Diane Hepner

The Board meeting commenced with an amendment to the agenda to remove the student congress update and culinary presentation due to a snow day, and to add a field trip for DECA under new business. The Superintendent provided an update on bond projects and 31a dates. The Consent Agenda included the approval of the financial report, bills payable report for October and November 2025, and the personnel report. The Board approved a correction in the minutes from 11-12-25. Approval was granted for three field trips: the Jazz Band to CMU, the Jazz Ensemble to the Michigan Music Conference, and the DECA field trip to Orlando, Florida. A contract abatement recommendation was approved, awarding a contract to Building Decommission Services (BDS) for future bond projects. The Board moved into closed session to discuss student discipline/reinstatement, legal opinion, and collective bargaining strategy. Upon returning to general session, conditional reinstatements were granted to two students with specific academic progress and reentry meeting conditions stipulated.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the agenda with amendments to include the Superintendent Evaluation, Superintendent Contract extension, and decision on 31aa funding after the closed session. The Board addressed a public forum item regarding Michigan Health Education Standards Framework. The consent agenda approved the previous regular meeting minutes and the personnel report. The Board approved the summer tax collection resolution for the fiscal year 2025-2026, a field trip for the wrestling team, and a change order for Ga-Ga Ball Pits to Sinclair Recreation. The Superintendent evaluation was approved, and the Superintendent's contract was extended by an additional year based on an 'effective' rating. Following a closed session to review a legal opinion, the Board resumed and adopted the 31aa resolution, with assurances that opting out of the funds would not impact school security funding.

The meeting included reports from the Principal and Teachers, focusing on drives, donations, attendance, and the need for headphones for students. The Treasurer's Report detailed the deposit from the Run Back to School event, membership fees, reimbursements, and grade level shirt payments. Committee Reports covered Family Game Night, Popcorn sales, School T-shirts and Spirit Wear, Trunk or Treat recap, Santa Shop, and Cookies with Santa, including fundraising and volunteer needs. The 4th grade farewell party was discussed, including fundraising goals and activities. The Open Forum addressed how to integrate the PTO page with an Instagram account.

The document outlines the mission of Naldrett Elementary, which is to provide a nurturing learning environment for students to achieve their full potential, in partnership with parents and the community. It also includes the District's mission to empower students for an ever-changing world. A key focus is the Naldrett Elementary Star Council's mission to support education by fostering relationships among the school, parents, and teachers, providing enriching experiences, and promoting a collaborative home-school environment with the motto "STUDENTS FIRST and ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE TOGETHER."

The meeting included the Principal's report, which covered topics such as the conclusion of Feed the Bay, the upcoming Christmas event for every student in December, and Art to Remember. The importance of addressing chronic absenteeism through incentives was discussed. The Treasurer's Report highlighted the previous balance, donations received, and expenses, resulting in a total balance on hand. Committee reports included Fun Run results, Popcorn day, Costume Exchange results, School T-shirts and Spirit Wear, Trunk or Treat, and Cookies with Santa. Open forum topics included the first bookfair, picture retake day, and a Texas Roadhouse event. Grant applications were discussed for Lababoo cider and donuts, cookies for Cookies with Santa, and popcorn.