The Board of Education of the Lyons-Decatur School District No. 20 met in regular session on Monday, December 8, 2025. Present were Archer, Bacon, Brehmer, Christiansen, Miller, Myers, Petersen, Troutman, and Vlach. President Lisa Christiansen opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. American Civics Committee Report and Public Input: The American Civics committee met with the administration in November to ensure all the requirements were being met. Public comment was accepted at the board meeting, no one was present to speak. Superintendent Report: Mrs. Mace and I attended the Northeast Nebraska Community College roundtable to offer insight on the districts perspective of the services they provide to LDNE. Board members Christiansen, Miller, Myers, Petersen, Troutman and Vlach attended the NASB conference in November. Mr. Vlach was honored as the Nebraska school board member of the year. Board members Archer, Bacon, Brehmer, Myers, and Vlach are up for re-election in 2026. A science research program update was given to the board regarding the work the students are doing and the connections they are making. The 2024-25 annual district report was shared; LDNE is rated EXCELLENT! Principal Report: Professional development over the last month focused on the after-school program, literacy, co-teaching, SEL, and standards alignment. Activities and events are happening throughout the district – please check the website and social media sites for the latest happenings. The following motions were made: 1. To approve the consent agenda. 2. To approve the resignation of the head cook/hot lunch director, effective at the end of the school year. 3. To approve the teaching contract for Mr. Bruce Knaak for the 2 nd semester of the 2025-26 school year. 4. To accept the resignation of Mrs. Liz Okereke, with regrets, at the end of the 2025-26 school year. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 12th at 7:30 p.m. President Lisa Christiansen closed the meeting at 7:52 p.m. ZNEZ BCI 12.18.25
