Newaygo Public School District

The Board of Education meeting covered student recognition through an early graduation diploma presentation, an elementary school outdoor play club update, and a presentation on potential energy savings via solar panels. Personnel actions included documenting several resignations and retirements, as well as approving various coaching and athletic staff hiring recommendations. Additionally, the Board approved budget amendments for the General Fund and Food Service Fund, the purchase of new curriculum materials, and a senior class trip. Discussions were also held regarding the process for filling an open board seat, and the local Police Chief introduced the new school resource officer.

The board discussed several items, including a student leadership retreat presentation, personnel changes (resignations, retirements, and terminations), and a financial and budget update including the status of 31aa funds, bond sales, and the non-homestead millage renewal. Additionally, the board considered policies regarding hunting on district property, the schools of choice window, and a solar energy project. Formal actions included the approval of a summer band camp, various NEOLA spring policy updates, revisions to the animals on district property policy, and the approval of bond bids for middle school boilers and the awarding of bonds to Robert W. Baird & Company Inc.

The board held interviews for seven candidates for a vacant board position. Following candidate deliberations and discussions, the board conducted several rounds of nominations and voting, ultimately resulting in the appointment of John Bull to fill the board member vacancy for the term ending December 31, 2026.

The Board of Education meeting included several recognitions, including a School Resource Officer, updates on the High School's Unified Basketball Team, and a presentation on an upcoming suicide prevention walk. Personnel actions were addressed, including resignations, retirements, and the hiring of various staff positions such as a football coach, teachers, and a counselor. The Board received informational updates regarding district finances and student data. Furthermore, the Board approved the ORS Salary Schedule for non-union administrative and exempt employees and authorized technology bond bid approvals. A closed session was held for attorney-client privileged communication before the meeting adjourned.

The board meeting included student recognition for early graduation and presentations regarding an elementary school outdoor play club and potential solar energy savings. The board reviewed personnel updates, including various resignations and the hiring of several coaches and a facilities manager. Financial actions included a budget update and the approval of amendments to the Food Service and General Fund budgets. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of new curriculum materials, authorized a senior class trip, discussed the process for filling an open board seat, and received an introduction for the new school resource officer. A motion regarding the nonrenewal of the transportation director's contract failed to pass.