June 2025

Minutes of the Banner County School District
Board of Education Meeting
Monday, June 9, 2025

Notice of the Monday, June 9, 2025, Board of Education Regular Meeting was published at the
entrance to the school, the Banner County Court House, the Harrisburg Post Office, Banner Capital
Bank, in the Western Nebraska Observer, and on the school website. 
 
Call to Order
The Regular Meeting of the Banner County School District Board of Education was called to
order at 7:03PM, in the school cafeteria, 200 School Street, Harrisburg, Nebraska.
The Nebraska Open Meetings Act was displayed on the wall.
Roll Call/Welcome
Present: John-Robert Faden, Ronald Johnson, Jake Knaub, Douglas Olsen, and Ryan Olsen.
Also present: Evelyn Browne, Superintendent/BOE Secretary and Troy Holmberg, Principal.
Motion to excuse BOE member Laura Baker from the June 9th, 2025 regular meeting of the
Banner County BOE. Passed with a motion by Ronald Johnson and a second by Jake Knaub.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Pledge of Allegiance
President Douglas Olsen invited members and guests to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. 
Approval of Agenda
Approve the agenda for the June 9th, 2025 Regular Meeting of the Banner County Board of
Education. Passed with a motion by Ronald Johnson and a second by Jake Knaub.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Awards and Recognition
President Douglas Olsen commended the following students, staff, and patrons:
-Mike Johnson and Jim Milner were honored with the BCEA Friend of Education Award on Patron's
Day. 
- A Honor Roll Students: Isaac Olsen, Shawnie Mason, Luke Olsen, Knox Hottell, Kambrie
Loutzenhiser, Eli Allen, Bailie Gilbert
-A/B Honor Roll Students: Keira Bolander, Karleigh Leslie, Destiny Rowell, Micah Dittbenner, Logan
Mason, Leeigh McGowan, Jackson Onstott, Tack Cross, Kassie Loutzenhiser, Madalinn May, Tate
Olsen, George Teeple
-Logan Mason painted the Banner County design, which is one of 93 counties in the collaborative
artwork: "Art Grows Here" on display at the MONA (Museum of Nebraska Art) in Kearney.
-Isaac Olsen was invited to the MAC vs MNAC all-star game in Big Springs on May 31st due to being
named first team all-conference in MAC. President Olsen thanked Brandon Avila and Tod Wenger
for taking the trip to support Isaac.

-Staff would like to recognize Greg Coons, our new custodian, for his work and positive attitude. 
Comments from the Audience
There was no public comment.
Hearing on Parental and Family Engagement, Bullying Prevention, and Student Fees
Open a public hearing at 7:09 PM for the purposes of hearing support, opposition, criticism,
suggestions, or observations of patrons relating to Board of Education Policy 1005.12 Parental and
Family Engagement, Policy 504.20 Bullying Prevention, and Policy 504.19 Student Fees. Passed
with a motion by Douglas Olsen and a second by Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
At 7:12 PM, the Board closed the hearing on Policies 1005.12, 504.20, and 504.19 with no
decisions being made.  President Douglas Olsen declared the meeting in regular session at that
time.
Reports
Superintendent
Community
-Golf Scramble was a great success for our 1 st event thanks to many sponsors, the 21 teams who
competed, and all the student helpers. We are looking forward to next year. Many thanks to
Wittni Boettcher and Bandon Avila for the planning up front that resulted in a very smoothly run
tournament.
Facilities & Transportation
-Summer maintenance moving along. DL room prepared for ESU13 installation later this year.
-Baby changing table installed in Handicap Bathroom.
-NDEE Clean Diesel Rebate Program will reimburse 25% of the cost of a diesel or gasoline bus up to
a maximum rebate of $31,000. There will be 11 rebates awarded. Application will open soon (due
July 25 th ).
Student Programs & Enrollment
- Current 2024-2025 Enrollment - 127   PK = 8; K-5= 57; 6-8= 24; 9-12=36; LL-1; VLTS-1
 Option IN - 37           Option Out - 22
-Perkins Grant of $3500 approved for 3-D printer and filament.
Personnel
-Training dates scheduled for teachers in core programs over the summer: ELA (6-12) and Social
Studies (K-5)
-Danielle Villagrana will attend JAG conference in Omaha, June23-27
-BCSWILDCAT emails have been created for all Board members and non-staff coaches.
 

Principal

Graduation- May 17th
Eight seniors participated in graduation ceremonies. We wish them the best of success in future
endeavors.
Academic/Activity Banquet- May 15th
The banquet was well attended and included a tribute to Mr. Gifford at the end.
High School Passing Rate/Credits
Second semester, roughly 98% passing rate (5 failed courses of 270 graded courses)
Credit reduction for two students due to excessive absences
Four students earned back full credits in all classes by making up owed time
NWEA Spring Results
In the spring, students in grades K-2 take the NWEA Growth assessment in the areas of math and
reading. Students in 3-8 take the NSCAS Summative assessment in math and reading.  The NWEA
company produces both assessments.
Elementary (K-5) Results: Reading (K-5): Median 67 th Percentile  Math (K-5): Median 78 th Percentile
Middle School (6-8) Results: Reading:  Median 40 th Percentile Math: Median 53 th Percentile 
Principal’s Retreat- I attended the ESU 13 principal retreat on June 3 rd - Topics included KSB legal
updates, AI use in schools, restorative practices, and review of research on the role of the principal
Board of Education
No report.
Consent Agenda
Motion to approve the consent agenda. Passed with a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by
Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
-Approve the Minutes of the May 12th, 2025 regular meeting.
-Approve the payment of bills and salaries totaling $385,402.45 for the June 9th, 2025, regular
meeting. 
-Annual Transportation Report
-Approve obsolete technology equipment
-Approve Revisions to the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
Committee Reports
Transportation and Grounds: Committee met on June 9, 2025 at 6:30pm to review bus bids.
Recommendation in on the agenda.
American Civics, Curriculum, and Technology: No report.
Policy Review: Policy Committee meeting to review policy changes as a result of legislative changes
set for June 25 th at 5:30 PM.
Personnel and Negotiations: No report.
Approve Fees, Charges, Payments, & Tuition

Approve the fees, charges, payments, and tuition for the 2025-2026 school year as presented.
Passed with a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Renew Parental and Family Engagement, Bullying Prevention, Student Wellness, and Student
Fees Policies
Renew BOE Policies Parental and Family Engagement 1005.12; Student Fees 504.19; School
Wellness 508.13; Bullying Prevention 504.20; Harassment by Students 504.18. Passed with a
motion by Jake Knaub and a second by Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Approve purchase of student Chromebooks, laptops, and accessories
Approve the purchase of 25 student Chromebooks, 3 student laptops, and accessories from CDW-
G for $13,403.67. Passed with a motion by Ronald Johnson and a second by John-Robert Faden.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Award LP Bid
Approve and accept the bid from Peetz Farmers Coop to supply propane to the School District and
associated members of the Interlocal for the fixed price of $1.22 per gallon delivered to the
Interlocal members' propane tanks beginning September 1, 2025, and ending on August 31, 2026.
All other bids are rejected, Passed with a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by John-Robert
Faden.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Award bus bid
Approve the bid and purchase of a 2026, Freightliner, 65-passenger bus for the bid of $124,250,
from Omaha Truck Center, the cost of the bus to be included in the 2025-2026 transportation
budget. All other bus bids are rejected. Passed with a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by
Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea
Approve 1st reading of new and revised policies 
Approve 1st reading of revised policies 504.06, 504.12, 509.50 and new policy 507.05. Passed with
a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by Ronald Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea

Comments from the Audience
There was no public comment.
Next Meeting
Policy Committee Meeting: June 25 th , 2025, 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting: July 14 th , 2025, 7:00 PM
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 8:09 PM. Passed with a motion by Jake Knaub and a second by Ronald
Johnson.
John-Robert Faden: Yea, Ronald Johnson: Yea, Jake Knaub: Yea, Douglas Olsen: Yea, Ryan Olsen:
Yea

Banner County School Schedule of Bills/Claims

AMPLIFY EDUCATION, INC $1,458.40; BCS ACTIVITY FUND $20,000.00; BSN SPORTS LLC $76.60;
CLASS INTERCOM $1,495.00; CONNECTING POINT $566.01; COZAD SIGNS, LLC $172.00; DAS
STATE ACCTG $292.87; ESU #13 $11,671.33; STEPHANIE FARRO $305.50; FLOYD'S $8,169.84;
CAMERON GEARY $57.72; CARLA GORANSON $269.75; GRAINGER $495.36; GREATAMERICA
LEASING CORP $227.29; HARRISBURG WATER SYSTEM $927.37; HD SUPPLY $468.58; HIGH
WEST ENERGY, INC. $2,710.38; HOLIDAY INN-KEARNEY NE $134.95; HOME DEPOT $386.34;
HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT $1,457.95; IMAGINE LEARNING LLC $400.00; JJ PRATT
ENTERPRISES, LLC $2,877.00; JOSTENS, INC $246.99; KIMBALL AUTO PARTS LLC $834.69; THE
LAMPO GROUP LLC $306.46; LEXIA VOYAGER SOPRIS INC $225.00; MENARDS $118.91; NASB
$2,981.39; PACK RAT DISPOSAL $380.00; PYRAMID SCHOOL PRODUCTS $394.29; QUICK CARE
MEDICAL SERVICES $125.00; SANDBERG IMPLEMENT, INC. $8.38; SCHOOL NUTRITION FUND
$35.97; SCHOOL NUTRITION FUND $40,000.00; SCHOOL SPECIALTY, LLC $77.99; SOAR
PEDIATRIC THERAPY LLC $1,307.55; STAPLES ADVANTAGE $303.90; JESSICA STAUFFER $6.50;
SARA STEER $119.96; VERIZON WIRELESS $161.13; WELLS FARGO CARD SERVICES $46.75;
WELLS FARGO CARD SERVICES $1,047.03; WELLS FARGO CARD SERVICES $729.67; WIZNERD
DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC $1,172.50; AFLAC $912.88; FEDERAL TAX $39,676.51; MG TRUST
COMPANY $8,428.17; NE DEPT OF REVENUE $5,535.48; NPERS $36,906.05; VSP $630.06; 125
CLEARING ACCOUNT $410.00; BANNER COUNTY SCHOOL $915.00; BANNER COUNTY SCHOOL
BLDG FUND $1,650.00; BCBS NE $53,354.56; COLONIAL LIFE $183.93; COLONIAL LIFE $177.34;
HORACE MANN $264.34; LEGALSHIELD $57.80; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOC LLC $447.59;
PRINCIPAL $854.02; PAYROLL $129,748.42