Mary Anne Brush

The meeting focuses on a workshop session regarding the superintendent search, specifically involving a process planning session led by a representative from the Michigan Leadership Institute.

The meeting included an enrollment forecast presentation and several action items. These items covered personnel updates, staffing for English Learner support, the establishment of a sex education advisory board, bond sale series authorization, property purchase amendments, and summer abatement projects. Furthermore, the board addressed change orders for room projects, a custodial services contract, leadership priorities for instructional coaches and academic paraprofessionals, the SHIELD safety director contract, and a closed session regarding collective bargaining.

The board conducted a workshop session that included a team-building exercise focused on collaborative decision-making and effective communication strategies. Additionally, the members initiated a discussion concerning organizational sustainability efforts and established an ad hoc committee to collaborate with administration on these initiatives.

The board received a Career and Technical Education presentation highlighting program growth and achievements, and an update regarding sustainability challenges within the Early Childhood programs. Committee reports covered high school scheduling, new course additions, and elementary level behavioral support strategies. Further discussions included the 2026/2027 school year Interdistrict School of Choice procedures, a technology update concerning the replacement of teacher Chromebooks, and an overview of the 2025 Facilities Bond design and construction timeline. The meeting also addressed various resolutions, including personnel updates, bus purchases, high school course updates, and bond project scheduling.

The Board discussed and approved several personnel updates including staff hires, leaves, and retirements. Resolutions were passed regarding enrollment-driven staffing for an additional elementary English Language Development teacher and the appointment of new co-chairs for the Sex Education Advisory Board. The Board authorized the issuance of 2026 School Building and Site Bonds and approved a first amendment to the purchase agreement for the former Romeo Middle School property. Additional approvals included a contract for the 2026 summer abatement project, a change order for the Amanda Moore Elementary workroom project, and a contract for custodial services with ABM Education Services, LLC. Finally, the Board approved leadership priorities for the 2026-2027 school year, involving a transition to an updated elementary instructional coaching model, the addition of academic paraprofessional positions, and a new contract for the Director of Safety and Security.