Christopher Byrd

The Board meeting agenda included a consent agenda covering personnel actions, a finance report, and the adoption of policies. Key focus areas included student achievement, specifically the request to accept CDE 21st CCLC grant funds for Trailside Academy and York International, as well as communication and community engagement involving the adoption of the 2027-2028 school year calendar and a District Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) update. Additionally, the Board discussed facilities management with a focus on bidding procedures.

The Board Retreat agenda focused on several critical areas for district governance and strategy. Key discussion topics included Board Governance, specifically working agreements; Fiscal Stewardship, covering budget styles, context review, budget standards and priorities, and future revenue scenarios; and review and proposal of Superintendent Goals for 2025 and 2026. The retreat also emphasized the district's mission, board purpose, board roles, and the 2025-2026 focus areas: Student Achievement, Student Wellness, Exceptional Staff, Learning Environment, Communication & Community Engagement, and Facilities Management.

This document outlines the mission of Mapleton Public Schools, an innovative, diverse, and deeply rooted learning community. The mission is to guarantee that all students achieve their dreams and contribute enthusiastically to their community and the world. This is accomplished through an education system characterized by an unyielding commitment to academic success and personal growth, empowering learning opportunities, highly skilled and compassionate staff, small and safe family-like environments, and a resourceful community working collaboratively to support student success. The district also strives to provide a safe environment for all students and staff.

This document outlines Mapleton Public Schools' policy on a standards-based education system. Its core purpose is to develop and teach academic standards to ensure students achieve the highest levels of knowledge and skills. Key priorities include aligning instruction and assessments with these standards, advancing equity, promoting student learning, and reinforcing accountability. The plan also details the Superintendent's responsibilities for implementation, curriculum revision, professional development, and addressing the diverse needs of all students while eliminating barriers to equity. The District commits to engaging educators, parents, and community stakeholders in the ongoing review and assessment of these standards.

This document outlines the accountability program for Mapleton Public Schools, emphasizing the Board of Education's ultimate responsibility for student academic accomplishments. It details the establishment, roles, and functions of the District Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) and School Accountability Advisory Committees (SAACs), which are tasked with promoting transparency, evaluating school and district performance, and ensuring diverse representation. The policy specifies requirements for committee composition, training for principals, and public access to meeting notices.