Jennifer Olson

The board discussed summer maintenance projects across school facilities, including flooring, painting, and parking lot resurfacing. Presentations were provided by school principals regarding summer school enrollment and activities. The board reviewed and approved the preliminary budget for the upcoming school year, set student fees for driver's education, and adjusted lunch meal costs. Additionally, the board adopted student academic standards, approved an academic and career plan for students in grades 6-12, and accepted resignations from district personnel.

The board meeting included reports from the elementary, middle, and high school principals regarding recent events, student achievements, and curriculum updates. The board approved the payment of vouchers and payroll transfers, as well as several early graduation requests. Discussions were held concerning a prioritized list of district needs, which was subsequently approved for funding, and an update was provided on the strategic planning process. Additionally, information regarding open enrollment policy and related staffing was reviewed.

The board discussed a proposal for a one-year pilot program for summer school bussing to help increase student participation. High school, middle school, and elementary school principals provided updates on school events, forensics team achievements, and course scheduling. The board approved proposed summer school offerings and building budget requests for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the superintendent reported on the district's cost-saving energy program with Xcel Energy and the board approved the purchase of a new bus.

The board meeting involved discussions on several key operational and administrative items. These included reports from principals regarding school activities, student testing, and building goals, as well as a presentation by the Special Education Director concerning a Memorandum of Understanding for school-based mental health services. The board reviewed and accepted safety drill evaluations, and approved multiple early retirement requests and a staff resignation. Additionally, the board discussed legislative topics through their WAISB correspondent and addressed various personnel matters during a closed session.

The meeting included reports from building principals regarding school events such as student council activities, inservice training, and upcoming talent shows. The board approved the 2009-2010 building budgets, accepted a retirement request for the Mound View Elementary School secretary, and approved a firm to conduct the district's annual fiscal audit. Open enrollment applications were reviewed and approved with conditions. Additionally, the superintendent provided updates on short-range planning, including high-speed internet system progress, and the board moved into a closed session to discuss the hiring of the district's lead maintenance and custodial worker.