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Board approves $263,824.67 in April bills, hires school psychologist and names officers
Summary
The Lac qui Parle Valley Schools board approved April bills totaling $263,824.67 (motion by Scott; second by Matt), discussed hiring and contracted school psychology services for 2026–27 (reported contract amount $39,900 for Jay Trent Hill), and announced newly elected board officers including president Harper Gronholtz.
The Lac qui Parle Valley Schools board approved a motion on April 26 to pay board bills for April 26 totaling $263,824.67. The motion was made by Scott and seconded by Matt; several board members responded "Aye" and the chair declared the motion carries.
During the consent agenda, the board discussed personnel and contracts. Members noted persistent statewide shortages of school psychologists; the board approved a contract for school psychology services for the 2026–27 school year with contractor Jay Trent Hill, quoted in the discussion as $39,900 for the year.
Board members also reviewed use of referendum funds for capital items, including plans to solicit bids to replace original bleachers and discuss weight-room equipment moves. A proposed policy clarification was presented that aligns harassment, chemical-use, violence and tobacco-free policies for staff and students.
The board announced new officers for the next two years: president Harper Gronholtz and vice president Casey (surname not specified in the transcript). Members also received updates about the superintendent-search timeline, with interviews on May 15 and a possible contract approval meeting on May 18.
Why it matters: The budget approval moves district expenditures forward; hiring contract authority for school psychology addresses a critical staffing shortage; and officer elections shape board leadership during the superintendent search.
Next steps: The district will solicit bids for bleacher replacement, staff will finalize details for the school psychologist contract, and the board will continue superintendent search activities at scheduled May meetings.
