Red Oak Community School District
Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors
Meeting Location: Virtual Classroom/ Phone/Internet
Red Oak Junior Senior High School Campus
October 15, 2025
The annual meeting of the Board of Directors of the Red Oak Community School District was called to order by President Bret Blackman at 5:30 p.m. at the Red Oak Junior Senior High School Virtual Classroom.
Present
Directors: Bret Blackman, Kathy Walker, Bryce Johnson, Scott Bruce, Paster Ricky Rohrig
Superintendent Ron Lorenz, Board Secretary Heidi Harris
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Director Johnson, second by Director Walker to approve the agenda with the order of agenda items at the discretion of the meeting chair. Motion carried unanimously.
Public Comment
Bret Blackman, Board President, made the following statement to departing board member, Kathy Walker.
The Red Oak Community School District Board of Directors wishes to extend its deepest gratitude to Kathy Walker for her thirteen years of dedicated service as a member of the Board of Education. Throughout her tenure, Kathy has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the students, staff, and families of the Red Oak Community School District.
Her steady leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and tireless advocacy have been instrumental in advancing the district’s mission to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all students. Kathy’s contributions were especially evident in her support for major district initiatives, including the implementation of strategic facility improvements, enhancement of student support services, and promotion of academic excellence across all grade levels. Her focus on fiscal responsibility and community engagement helped strengthen public trust and ensure the long-term sustainability of district programs.
The Board sincerely thanks Kathy Walker for her years of loyal and distinguished service and for the positive, lasting impact she has had on the Red Oak Community School District.
Good News
Congratulations to the Red Oak Volleyball team for successfully defeating Denison-Schleswig to secure an undefeated Hawkeye 10 Conference Championship.
Good luck to the Red Oak Boys’ Cross Country who have earned a #6 ranking in Class 2A so far this year and will compete next in the Hawkeye 10 Conference Championship.
October is National Principal Appreciation Month, and we are proud to celebrate the outstanding leadership of our own principals!
Public Hearing
The public hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated total cost of the proposed Inman Renovations was opened by President Blackman at 5:37 p.m. Leila Jones from Boyd Jones spoke regarding the upcoming bids, costs, and availability of public documents on the upcoming Inman renovations. No public comments were received. President Blackman concluded and closed the public meeting at 5:40 p.m.
Consent Agenda
Motion by Director Bruce, second by Director Rohrig to approve the consent agenda as presented including meeting minutes, monthly business reports, personnel considerations, open enrollment requests for Iowa Virtual School, 2025-2026 contract/service agreements. Motion carried unanimously, and request for Modified Supplemental Amount due to Limited English Proficiency Instruction Beyond Five years in the amount of $22,582.
Board Policies 401-402
Motion by Director Johnson, second by Director Rohrig to approve the second reading of board policies 401-402. Motion carried unanimously.
Board Policies 403.3
Motion by Director Bruce, second by Director Walker to approve the second reading of board policy 403.3. Motion carried unanimously.
Board Policy 507.1
Motion by Director Walker, second by Director Johnson to approve the first reading of board policy 507.1. Motion carried unanimously.
Inman Elementary Compressor Replacement
Motion by Director Rohrig, second by Director Johnson to approve and award the replacement of the compressor on the air handler at Inman Elementary to Synquip for $18,894.25. Motion carried unanimously.
2025-2026 Hard Surface Plan
Motion by Director Walker, second by Director Johnson to approve the 2025-2026 hard surface plan. Motion carried unanimously.
Inman Renovation Project Plans
Motion by Director Bruce, second by Director Walker to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract, estimated total cost, and budget of proposed Inman Elementary renovations. Motion carried unanimously.
2025-2026 District Professional Development Plan
Motion by Director Johnson, second by Director Bruce to approve the 2025-2026 district professional development plan. Motion carried unanimously.
2025-2026 Emergency Operations Plan
Motion by Director Rohrig, second by Director Johnson to approve the 2025-2026 Emergency Operations Plan. Motion carried unanimously.
Discussion of the FY2025 Financials and Depository Balances
Heidi Harris presented the depository and fund balances for the district on 6/302025.
Discussion of Key Financial Metrics
Ron Lorenz presented fiscal trends, future plans for the district to remain fiscally sound, how enrollment trends and state supplemental aid affect our bottom line, and keeping expenditures in check. Mr. Lorenz reviewed the district's UAB and Solvency Ratio as well.
Adjournment
Motion by Director Walker, second by Director Johnson to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:53 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
Work Session Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.
Virtual Classroom/Phone/Internet
Red Oak Junior Senior High School Campus
Next Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.
Virtual Classroom/Phone/Internet
Red Oak Junior Senior High School Campus
