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The agenda for this meeting includes a public hearing and action item related to the 2025-2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget Extension. The consent agenda covers the approval of February 2026 final payroll, March 2026 preliminary payroll, various warrants, and the approval of two coaching resignations (Head Football Coach and HS Assistant Baseball Coach). Administrative reports are scheduled from various department heads and the Superintendent. Key discussion and action items include approvals for an overnight field trip for the Knowledge Bowl State Tournament, annual adoption of the Highly Capable Plan, and adoptions for a new course and new curriculum. Furthermore, the Board will conduct an adoption of updated WSSDA Policies across critical and important categories, followed by an executive session to evaluate the performance of a public employee.

The agenda for the meeting included recognition of Students of the Month, approval of the agenda, and review of numerous financial warrants, including final payroll for January 2026 and preliminary payroll for February 2026. The consent agenda required approval for several coaching positions for the 2025-2026 school year, and several staff changes, including resignations/retirements for coordinator, teacher, and psychologist roles, and the hiring of a new office assistant. Administrative reports were scheduled from the ASB Student Board, Director of Business & Finance, and the Superintendent. Discussion and action items covered donation approvals, including funding for teacher projects and classroom supplies, approval for the completion of the Elementary HVAC Project, and a report on National Board Teachers. The board was also scheduled to review and hold a first read of updated WSSDA policies concerning topics such as program compliance, sexual harassment, and procurement requirements. The session concluded with a planned Executive Session to review public employee performance.

The meeting included a recognition of the K-12 Principal and PEARL Principal for their hard work. The agenda was approved with a request to add a HIPAA/FERPA discussion to the next meeting. Presentations were given on the K-12 and PEARL School Improvement Plans, which were subsequently approved. An updated strategic plan was presented. The board discussed the Gender Inclusive Schools policy and procedure, with a suggestion to remove restroom and locker room accessibility sections, which will be reviewed further. Public comments were heard regarding a magic card donation and concerns about the gender inclusive school policy. Several policies were discussed for a first read, to be returned for adoption at the next meeting. Topics for the next board meeting were set, including annual board updates on various board policies, a WSSDA Conference discussion, the magic card donation, strategic plan approval, and the HIPAA/FERPA discussion.

The meeting began with the swearing in and seating of two newly elected board members, followed by the election of school board officers, resulting in Viviann Kuehl becoming the Chairperson and Jim Hodgson remaining the Vice-Chair. Richard Fitzgerald was nominated and approved as the WIAA Representative. The board recognized outgoing members and celebrated the December students of the month from K-12 and PEARL. The agenda included the approval of financial warrants, payroll items, and the termination/resignation of two personnel members. The board reviewed and discussed annual policy updates, with a plan for Open Public Meetings Act Training in January. Administrative reports covered the successful migration from Skyward SMS to Qmlativ, the preliminary December budget status showing an 86.65% General Fund spend, and the receipt of a Local Effort Assistance payment. The Superintendent reported on attendance at the WSSDA Conference, the Superintendent Student Advisory Committee meeting, and recent community events. Key discussion items included follow-up from the WSSDA Conference, where the board agreed to develop a meeting calendar, and consideration for a future board retreat in February or March.

The meeting included recognition of students of the month, administrative reports covering ASB activities, K-12 and PEARL principal updates, financial status, and the superintendent's report. Key discussion points included a math curriculum review, potential construction trades class, field trips, an ALE enrollment audit, electronic music courses, financial statements, budget status, property tax collection, enrollment figures, and updates on the Individualized Learning Pilot Program and Veteran's Day event. The board also discussed and acted on the approval of gaming supplies and donations for various programs, authorization of a depository account, the strategic plan, HIPAA/FERPA concerns, and the gender inclusive schools procedure. Additionally, there was a discussion about the WSSDA conference and second readings of several policies.