Tammy Robards

The board meeting focused on several key items: updates on School Improvement Plans for LBES and LBMS, a recommendation for a new district-wide ELA literacy resource (Amplify CKLA) for grades K-4, a preliminary 2026-27 staffing plan, and consideration of the County Schools Facility Tax (CSFT). Additionally, the board reviewed facility usage fees, established student fees, discussed the draft 2026-27 meeting calendar, and reviewed policy updates through Press Packet 120. Official actions were taken to approve Press Packet 120, student fees, the 2026-27 meeting calendar, and various personnel reports. The administration's recommendation to sunset the French course program was tabled for further consideration.

The board received updates from the Alliance for Excellence, a 9th-grade student transition data presentation, a proposed board meeting calendar including town halls, and a report on the Special Education continuum of services and behavior support. Additionally, an update on True North's restructuring was provided. The board took action on several items, including approval of a new ELA curriculum, updated board calendar, installation of wireless access points, a parking lot contract for the school, a resolution to impose specific occupation taxes, an audit engagement agreement, and a personnel report. A motion for World Language programming was discussed but failed due to a tie vote.

The board discussed the 2026-2027 staffing plan, including new shared-services, curriculum support roles, and adjustments to elementary sections and speech services. Other topics included the potential continuation of the French program, feedback from the Family Communication Survey regarding Seesaw and PowerSchool, a proposal for community town hall meetings, and updates on high school transitions and True North Governing Board reorganization. The board also reviewed the auditor engagement agreement with Baker Tilly and assessed capital projects and facility maintenance needs for several school locations.

The board meeting featured several recognition segments, including the Educator of the Year award for a paraprofessional and a classroom educator. The Board also acknowledged the achievements of the Science Olympiad team, which recently competed at the state level. Additionally, the meeting included formal retirement recognitions for two long-serving staff members, honoring their years of service to the school district. The Director of Safety and Security was also recognized for his contributions to enhancing district-wide safety protocols and facility upgrades.

The board discussed 2016-2017 student fees and building use fees, with administration recommending that these remain constant. Transportation fee policy and the benefits of providing free transportation were reviewed. The board also addressed the withdrawal process for a cooperative special education agreement, conducted a comprehensive review of board agreements including communication and meeting procedures, and established a timeline for the superintendent's evaluation. Upcoming meetings for bid approvals and inter-district collaborations were also outlined.