Stephanie Atkinson

The board meeting covered several key administrative and operational items. Discussion topics included community comments regarding student safety, the approval to postpone the K-5 social studies curriculum adoption for up to two school years, and the approval of the 2026-2027 school calendar. The board granted travel permission for multiple student groups from Rex Putnam High School. Additionally, the meeting featured a presentation from the Youth Equity Advisory Committee, a review of the quarterly financial report, a discussion on 2026-2027 interdistrict transfers, and the approval of a contract for student Chromebook procurement totaling $1,300,000.00.

The open session of the Board of Directors meeting included community comments regarding boys volleyball and EcoSchools initiatives. Key agenda items addressed included the approval of employment changes such as administrative appointments and terminations, licensed appointments, transfers, leaves, and terminations. The Board approved revisions to Policy IIA regarding Instructional Materials, adopted the evaluation process for the superintendent's evaluation, and voted on positions for the Oregon School Boards Association elections. Several travel permission requests for student groups from Rex Putnam High School, Milwaukie High School, and Adrienne C. Nelson High School to various locations in January, May, April, and January 2026 were granted. The session featured reports from the Youth Equity Advisory Committee and the NCEA Featured Educator recognition for December DLI educators. A presentation was given on the district's literacy progress and strategic path forward, followed by a discussion concerning the Ending Fund Balance, resulting in a consensus to bring back proposed policy language for action at the next meeting. The Board also discussed and approved the Student Investment Account grant agreement with the Oregon Department of Education and approved the purchase of a replacement playground structure and resurfacing for Ardenwald Elementary School.

Key discussions during the meeting included public comments covering student safety and the Technical Assistance Program (TAP) Grant. The Board adopted a consent agenda which approved employment changes, granted permission for multiple high school student trips to Madras, Phoenix, and Anaheim, and postponed the K-5 Social Studies curriculum adoption. NCEA recognized Ally Benson as the Featured Educator for February. A report was presented on the 10-Year Districtwide Enrollment Projections, and the Board discussed the 2026-2027 School Calendar. Finally, action was taken to approve the OSAA Cooperative Sponsorship agreement between Milwaukie High School and Riverside High School for Softball for the 2026 season.

The Board convened for an Executive Session regarding labor negotiations, which adjourned at 6:01 p.m. The subsequent Open Session included a Native Land Acknowledgement video and the Pledge of Allegiance. Key actions taken under the consent agenda included approving employment changes, such as administrative and licensed appointments, transfers, leaves, and terminations. The Board reviewed a presentation on the Clackamas Education Service District Local Service Plan for 2026-27. An update was provided on the Vocera pilot program. Discussions were held regarding the Charter School Renewal Request for Milwaukie Academy of the Arts, which concluded with a public hearing where no testimony was given. The Board declared Budget Committee position 13 vacant and subsequently appointed Eric Solomon to fill that vacancy. Finally, the Board approved revisions to the policy DBDB Fund Balance regarding the ending fund balance.

The open session of the board meeting included community comments regarding sustainability and Oregon National Guard opportunities, followed by a Native Land Acknowledgement video and the Pledge of Allegiance. The consent agenda included the approval of employment changes, authorization of services for the 2026-2027 Clackamas Education Service District Local Service Plan, and the approval of the charter school renewal request from Milwaukie Academy of the Arts (MAA). Key reports covered the Acceleration, Retention, and TAG plan for meeting differentiated student needs, and an update on Wichita Center Renovations Projects addressing infrastructure improvements. The board also discussed and subsequently approved the Guiding Principles to guide the district's work during negotiations for successor collective bargaining agreements.