Jon Pechette

The meeting included a review of the August 2025 Bond Proposal, covering projects, costs, and the tax rate impact. Various experts assisted with the presentation, which included a question for all attendees.

The board meeting covered various topics including financial reports (general fund bills payable, general fund EFT transfers, building and site fund bills payable), personnel matters (new hires, resignations, leave of absence), and reports from the Board of Education committees (extra-curricular, finance, personnel, policy, building and grounds), the superintendent, student representatives, and building principals. Key discussions included a facilities assessment indicating a need for $79 million in improvements, focusing on $28 million in infrastructure projects, and safety upgrades as part of the bond work. The board approved a bond application for filing with the Michigan Department of Treasury and the creation of an Executive Assistant to the Superintendent/Business Support Specialist position. Public comment included a concern about the bond amount and community communication. The meeting also included special presentations on the Bath High School wrestling team's state tournament qualifiers and a report from Clinton County RESA on Career and Technical Education.

The board meeting included a special presentation on the Bath High School Robotics Competition and an action item to approve an overnight trip for the robotics team to a competition in Brooklyn, Michigan.

The strategic plan for Bath Community Schools focuses on empowering, expecting, and encouraging all students to achieve excellence. Key areas include responsible planning with anticipated staffing and enrollment, intentional selection of proactive initiatives, and annual evaluation of program effectiveness. The plan also emphasizes strategic placement of personnel, curriculum review, and collaboration with other districts and county support. Furthermore, it aims to enhance student achievement through proficiency monitoring, formative assessments, and standards-based curriculum, while fostering professional learning, technology integration, and community partnerships to support student success.

The organizational plan focuses on aligning curriculum and testing, utilizing data for student learning, and evaluating district planning. Key strategies include re-establishing the curriculum cycle, ensuring staff utilize data for curriculum modification, and documenting all programs and initiatives. The plan also emphasizes professional learning through peer observation and mentoring, expanding community relationships, and enhancing technology to support 1:1 and blended learning environments.