Elkhorn Public Schools
Minutes of Board of Education
Regular Meeting
September 14, 2026
Advanced notice of the Board Meeting was published in the Omaha World Herald on September 3, 2026. The advanced notice for the Special Hearings on the Budget and the Property Tax Request Resolution were posted in the Omaha World Herald on September 3, 2026.
Annual Budget and Levy Public Hearing –The hearing was called to order at 6:15 pm. Members present: A. Parks, S. Ringenberg, N. Rogic-Greufe, J. Shatel. R. Vokt, and M. Wortman. President A. Parks noted that the meeting was governed by the Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is posted in the Board Room of the District Office. Chief Financial Officer H. Shepard gave a presentation on the proposed 2026-27 budgets. At least three copies of the presentation budget summary and full District budget were made available to the public. Time was allowed for public comment on the proposed 2026-27 Budget including the General Fund, Bond Fund, Activity Fund, Student Fee Fund, School Nutrition Fund, Depreciation Fund, Special Building Fund and Employee Benefit Fund. Chief Financial Officer H. Shepard was available for questions on the proposed 2026-27 property tax requests. Time was allowed for public comment on the proposed 2026-27 System-wide Property Tax Request for the General Fund, Special Building Fund, and Bond Fund. The hearing was closed at 6:34 PM.
The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Elkhorn Public Schools Board of Education was called to order at 6:35 PM. Members present: N. Rogic-Greufe, A. Parks, J. Shatel, S. Ringenberg, R. Vokt, and M. Wortman. President A. Parks noted that the meeting was governed by the Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is posted in the Board Room of the District Office. Advance notice of the Board meeting was published in the Omaha World Herald on September 3, 2026.
The meeting began with offering public comment. During the “Good News Report,” N. Rogic-Greufe recognized Nebraska’s top three high schools all call EPS home, according to the latest US News & World Report rankings! This recognition is a direct reflection of the dedication of our students, teachers, and staff and the unwavering support of our community. Together, we are continuing to foster a culture of educational excellence and inspiring lifelong learners. Following recently released listings, we are proud to share that all three EPS high schools have been named Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools! A very special thank you to all whose efforts are celebrated by this recognition of an outstanding culture of inclusivity, especially Unified sponsors Cortney Larsen and Hunter Grantham (EHS), Hannah Veskrna and Lindsay Struble (ENHS), and Jane Elam (ESHS). Over 120 TeamMates of Elkhorn matches are back in action as mentors and students attended the annual Bingo and Pizza night in late August, and school-based match meetings kicked off last week. A special thank you to all community members who give of their time to mentor an EPS student!
It was moved by M. Wortman and seconded by N. Rogic-Greufe to approve the Consent Agenda items including: approval of agenda, approval of minutes for Monday, August 10, 2026 and approval of September bills for payment.
VOTE: A. Parks – yes; S. Ringenberg – yes; M. Wortman – yes; J. Shatel – yes; R. Vokt – yes; N. Rogic-Greufe – yes
It was moved by R. Vokt and seconded by J. Shatel to approve the Resolution to approve an increase to the school district’s property tax request authority by an additional four percent, above the base growth percentage.
VOTE: N. Rogic-Greufe– yes; R. Vokt – yes; A. Parks – yes; S. Ringenberg – yes; M. Wortman – yes; J. Shatel – yes
The Board adjourned the meeting at 7:16 PM. The next Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board is scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6:30 PM, in the Board Room at the District Office, 20650 Glenn Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022. A Special Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17th at 4:00 PM in the Board Room at the District Office, 20650 Glenn Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022 to consider the 2026-27 Budget and Tax Request Resolution.
September 14, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes (Printable PDF)
September Bills Approved for Payment (Printable PDF)
FY 27 Board Override Presentation for SEPT 2026 (Printable PDF)