Cherwin Janine Estocapio

The board received a presentation regarding the 2024-25 financial report, focusing on fund management, student club account oversight, and the transition of financial controls to the district level. Discussions highlighted the need for updated internal procedures, enhanced training for staff, and documentation to ensure accountability. Additionally, the board approved a plan of action in response to audit findings for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, for submission to the Oregon Audits Division.

The board conducted a work session that included the approval of a GMP amendment for the dental assisting renovation project at Reynolds High School. Additionally, the board discussed the 2026-27 work calendars for licensed staff, specifically focusing on the balance between parent-teacher conference schedules and the preservation of instructional minutes.

The board conducted a business meeting that included student and staff recognitions, including resolutions for Public School Volunteers, Assistant Principal Week, Arab American Heritage, and School Library Month. Presentations were provided on the Annual Facilities Goal Report, the 2025-2030 Integrated Pest Management Plan, and the K-12 Comprehensive Sexuality Education Plan. The superintendent delivered reports regarding financial matters, including budget planning, club fund transitions, and enrollment. Action items included the authorization of spending for a cooling tower replacement, the tabling of certified work calendars, and the appointment of a new member to the Budget Committee. Various consent agenda items were also approved, including personnel orders and grant acceptance.

The board meeting included several recognitions, including resolutions for Classified Employee Week, Women's History Month, School Social Worker Week, and support for gender-expansive students and staff. Presentations were given on a bond committee update, winter achievement data, and graduation rates for the class of 2025. The Superintendent provided financial and enrollment reports. Various consent agenda items were approved, including personnel orders, the 2026-2027 local service plan, and several student field trips. Action items approved by the board included a budget appropriation resolution for charter school obligations, authorization to purchase new cooling tower and chiller units for the high school, and authorization to gather community feedback on a proposed bond package.

The committee meeting focused on the 2016-17 budget process, including the election of committee officers and the presentation of the Superintendent's budget message. Detailed discussion took place regarding enrollment trends and budget review procedures. The committee received extensive public testimony regarding concerns over potential program cuts, specifically affecting fine arts, middle school athletics, middle school music programs, and various support staff positions. Committee members requested additional documentation and transparency regarding expenditure breakdowns and the decision-making process for proposed cuts.