Washington Township School District

This document outlines the Board Goals for the 2023-2024 school year, focusing on maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all stakeholders. Key priorities include ensuring fiscal responsibility through optimized budget allocation and transparency, and recruiting, retaining, and empowering employees. Additionally, the plan emphasizes supporting staff in data analysis to identify and address achievement gaps, ultimately aiming to increase academic achievement and student performance.

The Board of Education meeting focused on several key items, including a review of student registration data, personnel resignations, and the acceptance of various co-curricular recommendations and transportation employee appointments. The Board approved the 2018-2019 school district budget, capital projects, and various contracts for professional services including social work, occupational therapy, and bullying prevention programs. Discussions also touched on the update of Board policies, public concerns regarding budget adjustments and capital projects, and the transparency of superintendent contracts. Additionally, the Board moved to acknowledge Eagle Scouts and Gold Star Girl Scouts at future meetings and committed to posting meeting minutes on the district website.

The board discussed a variety of operational and educational topics, including school security updates, student registration and data technology reporting, and the approval of student privileges and equity plan documentation. The committee also covered policies on harassment, intimidation, and bullying, reviewed student activity placements for out-of-district and charter schools, and processed various human resources items including personnel resignations and appointments. Financial items reviewed included budget reports, tax requisitions, contract renewals for auditing and interpretation services, and various service bids. Additionally, the board reviewed the district strategic plan, discussed mindfulness training initiatives, and heard public comments regarding summer assignments.

The Board of Education is convening a special meeting for the purpose of discussing and approving a personnel recommendation and to conduct a budget retreat. Official action may be taken on items presented during the session.

The Board discussed the implementation of public-private partnerships, specifically regarding a proposed health academy, and reviewed the district's 'Future-Ready' status. Key presentations included performances by middle school choral ensembles and an overview of new athletic facility technology. The Board accepted various HIB reports, curriculum and professional development plans, and policy updates, including home instruction and petty cash policies. Financial business included the approval of district tax requisitions, bill lists, and contract renewals. Human resources actions, including retirements, resignations, and new appointments, were also finalized. Additionally, the Board explored the feasibility of conducting surveys for middle school before- and after-school programs and requested periodic financial efficiency reports.