Eaton Rapids Public School District

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the election of temporary chairperson, President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer of the Board of Education. The Board approved the agenda and personnel recommendations, which included new hires, resignations, and a retirement. Reports covered Superintendent updates such as School Board Recognition Month and the 'Here Comes the Bus' app, as well as discussions on increasing absenteeism and school reconfiguration. The Board established the 2026 Board of Education Committees, focusing on Finance, Communication, Personnel, Curriculum, Sinking Fund/Bond, and Policy. Furthermore, the Board approved the second reading of NEOLA Board Policy updates, authorized the issuance and sale of $18,275,000.00 worth of bonds for Series III funding, and adopted the 2024-2025 school year audit report. A brief discussion was held regarding Discipline hearings and scheduling.

This Annual Education Report (AER) provides key information on the educational progress for Greyhound Central Elementary School for the 2024-25 academic year. The report details student assessment, accountability, and teacher quality, as required by federal and state laws. It also includes information on the school's assignment process for pupils, the status of its 3-5 year school improvement plan, a description of specialized school aspects, curriculum access, aggregate student achievement results, and parent-teacher conference participation rates. The document confirms that the school has not been identified with any 'Targeted Support and Improvement', 'Additional Targeted Support', or 'Comprehensive Support and Improvement' labels under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was approved, followed by a presentation recognizing the Student/Staff of the Month recipients. The consent agenda was approved, which included approvals for previous meeting minutes from January 14, 2026, and January 20, 2026. Key discussion points in the Superintendent's Report included updates on gas pumps, pool repair, Lockwood gym, a salt shortage, and Middle School AP applicants. The President noted snow day decisions, and the Communication Committee Report covered ParentSquare engagement, public communications, School Board Month recognition, and bullying issues. The Sinking Fund Committee Report addressed parking lot status, Series II adjustments, Series III progression, generators, and the Teen Space opening. New business focused on a presentation regarding the Aligning for Success plan at the Middle School, specifically connecting 5th grade initiatives to grades 6-8. The Board convened a closed session for negotiations before adjourning.

The meeting commenced with an amendment to the agenda to move the Student/Staff of the Month recognition to the beginning, followed by the presentation recognizing various students and staff members. A motion was passed to appoint a Member to act as the Board Secretary due to another member's absence. The consent agenda was approved, which included the Treasurer's Report for October 2025 and several personnel recommendations involving new hires, resignations, leaves of absence, and retirements effective in October and November 2025. Reports covered Superintendent updates on the Sinking Fund, RESA Handout, Hometown Christmas Commercial, State of MI Improvement Conference, and Veterans Day recognition, alongside reports from the Curriculum and Personnel Committees. New business involved the approval of a Sponsorship Agreement between ERPS and LAFCU Bank to support athletics. Furthermore, the Board authorized the awarding of Series 3 bids for Stadium Renovations (BP 9) and Middle School Gym Renovations (BP 10) to various contractors, pending final confirmation of contract document requirements.

The regular meeting of the Board of Education included recognizing students and staff of the month. Students Teagan Jones, Ignacio Rebolloso, and Ridge Poufcas were honored.