Timothy Messier

The board conducted interviews with two principal candidates for the school. Following the interviews, the board held an executive session to discuss the candidates and subsequently voted to offer a two-year contract for the principal position to Kimberley Lesny. Additionally, the board discussed plans for a retirement party for the current principal and arrangements for staff appreciation.

The agenda for this special meeting includes a call to order, approval of the agenda, and a period for public comment. The primary business involves an interview with principal candidate(s), with potential for discussion, action, and an executive session. Time is also allotted for other business matters.

The board meeting focused on the approval of fiscal year 2027 pay increases for non-represented staff, including a two dollar per hour or 6.5 percent increase for hourly staff and a 4.5 percent increase for exempt salaried staff, which align with previously adopted budget standards.

The board discussed and approved a capital reserve fund request for air conditioning, dehumidification, and building maintenance. The principal's report covered student achievements, upcoming events, and enrollment projections, leading to a decision to advertise for a third kindergarten teacher position for the upcoming school year. The central office provided updates on staff recruitment, legislative proposals regarding school redistricting, and fiscal projections for the next fiscal year. Additionally, the board decided to nominate the facilities director for an award from the state facilities association.

The board discussed and authorized funding for E-Rate Category 2 network infrastructure upgrades, including contract approval for Resilient Networks and allocation from the capital reserve fund. The board awarded the FY2027 tax revenue anticipation note to Union Bank. Other topics included a transition update for the incoming principal, the principal's report covering school events, staffing adjustments, and a new student service project, as well as a central office report regarding budget projections, preschool registration trends, and legislative updates on school consolidation.