Jennifer Mudge

The meeting included a presentation from Zemmer Principal and Learning Coaches regarding professional learning communities. The Lapeer Community Schools' 2025-2026 Board Goals were presented, including strategies and benchmarks tied to each goal. Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation into LCS curriculum and a new Board Policy addressing the acceptable use of AI were reviewed, as well as new Healthy Grading Practices for grades 5-12. The Cash Flow Borrowing Resolution was approved. The board discussed the state budget and its challenges to LCS.

The meeting included an introduction of new instructional staff and a Bond Update presentation. Discussions covered Board Policy 7540.09 on Artificial Intelligence, Administrative Guidelines 5500 on Student Code of Conduct, and 7540.03 on Computer Usage. Also discussed were Bond Change Order No. 28 for LHS Additional Locker Room Painting and a budget update, as well as updates on Dyslexia Law and Grant. The board also discussed and approved the 2025-2027 AFSCME Master Agreement.

The Board convened in closed session to discuss negotiations before returning to open session. The SEIU Food Service Master Agreement and the Lapeer School District Administrators Association Master Agreement were approved.

This document outlines the LCS Board Goals for the 2025-2026 academic year, focusing on four strategic pillars. These include providing every child with access to a high-quality, aligned curriculum from early childhood to post-secondary attainment, with an emphasis on integrating AI tools. The plan also prioritizes implementing high-quality instruction through a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for both academic and whole child development. Furthermore, it aims to develop and sustain high-quality collaborative processes to improve teacher performance and student achievement, and to foster a supportive environment for all stakeholders through enhanced whole child and safety/security systems.

This presentation to the LCS School Board details 'Board Goal 3,' which aims to develop and sustain high-quality collaborative processes to improve teacher performance and student achievement. The strategic focus areas include professional development for effective professional learning communities, fostering collective efficacy, implementing Formative Assessment for Michigan Educators (FAME), and utilizing instructional rounds. The plan outlines current initiatives and future steps to achieve enhanced educational outcomes.