The school board was pleased with the parent turnout for the meetings, for which there were about 90 participants, Superintendent Thomas Warmke said.

“The participation was very good,” board President Jack Trippeer said. “The interest was very high, everyone was on task and it was done in a very respectful and orderly fashion.”

Redistricting will be discussed at the board’s Dec. 4 and Jan. 8 meetings with a vote expected on Jan. 8. Public input will be invited for both meetings.

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In other South Madison Community Schools business:

— The board approved an extension of its $5 million loan to cover cash flow problems that resulted from late property tax payments. The loan, which is earning interest in a money market, has been extended through March.

— The board approved revised policies on student wellness and grading and new policies on lesson plans and public conduct on school property.

— The board learned the school district had been accredited as a Quality School System by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools.