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Shickley Public Schools board votes to leave National School Lunch Program, names ALICAP as insurer
Summary
At its July 14 meeting the Shickley Public Schools Board voted 5–1 to discontinue participation in the National School Lunch Program, unanimously designated ALICAP as the district insurance carrier, and approved policy and handbook updates for 2025–26.
Shickley Public Schools Board President Noel called the July 14 regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the board approved the agenda, consent agenda and financial reports before taking up a series of policy and operational items.
The board voted to discontinue the district’s participation in the National School Lunch Program after a motion by Kempf, seconded by Schlegel. The motion carried with five board members voting yes and one voting no (Loy). The transcript records the motion and the outcome but does not include extended debate on the operational or financial details that led to the vote.
Board members also designated ALICAP as the district’s insurance carrier in a unanimous 6–0 vote after Schlegel moved and Loy seconded the motion. Earlier in the meeting visitor Joe Kamler addressed the board concerning the district’s insurance carrier; the transcript notes his comment but does not provide a full verbatim statement.
The board approved Policy 504.06 (Student Dress Code and Grooming) as presented, and accepted the other proposed policy adoptions and changes listed on the agenda. The board likewise approved the 2025–26 Student Handbook, the 2025–26 Faculty Handbook and the 2025–26 BDS Coaches Handbook; all handbook approvals were unanimous (6–0).
Greg Schroeder presented the back-to-school professional development schedule and staff training plans. Dr. Essink reviewed Strategic Plan initiatives focused on administrative professional development and welcoming new employees. The record lists six visitors in attendance.
The board set its next meeting for Aug. 11 at 7:00 p.m. and adjourned at 8:04 p.m. Kempf moved and Nelson seconded the motion to adjourn; the vote was recorded as carried (6–0).
