Nicholas Bernbeck

The meeting commenced with a presentation from North High School regarding the Applied Med/Corewell Partnership, recognizing participating students. The Superintendent provided an update on future meetings, confirming the inclusion of Monthly Financial Updates, Curriculum, Achievement & Assessment Updates, and alternating student presentations from North and South High Schools. During public comments, an attendee raised concerns about budget parameters and elementary busing. Action items approved on the consent agenda included the South Field Trip to Egypt and the South Turf Replacement Project. Separate action items included the approval of the Student Code of Conduct for clarity and direction for principals, approval of the HR Report, approval of the 2025-2026 GAAA#1, and the approval of a Cost Reimbursable Request for Proposal (RFP) for Food Service, which passed with a 6-1 vote after a debate over fixed vs. cost reimbursable models. Amendments to the Budget Parameters were also approved, specifically addressing language regarding 'Foundations and Private Citizens' and specific areas listed for busing. Items scheduled for the next meeting included approval of bids for masonry/tuckpointing and roofing replacement, and procedures/oversight committee approvals related to the Bond Program.

The meeting commenced with the election of officers for 2026, resulting in the selection of Trustee Derringer as Board President, Trustee Worden as Vice President, Trustee St. John as Secretary, and Trustee Klepp as Treasurer. The Board approved the amended Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2026, including date adjustments for September and July meetings. Key discussions under the Superintendent section included the presentation of appreciation gifts to trustees, recognition of North All-State Athletes, and a comprehensive presentation of STEAAM Grant Awards totaling significant amounts for various school projects and programs across several schools. The Board also received updates on the Strategic Plan, Architecture and Construction projects, Bond/Sinking Fund status, Universal Preschool survey results, and the GAAA#1 update. Action items included approving the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meetings, declaring Board Member Compensation preferences, approving the Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts, approving the Appointment of Representative to MAISL Joint Risk Management Trust, and establishing Standing Committees. The acceptance of the STEAAM Grant Awards was also approved.

The agenda for the meeting includes receiving a presentation from Kerby, a financial update from the CFO, and reports from various stakeholder engagement groups including teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, office personnel, plant personnel, and the Grosse Pointe Parent Advisory Council. Key action items scheduled for approval include the AT&T Contract, a Resolution Opposing School of Choice, a Resolution Establishing Bond Oversight Committee, and the selection of the Superintendent Search Process. The agenda also covers the approval of future meeting minutes and reports.

Key discussion topics for the meeting include presentations from the Superintendent regarding Pierce Middle School, the MASB Superintendent Search, the Family Center, and Strategic Planning, along with an Academic Achievement report and a Student Services Administration Report. Action items scheduled for the meeting involve the resolution to accept Dr. Tuttle's retirement, and approvals for a Masonry and Tuckpointing bid, a Roofing Replacement Bid, and Bond Program Project Procedures. Future agenda items scheduled for February 23, 2026, include the approval of the Superintendent Search Process and a resolution opposing School of Choice.

The agenda for the meeting includes the election of officers and updates from the Superintendent covering Board of Education appreciation, recognition of All-State Football players, STEAAM Grant Awards, Strategic Plan Update, Architecture and Construction Update (Closed Bid), Bond/Sinking Fund Update, Universal Preschool Update, and GAAA#1. Action items listed for this meeting include the approval of the agenda itself, approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Meeting Minutes from December 8, 2025, Declaration of Board Member Compensation, Approval of the Regular Board Meeting Calendar for 2026, Approval of Resolution of Continuance of Funds and Designation of Signatories on Accounts, and Approval of Appointment of Representative to MAISL Joint Risk Management Trust. The agenda also lists items slated for action on January 26, 2026, such as approval of the South Turf Replacement Project and approval of Fixed Cost or Cost Reimbursable Food Service for RFP. Information and Discussion items include the Monthly Financials, Check Register, and Health Care Report for November.