Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Deb Merwin’s organization
Feb 24, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
The meeting addressed various topics, including concerns about employees posting student pictures on social media and a discrepancy between the approved February 2024 budget and the current budget for Fund 80. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, along with updates from the administrative team covering topics such as staff training, parent-teacher conferences, and upcoming events. The board approved several trips for students, including a senior class trip, and HOSA & FCCLA state conference trips. Updates on the Child Enhancement Center (CEC) were provided, including approval of tuition agreements, rates, and fees for the 2025-26 school year, as well as the 3K program costs. Policy updates were approved, and the Achievement Gap Reduction DPI report was presented. The board also approved the summer school course handbook and the CESA 5 agreement. A closed session was held to discuss employee compensation and potential wage adjustments. Finally, the appointment of an assistant JV high school softball coach was approved.
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The meeting covered various topics including financial reports, administrative updates (elementary school initiatives, staff conferences, summer school handbook preparation), bleacher repairs and fundraising, and the DPI report cards. Key decisions included approvals for the 2025 WIFA State Ice Fishing Championship, the course guide, the 2025-26 academic calendar, open enrollment limits, a boys and girls wrestling co-op, and several coaching appointments. Discussions also covered building and grounds maintenance, CFEA negotiations, and the audit update and year-end financial report.
Jan 1, 2025·StrategicPlan
Board
Cambria-Friesland School District Education For Employment Planning and Program 2025-2026
The document outlines the Cambria-Friesland School District's Education For Employment Planning and Program for 2025-2026. Its core mission is to ensure academic success and equip all students with competitive skills for graduation. The plan focuses on analyzing local, regional, and state labor market needs, engaging parents in academic and career planning, providing comprehensive Career and Technical Education (CTE) with professional development, and fostering partnerships with businesses and postsecondary institutions. Key areas include career awareness from elementary to high school, individualized support, and integrating career activities into the curriculum, aiming to prepare students for future employment and postsecondary education.
Dec 16, 2024·BoardMeeting
Board
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
The meeting included a citizens forum where the Booster club committed $30,000 for new high school bleachers. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, including general fund vouchers. Updates were provided on the new bleachers, with additional donations from Alsum Produce and the Friesland Fire Department. A new discipline policy for attendance was discussed. Elementary school updates included dress-up days and the trait of the month. The second reading of the 2025-26 course description book was tabled. DPI report cards were reviewed, showing the district meeting expectations. A DPI waiver was approved to start the 2025-26 school year prior to September 1, 2025.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
