Matthew Stofer

The Board of Education meeting included a retirement recognition for four staff members and a bond update regarding district facilities. Key actions included the approval of a bid for the administration and concession buildings renovation, the ratification of collective bargaining agreements for both TRESPA and TREA, and the adoption of the MHSAA membership resolution. Additionally, the Board discussed the timeline and strategy for the new three-year plan and received a financial report regarding the district budget.

The board discussed the Suicide Prevention Pilot Project, including a presentation of findings and data. A first reading of the 2026-2027 PK-12 Student, Three Rivers Partnership, and Athletics Handbooks was conducted. The board reviewed and subsequently approved the resolution supporting the St. Joseph County ISD General Fund Budget for 2026-2027. Additionally, the board approved two non-FMLA staff leave requests and held a closed session to conduct strategy and negotiation sessions regarding a collective bargaining agreement.

The board meeting included a retirement recognition for several staff members, a bond update, and a presentation on strategic planning for a new three-year plan. Financial updates were provided, and the board addressed several action items, including the approval of bids for the administration and concessions building renovations, the ratification of two collective bargaining agreements, and the adoption of the MHSAA membership resolution.

The Board of Education conducted an annual review of technology content filtering rules and received presentations regarding an out-of-state field trip for Hoppin Elementary, an update on the district budget, and a progress report on repairs following past storm damage. A series of policies were adopted covering definitions, staff ethics, online learning, health and sex education, volunteer procedures, purchasing, federal grant procurement, emergency operations, and student transportation. The Board also reviewed the upcoming calendar and heard comments from members and the superintendent.

The Board of Education discussed the findings and data from a Suicide Prevention Pilot Project conducted within the district. A first reading was held for the 2026-2027 PK-12 Student, Three Rivers Partnership, and Athletics handbooks. The Board reviewed the St. Joseph County ISD 2026-2027 General Fund Budget and approved a resolution in support of it. Additionally, the Board approved two non-FMLA staff leave requests and entered a closed session to discuss strategy and negotiation sessions related to a collective bargaining agreement.