Was the vote on the termination unanimous?

Yes; the board voted unanimously 4-0 in favor of the superintendent’s recommendation.

Why was the meeting closed for a private hearing?

The board convened a private exempt hearing under Iowa Code §§279.15 and 279.16 to address personnel matters related to a teacher contract.

Public Notice — Wapsie Valley

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Wapsie Valley Community School District held a special board meeting May 13, 2026, and after a private exempt hearing the board approved termination of Vaughn Gross's 2025–2026 teaching and extracurricular contracts effective at the end of the current school year.

Key Takeaways

Board approved termination of Vaughn Gross’s 2025–2026 contracts
Termination effective at end of the current academic year
Private exempt hearing convened under Iowa Code §§279.15–.16
Board vote was unanimous (4-0)
Special meeting began May 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Published: May 21, 2026 · today
Category: Other
City: Wapsie Valley

What to do next

1
Contact the District for details
Reach out to Superintendent Chris Hoover or the Wapsie Valley CSD office for more information about the termination and appeal rights.
2
Review contract and rights
Affected parties should review relevant employment contracts and Iowa Code §§279.15–.16 for any appeal processes.
3
Monitor board communications
Watch for any follow-up board meeting notices or official district statements regarding personnel changes.

Frequently asked questions

What was decided about Vaughn Gross at the May 13, 2026 meeting?: The board approved termination of Vaughn Gross’s 2025–2026 teaching and extracurricular contracts, effective at the end of the current school year.
Was the vote on the termination unanimous?: Yes; the board voted unanimously 4-0 in favor of the superintendent’s recommendation.
Why was the meeting closed for a private hearing?: The board convened a private exempt hearing under Iowa Code §§279.15 and 279.16 to address personnel matters related to a teacher contract.

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Legal terms in this notice

private exempt hearing: A closed meeting allowed by law to discuss personnel matters away from the public.
Iowa Code Section 279.15: State law governing hearings for suspension or termination of teachers' contracts.
Iowa Code Section 279.16: State law outlining procedures and rights for teacher dismissal hearings.

Full Notice Text

Wapsie Valley CSD-Special Board Meeting Minutes May 13, 20261. President Aiello called the Special Meeting of the Board to order at 3:30PM.A. Directors: Aiello, Auel, Broten Jr., & Kaufman. Declared a quorumB. Superintendent Chris Hoover, TJ Murphy, Tina Kaufman & Kim ArndtC. Dustin, Zeschke, Kevin McDermott, Vaughn Gross, Shelly Staker, Becky Knutson,Jefferson Fink, & Carrie Weber2. Moved by Kaufman, Seconded by Auel to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 4-03. Moved by Broten, Jr., Seconded by Kaufman to enter into Recess Open Board Meeting at 3:33 PM to Convene a Private Exempt Hearing pursuant to Iowa Code Section 279.15 and .16 as presented. Motion carried 4-04. Moved by Auel, Seconded by Broten, Jr. to return to open meeting at 12:19AM as presented. Motion carried 4-0 5. Moved by Broten, Jr., Seconded by Auel to approve the Superintendent's recommendation to terminateVaughn Gross's 2025-2026 teaching contract and all employment contracts including extra curricular contracts for 2025-2026 effective at the end of the current academic year as presented. Roll Call Vote-Broten, Jr.-AYE, Auel-AYE, Kaufman-AYE, & Aiello-AYE Motion carried 4-06. Moved by Kaufman, Seconded Auel to adjourn at 12:20AM. Motion carried 4-0COL-IA-603928