October 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting
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I. Call To Order
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I.A. Pledge of Allegiance
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I.B. Roll Call
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I.C. Positive Highlight
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I.D. Public Comments (Agenda Items and Other Matters)
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II. Action Items
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II.A. Consent Agenda
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II.A.1. Approval of Minutes
Description:
Approval of September 14, 2026, regular meeting minutes, September 28, 2026, special meeting and closed session minutes, and October 6, 2026, special meeting and closed session minutes.
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II.A.2. Approval of Payment of Bills
Description:
Monthly contractual and prepaid expenses:
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II.A.3. Receipt of Written Communications — Letters of Retirement/Resignation
Description:
The District has received a letter of retirement from Middle School Title I Teacher, Marcia Schick. Ms. Schick's retirement will be effective November 30, 2026.
The district has also received a letter of resignation from Tawas Area High School Special Education Teacher, Joanna Frye. Mrs. Frye's resignation will be effective October 30, 2026. A letter of resignation was also received from Clara Bolen Elementary Educational Assistant, Janell Shipley. Ms. Shipley's resignation will be effective October 16, 2026. |
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II.B. Routine Matters
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II.B.1. Hire Coaches
Description:
Mr. Plank is recommending that the Board of Education approve the hiring of Mr. Trace Reay as the Boys Assistant Wrestling Coach. Mr. Reay is a Tawas Area graduate and during his high school wrestling career was a four-time All-State wrestler and a three-time state placer. He has demonstrated a strong passion for wrestling and a commitment to the program and the students and was selected as the top candidate for this position.
Mr. Plank is also recommending that the Board of Education approve the hiring of Mr. Marcus McCann as the Assistant JV Football Coach. Mr. McCann played football throughout his high school career and gained coaching experience as an assistant coach for junior high football, as well as a volunteer coach with the varsity football program. He was selected as the top candidate for this position. Mr. Plank is also recommending that the Board approve the hiring of Ms. Paula Reay to fill the Girls Varsity Wrestling Coach vacancy. Ms. Reay has been actively involved in wrestling for many years and previously served as a volunteer youth wrestling coach in Whittemore. She was selected as the top candidate for this position. Mr. Plank is also recommending that the Board approve the hiring of Mr. Robert Shrout as the JV Boys Basketball Coach. Mr. Shrout has been actively involved in coaching multiple sports in the district over the last few years. His coaching experience and commitment to the students made him the top candidate for this position. Mr. Plank is recommending that the Board approve the hiring of Mr. Joshua Whitney as the 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach. Mr. Whitney assisted with the JV Boys Basketball team last season and provided additional support to the Varsity program, and has experience coaching football at various age levels. He was selected as the top candidate for this position. |
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II.C. Old Business
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II.C.1. Committee Reports
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II.C.1.a. Personnel Committee
Description:
At the special meeting on September 28th, Mrs. Danek provided the Board with an update regarding the Personnel Committee meeting held prior to the meeting. The committee met with union representatives to discuss class overloads and explore potential strategies to address these challenges. Mrs. Danek reported that several suggestions were presented for consideration. Since that meeting, additional developments have occurred, and Mrs. Danek will provide the Board with a further update and recommendation regarding a potential resolution.
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II.C.2. Legislative Report
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II.D. New Business
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II.D.1. Roof Replacement Project - Bid Award
Description:
A bid opening for Phase 3 of the District's roof replacement project was held on September 30, 2026, by Mrs. Danek and Mr. Lichota. The following bids were received:
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II.D.2. Central Office Renovation Proposal
Description:
Per the request of multiple Board members, a proposed renovation of the Central Office is being presented for Board consideration. The proposed renovation would include the installation of a reception window to allow office personnel to screen visitors before granting access to the administrative offices. As part of the proposed security measures, the entrance to the administration office area would remain locked, with staff responsible for granting access as needed.
Board approval is being sought to authorize administration to obtain quotes to determine the anticipated cost of the proposed improvements. Depending on the estimated project cost and applicable bidding requirements, administration may proceed with the formal bidding process, if necessary, for subsequent Board consideration and approval. The funds for this project would come from the Sinking Fund. |
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III. Information & Proposals
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III.A. Superintendent Report
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III.B. Student Representatives
Description:
Senior Representative — Ms. Eryn Hayes
Junior Representative — Mr. Leif Guillotel |
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III.C. Administration
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III.D. From the Board
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IV. Advanced Planning
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IV.A. ISD Committee - Lesko, Miller, Bruning
CASBA Meeting — October 27, 2026, from 7–9 p.m. at IRESA |
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V. Adjournment
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