Lori Verhagen

The committee reviewed financial statements and examined gas and electrical expenditures for accuracy. Several items were advanced to the upcoming board meeting for a vote, including the 2025-2026 Budget Revisions, the 2026-2027 WERMC Renewal, the 2026-2027 Shoreline Contract for orientation and mobility services, the 2026-2027 Busology quote, and an update to the Safe Route to Schools initiative. Additionally, the snow removal RFP for 2026-2029 was discussed and subsequently tabled until a future session.

The meeting agenda includes the election of school board officers, establishment of meeting logistics for the upcoming year, and the designation of the official district newspaper. Key items involve committee appointments, personnel actions including resignations and new hires, and financial approvals covering employee handbooks, staff contracts, building renovations, and technology licensing. Additionally, the agenda covers student learning items such as open enrollment, field trips, and college credit applications, alongside administrative report recognition, preliminary budget approval, and first readings of policy revisions. The session concludes with items of information including local donations and upcoming district events.

The Board of Education meeting included the acceptance of a 4-acre land donation for a new soccer field and presentations on elementary coding skills. The Board recognized the Top Ten Seniors of the Class of 2026. Actions taken included the approval of staffing-related items, the 2026-2027 Support Staff Employee Handbook, issuance of teacher and summer school contracts, and participation in various child nutrition programs. The Board also approved a new health insurance plan design, fiber and internet connection improvements, and a facility study. Additionally, multiple policy updates were approved, and donations from football alumni and a local business for school programs were accepted.

The committee reviewed financial statements and conducted an accuracy comparison of gas and electrical expenditures. Various items were reviewed and subsequently moved to the upcoming board meeting for a formal vote, including the 2026-2027 administration contracts, annual support staff contracts, a quote for concrete work, field trips and fundraisers, the preliminary budget, the CESA 7 contract, the food service renewal, and a quote for Microsoft 365 licensing.

The Board of Education meeting covered a range of agenda items, including the approval of a retirement for an elementary school custodian. A presentation was given regarding efforts to increase passing scores on the civics exam. The board approved various consent agenda items, such as staff resignations and hires, financial reports, a fitness center equipment quote, parking lot expansion, and floor renovations. Furthermore, the board authorized student participation in college credit programs, technology purchases, and curriculum agreements with educational agencies. Additional discussions included the purchase of a robotic athletic field sprayer, the review of several updated district policies, and the acceptance of a high-mileage vehicle donation.