Anthony Dowdy

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as moving funds to the building fund, approving legal transfers, and reviewing student data presented by Mr. Smith from the 2024-2025 ATLAS data. The board also approved the OUR Cooperative Representative Resolution. Personnel matters included accepting the resignation of Tiffany Braswell, hiring Brianna Ginn as a high school/elementary para professional, and approving stipends for Mrs. Young, Mrs. Marchand, and Mrs. Baker for dyslexia-related activities.

The meeting addressed various topics, including a financial report, student data presentation from the ATLAS report, and approval of legal transfers. New policies from ASBA for the 2025-2026 school year and changes to the student handbook were approved. The board declared that board member terms will be for 4 years. Student lunch prices were raised, and breakfast will be free for all students for the 2025-2026 school year. The resignation of Christina Yearick was accepted, and a bus contract was authorized for presentation to Chris Jones for the 2025-2026 school year. The CD was entered into the operating account due to reaching maturity. The purchase of a tractor and lawn mower from the city of Alpena was authorized.

The Alpena School District's Comprehensive School Counseling Plan for 2025-2026 focuses on empowering students through knowledge, skills, and resources to ensure their participation, engagement, nurturing, and achievement as successful citizens. Key goals include implementing an advisory committee, utilizing a career coach for combined efforts in reaching students and families, and emphasizing direct services to students. The plan addresses academic, career, and social/emotional needs, bullying and suicide prevention, and provides orientation and transition services.

The meeting included a financial report, a student presentation on "Empowering Me, Empowers You", an emergency procedures update for the school year 2025-2026, and approval of legal transfers. The board also reviewed student data and discussed employee recommendations, including the appointment of a High School/Elementary Music Teacher and a High School Business Teacher. Additionally, the board accepted a resignation and approved the Cross Country Program.

The meeting addressed the Trap Team Consideration, student data including disciplinary reports and ATLAS scores, and personnel matters involving the acceptance of multiple resignations. An executive session was held, after which the Superintendent's contract was extended for three years with a salary increase and a mileage stipend. The 2025-2026 school calendar was approved, and adjustments were made to the current calendar to include make-up days. Approval was also granted for the 1975 class reunion to be held at the Alpena School.