Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2022
64 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a consent agenda awarding multiple contracts for air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Ann Arbor Open School, Lawton Elementary, and the Transportation Building, funded by the 2019 Bond Program. They also discussed the November 2022 budget monitoring report, an equity plan update, NWEA achievement results, and proposed board bylaws on member conduct and communications.
- Approved $1,366,224 contract for Ann Arbor Open School AC/lighting upgrades (multiple vendors, with 15% contingency)
- Approved $116,116 contract for Lawton Elementary roofing associated with AC/lighting upgrades
- Approved contracts for Transportation Building AC/lighting upgrades (Eagle Excavation $157,900, DKI International $64,800, etc.)
- Discussed NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report and review of recovery plan
- Discussed proposed Board Bylaws 1060 (Code of Conduct), 1070 (Email/Social Media Communications), and 1080 (Board Engagement)
The Board approved several multi-million dollar contracts for air conditioning, lighting, and roofing upgrades using 2019 Bond Program funds. Additionally, the Board adopted three new bylaws regarding member conduct, communications, and engagement, and approved an Environmental Sustainability Framework.
- Approved $1,366,224 for Ann Arbor Open AC and lighting upgrades (7-0)
- Approved $116,116 for Lawton Elementary roofing and AC/lighting upgrades (7-0)
- Approved $3,040,557 for Transportation Building AC and lighting upgrades (7-0)
- Approved $1,000,759 for Bus Refueling Depot Rehabilitation (7-0)
- Approved architecture/engineering contracts for Capital Program Phase 2 (7-0)
- Approved AAPS Environmental Sustainability Framework (7-0)
- Adopted Board Bylaws 1060, 1070, and 1080 regarding conduct, communications, and engagement (6-1 each)
- Approved Board Meeting Schedule for January-June 2023 (7-0)
7:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss the NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report and related Recovery Plan, as well as the AAPS Annual Staffing Report for the 2022/23 school year. The meeting also includes public commentary, review of previous minutes, and agenda planning. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion.
- Discussion of NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report and Review Recovery Plan
- Discussion of AAPS Annual Staffing Report for 2022/23
- Public commentary sign-up deadline 4 hours before meeting
- Review of agenda and minutes from previous meeting
- Agenda planning for future meetings
The meeting consisted of discussions regarding the NWEA Fall 2022 Achievement Report, the Review Recovery Plan, and the 2022/23 Annual Staffing Report. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
3:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review the agenda and minutes from December 8, 2022. Public commentary will be accepted via sign-up. The primary discussion item is the Capital Program Annual Report, covering bond-funded projects. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review of Capital Program Annual Report
- Approval of minutes from December 8, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign-up process for electronic meeting
The committee met electronically to review the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and the Capital Program Annual Report. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.
5:30 PM - To Honor and Celebrate Trustees Johnson, Kelly, and Lazarus; 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting following a farewell reception for three trustees. The board will discuss multiple capital improvement projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at several schools and a bus refueling depot rehabilitation, as part of first and second briefings. New board bylaws on code of conduct and communications, and a recommendation on sexual health education materials for special education settings, will also be presented for discussion.
- First briefing: Air-conditioning and lighting upgrades at Ann Arbor Open (AN-2117), Lawton Roofing (AN-2118), Transportation Building (AN-2119)
- First briefing: Bus refueling depot rehabilitation (AN-2120)
- First briefing: Capital Program Phase 2 – architecture/engineering services for major modernizations (AN-2116)
- First briefing: New board bylaws on code of conduct (1060), communications (1070), and engagement (1080)
- Second briefing: Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) materials recommendation for middle/high school special education
The Board approved several multi-million dollar contracts for air conditioning, lighting, and roofing projects at multiple schools. It also approved updated sexual health education materials and adopted the Board Bylaws 1000 Series.
- Approved $3,715,402 for A2 STEAM AC and lighting upgrades (6-0)
- Approved $1,125,587 for Lawton Elementary AC and lighting upgrades (6-0)
- Approved $2,948,680 for roof replacements at Abbot, Scarlett, Tappan, and Wines schools (6-0)
- Approved architecture/engineering contracts for new construction via Annex AN-2112 (6-0)
- Approved SHEAC sexual health education materials for special education and secondary health (6-0)
- Adopted Board Bylaws 1000 Series (5-1)
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Governance Committee will meet electronically on December 12, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion of the sunset review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series, along with procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Public commentary sign-ups must be submitted by 3pm. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Sunset review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series
- Review and approval of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public commentary sign-up deadline 4 hours before meeting (3pm)
The meeting was primarily procedural. The committee reviewed the agenda and minutes from November 22, 2022, and held a discussion regarding the Sunset Review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series.
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review and discuss several proposed bond-funded projects. Items include air-conditioning and lighting upgrades at Ann Arbor Open, Lawton Roofing, and the Transportation Building, as well as a bus refueling depot rehabilitation and a capital program phase 2 request for architecture/engineering services. The meeting is open to the public and involves no voting; all items are under discussion only.
- Air-Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades: Ann Arbor Open
- Air-Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades: Lawton Roofing
- Air-Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades: Transportation Building
- Bus Refueling Depot Rehabilitation
- Capital Program Phase 2: RFP for Architecture/Engineering Services for Major Modernizations & Ongoing Capital Improvements
The committee reviewed air-conditioning and lighting upgrades for Ann Arbor Open, Lawton Roofing, and the Transportation Building. Discussions also covered the Bus Refueling Depot Rehabilitation and an RFP for architecture and engineering services for Capital Program Phase 2. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Westerman Preschool - 2775 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with discussions on capital improvement projects, a sexual health education curriculum update, and a fall enrollment report. The board will receive first briefings on several construction projects and a policy sunset review.
- First Briefing on Capital Program Phase 2 for Architecture/Engineering Services for new construction
- First Briefing on air-conditioning and lighting project at A2 STEAM
- First Briefing on air-conditioning and lighting project at Lawton Elementary
- First Briefing on roof replacement/repair at Abbot Elementary, Scarlett Middle School, Tappan Middle School, and Wines Elementary
- First Briefing on Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee materials recommendation for middle and high school self-contained special education settings
The board held a regular meeting where it approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 30, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the November 30, 2022 Regular Meeting (4-0)
2:15 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
This planning committee meeting will review minutes from June, hear public comment, and discuss the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee's biannual report. The committee will also consider SHEAC's recommendation for health education materials in middle and high school self-contained special education settings.
- Review of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public commentary sign-ups
- SHEAC biannual report discussion
- Materials recommendation for special education health classes
The committee reviewed and accepted the minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting. Other items were discussed, but no further actions were recorded.
- Accepted minutes of the June 13, 2022 meeting
3:30 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss the RFP for architecture and engineering services for new construction as part of Capital Program Phase 2, as well as air-conditioning and lighting projects at A2 STEAM and Lawton Elementary, and roof replacements at Abbot Elementary, Scarlett Middle, Tappan Middle, and Wines Elementary. The meeting also includes agenda review and public commentary.
- Capital Program Phase 2: RFP for Architecture/Engineering Services for new construction
- Air-conditioning and lighting projects at A2 STEAM
- Air-conditioning and lighting projects at Lawton Elementary
- Roof replacement/repair at Abbot Elementary, Scarlett Middle, Tappan Middle, and Wines Elementary
- Review of minutes from November 10, 2022 meeting
The committee reviewed the RFP for Capital Program Phase 2 architecture and engineering services. Members also reviewed air-conditioning and lighting projects at A2 STEAM and Lawton Elementary, as well as roof replacements for four schools. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting: Vote to go into Closed Session; Reconvene Regular Meeting at 7:45 PM - Huron High School - Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss security planning. It adopted a resolution temporarily suspending Bylaw 1500 and amending Policy 2120 to let the superintendent sign contracts exceeding $100,000. The board also approved the Capital Program Phase 2 (2025‑2030) and ratified the November 16, 2022 meeting minutes. Additional routine actions included approving the agenda and reconvening the public meeting.
- Motion to recess to closed session for security planning (passed)
- Resolution to suspend Bylaw 1500 and amend Policy 2120 for contracts >$100,000 (passed)
- Approval of Capital Program Phase 2: 2025‑2030 (passed)
- Approval of minutes from the November 16, 2022 regular meeting (passed)
- Motion to approve the agenda as presented (passed)
The Board approved the Capital Program Phase 2 for 2025-2030. It also temporarily amended Board Policy 2120 to allow the Superintendent to independently enter a time-sensitive network update contract exceeding $100,000.
- Approved Capital Program Phase 2: 2025-2030 (5-0)
- Approved temporary amendment to Board Policy 2120 to allow Superintendent to enter network update contract over $100,000 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of November 16, 2022 Regular Meeting (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Voted to recess to closed session for security planning (5-0)
7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee will meet electronically on Nov 22, 2022. The main agenda item is a discussion of the sunset review of the Board Bylaws 1000 Series. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public commentary, and planning for the next meeting. This is primarily a procedural meeting with one substantive review item.
- Sunset review discussion of Board Bylaws 1000 Series
- Approval of agenda and minutes from Oct 20, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign-up and reading by staff
- Agenda planning for next meeting
The meeting consisted of procedural items and discussions. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Huron High School, Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hear a first briefing on the Capital Program Phase 2 plan covering 2025-2030. The board will also consider a motion to accept the 2021-22 annual financial audit from Plante/Moran. Public commentary is scheduled with four sign-ups, and the consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- First briefing on Capital Program Phase 2 (2025-2030) bond plan
- Motion to accept the 2021-22 annual financial audit from Plante/Moran
- Superintendent update including Paraprofessional Appreciation and Native American Heritage Month recognition
- Public commentary sign-ups by four individuals (Jordan Else, Lena Kauffman, Terron Stewart, Bob Rorke)
- Consent agenda to approve minutes of October 26, 2022 regular meeting
The board accepted the 2021-22 Annual Financial Audit report presented by Plante/Moran. Other activities included a presentation on Capital Program Phase 2 projects for 2025-2030 and a report from the Bond Auxiliary Committee.
- Accepted 2021-22 Annual Financial Audit (7-0)
- Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss the Phase 2 Bond Plan covering 2025–2030. The committee will also review minutes from its June 30, 2022 meeting and accept public commentary.
- Discussion of Phase 2 Bond Plan for 2025–2030
- Review of minutes from June 30, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign-up required by 3:00 PM on meeting day
The committee accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 30, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the Phase 2 Bond Plan for 2025-2030. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved June 30, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Huron High School, Meyers Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor
The board will discuss and vote on a $153,160.40 purchase of two-way radios for preschool and elementary buildings from DeltaCom of Novi, Michigan. They will also consider appointments to the Recreation Advisory Commission and a Washtenaw Intermediate School District parent advisory committee representative. The meeting includes a monthly budget monitoring report and an update on a 98c grant for additional learning supports.
- $153,160.40 two-way radio purchase for preschool and elementary schools from DeltaCom
- Appointment of Allison Miller to Recreation Advisory Commission for a 3-year term
- Approval of Amy Wilkins as AAPS representative to WISD Parent Advisory Committee
- Monthly budget monitoring report for September 2022
- Update on 98c Grant application for additional learning supports
The board approved several purchases, including two-way radios and bulk salt. Additionally, the board appointed members to the Recreation Advisory Commission and the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee.
- Approved $153,160.40 purchase of two-way radios and accessories from DeltaCom (6-0)
- Approved $61,585 purchase of bulk salt from Detroit Salt Company (6-0)
- Appointed Allison Miller to the Recreation Advisory Commission for a 3 year term (6-0)
- Appointed Amy Wilkins as AAPAC representative for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee (6-0)
- Approved minutes of October 12, 2022 Regular Meeting (6-0)
- Approved minutes of October 19, 2022 Study Session (6-0)
7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee will discuss the sunset review of the Board Bylaws 1000 Series, which may lead to recommended changes. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting and plan the agenda for its next meeting. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up.
- Sunset Review of Board Bylaws 1000 Series
7:00 PM - Study Session - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss two annual reports: an update on strategic partnerships and community engagement, and the 2021-22 school quality and climate survey results. No public commentary sign-ups were received. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order, roll call, and agenda approval, followed by adjournment.
- Annual update on Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement (discussion)
- AAPS Culture & Climate 2022 Annual Report based on school quality survey (discussion)
- No public commentary sign-ups for this meeting
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor
The board will hold a first briefing on a proposed two-way radio purchase for preschool and elementary schools. They will also receive presentations on Fall 2022 Rec & Ed programs and student and school safety updates. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and accepting donations for district programs.
- First briefing on AN-2109: Two-Way Radio Purchase for preschool and elementary schools
- Fall 2022 Rec & Ed Update presentation
- Fall 2022 Student & School Safety Update presentation
- Consent agenda: Approve minutes of September 28, 2022 regular meeting
- Consent agenda: Accept donations including air purifier for A2 STEAM, baritone for A2 STEAM, and trumpet for District Music Program
The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the September 28, 2022, regular meeting. The board also voted to accept presented donations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved donations as presented (7-0)
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee meets electronically on October 7, 2022, to discuss two items: a purchase of two-way radios for preschool and elementary schools, and an update on state aid grants. The meeting includes public commentary sign-up and review of prior minutes.
- Discussion of two-way radio purchase for preschool and elementary schools
- Update on state aid grants
The Finance Committee met electronically to review the agenda and previous minutes. The committee approved the minutes from the September 16, 2022 meeting. No other formal actions were recorded.
- Approved September 16, 2022 meeting minutes
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a resolution opposing the "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher proposals. The meeting also included updates on the capital program, the August budget monitoring report, and reports from the Finance Committee and the Environmental Sustainability Task Force. A donation of an Oransi Mod Air Purifier to Westerman Preschool was also approved.
- Resolution opposing "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher initiatives (action)
- Capital Program (Bond & Sinking Fund) update (discussion)
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022 (discussion)
- Finance Committee report (discussion)
- Environmental Sustainability Task Force report (discussion)
The board passed a resolution opposing the "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher initiatives. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, the September 14, 2022 meeting minutes, and donations.
- Approved resolution opposing "Let MI Kids Learn" voucher initiatives (6-0)
- Approved September 14, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved donations (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will meet electronically to discuss the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022, review minutes from the June 10, 2022 meeting, and accept public commentary. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022
- Review of minutes from June 10, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign-up and submission
The Finance Committee reviewed the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for August 2022. The committee accepted the minutes from the June 10, 2022, meeting.
- Accepted June 10, 2022 meeting minutes
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will vote on confirming summer expenditures authorized by the superintendent, including purchases up to $250,000 per transaction. Also on the agenda: approval of minutes from three prior meetings, acceptance of donations of air purifiers to Thurston Elementary, and selection of voting delegates for the MASB conference. The board will hear a superintendent update on back-to-school highlights and receive public commentary.
- Confirmation of summer expenditures (up to $250,000 per transaction)
- Donations of two Honeywell HPA300 Air Purifiers to Thurston Elementary
- Selection of up to 4 voting delegates for MASB Annual Conference
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes from June 29, July 27, and August 24 meetings
- Moment of silence in memory of Jane Landefeld
The Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes from three previous meetings and donations. Members confirmed Summer 2022 expenditures and certified voting delegates for the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB).
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes of June 29, July 27, and August 24, 2022 meetings (6-0)
- Approved donations (6-0)
- Confirmed Summer 2022 Expenditures (6-0)
- Certified MASB voting delegates and alternates (6-0)
6:00 PM - Regular Meeting / Board Retreat - Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will welcome incoming principals and a new assistant superintendent of human resources, hear a superintendent update on back-to-school plans including fall 2022 health guidance, and continue a retreat on board roles and responsibilities. Public commentary from 13 individuals is scheduled.
- Welcome of newly assigned lead principals for 2022-23 and announcement of assistant superintendent of human resources
- Superintendent update on back-to-school 2022, including AAPS Fall 2022 Health Guidance document
- Board of Education Retreat – Part 2: discussion of board roles and responsibilities
- Public commentary sign-ups from 13 named individuals
The board approved the meeting agenda and held a retreat focused on board roles and responsibilities. The Superintendent provided a report on back-to-school preparations for Fall 2022. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting/Board Retreat - Huron High School - Meyer Auditorium - 2727 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor
The Board of Education approved a tentative agreement with the Ann Arbor Education Association (AAEA) and authorized administration to implement it. The board also approved an administrative contract for a new Assistant Superintendent of HR-Employee Relations and held a retreat to discuss district goals for 2022-2023. Public commentary included a question about mask mandates for the upcoming school year.
- Approval of the AAEA tentative agreement, with one abstention
- Approval of administrative contract for Assistant Superintendent of HR-Employee Relations
- Public comment question on AAPS mask mandate for 2022-2023
- Board retreat discussion on AAPS goals for 2022-2023
The Board approved a tentative agreement with the Ann Arbor Education Association and authorized its implementation. The Board also approved the administrative contract as presented.
- Approved AAEA Tentative Agreement (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved administrative contract (5-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review and discuss two spatial organization design concepts: an elementary school learning community and a small high school studio concept. The meeting includes public commentary via sign-up and review of prior meeting minutes.
- Discussion of two spatial organization design concepts: Elementary School Learning Community and Small High School Studio Concept
- Public commentary accepted via sign-up form or email up to 4 hours before meeting
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to adopt Kendall Hunt Illustrative Mathematics for high school Algebra 1 and 2 courses, with a total cost of $139,945 from the General Fund. The board also approved tentative agreements with multiple employee groups, including AAEA Office Professionals and Paraeducators, AAAA, AFSCME-TSP, ASCSA, and non-bargained groups. Additionally, they reauthorized all district policies with a seven-year review schedule and received annual reports on NWEA spring 2022 results and the 2021 graduation rate.
- Adoption of Kendall Hunt Illustrative Mathematics for Algebra 1 and 2 at $139,945
- Tentative agreements with Ann Arbor Education Association, Administrators Association, AFSCME-TSP, ASCSA, and non-bargained groups
- Reauthorization of all policies with review schedule from July 2022 through June 2029
- Annual NWEA Spring 2022 report presented
- Annual report on 2021 graduation rate presented
7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss an overview of board bylaws and plan the next meeting's agenda. The session includes public commentary sign-up and approval of previous minutes. No votes or concrete proposals are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-oriented.
- Overview of Board Bylaws Work (discussion only)
- Public commentary sign-up available until 3pm
- Review and approval of agenda and previous minutes
- Planning for next meeting agenda
7:00 PM - Closed Session - Huron High School
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met in a closed session on June 27, 2022 at Huron High School. The session was called under the Michigan Open Meetings Act to review attorney/client privileged information. The agenda included procedural items such as call to order, roll call, review of minutes, and discussion of privileged information. No public decisions were recorded.
- Call to Order
- Roll Call (discussion, procedural)
- Review Minutes
- Attorney/Client privileged information review
- Adjourn closed session
The meeting consisted of a roll call, a review of previous minutes, and a discussion regarding attorney/client privileged information. No formal actions or votes were recorded.
2:30 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss NWEA benchmark assessment results from Spring 2022 and the 2021 graduation rate annual report. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion only.
- Review of NWEA Benchmark Assessment Results, Spring 2022
- Review of 2021 Graduation Rate Annual Report
- Agenda planning for future meetings
The committee accepted the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Members reviewed the Spring 2022 NWEA Benchmark Assessment results and the 2021 Graduation Rate Annual Report.
- Accepted previous meeting minutes and agenda
7:00 PM - Closed Session - Huron High School
This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public, to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. The board voted in open session on May 25, 2022, to hold this closed session under Michigan law. The agenda includes call to order, review of minutes, superintendent evaluation, and adjournment.
- Closed session permitted under MCL 15.268 Section 8(a) for periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent
The board met in a closed session to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. No public votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded in these minutes.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Road, Ann Arbor
The board held a second public hearing on the 2022-23 proposed budget, then voted to adopt both the amended 2021-22 and the proposed 2022-23 General Fund budgets. It also approved a consent agenda including a $218,712 fire service connection for Clague Middle School and a $118,530 two-way radio purchase, and awarded a $584,946 contract to Pediatric Therapy Associates for therapy services.
- Approved General Fund 2022-2023 proposed budget
- Approved General Fund 2021-2022 amended budget
- Approved $218,712 payment to City of Ann Arbor for fire service connection at Clague Middle School
- Approved $118,530.40 purchase of two-way radios from DeltaCom
- Awarded $584,946 contract to Pediatric Therapy Associates for physical, occupational, and speech therapy
The Board approved the General Fund budgets for the 2021-2022 amended and 2022-2023 proposed cycles. It also authorized payments for fire service connections, radio equipment, and pediatric therapy services.
- Approved General Fund 2022-2023 Proposed Budget (7-0)
- Approved General Fund 2021-2022 Amended Budget (7-0)
- Approved $584,946 contract for Pediatric Therapy Associates (7-0)
- Approved $218,712 payment to City of Ann Arbor for Clague Middle School fire service connection (7-0)
- Approved $118,530.40 purchase of two-way radio equipment from DeltaCom of Novi (7-0)
- Approved closed session for June 27, 2022, regarding attorney/client privilege (7-0)
- Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium - 2552 N. Maple Rd, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a public hearing and first briefing on the 2022-23 proposed general fund budget and the amended 2021-22 budget. The board votes to adopt the FY 2022-23 tax millage resolution, approve a resolution to release the Dykema report, and discuss first briefings on contracts for fire service connection at Clague Middle School, Pediatric Therapy Associates, two-way radio equipment, and high school mathematics curricula.
- Adoption of FY 2022-23 tax millage resolution
- Release of Dykema report
- First briefing on 2022-23 proposed general fund budget
- First briefing on fire service connection at Clague Middle School (AN-2098)
- First briefing on Algebra 1 & 2 curricula adoption (AN-2101)
The Board approved the FY 2022-23 Tax Millage Resolution and a resolution to release the Dykema Report. Members also approved a resolution for MiGreenPower and the minutes from the May 25, 2022 meeting.
- Adopted FY 2022-23 Tax Millage Resolution (7-0)
- Approved resolution to release Dykema Report (7-0)
- Approved Resolution AN-2097 MiGreenPower (5-2)
- Approved May 25, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
3:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Planning Committee will review the minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss recommendations for Algebra 1 and 2 mathematics curricula.
- Recommendation for Mathematics Curricula: Algebra 1 & 2
The Planning Committee met electronically to review previous minutes and discuss mathematics curricula. The committee accepted the minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting. No other formal decisions were recorded.
- Accepted May 24, 2022 meeting minutes
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss the proposed General Fund budget for 2022-2023 and an amended budget for 2021-2022. They will also review a monthly budget monitoring report, a contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates, and a purchase of two-way radio equipment. The committee may hear public commentary, but no final votes are listed on this agenda.
- Review of General Fund 2022-2023 Proposed Budget
- Review of General Fund 2021-2022 Amended Budget
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for April/May 2022
- Annual Pediatric Therapy Associates Agreement
- Two-Way Radio Equipment Purchase
The committee reviewed several items, including budget reports and equipment purchases. The only recorded action was the acceptance of the May 6, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Accepted May 6, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will review a fire service connection for Clague Middle School and revised design and construction plans for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways High School. The committee will also consider agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. This is a discussion-only meeting; no votes are scheduled.
- Fire Service Connection: Clague Middle School
- Revised Design & Construction Plans: Mitchell Elementary and Pathways High School
- Review minutes from May 5, 2022, meeting
The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the May 5, 2022, meeting. Members discussed fire service connections at Clague Middle School and revised design and construction plans for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways High School.
- Accepted May 5, 2022, meeting minutes
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Skyline High School Auditorium, 2552 N. Maple Road
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved a resolution to purchase real property at 4300 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, supported the Washtenaw Intermediate School District's 2022-23 budget, and set public hearings for the AAPS budget in June. A motion to waive attorney-client privilege on a report regarding a racially hostile environment at Pioneer High School failed. An item on MiGreenPower was postponed to a future meeting.
- Resolution to purchase real property at 4300 Ann Arbor-Saline Road approved
- Approved 2022-23 Washtenaw Intermediate School District General Fund Budget Resolution
- Approved notice calling for public hearings on 2022-2023 AAPS budget on June 15 and June 22, 2022
- Motion to waive attorney-client privilege on Dykema report regarding racially hostile environment at Pioneer High School failed (4-2 vote)
- Item AN-2097 MiGreenPower postponed to next meeting
The Board approved the purchase of real property at 4300 Ann Arbor Saline Road and supported the 2022-23 Washtenaw Intermediate School District General Fund Budget. Public hearings for the FY 2022-2023 AAPS budget were scheduled for June 15 and June 22, 2022. A motion to release a redacted report regarding a racially hostile environment at Pioneer failed.
- Approved purchase of property at 4300 Ann Arbor Saline Road (7-0)
- Approved 2022-23 Washtenaw Intermediate School District General Fund Budget Resolution (7-0)
- Approved notice for public hearings on 2022-2023 budget for June 15 and June 22, 2022 (7-0)
- Postponed action on AN-2097 MiGreenPower to the next meeting (4-3)
- Approved closed session for Superintendent Evaluation on June 23, 2022 (7-0)
- Denied motion to release redacted Dykema report regarding racially hostile environment at Pioneer (2-5)
- Approved April 12, 2022 Closed Session minutes (7-0)
- Approved May 18, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)
1:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools planning committee is meeting to review the agenda and minutes from October 2021, hear public commentary, and discuss updates on special education and the Bryant/Pattengill school projects. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Review of agenda and minutes from October 15, 2021
- Public commentary period
- Special Education Update discussion
- Bryant/Pattengill Update discussion
The Planning Committee met electronically to review updates on special education and the Bryant/Pattengill project. The only formal action taken was the approval of the minutes from the October 15, 2021 meeting.
- Approved minutes of the October 15, 2021 meeting
7:00 PM - Closed Session - Skyline High School
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in closed session, not open to the public, to review attorney-client privileged information. The board voted in open session on May 18, 2022 to hold this closed session under Michigan law.
- Closed session to review attorney-client privileged information
- Meeting will also address roll call, review minutes, and adjournment
The board met in a closed session to review previous minutes and attorney/client privileged information. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved a $491,700 site work contract for air conditioning and lighting projects at Forsythe Middle School and Wines Elementary School. The board also approved three-year contracts for abatement services with four companies, and approved a closed session for May 24. A budget update for the 2022-2023 school year was discussed.
- Approved $447,000 contract plus $44,700 contingency to Eagle Excavation, Inc. for site work at Forsythe Middle and Wines Elementary
- Approved three-year abatement services contracts with Environmental Maintenance Engineers, Global Green Service Group, Great Lakes Environmental Service, and Homrich Wrecking
- Discussed 2022-2023 budget update with state aid proposals
- Approved closed session on May 24 for attorney/client privilege discussion
- Approved minutes from the May 11, 2022 regular meeting
The Board approved a contract for site work at Forsythe Middle School and Wines Elementary School to support air conditioning and lighting projects. Additionally, the Board approved three-year contracts for abatement services with four different companies.
- Approved $491,700 contract to Eagle Excavation, Inc. for site work at Forsythe Middle School and Wines Elementary School (5-0)
- Approved three-year contracts for abatement services with Environmental Maintenance Engineers, Inc., Global Green Service Group, LLC, Great Lakes Environmental Service, Inc., and Homrich Wrecking, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the May 11, 2022 Regular Meeting (5-0)
- Approved closed session for May 24, 2022, regarding attorney/client privilege (5-0)
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 11, 2022. They discussed the Spring 2022 bond sale, monthly budget monitoring for March 2022, and the projected budget timeline. First briefings were held on the Forsythe and Wines air conditioning & lighting project and abatement services. The consent agenda was approved, including donations of therapy equipment.
- First briefing on Forsythe and Wines 2022/2023 air conditioning & lighting project – site work
- First briefing on abatement services contracts
- Update on Spring 2022 bond sale
- Monthly budget monitoring report for March 2022
- Consent agenda approved: donations of a Pediatric Mustang Gait Trainer, Theratog Set, Wrist Splints, and Kid Kart Xpress seating to Westerman Preschool
The board approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting and accepted donations. No other substantive board actions were taken during the session.
- Approved agenda (5-1)
- Approved April 27, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved donations (6-0)
8:30 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Finance Committee will meet electronically to review several financial items. Discussions include budget monitoring and updates regarding a bond sale.
- MI Green Power review
- March Budget Monitoring Report
- Spring 2022 Bond Sale update
- Projected Budget Timeline for May/June 2022
The committee met electronically to review several financial items. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Bond Auxiliary Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and accept the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting. It will hear any public comments submitted in advance. The committee will then review two items: the Forsythe & Wines 2022‑23 air‑conditioning and lighting project site work, and a contract for abatement services. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Forsythe & Wines 2022‑23 air‑conditioning and lighting project – site work
- Abatement Services contract
- Review agenda
- Review minutes from April 7, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary
The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the April 7, 2022, meeting. Members reviewed site work for the Forsythe and Wines air conditioning and lighting project and abatement services. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Accepted minutes from April 7, 2022, meeting
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor
The board approved a consent agenda including contracts for middle school classroom furniture ($83,885), Pioneer High School theater carpet ($121,550), and a fuel cooperative purchase. They also heard public commentary regarding library content and received an update on environmental sustainability in the district.
- Approved $121,550 carpet and resilient flooring contract for Pioneer High School Schreiber Auditorium and Little Theater (Shock Brothers Floorcovering)
- Approved $83,885 classroom furniture purchase for newly constructed middle school classrooms (Great Lakes Furniture Supply)
- Approved diesel and gasoline fuel purchase from RKA Petroleum via City of Sterling Heights cooperative contract
- Discussed environmental sustainability update including education program highlights
- Public commentary included 18 sign-ups with attachments addressing misleveled content and access to titles in Sora Digital Library
The Board approved several bond-funded contracts for school air conditioning, lighting, and flooring. It also authorized over $3.6 million for new laptops and projectors and approved limited Schools of Choice for the 2022-23 school year.
- Approved $2,313,900 for 1,800 MacBook Air laptops (6-0)
- Approved $920,000 for 700 Epson Laser Projectors (6-0)
- Approved $363,210 for 900 Dell Chromebooks and 60 Dell Latitude laptops (6-0)
- Approved $1,504,734 for mechanical system controls at Wines Elementary and Forsythe Middle School (6-0)
- Approved $446,850 for roofing and ceilings at Bach Elementary (6-0)
- Approved $24,200 for roofing at Eberwhite Elementary (6-0)
- Approved $121,550 for carpet at Pioneer High School (6-0)
- Approved limited Schools of Choice for 2022-23 school year (5-1)
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting, Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board discussed multiple capital projects including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines schools, classroom furniture for new middle school classrooms, Pioneer High School theater carpet replacement, and instructional technology refreshment. The consent agenda approving minutes and a donation was passed. The meeting also included public commentary and reports from committees.
- First briefing on 2022-23 air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines elementary schools
- First briefing on classroom furniture purchase for newly constructed middle school classrooms
- First briefing on Pioneer High School theater renovation including new carpet
- First briefing on summer 2022 instructional technology refreshment for students, teachers, and classrooms
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for February 2022
The board approved the meeting agenda, donations, and minutes from the January 26, 2022 closed session and the March 23, 2022 regular meeting. Several facility and technology projects were discussed during the first briefing, but no formal actions were recorded for those items.
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the January 26, 2022 Closed Session (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the March 23, 2022 Regular Meeting (7-0)
- Approved donations (7-0)
6:30 PM - Closed Session - Skyline High School
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will meet in a closed session. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, review of the previous meeting minutes, and a review of attorney‑client privileged information. No specific actions or decisions are disclosed in the agenda.
- Call to Order
- Roll Call (discussion, procedural)
- Review Minutes
- Review attorney/client privileged information
- Adjourn closed session
The board met in a closed session to review minutes and attorney/client privileged information. No substantive public decisions were recorded in these minutes.
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will hold an electronic meeting on April 8, 2022, to discuss three items: a Summer 2022 Instructional Technology Refreshment for students, teachers, and classrooms, a Fuel Cooperative Purchase, and the Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for February 2022. The meeting also includes call to order, agenda review, minutes approval from March 4, and public commentary sign-ups. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.
- Summer 2022 Instructional Technology Refreshment for Students, Teachers and Classrooms
- Fuel Cooperative Purchase
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report: February 2022
- Review minutes from March 4, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign-ups
The committee reviewed the Summer 2022 Instructional Technology Refreshment, a fuel cooperative purchase, and the February 2022 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several bond-funded projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines schools. They will also review classroom furniture purchases for new middle school classrooms and a carpet renovation at Pioneer High School's theater. The meeting includes public commentary via advance sign-up.
- Discussion of 2022-23 Air Conditioning and Lighting Projects additional bid categories at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines schools
- Classroom Furniture Purchase for newly constructed middle school classrooms
- Pioneer High School Theater Renovation: new carpet
- Preview site visit to High School for Recording Arts in St. Paul, MN
- Review of minutes from March 3, 2022 meeting
The committee accepted the minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed bid categories for air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Eberwhite, Forsythe, and Wines, as well as new carpet for the Pioneer High School Theater.
- Accepted March 3, 2022 meeting minutes
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium, 1655 Newport Road
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will vote on awarding a $425,100 contract to Sentinel Technologies for network equipment and approving multiple air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach Elementary, Clague Middle School, Eberwhite Elementary, and Forsythe Middle School. The board also discusses capital improvements including Skyline stormwater pumps and Pioneer High School audio/visual equipment. Consent agenda items include donations and meeting minutes.
- Award contract to Sentinel Technologies for E-Rate network equipment, not to exceed $425,100
- Approve air conditioning/lighting projects: Bach Elementary ($45,865), Clague Middle School ($123,057), Eberwhite Elementary, Forsythe Middle School
- Discuss Skyline High School stormwater pumps and irrigation system replacement
- Discuss Pioneer High School audio/visual equipment and theatrical lighting replacement
- Approve donation of three Honeywell air purifiers to Bach Elementary
The Board approved several capital improvement contracts for school facilities, including network equipment and HVAC-related projects. A significant award was made for theatrical lighting and AV equipment at Pioneer High School. The Board also scheduled a closed session for April 12, 2022.
- Approved $1.36M contract for Pioneer High School AV and theatrical lighting (5-0)
- Approved $605,936 for Skyline High School stormwater pumps and irrigation (5-0)
- Approved $425,100 contract with Sentinel Technologies for network equipment (5-0)
- Approved $176,550 for flooring at Forsythe Middle School (5-0)
- Approved $123,056 for landscaping at Clague Middle School (5-0)
- Approved $45,865 for steel at Bach Elementary (5-0)
- Approved $33,277 for steel at Eberwhite Elementary (5-0)
- Approved three-year commissioning services contracts with Synergy Consulting Engineers and Strategic Energy Solutions (5-0)
7:00 PM - Study Session - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium, 1655 Newport Road
The Ann Arbor Public Schools board met for a study session to discuss student social‑emotional wellness and well‑being, and to review Learning Forward academic updates. Public commentary was collected from residents who signed up in advance. The session also covered next steps for the district and planning for future agendas.
- Student Social Emotional Wellness & Well‑Being discussion
- Learning Forward Academic Updates presentation
- Public commentary sign‑up and guidelines
- Next Steps in the AAPS, 2022 and beyond discussion
- Agenda planning items
12:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the Jan. 21, 2022 meeting. It will hear public commentary, including a request to keep mask mandates. Members will discuss an infrastructure grant opportunity, a cross‑generational assistance pilot program, and a “Building Positive Community” initiative.
- Approve agenda
- Approve minutes of Jan 21, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary on mask mandates
- Discussion of infrastructure grant opportunity
- Discussion of cross‑generational assistance pilot program
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from January 21, 2022. Members discussed potential collaborations on infrastructure grant writing, a cross-generational assistance pilot program, and community events including Juneteenth.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved corrected minutes of the January 21, 2022 meeting
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School Auditorium - 1655 Newport Road
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve a bond authorizing resolution for a Spring 2022 bond sale. The board also received first briefings on several capital improvement projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at four schools, Skyline stormwater pump replacement, and Pioneer High School theater upgrades. Donations of air purifiers and pre-filters for Slauson Middle School were accepted. The meeting included a moment of silence and student choir performances.
- Approval of bond authorizing resolution for Spring 2022 bond sale
- First briefing for air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach Elementary, Clague Middle, Eberwhite Elementary, and Forsythe Middle School
- First briefing for Skyline stormwater pumps and irrigation system replacement
- First briefing for Pioneer High School audio/visual equipment and theatrical lighting replacement
- Acceptance of donations of air purifiers and pre-filters for Slauson Middle School
The Board approved the Bond Authorizing Resolution for a proposed bond sale in Spring 2022. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, donations, and minutes from the February 23, 2022 meeting.
- Approved Bond Authorizing Resolution for Spring 2022 bond sale (7-0)
- Approved donations (7-0)
- Approved February 23, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
This Finance Committee meeting of Ann Arbor Public Schools will review minutes from the previous meeting, discuss an annual E-Rate application for network equipment refreshment, and discuss a proposed bond sale for spring 2022. No formal votes are expected; these are preliminary discussions before full board action.
- Review of minutes from February 4, 2022 Finance Committee meeting
- Discussion of Network Equipment Refreshment: Annual E-Rate Application
- Discussion of Proposed Bond Sale, Spring 2022
- Public commentary sign-up available online
The committee reviewed and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2022 meeting. Other items were discussed, but no formal actions were recorded.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved February 4, 2022 meeting minutes
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet electronically to review the agenda and minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. The committee will accept public commentary sign‑ups and discuss the preparation for the 2022 bond sale. No formal decisions are noted; the items are listed for discussion and presentation.
- Review agenda
- Review minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting
- Public commentary sign‑ups
- Preparation for Bond Sale, 2022
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. Ms. Minnick provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the preparation for a 2022 bond sale.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved January 20, 2022 meeting minutes
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Forsythe Middle School - Reconvening February 23, 2022 - Regular Meeting - Sheraton Ann Arbor 3200 Boardwalk
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will reconvene its February 23 meeting and receive a superintendent update on the district's COVID-19 response, including masking protocols. The board will also act on a consent agenda that includes approving donations of air purifiers to three elementary schools and authorizing a refresh of CTE business lab equipment (AN-2080). Additionally, the board will designate a candidate for the MASB Board of Directors Region 7 director position.
- Superintendent update: AAPS COVID response and masking update
- Approve donations: 2 Honeywell HPA300 air purifiers to Angell Elementary, 1 to Bach, 1 to Mitchell
- Approve AN-2080 CTE Business Lab Equipment Refresh
- Designate MASB Region 7 Director candidate (Lopez)
- Approve consent agenda including meeting minutes from Dec 15, 2021 and Feb 9, 2022
The Board approved a purchase for technology hardware at Huron and Pioneer High Schools. They also voted to designate a candidate for the MASB Board of Directors and approved several donations.
- Approved $71,600 CTE Business Labs hardware purchase from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC (7-0)
- Voted for Guillermo Lopez as Region 7 Director for the MASB Board of Directors (6-1)
- Approved donations as presented (7-0)
- Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss four capital improvement items: air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, and Forsythe schools; Skyline High School stormwater pumps and irrigation system replacement; commissioning services for capital projects; and Pioneer High School audio/visual and theatrical lighting replacement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed as discussion only.
- 2022/23 Air Conditioning and Lighting Projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, and Forsythe schools
- Skyline Stormwater Pumps and Irrigation System Replacement
- Commissioning Services for Capital Improvement Projects
- Pioneer High School Audio/Visual Equipment and Theatrical Lighting Replacement
The committee held an electronic meeting to review four project items related to school infrastructure and equipment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Sheraton Ann Arbor, 3200 Boardwalk
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will consider approving five air conditioning and lighting contracts totaling $56,131,573 for Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, Forsythe/Wines, and Pittsfield schools, funded by bond program funds. The board also receives second briefings on professional moving services, painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School, as well as a first briefing on CTE business lab equipment refresh. Other agenda items include a superintendent update and fall 2021 benchmark assessment results.
- Consent agenda: Approve $56,131,573 in contracts for air conditioning and lighting at Bach Elementary ($3,113,847), Clague Middle School ($26,496,166), Eberwhite Elementary ($1,514,482), Forsythe/Wines ($23,617,027), and Pittsfield Elementary ($1,390,051)
- Second briefing: Insulation system replacement at Skyline High School
- Second briefing: Professional moving services contract
- Second briefing: Professional painting services contract
- First briefing: AN-2080 CTE Business Lab equipment refresh
The Board approved several facility contracts funded by Bond Program Funds, including over $56 million for HVAC and lighting upgrades across five schools. Other approved actions included contracts for moving, painting, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School.
- Approved $56,131,573 for air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, Forsythe, Pittsfield, and Wines (7-0)
- Approved contracts with Premier Relocations and Corrigan Moving Systems for professional moving services (7-0)
- Approved contracts with General Painting Co LLC and Papa’s Painting LLC for professional painting services (7-0)
- Approved $2,543,145 contract with Liberty Sheet Metal for insulation system replacement at Skyline High School (7-0)
- Approved January 26, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved donations as presented (7-0)
9:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
This is a discussion meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee. They will review minutes, hear public comment (one sign-up from Emily Fanelli), and discuss two items: a refresh of CTE Business Lab equipment and an update on progress with COVID response funds. No decisions are expected.
- Discussion of CTE Business Lab Equipment Refresh
- Update on progress with COVID Response Funds
- Public commentary sign-up by Emily Fanelli
- Review of minutes from January 14, 2022 Finance Committee meeting
The Finance Committee met electronically to discuss CTE Business Lab equipment and COVID Response Funds. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
6:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee will discuss Fall 2021 benchmark assessment results in math and reading, including subgroup performance and regression analysis. The meeting is electronic and open to the public, with sign-ups for public commentary by two individuals.
- Fall 2021 Benchmark Assessment Results: Fall-to-Fall Math & Reading, Student Groups, Strand Data, Regression Analysis
- Public commentary sign-ups by Dan Konson and Kate Davis
- Review of agenda and minutes from previous meeting
- Agenda planning for future meetings
The committee met to review Fall 2021 benchmark assessment results, including math and reading data, student groups, strand data, and regression analysis. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.
6:30 PM - Closed Session - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
This is a closed-session meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public. The board previously voted to hold this closed session under Michigan law to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent.
- Periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent under MCL 15.268 Section 8(a)
The board met in a closed session to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
7:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
The board will hold first briefings on several facility projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at six elementary and middle schools, professional moving and painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School. A second briefing covers summer 2022 paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines elementary schools. The consent agenda includes approval of those paving projects and minutes from previous meetings.
- 2022-23 air conditioning and lighting projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, Forsythe, Pittsfield, and Wines schools
- Professional moving services contract (AN-2077)
- Professional painting services contract (AN-2078)
- Insulation system replacement at Skyline High School (AN-2079)
- Summer 2022 paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines elementary schools (AN-2071)
The board approved paving projects for Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines Elementary Schools via Lauzzana. Meeting minutes from December 7, 2021, and January 19, 2022, were also approved.
- Approved AN-2071 Summer 2022 Paving Projects for Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield and Wines Elementary Schools - Lauzzana (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the December 7, 2021 Closed Session (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the January 19, 2022 Regular Meeting (7-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
12:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic. Audio Only.
The Ann Arbor City/Schools Committee will hold an electronic discussion-only meeting. Items include a potential infrastructure project, opportunities for student voice, a joint effort to oppose disallowing remote meetings for elected officials, and thoughts on School Safety Committee funding. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 12, 2021 meeting.
- Approve minutes of November 12, 2021 City/Schools Committee meeting
- Discussion of potential infrastructure project (City-M. Dohoney)
- Discussion of opportunities for student voice
- Joint effort to voice concerns on disallowing remote meetings for elected officials
- Discussion of School Safety Committee funding opportunities
7:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will meet electronically to discuss several capital improvement projects funded by the bond, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades at six schools, moving and painting services, and insulation replacement at Skyline High School. The meeting includes review of prior minutes and public comment, but no votes are expected.
- Review of 2022-23 Air Conditioning and Lighting Projects at Bach, Clague, Eberwhite, Forsythe, Pittsfield, and Wines schools
- Discussion of Professional Moving Services
- Discussion of Professional Painting Services
- Insulation System Replacement at Skyline High School
The committee reviewed several facility projects and service contracts. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Courtyard Marriott, 3205 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board will discuss a first briefing on summer 2022 paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines Elementary Schools. The board will also receive monthly budget monitoring reports for November/December 2021 and a superintendent update. Board action includes approving a closed session on January 26, 2022 for a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. Consent agenda items include approval of January 12 meeting minutes and acceptance of donations, including air purifiers for Bach Elementary and a library grant for Bryant Elementary.
- First briefing on summer 2022 paving projects (AN-2071) at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield, and Wines Elementary Schools
- Monthly budget monitoring reports for November and December 2021
- Board action to approve a closed session on Jan 26, 2022 for superintendent evaluation
- Consent agenda: donations of 3 Honeywell air purifiers to Bach Elementary and a library grant to Bryant Elementary
- Public commentary with seven signed-up speakers
The Board approved a closed session for January 26, 2022, to conduct a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent. Other actions included approving the meeting agenda, previous meeting minutes, and donations.
- Approved closed session on January 26, 2022, for Superintendent personnel evaluation (5-0)
- Approved January 12, 2022 Organizational Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved donations (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-1)
8:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting
The Finance Committee will discuss upcoming summer paving projects at Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield and Wines Elementary Schools. They will also review the monthly budget monitoring reports for November and December 2021. A preview of the next steps for the 2022‑23 budget will be presented.
- Summer 2022 paving projects: Logan, Pattengill, Pittsfield and Wines Elementary Schools
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Reports for November/December 2021
- Preview of next steps for the 2022/23 budget
The committee reviewed the agenda and accepted the minutes from the December 3, 2021 meeting. Members discussed summer 2022 paving projects for four elementary schools and budget monitoring reports for November and December 2021. No other formal actions were recorded.
- Accepted minutes of the 12/3/21 Finance Committee meeting
7:00 PM - Organizational Meeting - Sheraton, Ann Arbor - 3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held its organizational meeting, electing officers for the coming year. Rebecca Lazarus was elected President, Jessica Kelly as Vice President, and Susan Baskett as Secretary. The board also held a moment of silence for Pioneer High School student Mollie Faith Havlik. Remaining business includes electing a Treasurer, appointing a Parliamentarian, and assigning committee memberships.
- Moment of silence for Pioneer High School student Mollie Faith Havlik
- Elected Rebecca Lazarus as Board President (7-0)
- Elected Jessica Kelly as Vice President (6-1)
- Elected Susan Baskett as Secretary (6-1)
The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its leadership for the term. Members appointed a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and confirmed a list of designated representative organizations.
- Elected Rebecca Lazarus as President (7-0)
- Elected Jessica Kelly as Vice President (6-1)
- Elected Susan Baskett as Secretary (6-1)
- Administered Oath of Office to Ernesto Querijero as Treasurer
- Appointed Bryan Johnson as Parliamentarian
- Confirmed board designated representative organizations as outlined in policy 1300 (7-0)