NE Dubois School Board Holds First Meeting of 2025

On Thursday night, the Northeast Dubois County School Corporation assembled for their first regular meeting of the year. 

The board’s agenda was largely focused on providing enrichment opportunities for Jeeps this year. Superintendent Tara Rasche’s request to renew the agreement between Lost River Career Cooperative and Northeast Dubois County School Corporation was approved. This annual agreement between the Cooperative and the district allows high school students to attend classes there, which Rasche noted was a “great opportunity.” 

A series of field trips was approved by the board, allowing Jeeps to participate in some eagerly anticipated events. In February, the FFA will attend the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville. Later in the month, education classes will visit the Ed Rising State Conference in Indianapolis. In March, the BPA will participate in the State competition in Indianapolis. Drama Club members will be attending a production of Romeo & Juliet at Louisville’s Kentucky Arts Center in April. 

There are a couple of important dates for families to remember, as there are some upcoming snow day makeups. February 17 will be a makeup day for January 7, and March 21 will be the makeup day for January 8. Kindergarten Roundup was held on Thursday night, but paperwork can be turned in any time until February 14. Remember that children who will be turning 5 on or before August 1, 2025 should be signed up for Kindergarten. Registration forms can be found on the school website. 

The district is in the process of developing an Education Operation Transfer Savings Task Force. Dr. Rasche explained that the purpose of the group is to save money in order to minimize the transfer of funds from educational to the operational expenses. By optimizing current funds available and minimizing extraneous expenditures, the district hopes to preserve more funds for educational expenses. 

Before adjourning the meeting, Dr. Rasche took time to note that January is School Board Appreciation Month. She recognized the board with a statement, saying their “commitment to excellence has truly been inspiring. Thank you for making a difference for our students. Schools, and our community. Thank you very much for the work that you do.” 

For more information on these and other updates, visit www.nedubois.k12.in.us


 - By Drew Hasselbring