Sarah M. Allen

The meeting included a public hearing session governed by the Michigan Open Meetings Act, allowing the public to address the Board on District matters with time restrictions. Key discussion items included a first reading regarding the purchase of wireless access points and battery backups for the district, potentially funded by E-Rate funding, with approval anticipated at the next regular meeting. Other discussion topics involved the upcoming operating millage, an update on the Maple Forest property, volleyball equipment for the middle school, and snow days.

The meeting agenda included the approval of minutes from previous meetings, with the exception of a meeting from January 30, 2025, which is outside the current review period's scope for approval dates. Key presentations included Board Member recognition for awards received via the Michigan Association of School Boards, and mid-year NWEA testing data presentations for the elementary and middle schools. Superintendent Sanchez provided an update on the Bond Project and a review of enrollment projections for the 2025-2026 school year, noting its importance for state revenue calculations. Personnel matters involved a review of progress in filling professional and coaching positions for the upcoming year, alongside the review of two letters of retirement. The consent agenda included the approval of the January Financial Report and the payment of January bills totaling $1,871,129.86, along with smaller bond-related bill payments. Business items included recommending approval for the high school curriculum guide following its first reading. Board operations covered the recommendation to adopt Board Goals for the 2025-2026 school year, and scheduling a regular monthly breakfast meeting. The public was afforded time to speak during two separate Hearing Sessions.

The meeting included preliminary items such as the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the November 10, 2025 regular board meeting. Key presentations involved recognizing All-State Athletes from the Fall 2025 season for various sports, including Cross Country, Football, Girls Golf, Boys Soccer, and Volleyball, with several individuals and teams achieving Academic All-State honors. Administrative reports were submitted in writing by building principals. Business items included the approval of the Ratification of Opt-In, Subject to Rescission Resolution for 31aa funds, which had its first reading at a preceding retreat meeting. The Board also reviewed the operating millage renewal recommendation for 3.0 mills for three years (2026-2028) for operating purposes, which was set for action in January 2026, and received a bond update. Consent agenda approvals covered the November Financial Report and the payment of November bills totaling over $2.9 million for payroll and general expenses, as well as specific bond payments. The session concluded with a closed session to consider material exempt from disclosure, followed by a motion to recommend reinstatement for Student # 2024-2.

The Board Retreat included updates on College and Career Readiness programs, specifically Work-Based Learning, and an update on the athletic program. Further discussion covered a Special Education update and Superintendent remarks regarding May election information. Key business items involved a resolution concerning the 31aa Opt-In and Rescission, a review of the proposed 2025-2026 amended budget, and a discussion about the Capital Improvement Fund thresholds. The session also included a review and setting of district goals, open discussion on timely topics such as the COOR ISD Board Dinner and GLOE Special Education, and a review of current Bond Project Updates/Timelines. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation.

The agenda for the special board meeting included preliminary items such as the call to order and roll call, followed by the approval of the agenda. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to Hearing Session #1, where the public was invited to address the Board on District matters, with time limits enforced. The Board also planned to move into a closed session to consider the dismissal, suspension, or disciplining of a staff member, as permitted under the Michigan Open Meetings Act.