Diane Blain

Key discussions included addressing the Parent Co-Chair vacancy, which was filled by Deb Jodzis for the current school year. The group reviewed potential new names and logos for the group, favoring 'Birds and the Bees' for the logo design, while continuing to discuss alternatives to 'Sex Education or Reproductive Health Advisory board,' such as 'human development.' The board also reviewed its responsibilities through a Q and A session, redistributing current law documents, and began brainstorming goals for the 2025-2027 period. The review of last year's community survey outcomes and subsequent action plan items, including content insertion into a draft newsletter, was completed.

The Building & Site Sub-Committee reviewed and discussed two primary items for future board consideration. First, the Change Order Summary Report for December 2025 related to the 2018 Bond Fund, noting all items were within the bond budget. Second, the committee reviewed options for the district-wide technology firewall solution, which will also be funded from the 2018 Bond Fund, with a motion to be taken to the February 2, 2026 board meeting.

The meeting commenced with presentations and recognitions, including a performance by the Dakota High School Show Choir and acknowledgments for staff efforts in establishing food pantries and safely relocating students following a threat at Wyandot Middle School. Key expenditures approved included the purchase of a TRON 1 Robot for Dakota High School's CTE Department, an electric forklift for the Food Service Department, and a three-year Linewize filtering solution for the Technology Department. The Superintendent reported on a media appearance regarding a foundation grant collaboration and the safe relocation of Wyandot students. Board members discussed the student relocation, the Dakota Show Choir, newly adopted state health standards, and concerns regarding maturation lessons and Sex Education Advisory Board oversight.

The meeting commenced with a community member addressing the board regarding election procedures and televising board meetings. Key actions included the approval of the General Consent Agenda, which covered several financial matters such as check registers for General Fund, Food Service, IAM, Childcare, and Camps/Clinics, as well as Wire Transfers, ACH, and Payments reports for December. The board also approved Change Order Summary Reports for the 2004 and 2010 Bond Issues for December 2012. Capital expenditure approvals were granted for replacement work on a chiller compressor at Wyandot Middle School and the purchase of one heavy-duty truck. The Superintendent provided updates on enhancing security measures in school buildings and upcoming athletic and CTE events. Curriculum leadership reported on a recent Professional Development Day focused on teacher-led instruction and curricular alignment. Following a report from a board member on a local Fashion Show, the board moved into Executive Session to discuss negotiations before adjourning.

The meeting commenced with recognition for the Chippewa Valley High School Swim and Dive Team for winning the Macomb County Championship. Community members raised concerns regarding the reinstatement of busing for St. Thecla students and bond refunding practices; the Board determined it was not legally obligated to provide the requested transportation. Key actions included approving the General Consent Agenda which covered various check registers and personnel transactions. The Board passed resolutions to continue the collection of 100% of levied property taxes for the 2013 tax levy, adopt the Post Issuance Tax Compliance Policy, approve the 2013 Refunding Bonds, and amend the 403(b) Plan Document. The Superintendent provided a report on attendance at a Town Hall meeting with Governor Snyder and shared academic data. The Executive Session involved a student expulsion hearing, resulting in the permanent expulsion of a student found guilty of physically assaulting another student.