Ben Barton

The Board of Education meeting agenda includes standard procedural items such as the Pledge of Allegiance, a reading of the mission statement, and verification of public notice. The core focus of the session is a development segment dedicated to discussing prospective Board goals and future action plans.

The Board of Education meeting included student recognition for a state spelling bee participant and a presentation on a student trip to New York City. The agenda covered a report on recent board candidate election results, a review of students recommended for higher education programs, and a first reading of the 2026-27 Employee Handbook. Additionally, the Board discussed various policy revisions, considered a request for a 2027 student trip to Florida, and reviewed the 2026-27 teacher contract. Consent agenda items included budgetary disbursements, personnel report approvals, and the approval of new job descriptions.

The board discussed a donation for the ONAbility program and received a recap of a student trip to Panama. Action items included approving Claude Deck innovative grant recipients, a contract for the Onalaska Online Academy, and the opening of base wage negotiations for the upcoming school year. The board also authorized the sale of alcohol at the district's grounds for the Celebrate Onalaska event and approved various consent agenda items, including financial disbursements, personnel reports, fundraiser requests, and field trip requests.

The Board of Education meeting included the recognition of a $500 donation from the Beer By Bike Brigade and a recap of a recent student trip to Panama. Key action items included the approval of Claude Deck innovative grant recipients, the Onalaska Online Academy contract, and authorization to open base wage negotiations for the 2026-27 school year. The board also reviewed a request to approve the sale of alcoholic beverages for the Celebrate Onalaska event. Additionally, the consent agenda covered budgetary disbursements, payroll, personnel reports, financial statements, unpaid leave requests, fundraising activities, and field trip proposals.

The board meeting included student recognition for wrestling and gymnastics accomplishments, along with the acknowledgement of several donations to the district, including financial contributions and supplies. Administrators provided updates on various student and staff activities. The board approved the 2026-27 staffing plan and several board policies, including those related to third-grade promotion, entrance age, and digital content accessibility. Additionally, the board approved group health and dental insurance plans and addressed various personnel, budgetary, and job description matters under the consent agenda.