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Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Kalamazoo Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The board discussed several operational and administrative items. Key topics included the approval of asbestos abatement at Northglade Montessori Magnet School, personnel changes, and a series of administrative appointments for principals and assistant principals across multiple schools. Additionally, the board approved a one-year contract extension for the Superintendent, finalized contractual agreements with the Service Employees International Union, and selected delegates for the MASB Delegate Assembly.
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Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education Special and Regular Meeting
The board meeting included a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 district budget. Key agenda items included the approval of several purchase recommendations, such as the acquisition of school buses, the renewal of food service management services, and construction projects for the Woodward School and the new El Sol School. Additionally, the board addressed personnel changes, adopted a millage resolution for summer and winter taxes, and finalized the adoption of the preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 school year.
Jun 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Kalamazoo Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The board meeting agenda includes the superintendent's report, a preliminary budget presentation for the 2026/2027 school year, and a Michigan High School Athletic Association membership resolution. Additionally, the board will consider purchase recommendations for asbestos abatement at Lakewood/Valley Center, elementary consumable math workbooks, and Wonders practice and handwriting workbooks for grades K-3. Personnel changes, including various resignations and transfers, will also be reviewed.
May 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Kalamazoo Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The board meeting included several key agenda items, such as board recognitions of various students, reports from principals, and a superintendent's update on student advisory council activities and student presentations regarding programs like virtual learning, health centers, and school excellence. The board approved a resolution for the local district vote on the ISD General Fund Budget, discussed personnel changes, and reviewed a purchase recommendation for asbestos abatement at Phoenix High School. The board also conducted a closed session to evaluate the superintendent's performance, resulting in an effective rating.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
