Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2023

7:00 PM - EQUITY & INCLUSION COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Equity & Inclusion Committee will meet electronically to review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss planning for 2024. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of agenda and previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 planning for equity and inclusion initiatives
• Public commentary period with sign-up required by 3pm

The committee accepted the minutes from the previous meeting. Members identified four specific topics for discussion in 2024. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on December 20, 2023. The board approved a superintendent salary range of $240,000–$305,000 for the ongoing search and moved a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza to board action for a formal vote. The consent agenda, which included approval of a $10,001 anonymous donation to Huron High School, was also approved.

• Resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza moved to board action (vote 4–3)
• Superintendent salary range set at $240,000–$305,000 (approved 6–1)
• Board meeting calendar for February–July 2024 approved
• Anonymous cash donation of $10,001 to Huron High School approved
• 73 members of the public signed up for public commentary

The Board adopted a proposed ceasefire resolution and approved a salary range for the superintendent search. Other actions included approving the February-July 2024 meeting calendar and accepting donations.

• Adopted proposed Ceasefire Resolution (6-1)
• Approved superintendent salary range of $240,000 to $305,000 (6-1)
• Approved Board Meeting Calendar February-July 2024 (7-0)
• Approved donations (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-2)
• Extended meeting time by 30 minutes (5-2)

7:00 PM - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Executive Committee is holding an electronic meeting with a single substantive item: discussion of the superintendent search. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, public commentary sign-ups, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Discussion of Superintendent Search

The committee received a presentation from Dr. Sharena Shivers of HYA regarding a comparison of Michigan superintendents' salaries. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met on December 13, 2023, to take action on several items, including adopting a revised Board Bylaw 1080 on board engagement (passed 4-3), approving the superintendent search interview schedule, and approving the appointment of Crystal Francis to the WISD Parent Advisory Committee. The board also accepted donations for Forsythe Middle School and Westerman Preschool, and received the Fall 2023 student enrollment report as an information item.

• Adopted revised Board Bylaw 1080 – Board Engagement (4-3 vote)
• Approved superintendent search interview schedule: March 6, March 16, April 3, with site visits March 18–April 26
• Approved appointment of Crystal Francis as AAPAC representative to WISD Parent Advisory Committee
• Accepted donations: Peter Woolf: $500 cash and $638.95 in GoBilda Parts to Forsythe Middle School Robotics; Tim and Liza Weathersby: Amtryke Tricycle and Rifton Pacer Gait Trainer to Westerman Preschool
• Received Fall 2023 Student Enrollment Annual Report

The Board of Education approved a schedule for superintendent search interviews and site visits. They also adopted a revised board engagement bylaw and appointed a representative to the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee.

• Approved superintendent search interview dates for March 6, March 16, and April 3, and site visits from March 18 to April 26 (7-0)
• Adopted revised Board Bylaw 1080-Board Engagement (4-3)
• Appointed Crystal Francis as the AAPAC representative for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved donations (7-0)
• Approved December 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting/Study Session - Earhart Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved consent agenda items totaling $507,462 for capital improvements at Huron High School, Pioneer High School, and Lawton Elementary School. The board also discussed and amended Board Engagement Policy 1080 regarding school visits by board members, and tabled further discussion of Board Policy 1110 on officer selection until after the organizational meeting. A land acknowledgement statement was introduced during the study session.

• Approved $267,682 for Huron High School pool equipment hoist monorail system (Lee Machinery Movers, Spence Brothers)
• Approved $131,100 for Pioneer High School boiler house slab repair (RAM Construction Services)
• Approved $108,682 for Lawton Elementary School south lawn drainage improvements (Highland Services, Heritage and Company)
• Amended Board Engagement Policy 1080 by striking 'may' from the third paragraph; motion carried 5-2
• Tabled Board Policy 1110 on selection of officers and length of term until after the Organizational Meeting

The Board approved several capital program contracts for facility upgrades at Huron High, Pioneer High, Clague Middle, and Lawton Elementary schools. It also approved a land acknowledgement to be read monthly and designated directors for a risk management trust.

• Approved $1.47M Huron High School pool improvements (7-0)
• Approved $267,682 Huron High School pool hoist monorail system (7-0)
• Approved $131,100 Pioneer High School boiler house slab repair (7-0)
• Approved $236,514 Clague Middle School elevator upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $108,682 Lawton Elementary south lawn drainage improvements (7-0)
• Approved $202,745 Stone School Road property demolition (7-0)
• Approved Land Acknowledgement for first meeting of each month (7-0)
• Tabled Board Policy 1110 regarding officer selection and term length (6-0)

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The AAPS Governance Committee will meet electronically to discuss revisions to Board Engagement Policy 1080 concerning school visits by board members and the voting process to elect officers. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public commentary sign-ups.

• Review and approval of September 11 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Board Engagement Policy 1080 - School Visits by Board Members
• Discussion of Voting Process to Elect Officers
• Public commentary sign-up process

The committee met to review the Board Engagement Policy regarding school visits and the officer election voting process. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

10:00 AM - Board Workshop/Professional Development Session - Earhart Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a professional development workshop on restorative practices, with no voting items or public sign-ups. The session focuses on building resonant relationships and includes a listening circle.

• Professional development session: Building Resonant Relationships Through Restorative Practices led by Andrei Nichols
• No public commentary sign-ups received
• No action items or votes on the agenda

The Board conducted a professional development session titled 'Building Resonant Relationships Through Restorative Practices' led by Andrei Nichols of ADN & Associates. No substantive policy or budget decisions were recorded.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The board will consider a failed motion to add discussion on superintendent search timing, hear the 2022-23 annual financial audit report from Plante/Moran, receive the Fall 2023 Strategic Equity Plan update, and review the Culture & Climate Annual Report 2023. First briefings on multiple facility projects at Huron, Pioneer, Clague, Lawton, and Stone School Road are also scheduled.

• Motion to add discussion of superintendent search timing as agenda item 8B failed 2-4
• 2022-23 Annual Financial Audit Report presentation by Plante/Moran
• Strategic Equity Plan Update Fall 2023
• Culture & Climate Annual Report 2023
• First briefings on pool improvements, boiler slab repair, demolition, elevator upgrades, and drainage at various schools

The Board of Education approved the selection of the HYA firm to conduct the superintendent search. The board also accepted the 2022-23 annual financial audit and approved several sets of meeting minutes and donations.

• Approved HYA firm for Superintendent Search (4-2)
• Accepted 2022-23 Annual Financial Audit (6-0)
• Approved donations (6-0)
• Approved September 27, 2023 Closed Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied motion to add superintendent search timing to agenda (2-4)

7:00 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Planning Committee will meet electronically to review the agenda and minutes from June, hear public commentary, and discuss an update on the Strategic Equity Plan. Previous updates from March 2023 and earlier will be referenced.

• Strategic Equity Plan Update – discussion item with past presentations referenced from 3/8/23, 12/21/22, 5/16/21, and 3/4/20

The committee accepted the agenda and minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting. Superintendent Swift presented an update on the Strategic Equity Plan. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted June 12, 2023 meeting agenda and minutes

2:30pm - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss several capital improvement projects funded by bond proceeds, including pool improvements at Huron High School, boiler slab repair at Pioneer High School, elevator upgrades at Clague Middle School, and drainage improvements at Lawton Elementary School. The committee will also review the Stone School Road property demolition and address teacher and staff concerns related to capital projects. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Huron High School pool improvements and monorail system
• Pioneer High School boiler house slab repair
• Stone School Road property post-deconstruction salvage demolition
• Clague Middle School elevator upgrades
• Lawton Elementary School south lawn drainage improvements

The committee held an electronic meeting to review several capital projects. The minutes record discussions on facility improvements, but no formal votes or decisions were documented.

6:00 PM Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public and not recorded. The board will review minutes from the previous closed session and discuss attorney/client privileged information under state law. No public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of minutes from closed session of 9/27/23
• Discussion of attorney/client privileged information

7:00 PM - Special Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board approved an interim superintendent employment agreement appointing Jazz Parks as interim superintendent. The board also interviewed three search firms—Michigan Association of School Boards, Hazard Young Attea & Associates, and McPherson & Jacobson—as part of the process to select a permanent superintendent.

• Approved interim superintendent contract appointing Jazz Parks
• Interviewed Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) for superintendent search
• Interviewed Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) for superintendent search
• Interviewed McPherson & Jacobson, LLC for superintendent search
• Public commentary sign-up process detailed for residents

The Board approved an employment agreement appointing Jazz Parks, Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership, as Interim Superintendent. The Board also conducted interviews with three superintendent search firms.

• Approved Interim Superintendent Employment Agreement for Jazz Parks (7-0)

3:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Finance Committee will hold an electronic meeting. The primary item is a discussion of the FY 2022-23 Annual Financial Audit. No public commentary was submitted. The meeting includes review of prior minutes and adjournment.

• Review of minutes from October 20, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of FY 2022-23 Annual Financial Audit

The Finance Committee met electronically to review the FY 2022-23 Annual Financial Audit presented by Plante Moran. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board voted to hold a closed session on November 8 for attorney/client privilege and approved a $61,585 bulk salt purchase. They also discussed desired values for a superintendent search firm and a land acknowledgment statement.

• Approved purchase of bulk salt from Detroit Salt Company for $61,585 for 2023-24 school year
• Voted to hold closed session on November 8, 2023 at 6:00 PM for attorney/client privilege
• Discussed desired values and priorities in a superintendent search firm
• Discussed a land acknowledgment proposal
• Received annual report on 2023 SAT student achievement

The Board approved a contract for bulk salt for the 2022-23 school year and the minutes from the October 18 meeting. Members also scheduled a closed session for November 8 and discussed priorities for a superintendent search firm.

• Approved $61,585 bulk salt purchase from Detroit Salt Company (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the 10/18/23 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved closed session for November 8, 2023, for attorney/client privilege (5-2)
• Approved agenda as presented (4-3)

2:30 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the alignment of the 2023-24 budget. The agenda also includes review of minutes from September 6 and public commentary.

• Discussion of 2023-24 Budget Alignment
• Review of minutes from September 6, 2023 meeting
• Public commentary sign-ups

The committee accepted the minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed information presented by Ms. Minnick regarding the alignment of the 2023-24 budget.

• Accepted September 6, 2023 meeting minutes

10:00 AM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee will review the 2023 SAT Report on student achievement. The committee will also discuss and approve minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting and plan future agenda items. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up.

• Review of the 2023 SAT Report on student achievement
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2023 Performance Committee meeting
• Public commentary sign-up and guidelines
• Agenda planning for future committee meetings

The committee met electronically to review the 2023 SAT Student Achievement Annual Report presented by Dr. Berger. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

7:00 PM - EQUITY & INCLUSION COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Equity & Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to discuss an update to the Land Acknowledgement, priorities and next steps, and to review the previous meeting's minutes. The agenda includes time for public commentary, with one submitted comment questioning equity in resource distribution among schools. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of updating the Land Acknowledgement
• Discussion of committee priorities and next steps
• Public commentary from Bob Rourke questioning equity in resource distribution based on income levels and funding

The committee met to discuss updating the land acknowledgement and establishing priorities and next steps. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 18, 2023. The board discussed a first briefing on a bulk salt purchase (AN-2147) and a policy on board engagement. It also approved a consent agenda including donations and meeting minutes, and certified voting delegates for the MASB conference.

• First briefing on Annex AN-2147 bulk salt purchase for 2023-24
• Discussion of Board Engagement Policy 1080 on school visits by board members
• Approval of donations: a trombone (Mary Baird) and an acoustic guitar and case (Priscilla Spencer)
• Certification of voting delegates (Schmidt, Feaster, Baskett) and alternates for MASB Annual Leadership Conference
• Approval of minutes from September 27 regular and October 11 special meetings

The Board approved the consent agenda, including donations and previous meeting minutes. Members certified the voting delegates and alternates for the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB). A proposed update to the Board Engagement Policy regarding school visits was returned to the Governance committee for simplification.

• Approved consent agenda including donations (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/27/23 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 10/11/23 Special Meeting (7-0)
• Certified MASB voting delegates (Schmidt, Feaster, Baskett) and alternates (Dupree, Mohammad, Querijero) (7-0)
• Returned Board Engagement Policy 1080 school visit section to Governance committee

7:00 PM - Special Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This special meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education focused on appointing a new trustee to fill a vacant seat. The board also named Jazz Parks as interim superintendent and approved a request for proposals for superintendent search firm services.

• Appointment of Torchio Feaster to the Board of Education trusteeship
• Naming of Jazz Parks as Interim Superintendent, subject to contract negotiations
• Approval of Request for Proposal 24.0010 for Superintendent Search Firm Services
• Interviews of 10 candidates for the vacant trustee seat
• Motion to approve the meeting agenda failed initially, then passed on a second vote

The Board appointed Torchio Feaster to fill a vacant trustee seat following a series of candidate interviews. The Board also named Jazz Parks as Interim Superintendent and approved a Request for Proposal (RFP) for superintendent search firm services.

• Appointed Torchio Feaster to vacant Board seat (4-2)
• Named Jazz Parks as Interim Superintendent (6-0)
• Approved RFP for Superintendent Search Firm Services with amendments (5-1)
• Approved agenda as presented (4-1)
• Denied motion to add clarification of Executive Committee role to agenda (2-3)
• Approved removal of 3-3 voting provision for candidate selection (6-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda including three contracts: athletic field and lawn maintenance (up to $4,842,454 for DJs Landscape Maintenance), security services ($1,431,836 for patrol and $135,207 for event security with Great Lakes Security), and a reimbursement to the City of Ann Arbor for sidewalk improvements at Scio Church/S. Seventh Street ($88,455.68). The board also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved three-year contract with DJs Landscape Maintenance for athletic fields (up to $4,842,454 over five years)
• Approved three-year contract with DJs Landscape Maintenance for lawn maintenance (up to $2,305,698 over five years)
• Approved five-year contract with Great Lakes Security for after-hours patrol ($1,431,836) and event security ($135,207)
• Approved $88,455.68 reimbursement to City of Ann Arbor for sidewalk paving at Scio Church/S. Seventh Street
• Approved minutes from regular meetings on 9/13/23 and 9/20/23 and closed sessions from April–August 2023

The Board approved several service contracts including landscaping and security patrols. It also authorized a reimbursement to the City of Ann Arbor for sidewalk improvements and amended the separation agreement date for the Superintendent.

• Approved $4,842,454 five-year contract with DJs Landscape Maintenance (6-0)
• Approved $1,431,836 security patrol and $135,207 event security contract with Howell Holdings LLC (6-0)
• Approved $88,455.68 reimbursement to City of Ann Arbor for Scio Church/S. Seventh Street sidewalks (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/13/23 and 9/20/23 regular meetings (6-0)
• Approved minutes from closed sessions dated 4/26, 6/21, 8/7, 8/23, and 8/30 (6-0)
• Approved amending Dr. Swift's separation agreement date to November 16, 2023 (5-1)

6:00 PM Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a closed session at the Earhart Road Building. This meeting is not open to the public and is intended for the review of attorney/client privileged information.

• Review of minutes from previous closed sessions on 4/26/23, 6/21/23, 8/7/23, 8/23/23, and 8/30/23
• Discussion of attorney/client privileged information

The board conducted a closed session to review previous meeting minutes and discuss attorney/client privileged information. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board discussed and took action on two key personnel matters. They approved a process to appoint a new board member and directed the district's attorney to approach executive cabinet members interested in the interim superintendent position. Staff was also authorized to solicit proposals from several search firms for a permanent superintendent search. Ten registered speakers provided public commentary.

• Board approved a motion to establish the appointment process for filling a board vacancy.
• Board voted 5–1 to direct the district attorney to approach executive cabinet members for interim superintendent candidates.
• Board voted 5–1 to direct staff to contact five search firms (Hank Harris – Human Capital, Michigan Leadership Institute, McPherson/Jacobsen, Hazard, Young, Attea and Ray & Associates) for superintendent search presentations.
• Public commentary sign-ups included ten individuals: Wiliam Kellar, Kelly Sexton, Julia Blough, Jessica Lucke, Eric Roberts, Mary Wiese, Bryan Johnson, Kashatria Moore, Glenn Nelson, Sarah Pope.

The board approved a process to identify candidates for an interim superintendent and directed staff to contact five firms for presentations on the permanent superintendent search process. The board also noted the resignation of member Jacinda Townsend Gides.

• Approved motion to direct District attorney to ask executive cabinet members for interim superintendency candidates (4-2)
• Approved directing Ms. Osinski to contact five firms for presentations on the superintendent search process (5-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to hear reports from associations and public commentary. A joint statement from multiple bargaining units criticizes recent board actions regarding the superintendent and calls for rescinding two motions passed on August 7, 2023, greater transparency, and improved board conduct.

• Joint statement from AAEA, AAAA, AAEA-OP, AAEA-P, ASCSA, and AFSCME-TSP asks board to rescind two motions from August 7, 2023, and slow the superintendent separation process
• 17 individuals signed up for public commentary
• Motion to approve agenda carried unanimously by seven board members
• Union request for board members to be assigned to schools/clusters for 'listen and learn' sessions
• Union calls for board president to improve procedural management and rebuild trust

The Board approved the voluntary settlement and resignation agreement for Superintendent Dr. Jeanice Swift. Other key actions included authorizing a $15 million line of credit and approving emergency wall repairs at Huron High School.

• Adopted Superintendent separation agreement and accepted Dr. Jeanice Swift's resignation (5-2)
• Authorized a line of credit for fiscal year 2023-24 up to $15 million (7-0)
• Approved $102,500 emergency contract to Grit Services, LLC for Huron High School exterior wall repair (7-0)
• Approved minutes from seven previous meetings/retreats (7-0)
• Scheduled closed session for September 27, 2023, regarding attorney/client privilege (7-0)
• Directed Executive Committee to meet with MASB consultant Jay Bennett to clarify presentation (5-2)
• Denied motion to strike October 31st deadline from resignation agreement (3-4)
• Denied motion to determine if exit should be extended to November 15 (3-4)

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The AAPS Governance Committee will meet electronically to review and discuss two draft policies: Board Engagement Policy 1080 on school visits by board members, and Board Communication Policy 1070 on email and social media. The meeting is open to the public but will not be recorded. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Review of Board Engagement Policy 1080: School Visits by Board Members
• Review of Board Communication Policy 1070: Email, Social Media/Digital Communications
• Public commentary sign-up required by 3pm before the 7pm meeting
• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting

The committee reviewed two board policies. Adjustments were made to the Board Engagement Policy for future full board review, while no changes were recommended for the Board Communication Policy.

• Adjusted Board Engagement Policy 1080 (School Visits by Board Members) for full board review
• Recommended no changes to Board Communication Policy 1070 (Email, Social Media/Digital Communications)

10:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several financial items, including the authorization of a line of credit for the 2023-24 school year, an emergency exterior wall repair at Huron High School, and reimbursement to the City of Ann Arbor for sidewalk improvements. Other discussion items include summer purchasing and hiring authority, athletic fields maintenance, district security services, and an audit update. Public commentary will be accepted with prior sign-up.

• Authorization of Line of Credit 2023-24
• Emergency Exterior Wall Repair: Huron High School
• AAPS reimbursement to City of Ann Arbor: Sidewalk Improvements - Scio Church/Seventh Avenue
• Athletic Fields and Lawn Maintenance Services
• District Security Services: After-Hours Patrol and Event Security

The committee accepted the minutes from the June 9, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items were discussed, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded for the remaining items.

• Accepted June 9, 2023 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Special Meeting - Earhart Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

At a special meeting on August 30, 2023, the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to bring forward a previously failed motion to approve a voluntary settlement and resignation agreement for Superintendent Dr. Jeanice Swift to the next regular meeting on September 13. The board also approved the engagement of a superintendent search facilitator and recessed into closed session for attorney/client privilege discussions. Public commentary was received from 18 individuals.

• Motion to recess to closed session for attorney/client privilege (carried 6-0)
• Motion to engage a superintendent search consultant or firm as soon as possible (carried 6-0)
• Motion to bring forward the failed settlement and resignation agreement for Dr. Jeanice Swift to the September 13 regular meeting (carried 5-1, with Susan Baskett voting no)
• Public commentary sign-ups included 18 individuals and five written submissions
• President appointed a parliamentarian and a non-voting member was introduced

The Board voted to engage a superintendent search consultant or firm. A resolution regarding the settlement and resignation agreement for Dr. Jeanice Swift was not approved and will be brought forward at the September 13, 2023, meeting.

• Approved motion to engage a superintendent search consultant/firm (6-0)
• Denied motion to table Dr. Jeanice Swift's settlement and resignation agreement to Sept 13 (3-3)
• Denied resolution to approve Voluntary Settlement and Resignation Agreement for Dr. Jeanice Swift (3-3)
• Approved motion to bring the settlement and resignation agreement for Dr. Jeanice Swift to the Sept 13, 2023 meeting (5-1)
• Appointed Trustee Jeff Gaynor as parliamentarian
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education voted to recess into a closed session under the Michigan Open Meetings Act Section 8(h) to review attorney/client privileged information. This meeting was not open to the public and was not recorded. No other business or public discussion occurred.

• Closed session to review attorney/client privileged information

The board met in a closed session to receive information from attorney David Comsa. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Equity & Inclusion Committee - Electronic Meeting

The board's Equity & Inclusion Committee will hold an electronic meeting to discuss updating the district's land acknowledgement, review a presentation on using data to increase equity in Ann Arbor Public Schools, and consider other topics and next steps. Public commentary will be taken on concerns about the Carpenter Elementary School incident and the administrative leave of Principal Michael Johnson. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Update Land Acknowledgement
• Using Data to Increase Equity in the AAPS – presentation by Dr. Angela Guy-Lee
• Public commentary on Carpenter Elementary School incident and Principal Michael Johnson's leave
• Other Topics & Next Steps
• Agenda Planning

The committee met electronically to discuss using data to increase equity in AAPS with guest Dr. Angela Guy-Lee. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Accepted the agenda with no changes

Closed Session - Skyline High School, 2552 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met in open session on August 23, 2023, then voted to adjourn to a closed session permitted under Michigan law (MCL 15.268 Section 8(h)) to review attorney/client privileged information. The closed session was not open to the public and was not recorded. No public business was conducted.

• Closed session to review attorney/client privileged information

The board met in a closed session to receive information presented by attorney David Comsa. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Skyline High School, 2552 N. Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will vote on continuing as a participating district in the Washtenaw Educational Options Consortium (WEOC), renewing the Michigan High School Athletic Association membership for 2023-24, and approving donations. The board will also hear a back-to-school update and introduce new principals for Fall 2023.

• Continue participation in Washtenaw Educational Options Consortium (WEOC)
• Renew Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) membership for 2023-24
• Approve donations (amounts not specified)
• Introduction of incoming Fall 2023 principals and school leaders
• Back-to-School Update presentation

The Board of Education approved continued participation in the Washtenaw Educational Options Consortium and renewed its membership with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. The board also approved a set of donations and entered a closed session for attorney-client privilege.

• Approved resolution to continue as a participating district in the Washtenaw Educational Options Consortium (6-0)
• Approved Michigan High School Athletic Association Resolution Renewal for 2023-24 (6-1)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn to Closed Session for Attorney/Client Privilege (7-0)

Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public or recorded, held to review attorney/client privileged information under the Michigan Open Meetings Act. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Closed session under MCL 15.268 Section 8(h) for attorney/client privileged information

The board met in a closed session to receive information presented by attorney David Comsa. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:00 PM - Special Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This special meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board is largely procedural: it includes call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, introduction of a non-voting member, and public commentary from 14 sign-ups. The only substantive action is a recess to closed session, after which the board will resume open meeting and adjourn.

• 14 members of the public signed up for public commentary, including Jessica Kelly, Bryan Johnson, Rebecca Lazarus, and others
• Board action item listed but no specifics provided in agenda
• Recess to closed session (purpose not specified in agenda)
• Motion to approve the agenda carried 6-0 with a roll call vote

The Board of Education voted to issue a pre-termination without cause notice to the Superintendent. Additionally, the Board directed their attorney to negotiate a separation settlement for a period not to exceed 30 days.

• Motion to cease and desist conversation regarding Superintendent termination failed (2-5)
• Approved motion to issue pre-termination without cause notice to the Superintendent (4-3)
• Approved motion to direct attorney to enter separation settlement for no longer than 30 days (4-3)

1:00 PM - Board Retreat - 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a board retreat for Ann Arbor Public Schools focused on discussing the Board of Education Goals and the Board Mission Statement. No votes or decisions are expected; it is a discussion-only session. Public commentary sign-ups are accepted prior to the meeting.

• Discussion of Board of Education Goals
• Discussion of Board Mission Statement
• Public commentary sign-up available

The Board of Education met for a retreat to discuss board goals and the board mission statement. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

4:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a procedural regular meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education. The board will consider organization of the board and hear public commentary from two registered speakers. No substantive policy or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public commentary with two registered speakers (Sarah Burch, Jordan Else)
• Organization of the Board — action item with discussion
• Introduction of a non-voting member
• Motion to approve the agenda and adjourn

President Jacinda Townsend Gides resigned her officer position. Rima Mohammad became President and Krystle DuPree was elected as Vice President.

• Approved the agenda (7-0)
• Elected Krystle DuPree as Vice President (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:45 PM (7-0)

7:00 PM - Equity & Inclusion Committee - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Equity & Inclusion Committee will hold an electronic meeting to discuss organizational objectives and process. The agenda is primarily procedural and organizational, with all items marked for discussion only and no votes or binding decisions scheduled. The committee will review a land acknowledgment presentation and plan future agenda items. No public commentary sign-ups were recorded for this session.

• Presentation: Land Acknowledgment
• Organizational Discussion: Objectives and Process
• Agenda Planning
• Public Commentary sign-up deadline (3:00 PM)

The committee accepted the meeting agenda and viewed a presentation on Land Acknowledgment. Members reviewed a draft document to establish the Equity & Inclusion Committee as a standing committee of the board.

• Accepted the meeting agenda
• Reviewed draft bylaws to establish the committee as a standing committee of the board

6:00 PM - Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public. The board will review minutes and discuss attorney-client privileged information as permitted under Michigan law.

• Closed session under MCL 15.268 Section 8(h) for attorney-client privileged information
• Review of previous meeting minutes

The board met in a closed session to receive information from attorney David Comsa. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The board holds a second public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 general fund budget and discusses the amended 2022-2023 budget. It also reviews recommendations for decodable texts, high school geometry curricula, and a pediatric therapy contract. The meeting includes recognition of the Washtenaw Elementary Science Olympiad's 20 years of service.

• Second public hearing on the 2023-2024 AAPS General Fund proposed budget
• Briefing on the General Fund 2022-2023 amended budget
• AN-2140: Decodable Texts purchase recommendation
• AN-2141: High School Geometry curricula adoption
• AN-2139: Pediatric Therapy contract recommendation

The Board approved the general fund budgets for the current and upcoming school years. Members also authorized several curriculum purchases and a pediatric therapy contract. Additionally, the Superintendent was granted spending and hiring authority for summer preparations.

• Adopted General Fund 2022-2023 Amended Budget (7-0)
• Adopted General Fund 2023-2024 Proposed Budget (7-0)
• Approved $289,660 purchase of decodable texts from Cherry Lake Publishing and Benchmark Education Company (7-0)
• Approved $104,450 adoption of Kendall Hunt Illustrative Mathematics for Geometry courses (6-1)
• Awarded $489,412.50 contract to Pediatric Therapy Associates for 2023 summer and 2023-2024 school year services (7-0)
• Approved My Future Fund AAPS Participation (7-0)
• Delegated authority to Superintendent for summer purchases up to $250,000 per transaction and staff hiring (7-0)
• Approved Board Meeting Calendar for July 2023 - January 2024 (7-0)

9:30 AM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee will discuss the Spring 2023 NWEA Achievement Report, a review of student assessment data. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public commentary, and agenda planning. No formal votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Review of the Spring 2023 NWEA Achievement Report
• Approval of minutes from the May 18, 2023 Performance Committee meeting
• Public commentary sign-up and reading
• Agenda planning for future meetings

The committee accepted the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the Spring 2023 NWEA Achievement Report presented by Dawn Linden and Dr. Berger.

• Accepted May 18, 2023 meeting minutes

3:00 PM - Board Retreat - 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a board retreat, not a regular business meeting. The board will discuss board governance as a team effort, facilitated by Yvonne Caamal Canul of the Michigan Association of School Boards. No votes or formal decisions are on the agenda.

• Board governance discussion led by MASB facilitator Yvonne Caamal Canul
• Public commentary sign-ups required 4 hours before the 3:00 PM start
• Meeting not audio or video recorded

The Board of Education met for a retreat focused on board governance facilitated by the MASB. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a first briefing and public hearing on the proposed 2023-24 General Fund Budget and a proposed amendment to the 2022-23 budget. Also under first briefing are recommendations for decodable texts purchase, geometry curricula adoption, and a pediatric therapy contract. The consent agenda includes cash donations totaling $2,069 toward student meal debt. A board action to approve participation in the My Future Fund was tabled to the June 21 meeting.

• Proposed 2023-24 General Fund Budget (first briefing and public hearing), see attached FY24 Proposed Budget Book
• Proposed amendment to 2022-23 General Fund Budget (first briefing)
• Recommendation to purchase decodable texts from multiple vendors (first briefing)
• Geometry curricula adoption pilot recommendation (first briefing)
• Pediatric therapy contract recommendation (first briefing)

The Board approved the FY 2023-2024 Tax Millage Levy Resolution and the 2023-24 Course Guide. A decision on My Future Fund participation was tabled, and a closed session was scheduled for June 21, 2023.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Tax Millage Levy Resolution (7-0)
• Approved AAPS 2023-24 Course Guide (7-0)
• Tabled My Future Fund AAPS Participation to June 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved closed session for June 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM for Attorney/Client Privilege (7-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)

7:15 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee will discuss a recommendation for geometry curricula adoption and review a Seattle social media lawsuit. The committee will also review minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting and accept public commentary.

• Discussion of recommendation for geometry curricula adoption
• Review of Seattle Social Media Lawsuit
• Review and approval of minutes from May 24, 2022 meeting
• Public commentary sign-ups

The committee accepted the minutes from the May 24, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed information regarding a Seattle social media lawsuit and a recommendation for geometry curricula adoption. No formal votes or decisions were recorded for the discussion items.

• Accepted May 24, 2022 meeting minutes

1:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will review the monthly budget monitoring report, proposed amendments to the 2022-23 budget, and the proposed 2023-24 General Fund Budget. The committee will also discuss a purchase of decodable texts and a contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report
• Proposed 2022-23 General Fund Budget Amendment
• Proposed 2023-24 General Fund Budget
• Decodable Texts Purchase
• Pediatric Therapy Associates Contract

The committee reviewed the monthly budget monitoring report, proposed general fund budgets for 2022-23 and 2023-24, and contracts for decodable texts and Pediatric Therapy Associates. The minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting were accepted.

• Accepted minutes from June 5, 2023 meeting

11:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee meets electronically to review minutes from May, take public comment, and discuss the My Future Fund presented by Sara Saylor. No decisions are anticipated at this committee meeting.

• Review of May 5 meeting minutes
• My Future Fund discussion with Sara Saylor
• Public commentary sign-ups

The Finance Committee met electronically to review the agenda and previous minutes. The committee accepted the minutes from the May 5, 2023, meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Accepted minutes from May 5, 2023 meeting

11:00 AM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, accept public commentary, and discuss an update on Pathways to Success and Mitchell Elementary.

• Discussion of Pathways to Success and Mitchell Elementary update

The committee accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 5, 2023. Mr. Stansbury provided updates regarding Pathways to Success and Mitchell Elementary.

• Agenda accepted
• May 5, 2023 meeting minutes accepted

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board voted to approve a notice calling for public hearings on the 2023-2024 AAPS General Fund Proposed Budget, to be held June 14 and June 21, 2023. The board also approved a resolution supporting the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) proposed general fund budget for 2023-2024. Additionally, the board accepted donations and reviewed the 2022 Graduation Annual Report.

• Approved notice for public hearings on 2023-2024 AAPS General Fund Proposed Budget (June 14 and June 21, 2023)
• Approved resolution supporting WISD Proposed General Fund Budget 2023-2024
• Accepted donations: UM Social Work In Schools toward Scarlett Middle School lunch debt; End the Cycle toward Carpenter and Allen Elementary lunch debt; Books for Kids donated 24 books for AAPI Month to Ann Arbor Open
• Presented 2022 Graduation Annual Report

The Board approved a resolution supporting the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) Proposed General Fund Budget for 2023-2024. It also scheduled public hearings for the 2023-2024 AAPS General Fund Proposed Budget. Additionally, the Board appointed representatives for the upcoming WISD Biennial Election.

• Approved notice for public hearings on 2023-2024 AAPS General Fund Proposed Budget for June 14 and June 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved resolution to support Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) Proposed General Fund Budget 2023-2024 (6-1)
• Appointed Ernesto Querijero as electoral designee and Susan Ward Schmidt as alternate for the June 5, 2023 WISD Biennial Election (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the May 17, 2023 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)

9:30 AM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Performance Committee will discuss the 2022 Annual Graduation Report and High School Supports. They will also review minutes from the March 2 meeting, hear public commentary, and plan future agenda items.

• Discussion of the 2022 Annual Graduation Report and High School Supports

The committee accepted the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the 2022 Annual Graduation Report and High School Supports.

• Accepted March 2, 2023 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved five capital improvement contracts for Huron High School, Pioneer High School, and Thurston Elementary School. The board also received a monthly budget monitoring report and a preview of FY24 school aid budget proposals from the executive, house, and senate. No public comments were submitted for the meeting.

• Approved $743,314 contract for exterior site lighting improvements at Huron High School (J. Ranck Electric, Inc.)
• Approved $212,604 contract for kitchen serving line equipment at Huron High School (Stafford-Smith)
• Approved $107,353 contract for boiler house structural reinforcement at Pioneer High School (Ideal Contracting)
• Approved $90,136 contract for solar equipment enclosure at Pioneer High School (BNE Services)
• Approved $99,791 contract for Thurston Pond berm repair at Thurston Elementary School (D&K Construction)

The Board approved five capital program contracts for lighting, kitchen equipment, structural reinforcement, solar enclosures, and pond repair across three schools. Additionally, the Board designated representatives for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District Biennial Election.

• Approved $743,314 Huron High School lighting contract to J. Ranck Electric, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $212,604 Huron High School kitchen equipment contract to Stafford-Smith-Sourcewell (7-0)
• Approved $107,353 Pioneer High School boiler house reinforcement contract to Ideal Contracting (7-0)
• Approved $90,136 Pioneer High School solar equipment enclosure contract to BNE Services (7-0)
• Approved $48,024 Thurston Elementary School pond berm repair contract to Blue Ribbon Contracting (7-0)
• Designated Ernesto Querijero as electoral designee and Susan Schmidt as alternate for WISD election (7-0)
• Approved May 3 Study Session and May 10 Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)

12:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting.

The Ann Arbor Public Schools City/Schools Committee will discuss environmental sustainability efforts. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the March 3, 2023 meeting and hear public commentary.

• Discussion of Environmental Sustainability Efforts
• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2023 City/Schools Committee meeting
• Public commentary period

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 3, 2023. Members discussed environmental sustainability efforts, including school recycling challenges and the city's electric fleet transition. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved March 3, 2023 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The board voted 4-3 to approve limited Schools of Choice for the 2023-24 school year. Members also held first briefings on capital projects at Huron and Pioneer High Schools and Thurston Elementary. The consent agenda approving previous minutes passed unanimously.

• Approved limited Schools of Choice for 2023-24 (4-3 vote)
• First briefing on AN-2134: Exterior site lighting improvements at Huron High School
• First briefing on AN-2135: Kitchen serving line equipment at Huron High School
• First briefing on AN-2136: Boiler house structural reinforcement at Pioneer High School
• First briefing on AN-2138: Thurston Pond berm repair at Thurston Elementary School

The board approved limited Schools of Choice for the 2023-24 school year. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 12, 2023 regular meeting.

• Approved limited Schools of Choice for 2023-24 School Year (4-3)
• Approved April 12, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

3:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee meets electronically to discuss five bond-funded capital improvement projects. Items include exterior lighting and kitchen serving equipment at Huron High School, boiler and solar improvements at Pioneer High School, and pond berm repair at Thurston Elementary School. The meeting is a discussion session with no scheduled votes or decisions.

• Exterior Site Lighting Improvements at Huron High School
• Kitchen Serving Line Equipment at Huron High School
• Boiler House Structural Reinforcement at Pioneer High School
• Solar Equipment Enclosure at Pioneer High School
• Thurston Pond Berm Repair at Thurston Elementary School

The committee reviewed several facility improvement items for Huron High School, Pioneer High School, and Thurston Elementary School. No formal votes or decisions were recorded for these items.

• Accepted agenda
• Accepted April 5, 2023 meeting minutes

11:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the monthly budget monitoring report for March 2023, preview state aid budget proposals for FY24, and plan next steps for the proposed original budget. The meeting includes public commentary via sign-up. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion.

• Review of March 2023 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report
• Preview of FY24 School Aid Budget Proposals from Executive/House/Senate
• Discussion of next steps for FY24 Proposed Original Budget
• Public commentary accepted via online sign-up or email

The Finance Committee met electronically to review the March 2023 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report and discuss next steps for the FY24 Proposed Original Budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

7:00 PM - Study Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education holds a study session to discuss student social-emotional and mental health supports, academic learning and recovery, and middle school instructional support. No public commentary was received. The board also hears a superintendent update and plans future agenda items.

• Presentation and discussion on student wellbeing: social-emotional and mental health supports
• Discussion on academic learning and recovery support
• Discussion on middle school instructional support
• Superintendent update to the board
• No public commentary was presented for this meeting

The board conducted a study session focusing on student mental health, academic recovery, and middle school instructional support. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

6:00 PM - Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This meeting is a closed session not open to the public, authorized under Michigan law for an informal superintendent evaluation and review of attorney-client privileged information. The board previously voted on March 8, 2023, to hold this session. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Closed session for informal superintendent evaluation (MCL 15.268 Section 8(a))
• Closed session to review attorney-client privileged information (MCL 15.268 Section 8(h))

The board met in a closed session to discuss attorney/client privileged information and an informal superintendent evaluation. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

7:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda that includes the purchase of robotic equipment for $235,622.15 and five special needs buses for $749,300. The board also voted to establish a standing committee on equity and inclusion and approved tentative agreements with four employee groups. A discussion was held on the recommended standing committee before the vote.

• Consent agenda approved: $235,622.15 for VEX Robotics equipment from Bond Program
• Consent agenda approved: $749,300 for five International 47-passenger buses from Midwest Transit
• Board action: Approved standing committee on Equity & Inclusion
• Board action: Approved tentative agreements with AAEA-OP, AAEA-P, ASCSA, and AFSCME-Technical employee groups
• Minutes of April 19, 2023 regular meeting approved

The Board approved the purchase of five special needs buses and a robotics equipment refresh for all school levels using Bond Program funds. Additionally, the Board approved tentative agreements for several employee groups and established a Standing Committee on Equity & Inclusion.

• Approved $749,300 purchase of five International Special Needs 47-passenger buses (7-0)
• Approved $235,622.15 for VEX robotics equipment for elementary, middle, and high schools (7-0)
• Approved the Standing Committee of the Board: Equity & Inclusion (5-2)
• Approved tentative agreements for AAEA-OP, AAEA-P, ASCSA, AFSCME-TSP, and Non-Bargained Groups (6-1)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to limit discussion on equity & inclusion recommendation to 2 minutes (4-3)

6:30 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee will meet electronically to discuss middle school instructional support. The meeting includes review of prior minutes, public commentary, and agenda planning. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the focus is on discussion.

• Discussion of Middle School Instructional Support
• Review of minutes from March 2, 2023 Performance Committee meeting
• Public commentary sign-ups accepted up to 4 hours before meeting

The committee accepted the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting. Members discussed middle school instructional support and planned the May 18 agenda to include the graduation rate annual report.

• Accepted March 2, 2023 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will discuss and take action on a range of capital improvement projects, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades, paving, solar installations, and structural steel repairs at various school buildings. The consent agenda includes approvals for several of these projects. Also on the agenda are first briefings on robotics equipment, bus purchases, and a proposed Equity & Inclusion committee, plus reports from student groups and the annual environmental sustainability update.

• Approve AN-2123: 2023 Air Conditioning & Lighting at Ann Arbor Open (Electrical Only)
• Approve AN-2124: 2023 Air Conditioning & Lighting at Transportation Building (Electrical Only)
• Approve AN-2126: Summer 2023 Paving Projects at Bach and Haisley Elementary Schools
• Approve AN-2127: Paving & Exterior Wall Rehabilitation at Huron High School
• Approve AN-2129: Solar Installation at Scarlett & Tappan Middle Schools

The Board approved several construction, paving, and equipment contracts funded by the Capital Program. These projects include electrical upgrades, solar installations, and school rehabilitations. A contract for construction management services was also awarded to Brix Corporation.

• Approved $1,015,950 electrical contract for Ann Arbor Open (6-0)
• Approved $989,000 electrical contract for Transportation Building (6-0)
• Approved $139,488.02 furniture replacement for Transportation Building (6-0)
• Approved $1,736,058 paving and wall rehabilitation for Huron High School (6-0)
• Approved $850,940 exterior stair rehabilitation for Huron High School (6-0)
• Approved $945,875 solar installation for Scarlett and Tappan Middle Schools (6-0)
• Approved $88,549 structural steel contract for Pioneer Schreiber Auditorium (6-0)
• Approved construction management contract for Brix Corporation (6-0)

11:00 AM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will meet electronically to discuss two potential expenditures: robotic equipment for Project Lead the Way and the purchase of an intermediate convertible bus. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public commentary period. No decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Project Lead the Way Robotic Equipment Refreshment
• Discussion of Intermediate Convertible Bus Purchase
• Public commentary via sign-up form or email

The committee accepted the minutes from the March 3, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed presentations regarding Project Lead the Way robotic equipment refreshment and an intermediate convertible bus purchase.

• Accepted March 3, 2023 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including first briefings on eight capital projects such as air conditioning, lighting, paving, solar installation, and structural steel work at various schools. The board will also consider approving $4,000 in donations for McKinney-Vento students and schedule a closed session on April 26 for attorney/client privilege and informal superintendent evaluation.

• First briefing on AN-2123 through AN-2131 covering air conditioning, lighting, paving, solar, structural steel, and construction management at Ann Arbor Open, Transportation Building, Bach, Haisley, Huron High, Scarlett, Tappan, and Pioneer schools
• Approval of $2,000 donation from Victory Automotive Group and $2,000 from Juan Banos for McKinney-Vento students/program
• Motion to hold closed session on April 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM under Michigan Open Meetings Act for attorney/client privilege and informal superintendent evaluation
• Public commentary sign-ups with five registered speakers

The board approved a resolution supporting Governor Whitmer's 2023-2024 Executive Budget Proposal. They also scheduled a closed session for April 26, 2023, and approved presented donations.

• Approved resolution in support of Governor Whitmer's 2023-2024 Executive Budget Proposal (7-0)
• Approved closed session for April 26, 2023, at 6:00 PM for attorney/client privilege and informal superintendent evaluation (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 15, 2023 Regular Meeting

6:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and review the Equity Standing Committee and a Board of Education self-evaluation. No formal votes or new proposals are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-focused. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up.

• Discussion of Equity Standing Committee
• Discussion of Board of Education Self Evaluation
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2023 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed draft language for the Equity Standing Committee to be submitted for board review on April 19. The committee also discussed the Board of Education Self Evaluation process.

• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes and agenda
• Reviewed Equity Standing Committee draft language for submission to the board on April 19

1:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will discuss several capital improvement projects funded by the bond, including air conditioning and lighting upgrades, paving, solar installations, and a contract recommendation for capital program construction management. No votes are scheduled; items are presented for review and discussion.

• 2023 Air Conditioning & Lighting at Ann Arbor Open (Electrical Only)
• 2023 Air Conditioning & Lighting at Transportation Building (Electrical Only)
• Furniture Replacement at Transportation Building
• Summer 2023 Paving Projects at Bach and Haisley Elementary Schools
• Contract Recommendation: Capital Program Construction Management

The committee accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 24, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed several facility projects, including air conditioning, lighting, paving, and solar installations, though no formal votes or decisions on these items were recorded.

• Approved agenda
• Approved March 24, 2023 meeting minutes

11:00 AM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee will hold an electronic meeting to review the agenda, approve minutes from February, and discuss preparation for neighborhood information meetings. The committee will also outline next steps for spring and summer 2023 related to the bond program. Public commentary is accepted via sign-up in advance.

• Review of minutes from February 24, 2023 meeting
• Preparation for upcoming Neighborhood Information Meetings
• Discussion of next steps for Spring & Summer 2023 bond-related activities
• Public commentary sign-up process reviewed

The committee met to review the agenda and minutes from February 24, 2023. Members discussed preparations for upcoming neighborhood information meetings and next steps for spring and summer 2023. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

6:00 PM - Closed Session - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is a closed session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education, not open to the public. The board voted in open session on March 8, 2023, to hold this closed meeting to review attorney-client privileged information under Michigan law. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session held under MCL 15.268 Section 8(h) for attorney-client privilege

The board met in a closed session to review minutes and receive attorney-client privileged information presented by Mr. Comsa. No public votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

7:30 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The board will vote on awarding a contract not to exceed $1,907,397.89 to Sentinel Technologies for E-Rate network equipment and services. They also hear a special presentation on the Karen Thomas Fund and receive reports from various school associations. Public commentary is scheduled with eight sign-ups listed.

• Award of E-Rate switching hardware/software contract to Sentinel Technologies for up to $1,907,397.89, funded by Bond Program Funds
• Special presentation by Andy Thomas on the Karen Thomas Fund
• Reports from associations including PTOC fundraiser ($20 for $30k campaign) with AAPTO Thrift Shop matching up to $30,000
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2023 regular meeting
• Public commentary sign-ups from eight residents

The Board of Education awarded a contract for network infrastructure and approved tentative employee agreements with the AAEA and AAAA. The board also recognized National Social Workers Month and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Awarded Sentinel Technologies contract not to exceed $1,907,397.89 for E-Rate switching hardware and services (6-0)
• Approved Tentative Agreement with Ann Arbor Education Association (6-0)
• Approved Tentative Agreement with Ann Arbor Administrators Association (6-0)
• Approved Proclamation to Recognize National Social Workers Month (6-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda with addition of social work proclamation (4-2)

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education authorized the sale of 2023 School Building and Site Bonds, approved a contract for the Executive Director of High School Education, and heard updates on the equity strategic plan, monthly budget, and the governor's executive budget proposal. The board also received a first briefing on the annual E-Rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure contracts.

• Authorized sale of 2023 School Building and Site Bonds
• Approved contract for Executive Director, High School Education
• Discussed AAPS Equity Strategic Plan Update
• Reviewed Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2023
• First briefing on E-Rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure contracts

The Board approved the sale of 2023 School Building and Site Bonds and the contract for the Executive Director of High School Education. Members also scheduled a closed session for March 15 to discuss attorney/client privilege matters.

• Approved Resolution Authorizing the sale of 2023 School Building and Site Bonds (6-0)
• Approved contract for Executive Director, High School Education (6-0)
• Approved motion to hold Closed Session on March 15, 2023, for attorney/client privilege (6-0)
• Approved February 8, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved amended agenda (6-0)

1:00 PM - CITY/SCHOOLS COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting. Audio only.

The Ann Arbor City/Schools Committee will meet electronically to approve minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting and discuss the committee schedule and goals. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy items or financial actions.

• Approve minutes of March 10, 2022 City/Schools Committee meeting
• Discussion of committee schedule and goals

12:00 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss the monthly budget monitoring report for January 2023, the Executive (Governor) Budget Recommendation, and the Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for network infrastructure contracts. This meeting is a discussion session only; no binding decisions are made.

• Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2023
• Executive (Governor) Budget Recommendation for school funding
• Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for network infrastructure contracts
• Review of minutes from February 3, 2023 meeting

The Finance Committee met to review the January 2023 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report and the Executive Budget Recommendation. The committee also reviewed the Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for Network Infrastructure Contracts. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

12:00 PM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee will discuss the Learning Recovery Plan 2023 Update, its primary substantive item. The committee will also review minutes from December 15, 2022, and plan future agendas. The meeting is electronic and open to the public.

• Discussion of Learning Recovery Plan 2023 Update
• Review of minutes from December 15, 2022 Performance Committee meeting

The committee accepted the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the Learning Recovery Plan 2023 update.

• Accepted minutes from December 15, 2022 Performance Committee Meeting

1:30 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Bond Auxiliary Committee will review the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 10, 2023 meeting. It will accept public commentary sign‑ups and discuss the proposed bond sale and its background. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Bond Sale
• Bond Sale Background
• Review minutes from February 10, 2023 meeting
• Review agenda
• Public commentary sign‑ups

The committee met electronically to review the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and information regarding the bond sale and its background. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

CANCELLED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER - 9:30 AM - PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

This meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee was cancelled due to severe weather. No decisions or discussions took place.

CANCELLED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER - 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education regular meeting scheduled for February 22, 2023 was cancelled due to severe weather. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The meeting is rescheduled to a later date.

• Meeting cancelled due to severe weather

6:30 PM - PLANNING COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Board of Education Planning Committee will discuss an update on the AAPS Equity Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes review of prior minutes and public commentary.

• Discussion of AAPS Equity Strategic Plan Update

The committee met electronically to review previous minutes and discuss the AAPS Equity Strategic Plan update. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

1:00 PM - BOND AUXILIARY COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the bond program overview. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from December 2022 and public commentary sign-ups. No votes or concrete decisions are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Overview of Bond Program (discussion only)

The committee accepted the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed an overview of the Bond Program. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Accepted December 15, 2022 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Governance Committee will hold a public electronic meeting on February 9, 2023. The main substantive item is a discussion to review guidelines for community engagement. The committee will also handle procedural items including approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, accepting public commentary sign-ups, and planning the next agenda.

• Review guidelines for community engagement (discussion)
• Approval of agenda and minutes from December 12, 2022 meeting
• Public commentary sign-ups

The committee accepted the agenda and minutes from the December 12, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the creation of a community engagement schedule, starting with an informal meet and greet session.

• Approved agenda and minutes of the December 12, 2022 meeting

7:00 PM - Regular Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education considered a consent agenda that included a donation from J. Keller Properties/J. Keller Foundation to pay all outstanding lunch debt at Ann Arbor Open. The board also received informational presentations on the State of the Schools annual report, December 2022 budget monitoring, and a preliminary 2023-24 budget timeline. Board committee assignments for standing and auxiliary committees were discussed.

• Consent agenda approval of J. Keller Properties/J. Keller Foundation donation to clear all outstanding lunch debt at Ann Arbor Open
• First briefing on amended board meeting schedule for February-June 2023
• Information item: Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for December 2022
• Information item: Preliminary 2023-24 Budget Timeline
• Board committee assignments announced

The board approved the minutes from the January 11, 2023 Organizational Meeting and accepted presented donations. No other substantive board actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved agenda as amended (4-3)
• Approved January 11, 2023 Organizational Meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved donations as presented (7-0)

1:30 PM - FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - Electronic Meeting

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee will meet electronically to discuss the December Monthly Budget Monitoring Report, a state revenue update, and a preliminary timeline for the 2023-24 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and informational.

• December Monthly Budget Monitoring Report
• Michigan Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference update
• Preliminary 2023-24 Budget Timeline
• Review of minutes from October 7, 2022 meeting

The committee reviewed the December Monthly Budget Monitoring Report, the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference update, and the preliminary 2023-24 budget timeline. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved October 7, 2022 meeting minutes

7:00 PM - Organizational Meeting - Earhart Road Building, 3700 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor

This is an organizational meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education. The board will elect a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, administer oaths of office to newly elected trustees and officers, and appoint a parliamentarian. No substantive policy or budget decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of Board President
• Election of Board Vice President
• Election of Board Secretary
• Election of Board Treasurer
• Appointment of Parliamentarian and review of board committees

The board held an organizational meeting to elect its leadership and administer oaths of office. The board also confirmed a list of designated representative organizations as outlined in policy 1300.

• Elected Jacinda Townsend Gides as President (4-0)
• Elected Rima Mohammad as Vice President (4-0)
• Elected Susan Baskett as Secretary (4-0)
• Elected Susan Schmidt as Treasurer (4-0)
• Appointed Krystle DuPree as Parliamentarian
• Confirmed board designated representative organizations per policy 1300 (7-0)