Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Melissa Austin’s organization
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Franklin School Board Newsletter Summary
The Board discussed a proposal for point of sale software from KEV and decided to table the discussion. Actions taken included the review and approval of the District CSIP Plan, District Facility Plan, District PD Plan, District EAC and Safety Plan, and District Literacy Plan. Updates to board policy AC regarding Title IX were approved, along with the 2026-27 bus routes and several other policy updates, including CB, CBE, CBG, CFB, GCL, GCN, GCQD, GDL, GDN, CFB-AP1, GCL1-AP1, GCL2-AP1, and GCN-AP1.
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The board meeting included several key actions and discussions. The board approved a $90,000 prepayment to 2020 bonds, resulting in interest savings and maintenance of the debt service levy. Tax rates for the 2026-27 school year were set following a public hearing. Additionally, the 2026-27 budget was revised and approved, and the annual transportation aid application was authorized. The board also adopted the 2026-27 Local and State Special Education compliance plan. Discussions were tabled regarding the KEV point of sale program, and the board approved moving the upcoming September meeting date.
Apr 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Franklin School Board Regularly Scheduled Board Of Education Meeting
The board meeting focused on the certification of the April election results and the subsequent reorganization of board officers. Key approvals included the 2026 summer school application, a contract for district technology services, a new classified staff salary schedule, and extra duty pay assignments for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the board approved an E-Rate bid for technology infrastructure improvements, resulting in significant cost savings for the district, and reviewed policy updates.
Mar 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Franklin School Board Board Bits
Key discussions during the meeting included a preliminary review of potential 2026-2027 salary schedule options, which was tabled for a future date. The Board discussed insurance consortium options following the dissolution of the current consortium (EBA) and voted to join the OSBA consortium, affiliated with Anthem. The quarterly review of the district CSIP Plan, in accordance with MSIP 6, was conducted. Furthermore, the Board opened and approved a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from Porter, Berendzen & Associates for architectural services related to the kitchen remodel project. Policy updates were also approved for several series, including IIA, IIAC, IGB-AP3, and KB series policies.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
