Dundee Community Schools

The board meeting included several administrative updates from school principals, including reports on testing schedules, upcoming events, and facilities improvements. Financial matters were addressed, including the status of budget legislation. Key actions included the approval of the school calendar for the upcoming academic year, authorization for high school boiler replacement and commissioning, updates to reproductive health curriculum materials, and approval of a stipend for grant management activities. Additionally, the board approved an adjusted salary for the Business Manager and authorized a choir field trip. Discussion also covered transportation challenges and a closed session regarding negotiations.

The board received a presentation from Auxilio regarding transportation improvements and staff management. Various administrators provided updates, including staff appreciation initiatives, status reports on state and local testing, upcoming graduation events, summer school planning, and professional development sessions. New business included the approval of a new bank account with MILAF to secure better interest rates, the adoption of the MCISD budget resolution, and the approval of the two-year contract for the Dundee Education Association. Additionally, the superintendent provided updates on technology funding and new communication applications, while board members discussed concerns regarding student support and anti-bullying training.

The meeting included reports from various school building administrations covering curriculum updates, testing schedules, and upcoming events. The Board approved the general fund operational and internal accounts invoices, as well as several personnel resignations and retirements. New business items included the approval of a student trip to Washington D.C., the replacement of a High School gym air handler controller, and the adoption of the Schools of Choice Resolution for the Monroe County program. Additionally, the Board voted to support the Monroe County Educational Technology Millage Renewal, authorized a network electronics proposal to improve power outage resilience and cabling, and approved a two-year cooperative agreement for the HS Girls Swim and Dive program. The meeting concluded with discussions on teacher negotiations and school funding concerns, followed by an executive session for negotiations.

The meeting included monthly updates from each building administrator and a presentation on state assessment testing data results. Key new business items involved the approval of updated plans for the construction of a wrestling barn, with Phase 1 focusing on purchasing materials for ground breaking within 3-4 weeks, and the approval for the purchase of food service equipment not to exceed $8,895.88. The Superintendent provided updates regarding efforts to secure bus drivers, an upcoming board workshop, the anticipated announcement of the Governor's budget, and the status of forgiveness for three snow days. The board entered and exited a closed session to discuss negotiations and a complaint made against a board member.

The Board recognized the Dundee High School Cheerleaders for receiving a grant. Administration reports included an update on the mold situation. The board discussed the need for an athletic trainer after the previous contract was cancelled due to staffing issues. A site assessment recommendation was approved, to be paid for with grant monies. The resignation of an Elementary Lunch/Recess ParaProfessional was accepted. Updates were provided on the 5th graders utilizing the Middle School pool for PE, the sale of district buses for scrap, and improvements to the HVAC system. The superintendent noted staffing satisfaction, including mental health positions, and discussed the status of Free & Reduced Lunch approval. The meeting moved into a closed session for student discipline.