Haley Houtz

The committee reviewed School Board Policy 8510 and discussed the responsibilities of the Food Service Department regarding compliance with USDA nutrition standards. Members examined the Triennial Wellness Plan, which outlines how the district satisfies the requirements of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. Furthermore, the committee discussed its primary function of regularly reviewing the district's wellness plan to provide feedback and recommendations for student health and wellness initiatives, and reviewed upcoming meeting timelines.

Key discussion topics for the meeting included the renewal of the Sinking Fund Mileage and a report on Sec. 98b Goal Progress. The consent agenda items covered the approval of bill payments, the personnel report, and the recognition and acceptance of gifts. A primary action item involved a recommendation for approval, determined by roll call vote, regarding the list of websites filtered by the content filters LineWize and Palo Alto.

The Board of Education of White Pigeon Community Schools revised the General Fund Budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Key changes include adjustments to revenue from local, state, and federal sources, as well as modifications to expenditures across various categories such as instruction, support services, and athletics. The board also revised the school Food Service Fund budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025, with changes to revenue from local, state, and federal sources and adjustments to expenditures for purchased services and supplies.

The strategic plan for White Pigeon Community Schools guides the district in decision-making and improvements to the instructional program. Developed with input from students, staff, parents, and community members, the plan includes the district's vision, mission, core values, and the promise of 'Every Student- Every Day,' representing a commitment to individual attention for all students. The plan also outlines 3-5 year targets and priorities.

The meeting included discussions on educational and federal & state highlights, followed by a review of a consent agenda covering payment of bills, personnel reports, and acceptance of gifts. A closed session was scheduled for personnel discussions. Action items included appointing the Superintendent as the official representative for funds, grants, and programs, approving contracts for the leadership team, wage scales for various staff, contracts for resource facilitators, the agreement with the White Pigeon Education Association, an audit engagement letter, AIA documents for the 2025 Bond Construction Project, and another contract for a resource facilitator at the middle/high school. Announcements included information about upcoming meetings.