHING INC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 123.35
POSTMASTER
POSTAGE 122.76
PRAIRIE MARKET
GENERAL SUPPLIES 368.42
PSYCHOLOGY MAGAZINE
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 39.97
QDOBA MEXICAN EATS
TRAVEL 13.80
RAY’S MIDBELL MUSIC INC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 290.45
ROADHOUSE, THE
TRAVEL 15.00
SAM’S CLUB
GENERAL SUPPLIES 100.99
SCHOOL HEALTH CORPORATION
GENERAL SUPPLIES 38.19
SHEEKS, ALISYN
REIMBURSEMENT 1,769.82
SHELDON CSD
FEES 5,327.60
SIBLEY FAMILY & SPORTS CHIROPRACTIC
MEDICAL SERVICES 120.00
SPENCER CSD
FEES 34,646.84
SPENCER OFFICE SUPPLIES
MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 1,595.42
SECURITY STATE BANK
FEES 10.00
THOMPSON SOLUTIONS GROUP
REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 277.50
TRINITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
FEES 75.00
TSYS MERCHANT SOLUTIONS
FEES 386.08
UNIVERSAL PEDIATRICS
MEDICAL SERVICES 6,820.00
VERIZON
CELL SERVICE 485.57 WAGEWORKS INC
PURCHASED SERVICE 1,550.00 WELLMARK
MEDICIAL INSURANCE 62,657.11 WEX BANK
DIESEL/FUEL 9,308.40 Fund Total: 194,304.36
Checking 1 Fund: 22 MANAGEMENT LEVY FUND
WELLMARK
MEDICIAL INSURANCE 4,665.42 Fund Total: 4,665.42
Checking 1 Fund: 33 SAVE FUND ALLEGIANT TECHNOLOGY
TECH SUPPLIES 45.78 AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 26.85 COMMUNITY AGENCY, THE
PHONE/INTERNET 200.00 CULLIGAN IOWA
GENERAL SUPPLIES 7,388.74 HICKS ELECTRIC SERVICE INC
REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 251.49 JAMF SOFTWARE, LLC
SOFTWARE 2,115.00 JMC COMPUTER SERVICE INC
SOFTWARE/SUPPORT 9,586.36 JR ROOFING LLC
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 950.00 MARK’S PUMP SALES & SERVICE REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 679.08 PIXOW
TECH SERVICES 5,458.40 RED’S PRINTING CO
GENERAL SUPPLIES 2,291.18 SWIFT AIR INC
REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 22,850.71 Fund Total: 51,843.59
Checking 1 Fund: 36 PPEL FUND FEH ASSOCIATES INC
ARCHITECTURE FEE 18,800.00 GFC LEASING
COPIER LEASE 2,281.15 METEOR EDUCATION
FURNITURE 91,121.60 Fund Total: 112,202.75
Checking 1 Fund: 61 SCHOOL NUTRITION FUND
BOB & SCOTT’S
GENERAL SUPPLIES 81.22 CASEY’S BAKERY INC
BREAD PRODUCTS 1,555.36 CULLIGAN IOWA
GENERAL SUPPLIES 419.00 DELTA DENTAL
DENTAL INSURANCE 37.10 DFA DAIRY BRANDS FLUID, LLC
DAIRY PRODUCTS 1,913.35 FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE
VISION INSURANCE 19.71 HICKS ELECTRIC SERVICE INC
REPAIR/MAINT SERVICE 495.47
MARTIN BROS DISTRIBUTING CO INC
NUTRITION PRODUCTS 15,541.50 METEOR EDUCATION
FURNITURE 13,279.34 PRAIRIE MARKET
GENERAL SUPPLIES 72.36 WELLMARK
MEDICIAL INSURANCE 651.32 Fund Total: 34,065.73
Checking 1 Fund: 63 3YO PS AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 150.92 Fund Total: 150.92
Checking 1 Fund: 68 ENTERPRISE FUND BOB & SCOTT’S
GENERAL SUPPLIES 478.52 Fund Total: 478.52
Checking 2 Fund: 21 STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND
AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 595.65
AMERICINN
LODGING 1,330.64
APPLE INC
TECH SUPPLIES 11.76
BAKER, BRADY
OFFICIAL 135.00
BROADWAY MARKET PLACE
GENERAL SUPPLIES 36.00
CENTER SPORTS, INC
ATHLETIC SUPPLIES 80.00
COLLECTOR’S COVE
GENERAL SUPPLIES 226.34
DOEDEN, MARSHALL
OFFICIAL 135.00
DOLLAR GENERAL
GENERAL SUPPLIES 51.35
DREW, DAVID
OFFICIAL 135.00
EEKHOFF, KEVIN
OFFICIAL 135.00
FUHRMAN, MARK
OFFICIAL 255.00
GOTTLIEB, JOEL
OFFICIAL 135.00
I29 SPORTS
ATHLETIC SUPPLIES 216.50
IOWA QUIZ BOWL LEAGUE
FEES 0.00
JW’S BAR AND GRILL
GENERAL SUPPLIES 184.00
LUCAS, JEFF
OFFICIAL 135.00
MALLOY, JOHN
OFFICIAL 135.00 MOUNT KATO
FEES 699.00 NASSP/NHS
FEES 385.00 NELSON, KODY
OFFICIAL 295.00 PAULLINA AMERICAN LEGION
FEES 800.00 PG GOLF LLC
ATHLETIC SUPPLIES 255.88 PRAIRIE LAKES AEA
FEES 15.01 PRAIRIE MARKET
GENERAL SUPPLIES 390.25 SDSU LITTLE INTERNATIONAL
FEES 680.00 SHELDON CSD
FEES 642.50 TILGNER, MONTE
OFFICIAL 135.00 WAGNER, SCOTT
OFFICIAL 180.00 WEAVER, ANDREW
OFFICIAL 390.00 WETZ, MARK
OFFICIAL 135.00 WHYE’S CHOICE FUNDRAISING
RESALE SUPPLIES 360.00 Fund Total: 9,294.88
Checking 3 Fund: 31 CAPITAL PROJECTS AHLERS & COONEY, PC
LEGAL SERVICE 321.00 AIRGAS USA, LLC
GENERAL SUPPLIES 23,101.33
ATC GROUP SERVICES, LLC DEPOSITORY
PURCHASED SERVICE 1,350.00 CAREY’S ELECTRONICS
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 262.50
CERTIFIED TESTING SERVICES INC
PURCHASED SERVICE 1,960.00 COMMUNITY AGENCY, THE
PHONE/INTERNET 22,623.00 FEH ASSOCIATES INC
ARCHITECTURE FEE 25,324.47 H&R CONSTRUCTION CO.
CONSTRUCTION SERVICE 125,196.05 PIXOW
TECH SERVICES 9,609.00
UNITED GREENHOUSE SYSTEMS, INC.
GENERAL SUPPLIES 4,088.50 WILTGEN BROTHERS INC
CONSTRUCTION SERVICE 965,124.95 Fund Total: 1,178,960.80
Published in O’Brien County’s Bell-Times-Courier March 27, 2025

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