Whitefish Public Schools public meetings in 2025
53 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees Policy Committee Meeting
The Whitefish Board of Trustees Policy Committee will hold a meeting on September 3, 2025, to discuss proposed revisions to Policy 3141. The meeting includes public comment periods and procedural items. No other action items are scheduled.
- Discussion of revisions to Policy 3141 (attachment: 3141-rev 8.21.25)
HR Director Interview
The Whitefish School Board will conduct interviews for the Human Resource Director position in a closed session. The agenda includes only procedural opening items and one discussion/action item for the interview.
- Human Resource Director interview (discussion/action item)
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session to review and potentially approve recommendations for new hires.
- Personnel: Recommendations for Hire (Means)
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board is meeting for a monthly work session. The agenda includes public comment and a professional development session led by Debra Silk for trustees and administration. No votes or action items are scheduled.
- Professional development session led by Debra Silk for school board trustees and administration
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will meet to approve the 2025-26 budget, new and revised policies, and a data privacy agreement. The meeting also includes updates on the Whitefish High School expansion and a strategic plan revision.
- Approval of 2025-26 Budget
- New and Revised Policies (1000-8000)
- Arbiter Sports Data Privacy Agreement
- WHS Expansion Updates
- Strategic Plan Revision
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The Whitefish High School Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee will meet to discuss facility improvements, facilitated by Luke Hamman and A&E design. The meeting includes a public comment period, but no decisions are scheduled—only discussion.
- Discussion of WHS athletic facility improvements led by Luke Hamman and A&E design
WHS Academic Expansion Committee Meeting
The WHS Academic Expansion Committee will hold a discussion on the academic facility expansion at Whitefish High School. Luke Hamman and A&E design will facilitate the discussion. No action items or votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Discussion on WHS academic facility expansion led by Luke Hamman and A&E design
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will consider and vote on recommendations for hire submitted by administration. The only substantive action item is personnel matters, with no other policy or financial decisions on the agenda.
- Action item: Personnel recommendations for hire (Means) — approval recommended
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board is holding a monthly work session with a single discussion item: a professional development opportunity facilitated by Debra Silk. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda revision, and public comment. No action items or specific proposals are scheduled for a vote.
- Board Professional Development facilitated by Debra Silk
Board of Trustees Policy Committee Meeting
The Board of Trustees Policy Committee will meet to discuss proposed policy revisions and new policies. The agenda includes procedural items and public comment. No specific policies or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion of policy revisions and new policies (no specifics provided in agenda)
Board of Trustees Policy Committee Meeting
The Whitefish School Board Policy Committee will discuss proposed policy revisions and new policies. Attached documents include a June 2025 board policy review, a memo on policies and handbooks, and a memo on changes to out-of-district attendance. No formal action is scheduled; this is a discussion and information item.
- June 2025 Board Policy Review document
- Memo on policies, handbooks, and other legislation
- Memo on changes to out-of-district attendance
- Meeting is in person with Zoom viewing only; public comment available for non-agenda items
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will discuss and take action on several items including a WHS expansion update, approval of a WEF/WSD MOU, a Glacier Twins sub-lease agreement, updated bus routes for the 2025-26 school year, and the preliminary budget. They will also consider creating a half-time Director of Human Resources position and approve personnel hires and extra duty renewals.
- WHS expansion project update from owner's representative Luke Hamman
- WEF/WSD memorandum of understanding for 2025-26
- Glacier Twins sub-lease agreement with school district
- Updated bus route recommendation for 2025-26 school year
- 2025-26 preliminary budget presentation
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
This special meeting of the Whitefish Public Schools Board of Trustees includes action on several personnel hires for summer and regular positions, and discussion of the superintendent's evaluation, which may lead into executive session. The board will also handle opening procedures such as public comment and agenda revision.
- Hire Johanna Baskette as Summer Jumpstart Crossing Guard
- Hire Peregrine Frissell as WMS Social Studies Teacher
- Hire Rachel Meyer as Summer Jumpstart Counselor
- Hire Marilyn Weiskopf as Mulldown Special Education Teacher
- Superintendent evaluation discussion, possible executive session
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
This is a monthly work session of the Whitefish School Board. Trustees will discuss an update on the Running Start program with FVCC staff, an update on the district's Quick Response Team and emergency communications, and a revised Multi-Tiered System of Supports handbook. No action items are scheduled; it is a discussion-only meeting.
- Running Start update presented by Lisa Bloom with FVCC staff
- QRT update and emergency communications overview by Superintendent Means
- WSD MTSS Handbook revised June 2025 shared for discussion
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will vote on approving new AP Physics and Psychology curricula, multiple out-of-district enrollment applications including one denial due to accreditation cap, and interlocal agreements for student services and transportation. The board will also discuss an update on the Whitefish High School expansion project and receive a report on math curriculum development. Additionally, the board will act on personnel hires and extra duty renewals.
- Approval of AP Physics and Psychology curricula recommended
- Denial of out-of-district enrollment (student 25444) for exceeding 87% accreditation cap
- Discussion on WHS expansion project design and owner's representative update
- Interlocal agreements with Evergreen SD (Crossroads program) and Olney-Bissell SD (pupil transportation)
- Personnel hires including Brendan Barnes (WHS assistant wrestling coach) and others
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The board will act on personnel recommendations for 11 hires, officially canvass the May 6 operating levy election, and consider a resolution to have Flathead County conduct WSD elections in the 2025-26 school year.
- Personnel hires: Brendan Barnes (WHS business teacher), Tom Bernat (temporary summer jumpstart paraeducator), Amy Biesel (extended school year teacher), and eight others
- Approval of the official canvass for the May 6, 2025 operating levy election
- Resolution requesting Flathead County Election Office to conduct WSD elections for 2025-26
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
This is a monthly work session of the Whitefish School Board. The agenda includes public comment and a single discussion item on the district's communications report. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion item: Communications Report presented by Darlene Schottle, including guiding questions
WHS Expansion Community Update Meeting
This is a community update meeting on the Whitefish High School expansion project, hosted by the Whitefish Public Schools board. The design firm A&E will facilitate a discussion and provide an update on the project. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational with public comment allowed.
- Discussion and update on WHS Expansion led by A&E design firm
- Public comment period open for community input
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The committee will hold a discussion on proposed improvements to Whitefish High School athletic facilities, facilitated by A and E design. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda. Public comment will be taken before the discussion.
- Discussion item: WHS Athletic Facility Improvements Discussion, facilitated by A and E design
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The board will consider approving two-year collective bargaining agreements with the Whitefish Education Association (teachers) and Whitefish Classified Employees Association, including base salary increases of 3% per year for teachers and wage increases for classified staff. Trustees will also hear updates on the Whitefish High School expansion project and vote on donations, data privacy agreements, and staff renewals.
- WEA/WSD IBB Decision: two-year agreement with 3% base increase for 25/26 and 26/27
- WCEA/WSD IBB Decision: two-year agreement with $1.00/hour increase for existing staff, $0.75/hour for starting wage
- Whitefish Community Foundation $10,000 donation for Performing Arts Center genie lift
- Whitefish Education Foundation $70,000 donation for music program
- WHS Expansion updates from owner's rep and A&E representatives
WHS Academic Expansion Committee Meeting
The WHS Academic Expansion Committee will hold a discussion on the Whitefish High School academic facility expansion, facilitated by A and E design. No action or decision is noted on the agenda; it is a discussion item.
- Discussion of WHS academic facility expansion led by A and E design
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will discuss and vote on a contract addendum with Rocky Mountain Transportation for transportation activities. The administration recommends approval. This is the only substantive action item on the special meeting agenda.
- WSD/Rocky Mountain Transportation Activities Contract Addendum (Means/Soley) – recommended for approval
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
This is a monthly work session of the Whitefish School Board. Trustees will hear presentations on the Balanced Screen Time Initiative, including guidelines for K-8 and 9-12, and on professional development plans for next school year. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.
- Presentation of K-8 and 9-12 Balanced Screen Time guidelines from Curriculum Director Lisa Bloom
- Discussion of professional development concepts for 2025-26 school year aligned to strategic plan
WCEA/WSD IBB Meeting
This is a special meeting for interest-based bargaining between the Whitefish Community Education Association and the Whitefish School District. The board will hold a discussion on the bargaining process. No specific proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of WCEA/WSD interest-based bargaining
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee is meeting to discuss athletic facility improvements at Whitefish High School, with facilitation by A and E design. No decisions or action items are listed; the agenda includes opening procedures and public comment.
- Discussion on WHS Athletic Facility Improvements led by A and E design
WHS Academic Expansion Committee Meeting
The WHS Academic Expansion Committee will meet to discuss the planned academic facility expansion at Whitefish High School. A and E design will facilitate the discussion. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed as a discussion only.
- Discussion of WHS academic facility expansion led by A and E design
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will hold its monthly business meeting, featuring updates on the WHS expansion project and a new K-6 reading curriculum. Action items include approval of the Edmentum online learning platform for credit recovery and independent high school, personnel hires, and out-of-district student enrollments. A wellness/mental health grant partnership will also be discussed.
- Vote on purchasing Edmentum to replace Edgenuity as online learning platform for WIHS and WHS
- Discussion of WHS expansion project design and owner's representative update
- Update on implementation of Amplify K-6 reading curriculum
- Wellness/Mental Health Grant partnership with Nate Chute
- Approval of personnel hires and substitutes (5 hires, 4 substitutes)
WEA/WSD IBB Meeting
This is a meeting of the Whitefish Public Schools and the Whitefish Education Association for Interest Based Bargaining. The agenda includes opening items (call to order, public comment) and a discussion on WEA/WSD bargaining. No specific proposals or decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be a preliminary discussion session.
- Discussion of WEA/WSD Interest Based Bargaining
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee will discuss athletic facility improvements, facilitated by design firm A and E. No specific proposals or actions are scheduled for a vote; the meeting is focused on discussion and public comment.
- Discussion of WHS athletic facility improvements with A and E design firm
WHS Academic Expansion Committee Meeting
The WHS Academic Expansion Committee will hold a discussion on the planned academic facility expansion at Whitefish High School. A and E design will facilitate the discussion. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.
- Discussion regarding WHS Academic Expansion facilitated by A and E design
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will discuss and vote on a recommendation to select Martel Construction as the general contractor/construction manager (GCCM) for the high school expansion project. The recommendation follows a review of RFQ and RFP submissions by the WHS Expansion Committee. A decision is pending successful contract negotiations.
- Recommendation to select Martel Construction as GCCM for the Whitefish High School expansion project.
- Action item based on committee scoring of contractor proposals.
- Contract negotiations to follow if approved.
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will hold a work session to review Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Professional Learning Communities (PLC) with Genevieve Thomas. They will also discuss recent MTSS data including attendance, behavioral data, and a mental health screener for grades 7-12, led by Dana Remley. Additionally, Lisa Bloom will lead a discussion on winter academic data from mid-year iReady assessments. No formal votes or action items are scheduled; the meeting is focused on discussion.
- MTSS and PLC review with Genevieve Thomas (approx. 40 min)
- MTSS data discussion: attendance, behavior, and mental health screener for grades 7-12 (approx. 40 min)
- Winter academics data discussion using mid-year iReady results (approx. 40 min)
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
- Meeting is a work session only; no action items listed
WEA/WSD IBB Meeting
The Whitefish School Board and the Whitefish Education Association are meeting for interest-based bargaining (IBB). The agenda includes public comment and a single discussion item on the negotiation process. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.
- WEA/WSD Interest Based Bargaining discussion
WCEA/WSD IBB Meeting
This meeting is a discussion session between the Whitefish Community Education Association (WCEA) and the Whitefish School District (WSD) for interest-based bargaining. No specific proposals or decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to opening items and a single discussion item on bargaining.
- Discussion of WCEA/WSD interest-based bargaining
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will discuss General Fund budget projections and vote on the 2025-26 General Fund operating levy and permissive levies. Other key actions include a possible contract for the Superintendent through June 30, 2028, and a request to extend a retirement incentive deadline.
- Proposed 2025-26 General Fund operating levy
- Proposed decrease in permissive levies in the Tuition fund for 2025-26
- Superintendent contract through June 30, 2028
- WEA request to extend retirement incentive application deadline from March 1 to March 31
- Hiring recommendations for coaches, a school cook, a guest teacher, and a paraeducator
General Contractor/Construction Manager Interview Committee
The General Contractor/Construction Manager Interview Committee will hold public comment and then conduct interviews for GCCM services. No decision or recommendation is listed on this agenda; only discussion and interviews are scheduled.
- Committee interviews for General Contractor/Construction Manager (GCCM) services
WEA/WSD IBB Meeting
The Whitefish School Board is meeting with the Whitefish Education Association for an interest-based bargaining session. The agenda contains only procedural items and one discussion item regarding the bargaining process. No specific proposals or decisions are noted.
- WEA/WSD Interest Based Bargaining discussion
General Contractor/Construction Manager Application Screening Committee
The General Contractor/Construction Manager Application Screening Committee is meeting to screen applications for a general contractor or construction manager role. Public comment will be taken before the discussion. The meeting is for screening only, not a final award decision.
- GCCM Application Screening – committee review of contractor/construction manager applications
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board is holding a special meeting on March 4, 2025, to discuss superintendent evaluation (with possible closed executive session) and board professional development facilitated by Kaleva law. A previous meeting scheduled for February 4 was cancelled due to travel conditions and will be rescheduled; this meeting proceeds as planned.
- Superintendent evaluation (possible executive session per Montana law)
- Board professional development training facilitated by Kaleva law
WHS Academic Expansion Committee Meeting
The WHS Academic Expansion Committee will hold a discussion with A and E design regarding the Whitefish High School academic facility expansion. Public comment will be taken before the discussion. No other action items are listed.
- Discussion of WHS Academic Expansion with A and E design
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee will discuss proposed athletic facility improvements, facilitated by A and E design. Public comment will be taken. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion-only session.
- Discussion of WHS athletic facility improvements facilitated by A and E design
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees
This monthly work session includes discussion items on school climate survey data, district and building action plans, the Quick Response Team for emergencies, and the long-range facility plan. No votes or action items are scheduled; the board will review data and hear presentations.
- Review of student, parent, and staff climate surveys from Muldown Elementary, Whitefish Middle, and Whitefish High School
- Discussion of district and building action plans, including a new screen time committee
- Update on the Quick Response Team (QRT) and emergency operations procedures
- Discussion of the Long Range Facility Plan with enrollment data
WEA/WSD IBB Meeting
This is a meeting between the Whitefish Education Association and Whitefish School District for interest-based bargaining. The agenda contains only one discussion/action item regarding the bargaining process. No specific proposals or details are listed.
- WEA/WSD Interest Based Bargaining discussion
WCEA/WSD IBB Meeting
The Whitefish School Board and the Whitefish Classified Employees Association (WCEA) are meeting for Interest Based Bargaining (IBB) discussions. No specific proposals or decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Discussion of WCEA/WSD Interest Based Bargaining
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will hold its monthly business meeting with discussion and action items including a final bond resolution, approval of new high school course proposals for 2025-2026, and resolutions for the May 6, 2025 trustee and general fund operating levy elections. The board will also consider a softball agreement, out-of-district student enrollments, and personnel hires. Updates on MTSS, early literacy, and the Jump Start summer program are scheduled.
- Final Bond Resolution – recommended for approval
- Call for Election on May 6, 2025 for trustee and general fund operating levy
- WHS New Course Proposals for 2025-2026 – recommended for approval
- Softball Charitable Gift Agreement – recommended for approval
- Out of District Enrollment applications for students 24999 and 24998
CANCELLED-Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The special meeting of the Whitefish School Board of Trustees scheduled for February 4, 2025 was cancelled because of travel conditions for the presenter. The meeting was to include a professional development session facilitated by Kaleva Law and a superintendent evaluation, with a possible executive session. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date.
- School Board Professional Development training by Kaleva Law (cancelled)
- Superintendent Evaluation with possible executive session (cancelled)
WHS Athletic Facilities Improvement Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss WHS athletic facility improvements, facilitated by A and E design. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion of WHS Athletic Facility Improvements led by A and E design
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will consider approving two personnel hires: Alison Eglin as a 4th grade long-term substitute teacher and Daniel Long as a WHS custodian. The meeting includes public comment and other procedural items. The board is expected to vote on the hires.
- Hire Alison Eglin as 4th Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher
- Hire Daniel Long as WHS Custodian
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
- Meeting held via Zoom for viewing/listening only
Monthly Work Session of the Board of Trustees K-12 Connect
This is a monthly work session of the Whitefish Public Schools Board of Trustees. The main agenda item is a discussion on updating the graduate profile, facilitated by administration. The board will also tour Whitefish Middle School. No voting or action items are scheduled.
- Discussion on updating the graduate profile for Whitefish Schools
- Tour of Whitefish Middle School (WMS) led by Mr. Branstetter
Activities Transportation Advisory Task Force Committee Meeting
This meeting of the Activities Transportation Advisory Task Force Committee is primarily a discussion of activities transportation for Whitefish Public Schools. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, revision of agenda, and public comment. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the only action item is a discussion. The public may comment in person on items not on the agenda.
- Discussion of activities transportation (no further details provided)
Monthly Business Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board will discuss the $32.6 million bond issue and consider a resolution to adopt the GCCM alternative project delivery method for future construction. The board will also vote on out-of-district student applications, personnel hires, and the 25/26 school calendar. Other discussions include food services recognition, AI integration, and emergency school closure policies.
- Review of Preliminary Official Statement and bond rating for $32.6 million bond issue
- Action on resolution to adopt GCCM (Construction Manager at Risk) project delivery method
- Approval of 11 out-of-district enrollment applications and denial of 1 for exceeding accreditation cap
- Personnel hires including WHS Freshman Boys Basketball Coach and Technology Support Specialist
- Discussion and possible action on 25/26 school calendar (two draft options)
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Whitefish School Board is meeting in a special session to discuss and vote on a personnel recommendation for six hires, including a long-term substitute teacher, coaches, and support staff. Public comment is allowed in person; the Zoom option is view-only.
- Nicholas Edlund – WHS Business Teacher Long Term Substitute
- Jack Foster – WHS Head Softball Coach
- Michelle Haas – Muldown Secretary
- Brian Kennelly – Muldown Playground Supervisor
- Jude Perry – WMS Girls Basketball Coach
Special Board Meeting
The Whitefish School Board will hold a special meeting on January 8, 2025, to discuss and possibly take action on the superintendent evaluation. The agenda includes opening items and public comment, but the only substantive item is the evaluation, which may involve an executive session. No other business is scheduled.
- Superintendent evaluation with possible executive session