2026-06-15

Board of Education

Dr. Anna Waldron
waldrona@chiltonsd.org
President

Mr. Terry Criter
critert@chiltonsd.org
Vice President

Mr. Jerry Kolbe
kolbej@chiltonsd.org
Treasurer

Mr. David Juckem
juckemd@chiltonsd.org
Clerk

Mr. Austin Kopitzke
kopitzkea@chiltonsd.org
Member

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

Finance
Mr. Terry Criter*
Mr. Jerry Kolbe

Policy
Mr. David Juckem*
Dr. Anna Waldron

Co-Curricular
Mr. Terry Criter*
Mr. Austin Kopizke

Building/Grounds
Mr. Jerry Kolbe*
Mr. Austin Kopizke

Education
Dr. Anna Waldron*
Mr. David Juckem

*denotes Chairman

Written on 21 July 2026. Posted in School Board Agendas & Minutes

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2026-06-15

Information: First published on 21 July 2026 Posted in School Board Agendas & Minutes

MINUTES Board of Education Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 6:00 p.m. The Chilton Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room located in the Chilton High School building. Board President, Dr. Anna Waldron called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Roll call of Members: Present: Dr. Anna Waldron, Mr. Terry Criter, Mr. David Juckem, and Mr. Jerry Kolbe, Mr. Austin Kopitzke. Also Present: Mrs. Sue Kaphingst, Mrs. Samantha Woelfel, Mr. Matt Kiel, Mrs. Becky Lemke, Mrs. Lori Muench, Mrs. Daneen Hansen. Notices were properly posted. Mr. David Juckem asked that County new hire Hayden Guns be removed from the: Personnel Approvals, Agenda item 5D. President Dr. Anna Waldron suggested that discussion regarding Hayden Guns would be moved to “Old Business” later on the agenda. There was a motion by Mr. Terry Criter, seconded by Mr. Austin Kopitzke to approve the following Consent Agenda items: Approval of minutes from previous board meetings to include committee meetings. Approval of bills as presented and authorize payment of check 217590-217685 and ACH 252600712-252600813. The May receipts were $325,612.74. The May disbursements including payroll were $1,249,014.33. All ayes, motion carried. Recommendation for Hire: Sarah Adams, Food Service Recommendations for Retirement: None Recommendation for Resignations: Kendra Zahn, Special Education Paraprofessional, Jennifer Kramer, High School EL COUNTY Employees - For Information Only - No Action Required: Hiring: Resignations: Shelly VandenBoom, Paraprofessional Mrs. Becky Lemke, Elementary Principal, gave the following update: End of Year Updates, and Summer School. Mr. Matt Kiel, Middle & High School Principal, gave the following update: End of Year Updates, Summer Process, and Memorial Day Parade. Mrs. Lori Muench, Director of Pupil Services, gave the following update: Fully funded Psychologist positions, School based mental health “Together Calumet” to include $19,000 for 4 years, Samaritan Screening Grant, Student Information System Registration for 2026-2027 school year. Mrs. Susan Kaphingst, Superintendent, gave the following update: Summer School meal data, Sectional Track Meet. Delegations- Mr. Randy Lisowe thanked Mrs. Kaphingst for her years of service to the Chilton School District. Dr. Anna Waldron, President's report- Thank you to Mrs. Kaphingst, new Superintendent and new Middle School Principal starting July 1, 2026 and new chapter for Chilton Public School. There was a motion by Mr. David Juckem, seconded by Mr. Terry Criter to approve the following Gifts to the District. Acceptance of the following Gift(s): Optimist Club Trout In The Classroom $250.00,Community Foundation for the months of May, 2026 totalling $9,500.00 Calumet Area Community Health Foundation $3,698.00 for AED Replacement. Board of Education Committee Reports: Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee met Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30 pm. There was a motion by Mr. Terry Criter, seconded by Mr. Jerry Kolbe to approve an impasse. 4 ayes, 1 abstained. Motion carried. There was a motion by Mr. Terry Criter, seconded by Mr. David Juckem to approve a 2.63 % increase on total base wages for Teachers. 4 ayes, 1 abstained. Motion carried. Buildings and Grounds Committee Report -None Education Committee Report - None Policy Committee Report - None Co-Curricular Committee Report - The Co-Curricular Committee met Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m. There was a motion by Mr. Austin Kopitzke, seconded by Mr. Jerry Kolbe to approve the request for Vox Show Choir Club. All ayes. Motion carried. Agenda item 5D, County hiring of Hayden Guns that was removed from agenda was discussed. No action required as position is part of County Program. AFS Intercultural Programs, Mr. Zach Platner presented information on the program where students can study Abroad. Mr. Platner invited this year's host family to speak on behalf of the benefit of this program. There was a motion by Dr. Anna Waldron, seconded by Mr. Terry Criter to approve the Fuel and Gas bids as presented. The bid was awarded to Weber Oil. All ayes. Motion carried. There was a motion by Mr. Austin Kopitzke seconded by, Mr. David Juckem to remove the Recreation Fees at this time and approve the General School Fee, Hot Lunch & Breakfast Fee Schedule as presented. All ayes. Motion carried. Recreation Fees will be reviewed at the next Committee Meeting and brought to the full Board in July 2026. There was a motion by Mr. David Juckem seconded by, Dr. Jerry Kolbe to approve the Annual Meeting Date to be scheduled for September 21, 2026 @ 5:30 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. Athletic Complex Naming: Mr. Jerry Kolbe stated that they were thankful for the donations but disappointed in the transparency from Administration on the discussions that went into the naming of the complex and stated that Policy 7230-Gifts, Grants, and Bequests were violated. Mrs. Susan Kaphingst, Superintendent addressed Mr. Jerry Kolbe’s statement by asking if his comment was directed at her specifically and if so why was her performance being addressed in an open meeting and not in closed session. Mrs. Susan Kaphingst, excused herself from the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Dr. Anna Waldron, Board President stated that Policy 7230 would be taken to the Policy Committee and the Buildings & Grounds Committee and taken care of within 30 days. Mr. David Juckem made the statement that it is all in the interpretation of the Policy. Mr. Jerry Kolbe apologized to Mrs. Kaphingst for his comment. A motion was made by Mr. Terry Criter seconded by Mr. Austin Kopitzke to convene into closed session at 7:25 p.m. pursuant to State Statute 19.85(1)(f) for the purpose of Support Staff and Administrator compensation. All ayes, motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. David Juckem seconded by Mr. Terry Criter to move back into open session at 7:53 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Jerry Kolbe and seconded by Mr. Austin Kopitzke to approve a 5% increase for hourly support staff and a 3% increase for both salaried support staff and Administrators, effective July 1, 2026. All ayes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Terry Criter, seconded by Mr. Austin Kopitzke adjourned the meeting. All ayes, motion carried. Mr. David Juckem, Board Clerk Chilton School Board Mrs. Daneen Hansen, Recording Secretary

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Mission Statement

We, the Chilton Public School District, believe that preparing students to achieve their potential is our highest priority. In partnership, with all members of our community, we are committed to inspiring our students to be life-long learners and responsible, contributing members in a global society.

District Vision Statement

Our vision is to:

be an innovative school system recognized for every student's demonstration of the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing world
demonstrate continuous improvement through the delivery of a challenging education program that fosters student achievement, accommodates individual learning styles, and values personal integrity
develop an interactive partnership between the school district and the community that is mutually beneficial.

District Core Values

We Value: Honesty, Integrity, Community Service, Respect for all, School facilities that support safe learning environments, Financial stability, The teaching and learning process: they are the core business of our schools, Continuous improvement in delivering an excellent educational program, A highly trained, professional staff, Our reputation as a high performing school district, All students succeeding at high levels.

District Belief Statements

1. We believe that all students can learn at high levels.

2. We believe that all students are entitled to a rigorous curriculum that challenges each student's capacity to learn.

3. We believe that teacher effectiveness and expertise have a significant impact on student learning.

4. We believe that our financial and human resources must directly support student learning.

5. We believe that the success of every student is critical to the future of our schools, our community, our nation and the global marketplace in which they will work.