Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Meredith Arseneau’s organization
Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Esd 113 Board Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included a budget hearing for the fiscal year 2026-27, which was subsequently approved. Key topics involved updates on the Early Learning program grant, a financial update on the General Fund, and several staff introductions for student support and teaching and learning roles. The board also discussed the resignation of a director and the appointment of a committee to review applications for the vacant position. Various new and updated school nurse policies were presented for review.
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ESD 113 Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included a review of the superintendent's report covering statewide cellphone bans in schools and the state budget outlook. The finance department provided an update on the current year's budget cycle and general fund balance targets. The early learning report highlighted progress on school readiness, Head Start enrollment, and health outcomes for children. Additionally, the board received updates on the Let's Go Bicycle Education Program. The board approved the Hybrid Work Policy, the 2026-2027 board meeting schedule, an early learning non-federal share waiver, and the 2026-2027 Head Start interim grant application. Legislative reports discussed the challenging upcoming budget cycle. Finally, the board conducted an executive session to evaluate the superintendent, leading to the approval of a new employment contract.
May 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Educational Service District 113 Board Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included several reports and discussions. The Superintendent provided updates on legislative issues, education funding, and Head Start program developments. The Finance Report analyzed the annual budget cycle and General Fund balance. The Early Learning Report highlighted enrollment metrics and the fiscal challenges posed by rising costs and flat federal funding. Additionally, the True North adolescent behavioral health program was presented, detailing its scope of services and telehealth integration. The board held a first reading for a new remote work policy, discussed future presentation topics, and received updates on regional advocacy efforts. An executive session was convened to review the performance of a public employee.
The discussion focused on early literacy screening efforts, the implementation of reading interventions, and the challenges posed by significant student learning gaps resulting from school closures. Key topics included the administration of assessments, the need for tier-two support due to record levels of students reading below grade level, and the importance of maintaining consistent, effective teaching practices. The committee also addressed social-emotional development concerns, the impact of limited pre-kindergarten experiences, and the utilization of core curriculum resources to support foundational reading skills in the classroom.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
