West Allis-West Milwaukee School District

The board conducted elections for officers, including president, vice president, treasurer, clerk, and secretary. The meeting included the superintendent's report, which featured student representative updates on teacher appreciation week, academic awards, a multicultural talent show, and recent safety initiatives. The board also received a presentation on school design challenges and educational practices from staff at Lane Intermediate, highlighting student collaboration and the integration of sustainability goals.

The board meeting covered several topics, including student project presentations using the HeadRush platform, legislative updates concerning open enrollment and student restraint guidelines, and school district recognitions for high school students' achievements in music and academics. Additionally, the board reviewed the Athletic Hall of Fame inductees for 2020, discussed the board calendar, and reviewed a request for an international field trip to Argentina for Spanish students.

The board discussed potential improvements to district safety and security, including student locker usage, the feasibility of clear backpacks, extending passing periods, and the implementation of student identification requirements. Additionally, the presentation covered feedback from staff, students, and parents regarding these measures and addressed the use of metal detection equipment for large events.

The board meeting included a public comment session where parents expressed concerns regarding the integration of standardized test scores into classroom grading practices at General Mitchell School, questioning consistency and communication. The meeting also featured a school showcase from West Milwaukee Intermediate School, highlighting academic achievement, diverse student population, various student clubs, PTSA engagement, music programs, and the implementation of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS). The presentation emphasized the school's efforts to enhance student connectedness, student-led initiatives, and strategies for managing exclusionary discipline.

The meeting featured an Irving Elementary student showcase highlighting effective layered support models for students, including co-teaching and co-planning strategies, as well as the successful continuous improvement efforts for students with disabilities. Discussions also covered the school district's multilingual learner program and current student data usage for instructional grouping. Additionally, the Superintendent addressed public comments regarding a potential RFP for an action program, emphasizing the importance of transparency and communication in exploring options to enhance service delivery for students.