Ryan Michael Gallagher

The meeting primarily focused on the presentation and discussion of the adopted budget, covering personnel adjustments, union bargaining agreements, and revenue changes related to property taxes and grant funding. Additionally, the board discussed the authorization of a construction management contractor to oversee infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements, geothermal upgrades, and energy efficiency initiatives.

The board conducted a working session to recognize various student achievements across the district, including the MESA design competition team, middle school track and field athletes, art students, the high school music department, poetry slam participants, the debate team, and advanced video students. Key discussion points included student athletic performance, academic accomplishments, community engagement, and regional and national competition results.

The board meeting included an opening land acknowledgement and a segment dedicated to the recognition of retirees from the school district, featuring tributes to educators and staff. Following the recognitions, the board received a presentation from the AI Action Research Team regarding AI guidance.

This document outlines the Parkrose School Board Goals for the 2025-26 school year, focusing on four primary areas: improving communication with students, families, and staff; increasing math opportunities and outcomes; analyzing district capital versus operational needs; and implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. The plan is underpinned by core values prioritizing safety, equity, and individual academic success, with a mission to foster a safe, creative community that provides diverse learning opportunities and builds a foundation for lifelong learning. The vision is for all students to graduate with a strong sense of identity, empathy, and critical skills.

The board meeting featured a Be Well staff wellness program update, covering the use of grant funding for employee wellness activities, efforts to rebuild staff community post-COVID, and upcoming end-of-year events. Additionally, a long-range facility report was presented, highlighting the importance of proactive maintenance to avoid catastrophic system failures, the impact of equipment obsolescence, and the long-term lifecycle forecast for district facilities.