Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Darren P. Hess’s organization
Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Fort Wayne Community School Board of Trustees Meeting
The board approved multiple student international trips, including tours to Europe and the South Pacific scheduled for 2027, 2029, and 2030. Authority was granted to the Director of Facilities to execute real property transactions valued under $150,000. The board declared an emergency to allocate funds for facility maintenance projects across several school locations, totaling $248,748. Finally, the acquisition of properties on South Calhoun was approved to facilitate the expansion of the construction trades program.
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Fort Wayne Community School Board of Trustees Board Meeting
The board meeting featured awards and recognitions for Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year finalists and winners. The board approved the consent agenda, including personnel reports and required disclosures. Additionally, the board approved a one-year donation from the United Way of Allen County to fund a case manager for families in transition, as well as the acceptance of a formative assessment grant from the Indiana Department of Education. An easement for a city utility project was also granted, and the Chief Financial Officer presented a report on the 2027 budgets.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fort Wayne Community School Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board meeting featured a review of IREAD assessment results, highlighting academic growth and a commitment to literacy goals. Several elementary schools were recognized for their high passing rates on state assessments. The board also discussed strategies for strengthening literacy instruction, including enhanced community partnerships. Additionally, the district's communication and marketing team was honored with several National School Public Relations Association awards, and a video presentation showcased the recent return-to-school activities.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fort Wayne Community Schools Board of Trustees Board Meeting
The board approved a 2026-2027 adult education grant and an integrated English literacy and civics education grant, both designated for personnel and program support. Contracts were approved for the Stepping Stones Group to provide sign language interpreters and a speech-language pathologist, and for Vincennes Speech and Language Services to provide virtual speech services to non-public and public schools. Additionally, the board approved an agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC for the implementation and subscription of the PowerSchool Enrollment Suite, which aims to modernize and streamline the district's student enrollment, school choice, and school locator processes.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
