Kalkaska Public Schools

The meeting featured student recognition for trail cleanup efforts and a presentation from the Rapid City Elementary Dean of Students. The Superintendent provided updates on the Teach!Michigan program, graduation logistics, staff appreciation events, and snow day makeup adjustments. The Board discussed and approved the Rapid City restructure proposal and a separation agreement with an employee. Additionally, the Board entered a closed session to address attorney-client privileged information.

The board meeting agenda includes the payment of various district fund bills, hiring of new staff, and a presentation on teacher tenure. The Superintendent will provide updates on the Teach!Michigan EmpowEd Weekend, graduation arrangements, and various operational updates including food service and facilities. Discussion and action items include the ISD General Fund annual resolution, various non-union and superintendent contract extensions, teacher tenure acceptance, MHSAA membership resolution, inter-district cooperative open enrollment agreement, and approval of the annual L-4029 form.

The board meeting included student and staff recognition, a superintendent update covering graduation preparations and school tours, and various discussion items such as brand style guidelines, fund disbursements, athletic trips, construction updates, and food service. Action items approved by the board included the adoption of the brand style guide, authorization for the disbursement of 27l funds to employees, approval for an overnight volleyball athletic trip, and an executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged information.

The agenda includes student and staff recognition, a presentation from Rapid City Elementary, and a comprehensive superintendent update covering school programs, graduation reminders, and administrative matters. Discussion and action items involve a proposal for Rapid City restructure, building level reports, and a closed session to address attorney-client privileged information. Additionally, the meeting addresses resignations and retirements of various staff members and the payment of fund bills.

The board meeting included the naming of the Kalkaska Softball Complex, the hiring of various ancillary and coaching staff, and a student and staff recognition segment. The Superintendent provided updates regarding MASB awards, bus driver staffing, a teacher retreat, follow-up reports on DSIC, attendance policy changes, planning for the upcoming school year, and special education initiatives. Additionally, the board held discussions and took action on the acceptance of the 2024-2025 financial audit and approved 2025-2026 General Fund budget amendments. Several resignations and retirements were also noted.