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Oct 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Mississinawa Valley Board of Education Emergency Board Meeting
The board addressed the appointment of a Treasurer Pro Tempore due to an absence. Additionally, the board voted to adjourn to executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel employment matters.
Sep 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Mississinawa Valley Local Board of Education Regular Meeting
The board meeting featured the recognition of student academic achievements, including test scores and improvement goals. Administrative updates included a report on student coupon campaigns, planning for Lifelong Learning days, athletic department recaps, and a discussion regarding local school report cards and gym floor repairs. Financial actions included the review of reports, the approval of a restated IRS 403b plan, and the acceptance of various donations. Superintendent recommendations were approved covering student transportation reimbursements, personnel resignations, the hiring of classified substitutes, student handbook changes, athletic training service contracts, supplemental contracts for staff, and the approval of school group travel. Additionally, an update regarding the school bus repair vendor was provided.
Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Mississinawa Valley Local Board of Education Regular Meeting
The board reviewed administration reports regarding district trauma training, student attendance initiatives, athletics, and facility upgrades. Financial items included the review of monthly financial reports, the August 2026 Financial Forecast, and the Then and Now Report. Superintendent recommendations covered a range of operational and personnel approvals, including tuition rates and student admission policies, bus stop designations, employment of substitute teachers, various supplemental and classified employee contracts, and approval of out-of-state field trips. Additionally, the board approved stipends for coordinators and athletic staff, established substitute pay rates and ticket taker wages, finalized a transportation services agreement, and authorized staffing for a kindergarten boot camp. The session concluded with an executive session to discuss personnel evaluations.
Jul 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Mississinawa Valley Board of Education Regular Meeting
The board received a presentation regarding a new after-school sewing club and updates on the district's facility project and school health clinic. Treasurer's recommendations were approved, including financial reports for June 2026, the Student Wellness & Success Funds plan, and FY2027 CCIP allocations. Superintendent's recommendations were adopted, covering the ASR program participation, BASA membership, cafeteria meal fees for the upcoming school year, adherence to nutrition standards, employee service recognition, a staff resignation, a salary schedule adjustment, a School Resource Officer agreement, hiring of a substitute custodian, and approval of a volunteer coach.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.