Jill Hunter

The meeting, which convened at 6:00 PM, included a review of the 2026-2027 Budget, which was received with a vote of 3-0. The session concluded at 6:14 PM.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key actions included the second reading and approval of two policies: KF Community Use of School Facilities and KHC Distribution of Non-School Materials. Under New Business, the Committee approved Bill Warrant #7 and gave a first reading approval to EBBD -- Temperature Standards for Schools. Approvals were also granted for JL -- Student Wellness and IJOC -- School Volunteers. Reports from the Principal, Assistant Principal, Pupil Services Director, and Superintendent were received. The Personnel section involved the approval of several nominations for coaching and staff positions, and the acceptance of one resignation from a Cook position. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

Key discussions included an update on Outdoor Education, which was received. Policy review involved the second reading and approval of Policy JKAA regarding the Use of Physical Restraint and Seclusion, and the receipt of related procedures JKAA-R. Business items approved included Bill Warrants #5 & #6, and first readings for KF Community Use of School Facilities and KHC Distribution of Non-School Materials policies. Reports were received from the Principal, Assistant Principal, Pupil Services Director, and Superintendent. Personnel matters included the receipt of an appointment for Competition & Sideline Cheering and the acceptance with regret of a resignation for the Building Principal position due to retirement. The committee entered into two separate executive sessions to discuss administrative matters, with no resulting action taken.

The meeting involved policy reviews, resulting in approvals for the third reading of the Student Attendance policy (JE) and the second reading of the policy on Relations with School Resource Officers and Law Enforcement Authorities (KLGA). A discussion on the Bullying Policy (JICK) was received. New business included the approval of Bill Warrant #2 and the first reading of the Use of Physical Restraint and Seclusion policy (JKAA), with its corresponding procedure document (JKAA-R) being received. Various reports were received from the Principal, Assistant Principal, Director of Pupil Services, and Superintendent. Personnel actions included receiving nominations for several positions, such as Ed Tech II, Ed Tech I, and Boys' and Girls' Basketball A&B coaching roles.

The meeting included a presentation on the Rise program for pre-K students. Public comments addressed social media and internet safety training, cyber bullying investigation procedures, and the dissemination of school policies. There was also a presentation and review of the JICK bullying policy, with discussion on compliance with statutes, reporting processes, and the role of administrators and the board.