Ken Bollman

This mentoring plan outlines a structured approach for supporting new teachers during their first year, providing monthly focus topics, guiding questions, and practical advice. It addresses key aspects of a new teacher's development, including establishing a positive classroom environment, refining classroom management, differentiating instruction, utilizing assessment and feedback, implementing data-driven instruction, managing curriculum pacing, preparing for standardized testing, sustaining student engagement, and reflecting on professional growth.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included public comments regarding the incorporation of yoga and mindfulness practices into the curriculum, which prompted an invitation for further discussion with the Superintendent. The Consent Agenda was approved. Action items involved approving several overnight field trips for various programs: one to Cleveland, OH, for Heavy Equipment Technology; one to Detroit, MI, for the DECA State Conference; one to Lansing, MI, for the State FFA Convention; and one to Livonia, MI, for the SkillsUSA state competition. Furthermore, the Board approved the hiring of Revin Gale for an ETA Computer Technician position. Technology equipment purchases totaling $51,757.11 and the purchase of two fiber connections (one annual contract and one with a one-time build cost) were also approved. Finally, the Board approved the hiring of Nicci LaChonce for a Special Education Floating Paraprofessional role and approved the 5506 Field Trip Thrun Policy.

This document outlines core performance indicators for the 2024-2025 period. It includes metrics such as 4-Year Graduation Rate, Reading, Math, Science, Post Program Placement, Nontraditional Program Concentration, and Program Quality, comparing state required, regional, and WMISD performance.

The meeting commenced with a board dinner followed by the call to order and public comments, which were limited to three minutes per person. Key actions included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered the minutes from the December 15, 2025, meeting and Board of Education Bills. The scheduled presentation by ETA was canceled due to weather and will be rescheduled. Action items involved approving the hire of Robert "Scott" Butler for the Custodian position, subject to pre-employment clearances, and approving budget amendments for several educational and capital projects funds. The board also approved the resignation of the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education, the hiring of William (Bill) Hite as Interim Assistant Superintendent of Special Education, the hiring of Charlie Schwarz as Special Education Supervisor Support, the Superintendent contract, the updated Board Policy 5506 regarding Field Trips, and an out-of-state trip for three staff members to attend a conference in Tampa, Florida. Administrative reports were presented across various departments, and the meeting adjourned.

This professional learning calendar serves as a strategic framework for Wexford-Missaukee ISD's professional development initiatives for the 2025-2026 academic year. It outlines a comprehensive schedule of learning opportunities designed to enhance staff capabilities across key areas including social-emotional learning, literacy, mathematics, special education, coaching, and leadership. The plan aims to foster continuous improvement and address specific educational needs within the district through structured training sessions and collaborative professional learning communities.