(Griswold, Iowa) – The Griswold School Board met in a regular monthly session Monday evening. Superintendent Dave Henrichs told KJAN News the Board acted on approving a few resignations and transfers.

They also approved the hiring of certain personnel.

In other business, the Griswold School Board approved bids for Chemical Application and Mowing.

They also received a presentation from some staff members, with regard to a four-day school week.

The Board then acted on approving the Summer Driver’s Education Program and fees.

In his report to the Griswold School Board, Superintendent Henrichs mentioned there are some teaching positions that remain to be filled for the next school year.

The Griswold School Board discussed a Snow Make-Up Day Plan, which Henrichs said offers some forgiveness and a reasonable last day of school scenario.

As for school staff…

And finally, Superintendent Henrichs discussed with the Board the possibility of using a Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy on a part-time basis, as a School Resource Officer (SRO).

Henrichs says they’re waiting to see if the Iowa Legislature includes funding for an SRO program in the School Safety Bill before proceeding with further discussion/action on the matter.