Nancy Ballard

The meeting included a staff and student celebration segment, noting a donation to support Peer-to-Peer activities and Life Skills programs, and recognizing achievements in robotics, attendance, and student leadership across various schools. Audience participation involved a discussion regarding the Holly Township Library potentially pursuing district library status. Reports covered board member attendance at community events and emphasized sidewalk safety. The Superintendent's report featured a curriculum update detailing observations of literacy and math instruction, student showcases, and skilled-trades experiences. Financial updates included finalizing the Fall 2025 Count and progress on the FY25 audit, along with updates on bids for network electronics, auditorium/fire alarm, and stadium entrance projects. The Board approved the 2026 Proposed Board Meeting Calendar, proposed OCSBA resolutions, and awarded bids for the Holly High School Auditorium and Fire Alarm Update Project and the Holly High School New Stadium Entrance Project. New business included the first reading of several Neola policies, and an executive session was held to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation, which was rated as Effective.

Holly Area Schools' Out of School Time Learning Plan aims to address learning loss by expanding existing and creating new programs. This includes expanding the STEM-based summer learning program (Summer STEM Camp) for grades K-8 to all four elementary buildings and the middle school, doubling the number of students served. A summer camp (Camp Explorer) for incoming kindergarten students will also be expanded. A new after-school program, Broncho Club, will offer three 3-week sessions of STEM and project-based learning at all four elementary and one middle school building. Finally, a before/after school tutoring program (Broncho Tutoring) will provide free tutoring in reading, math, science, and social studies. The plan intends to serve over 1,000 students in rural northwest Oakland County.

The meeting included staff and student celebrations, highlighting achievements in athletics, music, and academics. Superintendent and board member reports provided updates on various initiatives, including the LIFT program, the new middle school construction, and the K-12 Alliance's advocacy for full federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Key agenda items included personnel updates, approval of the 2025 committee assignments, approval of middle school network electronics, and student discipline hearings. Financial updates were provided, and upcoming committee meetings were scheduled.

The meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to returning board members, the election of board officers, and several staff and student celebrations. Key discussion points involved the approval of Food Service Generator Project Bids, ratification of the 2025 Series II Bond pricing, and the adoption of Board Policy 2266 in accordance with 2020 Title IX regulations. Committee assignments were discussed, and updates were provided on the Middle School Network Electronics project. Multiple executive sessions were held to discuss student discipline matters, resulting in the approval of resolutions regarding several students. A financial update included discussion of enrollment projections and state funding, and a facilities update included mention of the AUCH report and Food Service Newsletter.

The meeting included a staff/student celebration highlighting various achievements and events at different school levels, including technology showcases, conferences, performances, and fundraising activities. Reports were given on the strategic plan, including curriculum updates (such as the development of lab classrooms and schedule adjustments), financial updates (enrollment projections and bond sales), and facilities. The consent agenda included approval of the treasurer's report, financial reports, personnel updates (new hires and resignations), and overnight trips. Old business included approval of the 2025 board meeting calendar and a summer bus lease. New business included approval of the 2024-25 general fund budget update and acceptance of election results. Executive sessions were held to discuss student discipline matters.