Bruce Merritt

This document, presented for strategic planning, emphasizes the importance of data-driven action to foster student success. It highlights key focus areas including improving kindergarten readiness, increasing graduation rates, enhancing academic achievement in English Language Arts and Mathematics, optimizing student behavioral outcomes (discipline and attendance), and boosting career and college readiness through dual credit and world language programs. The overarching goal is to address systemic inequities and create actionable change for all students within the district.

The board meeting agenda focused on several key items including a legislative update, student travel requests, and a comprehensive certificated and classified personnel report. Additionally, the finance section addressed voucher payments and the awarding of contracts. Further discussion topics included the annual resource conservation program report, a special board meeting, a workshop, and an executive session.

The board meeting agenda focused on several key items including student and staff recognition, a legislative update, and various reports on school programs and student achievement such as distance learning and phased reopening. The building program section covered change orders for Pioneer Elementary and Dick Scobee Elementary, the adoption of a resolution for the portable classrooms project, and the granting of a water easement to the City of Auburn. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved personnel reports and multiple vouchers for district payments.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed several items including employee recognitions for 30 years of service and retirements. The agenda covered personnel reports, student and staff travel requests, and the approval of inter-district agreements for student services. Additionally, the Board reviewed curriculum adoptions for K-5 Science and PK-3 Foundational Skills, discussed financial statements, and approved an interlocal agreement with Highline Public Schools regarding the procurement of fresh produce.

The board held a workshop to review the progress of the Auburn School District Strategic Plan 2017-22. The discussion focused on the six initial priorities identified by the cabinet and the development of action plans for the current school year, aligning with established district goals for student learning and institutional expectations.