Phillip Updike

The board meeting included the recognition of Students of the Month and the Class of 2020. Key actions included the approval of district and activity fund bills, the approval of a personnel report, and the transfer of the Great Start Readiness Program to the Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District. The board reviewed a memorandum of understanding for an Early College program, adopted the MHSAA Membership Resolution for the 2020-2021 school year, and approved graduation exception requests and the list of high school graduates. Additionally, the 2020-2021 school calendar was approved, and updates were provided by the K-12 principals, Special Education Supervisor, Alternative School Director, Food Service Director, and the PTO.

The meeting featured the recognition of student Citizens of the Month and presentations by third-grade students. Key administrative actions included the approval of district bills and activity fund expenditures, personnel adjustments such as teacher assignments and staff resignations, and the adoption of the Gogebic Ontonagon ISD General Fund Operating Budget. Additionally, the Board approved the MHSAA membership resolution, student accident insurance, and the renewal of MASB membership. Significant financial actions involved budget amendments for the 2017-2018 fiscal year for the General Fund and School Services Fund, and an agreement regarding the Gogebic Miners Football team. Further, the Board scheduled a special meeting for superintendent contract negotiations, recognized the JROTC for community service, and addressed executive session matters regarding personnel compensation and the removal of personal property from school premises.

The Board of Education meeting focused on an update regarding COVID requirements and recommendations provided by Mr. Powell. Following the update, the board discussed that no changes to the current policy were required and no formal action was taken.

The Board conducted its organizational meeting, which included the election of board officers and the formal adoption of district bylaws, including legal status identification, general board functions, and meeting procedures. The Board established its regular meeting schedule for the upcoming fiscal year, designated official depositories for school funds, and assigned check signing authorities. Additionally, the Board designated responsibilities for posting public notices and coordinating school elections, adopted legal reference notes, approved organizational memberships, and continued contracts with legal counsel. Finally, the Board addressed committee assignments.

The Board of Education meeting included the introduction of students as Citizens of the Month. Key actions taken included the adoption of the Annual Summer Tax Resolution for the upcoming tax year, approval of budget amendments for the General Fund and School Services fund for the current fiscal year, and ratification of labor agreements with district associations. Additionally, the Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding and an Independent Contractor Agreement related to the FabLab Initiative, accepted a donation for special education programming, and reviewed various reports including enrollment, attendance, and department updates.