South Milwaukee School District

The meeting involved the Superintendent's report, which included updates on community educational projects, student and staff recognitions, and athletic accomplishments. Key administrative actions included the approval of bills, staffing changes (new hires, resignations, and retirements), a shared services agreement for athletics, the selection of a preferred vendor for classroom furniture, and approval for door replacement at an elementary school. Furthermore, the Board approved a middle school schedule revision, the adoption of a middle school math resource, and the 2026-27 staffing plan. Additionally, the Board discussed and approved new hours of operation and policies for the fitness center and walking track, following public comment on the matter.

The board meeting covered several key discussion topics, including updates on winter progress assessment data, the annual wellness fair, and nutrition information regarding the district's breakfast program. Public comments addressed the hours for the fitness center and walking track. The Board approved various consent agenda items, such as bills for payment, staff resignations and retirements, and revised policies regarding student counseling, attendance, and transportation. Other actions included the approval of an Other Post Employment Benefit (OPEB) revision, the first reading of a revised policy on student representatives, and a discussion regarding the process for responding to emails related to Board business. The Board also moved into a closed session to discuss property, investment, and personnel matters.

The special board meeting included a closed session to deliberate and negotiate the purchasing of public properties and the investing of public funds, specifically to confer with legal counsel regarding potentially purchasing property and related agreements. Following the closed session, the Board returned to open session. Key action taken was the approval of the Notice of Termination for the Preliminary Agreement and the 66.0301 Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement concerning the ownership and development of a facility for community programs and services. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

The meeting included Superintendent updates regarding conference presentations, interim assessment growth, and a temporary school closure due to extreme cold. During public comments, the Board heard from twenty-two residents regarding a potential community recreation center. The consent agenda was approved, covering staff hiring for two Middle School ELA and Science teachers, approval of bills for payment totaling $2,038,219.78, approval of donations amounting to $12,943.80, and the second reading of several revised policies concerning student fundraising and promotional materials. Key discussion items included tabling the Other Post Employment Benefit (OPEB) Revision Approval. The Board also approved the first reading of revised policies related to the School Counseling Program, Student Entrance Age, Student Attendance, and Student Transportation. Furthermore, the Board received safety updates concerning the schools, fitness center, and track, and reviewed the facility report for the potential community recreation center. The Board approved the 2026-2027 Open Enrollment seats, resulting in 83 new general education seats across various grades, though no new special education seats were approved. The meeting concluded with the Board moving into a closed session to discuss negotiations related to teachers, secretaries, and paraprofessionals.

The Superintendent's Report highlighted the district receiving the Level 3 Pacesetter Award from the WI DPI, recognition of the Rawson 2nd grade team in WASB's School News, and updates on the six candidates running for the school board in April. The report also mentioned ongoing pilots for new elementary and middle school math and ELA resources, with recommendations expected in May, and congratulated student athletes on recent wrestling and basketball achievements. Public comments focused on a potential community center. Key actions taken included the approval of the agenda, bills for payment totaling $3,446,533.72, approval of staffing changes including several retirements and resignations, approval of the E.W. Luther Gym Renovations Bid, and approval of 2026-28 Administrative Contracts. The Board also conducted the first reading and subsequent approval of revised policies concerning student fundraising, solicitations, and advertising. Discussions were held regarding the School Board Student Representative Policy, the update on the Potential Community Recreation Center, and feedback on WASB resolutions.