Jeff Dassance

The board meeting included presentations on e-Sports and Sunday basketball practices. The board approved new high school classes for the upcoming academic year and addressed budget-related items, including the Ingham ISD General Fund budget and 2026-2027 budget reductions. Additionally, a letter of agreement with DESPA regarding an interim elementary office manager was approved. The Superintendent provided reports on student assessments, the superintendent evaluation process, senior interviews, food service reviews, staff appreciation initiatives, and potential ballot initiatives for capital projects. The board also held a closed session to consider the purchase or lease of real property.

The board meeting included a special recognition of Amanda Bush for her nomination as MDE's Region 6 Teacher of the Year. The Board reviewed and approved the 2025-2026 budget revision, the Board Effective Governance Practices and Operating Procedures Annual Review, and the 27L Educator Compensation Letter of Agreement. Discussions were held regarding the MSU Traffic Study, the 2027-2028 district calendar, School of Choice policies, and GSRP classroom updates. Additionally, the superintendent provided reports on NWEA staff training, recent conference presentations, ongoing elementary facility repair needs, district collaboration with the DDA, and successful food drive donations.

The Superintendent's report detailed key instructional and operational updates, including WIDA testing for English Language Learners, analysis of NWEA growth data for state assessment preparation, and the implementation of small-group instruction. Technology initiatives featured the purchase of new Chromebooks and a strategic shift toward balancing digital learning with traditional handwriting tasks. The board was updated on staff development programs, the results of the special education regional review, and current budgetary challenges including deficit management and upcoming contract bargaining. Facility reports noted ongoing maintenance for an athletic complex well and compliance status regarding safety drills. Additionally, the district provided information on upcoming community events, such as Kindergarten Round-Up and recent parent-teacher conferences.

The board meeting featured a presentation on the history and impact of the Beekman Center by the Ingham ISD Superintendent and a report from the High School Student Council on their mission. Key action items included the approval of a GSRP classroom renovation bid, the adoption of the 2027-2028 district calendar, and the authorization of a School of Choice proposal. The superintendent provided updates on the district newsletter, kindergarten enrollment trends, a $100,000 scholarship donation, technology acquisitions, and senior interviews. Furthermore, the board held a closed session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property and labor negotiations.

The meeting included the Annual Board Organization session, during which officers were appointed, with Mr. Kapp named Temporary Board Chair and subsequent officer roles confirmed. A special presentation honored Board Appreciation Month, featuring artwork from elementary students and a State Certificate of Proclamation. Action items approved included ratification of the Dansville Schools 2026 Refunding Bonds, approval of Annual District Designations, and approval of the 2026 Board of Education Meeting Calendar. Discussion items covered the annual review of the Student Activity Account and Board Effective Governance Practices. The Superintendent provided updates on facilities, noting the completion of an MSU Traffic Study, and plans for a Community Movie Night in partnership with the DDA. The session concluded with a Closed Session to conduct a periodic personnel goals/evaluation.