Monroe Independent School District

The board received a presentation on district literacy initiatives and took action on several personnel matters including new employment, leaves of absence, and resignations or retirements. Approvals were granted for a temporary certified occupational therapy assistant, the establishment of a new school social worker position, and various out-of-state conference attendance requests. Additionally, the board approved a PAC member appointment, the district strategic plan, and the awarding of the bus loop project contract to S & J Asphalt Co.

The board discussed and approved several items, including Board Policy 7217 regarding weapons, various personnel updates, and the establishment of a new GSRP Enrollment Coordinator position along with summer substitute custodial roles. Additionally, contract extensions were granted for central office staff and the Superintendent, and summer services for 2026 were approved. The Monroe Family YMCA food service contract for the Monroe County Middle College was renewed. Reports were provided covering business and administrative services, legal counsel, curriculum and instruction updates, and a comprehensive enrollment and attendance report for special education and early childhood services. The Superintendent provided updates on a baseline environmental assessment and the district's strategic plan.

The Monroe County Intermediate School District's strategic goals are designed to strengthen leadership, empower participation, and drive opportunity to shape collective impact. The plan is structured around four key pillars: enhancing communication and community engagement, supporting a thriving and empowered workforce, providing an engaging and high-quality education for all students, and strengthening safety, technology, and operational performance. The ultimate vision is preparing today's students for tomorrow's world.

The board meeting included the first reading of Board Policy 7217 regarding weapons. Action was taken to approve the establishment and posting of three Local Based Special Education teacher positions and six Local Based Special Education paraprofessional positions for the upcoming school year. The board also passed a resolution in support of the Stormwater Management Plan. Furthermore, a preliminary budget for 2026-2027 was presented, and the superintendent provided a project update regarding the development of the Early Childhood Center. The meeting concluded with a tour of the River Raisin National Battlefield Education Center.

The board reviewed the 2026 Head Start grant submission and a proposed plan for a new Early Childhood Center. Financial actions included approval of 2025-2026 budget amendments and various check registers. Several new positions were approved, including a Director of Safety and Security, school social workers, and various teaching and support roles. Personnel updates, salary increases for Head Start staff, and an annual grant submission were authorized. Additionally, the board approved computer purchases, out-of-state conference requests, summer work schedules, and authorized the purchase of property located at 2400 N. Dixie Highway.