Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brenda McKenzie’s organization
Sep 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hastings Public Schools Regular Board Meeting
The board conducted hearings for the 2026-2027 budget and the tax levy request. Key actions included approving the payment of expenditures totaling $5,190,719.08, reaffirming the policy on parent involvement, and authorizing the disposal of a school van. The board formally approved the 2026-2027 budget, the 2026-2027 tax levy request, and the 2027-2028 option enrollment limits. Additionally, the board received a presentation on Lincoln Elementary's after-school programs, including leadership, run club, chess club, and coding club, and appointed a media spokesperson.
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The board meetings covered various operational and educational topics, including fee adjustments for activities, adoption of policy series, approval of personnel changes, superintendent contract renewals, and approval of facility usage agreements. The board also reviewed and approved various vendor contracts, computer purchases, and disposed of school property such as musical instruments. Additionally, quotes for student digital licenses and educational programs were processed.
Apr 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hastings Public Schools Board Meeting Minutes
The meetings covered several key topics including the resignation of the superintendent and the adoption of revised 5000 series policies. Approvals were granted for various expenditures, including internet service bids, custodial supply bids, and the purchase of video boards via a COPS grant. The Board also discussed student travel requests, policy reviews regarding staff dress code and professional growth, and received presentations on high school graduation credit requirements and technology rotation schedules. Additionally, the Board reviewed personnel agendas and engaged in personnel discussions during executive sessions.
Mar 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hastings Public Schools Board of Education Regular Board Meeting
The Board discussed a variety of topics, including policy revisions for the 4000 series, salary schedules for certificated, classified, and administrative staff, and the approval of a 2026-27 negotiated agreement. The Board also addressed the purchase of musical instruments, computer workstations, and a new middle school introduction to computer science course. Student foreign travel, paper bids, and disposal of equipment were also handled. A superintendent salary update and various personnel matters within the consent agenda were reviewed and approved.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
