Christy McLaren

The board discussed correspondence regarding a new residential subdivision development and a monitoring device for the school well. Department reports covered ongoing budget concerns in the General Fund, status of teacher evaluations, parent-teacher conferences, and a upcoming Title I audit. Old business focused on the budget, including potential bank loan options and the accreditation process, as well as a review of the Bridged Health Alliance health plan offer. New business included the approval of a resolution for a notice of election, a proposal to return a student veteran display to the school, and discussions regarding the donation of a gym sign.

The Board of Trustees discussed various operational and administrative items, including school programs, financial claims, and personnel matters. Key topics included the recognition of a fundraising achievement for the Kids Heart Challenge, the review of financial warrants, and the proposal of a budget amendment. The board also reviewed resolutions for property tax levies to support school facility maintenance projects such as ADA-compliant sidewalk repairs, parking lot resurfacing, and safety initiatives. Additionally, the meeting addressed personnel actions, including a retirement, new hires for principal and teaching positions, and the establishment of a school calendar for the upcoming academic year.

The board discussed and approved a maintenance bid for asphalt repairs and accepted a staff resignation. Personnel actions included the hiring of an elementary teacher, a flag football coach, a volleyball coach, and a slate of substitute teachers and bus drivers. The board also approved out-of-district applications, the 2025-2026 staff handbook with indicated edits, and an increase in lunch fees to address a program deficit, which includes measures such as reducing staff hours and salad bar service frequency.

The meeting focused on the strategic planning and goals for the 2025-2026 school year. The board reviewed the district's strategic plan goals and direction, established specific goals for the Superintendent and the School District, and conducted a facility tour to evaluate the campus and identify priority projects.

The board convened for a special meeting to discuss an out-of-district student enrollment application. The board entered an executive session to address this matter due to privacy concerns and subsequently voted to decline the out-of-district student application for the upcoming school year.