Todd Lensing

The meeting agenda included standard opening procedures such as the Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance, followed by presentations and celebrations for School Board Recognition Month, including updates on Digital Arts and the SCESD 26-27 Local Service Plan. Old business centered on the Bond Work Update. New business included a discussion regarding the 24-25 Financial Audit. District reports covered Financials (Accounts Payable, Budget/Actuals, and General Ledger Cash Balance), Facilities, Principal updates, and the Superintendent's Report.

The Central Curry School District 1 budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 was prepared according to the Program Budgeting and Accounting Manual. The budget addresses several initiatives, including funding a full-time counselor and elementary teacher for Riley Creek Elementary, funding a full-time district-wide maintenance supervisor, purchasing technology for both schools, providing no-cost breakfasts and lunches for students, and utilizing the Early Literacy Grant to provide a reading specialist at Riley Creek. Bond projects are expected to continue and be completed by the fall of 2025. Challenges include the uncertainty of federal funds, cuts in the general fund, and no wage increases in the budget.

The board meeting included presentations from students on their solar system models and a student council president on student activities. A bond work update was provided, indicating that bids were received and a recommendation was made to award a contract to S+B James Construction. The board reviewed and adopted policies IKF and JHCD with amendments. The meeting also covered the 2023-2024 financial audit, which showed no corrective actions needed. District reports included financial reports, principal reports, and a superintendent report covering enrollment, staff changes, facility issues, and legislative meetings. Finally, key dates and calendar updates were shared, including upcoming district leadership and board meetings.

The board meeting included presentations on the TRIO program and a bond work update, highlighting the transition from planning to active construction. Discussions also covered the 2025-2026 Local Services Plan with SCESD, licensed staff renewal and extension, and policy review regarding suspected sexual conduct with students. The budget calendar was approved, and reports were received from the business manager, principals, and superintendent. The superintendent's report included updates on enrollment, boiler repairs, legislative sessions, and construction planning. Finally, the next board meeting date was set.

The work session focused on a district leadership meeting where staff shared positive notes about the school year, including satisfaction with staff and leadership, plans to retain staff and administration, and the creation of new classes for the junior/senior high school. Discussions also included plans to improve the transition for students from 8th to 9th grade and the upcoming graduation of the senior class.