Kalamazoo Public Schools - June 23, 2025 Board of Education Meeting

Updated about 20 hours ago

In the final meeting for the school year the Board reviews Summer School Programs and approves the Middle School Pilot program. Trustee Scholer-Barber provided an update on the CIS budget meeting, highlighting its alignment with CIS's mission and values.

Chapters

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance (00:00:00)
The meeting was called to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

The Chair called the meeting to order and led the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Agenda (00:00:23)
The agenda was approved by unanimous consent after a motion and a second from the board members.

A motion to accept the agenda was made by Vice Chair McGlynn and seconded by Trustee Schola Barber. The motion was approved unanimously by the board.
Roll Call (00:00:39)
Roll call was taken, confirming the presence of several trustees and Dr. Slade.

Treasurer Murphy conducted roll call, confirming the presence of Trustee Schola Barber, Trustee Murphy, and Dr. Slade among others.
CIS Budget Update (00:00:53)
Trustee Scholler-Barber provided an update on the CIS budget meeting, highlighting its alignment with CIS's mission and values.

Trustee Scholler-Barber reported on the CIS budget meeting held by the finance committee. The budget was praised for its alignment with CIS's mission and values. It was noted for its practicality and resource preservation. Final approval will be by the executive committee before month's end.
Superintendent’s Report (00:04:11)
The superintendent reported on the successful school year and upcoming summer school program details.

The superintendent thanked students, teachers, and staff for a successful school year. He provided details on the summer school program, including site locations and expectations for attendance. Lunch will be provided at the summer school sites.
Middle School Pilot Courses (00:06:00)
Dr. Justice presented recommendations for new middle school pilot courses, emphasizing their teacher-driven origins.

Dr. Justice recommended the board approve new pilot courses for middle schools. These include Foundations in Coding, Dance Foundations, Creative Writing, and more. The courses are teacher-originated, meeting student needs and are expected to become permanent.
Budget Approval (00:10:41)
The board approved the budget, including revenue, expenditures, and reserve budgets as presented.

The board approved the preliminary budget, including revenue and beginning balance budget, expenditures and reserve budget, and the consolidated budget for state reporting. The budget is balanced with revenues slightly exceeding expenditures.
Adjournment (00:15:01)
The meeting was adjourned after a motion was made and seconded, with all in favor.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Schola Barber and seconded by Trustee McGlynn. The motion was passed unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned.