Mid-Prairie Community School District
Kalona, Wellman, West Chester
Mid-Prairie Central Office Community Room, Wellman, IA 52356
April 13, 2022 – 6:00 p.m.
President Jeremy Pickard called the meeting to order.
Board members present Mary Allred, Denise Chittick, Gabrielle Frederick, Jeremy Pickard, Marianne Schlabach, Jed Seward, Jake Snider.
Board members absent: None.
Staff Present: Business Manager/Board Secretary Jeff Swartzentruber; Human Resources Coordinator Carmela Ulin
Denise Chittick moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Seconded by Mary Allred. Motion carried 7-0.
Overview of Superintendent Candidate Pool
Board President Pickard asked Trent Grundmeyer of Grundmeyer Leader Services to proceed with the agenda as outlined. 22 total candidates applied for the Mid-Prairie Superintendent opening. The candidate pool stats were shared in terms of diversity, experience, and referral sources. The Board asked clarifying questions on the data provided.
Finalize Formal Interview Schedule for the New Superintendent Position
Trent Grundmeyer shared the tentative Interview Schedule for Finalists with the Board and explained the process. He asked for questions and input by the Board. The Board provided feedback on the schedule. Modifications will be made by Grundmeyer and returned to the District.
Review Superintendent Candidates, Finalize Screening Questions, Discuss Formal Interview Teams for New Superintendent – Closed Session
Denise Chittick moved to continue to closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual who’s hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual request a closed session as provided by 21.5(i), Code of Iowa. Seconded by Mary Allred.
Roll Call Vote: Gabrielle Frederick - yes Mary Allred - yes
Jed Seward - yes Jeremy Pickard - yes
Marianne Schlabach - yes Jake Snider - yes
Denise Chittick - yes
Motion carried 7-0.
The Board entered Closed Session at 6:35p.m.
The Board exited Closed Session at 8:44p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:45p.m.