001It is May 11. Welcome to the Oakwood School District regular board meeting. So, >> Miss Dorenza >> here, >> Miss Mr. Ryder >> here, >> Mr. Wilson >> here, >> Dr. Can you please join me to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands one nation under God indivisible with liberty and justice for all motion to adopt the agenda. Miss Dorenza, >> I miss >> Mr. Garcia. >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Dr. Can I get a motion to approve the minutes from the last meeting and >> Mr. Garcia? >> Hi, >> Miss Guad. >> Hi, >> Miss D. Lorenzo. >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Dr. Okay, that brings us to item two reports and public superend. >> Yes, I'm going to go
002ahead and stand over at the podium. >> Okay, good evening everybody. Um, you know, May is a busy time. We know that with all the different uh student events that occur, academics, performances. You're going to hear a little bit about some academic uh things that happen in a little bit. But everything that I think that we talk about all comes from our amazing staff. I mean, our kids are doing all the things that we see and watch, but we've got a lot of staff members that do a lot of things behind the scenes. And we've got some that have been here a long time that have invested many, many years and done some amazing things for our students, um our staff, and our community. and uh they've left the impression they'll they'll be here for
003a lifetime. Um I can say that I'm in my third year now and um hearing the stories about not just some of our staff members but specifically a lot of the ones that are are are u going to be retiring at the end of this year and and you just wonder like what's going to happen to Oakland later. And we know we've got amazing teachers that are coming in in the ranks uh at the same time. It is a special time for us to honor our our staff members that are retiring. And so what's going to happen is I'll for our board members to stand up in front of the tables. Uh so they would do that right now and then one at a time uh I'll call your name uh and the staff member
004would kind of exit on that side to shake hands with every board member and then come join me up here so I can kind of talk a little bit brag a little bit about you and then I'm going to be gifting you a clock uh that we have for you uh for you to take home with you. It's a time piece to remember the time that you spent. So the first one is Kathy McCree. This is for you, Kathy. Do not drop it to you. It's official. I gave it to you. So, uh, Kathy, after two decades of inspiring young learners, uh, as a Lang School kindergarten teacher, we're proud to celebrate alongside with you retirement. Um, as a colleague, Jay Lynch, who's actually here in the audience, shared, "Kathy has been an inspiring teacher,
005valued teammate, and a dear friend. Lang School will truly miss her." Erica Davis added that Kathy strengthened the school community in countless ways, teaching not just academics but kindness and respect that students carry with them long after kindergarten. And then principal Jennifer Keys reflected on the structured joyful environment that you created where even a sunny day meant dancing to walking on sunshine and building a true classroom community. Your legacy is one of heart, high expectations, and meaningful connections. Uh you'll be deeply missed. We know by our students, staff, and our families. We wish you the best of luck. This is what was said about Elaine. She uh joined the Smith Elementary staff in 2019 as a library media specialist and quickly became a champion for literacy, helping every child discover the joy of reading. As
006Amber Perro, our school counselor, shared, Elaine has a special gift for connecting readers with the perfect book, inspiring both reluctant and passionate readers alike. Her principal, Cassie Shock, noted her infectious love of literature and her dedication to supporting both students and staff. Amy Mullins, the art teacher, added that made every student feel seen and capable. Finally, Emmy King reflected on Elaine's genuine care, humor, and unwavering support for both students and colleagues. Lane, your impact on with Smith student, staff, and a culture of reading will be felt for years to come. You will be truly missed. We wish you the best of luck in retirement. Congratulations. Next is Karen Stevens. Sorry, I got caught up looking at her nails. schools. Uh she has been with Oakwood since 2021 as an occupational therapist and has played an
007essential role in helping students develop the skills they need to succeed both in and beyond the classroom. Her expertise was widely respected and colleagues often turn to her for insight and guidance when supporting students. She approached her work with compassion, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit, building strong connections with students and staff alike. Carrying your steady presence and commitment to student growth has left a lasting mark on our schools. We wish you the best of luck in retirement and Patty Raymond. Take your time. >> Since joining Harman in 2006, Patty has been a dedicated and hardworking educator who consistently goes beyond for her students and colleagues. She created a classroom filled with high expectations and joy, often bringing learning to life in fun, memorable ways. Colleagues shared that Patty was not only an exceptional teacher, but
008also a supportive mentor and friends who brought humor, encouragement, and wisdom to those around her. Her care for students extended beyond the classroom through efforts like the Crochet Club and supporting the Harmon PTO, always giving her time and talents to strengthen the school community. Patty's impact will be felt for years to come, and she'll be also greatly missed. We wish you the best of luck. >> And then next is Brian Ellis. Brian Ellis began his career with open schools in 1994 as an intervention specialist serving both the high school and the junior high with dedication for decades. Throughout his career, he has been known for his patience, kindness, and unwavering commitment to the students. Colleagues shared that Brian consistently made a meaningful difference in the lives of students and created positive, welcoming learning environments. He
009also is is a supportive teammate who helps new staff feel at home and brings positivity and humor into daily school life, making learning more engaging for both students and staff. Brian, your impact on open schools is lasting and you'll be greatly missed. We wish you a joyful retirement. And last but not least, John Fisk. Okay, join us in celebrating the retirement of Joan Fisk. She began her time at open schools in 2012 as a pair professional and later served as the Smith Elementary administrative assistant where she's become a cornerstone of the school community. Colleagues shared that Joan's kindness, patience, and dedication to students and families were evident in everything she did. She was known for being going above and beyond to support others, often working behind the scenes, to keep the school running smoothly while
010ensuring that every student felt seen and valued. Her warmth, sense of humor, and thoughtful touches, big and small, leave a lasting impression on those around her. Joan, your presence at Smith will be greatly missed, and your impact will be remembered for years to come. Congratulations. So, we always joke that um I I people may think that I get a cut of graater ice cream uh from working there, but um I'm going to let uh those that uh we we just uh awarded recognition and their families and friends, you can stay if you want to stay at the board meeting or I'll give you the option to leave and celebrate into the evening if you would like. I won't be offended. Um, I'll go ahead and transition. You can do that. It's okay. If you like
011to board members can take a seat for now. We'll have you back up in a little bit. We'll give you a little break. Um, next I'd like to invite up uh Stephanie Smith. She is going to come up to the podium in a little bit. We will be later on in the um board agenda. I'll be recommending her to be the administrative assistant at Lang Elementary School. She has hit the ground running. Um just really diving into a lot of things that are happening over there and just appreciate the hard work that that she's put into play. She's got family here with kids and lots of things going on. And so we thought we'd move her up in the agenda just to say a few words just about her time so far at at length.
012you want to come up and just say a little bit. >> Hi. Um, I'm just very excited and honored to actually finally be like official official member of the school community. Um, it's one of my goals I've had for a while. I've been stuck for the last five years. Um, it's been a little bit of a whirlwind since I started here recently. Just learn as fast as I can. But I love um the team at Lang and the principal at Lang and it's been very supportive as I'm just trying to learn and keep everything. So, thank you so much. >> I guess I guess tonight if you don't want to go to Raiders, there is some treats back there, but I'll also give you the gift to to head out into the evening if you'd
013like or you can if you'd like also. Uh, at this time I'd like to in invite up um the I guess advisor coach to our quiz bowl, Ian Ken, uh, who will be sharing some information and and hitting out some certificates for our students who did a wonderful job. I'm not going to steal any thunder, but board members, your workout, I'm going to have you come back up to the the front of the tables uh, as you congratulate the kids. Students, if you'll actually head over to to kind of the lockers over there, go ahead. All of you go and then you can decide you want to bring one at a time. Call your name up. >> Hi everyone. My name is Ian Callum and I am a high school math teacher at Oakwood and
014I also have coached quiz bowl uh for about the last eight years, last four years at the high school level. Uh tonight we are recognizing the high school varsity quiz bowl team which qualified for the state tournaments this year. Uh last year was the first time that quiz bowl qualified for the state tournament in over 20 years. Uh it is difficult to qualify for state because you have to finish in the top two of the region or get a wild card spot. So we had a lot of near misses. Um last year we finished third and we got that wild card spot. So it's very exciting. We had a lot of our team back this year. Um despite having u the second place Yeah. second place and third place team in the state in our
015region. We finished second upsetting little Miami in a very exciting one-point victory uh that we hosted here at Oakland a few weeks ago which qualified us for the state tournament. We entered um the division 2 state tournaments and uh we finished in second place narrowly losing to Indian Hill despite beating them earlier in the day and earlier this season. Um but uh proud of the whole team. Uh they worked really hard. If you're not familiar with quiz bowl, it's essentially like four versus four Jeopardy. You have um questions on different categories like literature and science and math and fine arts. There are different rounds in there, but our team has battle hard all year and um wanted to recognize their contributions tonight. So, I'm going to go ahead and call some people down and have
016them shake the board members hands and we'll give them this nice little certificates uh up here. So, first name I like to call is one of my senior captains and longtime varsity player, Matthew Drummond to be here, which is sad because for the last few years he's been um our our team's top player and has spent a lot of time getting better at quiz. So, we'll have to do that another time. Uh, I'd like to recognize our other senior captain, Ty Fischer. >> Congratulations. >> Next, like to recognize Anna Weaver. do not see Harry Jen out there, but he's been a valuable member of our varsity team as well. So, let's give him a round of applause. Next up is Amelia Butler. also survived the AP calculus exam today. So, next up we have Alec
017Chowski. Next up, we have Evan Simpson. And then finally we have Amade Velasquez. Um just a few word final words. Um many of you students I've worked with for four or five years even at the junior high level quiz bowl. Uh we have five graduating seniors. Uh it's been an honor and a privilege uh to coach them and to just be interact with them and I know they've had a lot of fun being around each other and um just doing some trivia and it's been a great time. So we're going to miss all our seniors and um we wish you all the best. Great job everybody. Hi everybody. anything. You've probably got exams to be studying for and other things. So, if you'd like to get get to the next uh study session, feel free
018to do that. Um and and I'd be remiss if I didn't give you a shout out again. I've got a chance to see about two or three different meets and spend state championship with him. And uh he's a class act as far as how his demeanor is with uh his approach for the kids both academically but also sometimes you're you're like your shrink and you have to you know know what triggers to calm them down and keep them focused and and not stressed and that sort of thing and he has a right temperament for it and I just appreciate his hard work. So thank you. Thank you >> Mr. Ken your kids. There is some treats over here. Yes. >> Um I'm I'm uh calling it audible. I I did not see uh we have
019another staff member who'll be uh I'll be recommending a little bit uh that that is in the audience and I'd like to welcome her to the podium in a little bit just to say a few words. I know I'm catching you off guard, but Andrea Dickers Klein is here. She um is um uh with your approval be our educational aid at Smith Elementary School. um just phenomenal person. I've heard great great things about in the interview process and have known her for a little while and just appreciate her heart and and uh appreciate the work that she's going to be doing. Just go to the podium. I know we didn't practice this just to share anything uh and just for a little bit. I know you haven't started yet, but we just want to give
020that opportunity for you. >> Sure. >> Um I'm Annie Klene. I've been subbing at Smith. Both my girls went through Smith. I'm really excited to join the staff. Um, I was a classroom teacher 25 years ago. Um, so this was my chance to kind of dip my toe back in the water and I'm really excited to be with Smith. So, thank you. >> Perfect. >> Yes. I don't know where that's going. The office or something. So, feel free. Um at this time uh we we have a great partnership Oakwood uh schools does with the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition and uh so uh as part of what we do each year there's an annual report that's given and so Kate Mansky is here and he's going to come to the podium and and just share an annual
021report update with all of us. >> Thank you. Boy, I'm glad you sent all those people away. always. But uh anyway, yeah, thanks so much. I'm Kensky. I'm the chair of the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition. Um we are just really grateful for our partnership with Oakwood schools. Um we try to do a lot of educational events throughout the year, but I mostly want to focus on things ways that we engage with the schools and the school community um for right now. So I wanted to talk first uh one of our events that we planned and put together last year was um a discussion panel with uh local people and families who use service dogs. Um and we we had a couple of adults that we knew who use service dogs. We want to bring them in
022and just, you know, give the community a chance to answer questions and and to give them a chance to share, you know, maybe some insights that people hadn't thought of, but we also really wanted to get the families perspective, meaning like the families of kids who use circus dogs. Um because we heard anecdotally that um When a child is allowed to bring a service dog with them, it's not just good for the child, it's good for the parents, too, and for their siblings also because when you go out in public, you can stay longer. You can feel more relaxed when you're out there. So, it really has benefits across the whole family. We didn't know any kids who use service dogs. So, I asked Mrs. Fiori and Mrs. Samoski if they had any recommendations and
023they were able to um reach out to some families, give them my contact information, let them contact me if they wanted to do it. And we actually got a couple of families to participate in So, we're really grateful for their help on that. Um, let's see. One of the coolest things that I thought we did this year, we don't actually get too many chances to to interact with kids um outside of like big public events like that day in May and the Pride Picnic and stuff, but um we actually got to do one activity at the schools, which was Carmen school curriculum night. Um Lauren Qualls invited us to come to that, invite a whole bunch of community organizations to come and give out brochures and and do uh you know, talk about their and
024and they can offer to the community. Um so we thought well like the kids don't want our brochures, right? But so we thought let's do a um community art project and I brought the results um for you guys to see. We just wrote at the top what does welcome mean to you? And then the kids did all the rest of this. Um so you can see they've got a couple times on here we've got the three Rs. So that's really sinking in. They're remembering it even when they've gone home from school for the evening. Um and we have just really great uh ideas from uh from a kids perspective like um be nice to others on the playground. Um say hello to people you do not know and make them smile. Celebrating others for who
025they are. Um you know ask people to play with you. Say this is a little kid saying hello what is your name? Um you know I just I I really enjoyed getting to do that and um really appreciate the invitation to come and be part of curriculum night for the first time. So I hope I hope that continues. Um let's see what else. Uh our next big upcoming event is called the longest table. Um it's a free community potluck dinner uh at a very long outdoor table. We're going to shut down the street um like a giant block party. It's basically a block party for the whole city, right? And the idea is we'll have some like icebreaker questions printed out. You just get to know people that maybe you've seen driving by or live
026right down the street from you, but you've never had a chance to talk to them and help kind of help people connect across across generation gaps, across um you know, different phases of life or kids versus no kids or stay-at-home parents versus working full-time. Um, you know, connect with people that maybe you just wouldn't run into otherwise. Um, and the cool thing about that is it's going to be right out here outside the high school between the school and the stadium um on Thursday, June 4th, starting at 5:30. Um, so we're going to set up tables and chairs and um Dr. Gupta has graciously uh given us permission to uh open up the um MC common stadium bathrooms which would be really helpful I think for people to be able to stay longer, feel more
027comfortable. Um we're going to have some toys out there for kids so they can kind of play on the floor and then go wash their hands before they eat. You know how it is. Um and uh as another part of that um we have been able to recruit some volunteers from the National Honor Society um through Mrs. Ostic. Um so some of the some of the um high school kids are going to be helping us out with that too. So um yeah, we're just you know we're really grateful for the connection uh that we have with the schools and um for the relationship that helps us to serve the community better. So thank you very much. >> Yes. Thanks for sharing. We appreciate it. Next, I'd like to share that last month, uh, for some
028reason, uh, I a representative from the Ohio Department of Education workforce, uh, provided us with a banner. I'll I'll share it with you real quick, show it to you. Um, and this is for us receiving the five-star award on the state report card. Um it's not breaking news because we received the the announcement in the fall and for some reason we just got the banner today or last month. Uh but I thought I would just kind of share that with you um as just kind of another accolade to the hard work of our students and our staff. >> And uh next I'd like to share a master facility plan update with you. I'd like to ask our business manager friend Eaton to the podium. uh just to share uh some introductions on some recent uh
029partnerships that we've acquired. All right. Uh thank you. Um so as you guys know uh we are in the midst of um moving forward with our master facility project at both Harvard and Smith. Part of that u the last couple months we've been working on procurement of our team. Uh so we have some members of our uh construction and design team uh here and they're going to pop up and kind of introduce themselves a little bit to you. Uh so first I'm going to have Mark Richley with Richie Architects. >> Thank you Frank. Um I'm Mark Richley and you probably know my brother Mike Richley better. He he lived in Oakwood for 25 years. three of his uh children graduated from here and he's not here today because his oldest uh son John just graduated
030from Westmont in California. So anyway, uh I just want to say on behalf of Mike and myself, Richley Architects is super excited to be here. Um we're not a stranger to Oakwood. We were hired in 2002, so we go way back as well. At that time it was Dr. Judy Hennessy. Uh we did a master in completed the additions to uh Smith and Harmon. Uh did two other master plans and then the most recent addition is the space we're sitting in. We did the performing arts center which was completed in 2024. So uh on behalf of Rich Architects, we're really excited and look forward to uh designing these buildings and renovations with you. So thank you. All right. And as Mark stated, we have a long-standing relationship with uh Richie Architects and we're excited to
031have them on the team. Uh and then on the opposite end of the spectrum, um our first opportunity to work with Construction. Uh we're very excited about that. Uh they have a great name, a great brand, a great reputation. Um we've talked to a lot of other school districts that have worked with them uh and have nothing but So excited for that. Um so um Mark and his team is in charge of the design and then we construction will be taking charge of the actual implementation and then they both work closely throughout that entire process. So to introduce them uh Tony Villi with construction. >> Well good evening. uh can't tell you how excited our team and the recell organization is to be a part a partner uh in your program, but really truly an
032extension of your staff in the district, right? Because we're going to work together with Mike and Mark and their teams to make sure that we deliver on the promise that you made to the community. Um with us here today, might as well introduce Mike Mancini. He's our vice president of pre-construction. So, he will be the estimating side of what we do and he has that's all he does is K through 12 construction. Uh Matt McManis is our project executive and so he will oversee the operations side which is the construction team that will come in. So they'll be working side by side from design all the way through construction. And then the other guy, Kyle Sers, he's our vice president of uh push button for presentation, >> but business. >> Um but with that, just
033a little bit of history on Relli. Uh we were founded in 1945 by my great-grandfather and grandfather. So we're celebrating 81 years this year. I'm proud to be fourth generation in the company. And uh we've probably in the last two decades built over2 billion dollars worth of schools. So, it's a huge market that we are involved in and so we're excited to bring that expertise to your program and uh looking forward to it and very excited about it. So, thank you. over here. >> Just I want to share just as we look towards the future of our district and provide an update uh to the significant milestone. It really did take a lot of work uh even to get to this point right here, but we feel like we've got the right partners in the
034room for this. Um when we first began discussing the needs for Herman and Smith Elementary Schools based on our communitydriven multifa based process, our focus was primarily uh we thought on a targeted renovation essential updates aimed at maintaining our our buildings. However, the landscape of this project shifted in a very exciting way thanks to co-unded dollars from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission. And since we're now moving forward with complete comprehensive renovations at both of these schools, the project has become a massive undertaking that requires us to be more thoughtful and creative than ever before. So, as a district team, we constantly weigh the long-term benefits of these modern facilities against the immediate needs of our students. Our priority is and will always be the safety of our children and the preservation of a high quality
035learning environment. Because we know that we're looking at total building transformations rather than just targeted repairs, we need to a design path that best supports student learning and safety during the construction. So, we're currently exploring an option for three large modulars to serve an entire elementary school as swing space on the city-owned green space between Smith Elementary and Wright Memorial Library. This would allow construction to occur in an entirely unoccupied building for approximately one school year at each school. Utilizing these modulars will reduce the overall construction duration at each school and approximately 14 months of continuous construction versus 14 months of phase occupied renovation. From a safety and efficiency uh standpoint, this is highly appealing. It would eliminate construction noise during the school day, ensure that utility transitions don't disrupt learning and allow for the
036most seamless management of tasks like asbestous abatement. In addition, the faculty, staff, and students would not have to shift throughout the existing building as phase construction commences. Of course, a move of this trans scale introduces its own sets of questions and concerns. We're already working closely on looking closely at things like lunch services. How would they work? What would the impact be on local traffic? What does parking look like at Smith? How do we manage shared spaces like the gym, library, and art rooms? And um we we know that we'd have to be very thoughtful and mindful about parking students and how they would get to and from school. Um we realize that there will be a cost to renting these modulars during renovations, but eliminating phase construction. We could reduce contractor mobilizations and introduce
037cost and scheduling efficiencies. The efficiencies gained using modulars could result in more competitive subcontractor proposals. In a community like Oakwood, where our footprint is compact and space is at a premium, we recognize that there's no perfect solution. Our goal is to measure every possible path against the safety of our students, the integrity of our learning environment, and the responsibility of our budget. We've had preliminary conversations with key staff from the city of Oakwood and Brook Library. Also had a meeting uh earlier today to discuss the potential of utilizing that space for a temporary school. Uh we're also working hand in hand with architects, engineers, and our construction manager at risk to vet this possibility as well as learning how other school districts have conducted similar renovation work. Again, I want to make sure I say
038this. There's been no no decisions that have been done at this time, but we are looking at the possibility. Um we we believe it's important to share initial thinking now so that our staff and community can be part of the journey from the start. Um we will be sharing some more information the next couple days and um also making sure that we put a survey out to our community to gather questions and feedback things that will help us you know informing a decision and a path forward. Um we recognize the need for that to happen and we want to make sure that we we do that in the right way. Um my final piece that I want to share uh uh as I close out is about property tax reform. Um we recognize that property
039tax burden uh if people are kind of hearing that out there in not just the community but across the state um is a burden of significant growing concern for many homeowners in Ohio. As we shift a changing fiscal landscape, I want to address a statewide proposal to add section 14 to article seven of the Ohio construction, which would entirely abolish taxes on real property. Because property taxes are the single largest source of funding for many Ohio public schools, this initiative represents the most radical potential change in school finance in half a century. To ensure residents have the clearest possible picture of our local reality, I am working in close solidarity with Katie Smitty, the open city manager, and Christy Hail, our director, right library, to provide factual information on how this proposal would impact the
040essential services we rely on daily. The financial reality to Oakwood schools is stark. We estimate that eliminating property taxes would result in an annual operating loss of 26.4 million, which constitutes about 76% of our total revenue. Statewide property taxes generate approximately 24 billion annually for local governments for nearly half of Ohio's school districts. These taxes are the single largest source of revenue. And while property taxes have remained at a stable local source for decades, this proposal offers no transitional replacement plan, creating a clarity gap that makes long-term planning for students nearly impossible. So, I think we need to make sure that we are we are um listening and not kind of, you know, um laughing off that that there isn't a real struggle when it comes to property taxes. We have to admit that that's
041a real thing, a burden for for people. But what we've come to understand as we continue to kind of work with our associations at the state level is without a a viable option of what do you do if that is eliminated, um there hasn't been any proposal that goes along with that. And so, just by saying that there's a burden and let's eliminate it without a viable plan um isn't isn't probably the thing we should be going for. So while no decisions have been made regarding the specific cuts that we would make in a proposal if this proposal becomes law in the future, we must be candid about the potential scope of impact. We're talking about a loss of 76% of our revenue would fundamentally alter our educational experience. We would likely face significant reduction
042in staffing leading to increased class sizes and a loss of specialized academic programs. High value discretionary programs like music, arts, extracurricular activities and athletics would also be vulnerable and we'd lose stable funding required for brick and mortar needs such as roof repairs, HVAC maintenance and critical safety upgrades leading to more deteriorating and higher costs, long-term costs. Again, let me be clear. No decisions have been made that would potentially that we have to potentially adjust to avoid the cut cuts that would take place. We must also grapple the replacement reality. To prevent the collapse of local services, the state would have to pursue massive hikes and other taxes. So, according to the Ohio Office of Budget Management, replacing that 24 billion would require state income tax rates to increase from 11 to 15%, effectively quadrupling the
043current rate or state sales tax rates to sore to 15 to 18%, which would be the highest in the nation. Unlike unlike property taxes, income and sales taxes are highly volatile and they often crash during economic downturns precisely when community and students needs are at their heights. Ultimately, there's no conversation about local control. This is a conversation about local control and the future of our community. For decades, the strategy of Ohio schools have been to reach the 20 mil to ensure a baseline of local support. abolishing the system with shifts significant decisions away from open voters and hand that authority to state legislators in Columbus. Our goal is not to persuade but to provide clarity. Eliminating property taxes without a viable stable replacement plan is a school funding crisis disguised as tax relief. We'll continue
044to share some neutral information uh that's verifiable so that our families can understand how that policy shift could impact our quality of education. Again, I'm working with the city and the library and we're looking at putting out joint information also about what that looks like because again it would also impact our city and and the libraries in addition to the schools. That concludes uh my superintendent report. >> Thank you Dr. Um moving on to item three reports. We have item four budget and finance. Miss Connor I will turn it over to you. Um what you have in front of you is just the monthly financial report for the month of April and everything. Great. Um item five. Is there any unfinished business? >> No. Okay. Any new business? Um and we will move on to
045item seven administrative reports and superintendent recommendations. >> Yes. Thank you. Number seven, letter A is justformational. There's a field trip. Our junior high students are heading to my hometown uh for Power of the Pen. Um so, uh it's the state tournament on May 17th to 18th. Um I looked at all the information. Everything's in order and I wish them the best of luck. Letter B is our 202526 online day learning plan. Um my recommendation is to approve the online day learning plan for the 2526 school year. >> Great. Can I get a motion to approve item uh 7 Second, >> Miss Oops. Miss Dorenzo. >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Miss Kat. >> Hi, >> Mr. Roy Garcia. >> Hi, >> Dr. Middleton. >> Hi. >> Number seven, letter C is our career
046and technical education compact revised. I brought this last month to you. I'm bringing in with a slight revision. So, my recommendation is to approve the revised career and technical education compact for Senator Bill Ketering and the Oakland School District from July 1st, 2026 to June 30th, 2031. >> Can I get a motion to approve item seven, please? >> So move, >> Mr. Wilson. >> I >> Mr. Rder Garcia. >> Hi, >> Mr. Lorenza. >> Hi, >> Miss Quad. >> Hi, >> Dr. Middleton. >> Hi. Number seven, letter D is our adoption of our fall volume 44 number two 2000 number two 2026 board policy update as presented at our last April 6th 2026 board meeting. >> Can I get a motion to approve 7 please? >> Missia Hi >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi >> Dr.
047Middleton. >> Hi Number seven, letter E, is our science resource adoption. I'm recommending um the approval of grades 4 through 12 science resources for the 2627 school year. And you've got a um document with a brief description of materials in the attachment. >> Can I get a motion to approve item 7, please? >> Second. >> Miss Connor, >> Mr. Garcia, >> hi. >> Miss Lorenzo, >> hi. Miss >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Dr. Middleton. >> Hi. >> Um, and moving on is item eight, personnel items, resation. >> This will take number nine, letters A and B under one motion. Letter A is the resignation of Emily King and letter B is the resation of Emily. >> I get a motion to approve items A letter. Number eight, letters A and B. So
048moved. >> Second honor. Miss Lorenzo. >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Miss Miss. >> Hi, >> Mr. Garcia. >> Hi, >> Dr. Benson. >> Hi. >> And up next is item nine, personel items, recommendations. >> I'll take number nine, letters A through U one motion. I'll just read the subject lines. Number uh nine, letter A, employers. Letter B, the employment of Heather Little. Letter C, the transition days for Heather Little. Letter D is the employment of Christopher Grant. Letter E is to employ Stephanie Smith. Letter F is the employment of Lisa Chesman. Letter G is the employment of Emily Cook. Letter H is the employment of Rhonda Dao. Letter I is the employment of Tracy Henry. Letter J is the employment of Andrea Dickerson Klein. Letter K is the employment of Jay Lane.
049Letter L employing seasonal workers. Letter M is the hiring of summer intervention program employees. Letter N is the renewal or sorry is the renew of 202627 certified contracts. Letter O is the renewal of 202627 classified contracts. Letter P is amending the supplementals 202526. Letter Q is the supplemental contracts and volunteers for 2526. Letter R is flexible contracts for 2526. Letter S is the supplemental contracts and volunteers for 2026 27. >> Letter T is the flexible contracts for 2026 27 and letter U are substitutes. >> Great. Can I get a motion to approve item letters A through >> Miss? >> Hi, >> Mr. Garcia. >> Hi, >> Miss Lorenzo. >> Hi, >> Mr. Wilson. >> Hi, >> Dr. Middleton. >> Hi. >> And that brings us to item 10. Um we will enter into executive session
050um for the specific purposes of considering employment employment special discipline promotion demotion or compensation of a public employee or um no action will be taken >> miss >> Mr. Ria >> Mr. Wilson >> hi >> Dr. Thank you everyone for coming. Have a great night.