Union City Community Schools

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The board approved a student reintegration plan, the financials for the month ending September 30, 2025, joining a lawsuit against PowerSchool, a change in graduation requirements, and a project by the Union City Rotary to plant maple trees. Updates were provided on a construction project, a Farm Bureau food club, and the possibility of starting an eSports program. The board also scheduled a workshop to discuss a Strategic Action Plan and policy updates.

The board workshop included discussions on Thrun policy updates. These updates are scheduled to be an action item at the November regular meeting.

The meeting included a presentation on a proposed Grand Canyon trip. The board approved financials for the month ending August 31, 2025, and a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of bonds. They approved the removal of Chris Katz as a user of the school credit card and authorized Patrick McKerr, Superintendent, to use the school credit card. Contracts with Christman and C2AE for a construction project were approved. The purchase of the Vocera system was approved, and changes to Policy 5209 were approved with amendments. The student handbooks and high school curriculum guide were also approved. Discussion items included graduation credit requirements and a construction project update. The meeting adjourned to a closed session and then returned to open session.

The Board Workshop included discussions on a successful superintendent transition, with Michael J. Rochholz from MASB working with the board and superintendent to strengthen the superintendent-board relationship.

The meeting included discussions and approvals on various topics such as a petition for reinstatement with modifications, financials for the month ending July 31, 2025, a Millage Levy Resolution, and the retirements of Chris Katz and Kelly AcMoody. The board also approved the purchase of six electric buses, group and individual contracts, a salary schedule, and the superintendent contract for Patrick McKerr. Additionally, the hiring of Rachel Bowers as a Middle School ELA/Social Studies teacher was approved. Discussion items included a building project and a board workshop to discuss superintendent transition.