MINUTES BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NOVEMBER 10, 2025
The committee on American Civics held a meeting at 5:45 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on November 10, 2025. This meeting was advertised in the November 5th edition of the Battle Creek Enterprise. President Jeremy Pochop called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. Members present were Tammy Bierman, Tom Leathers, Bo Brummels, Toby Thompson and Paul Kuchar. Also present were Superintendent Jake Luhr, Principal Jeff Heimes, Principal Curtis Childers, one visitor, staff members Jenni Frey and Samantha Arlt, and seven seniors. The open meeting law poster was discussed and posted and will be followed at every Board meeting. To start the Board meeting, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Tom Leathers made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, which included the November general fund bills that totaled $122,047.68. Toby Thompson seconded the motion. On roll call vote, the motion carried with six ayes.
Mrs. Jenni Frey presented to the Board the 2024-25 Achievement Data.
Mr. Luhr presented to the Board information about the EHA 2026-27 insurance rates. Rates will increase 7.25% for the 2026-27 school year.
Mr. Luhr presented to the Board the revised Family and Consumer Science standards. Bo Brummels made a motion to approve the revised Family and Consumer Science standards. Tom Leathers seconded the motion. On roll call vote, the motion carried with six ayes.
Mr. Luhr informed the Board that the contract for the Daikin project had not yet been received.
Mr. Luhr presented to the Board three financing options for the Mechanical/HVAC project. The Board decided to discuss further after the contract is received.
Tammy Bierman made a motion to approve the new teaching contract for Connie Lade, 7-12 Guidance Counselor, for the 2026-27 school year. Paul Kuchar seconded the motion. On a roll call vote, the motion carried with five ayes. Tom Leathers abstained.
Mr. Luhr presented to the Board the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Audit for 2024-25. Toby Thompson made a motion to approve the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Audit for 2024-25. Paul Kuchar seconded the motion. On roll call vote, the motion carried with six ayes.
Mr. Luhr recommended to the Board to add a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) account within our Activities Fund. All PTO fundraising, purchases, etc. to follow board policy. Bo Brummels made a motion to approve adding a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) account within our Activities Fund. Tammy Bierman seconded the motion. On a roll call vote, the motion carried with six ayes.
Mr. Luhr presented to the Board the Superintendent evaluation form. The Board will review the document and complete the evaluation at the December 2025 board meeting.
Comments were heard from the Principals and Superintendent.
With no further business, Board President Jeremy Pochop adjourned the meeting at 6:52 PM.
Submitted by,
Jake Luhr, Secretary Board of Education