Michael S. Nelson

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to conduct an executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(b). The session was convened to consider matters related to the evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or hearing complaints regarding a public officer, employee, staff member, agent, or student. The Board took specific action regarding a student disciplinary matter, which was documented in the student's educational record as confidential in accordance with FERPA and relevant laws.

The Board meeting included various recognitions of students and staff for their achievements and service. Key reports were presented regarding the Strategic Plan, SAT School Day data, and a summary of levy workshop discussions. The Board discussed and approved several items, including policies related to virtual instruction and reductions in force, and reviewed financial expenditures. Additionally, an executive session was held to discuss legal and labor contract matters.

The Board of Trustees held a budget hearing and regular meeting focused on fiscal planning for the 2026-2027 school year, including budget presentations on revenue forecasts, expenditure adjustments, and fund balances. The board received reports on student and staff recognitions, student/CEA activities, and the results of the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT). Action items included the approval of new and revised policies, the purchase of i-Ready math licenses, and the approval of various consent agenda items such as contract renewals for custodial and cooperative educational services. Additionally, the Board reviewed procedural updates regarding high school graduation requirements and entered into executive session to discuss labor contract matters.

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting where they approved the agenda and reviewed the FY25 Financial Audit report presented by Hayden Ross CPAs. The audit report, which will be formally presented at the upcoming regular board meeting, noted a clean opinion on financial statements and provided an overview of the District's fund balance. The Board formally accepted the FY25 Financial Audit.

The meetings covered multiple agenda items, including the presentation of college entrance exam summaries and an assessment report. The Board addressed budget adoption for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, approved personnel actions, and reviewed various policy revisions, including updates to high school graduation requirements and school board use of electronic communication. Additionally, the Board authorized transportation routes, discussed fee increases for meals and programs, approved an ISBA levy term limit resolution, and conducted executive sessions regarding labor contracts and employee matters. Several contracts were renewed, and land sale agreements with the City of Coeur d'Alene were finalized.