Student Representative Report
Chloe Johnson and Josiah Isenberger, Co-Student Representatives, provided their monthly report; click here for the full report.
Showcase a School
Chippewa Valley High School
Jamie Ganske, CVHS Principal, provided an overview of the school’s graduation pathway programs, along with Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG), which has been offered at CVHS since 2021. JAG supports students at risk of not graduating, helping them earn a diploma and prepare for career success. The program tracks outcomes for one year after graduation, defining success as full-time employment, education, military service, or a combination—while earning a sustainable wage. Brayden Greene (junior) and Isaiah Kini (senior) also shared how JAG has positively impacted their academic and career opportunities; click here for more information.
Keeping Our Schools Safe
Joe Nelson, Chi-Hi Dean of Students, highlighted district-level safety initiatives aimed at strengthening prevention efforts, expanding response capabilities, and increasing community awareness and involvement. He plays a key role in facilitating Behavioral Threat Assessments at the high school and serves as a primary resource for administrators conducting assessments in their own buildings. A Behavioral Threat Assessment is initiated when a potential or known threat is reported to school officials or through SUSO. Using guidance, flowcharts, and planning tools provided by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, school officials work to determine whether a student of concern poses a significant threat or has made a statement of concern. This structured process supports early identification and intervention, with the goal of preventing situations from escalating to violence. CFAUSD is also a member of the Chippewa County School Threat Assessment Coalition (STAC), a multi-agency partnership that shares resources and training to enhance school safety; click here for more information.
Focus On Results
R-2.1.c: Academic Performance (Science)
Katie Coppenbarger, Director of Teaching & Learning, provided an overview of the R-2.1.c monitoring report on Science Academic Performance; the Board agreed that the district has made reasonable progress with noted exceptions on monitoring report R-2.1.c for the past year; click here to view the report.
Review of Board Policy, R-2.1.c: Academic Performance (Science) and Discussion of Potential Indicator Revisions
Katie Coppenbarger, Director of Teaching & Learning, plans to work with teachers during the next curriculum review cycle to potentially update this monitoring report.
Board Consent Agenda
Approval of New Hires, Resignations, Retirements, and Leaves of Absence
The Board approved the new hires, resignations, and retirements as presented by the Human Resources Department; click here for details.
Approval of Financial Reports
The Board approved the January financial reports as presented; click here for the detailed report.
Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
The Board approved the January meeting minutes; click here for details.
Consideration of Monitoring Report Summaries
The Board approved the monitoring report summaries as presented; click here for details.
Superintendent's Consent Agenda
Consideration of 2026-2027 CESA 10 Cooperative Educational Services Contract
The Board approved the 2026-2027 CESA 10 Cooperative Educational Services Contract as presented; click here for details.
Matters Reserved for Board Action
Consideration of Student Request to Take an Additional 0.5 credit in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, or Health Education Towards High School Graduation Requirements in Lieu of 0.5 Credits in Physical Education Based on the Students Participation in an Organized School Physical Activity the Board Deems Appropriate for This Purpose.
Jeff Holmes, Superintendent of Schools, provided an overview of the student request permitted under Board Policy 5460 and Wis. Stat. §118.33.The Board approved the student's request; click here for details.
Communicating with the Board (if applicable, click on the report heading for greater detail)
2026-2027 Student Representative Application and Interview Process
The student representative application window will be open until March 13, 2026. Incoming juniors and seniors are invited to apply for the position. The Board intends to select two student representatives for the 2026-2027 school year.
2nd Friday in January Pupil Count
Chad Trowbridge, Business Manager, provided an overview of the 2nd Friday in January pupil count.
Compensation Study Update - Certified Staff, Schedule C, & SubstitutesSara Denure, Director of Human Resources, provided an update on the current compensation study. Ms. Denure will provide a recommendation for the Board’s consideration at the March regular board meeting.
Mid-Year Scorecard Progress Report
Superintendent Holmes provided an update on the 2025-2026 mid-year scorecard progress.
Student Code of Conduct Review Ad Hoc Committee
Superintendent Holmes provided a summary of the student code of conduct review committee’s recent meeting held on February 11.
Elementary Attendance Boundary Change Update
Superintendent Holmes provided an update on the elementary attendance boundary changes. The elementary principals are working together to host open houses for the students and families that will be transitioning to a new school in the fall.
*Please note that the above information is provided pending the approval of Board minutes at their next regularly scheduled meeting.
