Green Bay Area Public School District public meetings in 2023

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 12/18/2023 @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education discussed a recommendation from administration on a future referendum, reviewed legislative updates, and approved the consent agenda including November bills and the November financial report.

• Administration provided a recommendation on a future referendum (BOE Memo)
• Board discussed legislative updates
• Board reviewed updates on the 2022 referendum project list
• Consent agenda approved, including November payments (9 KB file)
• Consent agenda approved, including November financial report (57 KB file)

The Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2024-25 academic year. Additionally, the Board authorized a contract for ADA-compliant playground equipment and renovations at Baird Elementary School. A consent agenda covering bills, financial reports, gifts, minutes, and personnel actions was also passed.

• Approved 2024-25 School Year Calendar (7-0)
• Approved $462,724.50 contract with Lee Recreation for ADA playground renovations at Baird Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bills, financial report, gifts, minutes, and personnel action (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 12/11/2023 @ 5 p.m.

The Board of Education will discuss the 2022-23 Annual Progress Report and School/District Report Cards, the proposed 2024-25 school calendar, a budget update, and results from a referendum survey conducted by the Donovan Group. This is a work session; no votes are scheduled. Updates on 2022 referendum projects will also be presented.

• Review of 2022-23 Annual Progress Report and School/District Report Cards
• Proposed 2024-25 school calendar presented by district leadership
• Budget update discussed
• Referendum survey results presented by Donovan Group
• Update on 2022 referendum projects

The Board of Education conducted a work session featuring presentations on the 2022-23 annual progress report, the 2024-25 school calendar, and the 23-25 budget deficit. No formal votes were taken on these items; the session consisted of presentations and discussions.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 p.m. (Unanimous)

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 11/27/2023 5:30 (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will convene a closed session at 5:30 p.m. to consider expulsion hearings and a recommendation for termination of staff member(s). The open session, starting at 6:00 p.m., includes only procedural items such as roll call and pledge. No other substantive open-session items are listed in the provided agenda.

• Closed session for expulsion hearings under Wisconsin Statute 120.13(1)(c) and (e)
• Closed session to consider administration’s recommendation for termination of staff member(s)

The Board of Education approved a multi-million dollar construction contract for East High School and voted to keep the District Office Building in its Facility Master Plan. Other actions included approving K-3 reading training and maintaining the Katherine Johnson Academy virtual program.

• Awarded $6,456,125 bid to Miron Construction for East High School renovations (7-0)
• Removed relocation of District Office Building from Facility Master Plan (6-1)
• Approved purchase of Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) for K-3 training (7-0)
• Recognized Katherine Johnson Academy as an important program and encouraged growth for sustainability (7-0)
• Approved membership for the Boundary Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved Resolution for Position on Vouchers (7-0)
• Approved request to DPI for 24-25 School Start Date Waiver (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 523.11 (Employee Alcohol and Drug Testing) and Policy 751.5 (Alternative Student Transport Vehicles) (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 11/13/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a special meeting on November 13, 2023, including a closed session for expulsion hearings. The board approved the purchase of scoreboards for Preble and West High Schools, awarded a $1.98 million architecture and engineering contract to Somerville Architects and Engineers for a new elementary school, and approved several staff employment, transfer, and resignation actions.

• Purchase of scoreboards from Daktronics for Preble and West High Schools (amount not specified)
• Award of $1,980,000 contract to Somerville Architects and Engineers for new elementary school design and engineering
• Approval of employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24
• Approval of staff transfers for 2023-24 fiscal year
• Approval of staff resignations and closed session for expulsion hearings

The Board approved a contract for architecture and engineering services for a new elementary school. Other actions included approving the purchase of high school scoreboards and personnel changes.

• Awarded architecture & engineering bid for new elementary school to Somerville Architects and Engineers for an estimated $1,980,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Daktronics scoreboards and installation for Preble High School and West High School (6-0)
• Approved employment of staff (6-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (6-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (6-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 11/13/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

This work session includes discussion items on online education, Act 20 early literacy, strategic planning, enrollment projections, a position resolution on vouchers, a school start date waiver for 24-25, and updates on 2022 and 2024 referendums. The board will also review proposed policy revisions on employee drug testing and alternative student transport, and select an alternate for the WASB convention. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Position Resolution for Vouchers – draft resolution discussion
• 2024 Referendum Updates & Preliminary Project List
• School Start Date Waiver for 24-25
• Revisions to Policy 523.11 Employee Alcohol and Drug Testing
• Revisions to Policy 751.5 Rule on Alternative Vehicles to Transport Students

The Board held a work session to discuss several items that will be brought for formal action on November 27, 2023. These include the purchase of LETRS training, a voucher position resolution, a school start date waiver, and the potential closure of the District Office Building. No formal votes were taken on these items during this session.

• Selected Andrew Becker as the WASB Convention Alternate
• Tabled Online Education Update to November 27 meeting
• Tabled LETRS training purchase to November 27 meeting
• Tabled Position Resolution for Vouchers to November 27 meeting
• Tabled School Start Date Waiver for 24-25 to November 27 meeting
• Tabled District Office Building project planning to November 27 meeting
• Tabled Revision to Policy 523.11 (Employee Alcohol and Drug Testing) to November 27 meeting
• Tabled Revision to Policy 751.5 Rule (Alternative Vehicles) to November 27 meeting

Special Board Meeting: 11/7/2023 @ 9:30 a.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School Board will hold a special closed session meeting on November 7, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. The sole purpose is to adjourn into closed session for expulsion hearings under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(a) and (f) and 120.13(1)(c) and (e). No public business is scheduled.

• Adjourn into closed session for expulsion hearings (Wis. Stat. §§ 19.85(1)(a),(f); 120.13(1)(c),(e))

Intra-City Student Council Meeting w/ the Board of Education 11/1/2023 @ 7:30 A.M.

The Intra-City Student Council and members of the Board of Education will hold a joint meeting. Good News Reports will be presented by representatives from East High School, West High School, Southwest High School, Preble High School, and John Dewey Academy of Learning. The council will then discuss the Link Crew Opportunity and Smart Passes.

• Good News Reports from East, West, Southwest, Preble High Schools, and John Dewey Academy of Learning
• Discussion: Link Crew Opportunity
• Discussion: Smart Passes

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 10/23/2023 @ 6:00 p.m. (open session) & Adjourn into Closed Session

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board met to approve its consent agenda, which bundles routine items such as bills, the financial report, and gifts into a single motion. The Board also held an open forum for community input and will adjourn to closed session to consider student admissions under Wisconsin Statute 120.13 (1)(f)2. All actions were taken by motion and vote as recorded.

• Consent Agenda Approval – routine business items approved by motion
• Bills – September 23 payments (file attached)
• Financial Report – September Board Report (file attached)
• Closed Session – discussion of student admissions per Wis. Statute 120.13 (1)(f)2
• Open Forum – presentations from Webster Elementary and Intra‑City Student Council

The Board of Education approved the 2023-24 final budget and a tax levy of $109,377,883. The Board also voted to consolidate the attendance areas of Tank Elementary into Lincoln Elementary and Keller Elementary into Kennedy Elementary, effective July 1, 2024.

• Approved final levy of $109,377,883 (7-0)
• Approved 2023-24 Final Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2024-25 Course Books (7-0)
• Approved consolidation of Tank Elementary boundaries into Lincoln Elementary effective July 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved consolidation of Keller Elementary boundaries into Kennedy Elementary effective July 1, 2024 (6-1)
• Accepted written school security drill evaluations (7-0)
• Approved Advisory Committee on Clean Energy Charter with amendments (6-1)
• Approved Advisory Committee Charter for Facility Master Planning study with amendments (7-0)

Public Hearing: 2023-24 Budget: 10/23/2023 @ 5:30 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District is holding a public hearing on the 2023-24 budget, including recommended changes and public comment. After the hearing, the Board will hold a regular meeting to vote on the budget. Community members may speak for up to three minutes or submit written comments.

• Public hearing for the 2023-24 budget at 5:30 p.m. in Room #331 at 200 S. Broadway
• Recommended changes to the 2023-24 budget with attached documents (Change Analysis, Tax Apportionment, Budget Book)
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker; written comments accepted via email
• Regular Board meeting to follow the hearing for a final vote on the budget

The Board of Education held a public hearing to review recommended changes to the 2023-24 budget. Chief Financial Officer Angie Roble presented budget attachments and reviewed changes since October 9, 2023. No formal votes on budget approvals were recorded during this meeting.

• Reviewed recommended changes to the 2023-24 Budget
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Special Board Meeting: 10/9/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Board of Education met in closed session for expulsion hearings, then in open session approved the employment and resignation of staff, the preliminary 2023-24 budget, and a $595,178 contract for the Edison Middle School Auditorium Renovation Project awarded to IEI General Contractors.

• Closed session for expulsion hearings under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f)
• Approved employment of certified and technical staff for 2023-24
• Approved resignation of certified staff
• Approved preliminary 2023-24 budget (Budget Book Final 23.24.pdf)
• Awarded $595,178 contract to IEI General Contractors for Edison Middle School Auditorium Renovation

The Board approved the preliminary 2023-24 budget following discussions on contracted services and poverty aid. A contract for the Edison Middle School Auditorium Renovation Project was awarded to IEI General Contractors. The Board also approved staff employment and resignations.

• Approved preliminary 2023-24 Budget (7-0)
• Awarded Edison Middle School Auditorium Renovation Project contract to IEI General Contractors for $595,178 (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved motion to convene in closed session for expulsion hearings (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 10/9/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss proposed consolidations of Tank Elementary to Lincoln Elementary and Keller Elementary to Kennedy Elementary, as well as a preliminary 2024 referendum project list. Other items include review of 2024-25 course books, security drill evaluations, and revisions to food service and curricular dog policies. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion on consolidation of Tank Elementary School to Lincoln Elementary School
• Discussion on consolidation of Keller Elementary School to Kennedy Elementary School
• Preliminary 2024 Referendum Project List presented for discussion
• Revisions to Policy 761 (Free and Reduced-Price Benefits) and Policy 763 (Meal Account Charges)
• Revision to Policy 383.2 – Curricular Dogs in the School Setting

The Board held a work session to discuss several items, including the consolidation of Tank and Keller elementary schools and a preliminary 2024 referendum project list. No formal actions were taken; items discussed are scheduled for formal action at the October 23, 2023, meeting.

• Tabled 2024-25 Course Books for formal action on Oct 23
• Tabled Security Drill Review for formal action on Oct 23
• Tabled consolidation of Tank Elementary to Lincoln Elementary for formal action on Oct 23
• Tabled modification of referendum resolution regarding IB pathways for formal action on Oct 23
• Tabled consolidation of Keller Elementary to Kennedy Elementary for formal action on Oct 23
• Tabled revisions to Rule 760 and Policies 761, 763, and 383.2 for formal action on Oct 23

Special Board Meeting: 9/28/2023 @ 10:00 a.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will convene a closed session on September 28, 2023, to conduct expulsion hearings under Wisconsin statutes. The session, closed to the public, involves considering personnel and disciplinary matters. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for expulsion hearings

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 09/25/2023 5:30 (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The board will convene in closed session to review a proposed settlement offer for government entity claims against JUUL and Altria. The open session includes procedural items such as roll call, pledge, mission statement, land acknowledgement, a student council report, and public forum. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review proposed settlement offer for government entity claims against JUUL and Altria (closed session)
• Intra-City Student Council report
• Public forum for community comments

The Board of Education approved a confidential settlement with Altria and voted to keep the Gifted Learner Program at Leonardo Da Vinci School. The Board also approved several Human Resources organizational changes and contracted Cooperative Strategies for a boundary and equity analysis.

• Approved confidential settlement agreement with Altria (6-0)
• Approved keeping Gifted Learner Program at Leonardo Da Vinci School (6-1)
• Contracted Cooperative Strategies for Boundary and Equity Analysis, not to exceed $125,000 (7-0)
• Approved 2023-24 Curriculum Updates & Content Essential Documents (6-0)
• Approved Head Start Program Guidelines and Policy Council By-Laws (6-0)
• Approved Student Services Interventionist job description (6-0)
• Modified Table of Organization to reclassify five HR specialist roles to Manager levels (6-0)
• Eliminated two Teaching & Learning Clerical positions to add a Budget and Data Manager (6-0)

Special Board Meeting: 09/19/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board held a special meeting to discuss a boundary analysis RFP presentation and to vote on staff employment. Board members approved the employment of certified staff on probationary contracts and the employment of managers and technical professionals for the 2023-24 school year. The meeting also included standard opening activities and a roll call.

• Boundary Analysis RFP Consultant Presentation – discussion
• Employment of Certified Staff on Probationary Contracts for 2023-24 – approved
• Employment of Managers and Technical Professionals for 2023-24 – approved

The Board of Education approved the employment of staff as presented. Additionally, the Board heard presentations from MGT and Cooperative Strategies regarding the Boundary Analysis RFP.

• Approved employment of staff (5-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 9/11/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss updates on facility master planning, including the potential consolidation of Tank Elementary School and modifications to West High School. They will also consider an April 2024 referendum question, boundary and equity analysis, and a clean energy resolution. Other discussions include charter school updates, the 2023-24 preliminary budget, and departmental reorganizations. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Update on consolidation of Tank Elementary School
• Discussion on modifications to West High School to include John Dewey Academy of Learning and/or District Office
• Update regarding April 2024 referendum question
• Update on RFP for boundary and equity analysis
• 2023-24 preliminary budget update

The Board of Education held a work session to review updates on referendum questions, facility master planning, and the preliminary 2023-24 budget. No formal actions were taken during this session; several items were scheduled for formal action on September 25, 2023.

• Tabled formal action on Gifted Learner Program placement at Leonardo Da Vinci School to Sept 25
• Tabled formal action on 2023-24 Curriculum Updates & Course Essential Documents to Sept 25
• Tabled formal action on Head Start Program Guidelines and Policy Council By-Laws to Sept 25
• Tabled formal action on Human Resources Department reorganization to Sept 25
• Tabled formal action on Teaching & Learning Department administrative support reorganization to Sept 25

Special Board Meeting: 09/11/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to vote on the transfer and resignation of staff, and to award a $3,217,120 contract to IEI General Contractors, Inc. for the West High School weight room addition and alterations project.

• Awarding of contract to IEI General Contractors, Inc. for West High School weight room addition and alterations at $3,217,120
• Approval of transfer of certified staff for the 2023-24 school year
• Approval of resignation of certified staff and manager/technical professional staff

The Board approved a contract for additions and alterations to the West High School weight room. The Board also approved staff resignations and staff transfers.

• Awarded $3,217,120 contract to IEI General Contractors, Inc for West High School Weight Room Addition and Alterations Project (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 09/5/2023 @ 12:00 p.m. - Virtual

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a special virtual meeting on September 5, 2023. The board approved staff employment, transfers, and resignations, and awarded two construction bids for Edison: Lueck's Inc. for windows ($703,290) and Elmstar Electric for ceiling/lighting replacement ($529,987 plus a $20,000 change order).

• Approved employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24
• Approved transfer of administrative, manager, and technical professional staff
• Approved resignation of certified staff
• Awarded $703,290 bid to Lueck's Inc. for Edison Window Project
• Awarded $529,987 bid to Elmstar Electric for Edison ceiling/lighting replacement, with a $20,000 change order for fixture substitution

The Board approved two construction contracts for the Edison project and authorized personnel changes. The meeting was conducted virtually and lasted five minutes.

• Approved employment of staff (5-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (5-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (5-0)
• Awarded $703,290 bid to Lueck's Inc. for Edison Window Project (5-0)
• Awarded $529,987 bid to Elmstar Electric for Edison Ceiling/Lighting replacement (5-0)
• Approved approximately $20,000 Change Order for Sylvania fixtures at Edison (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 08/28/2023 @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board of Education will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of July 2023 bills, a gifts report, and minutes from several previous meetings. Public comment will be heard during open forum. The meeting also includes an Intra-City Student Council report.

• Consent agenda approval of July 2023 bills
• Approval of gifts report for July 2023
• Approval of minutes from 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/22 meetings
• Public forum for community comments
• Intra-City Student Council report

The Board of Education voted to consolidate Wequiock Elementary into Red Smith Community School 4K-8 effective July 1, 2024. The Board also approved 8% base wage increases for educators, administrators, and various support staff retroactive to July 1, 2023. Additionally, the Board approved several community-based after-school program contracts and software purchases.

• Approved consolidation of Wequiock Elementary into Red Smith Community School 4K-8 effective July 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved 8% base wage increase for educators retroactive to July 1, 2023 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 8% base wage increase for paraprofessionals, trades, clerical, food service, maintenance, monitors, support staff, technical/professional staff, managers, and executive assistants retroactive to July 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved 8% wage increase for administrators retroactive to July 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Edgenuity software for $286,707.50 (7-0)
• Approved Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay for after-school programs at Danz and Fort Howard Elementary for $285,457 (7-0)
• Approved YMCA of Green Bay for after-school programs at seven elementary schools for $1,001,595.25 (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 383 and Rule 383 regarding Animals in School and Policy 526 regarding Personnel Records (7-0)

Special Board Meeting - Board & Cabinet Retreat 08/22/2023 @ 5:00 pm

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a special retreat. Attendees will discuss trust and collaboration, board and superintendent relationship roles, and the superintendent evaluation. Additional discussions will cover board norms, collective commitments, and plans for board self‑evaluation and next steps.

• Discussion on trust and collaboration
• Discussion on board and superintendent role definitions and responsibilities
• Superintendent evaluation discussion
• Discussion on board norms and collective commitments
• Planning next steps for board self‑evaluation

The Board of Education and Cabinet held a retreat focused on trust, collaboration, and role definitions. The session covered board and superintendent responsibilities, evaluation strategies, and collective commitments. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:08 p.m. (Unanimous)

Special Board Meeting - Board & Cabinet Retreat 08/21/2023 @ 5:00 pm

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education is holding a special board meeting and retreat on August 21, 2023. The agenda consists of discussions on governance overview, foundational documents, mission and vision, and equity. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Essential Elements of Governance Overview
• Discussion of Foundational Documents and Strategic Focus on the Future
• Discussion of Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Strategic Priorities
• Discussion of Excellence and Equity in education

The Board of Education held a retreat facilitated by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards. The session covered governance, foundational documents, and strategic priorities. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:59 p.m. (Unanimous)

Board of Education Work Session: 8/14/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting - Open Session & Adjourn into Closed Session

The Board will hold a work session with discussions on facility master planning, referendum updates, the Wequiock resolution, and a superintendent's report covering Head Start grants, literacy curriculum, after-school programs, software purchases, and budget transfers. Policy revisions on animals in school and personnel records are also on the agenda. The meeting will then adjourn into closed session for collective bargaining strategy, employee employment status, and litigation discussions.

• Facility Master Planning and Referendum Updates discussion
• Wequiock Resolution Update
• Head Start grant carryover and supplemental grant approvals
• Edgenuity software purchase discussion
• Policy 383 - Live Animals in School revision

The Board of Education conducted a work session to discuss facility planning, literacy curriculum, and various grant requests. No formal actions were taken on these items; they were scheduled for a regular meeting on August 28, 2023. The session concluded with a motion to enter a closed session.

• Approved motion to adjourn into closed session (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 08/14/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

This special board meeting will consider approval of certified staff employment on probationary contracts for the 2023-24 school year and approval of staff resignations, both as consent agenda items. The meeting is open session at the district office, 200 S. Broadway, Green Bay.

• Approval of employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24 school year (consent agenda)
• Approval of resignation of certified staff (consent agenda)

The Board of Education approved the employment and resignation of staff as presented. No other substantive items were discussed during the meeting.

• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 08/7/2022 @ 12:00 p.m. - Virtual

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a virtual special meeting on August 7, 2023. The board voted unanimously to approve the employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for the 2023-24 school year, the transfer of administrative and technical-professional staff, and the resignation of certified staff, all as presented in attached documents.

• Approved employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24 school year
• Approved transfers of administrative, manager, and technical-professional staff
• Approved resignations of certified staff
• All motions carried unanimously (5 yes votes)

The Board of Education met virtually to review personnel changes. The board approved the employment, transfer, and resignation of staff as presented.

• Approved employment of staff (5-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (5-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (5-0)

Special Board Meeting: 07/31/2023 @ 12:00 p.m. - Virtual

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a special virtual meeting to act on routine personnel matters. The board approved the employment, transfer, and resignation of staff as presented, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24 school year
• Approved transfer of administrative, manager, and technical professional staff for 2023-24 fiscal year
• Approved resignation of certified staff

The Board of Education approved the employment, transfer, and resignation of staff as presented. The meeting was conducted virtually and lasted four minutes.

• Approved employment of staff (5-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (5-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (5-0)

Exchange of Proposals: 7/27/23 @ 2:30 p.m. - Plumbers and Pipefitters, Carpenters, and Electrical Workers

The Green Bay Area Public School District will meet with United Association Local 400 (Plumbers and Pipefitters), North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters, and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 158 to exchange initial bargaining proposals. The meeting begins in open session at 2:30 p.m. and is expected to move to closed session to discuss employee compensation. This is a preliminary step in the contract negotiation process.

• Exchange of initial bargaining proposals with three unions: Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 400, Carpenters, and IBEW Local 158
• Meeting location: Green Bay Area Public School District Office, 200 S. Broadway, Room #138A
• Open session with potential transition to closed session per Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for compensation discussions
• Public may attend the open session portion as allowed by Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.86 and 111.70(4)(mb)

Exchange of Proposals: 7/27/23 @ 10:00 a.m - Teachers

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will meet with the Green Bay Education Association representing teachers to exchange initial bargaining proposals. The meeting begins in open session and may move to closed session to discuss compensation data under Wisconsin law.

• Exchange of initial bargaining proposals between the school district and the Green Bay Education Association
• Potential closed session to discuss employee compensation pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c)

Exchange of Proposals: 7/27/23 @ Immediately Following Teachers - Paraprofessionals

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will meet with the Green Bay Education Association (representing paraprofessionals) to exchange initial bargaining proposals. The meeting will begin in open session and then move to closed session to discuss compensation.

• Exchange of initial bargaining proposals between district and paraprofessionals union
• Closed session scheduled to discuss employee compensation data
• Meeting to be held at district office, 200 S. Broadway, Green Bay

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 7/24/23 @ 6:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education approved the 2023-24 student academic standards, authorized an independent hearing officer for expulsions, and approved two major software purchases: Canvas Learning Management System/Mastery Connect for $2,811,624.97 and Tyler Technologies HRIS/ERP system for $1,666,525 over three years. Trustees also discussed facilities master planning and referendum updates, and recognized a Wello grant check for Farm to School and Mindfulness programs.

• Approved $2,811,624.97 purchase of Canvas Learning Management System and Mastery Connect
• Approved $1,666,525 three-year contract for Tyler Technologies HRIS/ERP system
• Approved 2023-24 student academic standards in math, science, reading/writing, geography, history
• Approved resolution to appoint an Independent Hearing Officer for expulsions
• Discussed facilities master planning and referendum updates

The Board approved a three-year contract with Tyler Technologies for HR and resource management systems and awarded a bid to JW Industries LLC for stadium grandstands. Members also approved 2023-24 student academic standards and several staff position reclassifications.

• Approved $1,666,525 three-year contract with Tyler Technologies for HRIS and ERP systems (6-0)
• Approved appointment of an Independent Hearing Officer for expulsions (5-1)
• Approved 2023-24 student academic standards for math, science, reading/writing, geography, and history (6-0)
• Approved $1,248,278 bid to JW Industries LLC for Preble Stadium and Southwest Baseball & Softball grandstands (6-0)
• Approved changing Student Services Secretary to Special Education Budget Manager ($59,322-$68,979) (6-0)
• Approved changing Executive Director of Talent Acquisition to Executive Director of Human Resources (6-0)
• Approved changing Administrator on Special HR Assignment to Director of Employee Performance and Evaluation (6-0)
• Approved changing User Directory Coordinator to Technology Projects and Systems Specialist ($66,816-77,694) (6-0)

Special Board Meeting: 7/10/2023 @ 4:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay School Board will vote to modify the Table of Organization to create a new Associate Superintendent of Continuous School Improvement position with a salary range of $147,162–$171,118. The board also will approve employment, resignations, and transfers of staff for the 2023-24 school year. A closed session precedes the meeting to discuss collective bargaining strategy and personnel matters.

• Modify the Table of Organization to add Associate Superintendent of Continuous School Improvement, salary group 1a ($147,162–$171,118)
• Approve employment of administrative and certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24
• Approve resignations of certified staff
• Approve transfers of certified and administrative/manager/technical staff
• Closed session for collective bargaining negotiations and personnel hearings under Wisconsin statutes

The Board approved a modification to the Table of Organization to create a new administrative role. The Board also approved the employment, resignation, and transfer of staff as presented.

• Approved adding Associate Superintendent of Continuous School Improvement position ($147,162 - $171,118) (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 7/10/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss student academic standards and a resolution appointing an independent hearing officer for expulsions. The board will also set the 2023-24 meeting schedule. Public comment will be taken during open forum.

• Discussion of Student Academic Standards
• Resolution for Independent Hearing Officer for Expulsions (with attached memo and resolution)
• Adoption of 2023-24 Board Meeting Schedule
• Public Forum for community input

The Board of Education conducted a work session involving reviews of student academic standards and the Independent Hearing Officer Resolution for expulsions. No formal votes were taken on these items; the session consisted of reviews and discussions.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Special Board Meeting: 6/28/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board is holding a special closed-session meeting to consider personnel and disciplinary matters under Wisconsin state law. The only action item is a motion to adjourn into closed session for hearings related to specific personnel problems or charges.

• Motion to convene closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel and disciplinary hearings

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 6/26/2023 @ 5:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education is meeting for a regular meeting that includes a closed session to hold hearings under Wisconsin statute regarding specific persons, followed by an open session. The agenda is largely procedural, with recognitions, a student council report, and public forum. No major policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for hearings under Wis. Stat. 120.13(1)(c) and (e)3
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award to Dr. Jeff Rafn
• Friend of Education Award to Denise Gaumer Hutchison
• Shining Star Award to Dr. Judy Wiegand
• Intra-City Student Council report

The Board approved several facility upgrades, including new lighting for Southwest Baseball/Softball and land for the Preble High School Stadium. Members also approved the 2023-24 meal prices and updated policies regarding advisory committees and public records.

• Approved 2023-24 Meal Price Recommendations (7-0)
• Awarded $328,000 contract to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Southwest Baseball/Softball lighting (7-0)
• Approved $14,500 purchase of Atonement Church land for Preble Football field project (7-0)
• Approved amended Boundary RFP (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely the resolution regarding Tank Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved amended Policy 185 - Advisory Committees (7-0)
• Approved Policy 823 - Access to Public Records (7-0)
• Approved Policies 210, 211, 221, Rule 221, and Policy 222.1 (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 06/12/2023 @ 4:15 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The board met in closed session for personnel hearings, then in open session approved staff employment, resignations, and transfers. The board awarded a $4,245,852.50 contract to IEI General Contractors, Inc. for Southwest baseball/softball construction services. All action items passed unanimously.

• Awarded $4,245,852.50 bid to IEI General Contractors, Inc. for Southwest baseball/softball construction
• Approved employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24 school year
• Approved resignations of administrative and certified staff for 2022-23 fiscal year
• Approved transfers to administrative, manager, and technical professional staff for 2023-24 fiscal year
• Convened closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel matters

The Board approved a construction contract for baseball and softball facilities. The Board also approved the employment, resignation, and transfer of staff as presented.

• Awarded Southwest Baseball/Softball Construction Services bid to IEI General Contractors, Inc. for $4,245,852.50 (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff as presented (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff as presented (7-0)
• Approved transfer of staff as presented (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 6/12/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss the preliminary 2023-2024 budget, including a presentation. They will also review and consider approving meal price recommendations for the upcoming school year. Additionally, several policy revisions and facilities updates are on the agenda for discussion.

• Preliminary 23-24 Budget Presentation
• Review and approval of meal price recommendations for 2023-2024
• Facilities & Referendum Updates
• Policy 185 - Advisory Committees and Policy 823 - Access to Public Records revisions
• Discussion of 200 Series administration policies (e.g., administrator ethics, superintendent recruitment, compensation)

The Board of Education held a work session to review the 2023-24 preliminary budget and various operational updates. No formal actions were taken; all proposed meal price changes, facility RFPs, and policy revisions were tabled for formal action at the June 26, 2023, meeting.

• Preliminary 2023-24 Budget presented for discussion
• Meal Price Recommendations for 2023-2024 tabled for June 26
• Facilities & Referendum RFP tabled for June 26
• Policy 185 (Advisory Committees) tabled for June 26
• Policy 823 (Access to Public Records) tabled for June 26
• Policy 221 (Recruitment and Appointment of Superintendent) tabled for June 26
• Policy 222.1 (Administration Compensation) tabled for June 26
• Policy 260 (Temporary Administrative Arrangements) tabled for June 26

Special Board Meeting: 6/6/2023 @ 9:00 a.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will hold a special closed session meeting on June 6, 2023, to consider personnel matters, including hearings under Wisconsin Statutes. The only action item is a motion to adjourn into closed session. No public business will be conducted.

• Motion to convene in closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel hearings

Special Board Meeting: 6/5/2023 @ 4:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a special meeting with a closed session to consider a staff termination recommendation. In open session, the board approved multiple staff actions, awarded a $641,475 bid for a Southwest High School stadium entrance project, and adopted several Facility Master Planning Task Force recommendations including a referendum question and school repurposing with boundary changes. The board also approved a resolution for Wequiock Elementary and tabled a resolution for Tank Elementary to a later meeting.

• Closed session to consider termination of staff member(s)
• Awarded Northeast Asphalt, Inc. $641,475 for Southwest High School stadium entrance and asphalt project
• Approved resolution for Facility Master Planning Task Force recommendations including a referendum question
• Approved resolution for community impact of repurposing schools to 4K-8 facilities and proposed school boundary changes
• Approved resolution for Wequiock Elementary; tabled resolution for Tank Elementary to June 26 regular meeting

The Board approved a contract for asphalt work at Southwest High School and passed several resolutions regarding the Facility Master Planning Task Force. Decisions were made regarding a future referendum question and the repurposing of schools to 4K-8 facilities, while a resolution for Tank Elementary School was tabled.

• Approved $641,475 bid to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for Southwest High School stadium entrance and asphalt project (7-0)
• Approved resolution to create a referendum question based on Facility Master Planning Task Force Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved resolution regarding community impact of repurposing schools to 4K-8 facilities and proposed boundary changes (7-0)
• Approved resolution pertaining to Wequiock Elementary School (6-1)
• Tabled resolution pertaining to Tank Elementary School until June 26 Regular Board Meeting (6-1)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved retirement and transfer of staff (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 5/25/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

This special board meeting consists solely of a motion to convene in closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f) to consider personnel matters and hold hearings under Wisconsin Statute 120.13(1)(c) and (e). No public action or discussion is scheduled.

• Closed session to consider financial, medical, social or personal histories, disciplinary data, and personnel problems, including hearings under Wisconsin Statute 120.13(1)(c) and (e).

Public Engagement Session - Facilities Master Planning Task Force Recommendations: 5/24/2023 @ 4:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District will hold a public engagement session at Washington Middle School auditorium to hear community input on the Facilities Master Planning Task Force recommendations. The Board of Education will be present to listen only and will not make decisions at this meeting. Residents may sign up to speak in the foyer between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., with each speaker limited to three minutes. Requests for accommodations should be emailed to [email protected] at least 24 hours in advance.

• Open forum for public comments on Facilities Master Planning Task Force recommendations
• Board of Education will listen only, no decisions made
• Speakers limited to three minutes each
• Sign‑up in auditorium foyer between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• Accommodations requests via [email protected]

The Board of Education conducted a public engagement session regarding Facilities Master Planning Task Force Recommendations. The meeting consisted of an open forum where numerous residents spoke. No substantive decisions or votes on recommendations were recorded.

• Adjourned the Public Engagement Session (unanimous)

Intra-City Student Council Meeting w/ the Board of Education 5/24/2023 @ 7:30 A.M.

This is a joint meeting of the Intra-City Student Council and the Board of Education to hear school good news reports and discuss topics including school notifications, core course support, and senior farewell. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Good news reports from East, West, Southwest, Preble High Schools and John Dewey Academy of Learning
• Discussion of school notifications
• Discussion of core course support
• Recognition of senior farewell

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 5/22/2023 @ 5:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board of Education will convene in closed session at 5:30 p.m. to consider the administration's recommendation for termination of staff member(s). After reconvening in open session at 6:00 p.m., the board will handle procedural items including a student council report and public forum. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.

• Closed session to discuss administration's recommendation for termination of staff member(s) (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) and (f))
• Public forum for community input

The Board of Education approved the 2023-24 fee schedule and a series of policy updates regarding board operations, non-discrimination, and school dogs. The board also approved a consent agenda covering bills, financial reports, and personnel actions.

• Approved 2023-24 Fee Schedule (7-0)
• Approved Policy 112.1 - Strategic Planning (7-0)
• Approved Policy 113 - Non-Discrimination in District Programs, Activities and Operations (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 130 - School District and School Board Legal Status (7-0)
• Approved Policy 131 - School Board Elections (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 133 - School Board Vacancies and Rule 133 (7-0)
• Repealed Policy 162 - School Board Member Orientation (7-0)
• Approved Policy 383.2 - Curricular Dogs in the School Setting (6-1)

Special Board Meeting: 5/16/2023 @ 10:00 a.m. (Closed Session)

This special board meeting is a closed session with no open business. The sole action item is a vote to convene behind closed doors under Wisconsin law to discuss personnel matters, including financial, medical, and disciplinary data. No public discussion or decisions are scheduled.

• Motion to enter closed session for hearings under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(a)&(f) and 120.13(1)(c)&(e)

Special Board Meeting: 5/10/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will convene a closed session under Wisconsin statute to consider personnel issues, including potential hearings under state law. No public decisions or votes on policy matters are scheduled; the agenda is limited to procedural action to enter closed session.

• Motion to adjourn into closed session for personnel and disciplinary matters

Technology Committee Meeting: 5/10/2023 @ 4:00 p.m. - Virtual

The Technology Committee will discuss its purpose and review compliance with CIPA and eRate. Members will examine Board Policy 363.5 on internet filtering, how the filter works, and current filter categories. The meeting will conclude with a discussion and vote on the use of Chat GPT. The session is virtual and open to public livestream.

• Purpose of the Technology Committee
• CIPA and eRate compliance discussion
• Board Policy 363.5 Internet Filtering review
• How filtering works and review of current filter categories
• Chat GPT discussion and vote

Board of Education Work Session: 5/8/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a work session following a special meeting. Discussions include Facilities Master Planning Task Force recommendations, a proposed 2023-24 fee schedule, and numerous policy revisions in the 100 series. A public forum will also be held.

• Facilities Master Planning Task Force Recommendations
• 2023-24 Fee Schedule presented by CFO Angie Roble
• Discussion of Policy 112.1 - Strategic Planning (new)
• Discussion of Policy 113 - Non-Discrimination in District Programs
• Discussion of Policy 383.2 - Curricular Dogs in the School Setting

The Board held a work session to discuss facilities planning, the 2023-24 fee schedule, and various policy updates. No formal actions were taken on these items, as they are scheduled for future meetings.

• Tabled Facilities Master Planning Task Force Recommendations to June 5, 2023
• Tabled 2023-24 Fee Schedule to May 22, 2023
• Tabled Policy 100 Series and Policy 112.1 to May 22, 2023
• Tabled Policy 113, 130, 131, 133, Rule 133, 153, 154, 162, 163, 165.1, 171.1, Rule 181, Rule 187, Policy 188, and Policy 383.2 to May 22, 2023
• Approved motion to adjourn (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 05/8/2023 @ 4:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board held a special meeting with a closed session to reconsider staff non-renewals, followed by open session actions. The board approved numerous staff employment, resignation, retirement, transfer, and termination actions, and awarded asphalt contracts for Edison Middle School ($390,384.96), Preble High School ($540,843.83), Red Smith K-8 ($676,933.43), Porlier Parking Lot ($250,359.05), and Lombardi Track ($240,787.25). They also discussed but did not complete action on a purchase of artificial turf for Southwest Stadium.

• Awarded MCC $390,384.96 for asphalt at Edison Middle School
• Awarded NEA $540,843.83 for asphalt at Preble High School
• Awarded NEA $676,933.43 for asphalt at Red Smith K-8
• Awarded NEA $250,359.05 for Porlier Parking Lot asphalt
• Awarded NEA $240,787.25 for Lombardi Track asphalt

The Board approved several infrastructure bids, including a $4.2M stadium redevelopment project and multiple asphalt contracts. The Board also approved staff employment, resignations, retirements, transfers, and terminations.

• Approved $4,212,947 bid to IEI for Preble stadium redevelopment (7-0)
• Approved $690,217.50 bid to Midwest Sport & Turf Systems for Southwest Stadium artificial turf (7-0)
• Approved $676,933.43 bid to NEA for Red Smith K-8 asphalt (7-0)
• Approved $540,843.83 bid to NEA for Preble High School asphalt (7-0)
• Approved $390,384.96 bid to MCC for Edison Middle School asphalt (7-0)
• Approved $250,359.05 bid to NEA for Porlier Parking Lot asphalt (7-0)
• Approved $240,787.25 bid to NEA for Lombardi Track asphalt (7-0)
• Approved staff employment, resignations, retirements, transfers, and terminations (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 4/24/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board of Education will convene in closed session at 5 p.m. to discuss the administration's recommendation for termination of staff member(s) and an employee's request for coverage of a medical procedure deemed not medically necessary. The open session at 6 p.m. will include routine procedural items such as roll call, pledge, mission statement, and land acknowledgement.

• Closed session discussion of administration's recommendation for termination of staff member(s)
• Closed session consideration of employee's request for coverage of a medical procedure deemed not medically necessary by district's third-party administrator
• Public forum opportunity during open session
• Land acknowledgement statement recognizing Menominee, Ho-Chunk, and Oneida Nations

The Board of Education elected its leadership for the term and approved several employee handbook revisions. The board also authorized legal action against social media organizations via the Frantz Law Group, APLC.

• Elected Laura McCoy as President (7-0)
• Elected Andrew Becker as Vice President (5-2)
• Elected Nancy Welch as Treasurer (7-0)
• Elected Andrew Becker as Clerk (4-3)
• Elected Kinsey Lehr as Secretary (7-0)
• Approved authorization of litigation against social media organizations (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Head Start COVID-19 Mitigation Policy (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Green Bay Education Association regarding leaves of absence (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 04/10/2022 @ 4:00 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will hold a special meeting with a closed session at 4:00 p.m. to discuss personnel and legal matters, including deliberation of a new superintendent contract, a national lawsuit review, staff non-renewal, and a memorandum of understanding with the Green Bay Education Association. The board will reconvene in open session at 5:00 p.m. to consider the employment of staff on probationary contracts for the 2023-24 school year.

• Deliberation of new Superintendent contract
• Review of national lawsuit for social media
• Consideration of preliminary notice of non-renewal for staff
• Memorandum of understanding with Green Bay Education Association regarding leaves of absence
• Approval of employment of staff on probationary contracts for 2023-24 school year

The Board approved the appointment of Dr. Claude Tiller Jr. as the next Superintendent. Additionally, the Board awarded a roof replacement contract and approved a network purchase and various personnel changes.

• Offered contract to Dr. Claude Tiller Jr. for Superintendent (7-0)
• Awarded $709,820 roof replacement bid for Aldo, Eisenhower, and Sullivan to Northern Metal and Roofing Company (7-0)
• Approved Fabric Network Purchase (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff as presented (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff as presented (7-0)
• Approved retirement of staff as presented (7-0)
• Approved transfer of staff as presented (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 4/10/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

This work session includes discussions on repealing an administration benefits policy, reviewing the wellness policy, a budget update, and proposed revisions to employee handbook language on attendance and leaves. The board will also set future meeting schedules.

• Repeal of Policy 222.1 Rule (2) - Administration Benefits Guidelines
• Wellness Policy review (Policy 458-Rule)
• Budget update
• Revisions to Employee Handbook regarding Attendance and Leaves
• GBAPSD Board Meeting Schedule for 2022-23

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review proposed policy changes and budget updates. No formal actions were taken on the agenda items, as they were deferred to the Regular Board Meeting on April 24, 2023.

• Tabled repeal of Policy 222.1 Rule (2) Administration Benefits Guidelines until April 24
• Tabled Wellness Policy action until April 24
• Tabled revisions to Employee Handbook language regarding Attendance and Leaves until April 24

Intra-City Student Council Meeting w/ the Board of Education 4/5/2023 @ 7:30 A.M.

The Intra-City Student Council and Board of Education are meeting to discuss Facilities Task Force work, bathroom rules at high schools, and updates on prior school safety discussions. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of welcome remarks, good news reports, and discussion items.

• Discussion of Facilities Task Force work
• Discussion of bathroom rules at high schools
• Updates on prior discussions regarding school safety
• School Good News Reports from East, West, Southwest, Preble high schools and John Dewey Academy of Learning

Special Board Meeting: 3/28/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

This special board meeting consists solely of a motion to adjourn into closed session. The closed session is authorized under Wisconsin statutes to discuss financial, medical, social, or personal histories, disciplinary data, personnel problems, or charges against specific persons. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to convene closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for hearings per Wis. Stat. 120.13(1)(c) and (e)

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 3/27/2022 @ 5:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board will convene in closed session at 5:30 p.m. to deliberate on a new Superintendent contract. They will reconvene in open session at 6:00 p.m. to handle the remainder of the agenda, including a consent agenda, public forum, and a student council report.

• Closed session to deliberate on new Superintendent contract
• Consent Agenda approval (routine items bundled for single vote)
• Public Forum: up to 5 minutes per speaker, written comments also accepted
• Intra-City Student Council report

The Board of Education approved a significant purchase for learning management systems and updated several middle school course offerings. They also accepted a confidential settlement with JUUL and approved various district policies and personnel contracts.

• Approved purchase of Canvas and Mastery Connect for $2,811,624.97 (7-0)
• Approved confidential settlement agreement with JUUL (7-0)
• Eliminated middle school Spanish 1a, 1b, French 1a, and 1b courses (7-0)
• Approved new 'Exploring World Cultures' course for 7th grade (7-0)
• Approved Spanish 1 for 8th grade with high school credit option (7-0)
• Approved 2023-24 teacher contracts under Wis. Stat. Section 118.22 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved revisions to Policy 511 (Equal Opportunity Employment) and Policy 535.12 (Nursing Mothers) (7-0)
• Approved adoption of Policy 742 regarding use of district equipment (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 03/13/2022 @ 4:30 p.m. (closed session) @ 5:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board is holding a special meeting with a closed session to review a proposed settlement offer for government entity claims against Juul, followed by an open session to act on staff changes, Head Start renovation funding, and a new superintendent contract. All actions received unanimous approval.

• Closed session to review proposed settlement offer for Juul litigation
• Approval of staff employment, resignation, and transfer actions
• Head Start budget carryover request and $480,688 low cost extension plus $249,000 one-time grant for major renovation of Head Start Learning Center
• Modification of table of organization to change School and Community Relations Specialist to Communication Specialist (salary group 15, $59,322-$68,979)
• Authorization to issue new superintendent contract to Dr. Claude Tiller, Jr.

The Board approved the appointment of a new Superintendent and authorized several funding requests and grants for the Head Start Learning Center. Personnel actions regarding staff employment, resignations, and transfers were also approved.

• Approved contract offer to Dr. Claude Tiller, Jr. for Superintendent (7-0)
• Approved $480,688 in CRSSA and ARP funds for Head Start Learning Center renovation (7-0)
• Approved $249,000 One Time Grant for Head Start Learning Center renovation (7-0)
• Approved Head Start Grant Award carryover request (7-0)
• Approved modification of School and Community Relations Specialist to Communication Specialist (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff (6-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved transfer of staff (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 3/13/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education held a work session to review the 2021-22 financial audit, teacher contract renewals under Wis. Stat. Section 118.22, and updates to district policies. Administration and the Green Bay Police Department presented on financial performance, educator recruitment and retention, enrollment demographics, and recent drug trends. The board discussed recommendations for purchasing Canvas/Mastery Connect software, an E-Rate Access Points contract, and a new world language program.

• Presentation of the 2021-22 financial audit and OPEB Fund 73 report
• Review of teacher contract renewals under Wis. Stat. Section 118.22
• Discussion of Canvas/Mastery Connect purchasing recommendation
• Review of Policy 511 (Equal Opportunity Employment) and Policy 535.12 (Break Time for Nursing Mothers)
• Presentation on recent drug trends by the Green Bay Police Department

The Board of Education held a work session to review several reports and recommendations. No substantive votes were taken; items regarding software purchasing, world languages, contracts, and policies were tabled for formal action at the March 27, 2023, meeting.

Special Board Meeting: 3/12/2023 @ 7:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board is holding a special closed session meeting on March 12, 2023, to deliberate on superintendent candidates. The closed session is authorized under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for considering employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees. No public action or vote is scheduled beyond adjourning into closed session.

• Closed session deliberation on superintendent candidates
• Meeting location: District Office Building, Room #331, 200 S. Broadway, Green Bay

Special Board Meeting: 3/9/2023 @ 7:30 a.m. VIRTUAL (Closed Session) CANCELED

This special board meeting, scheduled for March 9, 2023, as a virtual closed session to deliberate on superintendent candidates, was canceled. The agenda only lists a closed session under Wisconsin statute for employee performance evaluation. No decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting canceled; no items considered

Special Board Meeting: 3/8/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will hold a closed session on March 8, 2023, to deliberate on superintendent candidates. The meeting is closed under Wisconsin Statute for employment discussions. No public action is expected.

• Closed session to discuss superintendent candidate board deliberation
• Motion to convene closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c)

Special Board Meeting: 3/8/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will convene a closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss personnel issues, including hearings related to student or staff disciplinary data. No public action is scheduled beyond the vote to enter closed session.

• Adjournment into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel hearings

Special Board Meeting: 3/7/2023 @ 6:30 p.m. (Closed Session)

This special board meeting is entirely a closed session, with no public business. The board will convene behind closed doors under state law to interview and review candidates for the superintendent position. The only action on the agenda is a motion to adjourn into closed session.

• Motion to convene closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for superintendent candidate interviews and review

Special Board Meeting: 3/6/2023 @ 6:30 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board is convening a special meeting in closed session to interview and review candidates for the superintendent position. The only action item is a motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for employment-related discussions. No public decisions or votes are scheduled during the open portion.

• Motion to convene in closed session for superintendent candidate interviews and review

Special Board Meeting: 3/3/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. VIRTUAL (Closed Session) CANCELLED

The March 3, 2023 special board meeting for Green Bay Area Public School District was cancelled. The meeting had been scheduled for a closed session to interview superintendent candidates.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken
• Originally planned closed session for superintendent candidate interviews

Special Board Meeting: 3/2/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The board will convene in closed session to interview candidates for the superintendent position, as permitted under Wisconsin statute. No open session business or public comment is scheduled.

• Closed session for superintendent candidate interviews (no public discussion or decisions)

Special Board Meeting: 3/1/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District board scheduled a special closed session on March 1, 2023, at 200 S. Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54303. The meeting will follow Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1) (c) to review employment and compensation data for superintendent candidates. The agenda contains only procedural motions to convene the closed session and adjourn.

• Closed session for superintendent candidate interviews and review
• Review of employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluation data
• Meeting location: District Office Building, Room #331, 200 S. Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54303
• Motion to convene closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1) (c)

Special Board Meeting: 2/28/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will adjourn into a closed session. The closed session is called under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, and performance‑evaluation data for superintendent candidates. The meeting will be held at the district office, 200 S. Broadway, Room #331, Green Bay, WI.

• Closed session to review superintendent candidate interviews and related employment data per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 2/27/2023 @ 5:00 p.m. (closed session) @ 6:00 p.m. (open session)

The Board of Education will convene in closed session at 5:00 p.m. to discuss personnel issues and legal claims under Wisconsin statutes, then reconvene in open session at 6:00 p.m. for public forum, recognition, and student council report. No substantive decisions or spending items are listed on the open portion of the agenda.

• Closed session to consider personnel matters (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a),(f)) and legal strategy on notice of claims (19.85(1)(g))
• Recognition of KHROME for providing Martin Luther King Jr. posters to elementary classrooms
• Intra-City Student Council report from district high schools

The Board approved a prime vendor contract for food services and updated health, dental, and vision insurance rates for employees and retirees. It also approved new instructional resources for high school world languages and elementary keyboarding. Additionally, the Board accepted school security drill evaluations and approved changes to the 2022-23 budget.

• Awarded Performance Foodservice as Prime Vendor for estimated $2,900,000 (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 health, dental, and vision insurance rates for active employees and retirees
• Eliminated the $500 deductible health plan (7-0)
• Approved medical plan co-pay modifications (6-1)
• Approved High School World Language and Elementary Keyboarding resource adoptions (7-0)
• Accepted written school security drill evaluations from all District schools (7-0)
• Approved changes to the adopted 2022-23 budget (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Secondary Desktop Computers (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 2/20/2023 @ 4:30 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board will hold a closed session to discuss the superintendent search, citing Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for considering employment-related data. The only action item is a motion to convene in closed session.

• Motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for superintendent search

Special Board Meeting: 2/13/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The board voted to approve design contracts for West High School ($540,385 to ATS&R) and East High School ($536,050 to Sommerville Architects & Engineers), along with routine staff changes and a purchase of Centegix & Singlewire security/communication systems.

• Employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years
• Resignation of certified staff for 2022-23 fiscal year
• Retirement of certified staff including emeritus program acceptance
• West High School architecture/engineering services contract to ATS&R for $540,385
• East High School architecture/engineering services contract to Sommerville Architects & Engineers for $536,050

The Board approved engineering and design bids for West and East High Schools. It also authorized the purchase of Centegix & Singlewire and approved staff employment, resignations, and retirements.

• Approved ATS&R bid for West High School engineering and design services for estimated $540,385 (7-0)
• Approved Sommerville Architects & Engineers bid for East High School engineering and design services for estimated $536,050 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Centegix & Singlewire (6-1)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved retirement of staff (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 2/13/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss several operational and educational items. Topics include a prime food service vendor recommendation, benefit plan premium rates for 2023-2024, and proposed adoptions of high school math and world language resources as well as elementary keyboarding curriculum. The board will also review a semi-annual financial report and ESSER spending update. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Food service vendor recommendation (prime vendor contract)
• Benefit recommendations with 2023-2024 premium rate sheets
• High school math resource adoption discussion
• Secondary desktop computer request for proposal (RFP) memo
• Semi-annual financial report and ESSER spending update

The Board of Education held a work session to discuss several proposals and reports. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting, as all items were deferred for formal action at the February 27, 2023, Regular Board Meeting.

• Tabled Course Essential Documents to Feb 27
• Tabled High School Math Resource Adoption to Feb 27
• Tabled High School World Language Resource Adoption to Feb 27
• Tabled Elementary Keyboarding Resource Adoption to Feb 27
• Tabled School Security Drills review to Feb 27
• Tabled Secondary Desktop RFP to Feb 27
• Tabled Food Service Vendor Recommendation to Feb 27
• Tabled Semi-Annual Financial Report & ESSER Spending Update to Feb 27

Special Board Meeting: 2/7/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board is holding a special closed session meeting on February 7, 2023, to consider personnel matters, including hearings under Wisconsin Statute 120.13(1)(c) and (e). No public business will be conducted; the only action is a motion to adjourn into closed session.

• Motion to adjourn into closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel hearings

Intra-City Student Council Meeting w/ the Board of Education 2/1/2023 @ 7:30 A.M.

The Intra-City Student Council meets with the Board of Education to discuss improving school attendance, student well-being concerns, and updates on prior discussions about feminine hygiene products and QR codes for school lunches. Representatives from area high schools will also share good news reports. The meeting is a discussion session with no scheduled votes.

• Discussion on improving school attendance
• Discussion on student well-being concerns
• Update on prior discussions regarding feminine hygiene products and QR codes for school lunches
• Good news reports from East, West, Southwest, Preble High Schools and John Dewey Academy of Learning

Special Board Meeting: 1/25/2023 @ 1:00 p.m. (Closed Session)

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss personnel matters, including hearings under Wisconsin law. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Motion to convene in closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for personnel and disciplinary hearings

Regular Board of Education Meeting: 1/23/2022 @ 6:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will meet on January 23, 2023. The agenda includes opening activities, a public forum, and a consent agenda for approval of routine items: bills, financial report, gifts, and minutes. No substantive policy changes or specific dollar amounts are listed.

• Consent agenda approval including bills, financial report, gifts, and minutes
• Public forum for community input (5-minute speaking limit)
• Intra-City Student Council report

The Board of Education approved a contract for tennis court reconstruction and authorized school year contracts. A purchase for Centegix & Singlewire was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved $818,415 bid to Northeast Asphalt, Inc for Southwest High School tennis court reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved Open Enrollment Space Designation (6-1)
• Approved issuance of contracts for 2023-24 school year under Wis. Stat. Section 118.24 (7-0)
• Postponed purchase of Centegix & Singlewire until February 13 Special Board Meeting (5-2)
• Approved purchase of Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including bills, financial report, gifts, minutes, and personnel action (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 1/16/2023 @ 4:30 p.m.

The board will hear a leadership profile presentation from BWP & Associates for the superintendent search. It will also take action on staff employment, resignations, and a $316,116.90 contract for Jackson Elementary playground equipment. The meeting will then go into closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• BWP & Associates presentation on superintendent search leadership profile
• Approval of probationary contracts for certified staff for 2022-23 school year
• Approval of staff resignations for 2022-23 fiscal year
• Purchase of playground equipment, assembly, and installation from Lee Recreation, LLC for Jackson Elementary ($316,116.90)
• Closed session under Wisconsin statutes for personnel hearings and legal strategy

The Board approved the purchase and installation of playground equipment for Jackson Elementary School. The Board also approved staff employment and resignations and reviewed a superintendent leadership profile.

• Approved $316,116.90 for playground equipment, assembly, installation, and delivery from Lee Recreation, LLC at Jackson Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn into closed session (7-0)

Board of Education Work Session: 1/9/2023 @ Immediately Following Special Board Meeting

The board will hear a high-level overview of the district's Curriculum Cycle and a presentation from ATS&R on the Facility Master Plan. They will also discuss contracts under Wis. Stat. 118.24, the purchase of Centegix and Singlewire alert systems, and the purchase of Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) units. The meeting concludes with setting the board meeting schedule.

• Presentation of Facility Master Plan findings by ATS&R
• Discussion of contracts under Wis. Stat. Section 118.24
• Purchase of Centegix & Singlewire emergency alert systems
• Purchase of Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) units
• Overview of the district's Curriculum Cycle

The Board held a work session to discuss the curriculum cycle, a facility master plan presentation by ATS&R, and proposed technology purchases. No formal actions were taken on these items; three items were deferred for formal action at the January 23, 2023, meeting.

• Tabled formal action on contracts under Wis. Stat. Section 118.24 to Jan 23
• Tabled formal action on purchase of Centegix & Singlewire to Jan 23
• Tabled formal action on purchase of Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) to Jan 23

Special Board Meeting: 1/9/2023 @ 5:00 p.m.

The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education voted to award contracts for two roof replacement projects and engineering services for athletic fields. The board also approved staff employment and resignations.

• Roof replacement at Southwest High School awarded to Northern Metal and Roofing Company for $915,150
• Roof replacement at Franklin Middle School awarded to H.I.S. Corporation for $1,007,799
• Engineering and design services for athletic fields and stadiums awarded to Rettler Corporation for $593,451
• Approval of employment of certified staff on probationary contracts for 2022-23 school year
• Approval of resignations of certified staff

The Board of Education approved three facility contracts for roof replacements and engineering services. The Board also approved the employment and resignation of staff members.

• Approved $915,150 roof replacement bid for Southwest High School to Northern Metal and Roofing Company (7-0)
• Approved $1,007,799 roof replacement bid for Franklin Middle School to H.I.S. Corporation (7-0)
• Approved $593,451 engineering and design services bid for athletic fields and stadiums to Rettler Corporation (7-0)
• Approved employment of staff (7-0)
• Approved resignation of staff (7-0)

Special Board Meeting: 1/5/2023 @ 11:30 a.m. (Closed Session)

This special board meeting is purely procedural: the board will vote to adjourn into a closed session under Wisconsin statutes. No public business or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Motion to convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) and (f) for hearings on personnel or disciplinary matters