Allison Dykstra

The key discussion points included recognizing a staff member as the Spartan of the Month and receiving updates from high school student leadership groups (NHS and Student Council). New business involved the first reading of the Fall 2025 Board Policy Update covering several policies, a review of bids for the E-Rate project concerning Wi-Fi network and firewall upgrades, and a review of Emergency Operating Procedures related to school safety. Action items included the approval of a selected quote for a new district electronic sign and the passage of a resolution permitting the refunding of 2016 school bonds.

The meeting included a student disciplinary hearing, an informal superintendent performance review, and a discussion regarding opting into 31aa dependent on the outcome of current legal challenges. A disciplinary decision was made to suspend a student for 180 days. There was also a roundtable discussion.

The meeting included recognition of the Spartan of the Month and updates from administrators and program coordinators. The Board received an academic spotlight presentation on state testing results and NWEA testing outcomes. There was a presentation on the district marketing campaign and a first reading of the refunding resolution for the 2017 Bonds. The Board reviewed bids to replace the district sign. The Superintendent's report included Thrun Law Notes, discussion of a Board Workshop, and a roundtable discussion on MDE guidelines, the definition of a mass causality event, and athletics/youth program.

The meeting included an FFA Presentation by Sparta High School Students. Roundtable discussions covered topics such as the 31aa funding option, a SEF fundraiser invitation, a review of a football game incident from Friday night, a band performance discussion, and an Appleview staffing issue.

The meeting included communications such as recognizing the Spartan of the Month, building/program updates, and the annual financial report presentation. The board considered and approved the Sparta PASE Membership for 2025/26, and accepted the personnel report, district donations, and the treasurer's report. The superintendent's report included National Principals Month, Thrun Law Notes, and a board workshop. A roundtable discussion was also held.