Ste. Genevieve R-II School Board draft minutes released

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STE. GENEVIEVE – The draft minutes of the Regular Open Session Meeting of the Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II held Tuesday, February 17, 2026, have been released.

MEETING MINUTES

Attendance Voting Members Mr. Eric Basler, Board President Geri Diesel, Board Secretary Mrs. Jamie Ballew, Board Member Mr. Joshua Gettinger, Board Vice President Mr. James Kirchner, Board Member Mrs. Martha Resinger, Board Member Mr. Philip Kwan, Board Member

  1. OPEN SESSION
  2. Call to Order A quorum being present and due notice having been published, the regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District was called to order on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM by President Mr. Eric Basler.
  3. Pledge of Allegiance
  4. New Board Member Oath of Office

            Board Secretary Mrs. Geralyn Diesel administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Philip Kwan, who    was appointed to the Board at the January 20, 2026 Regular (Open) Session meeting.

  1. Approval of the Agenda

            Motion to approve the Agenda of the February 17, 2026 Regular (Open) Session Meeting.             Motion made by: Mr. James Kirchner Motion seconded by: Mr. Joshua Gettinger Voting:             Unanimously Approved

  1. MSBA MONTHLY REPORT

            The February 2026 Board Report took a look at Senate Bill 3 and what these potential property    tax reforms could mean for school districts. Plus, information about MSBA’s upcoming events           and details on School Board Recognition Month. The MSBA Board Report is a short monthly            video featuring the latest news from MSBA and about public education in Missouri. The          program is designed to be shown during local school board meetings.

 

  1. CONSENT AGENDA

Motion to approve the Consent Agenda items as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Joshua Gettinger Motion seconded by: Geri Diesel Voting: Unanimously Approved

  1. Previous Meeting Minutes for Approval
  2. Payment of Bills and Warrants
  3. Treasurer’s Report
  4. CSIP Review
  5. Substitute Lists

 

  1. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

There were no Public Comment Forms submitted to speak during Public Participation.

  1. REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
  2. Notes of Appreciation Superintendent Dr. Paul Taylor shared notes of appreciation from a staff member, which were included in the Board members’ packets.
  3. Annual School Board Election The Ste. Genevieve R-II School District has completed candidate filing for the District’s Board of Directors. In accordance with § 115.124, RSMo., no election will be held because the number of candidates who filed is equal to the number of open            positions. The following candidates will be sworn into office at the School Board’s    reorganization meeting: Martha Resinger, Eric Basler, and James Kirchner.
  4. Kindergarten Registration – 2026–2027 School Year Kindergarten Registration will be held at the locations and times listed below. Please contact your elementary office beginning Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, after 9 a.m. to schedule appointments. To be admitted to kindergarten for            the 2026– 2027 school year, a child must turn five years of age prior to Aug. 1, 2026. Ste.           Genevieve Elementary: Saturday, March 14, 2026, starting at 8 a.m. (by appointment only) Call   573-883-4500 ext. 3 to schedule an appointment. Bloomsdale Elementary: Saturday, March     21, 2026, starting at 8 a.m. (by appointment only) Call 573-883-4500 ext. 4 to schedule an      appointment.
  5. Enrollment – Last Wednesday in January

            Dr. Taylor presented data, including historical figures, on the District’s enrollment reporting for   the last Wednesday in January.

  1. Principal Reports Dr. Bethany Koetting, Dr. Nanya Gegg, and Dr. Scott Mercer presented updates on activities and accomplishments at their respective buildings. Dr. John Boyd shared      brief high school highlights and then invited a student to report on high school activities.
  2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  3. Prop SG Updates

            Dr. Taylor updated the Board on the ongoing progress and timeline of the wrestling facility             project associated with Prop SG.

  1. Instructional Program Presentation – High School Industrial Arts

            Faculty members Mr. Chris Thompson & Mr. Kenny Rapp reported on the high school     Industrial Arts instructional programs.

  1. 2026-27 Proposed School Calendar

            Motion to approve the 2026-27 school calendar as    presented. Motion made by: Mr. Joshua             Gettinger Motion seconded by: Mr. Philip Kwan Voting: Unanimously Approved

  1. NEW BUSINESS
  2. Addition of Special Education Teachers

            Motion to approve the addition of three Special Education teacher positions for the district as             presented, effective for the 2026-27 school year. Motion made by: Mrs. Jamie Ballew Motion             seconded by: Mrs. Martha Resinger Voting: Unanimously Approved

  1. Addition of Special Education Paraprofessionals

            Motion to approve the addition of three Special Education Paraprofessional positions for the             district as presented, effective for the 2026-27 school year. Motion made by: Geri Diesel Motion             seconded by: Mr. Joshua Gettinger Voting: Unanimously Approved

  1. Addition of Elementary Teacher

            Motion to approve the addition of a Fourth Grade Teacher at Ste. Genevieve Elementary as             presented, effective for the 2026-27 school year. Motion made by: Mrs. Martha Resinger Motion seconded by: Mr. Philip Kwan Voting: Unanimously Approved

  1. DISTRICT UPDATE
  2. Release of Approved Personnel Changes

 

RETIREMENTS:

Jonothan Robinson STARS Teacher HS July 1, 2026

RESIGNATIONS:

Justin Roth 8th Grade Head Football Coach MS July 1, 2026 Extra Duty

Michelle Dallas Winter Cheer Co-Coach HS July 1, 2026 Extra Duty

Jennifer Kirchner Emeralds Head Coach (Fall & Winter) HS July 1, 2026 Extra Duty

Rebecca Keim Play Production Sponsor MS July 1, 2026 Extra Duty

Alexis Bova Special Education Teacher MS/HS July 1, 2026  Certified Staff

TRANSFERS & ASSIGNMENTS:

Erin Martin Head Cook SGE/MS/HS January 18, 2026

EMPLOYMENT:

Linda Arnold 6.5 Hour Cook District January 18, 2026 Support Staff

Jason Bauman Director of Technology District July 1, 2026 Support Staff

Megan Williams 12th Grade Guidance Counselor HS July 1, 2026 Certified Staff

Amanda Richardson Special Education Teacher BLE July 1, 2026 Certified Staff

Dr. John Boyd, Jr. Assistant Superintendent District July 1, 2026 Certified Staff

  1. ADJOURN OPEN SESSION

Motion that the Board of Education adjourn the Open Session of the Regular Meeting and resume the closed meeting with a closed record and a closed vote for purposes listed in Revised Missouri Statute Sections 610.021 (9);(3) and (13); and (6) and (14). * Roll Call Vote * Motion made by: Geri Diesel Motion seconded by: Mr. Joshua Gettinger Voting: Mr. Eric Basler – Yes Geri Diesel – Yes Mrs. Jamie Ballew – Yes Mr. Joshua Gettinger – Yes Mr. James Kirchner – Yes Mrs. Martha Resinger – Yes Mr. Philip Kwan – Yes Regular Open Session meeting was adjourned at 8:03 PM.

 

The draft minutes of the Special (Open) Session held at 5 p.m. February 17, 2026 in the Ste. Genevieve Early Childhood Center Conference Room 1200 Maple Dr., Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670

MEETING MINUTES

Attendance Voting Members Mr. Eric Basler, Board President Geri Diesel, Board Secretary Mrs. Jamie Ballew, Board Member Mr. Joshua Gettinger, Board Vice President Mr. James Kirchner, Board Member Mrs. Martha Resinger, Board Member Philip Kwan, Board Member

  1. SPECIAL SESSION – 5:00 PM
  2. Meeting Called to Order
  3. Approval of the Agenda Motion made by: Mrs. Martha Resinger Motion seconded by: Mrs. Jamie Ballew Voting: Mr. Eric Basler – Yes Geri Diesel – Yes Mrs. Jamie Ballew – Yes Mr.             Joshua Gettinger – Yes Mr. James Kirchner – Yes Mrs. Martha Resinger – Yes Philip Kwan –          Vote Not Recorded
  4. MSBA Board Self Evaluation Results The Board, along with Dr. Taylor, Dr. McClard, and Dr. Drury, met virtually with Tara Winkler from MSBA to discuss the Board Self-Evaluation results. This meeting was held prior to the closed and open sessions. Mr. Philip Kwan, Board    Member-elect, had not yet been sworn in and attended for informational purposes only.
  5. ADJOURN SPECIAL OPEN SESSION

Motion to adjourn the Special Session of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District at 5:08 PM. Motion made by: Mrs. Martha Resinger Motion seconded by: Mr. James Kirchner

Voting: Mr. Eric Basler – Yes Geri Diesel – Yes Mrs. Jamie Ballew – Yes Mr. Joshua Gettinger – Yes Mr. James Kirchner – Yes Mrs. Martha Resinger – Yes Philip Kwan – Vote Not Recorded

 

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