Wes Blazzard

The board meeting included discussions on holiday events, sub for Santa, director reports, cyber security, and fee proposals. The cyber security report highlighted the use of CIS controls to protect the school district from cyber attacks, focusing on prioritized actions and ongoing improvements. Fee proposals were presented, including adjustments based on extended hours and the addition of new membership passes.

The meeting included discussions about the senior dinner proposals, with Olive Garden being the preferred choice. There was also a discussion regarding the budget for the senior dinner. Updates were provided on the FCCLA club's fundraising efforts for Sadie Hawkins, and the upcoming Veterans Day assembly. A director's report included updates on transportation, staffing, ridership, bus routes, and safety measures. The implementation of bus route software with tablets was highlighted, along with the completion of emergency evacuation drills and various extracurricular trips.

The board discussed enrollment numbers, which show a declining trend in the district, and the implications for staffing. They also talked about open enrollment data and the criteria for denying applications, as well as whether to declare schools open or closed for enrollment. Other topics included the calendar for the upcoming years, free and reduced lunch percentages, and capital budget priorities for the next year, focusing on aesthetics and facility improvements.

The board meeting included discussions and updates on master planning, including the high school fire crisis suppression system, CT lab, middle school doors, elementary boilers, gristmill house renovation, and softball field. There were adjustments to the softball field lighting due to budget constraints and power availability. The curriculum report covered the selection and review of instructional materials, guaranteeing high-quality tier one instruction, K-12 alignment, planning for mastery of core standards, and planning intentionally for student engagement.

The board discussed joining a class action lawsuit against social media platforms targeting kids, following a recommendation from their attorney. A procedural update was given on procedure 4006 regarding grade retention and advancement requests. The food services director provided an update, including information on Farm to School month, meal statistics, and changes to community eligibility provisions. The transportation director reported on the upcoming state report, driver training, and new hires. The board also discussed an agreement for an affordable housing project with Habitat for Humanity, with a timeline for infrastructure work planned for the summer of 2024.