Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2021
59 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Board of Education approved multiple contracts for school maintenance, solar installations, and theater upgrades. The meeting also included updates on student enrollment and the annual capital program report.
- Approved $1,656,147 for roof repairs and replacements at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, and Westerman schools
- Approved $801,348 for solar array installations at Pioneer High School and Westerman Preschool
- Approved $465,738 to purchase and install theater seating at Pioneer High School
- Approved a contract not to exceed $1,009,181.51 for technology infrastructure storage solutions
- Approved three-year civil engineering services contracts with Midwestern Consulting, OHM Advisors, and Spalding DeDecker
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Performance Committee met virtually to discuss the draft Fall 2021 Student Enrollment Annual Report. The meeting also included agenda and minutes review and future agenda planning.
- Review of Fall 2021 Student Enrollment Annual Report - Draft
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review its agenda and minutes from June 25, 2021, and to hear updates on the construction industry and the 2021 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes public commentary, with written comments required three hours in advance. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review of minutes from June 25, 2021 meeting
- Construction industry outlook presented by Stephanie Corona (Gilbane)
- Capital Improvement Program 2021 annual update by Emile Lauzzana
- Public commentary via written submissions due 3 hours before meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in a closed session, not open to the public, to consider material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute, specifically attorney-client privileged information. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Closed session under Michigan Open Meetings Act Section 8(h) for attorney-client privileged information
- Electronic meeting held December 7, 2021 at 7:00 PM
- Procedural items: call to order, roll call, adjournment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to review its agenda and minutes, take public comment, and discuss several capital and technology items. These include civil engineering services, roof repairs at multiple schools, solar installations, theater seating, and a technology infrastructure upgrade. The meeting is open to the public but will not be recorded.
- Civil Engineering Services contract discussion
- 2022 Roof Repair/Replacement at King, Mitchell, Pattengill, Pioneer, Westerman Preschool
- Rooftop Solar Array Installations at Pioneer and Westerman Preschool
- Pioneer Theater Seating purchase and installation
- Technology Refresh: Infrastructure Storage Solution
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Board of Education met to review district updates including vaccination reports and budget monitoring. The meeting included discussions on dishwasher replacements for Pioneer and Skyline and the approval of various consent agenda items.
- Approved purchase of menstruation and personal product dispensers and supplies
- Approved donation of three Honeywell HPA300 air purifiers to Slauson Middle School
- Reviewed Fall 2021 AAPS Team Vaccination Report
- Reviewed October 2021 Monthly Budget Monitoring Report
- Briefed on dishwasher replacement for Pioneer and Skyline
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor City/Schools Committee is holding an electronic meeting to review its own origin, purpose, and operating norms, and to receive updates on issues affecting the school district and the city. The agenda includes procedural items like roll call, agenda and minutes approval, and public commentary from three named individuals.
- Review of City/Schools Committee origin, purpose, mission, operation norms
- City Update: issues affecting AAPS
- AAPS Update: issues affecting City
- Public commentary sign-ups: Julia Blough, Lena Kauffman, Lilia Cortina
- Approve minutes of October 6, 2021 meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on November 10, 2021, at the Sheraton Ann Arbor. The board accepted the 2020-21 annual financial audit, approved memoranda of agreement for a one-time 2% retention payment to various employee groups, and approved a Lexia reading license for middle schools and limited high school use. The board also heard public commentary and a superintendent update on Native American Heritage Month and district matters.
- Approved 2020-21 Annual Financial Audit (Plante/Moran)
- Approved 2% retention payment for multiple employee groups
- Approved Lexia Reading License (AN-2062) for 5 middle schools
- Approved minutes from October 27, 2021 meeting
- Motion to approve agenda failed; 10 public commenters signed up
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 27, 2021, at the Courtyard Marriott. The board approved a consent agenda that included a $455,598 contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates for special education services and a $61,585 purchase of bulk road salt for the winter season. They also received informational updates on equity initiatives, services for homeless students, and the September budget, and approved appointments to the Recreation Advisory Commission.
- Approved $455,598 contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates for physical, occupational, and speech therapy for students with IEPs
- Approved $61,585 purchase of bulk salt from Detroit Salt Company via MiDEAL contract for winter 2021-22
- Approved donations of air purifiers to Slauson Middle, Thurston Elementary, King Elementary, Angell Elementary, and Pittsfield Elementary
- Approved Recreation Advisory Commission appointments: Stacy Ebron, Hadil Ghoneim, Hannah Smith, Zachary Weiner (3-year terms)
- Approved closed session on November 18, 2021 for attorney/client privilege
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
This meeting agenda is for a study session of the Ann Arbor Public Schools board that has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural information about public attendance, video access, and public commentary rules, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting canceled
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Planning Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the Fall 2021 Equity Update, including the AAPS Framework 2.0 for Equitable Instruction and the 2021-22 Pathways to Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning. They will also preview the ESSR Planning & Engagement Process. The meeting includes public commentary sign-ups and review of previous minutes.
- Fall 2021 Equity Update: AAPS Framework 2.0 for Equitable Instruction
- 2021-22 Pathways to Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning
- Preview of ESSR Planning & Engagement Process
- Public commentary sign-up required 4 hours before meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 13, 2021, at the Courtyard Marriott. The board voted to censure Trustee Jeff Gaynor, approved donations of air purifiers for several schools, and discussed first briefings on contracts for pediatric therapy, a reading software license, and road salt purchase. The meeting also included public commentary and consent agenda items.
- Resolution to censure Trustee Jeff Gaynor approved (6-1, Gaynor dissenting)
- Donations of air purifiers (Oransi, Honeywell, Austin Air) accepted for King Elementary, Slauson Middle, Ann Arbor Open, and district use
- First briefing: Pediatric Therapy Associates agreement (AN-2061)
- First briefing: Lexia Reading license for middle schools and limited high school (AN-2062)
- First briefing: Road salt purchase (AN-2063)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to review its agenda and minutes from the September 17 meeting, take public comment, and discuss three items: a Pediatric Therapy Associates agreement, a Lexia Reading license for middle and limited high school, and a road salt purchase. The meeting is open to the public but will not be recorded.
- Pediatric Therapy Associates Agreement
- Lexia Reading License - Middle School & Limited High School
- Road Salt Purchase
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a regular meeting and workshop on September 29, 2021. The board voted to select voting delegates and alternates for the MASB Annual Delegate Assembly, and also held a workshop on board roles, monitoring, and norm-setting. A motion to approve the agenda as presented failed.
- Motion to approve agenda as presented failed (2 yes, 5 no)
- Selected Rebecca Lazarus, Susan Baskett, Bryan Johnson, Krystle DuPree as MASB voting delegates
- Delegates to attend MASB Annual Delegate Assembly on November 11, 2021 in Grand Rapids, MI
- Board workshop facilitated by Mary Kerwin on roles, responsibilities, monitoring, and norm-setting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education scheduled a closed session for September 28, 2021. The meeting was held to consider material exempt from disclosure under state or federal statute, specifically attorney/client privileged information.
- Closed session regarding attorney/client privileged information
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding its regular meeting, where it will discuss a superintendent update on facilities and back-to-school highlights, a 2021-22 budget update, and take action on several items. The board approved the ratification of summer 2021 purchases, an amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate, and a closed session for attorney-client privilege. The agenda also includes a moment of silence for a deceased student, public commentary, and consent agenda items.
- Ratification of summer 2021 purchases, including air filters, air purifiers, diesel bus fuel, and secondary math pilot materials
- Approval of amended Hold Harmless Millage tax rate
- Approval of closed session on September 28, 2021 for attorney/client privilege
- Approval of donations including HEPA air filters and a treadmill
- Moment of silence in memory of Zade Shamma, Huron High School student
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss summer 2021 purchases, the 2021-22 budget update, and a hold harmless levy adjustment. The agenda also includes routine items like reviewing the agenda and minutes from the June 14, 2021 meeting, and public commentary sign-ups.
- Discussion of Summer 2021 Purchases
- 2021-22 Budget Update
- Hold Harmless Levy Adjustment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education scheduled a closed session for August 24, 2021. This meeting is not open to the public and is intended to consider material exempt from disclosure under state or federal statute.
- Closed session regarding attorney/client privileged information
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met to discuss summer updates and school technology needs. The board approved a large purchase of Dell Chromebooks for various student groups and renewed membership with the Michigan High School Athletic Association.
- $2,127,000.00 purchase of 6,000 Dell Chromebooks (including 2,700 2n1 Touchscreen models) for student device refresh
- Renewal of Michigan High School Athletic Association membership for 2021-22
- Approval of a closed session for August 24, 2021, regarding attorney/client privilege
- Superintendent update on Summer 2021 progress and Fall back to school information
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a retreat at the Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel, which will not be videotaped but is open to the public. The agenda includes public commentary sign-ups and a facilitated board retreat presentation. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Board retreat at Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel, 3200 Boardwalk Dr.
- Public commentary sign-ups with 19 listed speakers
- Facilitated retreat by Mary Kerwin with presentation file R & R ppt.pptx
- Meeting not videotaped
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on June 30, 2021, approving several consent agenda items including playground materials and curriculum adoptions, plus a summer spending authorization for the superintendent. The board also approved its July-December 2021 meeting calendar and scheduled a closed session for August 11, 2021.
- Approved AN-2048: Westerman Preschool Playground (IFB 21.0037)
- Approved AN-2049: Eberwhite Playground Materials (21.0027)
- Approved AN-2050: AP Chemistry curriculum adoption and purchase
- Approved AN-2051: Middle School Science curriculum adoption (OpenSciEd)
- Approved AN-2052: Engineered Wood Fiber purchase/installation for playgrounds (21.0033)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review its agenda and minutes from June 11, 2021, and to discuss a draft Bond Advisory Process. Public commentary is limited to written submissions due to COVID-19. The meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-focused.
- Review minutes from June 11, 2021 meeting
- Discussion of Draft Bond Advisory Process
- Public commentary via written submissions only
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a virtual regular meeting, adopting the amended 2020-21 general fund budget and the proposed 2021-22 general fund budget after a public hearing. The board also approved several consent agenda items for IT infrastructure, VoIP service, and masonry repair, plus software renewals. Public comments focused on using federal COVID relief funds for mental health support, equity initiatives, and restorative practices.
- Adopted 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget Resolution
- Adopted 2021-22 General Fund Budget Resolution
- Approved AN-2043: IT Infrastructure Plan for Community High, Scarlett Middle, Tappan Middle
- Approved AN-2045: Hosted VoIP Telephone Service
- Approved AN-2046: Tappan Masonry Repair
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on June 16, 2021. The board approved the FY 2021-22 tax millage resolution and adopted the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) curriculum materials for Fall 2021. It also discussed the 2020-21 amended and 2021-22 proposed general fund budgets, IT infrastructure upgrades, and other items. The meeting included moments of silence for two individuals and public commentary.
- Adopted FY 2021-22 Tax Millage Resolution
- Adopted SHEAC curriculum materials for Fall 2021
- Discussed 2020-21 General Fund Amended Budget and 2021-22 Proposed Budget
- Discussed IT infrastructure plans for Community High, Scarlett Middle, and Tappan Middle schools
- Approved donations including $8,000 to Tappan Library and $2,500 to Pittsfield Elementary
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and review several items, including the purchase of AP Chemistry and middle school science materials, and instructional software renewals. The committee will also review minutes from previous meetings and accept public comments submitted in advance.
- AP Chemistry Materials Purchase - Linden
- Middle School Science (6,7,8) Materials Purchase - Linden
- Instructional & Operational Software and Digital Renewals - Kellstrom
- Review minutes of 5/14/21, 6/4/21, and 6/9/21 Finance Committee meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review its agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and to discuss a draft Bond Advisory Process. Public commentary is limited to written submissions due to COVID-19. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft process review.
- Review of minutes from May 14 and June 4, 2021 meetings
- Discussion of draft Bond Advisory Process
- Public commentary via written submissions only
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the amended 2020-21 General Fund budget and the proposed 2021-22 General Fund budget. Public comments are accepted in writing before the meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, agenda review, and adjournment.
- Discussion of 2020-21 General Fund amended budget
- Discussion of 2021-22 General Fund proposed budget
- Public commentary sign-ups and submission process
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review and discuss several items related to the district's bond program, including a playground plan for Westerman Preschool, IT infrastructure plans for Community High, Scarlett Middle, and Tappan Middle schools, and the Bond Advisory Group plan. The meeting is open to public comment via written submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Westerman Preschool Playground Plan
- IT Infrastructure Plan: Community High School, Scarlett Middle School, Tappan Middle School
- Bond Advisory Group Plan
- Review agenda and minutes from previous meeting
- Public commentary sign-ups
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several items, including a firewall refresh, hosted VoIP telephone service, playground materials at Eberwhite, masonry repair at Tappan, and engineered wood fiber for playgrounds. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.
- Firewall refresh proposal
- Hosted VoIP telephone service proposal
- Eberwhite playground materials
- Tappan masonry repair
- Engineered wood fiber and installation for playgrounds
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met virtually to approve several technology purchases and a notice for a public hearing on the 2021-2022 budget. The Board also reconfirmed the district's Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and designated a new Parent Advisory Group.
- Approved $524,500 for Epson projectors, $276,802.50 for Apple iMacs, and $186,900 for Dell laptops
- Approved $265,626 for Stratasys 3D printing equipment upgrade
- Approved $408,553 payment to the City of Ann Arbor for Fire Service Connection charges
- Designated APISA/A Parent Advisory Group as a Board Designated Group
- Approved notice for a public hearing on the 2021-2022 budget
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Planning Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the Sexual Health Education Advisory Committee (SHEAC) curriculum materials adoption recommendation for Fall 2021. The agenda also includes public commentary, with submitted comments focusing on the lack of before- and after-school childcare for the fall and questions about the decision-making process. The meeting is largely procedural, with items for discussion and approval of minutes.
- Discussion of SHEAC curriculum materials adoption recommendation for Fall 2021
- Public comments on lack of before/aftercare and request for decision-making details
- Review and approval of agenda and minutes from previous meeting
- Public commentary sign-ups and submission process
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on May 19, 2021, discussing several informational items and first briefings. These included a superintendent update, an equity plan update, a monthly budget report, and first briefings on technology refresh, 3D printer upgrades, fire service connection fees, solar installation at Bryant Elementary, and construction management for bond projects. The board also approved a consent agenda that included paving projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools and considered a resolution for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District biennial election.
- First briefing on Summer 2021 Instructional Technology Refresh (Annex AN-2037)
- First briefing on PLTW 3D Printer Upgrade to Stratasys Equipment (Annex AN-2038)
- First briefing on Solar Installation at Bryant Elementary School (Annex AN-2040)
- Consent agenda approval of Summer 2021 Paving and Site Improvement Projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools (Annex AN-2036)
- Board action on Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) Biennial Election Resolution
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Bond Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several items related to the 2019 bond program and sinking fund projects. The agenda includes a review of the fire service connection capital cost recovery charge, a solar installation at Bryant Elementary School, and construction management for bond and sinking fund projects. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Fire Service Connection Capital Cost Recovery Charge
- Solar Installation: Bryant Elementary School
- Construction Management for 2019 Bond Program and Sinking Fund Projects
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss three items: the Summer 2021 Instructional Technology Refresh (Part I), a PLTW 3D printer upgrade to Stratasys equipment, and monthly budget monitoring for April 2021. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions due three hours before the meeting.
- Summer 2021 Instructional Technology Refresh – Part I
- PLTW 3D Printer Upgrade to Stratasys Equipment
- Monthly Budget Monitoring for April 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular electronic meeting. They will receive a first briefing on proposed summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools, along with a monthly budget monitoring report for March 2021 and a superintendent update. The board will also hear public commentary and a legislative update from Senator Jeff Irwin.
- First briefing on Annex AN-2036: Summer 2021 Paving and Site Improvement Projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for March 2021
- Legislative update from Senator Jeff Irwin with budget comparison for 2021-2022
- Public commentary on Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
- Approval of minutes from April 28, 2021 regular meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss summer 2021 paving and site improvement projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools, review the monthly budget monitoring report for March 2021, and receive an informal update on the 2021-2022 budget. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Summer 2021 Paving and Site Improvement Projects at Allen and Dicken Elementary Schools
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for March 2021
- Informal 2021-2022 Budget Update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education Performance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the 2020 draft graduation rate report, along with routine items like confirming the agenda, reviewing minutes, and planning future agendas. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Review of 2020 Draft Graduation Rate Report
- Public commentary via written submissions (deadline 3 hours before meeting)
- Agenda and minutes confirmation
- Agenda planning for future meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a regular electronic meeting on April 28, 2021, and took action on several items. The board approved contracts for architectural and engineering services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways to Success Campus, funded by the 2019 Bond Program. It also reconfirmed the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan, signed a letter supporting electric bus funding, and approved a non-renewal of an administrative contract.
- Approved architectural/engineering contracts with Neumann/Smith Architecture for Mitchell Elementary (AN-2034) and Pathways Campus (AN-2035), paid from 2019 Bond funds
- Reconfirmed Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan (motion carried 5-2, with Querijero and Gaynor voting no)
- Signed letter supporting funding for electric school buses
- Approved non-renewal of an administrative contract
- Accepted donation of a 2007 Subaru Forester to Pioneer Auto Lab
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met in a closed session on April 27, 2021, to consider material exempt from public disclosure under the Michigan Open Meetings Act. The agenda consists solely of procedural items: call to order, roll call, and adjournment. No public decisions, contracts, or policy discussions are listed in this document.
- Closed session convened under OMA 15.268 Sec. 8(h) for attorney-client privileged information
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 21, 2021, where it approved several facility repair contracts funded by the Sinking Fund, including theater rigging repairs at multiple schools, elevator repairs, and exterior column repair. The board also approved the renewal purchase of Everyday Mathematics student journals for grades K-5, authorized an Environmental Sustainability Task Force, and scheduled a closed session for attorney-client privilege. Public commentary was accepted in writing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Approved $2,320,677 contract to iStudio Projects for theater rigging repairs at six schools and $999,091 to Tiffin Scenic Studios for Pioneer High School
- Approved $270,930 contract to Great Lakes Elevator for elevator repairs at Community High School and Tappan Middle School
- Approved $52,003 contract to RAM Construction Services for Scarlett Middle School exterior column repair
- Approved $662,837.15 renewal purchase of Everyday Mathematics journals for grades K-5
- Authorized Environmental Sustainability Task Force and scheduled closed session for April 27, 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Planning Committee met virtually to review the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The committee also discussed refining the draft authorization and charge for an Environmental Sustainability Task Force.
- Refining the draft authorization and charge for the Environmental Sustainability Task Force
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 14, 2021, discussing and approving several construction and repair projects funded by the 2019 Bond Program. The board also received reports on the budget and superintendent's update, and accepted a donation of face masks.
- Approved $67,208 contract to TrenKo Glass for Angell and Burns Park elementary glass/glazing work
- Approved $592,845 contract to Blue Star Inc. for Community High School selective demolition
- Approved $33,200 contract to Rightway Remediation for asbestos abatement at Tappan Middle School
- Discussed theater rigging repairs at seven schools (Huron, Pioneer, Clague, Forsythe, Scarlett, Slauson, Tappan)
- Accepted donation of 1,180,000 face masks from FKA Distributing, LLC
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several facility repair projects, including theater rigging repairs at multiple schools, elevator repairs and upgrades, and an exterior column repair at Scarlett. They will also review the Everyday Math curriculum renewal and the monthly budget monitoring report for February 2021. Public commentary is accepted via written submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Theater rigging repairs at Huron, Pioneer, Clague, Forsythe, Scarlett, Slauson, and Tappan
- Elevator repairs and upgrades at Community and Tappan (IFB 21.0017)
- Scarlett exterior column repair
- Everyday Math renewal
- Monthly budget monitoring report for February 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The 2019 Bond Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and review architectural and engineering services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus. The agenda includes public commentary, with one sign-up, and standard items like call to order and agenda approval. No final decisions are listed; the main item is a discussion.
- Review of architectural and engineering services for Mitchell Elementary and Pathways Campus
- Public commentary sign-up by Kelly Foresi
- Meeting held electronically due to Michigan State of Emergency
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Board of Education scheduled a closed session to consider attorney/client privileged information. This meeting was not open to the public and was held electronically.
- Closed session regarding attorney/client privileged material
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The 2019 Bond Committee will meet electronically to review agenda items and minutes from the previous meeting, take public commentary, and discuss two 2019 Bond projects: air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, and Community schools (Part 2), and the Tappan abatement. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with written public comments accepted up to three hours before the start.
- 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning and Lighting Upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan and Community - Part 2
- 2019 Bond: Tappan Abatement
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting in a closed session, permitted under the Michigan Open Meetings Act, to discuss attorney/client privileged material. The meeting is not open to the public and includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Closed session under OMA 15.268 Sec. 8(h) for attorney/client privileged material
- Meeting held electronically on March 16, 2021 at 6:00 PM
- Board voted to hold closed session at open session on March 10, 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on March 10, 2021, discussing the Superintendent's Spring Update on hybrid instruction, special education, and health, plus a January budget report. They also reviewed first briefings on the annual E-Rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure and roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary. The board approved the agenda, minutes, and motions to hold closed sessions on March 16 and 23 for attorney-client privilege.
- Superintendent's Spring Update: elementary enrollment, hybrid instruction, special education, health, food/transportation/building readiness, Rec & Ed preview
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2021
- Annex AN-2026: Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for Network Infrastructure Contracts
- Annex AN-2025: Roof Replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary
- Motion to hold closed sessions on March 16 and 23, 2021 for attorney/client privilege
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to review the minutes from February 3, 2021, and discuss several financial items. These include the annual E-Rate reimbursement application for network infrastructure contracts, roof replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary, and the monthly budget monitoring report for January 2021. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start of the meeting.
- Annual E-Rate Reimbursement Application for Network Infrastructure Contracts
- Roof Replacements at Huron High School and Bryant Elementary
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for January 2021
- Public commentary includes a request for carbon neutrality by 2030
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met virtually on February 24, 2021, to reconfirm the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and to approve major construction contracts. The board approved air conditioning and lighting upgrade contracts for Burns Park, Angell, Community High, and Tappan Middle Schools, totaling over $33 million from the 2019 Bond Program. They also approved a contract for Scarlett Middle School and heard briefings on future projects.
- Approved $3,331,480 in contracts for Burns Park & Angell (AN-2020)
- Approved $8,995,448 in contracts for Community High School (AN-2021)
- Approved $20,652,748 in contracts for Tappan Middle School (AN-2022)
- Approved $3,028,618 in contracts for Scarlett Middle School (AN-2023)
- Reconfirmed the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The 2019 Bond Committee is meeting electronically to review air conditioning and lighting upgrade projects at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, and Community schools, as well as a second phase at Scarlett and architectural/engineering services for 2022-2023 projects. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start, with comments submitted by email three hours prior.
- Air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, and Community schools
- Air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Scarlett - Part 2
- Architectural and engineering services for air conditioning and lighting projects 2022-2023
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 17, 2021, where the most consequential action was a motion directing the superintendent to recommend keeping instruction virtual for the rest of the school year, except for students with the greatest needs who would return in person by March 22, 2021. The motion passed 5-2. The board also approved several technology and equipment purchases, including Chromebooks, MacBook Airs, student headsets, and AED machines, funded by bond funds.
- Motion to modify return to learn plan: virtual instruction to end of year, in-person for highest-need students by March 22, 2021 (passed 5-2)
- Approved purchase of 200 Dell Chromebooks and 135 Apple MacBook Airs for $264,300.75 from 2018 Technology Bonds
- Approved purchase of 5,000 AVID student headsets and 250 charging stations for $150,812.50 from 2015 Technology Bond Fund
- Approved five-year contract with Cintas Corporation for 69 Zoll AED 3 machines at $110,955 plus $19,800 for program management
- First briefing on 2019 Bond air conditioning and lighting upgrades at Burns Park, Angell, Tappan, Community, and Scarlett schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on February 10, 2021, discussing the December 2020 budget monitoring report, first briefings on deferred compensation plan restatements, technology purchases (Dell Chromebooks, MacBook Airs, student headsets), and AED replacements. The board also received updates on NAAPID 2021 and the superintendent's report, including benchmark and NWEA results. The meeting included public commentary on the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan and approved the agenda and minutes.
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Report for December 2020 presented by Minnick
- First briefing on Deferred Compensation Plans Restatements (403B/457)
- Annex AN-2017: Technology Purchase - Dell Chromebooks and MacBook Airs
- Annex AN-2018: Technology Purchase - Student Headsets
- Annex AN-2019: AED Replacement Purchase
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee is meeting electronically to review and approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, hear public commentary, and discuss an overview of planning work for the 2020-21 school year. The meeting is open to the public via a live link, with public comments accepted by email.
- Review and approval of agenda and minutes
- Public commentary limited to 30 minutes
- Overview of Planning Work 2020-21
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting electronically to review several financial items, including deferred compensation plan restatements, technology purchases (Dell Chromebooks, MacBook Airs, and student headsets), an AED replacement purchase, monthly budget monitoring reports for December 2020, and a summary of Moody's bond rating methodology changes. The committee will also review minutes from the January 8, 2021 meeting and the agenda. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start of the meeting, with comments submitted by email.
- Deferred Compensation Plans Restatements - 403B/457
- Technology Purchase - Dell Chromebooks and MacBook Airs
- Technology Purchase - Student Headsets
- AED Replacement Purchase
- Monthly Budget Monitoring Reports - December 2020
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting, where newly elected trustees were sworn in and board officers were elected. The board also created a Legislative Advocacy Auxiliary Committee and discussed committee assignments for the coming year. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and public comments were accepted in writing.
- Administered oath of office to trustees Krystle DuPree, Jeff Gaynor, and Ernesto Querijero
- Elected Bryan Johnson as President and Jessica Kelly as Vice President
- Created Legislative Advocacy Auxiliary Committee
- Discussed appointments to Planning, Finance, Performance, and Governance committees
- Public comment on Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan welcomed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review several items, including a parking event management contract award and air conditioning/lighting upgrades at multiple schools funded by the 2019 bond. The committee will also review minutes from a previous meeting and a monthly monitoring report. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start of the meeting.
- Parking Event Management Contract Award
- 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades at Carpenter, Dicken, Lakewood & Mitchell
- 2019 Bond: Air Conditioning & Lighting Upgrades at Scarlett Middle School Part 1
- November Monthly Monitoring Report
- Review minutes from December 2, 2020 Finance Committee meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Board of Education scheduled a closed session for January 7, 2021. The session was designated to consider attorney/client privileged material exempt from public disclosure.
- Closed session regarding attorney/client privileged material
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2012- 2025
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education postponed its scheduled retreat on January 6, 2021, citing the violence at the U.S. Capitol. The agenda also includes administering the oath of office to Trustees DuPree and Querijero for four-year terms, plus procedural items like roll call and public commentary.
- Postponement of Board Retreat due to Capitol violence
- Oath of office for Trustees DuPree and Querijero (2021-2025)
- Roll call and introduction of non-voting member
- Public commentary sign-ups and clarification
- Retreat items: review board goals, self-evaluation, affirmation of boardsmanship