Lori Epstein

The meeting included reports on district communications, highlighting increased social media engagement and the development of landing pages for the 2040 Task Force and program budget evaluations. The superintendent reported on various donations to the Boston School Forest and student achievements in Eagle Scout and youth apprenticeship programs. The Board discussed and reviewed a funding proposal for a new ski shack and classroom project at the Boston School Forest, which is supported by fundraising efforts and student involvement. A preliminary budget was also presented.

The organizational meeting focused on establishing the board structure and operational procedures. Key actions included selecting the voting method for officer positions, appointing a temporary chairperson, and conducting elections for the roles of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Clerk. The board also appointed a Secretary, assigned members to serve as chairs and participants for standing committees, and designated representatives to various ad hoc committees. Additionally, the board finalized the meeting schedule for the upcoming year and approved resolutions concerning the use of signature facsimiles.

The meeting included the presentation of the Mandana Bliss Award, reports from the student senate representative, communications department, and superintendent, and a presentation on the district insurance renewal process. The Board approved contracts with Aspirus Health Plan, Anovia Health, and Delta Dental. Business services discussions covered fund balance allocations, and educational services included the approval of 4K program contracts. Additionally, the Board reviewed annual evaluation survey results and received an update on the budget evaluation process.

The committee meeting focused on several key financial and human resources agenda items. Key discussions included the recommendation for district insurance carrier renewals with Aspirus Health Plan, Anovia Health, and Delta Dental. The committee reviewed the Schedule of Monthly Bills and forwarded them to the full board for approval. Additionally, the committee evaluated Five-Year Projections for long-term fiscal planning, recommended the allocation of surplus funds to Fund 46, and reviewed financial statements and budget performance reports for the month of March.

The committee meeting addressed the approval of revisions to the Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Program and Site Agreement Type III contract for the 2026-27 academic year. Additionally, information-only presentations were provided regarding the Real Talk initiative's update and next steps, as well as an analysis of disproportionality in special education and related performance indicators.