Oregon School District

The committee held a discussion regarding the design update for the Splash Pad project.

The Committee discussed the revision of Policy 770 regarding staff-student communication, with plans to bring a revised draft for approval at a future Board meeting. Additionally, the committee reviewed future business items including the 2026-27 Employee Handbook, employee travel, online learning, and student fundraising policies.

The board and district office administrators conducted a workshop focused on visioning and strategic planning for the upcoming school year. Discussion topics included updates to district priorities, the establishment of communication protocols, and the identification of strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of board governance.

The board meeting focused on several key administrative and operational items. Discussions included the preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 school year, adjustments to open enrollment spaces, and the cancellation of a future board meeting. The board also received updates regarding strategic planning, teaching and learning initiatives, federal and state legislative changes, and conducted a work session on a splash pad project. Additionally, the board entered a closed session to discuss the negotiation of a School Resource Officer agreement for the upcoming school year.

The Policy Committee meeting involved the approval of changes to the employee post-retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement benefits, including the establishment of a minimum age requirement. The committee also discussed and approved revisions to Policy 611 regarding financial matters. Furthermore, the meeting included the review and presentation of Policy 770, which outlines standards for professional boundaries, appropriate communication methods between staff and students, reporting obligations, and requirements for annual training on identifying and preventing grooming behaviors.