Who was terminated due to staff reductions?

The board approved termination of several paraeducators including Allison Campbell, Emma Evans, Kaylee Garrels, Makayla Martinez, Emma Mathis, Amber Meeker, Melissa Ridgway, Althea Schoonover, Kellie Shafranek, Amy Smith, Jennifer Spurgeon, Katie Spurling, and Lakyn Stanley effective end of 2025–2026.

When did the board meeting take place?

The special board meeting occurred May 4, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM at Cardinal Jr-Sr High School, 4045 Ashland Rd, Eldon.

Was summer school approved and funded?

Yes; the board approved summer school programming and related expenses as presented.

May 9, 2026 Public Notice: 4045 Ashland Rd, Eldon, IA

Q: What new hires were approved or intended?

Intent to hire Mitch McKibbin as HS head girls wrestling and summer activities coordinator, and Dakota Gilleland for MS baseball were noted.

Cardinal Community School District Special Board Meeting 05/04/2026 06:00 PM Cardinal Jr-Sr High School, 4045 Ashland Rd, Eldon IA Printed: 05/07/2026 10:02 AM MEETING MINUTES CARDINAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT ELDON, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of the Cardinal Community School District to be held at 6:00 p.m. beginning in the month of November until the last day of February. In the months beginning in March until the last day of October, regular monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. All regular monthly meetings will be on the third Monday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and the public is encouraged to attend. Time is provided in the meeting for public input. The mission of the Cardinal Community School Board of Directors is: To foster an enriching environment and channel the energies of students to achieve their fullest potential. Attendance Voting Members Mr. Tim Albert, President Mr. Andy Noe, Vice President Mr. Trevor Brown, Board Member Mr. Ryan Johnson, Board Member Non-Voting Members Mr. James Craig, Superintendent Mrs. Jacki Grant, School Business Official I.Meeting Called to Order and Roll Call Board President, Tim Albert, called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and the Board Secretary took roll call. a.Adoption of Agenda & Declaration of Quorum Approve the adoption of the agenda and declaration of quorum. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved b.Welcome and Recognition of Visitors II.Consider Personnel Report Approve the personnel report as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved Intent to Hire; Mitch McKibbin-HS Head Girl's Wrestling and Summer Activities Coordinator and Dakota Gilleland-MS Baseball Resignations/Terminations; Barbara Hays-Teacher, Jeanette Depew-Para Associate, Emma Mathis-HS Assistant Softball, Taylor McGee-E-Sports Sponsor, Ryan Renfrew-HS Baseball and Mitch McKibbin-MS Baseball III. Consider Summer School Programming and Expenses Approve the summer school programming and expenses as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved IV. Consider Assistant Football Cheerleading Coach Position Motion to hire a second cheerleading coach position for HS football for the 2026-2027 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved V.Consider Oskaloosa and Pella Christian Application for Conference Membership Deny the requests of Oskaloosa and Pella Christian for membership in the South Central Conference. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved Ryan Johnson joined the meeting at 6:10 pm. Amy Smith, Amber Meeker, Katie Spurling, Kellie Shafranek, Emma Evans, Althea Schoonover, Lakyn Stanley, Jennifer Spurgeon, Melissa Ridgway, Makayla Martinez, Erin Long, Sandra Haines, Lucille Terrell, Tara Clark, John McKerley and Danielle Haindfield joined the meeting. VI. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). Motion to enter Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting results: Unanimously Approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson Entered closed session at 6:14 p.m. Both sides were given an opportunity to present their case. Parties presenting both sides exited the meeting. The board held deliberations. Motion to come out of closed session. Motion made by: Mr. Andy Noe Motion seconded by: Mr. Trevor Brown Voting: Mr. Tim Albert - Yes Mr. Andy Noe - Yes Mr. Trevor Brown - Yes Mr. Ryan Johnon - Yes VII.Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. VIII. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. IX. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. X.Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XI. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XII. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XIII. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XIV. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XV. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XVI. Closed Session To Evaluate the Professional Competency of an individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance, or Discharge is Being Considered What A Closed Session is Necessary to Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury to That Individual's Reputation and That Individual Requests a Closed Session as Provided in Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). No longer need item. XVII. Consider Action on Recommended Paraeducator Terminations by Reduction in Force I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Allison Campbell for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting results: Unanimously Approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Emma Evans for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Kaylee Garrels for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Makayla Martinez for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Emma Mathis for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Amber Meeker for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Melissa Ridgway for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Althea Schoonover for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Kellie Shafranek for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Amy Smith for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Jennifer Spurgeon for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Katie Spurling for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson I move to approve the administrator's recommendation to terminate the classified employment contract of Lakyn Stanley for staff reduction purposes effective at the end of 2025-2026 school year. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting Results: Unanimously approved Yes: Mr. Tim Albert Yes: Mr. Andy Noe Yes: Mr. Trevor Brown Yes: Mr. Ryan Johnson XVIII.Consider Issuance of Paraeducator Contracts Approve the negotiated agreement with CSPA for paraeducators (.67/hour) and authorize issuance of contracts for 2026-2027. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting results: Unanimously Approved XIX.Adjournment Adjourn the meeting at 8:27 pm. Motion made by: Mr. Trevor Brown Motion seconded by: Mr. Andy Noe Voting results: Unanimously Approved

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