Detroit Public Schools Community District public meetings in 2022

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on a one-time bonus not to exceed $2,004,480 for principals, assistant principals, and non-union administrators. The board will also consider initiating the renaming process for Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men. Procedural items include approval of minutes, a finance report, and a superintendent's report.

• Approval of one-time $2,004,480 bonus for 696 non-union staff (principals, assistant principals, administrators)
• Initiation of renaming process for Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men based on community petition
• Approval of administrative terminations (personnel actions)
• Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito
• Closed session to consider a written legal opinion

The Board of Education approved bonuses for principals, assistant principals, and non-union administrators. The board also approved 28 administrative terminations due to job abandonment or failure to return from leave and updated four district policies.

• Approved 2022-2023 Bonus for Principals, Assistant Principals and Non-Union Administrators and Personnel (Treasurer Mays abstained)
• Approved 28 administrative terminations for job abandonment or failure to return from leave
• Approved tie-barred policies 1422, 1662, 2266, and 7540.02
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted the Superintendent's Report
• Withdrew motion to approve the process for renaming Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men

**CANCELLED**Finance Committee Meeting

This meeting of the Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee, scheduled for December 2, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

**CANCELLED**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

This meeting was cancelled and did not occur. The agenda included items such as a proposal to initiate renaming Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men and approval of $2,004,480 in one-time bonuses for non-union administrators, but no decisions were made.

• Proposal to initiate renaming process for Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men
• Proposed $2,004,480 in one-time bonuses for principals, assistant principals, and non-union administrators
• Meeting cancelled; no action taken on any agenda items

**DATE CHANGE**Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on several action items including retaining the name East English Village Preparatory Academy after a community engagement process, approving a settlement of litigation, and approving administrative terminations. The board will also hear a finance report and superintendent's report, and may enter closed session to consider a legal opinion. Additionally, the board will approve meeting calendars for 2023.

• Retaining the name East English Village Preparatory Academy based on stakeholder survey results
• Approval of settlement of litigation (closed session for legal opinion)
• Approval of administrative terminations
• Approval of 2023 Board and Committee meeting calendars
• Finance report and superintendent's report with personnel transactions

The Board approved the renaming of Ben Carson High School of Science and Medicine and the name East English Village Preparatory Academy @ Finney. A contract for the demolition of Phoenix Elementary-Middle School was denied. The Board also approved various administrative terminations and a series of consent agenda contracts.

• Approved renaming of Ben Carson High School of Science and Medicine (carried without objection)
• Approved name 'East English Village Preparatory Academy @ Finney' (5-2)
• Denied contract with Smalley Construction for Phoenix Elementary-Middle School demolition (2-5)
• Approved administrative terminations for 18 employees due to job abandonment (carried without objection)
• Approved Superintendent's recommendations to settle litigation (carried without objection)
• Approved contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. (carried; Treasurer Mays abstained)
• Approved 12 consent agenda items including contracts with Hill Pedagogies, Voyager Sopris, and Insight (carried)
• Approved 2023 Board and Committee meeting calendars (carried without objection)

**RESCHEDULED**Finance Committee Meeting

This rescheduled Finance Committee meeting will hear the CFO's report and consider three action items: a contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. for after-school enrichment ($352,080, not to exceed $650,000), a new contract with Hill Pedagogies for curriculum writing (not to exceed $360,000), and a contract amendment with Voyager Sopris for exceptional student education (increase to $465,000, total not to exceed $715,000).

• Approval of contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. for $352,080 (not to exceed $650,000) for after-school enrichment and youth development services through June 2023
• Approval of contract with Hill Pedagogies for $360,000 (not to exceed) for 9-12 literacy curriculum writing and consulting services through June 2023
• Approval of contract amendment with Voyager Sopris for $465,000 increase (total not to exceed $715,000) for professional development and resources for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students through June 2023

The Finance Committee approved several vendor contracts, cooperative purchases, and a lease agreement for the Ford Resource and Engagement Center. The committee denied a contract for the demolition of Phoenix Elementary-Middle School and returned a recommendation regarding the sale of the former Cooley High School Building to administration.

• Approved contract with Hill Pedagogies
• Approved contract amendment and increase with Voyager Sopris
• Approved cooperative purchases from Insight, NuHarbor, and SHI International Corporation
• Approved annual facility related commercial property fees with the City of Detroit
• Approved contracts with Complete Mechanical Contracting and Qualified Abatement Services
• Denied contract with Smalley Construction for demolition of Phoenix Elementary-Middle School
• Approved contract amendment and increase with Plante Moran Cresa
• Approved lease agreement for the Ford Resource and Engagement Center (FREC)

**CANCELED**Finance Committee Meeting

This Finance Committee meeting of the Detroit Public Schools Community District was canceled. No votes or discussions occurred. The agenda had included action items such as a contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. for after-school enrichment ($352,080), a new contract with Hill Pedagogies for curriculum writing ($360,000), and a contract amendment with Voyager Sopris for special education professional development ($465,000 increase).

• Contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. for after-school enrichment and youth services, $352,080 not to exceed $650,000
• Contract with Hill Pedagogies for 9-12 literacy curriculum writing, not to exceed $360,000
• Contract amendment and increase with Voyager Sopris for ESE professional development, $465,000 increase for total $715,000
• Chief Financial Officer's Report (scheduled, not delivered)
• All items were listed as action/report but no meeting occurred

**TIME CHANGE**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hear reports from the chair and superintendent, and vote on three contract items. One contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. seeks up to $352,080 for after‑school enrichment. A second contract with Hill Pedagogies proposes up to $360,000 for curriculum writing and consulting. A third amendment with Voyager Sopris would increase the contract to a total not‑to‑exceed $715,000 for professional development and resources for exceptional student education.

• Approve contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S. for up to $352,080 for after‑school enrichment
• Approve contract with Hill Pedagogies for up to $360,000 for curriculum writing and consulting
• Approve contract amendment and increase with Voyager Sopris up to $465,000 (total $715,000) for ESE professional development
• Approve agenda and minutes for the October 24, 2022 meeting
• Chairman's report and superintendent's academic update

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved several contracts, including the demolition of Phoenix Elementary-Middle School and the sale of the former Cooley High School building. The committee also approved a lease agreement for the Ford Resource and Engagement Center (FREC) and various vendor contract amendments.

• Approved contract with Smalley Construction for demolition of Phoenix Elementary-Middle School building
• Approved sale of the former Cooley High School building
• Approved lease agreement for the Ford Resource and Engagement Center (FREC)
• Approved annual facility related commercial property fees with the City of Detroit
• Approved contract amendment with Developing K.I.D.S.
• Approved contract with Hill Pedagogies
• Approved contract amendment and increase with Voyager Sopris
• Approved contract with Complete Mechanical Contracting

**DATE CHANGE**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to conduct a post-adoption review of several district policies. The agenda includes discussions on nondiscrimination, anti-harassment, and web accessibility.

• Review of Policy 1422: Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity
• Review of Policy 1662: Anti-Harassment
• Review of Policy 2266: Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities
• Review of Policy 7540.02: Web Accessibility, Content, Apps, and Services

The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee reviewed four policies and bylaws. No edits were made to any of the documents. The committee approved the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Policy 1422 Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity: No edits
• Policy 1662 Anti-Harassment: No edits
• Policy 2266 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities: No edits
• Policy 7540.02 Web Accessibility, Content, Apps, and Services: No edits

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on a consent agenda including approval of health insurance contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan totaling up to $62,643,730. The board will also consider initiating a renaming process for Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy. Other action items include personnel terminations and employment recommendations under state law.

• Approval of health insurance contracts totaling up to $62,643,730 with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan
• Motion to approve initiating renaming process for Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Motion to approve administrative terminations (report attached)
• Motion on employment recommendations per MCL 380.1230 (specific employee/candidate IDs listed)
• Finance report presentation by CFO Jeremy Vidito and superintendent's report on academics, operations, and human resources

The Board approved the processes for renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy. Members also approved several health and education contracts, updated four district policies, and processed nine administrative terminations for job abandonment.

• Approved process to rename Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine
• Approved expedited process to rename East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Approved administrative terminations for 9 employees due to job abandonment
• Approved contracts with Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Health Alliance Plan
• Approved contract renewal with EL Education and amendment with Leading Educators
• Approved contract increase with Clark-White Construction and Brinker-Christman
• Approved creation of a Professional Development Advisory Committee
• Accepted policies 3430 (Leave Types), 1460 (Physical Examinations), 3142 (Probationary Teachers), and 7440.03 (Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will consider approving contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan for employee medical plans at a total cost not to exceed $62,643,730. The committee will also vote on initiating a process to consider renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy. Additionally, the chief financial officer will present a finance report and a transportation study.

• Approval of health insurance contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan up to $62,643,730
• Approval to start a community engagement process for renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Chief Financial Officer's Report and Transportation Study presentation

The Finance Committee approved contracts for health insurance providers, EL Education, Leading Educators, and Clark-White Construction/Brinker-Christman. The committee also approved the process to consider renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy.

• Approved process to consider renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Approved contracts with Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Health Alliance Plan
• Approved contract renewal with EL Education
• Approved contract amendment with Leading Educators
• Approved contract increase with Clark-White Construction and the Brinker-Christman

**DATE CHANGE**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee is reviewing a proposal to initiate the process of renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy. Additionally, the committee is considering medical plan contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan.

• Initiation of renaming process for Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine
• Initiation of renaming process for East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Medical plan contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan up to $62,643,730

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved the process for renaming two high schools and the creation of a Professional Development Advisory Committee. The committee also approved contract renewals and amendments with various health and education providers.

• Approved process to consider renaming Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine and East English Village Preparatory Academy
• Approved contracts with Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Health Alliance Plan
• Approved creation of a Professional Development Advisory Committee
• Approved contract renewal with EL Education
• Approved contract amendment with Leading Educators

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on a motion to authorize the City of Detroit to demolish the former Beard Elementary School building at 840 Waterman, Detroit, at a cost not to exceed $435,269.70. The board will also consider approving the District Literacy Plan and hear reports on finances and the superintendent's update, which includes personnel actions. Several sets of minutes from prior meetings are up for approval.

• Demolition of former Beard Elementary (840 Waterman) at $322,422 plus 35% contingency, total up to $435,269.70
• Approval of the District Literacy Plan as a consent agenda item
• Finance report from Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
• Superintendent's report including recognition of core values, academics, operations, and personnel transactions
• Approval of minutes from August 9 regular board meeting and various committee meetings

The Board of Education approved the demolition of the former Beard Elementary School building. The board also approved the District Literacy Plan and several vendor contracts. Multiple district policies were accepted via tie-barring.

• Approved demolition of former Beard Elementary School (4-3)
• Approved District Literacy Plan
• Approved purchase with Sehi Computer Products, Inc.
• Approved contract with MaxScholar
• Approved contract with Newsela
• Approved contract renewal with URGE Imprint
• Approved contract renewal with Delta Dental
• Accepted tie-barred policies including Emergency Medical Authorization, Use of Tobacco by Students, Grant Funds, Procurement, Student Abuse and Neglect, Homeless Students, Children and Youth in Foster Care, DNR Orders, Interrogation of Students, and Lending of Board-Owned Equipment

**TIME CHANGE**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will vote to approve the District Literacy Plan and to authorize contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan for fully insured medical and prescription plans through Dec. 31 2023, not to exceed $61,583,986. The meeting also includes a Chairman’s Report, an academic update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti, and routine approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• Approve the K‑12 District Literacy Plan (no additional financial impact)
• Approve contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan for medical benefits through Dec. 31 2023, up to $61,583,986
• Chairman’s Report by Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
• Academic Update presented by Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
• Approval of agenda and meeting minutes

The committee approved the District Literacy Plan and a series of contracts and purchases. Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti reported that 60% of students attended the first day of school and 25 schools were closed due to storm-related power outages.

• Approved District Literacy Plan
• Approved contracts with Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Health Alliance Plan
• Approved purchase with Sehi Computer Products, Inc.
• Approved contract with MaxScholar
• Approved contract renewal with Newsela
• Approved contract renewal with URGE Imprint

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider three action items: approval of the District Literacy Plan, approval of contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan for fully insured medical plans through December 2023 at a total projected cost of $61,583,986, and approval of a contract renewal with Delta Dental. The committee will also hear a Chief Financial Officer's report and handle procedural business.

• Approval of contracts with Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Health Alliance Plan for medical plans, not to exceed $61,583,986
• Approval of the District K-12 Literacy Plan, described as having no additional financial impact
• Approval of contract renewal with Delta Dental (no dollar amount provided in agenda)
• Chief Financial Officer's report on district finances
• Public comment via Zoom available

The Finance Committee approved the District Literacy Plan and several healthcare and educational contracts. The committee also received a financial report detailing cash balances and healthcare cost increases.

• Approved District Literacy Plan
• Approved contracts with Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Health Alliance Plan
• Approved contract renewal with Delta Dental
• Approved purchase with Sehi Computer Products, Inc.
• Approved contract with MaxScholar
• Approved contract renewal with Newsela
• Approved contract renewal with URGE Imprint

Special Board Meeting - Study Session

This is a special board meeting study session. The board will consider entering a closed session under Michigan law to discuss the superintendent's evaluation and a confidential attorney-client communication. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Closed session to evaluate superintendent and review attorney-client communication (MCL 15.268(a),(h)).
• Public comment period for in-person and virtual attendees (3-minute limit).
• Approval of the meeting agenda.

The Board of Education held a special meeting and voted to enter a closed session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation and attorney-client communications. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the public minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for Superintendent evaluation and attorney-client communication (5-1)

Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee will review several existing policies for post-adoption review and consider new policies on physical examinations, probationary teachers, DNR orders for students, and small unmanned aircraft systems. The meeting includes procedural items and public comment.

• Post-adoption review of policies: Leave Types (3430), Late Arrival and Early Dismissal (5230), Use of Tobacco by Students (5512), Procurement for Federal Grants (6325), Student Abuse and Neglect (8462)
• New policies: Physical Examination (1460), Probationary Teachers (3142), Do Not Resuscitate Orders for Minor Students (5342), Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (7440.03)

The committee conducted a post-adoption review of six existing policies and evaluated three new policy proposals. Several policies were flagged for specific language edits or definitions before further action.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Policy 1460 Physical Examination: No edits
• Policy 3430 Leave Types: No edits
• Policy 5230 Late Arrival and Early Dismissal: Requested edits to identification requirements
• Policy 5512 Use of Tobacco by Students: Requested language simplification
• Policy 6325 Procurement- Federal Grants/Funds: Requested definition and dollar amount for Micro-purchase
• Policy 8462 Student Abuse and Neglect: No edits
• Policy 3142 Probationary Teachers: No edits

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board is meeting to consider several action items, including the sale of a 2.93-acre vacant parcel at 3106 16th Street to the City of Detroit for $460,000. The board will also vote on approving the 2022-23 academic calendar and minutes from prior meetings. Reports from the finance officer and superintendent are scheduled, along with public comment.

• Sale of vacant parcel at 3106 16th Street to City of Detroit for $460,000
• Approval of the 2022-2023 academic calendar
• Finance report from Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
• Superintendent's report covering academics, operations, and human resources
• Approval of minutes from July 12 regular board meeting and committee meetings

The Board approved the 2022-23 academic calendar, student code of conduct, and various service contracts. Members also authorized the sale of a vacant land parcel and reviewed several new and existing district policies.

• Approved sale of vacant land parcel at 3106 16th Street
• Approved 2022-23 Academic Calendar
• Approved 2022-23 Student Code of Conduct
• Approved 2022-23 Assessment Calendar
• Approved Resolution for Participation in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program
• Approved contracts with Leading Educators, N2Y, People Driven Technology, Presidio, Voyager Sopris, and Beyond Basics
• Approved contract renewal with Teaching Strategies, LLC
• Approved lease agreements with Marygrove Conservancy for Immaculata Elementary School

**DATE & TIME CHANGE**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider approving the 2022-23 academic calendar, which includes a pre-Labor Day start and negotiated breaks, and a revised Student Code of Conduct with updated discipline and restorative practices. The meeting also includes reports from the chair and superintendent, approval of minutes, and public comment procedures.

• Approval of 2022-23 Academic Calendar with Aug 29 start date, three break periods, and six professional development days
• Approval of revised 2022-2023 Student Code of Conduct embedded in a new Student Handbook with restorative practices and updated dress code
• Academic update report from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
• Chairman's report from Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
• Public comment via Zoom webinar with 'raise hand' feature

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved the 2022-23 academic calendar, student code of conduct, course catalog, and assessment calendar. The committee also approved several professional service contracts and a lease for Immaculata Elementary School. A proposal to sell a vacant parcel of land at 3106 16th St. was rejected.

• Approved 2022-23 Academic Calendar
• Approved 2022-23 Student Code of Conduct
• Approved 2022-23 District Course Catalog
• Approved 2022-23 Assessment Calendar
• Approved 'Thrive for Teachers' and 'Thrive for School Administrators' Evaluation Systems
• Approved School Based Contracts for District and Private Non-Public Schools
• Approved Resolution for Participation in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program
• Approved contracts with Leading Educators, N2Y, People Driven Technology, Presidio, Voyager Sopris, Beyond Basics, Teaching Strategies LLC, Stafford Smith, GDI Integrated Services, and RNA Facilities Management

Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee is meeting to consider several action items, including approval of the 2022-23 Academic Calendar, the revised Student Code of Conduct, and the district's assessment calendar. Public comment is available via Zoom. The meeting also includes a Chief Financial Officer's report and procedural items.

• Approval of the 2022-23 Academic Calendar with first student day on August 29, 2022 and three break periods (Winter, Late-Winter, Spring)
• Approval of the revised 2022-2023 Student Code of Conduct, now embedded in a Student Handbook with restorative practices and equity-focused dress code changes
• Approval of the 2022-23 District Assessment Calendar
• Chief Financial Officer's report (item 3.01)

The Finance Committee approved several academic and operational contracts, including the 2022-23 Academic Calendar and Student Code of Conduct. The committee also authorized the sale of a vacant land parcel and approved participation in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program.

• Approved 2022-23 Academic Calendar, Student Code of Conduct, and Assessment Calendar
• Approved School Based Contracts for District and Private Non-Public Schools
• Approved Resolution for Participation in the School Bond Qualification and Loan Program
• Approved Outside Legal Counsel Fees
• Approved contracts with Leading Educators, N2Y, and People Driven Technology
• Approved contracts with Presidio and Voyager Sopris
• Approved contract extension with Beyond Basics
• Approved sale of vacant land parcel at 3106 16th St

**CANCELLED**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included procedural items and policy reviews that were not acted upon.

• Agenda included review of policies: Emergency Medical Authorization, Use of Tobacco by Students, Grant Funds, Procurement - Federal Grants/Funds, Student Abuse and Neglect
• New policies listed: Homeless Students, Children and Youth in Foster Care, Do Not Resuscitate Orders for Minor Students, Interrogation of Students, Lending of Board-Owned Equipment
• Meeting was scheduled in-person at Fisher Building, 3011 W. Grand Boulevard, 12th Floor Conference Room, with virtual access via Zoom

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education will vote on a commercial printing contract worth up to $600,000 with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc. and consider approving administrative terminations. The board will also hear a finance report and superintendent's report covering academics, operations, and human resources. Public comment will be accepted both in person and virtually.

• Vote on contract with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc. for commercial printing services through June 30, 2023, not to exceed $600,000
• Approval of administrative terminations
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings (June 14 special budget hearing, June 14 regular board, June 24 finance committee, June 27 academic committee)
• Finance report from Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
• Superintendent's report with recognition of district core values and updates on academics, operations, and human resources

The Board approved various vendor contracts for transportation, roofing, and insurance, along with the Michigan Model for Health Curriculum. Members also approved the administrative termination of seven employees and adopted eight updated district policies.

• Approved administrative termination of 7 employees for job abandonment or expired certificates
• Approved contracts with Hatteras, Inc., Imaging Printing, Inc., and Wayne State University
• Approved funding for District Dual Enrollment Programs
• Approved contracts with 10 transportation providers including City Cab Company and Durham School Services
• Approved contracts with Probar and a contract amendment for Lutz Roofing
• Approved contract renewals with Kapnick Insurance Group and Constellation New Energy – Gas Division, LLC
• Approved the Michigan Model for Health Curriculum
• Approved 8 policies covering parent involvement, staff dress, tobacco use, and transportation

Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will vote on three action items: a $962,720 dual enrollment program with six universities, a $319,500 contract with Wayne State University for math intervention and teacher endorsements, and a $600,000 contract with Hatteras and Image Printing for commercial printing. The meeting also includes reports from the chair and superintendent, and approval of the agenda and minutes.

• Approval of $962,720 in dual enrollment funding with Wayne County Community College, Lawrence Technological University, University of Detroit, Eastern Michigan University, University of Michigan Dearborn, and Wayne State University
• Approval of $319,500 contract with Wayne State University for Emerging Scholars Program and EL Endorsement Teacher Program through June 2023
• Approval of $600,000 contract with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc. for commercial printing services through June 2023

The committee approved several service contracts for transportation and printing. It also approved funding for dual enrollment programs, the Michigan Model for Health curriculum, and services with Wayne State University.

• Approved contract with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc.
• Approved contracted services with Wayne State University
• Approved funding for District Dual Enrollment Programs
• Approved Michigan Model for Health Curriculum
• Approved contracts with City Cab Company, Collaborative Student Transportation, Drivergent Transportation, Durham School Services, Godspeed Transportation, Greater Detroit Cab, HopSkipDrive, New Detroit Cab Company, Regency Transportation, and SW Transport Company

**TIME CHANGE**Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will meet on June 24, 2022, to consider approving three contracts: commercial printing services with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc. ($600,000), a bi-annual physical asset inventory with Probar ($400,000), and a third-party benefit administrator renewal with Kapnick Insurance Group ($603,111). The committee will also hear the Chief Financial Officer's report. Public comment is available via Zoom.

• Approval of contract with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc. for commercial printing services through June 30, 2023, not-to-exceed $600,000
• Approval of contract renewal with Probar for bi-annual physical asset inventory, not-to-exceed $400,000
• Approval of contract renewal with Kapnick Insurance Group for third-party benefit administration, estimated annual cost $603,111
• Chief Financial Officer's financial report (details not provided in agenda)
• Public comment available via Zoom webinar (raise hand feature)

The Finance Committee approved several service contracts, including insurance renewals and energy services. The committee also approved funding for dual enrollment programs and a contract with Wayne State University. A report was presented detailing the district's financials through May 2022.

• Approved contracts with Hatteras, Inc. and Image Printing, Inc.
• Approved contract with Probar
• Approved contract renewal with Kapnick Insurance Group Third-Party Benefit
• Approved contracted services with Wayne State University
• Approved funding for District Dual Enrollment Programs
• Approved contracts with 11 transportation providers including City Cab Company and Durham School Services
• Approved contract amendment and increase with Lutz Roofing
• Approved contract renewal with Constellation New Energy- Gas Division, LLC

Budget Hearing

This is a budget hearing for the Detroit Public Schools Community District. The Board will hear a presentation from the CFO on the district's budget, followed by public comment. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.

• CFO's budget presentation

The Board of Education held a budget hearing where the Chief Financial Officer presented the proposed FY 2023 budget. The session focused on revenue projections, the use of one-time COVID funding, and anticipated budget reductions for FY 2024. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on an updated reopening plan for the remainder of the 2021-22 school year and COVID-19 mitigation strategies for 2022-23. The plan scales back many mitigation measures as the pandemic is no longer considered a public health crisis. The board will also consider personnel actions including administrative terminations, terminations for cause, and employment recommendations. A closed session is scheduled under Michigan law to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Approval of the 2022-23 Reopening Plan and COVID-19 mitigation strategies for the remainder of 2021-22 and for 2022-23
• Administrative terminations and terminations for cause (reports attached)
• Recommendations for employment for three candidates under MCL 380.1230
• Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito
• Closed session to consider personnel action and a written legal opinion

The Board of Education approved the FY 2023 budget adoption, the 2022-23 reopening plan, and the 2022-2023 tax levy resolution. The board also approved numerous service contracts, personnel actions, and several district policies.

• Approved FY 2023 Budget Adoption and FY 2022 Budget Amendments
• Approved 2022-23 Reopening Plan
• Approved 2022-2023 Tax Levy Resolution
• Approved administrative terminations for Jade Poindexter, Santino Wilson, and Leiasia Hailey
• Approved terminations for cause for Evelynette Ellens and Davinua Hogan
• Approved employment for Stephanie Miller, Davita Pollock, and Ebony Samuel
• Approved multiple contracts including City Year, PowerSchool Group LLC, and Ricoh USA
• Approved policies regarding equipment inventory, food service, and school safety information

**CANCELLED**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

This meeting was cancelled. No business was conducted.

**RESCHEDULED**Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will consider adopting FY 2022 budget amendments and the FY 2023 General Fund, Food Service, and School Activity Account budgets. The balanced FY 2023 budget includes a $10M surplus and $235M in one-time transfers for facility improvements, but notes ongoing funding challenges as COVID relief expires.

• Adoption of FY 2022 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 2 and Food Service Budget Amendment No. 1
• Adoption of FY 2023 budgets: General Fund, Food Service Fund, School Activity Account
• FY 2023 budget includes ~$235M in one-time transfers to address Facility Master Plan needs
• Charter school Enhancement Millage revenue sharing will reduce DPSCD funding by $4M starting FY 2023
• District faces potential budget reductions in FY 2024 as COVID funding ends September 30, 2023

The Finance Committee approved the FY 2022 budget amendments, the FY 2023 budget adoption, and the 2022-2023 Tax Levy Resolution. The committee also approved numerous vendor contracts, lease agreements, and the 2022-23 Reopening Plan.

• Approved FY 2022 Budget Amendments and FY 2023 Budget Adoption
• Approved 2022-2023 Tax Levy Resolution
• Approved DPSCD 2022-23 Reopening Plan
• Approved contracts with Black Family Development, Children's Center, CNS Healthcare, Development Centers, and Family Medical Center
• Approved contracts with EBS Healthcare Inc., Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, and DotCom Therapy Inc.
• Approved contract renewals with City Year, Deaf Community Advocacy Network, Inc., and Vision Integration Technologies, Inc.
• Approved lease extension for Marygrove Conservancy and lease of Rutherford School to Rutherford Winans Academy
• Approved cooperative purchase agreements with Dell Marketing, L.P., Oracle, Inc., T-Mobile, and Yeo & Yeo Computer Consulting

**RESCHEDULED**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider and recommend adoption of the FY 2022 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 2 and FY 2023 General Fund, Food Service, and School Activity Account budgets. The FY 2023 budget projects a $10M surplus, includes ~$235M in one-time transfers for facility improvements, and anticipates reductions as COVID relief funding ends. The committee will also hear reports from the board chair and superintendent.

• FY 2023 General Fund Budget adoption with $10M projected surplus
• $235M in one-time transfers for the Facilities Master Plan ($700M total)
• District reducing Central Office personnel; no layoffs for school staff
• Enhancement Millage revenue sharing with charter schools reduces DPSCD funding by $4M
• COVID-funded programs will phase out by September 2023; mental health and nurses may be prioritized

The Committee approved the FY 2023 budget adoption, FY 2022 budget amendments, and the 2022-2023 tax levy resolution. Members also approved the 2022-23 reopening plan and several vendor contracts and lease agreements.

• Approved FY 2022 Budget Amendments and FY 2023 Budget Adoption
• Approved 2022-2023 Tax Levy Resolution
• Approved contracts with Black Family Development, Children's Center, CNS Healthcare, Development Centers, and Family Medical Center
• Approved contracts with EBS Healthcare Inc., Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, and DotCom Therapy Inc.
• Approved contract renewals with City Year, Deaf Community Advocacy Network, Inc., InquirED, Renaissance Learning, and Ricoh USA
• Approved contract amendment and renewal with PowerSchool Group LLC
• Approved purchase and contract renewal with Curriculum Associates
• Approved contract and renewal with Plante Moran CRESA

**CANCELLED**DATE CHANGE**Finance Committee Meeting

This Finance Committee meeting was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

**CANCELLED**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The May 23, 2022 Curriculum/Academics Committee meeting of Detroit Public Schools Community District was cancelled. No business was conducted. The agenda included items such as the 2022-23 Reopening Plan and FY 2023 budget adoption, which were not discussed or voted on.

• Proposed 2022-23 Reopening Plan with updated COVID-19 mitigation strategies (not considered)
• Proposed FY 2022 budget amendment and FY 2023 budget adoption (not considered)

**CANCELLED**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

This meeting of the Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee was cancelled. The agenda listed only procedural items and a post-adoption review of Policy 7300 (Disposition of Real Property). No decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting cancelled; no public comment or policy review took place.
• Scheduled review of Policy 7300 (Disposition of Real Property) was not conducted.

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education will meet on May 10, 2022, to consider a $700,000,000 spending plan for school facility investments and vote to lift a moratorium on selling vacant district properties. These decisions will determine how district funds are allocated for building repairs and which properties may be transferred, directly affecting local school conditions and neighborhood land use. The board will also approve personnel terminations, review the district finance report, and hold a closed session regarding pending litigation.

• Approval of $700,000,000 in spending for the District Facility Master Plan 2022
• Motion to lift the moratorium on selling vacant district properties
• Vote on administrative terminations and terminations for cause
• Closed session to consult legal counsel on pending litigation settlement strategy
• Finance report presentation by Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito

The Board approved the District Facility Master Plan 2022 and the Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency General Fund Operating Budget. Members also authorized numerous contract renewals and cooperative purchasing agreements for school supplies, landscaping, and facility maintenance. Additionally, the Board approved the administrative termination of six employees for job abandonment.

• Approved District Facility Master Plan 2022
• Approved Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency General Fund Operating Budget
• Approved contract with BH365, LLC
• Approved administrative termination of 6 employees for job abandonment
• Approved partial 2022-2023 Academic Calendar
• Approved renaming of Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern
• Approved 9 policies including School Administrator Evaluations and Opioid Antagonists
• Approved multiple contract renewals including Wayside Publishing and Payne Landscaping Inc.

**DATE CHANGE**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee will review eight existing policies as part of a post-adoption review, covering property inventory, accounting, staff device use, technology access, school safety, food services, and transportation for field trips. The committee will also discuss two proposed new policies: one on transportation (8600) and one on equitable services for private/non-public programs (TBN37). The meeting, originally scheduled for a different date, includes public comment.

• Post-adoption review of Policy 7450 Property Inventory
• Post-adoption review of Policy 7455 Accounting System for Fixed Assets
• Post-adoption review of Policy 7530.02 Staff Use of Personal Communication Devices
• Consideration of new Policy 8600 Transportation
• Consideration of new Policy TBN37 Equitable Services for Private/Non-Public Programs

The committee reviewed several existing policies and one proposed new policy. Most items resulted in requests for specific language edits or further legal confirmation, while one new policy was decided against.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Policy 7450 Property Inventory: Title change needed
• Policy 7530.02 Staff Use of Personal Communication Devices: FOIA language to be added
• Policy 7543 Utilization of the District Website and Remote Access: Antivirus on Personal Device language to be added
• Policy 8400 School Safety Information: Requested confirmation from General Council regarding Sex Offender language
• New Policy 8600 Transportation: Decided will not move forward
• New Policy TBN37 Equitable Services: Expand definition of LEA

Special Board Meeting - Study Session

The Special Board will hold a study session to review the updated superintendent facility recommendations that resulted from the recent engagement process. Board members will also consider final facility topics that require direction, including next steps for vacant properties and the Cooley site. No formal actions are scheduled; the items are presented for discussion and information.

• Discussion of updated superintendent facility recommendations after the engagement process
• Review of final facility topics needing board direction, including vacant properties
• Consideration of next steps for the Cooley property
• Approval of agenda (motion to approve as presented)
• Public comment period (registration closes, then comments)

The Board held a study session to discuss updated recommendations for several school facilities. No formal votes were taken on the facility recommendations, which include proposals to keep certain schools as is or adjust phase-out timelines. A vote on a $700M investment is scheduled for June 2022.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider approving a partial 2022-2023 academic calendar with a pre-Labor Day start on August 29, 2022, and scheduled breaks. They will also vote on renaming Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern back to Northwestern High School, supported by 69% of survey respondents. Additionally, the committee will consider cooperative purchasing agreements for office and school supplies totaling up to $8.5 million for FY2022 and $10 million for FY2023.

• Approval of partial 2022-2023 Academic Calendar with student start Aug. 29, 2022
• Renaming Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern to Northwestern High School (cost ≤$75,000 for signage and uniforms)
• Cooperative purchases of office/school supplies: up to $8.5M through June 2022, $10M through June 2023
• Academic Update presentation from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
• Chairman's Report from Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved the partial 2022-2023 academic calendar and several purchasing contracts. A contract with BH365, LLC was denied pending further presentation of course materials. The Superintendent reported on virtual school changes and the On The Rise Academy.

• Approved Partial 2022-2023 Academic Calendar
• Approved renaming of Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern
• Approved contract for Cooperative Purchases of Office and School Supplies and Materials
• Approved contract with Wayside Publishing
• Approved contract renewal with Activate Learning (IQWST)
• Approved contract renewal with ECA Educational Services
• Approved Cooperative Purchasing Agreements with Promark and Tierney Brothers, Inc.
• Denied contract with BH365, LLC

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss and vote on three action items: a partial 2022-23 academic calendar, renaming Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern to Northwestern High School, and cooperative purchasing agreements for office and school supplies. The committee is recommending approval to the full school board.

• Approval of partial 2022-23 academic calendar with student start date of August 29, 2022, and 181 instructional days
• Renaming Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern to Northwestern High School, with cost not to exceed $75,000 for signage and uniforms
• Cooperative purchase agreements with Amazon, Office Depot, Staples, and School Specialty: up to $8.5 million through June 2022 and $10 million through June 2023

The Finance Committee approved the partial 2022-2023 academic calendar and the renaming of Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern. The committee also approved numerous purchasing agreements and contracts for school supplies, facilities, and services. CFO Jeremy Vidito presented financial reports through March 2022.

• Approved Partial 2022-2023 Academic Calendar
• Approved renaming of Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern
• Approved cooperative purchases of office and school supplies and materials
• Approved contracts with BH365, LLC, Wayside Publishing, Activate Learning (IQWST), and ECA Educational Services
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreements with Promark and Tierney Brothers, Inc.
• Approved contract with AstroTurf Corporation
• Approved contracts/renewals with Premier Relocations, Ferguson Enterprises, Payne Landscaping Inc., Premier Group Associates, and Redmont Signs, LLC
• Approved agreements with Qualified Abatement Services, Crystal Flash, Inc., Detroit Department of Transportation, Gorno Ford, KONE Elevator Company, ONEATLAS, Playworld Systems, Landscape Structures Inc., and Burke Inc.

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will vote on renewing a contract with LynxDX for weekly saliva PCR COVID-19 testing through June 2023 at a cost not to exceed $31,772,838. The board will also consider administrative terminations, approval of continued employment for one candidate, and approval of previous meeting minutes. A closed session is planned to discuss a legal opinion under Michigan law.

• Contract renewal with LynxDX for on-site weekly saliva PCR COVID-19 testing through June 30, 2023, up to $31,772,838
• Approval of administrative terminations (report attached)
• Recommendation for continued employment of candidate 394431 under MCL 380.1230
• Approval of minutes from March 8 regular meeting, March 12 special study session, March 21 Academic Committee, and March 25 Finance Committee
• Motion to enter closed session to consider a written legal opinion

The Board approved contract renewals for Frontline Education, LynxDX, and several construction and roofing firms. The Board also voted to approve administrative terminations for four employees due to job abandonment and accepted new employment recommendations.

• Approved administrative terminations for Lashawn Houze, Nicole Conaway, Miyana Davison, and Patricia Jordan
• Approved Superintendent's recommendations for employment
• Approved contract renewals with Frontline Education, Inc. and LynxDX, Inc.
• Approved contracts with City Contracting Services and Nationwide Fencing Construction Group of RMD Holding, LTD
• Approved contract renewal with Lutz Roofing
• Approved Policy 0100 (Definitions), Policy 0131.1 (Bylaws and Policies), Policy 0165.6 (Cancellation), and Policy 0167.6 (Use of Social Media)
• Accepted the Deputy Superintendent's Report

Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee will discuss and vote on two contract renewals: a $31.8 million extension with LynxDX for weekly COVID-19 saliva testing through June 2023, and a $377,488 renewal with Frontline Education for a professional development and absence management platform. The committee also receives the CFO's report and handles procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Contract renewal with LynxDX for on-site weekly saliva PCR COVID-19 testing, not-to-exceed $31,772,838 through June 30, 2023
• Contract renewal with Frontline Education for professional development, absence, and evaluation management platform, not-to-exceed $377,488 through June 30, 2023
• Chief Financial Officer's Report
• Approval of agenda and meeting opening procedures

The Finance Committee approved contract renewals for LynxDX, Inc. and Frontline Education, Inc. The committee also approved contracts for City Contracting Services, Nationwide Fencing Construction Group of RMD Holding, LTD, and Lutz Roofing. CFO Jeremy Vidito presented financial reports through February 2022.

• Approved contract renewal with LynxDX, Inc.
• Approved contract renewal with Frontline Education, Inc.
• Approved contract with City Contracting Services
• Approved contract renewal with Nationwide Fencing Construction Group of RMD Holding, LTD
• Approved contract with Lutz Roofing

**Time Change**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider approving two contract renewals: a $31.8 million COVID-19 saliva PCR testing contract with LynxDX for the 2022-2023 school year, and a $377,488 contract with Frontline Education for a professional development, absence, and evaluation management platform. The committee will also hear an academic update from the superintendent and receive a chairman's report. Public comment will be taken via Zoom.

• Renewal of LynxDX, Inc. contract for weekly saliva PCR COVID-19 testing through June 2023, not to exceed $31,772,838
• Renewal of Frontline Education, Inc. contract for professional development, absence, and evaluation management platform, not to exceed $377,488
• Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti
• Chairman's Report from School Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn
• Approval of agenda and minutes from previous meeting

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved two contract renewals. Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti also reported on the expansion of mental health services and student immunization efforts.

• Approved contract renewal with LynxDX, Inc.
• Approved contract renewal with Frontline Education, Inc.

**CANCELLED**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included procedural items, review of several policies, and a resolution recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month, but no action was taken.

• Meeting cancelled—no business conducted
• Planned post-adoption review of policies: 1420 (School Administrator Evaluations), 2210 (Curriculum Development), 3130 (Assignment and Transfer), 5330.02 (Opioid Antagonists), 6107 (Electronic Records), 6112 (Cash Management of Grants), 6700 (Fair Labor Standards Act), 8450.06 (Employee Mandatory Vaccination)
• Planned new policy: 5335 (Care of Students with Chronic Health Conditions)
• Planned resolution: Recognition of National Arab American Heritage Month

Special Board Meeting - Study Session

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board holds a special study session to discuss facility plan topics with fellow board members and the superintendent. The agenda includes procedural items like call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and public comment. No specific facility plan details are provided in the agenda.

• Discussion of facility plan topics between board members and superintendent (item 5.01)

The Board of Education held a special study session to discuss school facilities and enrollment challenges. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board will consider approving up to $35.12 million in contracts for school-based services including academic support, enrichment, and wraparound programs for summer and the school year. The board will also vote on personnel actions and hear reports from the finance officer and superintendent. Public comment is open both in person and virtually.

• Approval of school-based contracts not-to-exceed $35,120,000 for academic support, enrichment, and wraparound services during summer and school year
• Personnel actions: recommended employment for two candidates (394293 and 393357)
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings: Feb 8 regular, Feb 10 special study session, Feb 28 academic committee, March 4 finance committee
• Finance report from Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Vidito
• Superintendent's report including recognition of district core values and updates on academics, operations, and human resources

The Board approved a series of school-based and vendor contracts, including agreements with AT&T and US Foods. Members also approved Policy 0144.1 regarding Board stipends and expenses. The Board accepted the Deputy Superintendent's report and recommendations for continued employment.

• Approved Policy 0144.1 Compensation – Board Stipend and Expenses
• Approved Recommendations for Continued Employment
• Approved School Based Contracts for District and Private Non-Public Schools
• Approved contracts with Delta-T Group, Detroit, Inc., and RCM Healthcare Services
• Approved contract with AT&T
• Approved contract with Rauland SoundCom
• Approved contract with US Foods for food storage, distribution, and warehousing
• Approved contract renewals with Cengage Learning Group, Great Minds, LLC, and John Wiley & Sons

Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Finance Committee is meeting to consider approving up to $35,120,000 in contracts for school-based services including academic support, enrichment, and latchkey programs. The committee will also hear the Chief Financial Officer's report and approve the agenda. Public comment is available via Zoom.

• Approval of school-based contracts worth up to $35,120,000 for summer enrichment, extended day, latchkey, and private non-public school services
• Chief Financial Officer's report with February 2022 financial update
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Virtual public comment procedures via Zoom webinar

The Finance Committee approved several vendor contracts, including agreements for food warehousing and landscaping. The committee also approved school-based contracts for district and private public schools and a series of educational service renewals.

• Approved School Based Contracts for District and Private Public School
• Approved contracts with Delta-T Group, Detroit, Inc., and RCM Healthcare Services
• Approved contracts with AT&T, Rauland Soundcom, and Learning Consultants, Inc.
• Approved contract amendment and renewal with Imagine Learning
• Approved contract amendment with McGraw Hill
• Approved contract amendment with Savvas Education, Inc.
• Approved contract renewals with Cengage Learning Group, Great Minds, LLC, and John Wiley & Sons
• Approved purchases from CPM Educational Program and Scholastic Inc.

Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider approving up to $35,120,000 in contracts for school-based academic support, enrichment, youth development, and wraparound services for summer, extended day, latchkey, and private non-public schools. The funds come from Title funds, COVID-19 relief, and the general fund. Committee members will also receive an academic update from the superintendent.

• Approval of $35,120,000 in contracts for school-based services including summer enrichment, extended day, latchkey, and private non-public schools
• Contracts cover academic support, enrichment activities (arts, STEAM, athletics), and wraparound services
• Vendors include BuildOn, Boys and Girls Club of SE Michigan, DAPCEP, Detroit PAL, and many others
• Funding sources: Title funds, COVID-19 funding, general fund

The committee approved a series of tie-barred academic contracts and purchases, including agreements with Imagine Learning and McGraw Hill. Additionally, the committee approved contracts for food warehousing and landscaping services. Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti reported a decline in graduation rates and student grade-level performance.

• Approved tie-barred contracts for School Based Contracts, Delta-T Group, RCM Healthcare Services, AT&T, Rauland SoundCom, and Learning Consultants, Inc.
• Approved contract amendment and renewal with Imagine Learning
• Approved contract amendment with McGraw Hill
• Approved contract amendment with Savvas Education, Inc.
• Approved contract renewal with Cengage Learning Group
• Approved contract renewal with Great Minds, LLC.
• Approved contract renewal with John Wiley & Sons
• Approved purchases from CPM Educational Program and Scholastic Inc.

**CANCELLED**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Policy Ad-Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022 was cancelled. The agenda listed procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and review of bylaws, but no decisions or actions were taken.

• 1.01 Call to Order – procedural opening
• 1.02 Roll Call – attendance record
• 2.01 Approval of Agenda – agenda adoption
• 3.01 Policies/Bylaws for Review – review of new bylaws and definitions
• 4.01 Public Comment – opportunity for public input

Special Board Meeting - Study Session

This special board meeting and study session includes a facilities update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti. The board will hear public comment and discuss potential facility changes. No votes on substantive items are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Facilities update/changes presented by Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti with supporting deck (9,068 KB)

The Board conducted a study session to review recommendations for a Facility Master Plan. Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti presented proposed investments for new construction, building reactivations, additions, and renovations. No formal votes were taken on the plan recommendations during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Regular Board Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Board holds a regular meeting with action items including approval of minutes, finance and superintendent reports, personnel actions, and several administrative items. Key decisions are the sale of MacDowell School to MacDowell Preparatory Academy for $1,070,000 and approval of a tentative 2021-23 collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory) for increased compensation not to exceed $533,360.

• Sale of MacDowell School (4201 W. Outer Drive) to MacDowell Preparatory Academy for $1,070,000
• Approval of 2021-23 tentative agreement with IUOE Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory) for increased compensation up to $533,360
• Approval of administrative terminations
• Detroit Public Library Commission appointment (no details provided)
• Approval of minutes from January 11 and January 28 committee meetings

The Board approved the sale of MacDowell School and several administrative appointments. It also authorized a series of contract renewals and extensions, including an agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324. Additionally, the Board approved the administrative termination of 11 employees.

• Approved the sale of MacDowell School
• Approved administrative terminations for 11 employees (job abandonment or failure to return from leave)
• Approved 2021-23 Tentative Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324
• Approved contract renewal with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries for Camp Burt Shurly
• Approved contract extension with DLR Group
• Approved contract with Presidio, Inc.
• Approved contract amendment with Complete Mechanical Contracting
• Approved resolution supporting full funding of the IDEA Act

**DATE & SECOND TIME CHANGE**Policy Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting

The DPSCD Policy Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to review board policy 0144.1 on compensation, stipends, and expenses for board members. The agenda includes procedural items and a public comment period. No votes on specific proposals are listed.

• Review of Policy 0144.1 – Board Stipend and Expenses (post-adoption review)
• Approval of meeting agenda
• Public comment period

The Policy Ad-Hoc Committee conducted a post-adoption review of Policy 0144.1 regarding Board Stipend and Expenses. No edits were made to the policy.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Reviewed Policy 0144.1 Compensation-Board Stipend and Expenses (no edits)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Detroit Public Schools Finance Committee meets to discuss the CFO's report and vote on two action items: a tentative labor agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory Personnel) costing up to $533,360, and the approval of the Superintendent evaluation tool for the 2021-22 school year.

• Approval of 2021-23 tentative agreement with IUOE Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory Personnel) — $533,360 incremental cost from General Fund for wage increases and COVID stipends
• Approval of Superintendent evaluation tool for 2021-22, based on Blueprint 2023, including student growth and domain weights
• Chief Financial Officer's report on district finances

The Finance Committee approved a tentative agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324, and several service contracts. The committee also approved the Superintendent Evaluation Tool. A recommendation to sell MacDowell School was removed from the agenda to be reviewed by the Full Board.

• Approved 2021-2023 Tentative Agreement of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory Personnel)
• Approved Superintendent Evaluation Tool
• Approved contract renewal with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries for Camp Burt Shurly
• Approved contract extension with DLR Group
• Approved contract with Presidio, Inc.
• Approved contract with Complete Mechanical Contracting
• Removed Action Item 4.07 (Sale of MacDowell School) from agenda for Full Board review

**TIME CHANGE**Curriculum/Academics Committee Meeting

The Curriculum/Academics Committee will consider approval of a tentative two-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory Personnel), costing up to $533,360. Also up for action is adoption of the 2021-22 Superintendent evaluation tool. The agenda includes reports from the chair and superintendent, and procedural approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• Approval of 2021-23 Tentative Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324 (Non-Instructional Supervisory Personnel) — incremental cost not to exceed $533,360 from General Fund, including wage increases and $2,000 annual COVID mitigation stipend.
• Approval of the 2021-22 Superintendent Evaluation Tool, updated to align with Blueprint 2023 and available data sources.
• Academic Update from Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti.
• Chairman's Report from School Board Member Bishop Corletta Vaughn.

The Curriculum/Academic Committee approved a labor agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324 and a contract renewal with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. The committee also approved a contract extension with DLR Group and the sale of MacDowell School. A motion to approve the sale of vacant land at 3106 16th Street was not made.

• Approved 2021-2023 Tentative Agreement of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 324 (carried without objection)
• Approved Superintendent Evaluation Tool (carried without objection)
• Approved contract renewal with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries for Camp Burt Shurly (carried without objection)
• Approved contract extension with DLR Group (carried without objection)
• Approved sale of MacDowell School (carried)
• No motion made to approve sale of vacant land at 3106 16th Street

Organizational Board Meeting

This is an organizational board meeting focused on internal appointments and administrative actions. The board will decide on committee and external organization appointments, ratify the 2022 regular meeting calendar, and approve memberships with associated fees. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of memberships: Michigan Association of School Boards ($9,512), Wayne County Association of School Boards ($170), Council of Urban Board Educators ($10,380)
• Ratification of 2022 Regular School Board Meeting Calendar
• Designation of Vania Moore to post notices of meetings
• Appointments to Finance, Curriculum, Policy, Code of Conduct, Public Safety Oversight, and other committees
• External organization appointments to Michigan Association of School Boards, Detroit Public Library Commission, and Detroit Public Schools Foundation

The Board ratified the 2022 regular school board meeting calendar and approved annual memberships. Members agreed to remain in their current roles for various internal committees and external organization appointments. The Board also approved the designation of an individual for posting meeting notices.

• Approved 2022 Regular School Board Meeting Calendar
• Approved Annual Memberships
• Approved Designation of Individual for Posting Notices of Meetings
• Confirmed current committee roles for Finance, Curriculum/Academic, Policy Ad-Hoc, Code of Conduct Hearing, and Public Safety Oversight committees
• Appointed Dr. Deborah Hunter-Harvill as representative for Exceptional Student Education
• Established Detroit Public Library Commission Appointee Committee with Dr. Deborah Hunter-Harvill as Chair
• Confirmed external appointments for Michigan Association of School Boards, Detroit Public Library Commission, WCASB, and Detroit Public Schools Foundation

Regular Board Meeting

The board is deciding whether to approve an updated 2021-22 Reopening Plan that shifts to online learning due to record high city infection rates and low vaccination rates. The plan includes provisions for laptops, meals, and mental health support. The board will also hear finance and superintendent reports, approve prior meeting minutes, and take public comment.

• Vote on updated DPSCD 2021-22 Reopening Plan (temporary shift to online learning until Jan 24 or 31)
• Finance report from CFO Jeremy Vidito (January Finance Presentation.pdf)
• Superintendent's report covering academics, operations, and HR with personnel transaction listings
• Approval of minutes from five previous meetings (Policy, Finance, Regular, and two Special Board meetings)
• Public comment (in-person and virtual) with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Board of Education approved the updated 2020-21 Reopening Plan. The meeting included a financial report showing FY22 revenues above budget projections and a superintendent's update on COVID-19 data and the shift to online learning.

• Approved the Updated DPSCD 2020-21 Reopening Plan
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the tie-barred meeting minutes from December 9, 10, 14, and 16, 2021