Kevin Busk

The meeting began with a roll call establishing a quorum. Board members introduced themselves and the communities they represent, followed by the Superintendent and staff introductions. The Land Acknowledgment was read, including the BSSD Vision and Mission. Key actions included the approval of the agenda, and several grant approvals: the FY26 ESEA Consolidated Grant and the CLSD Grant. Personnel actions involved the appointment of classified employees to permanent status and the hiring of professional employees for the FY26 school year. No action was taken on the FY25 Audit pending the end of a government shutdown. The Board entered and exited an Executive Session to discuss Personnel and Finance matters. Discussion items included reports on NACTEC, 1st Quarter Financials, the FY26 Budget Amendment, HR, C&I, Strategic Plan, Food Service Outsourcing, and the Superintendent's report.

The meeting included a roll call to establish a quorum and introductions of school board members, the superintendent, and district staff. The board discussed curriculum, facilities, and budget reports. Actions taken included approving the FY26 6-year CIP plan, participating in the NSEDC Fuel Purchase Program for FY26, adopting Big Ideas Math as the district's official K-12 math curriculum, and approving personnel actions for staff in various locations. The board also approved the APRA resolution and authorized the Executive Committee to hire third-party contractors to identify and implement budget reductions. Correspondence was discussed, and board members were asked to submit items for the next agenda. The board also reviewed AEC Minutes and discussed public comments.

The special meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. Public comment was moved before the action item. The board approved the contract for pilot services with Kenai Aviation for the FY25-26 school year, following a discussion about the cost difference. There was also a suggestion to create an "Air Travel Safety Survey" similar to the one used by Lake and Peninsula School District. The meeting concluded with discussions about items for the next agenda and setting the time and place for the next meeting.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items, including the adoption of the FY26 Budget, which prompted questions regarding volleyball reductions and increased travel costs for specific functions. A request for recognition from BSSLA was tabled to gather more information, including the number of employees and legal counsel input. Questions were raised regarding the Kenai Aviation Contract, specifically concerning backup planes and pilot familiarity with the area. Public comments included a request for a moment of silence for a past board member and a follow-up on tiny homes in Golovin.

The agenda included a roll call to establish a quorum, adoption of the agenda, and a period for public comment. The board then moved into an executive session to discuss a contract, followed by action items including the approval of the Superintendent Evaluation and the extension of the Superintendent's contract to June 2027 with benefits. The meeting concluded with public comments and adjournment.