OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE
SOUTH TAMA COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Board of Directors of the Community School District of South Tama County met on August 25, 2025 for a Regular Session at the Partnership Center, Tama, Iowa at 5:00 p.m. with some members of the community attending electronically through Google Hangouts.
The Board and guests stated the “Pledge of Allegiance” and the District’s mission statement.
On call of the roll the following were present: Elizabeth Dolezal, Rick Hopper, and Beth Wiese. Quorum Present. Joe Hanus and Megan Thiessen were absent. Also present were: Superintendent John Cain, Board Secretary Katie Mathern, Mary Mixdorf, Dixie Forcht, Cecilie Harrison, Sam Peska, Janelle Pirkl, Gerald Husak, Cheryl Husak, and members of the community through Google Hangouts.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the agenda. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Public Comment - None
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the following consent agenda items: August 11, 2025 Regular Session minutes, bills for payment and financials as presented, WIGU Software License and Services Agreement, $2,500 donation from the Clothes Closet for 4th Grade Snacks, $3,000 donation from STC Music Boosters towards the activity trailer, $895.00 from STC Activity Boosters towards the activity trailer, $600.00 donation from La Terraza for a Middle School staff meal, and early graduation request for Jamy Dolash (December 2025). All Ayes. The motion carried.
Superintendent Cain reported a successful Middle School Grand Opening with positive feedback. Back-to-School activities went smoothly, students returned today, and the transition with new staff is off to a good start.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the following personnel requests. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Hires: Janet Alqueza - Elementary Special Education Teacher (Level III), Lilibeth Lauron - High School Special Education Teacher (Level III), Brenon Chyma - Assistant 7th Grade Football Coach, Doug Ray - High School Concession Manager (Fall, Winter, and Spring), and Andrea Rutledge - Assistant 7th & 8th Grade Volleyball Coach
Resignations: Todd Anderson - Paraeducator
Transfers: Sue Kaloupek from Transportation Department to High School Special Education Paraeducator
Officials: MS/HS Volleyball - Julie Foglesong, Keith Hawkins, Gregory Davies, Daniel Rhine, Tiffany Theissen, Dan Bruns, Peter Cruz, Keely Upah, and Eugene Ubben; Cross Country Starter - David Lee; MS/HS Football - David Nitz, Tom Kemper, Dan Johnson, Jay Freese, Brian Murphy, Norm Granger, Tracy Richmond, Terrance Campbell, Stacy VanArsdale, Toby Smedley, Garrett Gobble, Duval Kamara, Steve Jacobson, Willie O’Hara, Brad Deling, Mike Spurlin, Mike Vint, Jose Placencia, Jon Reed, Josh Christensen, Travis Dillavou, Brian Crawford, and Brennan Imoehl
Dustin Peska - Mentoring Contract
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the 2025-2026 Classified Handbook as presented. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the 2025-2026 Certified Handbook as presented. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the ISG Invoice, in the amount of $26,657.24, for commissioning - first year occupancy + operational support and reimbursables - commissioning. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the updated TLC Job Description as presented. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the additional 2025-2026 volunteers: HS Football - Curtis Keahna and Archery - Andrea Boldt, Jason Boldt, Elizabeth Weitzell, Brad Weitzell, Sandra Chandonia, Jefferson Schroeder, and Michelle Schroeder. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the Trane proposal, in the amount of $5,750.00, for the check valve repair at the high school. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to set a public hearing for 2025-2026 Calendar Changes for Monday, September 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the iCEV quote, in the amount of $7,822.50, for 150 licenses for 2 Subject groups: (Architecture, Construction, & Manufacturing) and (Business, Marketing, Finance, IT, & Media). This will be paid for out of RPP funding. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve moving Middle School Student Council Sponsor to Level V on the Extra Duty/Co-Curricular Schedule. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the BSN Sports quote, in the amount of $8,352.75, for 14 rugs for the elementary school. This will be paid for out of the Lauderdale funding. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to table the high school graphics recommendation until the September 8th meeting. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve distributing the Educational Support Personnel Salary Supplement the same as last year , with attendance based on the full school year. Payment will be split between December and June. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve the SCI Communications proposal, in the amount of $15,387.42, for a PC system at the middle school. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to approve Ahlers and Cooney as the District’s legal counsel. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Motion by Hopper, second by Wiese to approve the second reading of the following policies as presented: 104 - Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy, 104 E1 - Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy - Complaint Form, 104 E2 - Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy - Witness Disclosure Form, 104 E3 - Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy - Disposition of Complaint Form, 104 R1 - Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy - Investigation Procedures, Rescind 106 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited, Rescind 106.01-E1 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Notice of Non-Discrimination, Rescind - 106.01-R1 - TITLE IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Education on Title IX Purpose and Requirements, Rescind 106.01-R2 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Nondiscrimination in Pregnancy and Related Conditions, Rescind 106.01-R3 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Responding to Complaints of Sex Discrimination, Rescind 106.01-R4 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Grievance Procedure, Rescind 106.01-R5 - Title IX - Discrimination and Harassment Based on Sex Prohibited - Informal Resolution Procedure, and 401.07 - Employee Travel Compensation. All Ayes. The motion carried.
Superintendent Cain reported a good start to the school year, noted upcoming athletic events, and Dolezal shared that the annual Band Booster Barbecue will not be held this year due to volunteer challenges, encouraging continued support of the Music Boosters in other ways.
Each Board member presented a “positive” they have witnessed in the District or their role as a Board member.
The next regular Board meeting will be on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., at the Partnership Center, Tama IA.
Motion by Wiese, second by Hopper to adjourn the meeting at 5:52 p.m.
Elizabeth Dolezal, Board President Katie Mathern, Board Secretary