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Mar 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marshall Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Session
Key discussion topics for the meeting included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered a contract with Bridge Therapy For You, LLC, and a Moore & Shryock Appraisal Report. Financials for February, totaling $850,388.70, were presented for approval. New business items proposed actions such as the resolution to sell the Bus Barn and lots, approval for a Practical Nurse Program Fee Increase for 2026-2027, approval of the Capital Outlay/Technology Plan for FY 2026-27, and approval for the Saline County Multijurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution. Further items included approval of the FY 2026/2027 school calendar, the invitation to MEC, and change orders/design fees for ASI 24 and IDS projects. Old business items included approving MSBA Policy Updates, Pre-K Tuition Rates for 2026/2027, adding an additional Full Day Pre-K class, and approving rental management companies and rates for Four Square House.
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Board Of Education Marshall Public Schools Open Session
The meeting addressed several agenda items including the approval of financial reports for February totaling $850,388.70. New business involved approving real estate contracts for the sale of the Bus Barn and lots, increasing the 2026/2027 Practical Nurse Program Fee, and approving the 2026/2027 Capital Outlay/Technology Plan. The Board also approved the Saline County Multijurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution and the 2026/2027 School Calendar, as well as joining the MEC (Midland Empire Conference). Further new business included approving a $1.4 Million ASI 24 change order and an IDS design fee of $17,000 for a secure entry architectural/engineering project at Marshall High School. Old business included the approval of MSBA Policy Updates, Pre-K Tuition Rates for 2026/2027, and the addition of a second Full-Day Pre-K class. Following an executive session, the Board approved the Four Square House Rental Management Company (Best Life Properties) and the Monthly House Rental Rate of $1800.
Feb 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marshall Public Schools Open Session
The meeting commenced with the approval of the consent agenda, which included a change order for the bus barn completion and the acceptance of completion for the MIS project. The board approved financials for January bills totaling over $2.4 million. The minutes from the February 3rd special work session were approved. The board adopted the agenda for the remainder of the meeting. Key discussions involved an update on early childhood programs, including fire safety education, curriculum alignment, and plans for expanding the full-day preschool program based on parent/staff surveys regarding potential tuition adjustments. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to introducing and advocating for the adoption of the Jobs for American Graduates (JAG) program, which targets at-risk students through various opportunities aligned with district goals like graduation rates and career readiness. Financial matters included approval for technology upgrades (servers, switches, access points) via Provision using E-Rate funding, resulting in a low cost to the district after 80% reimbursement, and approval for a dark fiber contract for building connectivity, also 80% reimbursed. Representatives from the Brookfield JAG program presented testimonials on how the program has positively impacted students by improving public speaking, facilitating community engagement (e.g., supporting the YMCA, lobbying efforts), and providing essential life skills and mentorship.
Feb 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marshall Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Session
The key discussion topics for this board meeting included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered an ASI 23 Contract and a Nabholz Prime Contract Change Order. Financials were approved, including January bills totaling $2,461,754.25 and associated financial reports. The agenda also included a Spotlight presentation from the Early Childhood Director. New business featured the approval of the Substitute Teacher list, the JAG Program MOU, and the 2027 EPEG Funding Contract. First readings covered Pre-K Tuition Rates, an additional Full Day Pre-K class, and the Four Square House Rental. Several policies underwent second readings, including Policy DCLA regarding Travel Expenses. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn to Closed Session to discuss matters including legal action, real estate transactions, personnel issues, and security specifications.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
