John DeRuyter

The agenda included a review of several board policies related to expenditures, electronic funds transfers, purchasing, staff development, threats of violence, portable electronic devices, health care, child abuse reporting, restraint and seclusion, and questioning and apprehension. The board also reviewed policies on employee technology usage, administering medication, health examinations, and sexual abuse awareness. Additionally, the board considered repealing a policy related to the use of force to maintain safety and order, and student arrest.

The board approved a contract addendum for the Carl Perkins Coordinator position for the 2025-2026 school year and issued contract offers to tenured teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.

The board meeting covered several key administrative and educational matters. The board approved the addition of a new Library/Media Center and Literacy Teacher position to the current budget. The 2026-2027 school calendar was adopted, and the fiscal year 2026 budget was revised. Discussions were held regarding the first draft of the FY'27 budget and a review of Board Policy 5145.15 concerning student and family privacy rights. Additionally, board members shared community reports regarding local events and activities.

The board approved the disposal of surplus equipment and the offering of principal contracts for the 2026-2027 school year. The board reviewed a staff resignation, postponed action on a teacher position, and accepted the second reading of numerous board policies related to expenditures, purchasing, staff development, and student safety. Additionally, the board approved the repeal of two existing board policies regarding the use of force and student arrest.

The board meeting addressed several personnel actions, including offering employment contracts for the Technology Director and an extracurricular volleyball position, as well as approving several new hires and noting multiple resignations. Key discussion topics included the fiscal year 2027 budget draft, approval of safety and book grant applications, and a discussion regarding the graduation date. Additionally, the board accepted the first reading of several policies related to student suspension, search and seizure, and curriculum standards, and conducted an executive session.