Madison Metropolitan School District public meetings in 2024

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board will decide on renewing Badger Rock Middle School's charter for three years through June 2028, with an automatic two-year extension if enrollment and academic goals are met. The consent agenda includes approval of $43.2 million in interim bills and $1.7 million in referendum construction invoices. The meeting also includes reports on culture and climate progress and public input, with 44 written statements submitted in support of the charter renewal.

• Action item to renew Badger Rock Middle School charter for three years (July 2025–June 2028) plus possible automatic two-year extension
• Consent agenda includes payment of interim bills totaling $43,188,221.66
• Consent agenda includes payment of referendum construction invoices totaling $1,719,303.54
• Approval of $88,935.48 for UW-Madison Spring 2025 tuition for ALSE program participants
• Approval of $28,809 for Madison College Spring 2025 tuition and advising for Grow Your Own program participants

The Board of Education approved a five-year charter renewal for Badger Rock Middle School. The final decision removed previous proposals for academic performance and enrollment stipulations.

• Approved renewal of Badger Rock Middle School charter for five years (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2030)
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review public comments, research, and name proposals for Southside Elementary School. The group will deliberate using a ranked-choice voting tool and outline next steps, including a public hearing and a final Board of Education vote in February. No final name will be selected at this meeting.

• Review of public comments, including letters supporting a name after Abrahamson
• Discussion of research files and demographic data for proposed names
• Use of a ranked-choice voting tool to evaluate name proposals
• Schedule of future steps: public hearing on Jan 7, 2025, and Board vote on Feb 24, 2025

Regular Board of Education Meeting -- POSTPONED

This regular Board of Education meeting was postponed. The agenda included action items such as a proposed renewal of Badger Rock Middle School charter for three years, and consent agenda items including $43,188,221.66 in interim bills and $1,719,303.54 in referendum construction invoices.

• Proposed renewal of Badger Rock Middle School charter from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028 with an automatic two-year extension contingent on enrollment and academic performance goals
• Consent agenda: payment of interim bills totaling $43,188,221.66 for the period Nov 12–Dec 2, 2024
• Consent agenda: payment of referendum construction invoices totaling $1,719,303.54 from Fund 42 bond proceeds
• Consent agenda: expenditure up to $88,935.48 for UW-Madison Spring 2025 tuition for ALSE program participants
• Consent agenda: expenditure up to $74,040.00 for Madison College Spring 2025 tuition and advising for GYO to Associate program participants

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee is meeting to discuss how to vet topics for consideration. The discussion focuses on the committee's ability to influence items, who is currently working on issues, and the importance of elevating specific topics.

• Discussion on criteria for vetting topics
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review public comments and research on proposed names for Southside Elementary School, then deliberate and possibly take action on name proposals. Attachments include letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Governor Tony Evers supporting a naming after Abrahamson.

• Review of public comments submitted, including letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming after Abrahamson
• Update on research for each proposed name
• Deliberations on name proposals with a voting tool and rubric
• Approval of minutes from October 29, November 12, November 19, and December 3, 2024

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee approved six specific name proposals to move forward in the naming process. These selections will undergo further research and a ranking vote before being shared with the public.

• Approved proposal 7 for Nine Springs Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved proposal 65 for Badger Rock Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved proposal 78 for Lori Mann Carey Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved proposal 77 for Shirley Abrahamson Elementary School (unanimous)
• Approved proposal 144 for Ada Elizabeth Deer (unanimous)
• Approved proposal 142 for Southside Community School (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 29, Nov 12, Nov 19, and Dec 3 (unanimous)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will hold a special closed session to consider a demand for collective bargaining from Madison Teachers Inc. for all bargaining units. The board will also approve minutes from previous closed sessions in December 2023 and January 2024. All discussion and action are conducted in private under Wisconsin statutes.

• Consideration of demand for collective bargaining for all bargaining units represented by Madison Teachers Inc.
• Approval of closed session minutes from Dec. 18, 19, 20, 2023, and Jan. 4, 2024
• Meeting held at Doyle Administration Building, 545 West Dayton Street, Room 103

Instruction Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Instruction Work Group will hold a discussion and presentation on a progress update regarding culture and climate. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public input procedures. No written statements were submitted for this meeting.

• Discussion/presentation on progress update for culture and climate
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 Instruction Work Group meeting
• Public input guidelines and registration procedures, with no written statements submitted

The Instruction Work Group approved the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a progress update and discussion regarding school culture and climate featuring presentations from Lake View Elementary, Sherman Middle School, and Memorial High School.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review public comments, research on proposed names, and deliberate on a name for Southside Elementary School. The agenda includes letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming after former Justice Shirley Abrahamson. The committee may take action on a name recommendation.

• Review of public comments including letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming after Shirley Abrahamson
• Update on research for each proposed name
• Deliberations on name proposals using a rubric and ranked-choice voting tool
• Proposed schedule for future meetings on December 10 and 17, 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2024, and review of notes from November 12 and 19, 2024

The committee did not reach a quorum, meaning no formal actions or votes could be taken. Approval of previous minutes and deliberations on school name proposals were deferred to future meetings. Members confirmed attendance for meetings on December 10 and December 17, 2024.

• Deferred approval of October 29, 2024 minutes (no quorum)
• Deferred review of November 12, 2024 notes (no quorum)
• Deferred review of November 19, 2024 notes (no quorum)
• Deferred deliberations on name proposals (no quorum)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Madison Board of Education meets to consider consent agenda items including $44,290,359.99 in interim bills and $3,823,548.85 in referendum invoices. Action items include engaging in a health insurance request for proposal process for 2026-2027. Reports will cover literacy and math implementation, Badger Rock Charter renewal, class sizes, and budget development. Public input included 11 written statements supporting universal free meals.

• Authorize payment of $44,290,359.99 in interim bills (Oct 15–Nov 11, 2024)
• Authorize payment of $3,823,548.85 in referendum invoices
• Motion to engage in RFP for employee health benefits for 2026-2027
• Report on Badger Rock Charter renewal
• Amendment to Purple Communications contract for hearing-impaired interpreter services ($77,000)

The Board of Education authorized a request for proposals for 2026-2027 employee health benefits. The board also approved several transportation contracts for special education and unhoused students and a daycare expenditure for parenting students.

• Approved RFP process for 2026-2027 employee health benefits (7-0)
• Approved $89,056 expenditure for Wee Start Daycare (6-0)
• Approved $360,000 amendment to EverDriven Technologies contract for special education transport (7-0)
• Approved $210,000 purchase of services from HopSkipDrive, Inc. for special education and unhoused students (7-0)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including solar installations and school forest cabin reconstruction (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

This meeting of the Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee focuses on reviewing public comments, updating research on proposed names, and deliberating on a name for Southside Elementary School. The committee may take action on a recommendation. Public comments include letters supporting naming the school after Abrahamson from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers.

• Review of public comments, including letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming after Abrahamson
• Update on research for each proposed name for the school
• Deliberations around name proposals, with a voting tool provided
• Proposed schedule of future meetings through December 17, 2024

The committee failed to achieve a quorum for the duration of the meeting, resulting in no formal actions or votes. Members discussed media reports, public comments, and the timeline for submitting proposal evaluations.

• No formal action taken due to lack of quorum
• Approval of October 29, 2024 minutes deferred

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review public comments, receive research updates on proposed names, and deliberate on name proposals for Southside Elementary School. They may take action on a recommendation.

• Review of public comments including letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers
• Update on research for each proposed name
• Deliberations with a voting tool and scoring tabulation
• Documents: Southside Naming Rubric, Proposals PDF, Demographic Data, Table of proposals

The committee did not achieve a quorum, and no formal actions or votes were taken. Members discussed the process for scoring and ranking name proposals and the requirement to provide four final proposals to the Board of Education. The committee agreed to a weekly meeting cadence starting in December.

• Approval of October 29, 2024 minutes deferred (no quorum)
• No formal action taken on naming proposals (no quorum)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will hold a special closed session meeting on November 11, 2024, to discuss property negotiations and litigation strategy. The board will also vote to approve closed session minutes from July 2023, November 2023, and December 2023. All substantive discussions are closed to the public.

• Motion to go into closed session under Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(e) (property negotiations) and 19.85(1)(g) (legal advice on litigation)
• Approval of closed session minutes from July 18, 2023
• Approval of closed session minutes from November 10, 2023
• Approval of closed session minutes from December 5, 2023
• Closed-session deliberations on negotiations for purchase/sale of public property (item 3.1)

Operations Work Group

The Operations Work Group of the Madison Metropolitan School District will discuss health insurance updates, guiding principles for the 2025-2026 budget, and a referenda and facilities update. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting. These are discussion items, with no votes scheduled on substantive policy changes.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2024 Operations Work Group meeting
• Health Insurance Updates (discussion/presentation by M3 and Human Resources)
• 2025-2026 Budget Development - Guiding Principles and Equity (discussion/presentation)
• Referenda and Facilities Update (discussion/presentation)

The board approved the minutes from the October 14, 2024, meeting. Members and staff discussed health insurance costs, carrier pricing, and the impact of high-cost claimants on the budget.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2024 (6-0)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee -- CANCELLED

This meeting of the Madison City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Instruction Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Instruction Work Group will receive a progress update on K-8 (Bi)Literacy and Math Implementation, discuss the Badger Rock Charter Renewal, and review the Class Size Report. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public input guidelines, though no written statements were submitted for this session.

• Progress update on K-8 (Bi)Literacy and Math Implementation
• Discussion of Badger Rock Charter Renewal
• Class Size Report presentation
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024

The Instruction Work Group approved the minutes from its October 7, 2024, meeting. The session primarily consisted of a progress update and discussion regarding K-8 literacy and math implementation, featuring presentations from staff at Leopold Elementary and Whitehorse Middle School.

• Approved Instruction Work Group Minutes dated October 7, 2024 (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing public comments and research regarding proposed names for Southside Elementary School. The body will deliberate on name proposals and establish a future meeting schedule.

• Review of public comments, including letters of support for naming the school after Abrahamson from Tony Evers and Ann Walsh Bradley
• Update on research for each proposed name
• Deliberations on name proposals using a naming rubric
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee removed several name proposals for Southside Elementary School because the nominees were not deceased or did not meet Board of Education policy. The committee retained a few proposals for further consideration and review using a rubric.

• Approved minutes dated June 17, 2024 (6-0)
• Removed proposals for Barack Obama, Geraldine Bernard, Tony Evers, Saundra Brown, Andreal Davis, Ruby Bridges, Gloria Ladson-Billings, Kolby Lee, and Pleasant Rowland because nominees are not deceased (6-0)
• Removed proposal for Christine Hodge pending research on deceased status (6-0)
• Removed proposals 4, 171, and 174 for 'Schooly McSchoolFace' for not meeting policy criteria (6-0)
• Removed proposals 18 and 71 because no name was provided (6-0)
• Removed proposal 25 ('Big Chungus') due to lack of significance (6-0)
• Removed proposal 5 for Gene Parks due to lack of substance (6-0)
• Retained proposal 68 for Gene Parks for further consideration (6-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will hold a public hearing on the 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, then consider a motion to adopt the final budget. Reports will cover college and career opportunities, co-curriculars, HR updates, and referendum planning. The consent agenda includes payment of interim bills totaling $39,784,044.33.

• Public hearing on 2024/2025 MMSD budget and tax levy
• Action to adopt 2024-2025 budget and tax levy (two options: passage or non-passage of referendum)
• Interim bills payment of $39,784,044.33 for period Sept 14 – Oct 14, 2024
• Update on college and career opportunities (advanced coursework, early college, work-based learning)
• Referenda and facilities planning update

The Board of Education adopted the 2024-2025 budget based on the scenario that the operational referendum does not pass. This budget relies on $45.7 million in one-time funds to balance expenditures. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 30, 2024 meeting.

• Approved 2024-2025 budget for non-passage of operational referendum (Total Revenue: $552,732,282; Total Expenditures: $601,818,272)
• Approved minutes from September 30, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Operations Work Group

The Operations Work Group will discuss the 2024-2025 budget under two scenarios: passage or non-passage of the upcoming referendum. They will also receive updates on human resources at the start of the year, the third Friday September student count for revenue limit membership, and plans for referenda and facilities. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items ahead of the October 28 board meeting.

• Human Resources update – beginning of the year (discussion)
• Revenue Limit Membership – 3rd Friday of September student count (discussion)
• 2024-2025 two budgets contingent on referendum outcome: Option 1 (passage) and Option 2 (non-passage), proposed action for Oct. 28 board meeting
• Referenda and facilities planning update (discussion)
• No written statements submitted for this meeting

The board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2024, meeting. Members also reviewed human resources data showing a decrease in district-wide vacancies from 64 last year to 22 this year.

• Approved minutes from September 16, 2024 (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Officially Naming Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review public comments and research on proposed names for Southside Elementary School. The committee will then deliberate on name proposals and discuss a schedule for future meetings. Letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming the school after Abrahamson are among the public comments submitted.

• Review of public comments includes letters from Ann Walsh Bradley and Tony Evers supporting naming after Abrahamson
• Update on research for each proposed name for Southside Elementary School
• Deliberations around name proposals using a rubric and list of 175 proposals
• Consideration of future meeting schedule (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays; weekly or biweekly; 6-8 p.m.)
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting

The committee did not achieve a quorum, so no formal actions or votes were taken. Members discussed the research process for proposed school names and reviewed board policy criteria. The group agreed to meet on a biweekly cadence.

• Approval of June 17, 2024 minutes deferred due to lack of quorum
• Agreed to biweekly meeting schedule starting October 29, 2024

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The committee will discuss possible City or County budget recommendations. Members will also discuss methods for vetting topics, including the committee's ability to influence issues and the importance of specific items.

• Discussion on possible City or County Budget Recommendations
• Discussion on how to vet topics and examine variables

Instruction Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Instruction Work Group will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes from September 9, 2024, and receive updates and presentations on secondary progress, including advanced coursework/early college opportunities and work-based learning. The group will also review data on co-curriculars. No written public statements were submitted for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 Instruction Work Group meeting
• Presentation on Advanced Coursework/Early College investments and impacts
• Presentation on Work Based Learning initiatives
• Update and data review on co-curricular programs
• No written public statements submitted for the meeting

The group unanimously approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and discussions regarding advanced coursework, early college investments, and work-based learning opportunities for students.

• Approved minutes dated September 9, 2024 (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board will vote on a resolution to borrow up to $50,000,000 via a tax revenue anticipation note, and on a $1,900,000 budget amendment to address salary compression for student services staff. They will also consider a request for a detailed proposal from the Pathway Career and College Academy charter school. Reports on collective bargaining base wage increases and student results from the 2023–2024 school year are also on the agenda.

• Resolution authorizing temporary borrowing up to $50,000,000, awarded to TD Securities at net interest cost $1,288,777.78
• Salary compression budget amendment up to $1,900,000 for student services teachers and nurses
• Initial charter application from Pathway Career and College Academy – board to request more detailed proposal by December 1, 2024
• Collective bargaining base wage increases for teacher, educational support, and substitute teacher units (Madison Teachers, Inc.)
• Presentation of student results from the 2023–2024 school year

The Board of Education requested a more detailed proposal from the Pathway Career and College Academy by December 1, 2024, following an initial application review. The board also approved the meeting minutes from August 26, 2024.

• Requested detailed proposal from Pathway Career and College Academy by Dec 1, 2024
• Approved August 26, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Education Retreat

The Madison Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss a Request for Proposals for strategic planning, review district improvement plan performance objectives, and set goals for the superintendent. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from four prior retreats and data dashboard training.

• Approval of minutes from Board Retreats on Jan 26, Mar 8, May 10, and Jun 28, 2024
• Discussion of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for strategic planning
• Discussion of District Improvement Plan performance objectives, reporting, and monitoring
• Discussion of metrics connected to improvement performance objectives
• Discussion of goals for the superintendent

The Board of Education approved the minutes from four separate retreat meetings held in 2024. The remainder of the meeting consisted of a discussion regarding board governance, strategic planning, and feedback for Superintendent Dr. Gothard.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2024 retreat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2024 retreat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2024 retreat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2024 retreat (6-0)

Operations Work Group

The Operations Work Group will discuss collective bargaining agreements on base wages for teachers, educational support employees, and substitute teachers. They will also review the 2024-2025 budgets, revenue limit membership, salary compression amendments, food and nutrition fund amendments, cash flow borrowing, and facilities planning. Two written public statements were submitted regarding salary compression for student services staff and the Natural Circles of Support program.

• Collective bargaining base wage discussion for Madison Teachers Inc. Teacher Unit
• Collective bargaining base wage discussion for Educational Support Employees Association
• Collective bargaining base wage discussion for Substitute Teachers Unit
• Salary compression budget amendment for Student Services staff
• Cash flow borrowing for 2024-2025

The Board of Education unanimously ratified collective bargaining agreements for base wage increases for teachers, educational support employees, and substitute teachers. The agreements provide a 2.06% increase for the 2024-2025 school year, with an additional 2.06% increase contingent on the passage of a November referendum.

• Approved base wage increase for Educational Support Employees Association (7-0)
• Approved base wage increase for Teacher Unit (7-0)
• Approved base wage increase for Substitute Teachers Unit (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2024 (7-0)

Instruction Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Instruction Work Group will discuss student results from the 2023-2024 school year and conduct an initial review of a charter school application. The group will also consider approving minutes from August 5, 2024. No written public comments were submitted for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2024
• Discussion of student results from the 2023-2024 school year
• Initial review of charter school application (PCCA-MMSD Initial Application)
• No written public statements were submitted

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

The Madison School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 2024 referendum, review the budget, and plan community engagement sessions. They will also vote to approve minutes from three past meetings in 2023. No binding decisions are expected.

• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2023 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2023 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2023 special meeting
• Discussion of Referendum 2024 and related budget
• Overview of roles at upcoming community engagement sessions

The Board held a workshop to discuss the upcoming 2024 referendum, focusing on budget gaps and facility needs. Staff presented the goals for community engagement sessions and outlined a proposed $100 million operations request to sustain staffing and 4K programs.

• Approved minutes from July 18, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 30, 2023 (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving interim bills for $34.8 million and referendum construction invoices for $13.5 million. The meeting also features reports on the Instruction and Operations Work Groups and public comment procedures.

• Approval of interim bills ($34,827,954.73)
• Approval of referendum construction bills ($13,508,448.84)
• Renewal of Follett Destiny resource manager system ($46,036.17)
• Reports on Instruction Work Group updates
• Reports on Operations Work Group updates

The Board of Education approved a resolution to re-establish the district's self-insured worker's compensation program. Members also passed a consent agenda covering various contracts, tuition payments, and facility change orders. No action items proceeded from the Instruction or Operations work groups.

• Approved resolution to re-establish self-insured worker's compensation program (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including interim and referendum construction bills (7-0)
• Approved renewal of Follett Destiny Resource Manager licensing and hosting (7-0)
• Approved purchase of ParentSquare communication software (7-0)
• Approved tuition for Grow Your Own, ALSE, and DLPP programs (7-0)
• Approved Ricoh copier lease extension (7-0)
• Approved change orders for LaFollette and Elvehjem parking lots (7-0)
• Approved July 29, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will hear introductory remarks from new MMSD Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard and follow up on July budget presentations from the district and city. The committee will also discuss its workplan for the rest of 2024. The agenda includes no votes on specific contracts or ordinances; it is primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Introduction of new MMSD Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard
• Follow-up discussion of July MMSD and City budget presentations
• Committee workplan for remainder of 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2024
• Public comment opportunity

Operations Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Operations Work Group meets to discuss transportation services (First Student), 2023-2024 unaudited financials (Fund 10), and 2024-2025 budget options including referenda. They also review preliminary budget revenue limit membership and receive a facilities planning update. No formal decisions are listed; all items are for discussion or presentation.

• Discussion of transportation services with First Student
• Review of 2023-2024 unaudited financials for Fund 10 balance
• 2024-2025 budget options: Option 1 (Referenda) and Option 2 updates
• Preliminary budget revenue limit membership discussion
• Facilities planning update

The Board of Education Operations Work Group approved the minutes from its June 10, 2024, meeting. The session primarily consisted of a transportation update from First Student regarding driver staffing, pay scales, and the use of a digital incident reporting system called FirstActs.

• Approved minutes from June 10, 2024 (5-0)

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group is meeting to receive updates on the continuous improvement process. The body will discuss the District Improvement Plan, School Improvement Plan, and Central Office Department Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of the District Improvement Plan (DIP)
• Discussion of the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Discussion of the Central Office Department Improvement Plan (CODIP)
• Presentation on the 2024-25 Scope and Sequence of Instruction
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2024

The group approved the minutes from the June 3, 2024, meeting. Members viewed a video showcasing the new Capital High School building and received a presentation on the District Improvement Plan (DIP) and central office support frameworks.

• Approved minutes from June 3, 2024 (5-1)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board will vote on three new policies: Advanced Learning Instruction (3554), Use of District Facilities (7510), and Title IX (8012A). A consent agenda includes interim bills of $71,405,655.52 and referendum construction bills of $5,055,803.52, plus two contracts for English Learner materials totaling $294,646.70. The meeting also features recognitions for Disability Pride Month and a remembrance of Essence Edwards, along with reports from the Board President and Superintendent.

• Approval of Advanced Learning Instruction Policy (3554)
• Approval of Use of District Facilities Policy (7510)
• Approval of Title IX Policy (8012A)
• Payment of interim bills ($71,405,655.52) and referendum construction bills ($5,055,803.52)
• Expenditures for K-12 EL materials ($243,050.30) and Gr. 6-12 EL resources ($51,596.40)

The Board of Education approved three updated district policies and a comprehensive consent agenda including various instructional resources and service agreements. The Advanced Learning Instruction Policy passed despite some board member concerns regarding its coherence.

• Approved Advanced Learning Instruction Policy (5-1)
• Approved Use of District Facilities Policy (6-0)
• Approved Title IX Policy (6-0)
• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including interim and referendum construction bills (6-0)
• Approved instructional resources including DreamBox, Lexia Core 5, and Power Up (6-0)
• Approved service agreements with YMCA of Dane County and Wisconsin Youth Company (6-0)
• Approved contract extensions for high school yearbooks and graduation regalia (6-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session Followed by Open Session WORKSHOP

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will meet in closed session to discuss property negotiations, collective bargaining wages, legal advice, and a student matter. In the subsequent open workshop, the board will vote on the revised membership of the ad hoc committee for naming the new Southside Elementary school and discuss updates to policies on facility use, Title IX, and advanced learning.

• Closed session deliberations on purchase/sale of public property
• Closed session on collective bargaining base wages strategy
• Vote to approve revised ad hoc committee membership for naming Southside Elementary (501 E. Badger Road)
• Discussion of Use of District Facilities Policy (7510)
• Discussion of Title IX Policy (8012A) and Advanced Learning Policy (3554)

The Board of Education approved a revised membership list for the ad hoc committee tasked with naming the new elementary school at 501 E. Badger Road. The board also held workshops to review policies regarding district facility use, Title IX, and advanced learning.

• Approved revised membership list for Southside Elementary naming ad hoc committee (6-0)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will receive presentations and discuss the City of Madison referendum and the Madison Metropolitan School District referendum. They will also review the committee workplan for the second half of 2024 and hear an update on driver's education legislation at the state level. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Presentation and discussion on City Referendum
• Presentation and discussion on MMSD Referendum
• Committee workplan for second half of 2024
• Update on driver's education legislation at state
• Approval of minutes from May 8, 2024

Board of Education Retreat

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a retreat on June 28, 2024, focused on team-building and planning for the upcoming year. Agenda items include reviewing draft policies on board member ethics, conflict of interest, and ways of working, as well as a session on navigating referendums. No formal votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Review of Policy 1031 on standing committees
• Discussion of a draft belief statement on student learning
• Referendum 101 session on board member role during referendums
• Return to policy drafts including Policy 1540 on ethics, job description, and conflict of interest
• Scoping work groups and retreat calendar for 2024-2025

The Board of Education conducted a retreat consisting of connecting exercises and discussions regarding the board's vision. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session to discuss legal strategy related to a Notice of Claim (potential litigation) and to review disciplinary proceedings involving individual students, including an expulsion matter. No public decisions are expected as the entire meeting is closed.

• Motion to go into closed session for legal advice on potential litigation (Notice of Claim)
• Discussion of oral or written advice from legal counsel regarding the Notice of Claim
• Review and receipt of advice from counsel on student disciplinary proceedings (expulsion)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will vote on adopting the 2024-2025 preliminary budget totaling $651,116,544 and approving preliminary tax levies. The meeting also includes reports on a potential operating and facilities referendum for fall 2024 and reviews of student fee, food service, Title IX, and facilities-use policies. Public comments included 37 written statements, with 20 supporting universal free meals for all students.

• Vote on 2024-2025 preliminary budget adoption of $651,116,544 total ($581,842,731 net of interfund transfers)
• Discussion of potential operating and facilities referendum in fall 2024
• Public hearing on the 2024/25 preliminary budget with 37 written statements, including 20 supporting universal free meals
• Review of proposed changes to student fee policies (3340, 3710), food program policies, and Title IX policy (8012A)
• Update on the Advanced Learning Plan and recommended policy changes (3555/2464)

The Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 preliminary budget. A proposed amendment to add $11 million to address salary compression for Student Services and other staff was discussed but not adopted due to a lack of administrative data.

• Approved 2024-2025 preliminary budget of $651,116,544
• Approved minutes from May 20, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Naming MMSD's Southside Elementary School

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review the process and timeline for naming Southside Elementary School. The body will discuss Board Policy 6700, review public comments, and consider a proposed list of names.

• Review of public comments including letters from Tony Evers and Ann Walsh Bradley
• Discussion of a proposed list of 175 naming proposals
• Review of the Southside Naming Rubric
• Overview of Board Policy 6700 and the official naming timeline

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee met to review the charge, timeline, and research process for naming Southside Elementary School. Members were instructed to begin scoring 175 proposals using a provided rubric. No final names were selected during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Operations Work Group

The Operations Work Group is discussing the proposed 2024-2025 budget development, including a potential action item for the June 24 regular board meeting, and considering a possible operating and facilities referendum for fall 2024. The group is also reviewing student fee policies, food program policies, use of district facilities policy, and Title IX policy. Public input included eight written statements, most supporting no-cost school meals for all students.

• Results of student election: Megan Finando as Student Representative, Claire Li as Alternate and Student Senate president for 2024/25
• Eight written public statements submitted, majority supporting universal school meals
• Discussion of a proposed action item for June 24 regular board meeting on 2024-2025 budget
• Review of Board policies: Student Fee Waiver (3340), Fees, Rentals and Fines (3710), and proposed food program policies
• Review of Use of District Facilities Policy (7510/6491A/6491B) and Title IX Policy (8012A)

The work group discussed two budget options for the 2024-2025 school year, balancing state revenue limits against desired investments in students and facilities. Members questioned staffing vacancies, the cost of long-term vacancies at Doyle, and the impact of inflation on potential referendums.

• Approved minutes from May 13, 2024 (6-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP followed by Closed Session

The Board of Education will decide how to direct its representative on the City of Madison Joint Review Board to vote on four Tax Incremental District (TID) project plan amendments. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss property negotiations, collective bargaining wages, and student disciplinary proceedings.

• 2024 Project Plan Amendment to TID No. 45 (Capital Square West)
• 2024 Project Plan Amendment to TID No. 48 (Regent St.)
• 2024 Project Plan Amendment to TID No. 52 (East Washington & Stoughton Rd)
• 2024 Project Plan Amendment to TID No. 54 (Pennsylvania Ave)
• Collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD Bargaining Units

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group is meeting to receive an update on the current Advanced Learning Plan. The group will also review recommended changes to Advanced Learning Policy 3555/2464.

• Update on the progress of the current Advanced Learning Plan
• Review of recommended changes to Advanced Learning Policy (3555/2464)
• Six written public statements regarding advanced learning resources and a specialist at Kennedy Elementary

The group reviewed an update to the Advanced Learning Plan and a proposed replacement for the Talented and Gifted Education policy. Members and staff discussed the development of a culturally responsive identification tool in partnership with the University of Wisconsin.

• Approved minutes from May 6, 2024 (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing the 2024 Long Range Facilities Plan and the proposed 2024-25 budget. Members will vote on updated policies regarding graduation requirements, student attendance, and services for bilingual students and English learners.

• Approval of Services for Bilingual Students/English Learners Policies (3550/2260.02)
• Approval of Graduation Policy (3540/5460)
• Approval of Attendance/Absence Policy (4031-4032/5200)
• Review of 2024 Long Range Facilities Plan
• Consideration of a Long-Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund

The Board of Education approved updated policies for Services for English Learners and Graduation Requirements, both effective July 1, 2024. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 15, 2024. Members recognized departing student representative Talia Richmond and thanked Interim Superintendent Lisa Kvistad.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Services for English Learners Policy (3550/2260.02) (6-0)
• Approved Graduation Requirements Policy (3540/5460) (vote not recorded in text)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

This special Board of Education workshop is primarily a ceremony to recognize student achievements. Presentations include the African American History Academic Challenge, the Dollars and Sense Financial Literacy Program, and the Wells Fargo Junior Investment Program. No policy decisions or votes on substantive matters are on the agenda.

• Recognition of MMSD Student Excellence
• African American History Academic Challenge presentation
• Dollars and Sense Financial Literacy Program presentation
• Wells Fargo Junior Investment Program presentation

The Board held a special meeting to recognize student excellence and programs facilitated by the 100 Black Men organization. Presentations highlighted student internships, financial literacy competitions, and an African American history academic challenge. No formal board votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting in closed session. The board will consider the negotiations strategy regarding collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units.

• Negotiations strategy for collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD Bargaining Units

Operations Work Group

The Operations Work Group will receive the 2024 Long Range Facilities Plan and consider creating a Long-Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund. They will also discuss the proposed 2024-25 budget and review student fee policies and food program policies. One written statement supporting scratch cooking in schools was submitted for public input. Items discussed may be forwarded as action items to the regular board meeting on May 20.

• Receive the 2024 Long Range Facilities Plan
• Consider a Long-Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund
• Discussion of 2024-25 Proposed Budget Development
• Review of Board of Education Student Fee Policies 3340 and 3710 and Proposed Food Program Policies
• Public input: one written statement in support of scratch cooking in schools

The work group approved the minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the 2024 Long Range Facilities Plan and the proposed creation of a Long-Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund (Fund 46).

• Approved minutes from April 8, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Board of Education Retreat

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education holds a retreat to discuss board governance, superintendent search and accountability, and review governance documents. The board will approve minutes from previous retreats and discuss policy updates.

• Approval of minutes from July 28, September 22, and November 10, 2023 retreats
• Independent review of documents related to superintendent search (item 3.1)
• Discussion of board strengths and growth areas in relation to superintendent leadership (item 3.2)
• Conversation about superintendent accountability and success (item 3.3)
• Discussion of board governance culture and commitments, with recommendations to revisit in June (items 5.1–5.3)

The Board approved minutes from three 2023 retreat meetings. Members discussed potential updates to board governance, ethics, and student outcome policies, using Sun Prairie Area School District documents as a reference for clarity and structure.

• Approved minutes from July 28, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 22, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 10, 2023 (4-0)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will meet to receive an update and discuss a potential Madison Metropolitan School District referendum. The body will also hold a follow-up discussion regarding families experiencing homelessness.

• Discussion on potential MMSD referendum via Madison Public Schools Foundation
• Follow-up discussion on families experiencing homelessness

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a special workshop meeting. They will vote on creating a 12-person committee to name the new elementary school at 501 E. Badger Road, with Greg Jones as chair. The board will also hear presentations on Madison Public Schools Foundation polling and the Long Range Facilities Plan.

• Proposal to establish a 12-person naming committee for the new elementary school at 501 E. Badger Road (Southside Elementary)
• Greg Jones designated as chair of the naming committee
• Two alternate members to be appointed if needed
• Presentation on Madison Public Schools Foundation polling results
• Presentation and discussion of the Long Range Facilities Plan

The Board of Education created a 12-person committee to name the new elementary school at 501 E. Badger Road. The board also reviewed polling data regarding potential referendum support and received an overview of the Long Range Facilities Plan.

• Approved minutes from May 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from May 15, 2023 (7-0)
• Established 12-person committee to name the school at 501 E. Badger Road (7-0)
• Designated two alternate members for the naming committee (7-0)
• Appointed Greg Jones as chair of the naming committee (7-0)

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group will review and discuss final recommended changes to three policies: Services for Bilingual Students/English Learners (policies 3550/2260.02), Graduation (3540/5460), and Attendance/Absence (4031-4032/5200). These are discussion items; proposed action on them may occur at the May 20 Regular Board Meeting. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 1, 2024, and public input (no written statements or speaker registrations received).

• Approve minutes from April 1, 2024 Instruction Work Group meeting
• Discuss final recommended changes to Services for Bilingual Students/English Learners policies (3550/2260.02)
• Discuss final recommended changes to Graduation policy (3540/5460)
• Discuss final recommended changes to Attendance/Absence policy (4031-4032/5200)
• No written statements or public appearance registrations received

The group reviewed final recommended changes to policies regarding bilingual students/English learners, graduation requirements, and attendance. These items are proposed for a formal vote at the May 20, 2024, Regular Board Meeting. The group also approved the minutes from the April 1, 2024, meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 1, 2024 (6-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Madison Board of Education will elect officers, swear in newly elected members Maia Pearson and Savion Castro, and consider several policy and operational items. Key reports cover graduation requirements, English learner and attendance policies, transportation, budget development, and community feedback on a referendum. The board will vote on a resolution setting a target year (2040, 2045, or 2050) for achieving zero greenhouse gas emissions in district operations.

• Oath of office for newly elected board members Maia Pearson and Savion Castro
• Review and possible action on Board Policy 3540 – Graduation Policy and Policy 3550 – English Language Learner Policy
• Vote on a Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Resolution with options for 2040, 2045, or 2050 target
• Approval of interim bills totaling $22,567,702.83 for the period March 5–29, 2024
• Discussion of naming process for the new Southside elementary school

The Board of Education elected its officers for the 2024/2025 school year and approved a resolution to move toward zero greenhouse gas emissions. The board also administered oaths of office to two re-elected members.

• Elected Nichelle Nichols as President (unanimous)
• Elected Maia Pearson as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Ali Muldrow as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected Laura Simkin as Clerk
• Appointed Natalie Rew as secretary (7-0)
• Approved Renewable Energy Resolution 45
• Approved minutes from March 18, 2024 (7-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education held a special closed session to discuss three matters: negotiations for the purchase or sale of public property (MSCR property), collective bargaining base wages for all bargaining units, and employment matters related to hiring a new superintendent. No public votes or decisions were made; all discussions were held in closed session under Wisconsin statutes.

• Deliberations on negotiations for purchase/sale of MSCR property at 328 E Lakeside Street
• Discussion of negotiation strategy for collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units
• Discussion of employment matters related to hiring a new superintendent

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will hold a special closed session meeting to deliberate on negotiations for the purchase or sale of public property and to consider strategy for collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units. The board will also vote on approving minutes from prior closed sessions. This meeting is not open to the public.

• Motion to go into closed session for property negotiations and collective bargaining wage strategy
• Deliberations regarding purchase/sale of public property (closed)
• Discussions on collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units (closed)
• Approval of closed session minutes from April 17, 2023
• Approval of closed session minutes from June 1 and June 5, 2023

Operations Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Operations Work Group will discuss a draft resolution for zero greenhouse gas emissions, along with community feedback on the referendum and budget, transportation updates, and the 2024-2025 budget. The group will also review student fee policies 3340 and 3710 regarding fee waivers and fines. These are discussion items; no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Draft Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Resolutions (Item 6)
• Community Feedback on Referendum and Budget (Item 5)
• Transportation Update and Discussion (Item 4)
• 2024-2025 Budget Development (Item 7)
• Review of Student Fee Policies 3340 and 3710 (Item 8)

The group approved the minutes from the March 11, 2024, meeting. Members and staff discussed a transition to a three-tier transportation system for the 2024-2025 school year to improve reliability and safety.

• Approved minutes from March 11, 2024 (6-0)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The committee is meeting for routine proceedings (call to order, approval of minutes, public comment) and a follow-up discussion on the family shelter wait list, doubled-up families, and the need for overflow shelter. No action is scheduled on this item.

• Follow-up discussion on family shelter wait list, doubled-up families, and need for overflow shelter (item 5.1, discussion only)

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group will discuss three board policies: Graduation Policy 3540, English Language Learner Policy 3550, and Attendance Policy 4031. No written public comments were submitted for this meeting. The group will also consider approving minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of Board Policy 3540 – Graduation Policy
• Discussion of Board Policy 3550 – English Language Learner Policy
• Discussion of Board Policy 4031 – Attendance Policy
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2024 Instruction Work Group meeting
• No written public comments received

The group discussed proposed revisions to Board Policy 3540 regarding graduation requirements, including alignment with NEOLA standards and expanded flexibility for portfolios. No vote was taken on the policy; a second iteration will be presented in May for final review and voting.

• Approved minutes from March 4, 2024 (5-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will consider approving a consent agenda that includes $42.8 million in interim bills and $6.2 million in referendum invoices. The board will also receive reports on early learning, long-range facilities planning, sustainability goals, and the 2024-2025 budget. Twenty written public comments were submitted, many supporting funding for floating surge nurses and other programs.

• Approval of $42,824,280.83 in interim bills for Feb 13–Mar 4, 2024
• Approval of $6,202,488.61 in construction invoices from Fund 42 Referendum 2020 Bond Proceeds
• Purchase of K-5 English Language Immersion decodable books from Flyleaf for $275,158.43
• Discussion on early learning including full- and half-day 4K
• Long Range Facilities Plan and sustainability goal discussion (renewable energy/zero emissions)

The Board of Education unanimously approved revisions to the Employee Handbook and a comprehensive consent agenda. The handbook changes include a $1,500 stipend for National Board Certified Professional Staff. The board also approved various technology licenses, construction invoices, and software purchases.

• Approved proposed changes to the Employee Handbook, including a $1,500 stipend for National Board Certified Professional Staff (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including interim bills and construction invoices (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Cyber Security Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) software (7-0)
• Approved licensing for Incident IQ Technology Asset Management and Help Request Ticketing System (7-0)
• Approved annual renewal of ClassLink Single Sign-On (SSO) & Rostering Management Platform (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Securly Student Safety Suite and Classroom Tool (7-0)
• Approved annual Microsoft Software Licenses and District Internet Access (7-0)
• Approved Chromebook refresh cycle for students in grades five and nine (7-0)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will meet to review a presentation on family shelter waitlists and doubled-up families. Representatives from Dane County Human Services and MMSD will lead the discussion on the need for overflow shelter.

• Presentation on Family Shelter Wait list, Doubled-Up Families and Need for Overflow Shelter

Operations Work Group

The March 11, 2024 Operations Work Group meeting includes discussions on the Long Range Facilities Plan, the district's sustainability goal (renewable energy or zero greenhouse gas emissions), and 2024-2025 budget development with equity projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion or presentation. The group will also hear written public statements (22 submitted) and consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Long Range Facilities Plan discussion with presentation
• Discussion of renewable energy or zero greenhouse gas emissions sustainability goal
• 2024-2025 budget development and equity projects discussion
• 22 written public statements received, mostly supporting community schools and equity strategies
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 12, 2024 meeting. Members and staff discussed the Long Range Facilities Plan, budget development for equity projects, and sustainability goals, though no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes dated February 12, 2024 (7-0)

Board of Education Retreat

This is a Board of Education retreat focused on discussion and information items. The Board will review next steps in the superintendent search with Alma Advisory Group, discuss policy updates and processes, and handle procedural items such as opening comments and adjournment.

• Discussion on superintendent search with Alma Advisory Group
• Policy update and processes discussion
• Opening comments and call to order

The Board of Education held a retreat to introduce incoming Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard. The session focused on discussing his transition timeline, entry plan, and priorities for community engagement and budget alignment. No formal votes were taken.

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will hold a special closed-session meeting to consider negotiations strategy regarding collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units. The only substantive item is a closed discussion under Wisconsin open-meetings exemptions; no public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Motion to go into closed session for negotiations strategy under Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.82(1), (2) and 19.85(1)(e)
• Discussion of collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD bargaining units

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group will discuss progress and learnings on early learning, including full- and half-day 4K, and consider next steps. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 5, 2024, and public input procedures. No written statements were submitted for this meeting.

• Review of early learning progress including full- and half-day 4K programs
• Discussion of next steps for early learning
• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 Instruction Work Group meeting
• Public input guidelines and registration process outlined

The group discussed the implementation and evaluation of full and half-day 4K programs, including the role of the Measuring Effective Practices (MEP) partnership. Staff provided updates on student screenings, IEP supports, and the impact of the pandemic on student development. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 5, 2024 (5-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will consider and vote on approving the employment of Dr. Joe Gothard as Superintendent, including his negotiated employment agreement and addendum. The meeting is a special workshop session with this as the primary action item.

• Action item to approve employment of Dr. Joe Gothard as Superintendent of Schools with negotiated terms

The Board of Education voted to employ Dr. Joe Gothard as the Superintendent of Schools. The decision was based on terms and conditions set forth in an Employment Agreement and Addendum.

• Approved employment of Dr. Joe Gothard as Superintendent (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing $43,980,984.87 in interim bills and $3,008,869.04 in referendum construction invoices. The board will also receive reports on the English Language Learner plan, a superintendent's wellness advisory, renewable energy planning, 2024-2025 budget development, and long-range facilities planning. No action items were brought forward from the Instruction or Operations work groups.

• Consent agenda authorizing $43,980,984.87 in interim bills for January 13 to February 12, 2024
• Consent agenda authorizing $3,008,869.04 in referendum construction invoices from referendum bond proceeds
• Presentation on MMSD renewable energy planning by design engineers
• Discussion on 2024-2025 budget development
• Update on English Language Learner (ELL) plan and progress

The Board of Education unanimously approved the January 29 meeting minutes and a comprehensive consent agenda. The Board President announced that Dr. Joe Gothard was approved as the next Superintendent during a special workshop meeting held earlier that evening.

• Approved minutes from January 29, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 26 items (7-0)
• Approved employment of Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard (via special meeting)
• Approved solar design for West and LaFollette High Schools
• Approved purchase of two Bobcat Toolcat Utility Work Machines
• Approved purchase of one Ford F-650 Cab Chassis for food delivery truck
• Approved City of Madison land purchase
• Approved Wisconsin Fast Forward Industry Sector Worker Training Grant

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

This is a special closed session meeting of the Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education. The sole item is a discussion of employment matters related to hiring a new superintendent, held in closed session under Wisconsin statutes. No public votes or decisions are expected on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss hiring of a new Superintendent pursuant to Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(c) and (f)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

This is a special workshop meeting of the Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education. The board will discuss policies that need priority revision due to compliance requirements, revise work group calendars, and determine next steps. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion and information only.

• Discussion of policies needing priority revision due to compliance
• Revision of work group calendars
• Determination of next steps

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education holds a special closed session meeting to discuss employment matters related to hiring a new superintendent. The meeting will go into closed session under Wisconsin statutes for confidential discussions. No public action is expected.

• Motion to go into closed session to discuss hiring of a new Superintendent pursuant to Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(c) and (f)

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will discuss next steps for driver's education, including coordination with stakeholders, teacher input, and city funding. It will also discuss pedestrian safety, including a city racial equity and social justice (RESJ) analysis. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Coordination with other stakeholders on driver's education state policy recommendations
• Seek input from teachers on driver's education state policy
• Discussion of city funding for driver's education
• City RESJ analysis for pedestrian safety
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2024

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

This special meeting of the Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is a closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss employment matters related to hiring a new superintendent. No public action or voting is scheduled on the agenda.

• Closed session discussion of superintendent hiring pursuant to Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(c) and (f)

Operations Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Operations Work Group will review presentations on renewable energy planning and the 2024-2025 budget development. The group will also discuss the Long Range Facilities Plan and receive a Human Resources update.

• Renewable Energy Planning presentation by Design Engineers
• 2024-2025 Budget Development presentation and conversation
• Long Range Facilities Plan Development discussion
• Human Resources Update
• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Work Group reviewed a presentation from Design Engineers regarding the district's comprehensive energy plan and goals for renewable energy. Members discussed the feasibility of different scenarios, including the costs of electrifying heating systems and the impact of closing schools for updates. No formal decisions were made regarding the energy plan.

• Approved minutes from January 22, 2024 (7-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Board of Education is meeting in closed session to consider negotiations strategy regarding collectively bargaining base wages for all MMSD Bargaining Units.

• Negotiations strategy for collectively bargaining base wages for all MMSD Bargaining Units

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District board met in closed session on February 7, 2024, at the Holtzman Learning Center. The agenda covered employment-related matters for hiring a new superintendent. Because the session was closed under state law, no public details or decisions were recorded.

• Closed session on employment matters for hiring a new superintendent
• Meeting held at Holtzman Learning Center, 333 Holtzman Road, Madison, WI
• Interim Superintendent Lisa Kvistad listed
• Proceedings governed by Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) and (f)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education will hold a special closed session meeting to interview candidates for Superintendent. The only action is a motion to go into closed session under Wisconsin statutes (19.85(1)(c) and (f)). No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Interview candidates for Superintendent position in closed session

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group is meeting to receive an update on the English Language Learner (ELL) Plan and Progress, and a discussion on the Superintendent's Wellness Advisory. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public input procedures.

• Information/presentation item: Update on the English Language Learner (ELL) Plan and Progress
• Information/discussion item: Superintendent's Wellness Advisory Update
• Motion to approve minutes from January 8, 2024

The Instruction Work Group approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting. The session primarily consisted of an informational presentation and discussion regarding the English Language Learner (ELL) plan and progress.

• Approved minutes from January 8, 2024 (7-0)

Regular Board of Education Meeting

The board will vote on a three-year Special Education Plan, the only action item from the Instruction Work Group. They will also hear reports on budget planning for 2024-2025, a facility condition assessment, and a long-range facilities plan. The consent agenda includes approval of $56,322,615.53 in interim bills and $7,085,800.24 in referendum construction invoices.

• Vote on Three-Year Special Education Plan
• Discussion of MMSD Early Literacy Plan aligned with Act 20
• Overview of Educational Facility Condition Assessment Report and Long Range Facilities Plan
• Consent agenda: $56,322,615.53 in interim bills and $7,085,800.24 in referendum invoices
• Public input: 22 statements supporting Ty Reynolds, 7 on sign language interpreter classification

Board of Education Retreat

The Board of Education is meeting for a retreat to discuss future forecasting and policy updates. The session includes reviews of board governance and progress on SMART goals.

• Future forecasting updates and discussion
• Policy updates and processes presentation
• Board governance discussion
• Progress review of SMART goals

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss employment matters and conduct interviews related to hiring a new superintendent. The board will vote to enter closed session under Wisconsin law. No public decisions will be made during this session.

• Motion to go into closed session under Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(c) and (f) for superintendent hiring discussions
• Deliberation on employment matters and interviews for the superintendent position

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting in closed session. The body will discuss property transactions, collective bargaining strategies for base wages, and legal strategy regarding litigation.

• Negotiations for the purchase/sale of public property
• Collective bargaining base wage strategy for all MMSD Bargaining Units
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy

Operations Work Group

The Madison Metropolitan School District Operations Work Group will hold discussions on the 2024-2025 budget planning, an overview of the Educational Facility Condition Assessment Report, and a preview of the Long Range Facilities Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; all agenda items are for discussion and presentation. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as public input and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of 2024-2025 budget planning
• Overview of Educational Facility Condition Assessment Report (Phase 1)
• Preview of Long Range Facilities Plan
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2023
• Public input period with guidelines for written and oral statements

The group approved the minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting. Members and staff discussed 2024-2025 budget planning, including enrollment projections, fund balance policies, and the impact of expiring ESSER funding. The group also received an overview of the Educational Facility Condition Assessment Report.

• Approved minutes from November 13, 2023 (6-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss employment matters and interviews related to hiring a new Superintendent. The board will vote on a motion to go into closed session under Wisconsin statutes. No public discussion or action is planned.

• Motion to go into closed session under Wis. Stat. §§19.85(1)(c) and (f)
• Discussion of employment matters and interviews for superintendent hiring
• Meeting is entirely closed to the public

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

This is a special closed session meeting. The board will vote to go into closed session under state law to interview candidates for the Superintendent position. No public discussion or decisions are scheduled.

• Motion to go into closed session for superintendent candidate interviews

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting in closed session. The purpose of the meeting is to interview candidates for the position of Superintendent.

• Interviews of candidates for Superintendent

City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will discuss state-mandated changes to driver's education requirements and their implementation timeline. Members will also receive an update on pedestrian safety improvements along school routes. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and a chair's report, but no votes on substantive items are scheduled.

• Discussion of state driver's education requirement changes and timeline
• Update on pedestrian safety at school routes
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023

Instruction Work Group

The Instruction Work Group will receive an update on the MMSD Early Literacy Plan as required by Wisconsin Act 20, and discuss revisions to the Special Education Plan. No votes are scheduled on these items; the group will consider proposed action items for the January 29 regular board meeting regarding special education. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public input, though no written statements were submitted.

• Discussion of MMSD Early Literacy Plan aligned with Act 20
• Review of revisions and updates to the Special Education Plan, with proposed action items for January 29 board meeting
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023 Instruction Work Group meeting
• No written public statements were submitted for this meeting

The work group approved the minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting. Members and staff discussed the progress of the Early Literacy Plan aligned with Act 20, focusing on teacher certifications, student screening data, and family notification processes.

• Approved minutes from December 4, 2023 (4-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

This is a special closed session of the Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education. The board will vote to go into closed session to discuss employment matters and interviews for hiring a new Superintendent, and will consider approving minutes from a 2020 closed session. No public business is conducted beyond these procedural actions.

• Motion to enter closed session under Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(c) and (f) for superintendent hiring discussions
• Approval of closed session minutes from January 17, 2020
• Closed session discussion of employment matters and superintendent interviews