Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Sarah Costain’s organization
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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APS Board Board Meeting
The board meeting included an athletic department update discussing new technology, athletic orientation, weight room and scoreboard upgrades, and athletic expenses. A presentation was delivered regarding elementary curriculum development, specifically focusing on teacher clarity, standard pacing guides, and learning intentions. The session also covered changes and higher expectations for the district's online program, highlighting the alignment of course selection with the district's strategic plan and revisions to board policy.
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The board workshop focused on the procurement of 370 Chromebooks for K-5 classrooms, including a review of the bid tabulation process, vendor selection criteria, and a discussion on the necessity of extended warranties. The board also reviewed the annual code of conduct handbook and the Alpena High School student parent handbook, identifying required grammatical and formatting corrections. Additionally, the board discussed the effectiveness of the two-day in-school suspension trial, with members concluding that the current structure remains appropriate based on existing data.
Jul 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Alpena Public Board of Education Organizational Board Meeting
The meeting focused on the election of board officers, including the president, vice president, and treasurer, as well as the appointment of the board secretary for the upcoming fiscal year. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to a presentation and discussion regarding the special education millage renewal, clarifying that it is a renewal rather than a restoration, and reviewing the ballot question and associated election procedures. Additionally, the board acted on and approved the consent agenda.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Alpena Public Schools Board Workshop Meeting
The board conducted a workshop focused on governance and self-evaluation. The session included a review of the results of a board self-evaluation survey facilitated by a consultant, covering key areas such as leadership, academic performance, board responsibilities, effectiveness, data-driven decision-making, and superintendent relations. Discussion centered on maintaining effective governance practices, fostering a positive governing body culture, and identifying concrete steps to improve board operations and communication.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
