Gretchen Wagner

The work session included the recognition of retirees and an assistive technology presentation. The board discussed and approved a transition to a monthly regular meeting schedule. Personnel actions were taken, including the approval of summer custodians, the hiring of special education supervisors and a computer repair technician, and the acknowledgement of a retirement. Additionally, the board authorized supplemental professional services and approved the 2026-2027 Career Center calendar. A bid from Shaw Contracting was approved for the Career Center main parking lot replacement project.

The meeting was adjourned due to a lack of a quorum, as only three out of nine members were present. The primary agenda item scheduled for discussion was the 2026-27 master fee schedule related to the city budget.

The Board of Education conducted a meeting and retreat covering personnel reports, budget amendments, and the disbursement of educator compensation funds. Discussions included the expansion of McKinney-Vento youth advocate services, the continuation of several staff positions, and the authorization to publish an RFP for marketing services. The Board also reviewed 2026-2027 special education calendars and held strategic planning sessions. Operational updates were provided across instructional services, career center initiatives, early childhood programs, technology, human resources, and business office processes, followed by a closed session for a superintendent evaluation and attorney-client privilege matters.

The Board of Education held a work session to discuss several key operational and financial matters. Topics included an update on the literacy coaching instructional support model, progress on culinary arts renovations, and updates regarding parking lot bids. The Board approved personnel reports including new appointments and noted recent staff resignations. Furthermore, the Board authorized a transition of its policy services provider to Thrun Law Firm. Financial reviews involved the second budget amendment for the current fiscal year and the presentation of the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year for General, Special Education, and Vocational Education funds.

The Board discussed potential changes to board policy service providers, exploring a transition to Thrun Law Firm. Financial and operational actions included approving the expense statement, authorizing the Superintendent to appoint an interim Human Resources Director, and approving the purchase of a tractor for building operations. The Superintendent provided updates on the Lifelong Learning Center-Arenac Campus property sale, celebrated March reading initiatives, and highlighted the Career Center's Brick Award nomination. Additionally, the Board entered a closed session to discuss collective bargaining strategy and attorney-client privilege.