Scott County Catholic Schools (SCCS) Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
January 26, 2026 — 5:30 PM
Assumption High School Board Room
Attendees: Rob Edel, Rosie Salazar, Carol Foster, Linda Duffy, Rosie Barton, Tammy Askeland-Nagle, Jim Hannon, Mike Byrne (online).
Absent: Beth Tinsman, Andy Craig, Fr. Jason Crossen
Guests: Logan Ahnquist, Martha Korneisel, Cindy Schulenberg
Invocation
The meeting began with a prayer at 5:35 PM.
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the January Board meeting were approved, with clarification to be added under “Administrative Update” that the Executive Committee would meet to discuss the hiring of a new SCCS President.
Reports
Mission/Governance
No updates to report.
Education
No updates to report.
Finance
Spring tuition was approved for all students except one; that student subsequently withdrew.
Over $5 million in ESA funds have been received for spring tuition in January, with additional payments still coming in. Leftover ESA funds in student accounts have been used to cover the 2026-2027 application fees for 650 students to date. Additional families have paid their registration fees directly.
Interest percentage earned has been dropping every month this fiscal year. The year started at 3.66% and is now at 3.04%. Funds are transferred into the sweep account daily.
January net surplus was $409,769. Year to date is $1,103,003.
Human Resources
The SCCS President position will close on February 28. A strong applicant pool has been received, and initial screenings are being conducted by Lynne Devaney. The Search Committee will convene after the application window closes to narrow the candidates to the top two or three for panel interviews.
The Business Office Accountant has resigned, with their last day being February 27. The role will transition to an Assistant Controller position, with expanded leadership responsibilities and a focus on succession planning.
Contracts for teachers will be issued on March 2, at which time all openings for the 2026–2027 school year should be finalized. While several teachers are retiring, no significant staffing additions are anticipated.
Insurance renewal costs are projected to increase by 20%. Discussion focused on renewal considerations, a review of all options, and general cost trends, with the goal of supporting employees and SCCS overall finances.
Communication/Marketing
No updates to report.
Facilities
The Board discussed the Grant School meeting. The importance of Grant School in supporting SCCS’s near-term and long-term goals was noted. Broader strategic questions remain regarding long-term school configurations and the potential need for a physical middle school.
Technology
No updates to report.
Unfinished Business
No updates to report.
New Business
The proposal to change the next Board meeting from March 23, 2026, to March 30, 2026, was approved by consensus.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:02 PM.
Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held in the AHS Board Room at 5:30 PM on Monday, March 30, 2026.
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Cindy Schulenberg, SCCS Executive Assistant