ISD 200 Regular School Board Meeting - November 19, 2025

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Areas of Interest (5)

Hastings School District receives a 'clean' audit opinion from LB Carlson.
Community members push for increased transparency, specifically video recording of work sessions.
District shifts from 'vision cards' to more comprehensive data dashboards for transparency.
Concerns over enrollment trends as ADM slips below 4,000 students.
Expansion of pet therapy programs and career-focused pathways in high school curriculum.

Approval of the agenda

Passed unanimouslyVoice vote

Moved by Michael Moulder · Seconded by Unspecified Director

Let's not lose that historical record and that trend data and that that like dig in and make decisions.
— Lisa Hadine

Transparency and data accessAddressing the board regarding the need for better educational data presentation.

We noted unmodified opinions on the basic financial statements. So really exactly what you're looking for.
— Aaron Nielsen

Audit resultsConfirming the district's financial health during the audit presentation.

Lindy HumbleDistrict Staff

Recognized for outstanding work managing the recent election and keeping the board on schedule.

1 quote

“It was her first time running an election. That is a big deal. It's not easy.”

Chair Tate presenting the Raider Spotlight award.

Lisa HadineResident

Former board member advocating for more transparent and accessible data reporting.

1 quote

“Consider videotaping or audio taping work sessions and or committee meetings.”

Requesting better community engagement and transparency.

Aaron NielsenAuditor

Presenting the annual financial audit results for the district.

1 quote

“When you get a boring audit presentation, that's really what you're looking for.”

Opening remarks regarding the district's clean financial status.

Hastings Public SchoolsDenmark TownshipHastings Downtown PavilionGrover's Corner, New Hampshire (referenced in play)Senior Center