Public Notice — Hinton Middle School/High School - School Library, Hinton, IA
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The Hinton Community School Board held its regular meeting on April 20, 2026, approving the FY2027 budget, staff resignations and hires, purchases including Chromebooks, curriculum, and agreements, and scheduled an amended budget hearing for May 18, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- FY2027 budget approved at the April 20 meeting
- Amended FY2026 budget hearing set for May 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- Chromebook purchase approved for $33,120 from Midwest Computers
- New elementary music teacher and activities director approved
- Multiple resignations and retirements accepted, including a 51-year service
Research context
What to do next
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Attend amended budget hearing
If interested, attend the May 18, 2026 amended FY2026 budget hearing at 7:00 PM at the Hinton Middle/High School library.
- 2
Contact district office about purchases or contracts
For questions on Chromebooks, curriculum, or Sitelogiq agreements, contact Superintendent Ken Slater or Board Secretary Val Kovarna through the district office.
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Review graduate or enrollment decisions
Students or families with questions about graduation or open enrollment should contact building principals or the district office before the next board meeting on May 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the amended Fiscal Year 2026 budget hearing?
- The amended FY2026 budget hearing is scheduled for May 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
- How much did the board approve for Chromebooks?
- The board approved a Chromebook purchase from Midwest Computers for $33,120.
- Who was approved as the elementary music teacher?
- Taurice Lounsbury was approved as the elementary music teacher.
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Full Notice Text
Hinton Community School District Regular Board Meeting04/20/2026 07:00 PMHinton Middle School/HIgh School - School LibraryMEETING MINUTESAttendanceVoting MembersMr. Kyle Hoefling, Board MemberMrs. Haylee Junck, Board MemberMr. Ben Vondrak, PresidentMrs. Veronika Cummings, Board MemberNon-Voting MembersMr. Ken Slater, SuperintendentMs. Val Kovarna, Board Secretary / Supt Admin AsstMs. Paula Schreck, Board TreasurerMrs. Kathy Rhodes, PK-3 PrincipalMr. Noah Phillips, 9-12 PrincipalMrs. Melissa Wurth, 4-8 PrincipalCailyn Badar, Student Representative1. Call to OrderThe regular meeting of the Hinton Community School Board was called to order at 7:00 pm by President Vondrak.2. Determination of QuorumAttendance was taken by Secretary Kovarna, quorum was present.3. Pledge of Allegiance4. Welcome Visitors/Public InputMrs. Cotter had one of her 6th grade TAG students present their most recent project. William Jorgensen gave a brief overview of his project for National History Day.5. Consent Itemsa. Approval of Agenda, Minutes and FinancesApprove the agenda, minutes and finances.General Fund: $113,414.36Management Levy Fund: $2,768.00Capital Projects Fund: $19,946.00PPEL Fund: $17,219.76Nutrition Fund: $46,058.06Preschool Fund: $8,691.33Activity Fund: $53,725.70Total Funds: $261,823.21Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously Approved6. Budget Hearing: FY2027 Budgeta. Motion to Enter FY2027 Budget HearingEntered into FY2027 Budget Hearing at 7:04 pm. Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously ApprovedBoard Treasurer, Paula Schreck, reviewed the proposed budget.b. Motion to Exit FY2027 Budget HearingExited the FY2027 budget hearing at 7:09 pm.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approved7. Reports/Informationa. Principal ReportPrincipals presented their previously submitted reports.1. Elementary2. Middle School3. High Schoolb. Activities ReportNothing at this time.c. Transportation ReportNothing at this time.d. Student Representative ReportMs. Badar presented her previously submitted report.e. Superintendent ReportMr. Slater presented his previously submitted report. f. Board ReportDirector Hoefling shared that he has been following the weekly Rural School Advocates ofIowa recap on the 2026 legislative session.Director Cummings shared that she would be observing classrooms within the district on April 21st.8. Action Itemsa. Resignations and RetirementsApprove the retirement of Janell Heimgartner as a 5th Grade Teacher.Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously ApprovedThe board thanks Mrs. Heimgartner for her long service to the district.Approve the resignation of Steve Diediker as the Boys Head Track Coach.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously ApprovedThe board thanks Mr. Diediker for his 51 years of service to the district.Approve Ben Hertenstein's resignation as the assistant Cross Country Coach. Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously ApprovedThe board thanks Mr. Hertenstein for his service to the district.The board approves Greg Conry's resignation as the assistant boys basketball coach.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously ApprovedThe board thanks Mr. Conry for his service to the district.b. ContractsApprove the administration's recommendation for Taurice Lounsbury as Elementary MusicTeacher and Ben Hertenstein as Activities Director. Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously Approvedc. Open EnrollmentApprove the open enrollment as presented.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously Approvedd. FY25 AuditApprove the FY25 audit.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approvede. FY 2027 BudgetApprove the FY 2027 Budget as presented. Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously Approvedf. 2026 GraduatesApprove the 2026 graduates that will meet the requirements for graduation.Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously Approvedg. Purchase Science CurriculumApprove the purchase of the science curriculum including:Pearson - Anatomy & Physiology for high schoolMcGraw Hill - Inspire Science - Physics, Biology, & Chemistry for high schoolSavvas - Elevate Science for grades 6-8.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approvedh. Authorize and Schedule Amended Budget and Hearing for Fiscal Year 2026 for May 18, 2026.Approve the hearing date set for amending the Fiscal Year 2026 budget for May 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results: Unanimously Approvedi. Concurrent Enrollment Contract with WITCCApprove the contract with Western Iowa Tech Community College for Concurrent EnrollmentCourses for College Level Courses. Motion made by: Mrs. Haylee JunckMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously Approvedj. Chromebook PurchaseApprove the quote from Midwest Computers for the purchase of Chromebooks for $33,120.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approvedk. Agreements with SitelogiqApprove the Sitelogiq Professional Service Agreement and Professional Design Agreement. Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mrs. Haylee JunckVoting results:No: Mr. Kyle HoeflingYes: Mrs. Haylee JunckYes: Mr. Ben VondrakYes: Mrs. Veronika Cummingsl. Salary Agreement for Certified StaffApprove the salary agreement for certified staff, as recommended by the administration.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approvedm. Classified Staff ContractsApprove classified staff contracts as recommended by the administration.Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously Approvedn. TLC ContractsApprove the TLC contracts as recommended by the administration.Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously Approvedo. Superintendent Goals and Performance Conference in Closed Session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i)Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approved1. Motion to Go In To Closed SessionApprove to enter into closed session per Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(i) for Superintendent Goals and Performance Conference at 8:33 pm.Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approved2. Motion to return to Open SessionMoved to open session at 9:22 pm. Motion made by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingMotion seconded by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsVoting results: Unanimously Approved9. Discussion10. Dates to Remembera. May 18, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting 7 p.m.11. AdjournThe meeting adjourned at 9:23 pm. Motion made by: Mrs. Veronika CummingsMotion seconded by: Mr. Kyle HoeflingVoting results: Unanimously Approved