Kathryn VanderPloeg

The board meeting covered several agenda items, including the approval of the open session agenda and a consent agenda. The consent agenda included personnel recommendations and resignations, approval of the bill list for payment, and a 2025-26 budget adjustment. The board also adjourned the open session to enter a closed session for the discussion of legal and personnel matters.

The board meeting primarily focused on organizational proceedings following the announcement of election results. Key actions included the administration of the oath of office to new board members, followed by the election of board officers including the President, Vice President, Secretary, MSBA Delegates, and an MSBA Delegate Alternate. Additionally, the board appointed an authorized representative for state and federal programs and designated a district treasurer.

The board addressed a wide range of administrative and educational agenda items. The consent agenda included the approval of several curriculum adoptions, various service contracts, bidding results for goods and services, and financial reports. Significant policy actions were taken, including the adoption of a new cardiac emergency response plan, the rescission of an AED policy, and revisions to policies regarding student rights, nondiscrimination, and residency requirements. Additionally, the board approved a federal programs evaluation and reviewed several policies during their first readings.

The board meeting included several key actions and discussions. Recognitions were given for a state championship achievement. The consent agenda involved the approval of various curriculum renewals, agreements for services, contracts with outside entities, bids for supplies and surplus items, financial reports, and personnel recommendations. Old business included the second reading and approval of revised board policies. New business featured the presentation and approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget, a bond facility presentation, and the first reading of new and revised policies regarding construction management and motorized vehicles.

The board convened a special meeting to address matters regarding personnel and legal issues, which were conducted in a closed session.