(Griswold, Iowa) – The Board of Education in Griswold met Monday evening, and according to Superintendent Dave Henrichs, approved one resignation and a handful of contracts.

Henrichs says there is still one position left to fill for the upcoming school year.

In other business, the Griswold School Board approved a Resolution of Intent to participate in the ISL (Instructional Support Levy), which does not affect the taxes within the District.It’s a levy that already exists and is used for education programming, such as supplies and materials.

The Board also approved a couple of Memorandums of Understanding (MOU).One is with Western Governor’s University, the other with Buena Vista University.

The Griswold School Board approved three IBB (Interest Based Bargaining) representatives, who are the same as last year. That process begins in December. And they approved appointments to County Boards. They also agreed to provide reimbursement to staff members who do not have insurance, for flu shots. The shots will be administered in Griswold by staff with the Hy-Vee in Red Oak. And, the Board approved the establishment of the Student Athletic Leadership Team, which will be comprised of varsity level students and the high school principal, for the purpose of providing another avenue of furthering communication between student athletes and the school, to continue in efforts to improve athletic programs.

Dave Henrich said staff in the District have been gearing-up for the start of school.