June 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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I. Call to Order - Gary Miller, President
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I.1. Welcome
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I.2. Mission Statement
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I.3. Pledge of Allegiance
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I.4. Board Roll Call ~ Queener, Abraham, Withers, Kartes, Miller, Biermann, Lehman.
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I.5. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
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II. Communication
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II.1. Community and Public Comment ~
Please state your name and city of residence for the record, and limit your comments to three minutes. To ensure due process and respect of individual rights, the District maintains a formal process for handling complaints against individuals. A problem involving an individual or a specific incident is best handled through administrative channels. Speakers are asked to express themselves in a civil manner, with respect for the dignity and privacy of others who may be affected by your comments. While it is not our intent to stifle public comment, speakers should be aware that if your statements violate the rights of others under the law of defamation or invasion of privacy, you may be held legally responsible. If you are unsure of the legal ramifications of what you are about to say, we urge you to consult first with your legal advisor.
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II.2. Superintendent's Report
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II.2.a. Good Things
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II.2.b. Acknowledge Resignations Received
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II.2.b.1) Daniel Ahearne, Freshman (Bridge Crew) Class Advisor at Ogemaw Heights High School, with 3 years of service, effective June 9, 2026.
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II.2.b.2) Nicole Duell, Head Girls Track and Field Coach at Ogemaw Heights High School with 1 year of service, effective June 9, 2026.
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II.2.b.3) Makenzie LaBeau, Teacher at Surline Elementary School with 11 years of service, effective June 30, 2026
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II.2.b.4) Samantha Magoon, Vocal Music Teacher and Choir Director at Surline Middle and Ogemaw Heights High Schools with 3 years of service, effective June 10, 2026.
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II.2.b.5) Adam Miller, High School Yearbook Advisor, effective June 9, 2026.
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II.2.b.6) Chelsea Rousseau, Bus Service Person (remains a Bus Driver), effective May 20, 2026.
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II.2.c. Enrollment Summary
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III. Board of Education Action Agenda
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III.1. Consent Agenda
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Motion: to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _________________________________________________________ |
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III.1.a. C: Regular Meeting Minutes for Monday, May 18, 2026.
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III.1.b. C: Committee of the Whole Minutes for Monday, June 8, 2026.
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III.1.c. C: Finance Report
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III.1.d. C: Personnel ~ Approve New Positions (current employee)
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III.1.d.1) Alexander Kennedy, Junior Varsity Boys Soccer Coach at Ogemaw Heights High School, effective July 1, 2026, at pay rate per Supplemental Services Pay Schedule, 6%, Step 1.
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III.1.d.2) Gale Kimball, Middle School Wrestling Coach effective 2026-2027 school year, at pay rate per Supplementary Services Pay Schedule, 4%, Step 1.
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III.1.d.3) Kristina Lewis, Summer School ESL Teacher for the district, effective June 10 through August 2026, funded through 41n grant at pay rate of $30 per hour or hourly rate, whichever is higher.
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III.1.e. C: Personnel ~ Approve Retirement
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III.1.e.1) Theodore Matuszak, Director of Finance and Non-Instructional Operations with 12 years of service, effective August 31, 2026.
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III.1.e.2) Christine Owen, Bus Driver with 22 years of service, effective June 10, 2026.
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III.2. Personnel: New Hires
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Motion by: Supported by: Motion: to approve new hires as listed below and as presented: Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. ________________________________________________________ |
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III.2.a. Cathleen DuBay, English/Language Arts Teacher at Surline Middle School, effective August 24, 2026, at pay rate per Master Contract, MA, Step 5.
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III.3. C: Personnel ~ Approve New Positions (current employee)
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III.4. Approve - Memorandum of Understanding with MAISA
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Motion: to approve the continuation of the Memorandum of Understanding with Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators regarding Educator on Loan agreement, as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _____________________________________________________________ |
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III.5. Personnel: Approve Contract Extensions ~ Administrators, Non-Administrators and Central Office Staff
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Motion: to approve contract extensions for the 2026-2027 school year for the administrators and/or staff listed, as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _________________________________________________________ |
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III.5.a. Sara Deyarmond 2026-2028 Assistant Principal at Surline Elementary School
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III.5.b. Stacy Gildner, 2026-2028 Principal at Surline Elementary School
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III.5.c. Jason Hall, 2026-2028 Transportation Supervisor
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III.5.d. Russell Hall, 2026-2028 Technology Specialist for WBRC Schools
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III.5.e. Gail Hughey, 2026-2029 Superintendent of West Branch - Rose City Area Schools.
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III.5.f. Calie Kavalunas, 2026-2028 Assistant Principal at Surline Middle School
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III.5.g. W. Scott Kearns, 2026-2028 Facilities, Operations and Maintenance Director
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III.5.h. Korey Kripli, 2026-2028 Athletic Director
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III.5.i. Ted Matuszak, 2026-2028 Director of Finance and Non-Instructional Operations
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III.5.j. Kim Noble, 2026-2028 Principal at Surline Middle School
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III.5.k. Heather Phelps, 2026-2028 Educator on Loan
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III.5.l. Jason Pilarski, 2026-2028 Assistant Principal at Ogemaw Heights High School
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III.5.m. Thomas Rea, 2026-2028 Technology Director for WBRC Schools
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III.5.n. Jenny Winter, 2026-2028 Director of Curriculum and Instruction
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III.5.o. Trisha Ziegler, 2026-2028 Principal at Ogemaw Heights High School
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III.6. Approve 2027 Graduation Date for OHHS
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Motion: to approve the 2026-2027 graduation date for Ogemaw Heights High School as Thursday, May 27, 2027 at 7 p.m., as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _________________________________________________________ |
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III.7. Approve - Sex Education Curriculum Change Proposal
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Motion: to approve the Sex Education Curriculum Change Proposal, as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. ____________________________________________________________ |
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III.8. Approve - Bid Award for Ogemaw Heights High School Pool Refinishing Project
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Motion by: Supported by: Motion: to accept the Architect’s bid award recommendation for Ogemaw Heights High School pool refinishing project to Advanced Pool Services in the amount of $155,000.00, as presented. Any discussion? Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. ________________________________________________________ |
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III.9. Adopt - Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) 2026-27 Membership Resolution
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Motion by: Supported by: Motion: to adopt the Michigan High School Athletic Association Membership Resolution for August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027, as presented. Any discussion? Roll Call ~ Abraham, Withers, Kartes, Miller, Biermann, Lehman, Queener. Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _____________________________________________________________ |
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III.10. Adopt - Addition/Revisions to NEOLA Policies, as a final reading (hard copies distributed at C.O.W. May 11, 2026)
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Motion: to adopt revisions/replacements to NEOLA policies listed below as a second and final reading, as presented Any discussion? Roll Call ~ Withers, Kartes, Miller, Biermann, Lehman, Queener, Abraham. Ayes: Nays: Motion carried. _____________________________________________________________ |
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III.10.a. Revise PO0100 DEFINITIONS
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III.10.b. Revise PO2370.01 ONLINE/BLENDED LEARNING PROGRAM
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III.10.c. Revise PO2417 COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION
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III.10.d. Revise PO2418 SEX EDUCATION
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III.10.e. Rescind/Renumber PO3120.09 VOLUNTEERS
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III.10.f. Rescind PO4120.09 VOLUNTEERS
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III.10.g. New PO4210 STAFF ETHICS
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III.10.h. Replacement PO5136 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES (WCDs)
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III.10.i. Revise PO6320 PURCHASING
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III.10.j. Revise PO6325 PROCUREMENT-FEDERAL GRANTS/FUNDS
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III.10.k. Replacement PO7540.09 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
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III.10.l. Renumbered/Revised PO8120.09 VOLUNTEERS
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III.10.m. Revise PO8402 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN
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