Roberto Mendez

The board meeting featured training on the Chief School Administrator (CSA) evaluation process and the formal acceptance of the current CSA's resignation. Members approved the 2026-2027 preliminary budget, which details allocations for capital improvements, professional services, and a proposed tax levy increase. The board addressed various personnel actions, including the appointment of new aides and custodial staff, approval of several leaves of absence, and the termination of an employee. Committee reports provided updates on school calendar adjustments, PreK summer programming, and transportation services agreements.

The meeting involved the recognition of departing board members and the approval of a range of personnel, curriculum, and financial matters. Key actions included approving substitutes, clinical practice placements, and student teacher mentorships, as well as the 2026-2027 Preschool Operational Plan and various professional development workshops. Financial and facility business included the approval of payment applications for HVAC and fire alarm upgrades, the acceptance of a safety grant, the passage of energy aggregation resolutions for natural gas and electricity, and the review of monthly financial reports and bill lists. The Board also approved several community and student fundraisers and updated facilities use agreements.

The board conducted its reorganization meeting, which included the election of a President and Vice President and the swearing-in of new members. The agenda focused on the certification of election results, the adoption of board policies, curriculum, and job descriptions, and the approval of the Code of Ethics. The board also established tuition rates, after-school program fees, and summer camp fees. Additionally, the board approved numerous professional appointments for legal, architectural, auditing, and medical services, as well as designated various district compliance officers. Various operational service contracts, software renewals, and anticipated contract lists were also formally approved.

The Board accepted several resignations and addressed various personnel appointments, including stipends and salary adjustments. Updates to the K-8 Mathematics and Kindergarten ELA curricula were approved, along with a first reading of new and revised policies and regulations from Alert 235. The Board established the Threat Assessment Team and reviewed reports on emergency evacuation drills. Financial and facility-related business included agreements for domestic pipe relocation, classroom HVAC upgrades, and payment applications for security vestibule projects. Additionally, the Board authorized several transportation and tuition contracts, fundraisers for student clubs, and the use of school facilities.

The board conducted a meeting covering several administrative and operational agenda items. Key discussions included the appointment of a new Board Vice President and the appointment of two new board members to fill open seats. Presentations were held regarding special education out-of-district placement procedures, assessment results, and school self-assessment grades. The board approved various personnel appointments, staff hiring, and professional development requests, though one personnel item failed to pass. Several policy revisions were adopted, and the board reviewed and approved financial items, including payment applications for HVAC and security projects, the bill list, and monthly financial reports. Committee updates were provided, and committee structure enhancements were discussed.