Bonnie McArthur

The budget hearing included a roll call of attendees and a review of the district's reserves across various funds, totaling $4.6 million. The meeting then adjourned.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various agenda items such as the consent agenda, the 2025-2026 school year budget, the annual financial report for 2024-2025, teacher and staff rosters, a memorandum of understanding for the removal of student growth from evaluation, health insurance plans, and the cancellation of the October board meeting. The board also reviewed the results of IAR tests and discussed human resources matters, including the hiring of teaching assistants and a resignation. Principal/Superintendent comments covered topics such as Teacher Spirit Week, the school store, attendance celebrations, and ELA and literacy meetings.

The meeting included discussion of a bond update, registration turnout, and future projects including improvements to the back parking area, moving the garbage area, and replacing tile floors. The board also discussed new teacher orientation, open house, and items being planned for the students this year, such as Student of the Week and Student of the Month. The board also approved the hiring of a teaching assistant and a full time substitute teacher.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key areas. The tentative budget for 2025-2026 was approved, as was an intergovernmental agreement with ROE 9. A second reading of various board policies was conducted and approved, covering topics from grievance procedures to student behavior and equal opportunities. The destruction of closed session tapes older than 18 months (prior to February 2024) was approved, along with a review of the February 2025 closed session minutes. In human resources, the resignation of the Head Volleyball Coach was accepted, and new hires and role adjustments were approved. Updates were provided on the sale of bonds and progress on board goals, including finishing the garage area and planning for future improvements. The Principal/Superintendent shared comments on upcoming events and initiatives, such as the Open House, Student of the Week, and staff spirit week.

The budget hearing included discussion of the balances in the ED, O&M, Transportation, and Working Cash funds. There was also discussion about forming a committee consisting of the Teacher Union, teachers, and the community to discuss school district finances.