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Madison Metropolitan School District, WI

Madison Metropolitan School District   WI average (US Census ACS)
Population276,718
Per-capita income$48,807
Median home value$348,000

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Thu Jul 23, 2026

Public Hearing relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

Public hearing to gather input on renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming Lindbergh Elementary School. The hearing includes procedures for both written statements (submitted online July 10–13) and oral statements (up to 3 minutes each). No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is solely for gathering public feedback.

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2 Thursday, July 16, 2026 Public Hearing relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Betsy Abramson, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 7:00 p.m. 1 Call to Order Subject 1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Public Hearing relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School Category 1 Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2 Public Input/Public Hearing Subject 1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Public Hearing relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School Category 2 Public Input/Public Hearing Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/lindbergh-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2 Written Statements S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 23, 2026

Public Hearing relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

Board holds public hearing on renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

The Madison Metropolitan School District Board will hold a virtual public hearing on July 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to collect community input on renaming Elvehjem Elementary School. Residents may submit written statements online from noon on July 10 to 3 p.m. on July 13, and can register to speak up to three minutes each during the meeting. The board will summarize all statements and retain them in the official record for future consideration.

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2 Thursday, July 16, 2026 Public Hearing relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Dan Collins, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Public Hearing relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School Category 1. Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Input/Public Hearing Subject 2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Public Hearing relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School Category 2. Public Input/Public Hearing Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/elvehjem-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Written Statement [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Jul 24, 2026

Board of Education Retreat

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2 Friday, July 24, 2026 Board of Education Retreat AGENDA .... Madison Metropolitan School District Madison, WI .... Joe Gothard, Ed. D., Superintendent .... Location: Virtual via Zoom .... 9:00 a.m. ... 1. Call to Order/Opening Comments Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order followed by opening comments Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Category 1. Call to Order/Opening Comments Type Action File Attachments 2. Approval of Minutes Subject 2.1 Motion to approve minutes dated June 25, 2026 Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Category 2. Approval of Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action I move to approve the minutes from the Board of Education Retreat dated June 25, 2026. File Attachments 3. Scope of the Year Subject 3.1 Work Group Scopes and Sequences Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Category 3. Scope of the Year Type Discussion, Presentation File Attachments Subject 3.2 Building for the Future Forum Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Category 3. Scope of the Year Type Discussion, Information File Attachments Subject 3.3 Retreat Dates Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Category 3. Scope of the Year Type Discussion, Information File Attachments Subject 3.4 Other Key Dates Meeting Jul 24, 2026 - Board of Education Retreat Cate [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Reuniones recientes

Wed Jul 22, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School

Committee will finalize the list of name options for the public hearing.

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee for Renaming Chavez Elementary School will approve minutes from July 15, 2026, discuss the ongoing scoring of name proposals, and finalize the list of options to be presented at a public hearing. The meeting also includes procedures for public written and oral input. No final renaming decision is made at this session.

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2 Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Yanette Figueroa Cole, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 22, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School Category 1. Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Input Subject 2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 22, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School Category 2. Public Input Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/elvehjem-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Writte [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School

Committee continues scoring potential names to replace Chavez Elementary

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review scores for Batch #1 (names 1-35) and continue scoring Batch #2 of potential new names for Chavez Elementary School. The meeting also includes public input via written statements and oral registrations, and approval of minutes from July 1, 2026. No final decision is scheduled; this is a discussion and scoring session.

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2 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Yanette Figueroa Cole, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 15, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School Category 1. Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Input Subject 2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 15, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School Category 2. Public Input Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/elvehjem-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Writte [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

Committee reviews scoring, finalizes list for Lindbergh Elementary renaming hearing

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee for Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School will review scoring of potential names and finalize a list to be presented at a public hearing. Public input is accepted through written statements and oral registrations. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from July 1, 2026.

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2 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Betsy Abramson, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 9:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 15, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School Category 1. Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Input Subject 2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 15, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School Category 2. Public Input Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/lindbergh-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Wri [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

Committee to finalize renaming options for Elvehjem Elementary

The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review scoring criteria and finalize a list of potential names for renaming Elvehjem Elementary School. The list will be presented at a public hearing. The committee will also hear public input and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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2 Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School ... AGENDA ..... Madison Metropolitan School District ..... Joe Gothard, Ph.D., Superintendent ... Dan Collins, Chairperson .... Virtual meeting via Zoom 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School Category 1. Call to Order Type Action, Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Input Subject 2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School Category 2. Public Input Type Procedural   WRITTEN REGISTRATIONS: Written registration submissions are open from noon on Fridays to 3 p.m. on Mondays These statements are uploaded to the paperless BOE system called  BoardDocs  for the meeting on that date These statements are summarized and read aloud by the chairperson presiding over the meeting on that date Please go to the following link to submit a written statement:  https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education/elvehjem-elementary-school-naming-process These records are kept on file with the meeting agenda as a permanent record and are summarized in the meeting minutes   Thank you for your participation. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Written Stat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

El comité revisa el primer grupo de posibles nombres para Lindbergh Elementary

El Comité Ad Hoc de Ciudadanos continúa su trabajo sobre el cambio de nombre de Lindbergh Elementary School. Revisarán el primer grupo de 26 nombres propuestos comparándolos con los expedientes de los candidatos y los comentarios públicos; posteriormente, el presidente ejecutará purgas de nivel inferior según la Política de la Junta 6700. El comité también recibe aportes del público y aprueba las actas de la reunión anterior.

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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Chavez Elementary School

El comité comienza a renombrar Chavez Elementary y revisa propuestas

Esta es la primera reunión del Comité Ad Hoc de Ciudadanos para renombrar la escuela Chavez Elementary School. El comité recibirá una orientación, revisará los criterios de la Política de la Junta 6700 y examinará las propuestas iniciales de cambio de nombre enviadas a través del sitio web del distrito. El presidente asignará el primer lote de 35 nombres propuestos para su revisión.

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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

El comité revisa los primeros 28 nombres propuestos para el cambio de nombre de Elvehjem Elementary

El Comité Ad Hoc de Ciudadanos relativo al Cambio de Nombre de la Escuela Elvehjem Elementary revisará el primer grupo de 28 nombres propuestos comparándolos con expedientes informativos y comentarios públicos. El presidente también ejecutará purgas de nivel bajo según la Política de la Junta 6700 y recordará a los miembros las asignaciones de los grupos restantes (nombres 29–55). No se esperan decisiones finales en esta reunión.

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Thu Jun 25, 2026

Board of Education Retreat

La Junta discutirá la revisión del Plan de Educación del Comportamiento y la planificación futura

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison llevará a cabo un retiro para discutir varios temas, incluyendo una revisión del Plan de Educación del Comportamiento que abarca la historia, los comentarios de las partes interesadas y el análisis de datos. También discutirán el sueño colaborativo, las asignaciones de comités, la construcción para el futuro y el alcance/secuencia del grupo de trabajo de operaciones. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 22 de mayo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves retreat minutes and announces 2026-27 committee assignments

The board approved the minutes from its May 22, 2026 retreat and announced committee assignments for the 2026-27 school year. These assignments determine which members oversee district operations, policy, and state advocacy, directly shaping how district decisions are made. Members also reviewed the Behavior Education Plan and discussed proposed revisions to progressive discipline policies. No additional votes or policy changes were recorded.

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MINUTES Board of Education Retreat - June 25, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: MSCR West - MYArts Center, 1055 E Mifflin Street, Studio 1C   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro,  Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              Nichelle Nichols    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      None    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Cindy Green, Carlettra Stanford, Edell Fiedler, Lili Hangartner, Beth Vaade, Stella Roher, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary     1. Call to Order/Opening Remarks   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order followed by opening remarks   Savion Castro called the meeting to order at 9:37 a.m.    2. Approval of Minutes   2.1 Motion to approve minutes dated May 22, 2026   It was moved by Savion Castro and seconded by Blair Mosner Feltham to approve the minutes from the Board Retreat dated May 22, 20226. Motion carried 5-0, with Nichelle Nichols and Maia Pearson absent.    3. Collaborative Dreaming   3.1 Information/Discussion Item   Presenter: Beth Vaade - Research, Assessment, and Innovation    Opening Remarks: Excited about this. We went over this at th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 24, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

El comité discute el cambio de nombre de Lindbergh Elementary School

El Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee revisará las propuestas iniciales de nombres y los comentarios públicos recopilados. El comité tiene programado calibrar la puntuación basada en la información de investigación y asignar lotes de nombres para su revisión.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

El comité revisa las propuestas y los comentarios públicos sobre el cambio de nombre de Elvehjem Elementary

El Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee revisará las propuestas iniciales de nombres y los comentarios públicos recopilados, calibrará los criterios de puntuación junto con la investigación y asignará lotes de nombres propuestos para una revisión posterior. El comité también aprobará las actas de su reunión anterior y escuchará la opinión del público.

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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting

La junta escolar de Madison votará sobre el presupuesto preliminar de $989 millones

La junta votará la adopción del presupuesto preliminar 2026-2027 de $989,102,432, que incluye un impuesto predial de $519,246,430. También considerará la aprobación final de las políticas que regulan los dispositivos de comunicación inalámbrica en las escuelas, tras la opinión pública que apoya firmemente una política de dispositivos fuera todo el día. Se presentarán informes sobre el referéndum de instalaciones, compensación y Rutas Seguras hacia la Escuela.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves new wireless device policies for the district

The Board of Education approved two new policies regarding the possession and use of wireless communication devices in schools. These policies are effective immediately.

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MINUTES Board of Education Regular Meeting - June 22, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Auditorium   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Lily Shapiro   STAFF PRESENT:                   Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Edell Fiedler, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Nancy Molfenter, Scott Chehak, Sedric Morris Sr., Chelsey Tubbs, Jorge Covarrubias, Chet Bembenek, Kate Link, Mary Jankovich, Cindy Green, Jen Schoepke, Carlettra Stanford, Mary Roth, Anu Ebbe, Angie Hicks,                                                      Josh Perkins, Jay Affeldt, Petra Walech, Tim Peterson, Rachel Carabell, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Savion Castro called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School

El comité comienza la revisión de las propuestas para renombrar Lindbergh Elementary

El Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee on Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School se reúne para lanzar el marco de renombre, revisar los criterios de la Política de la Junta 6700 y examinar las propuestas iniciales y los comentarios recopilados. También asignarán el primer lote de 20 nombres propuestos para su revisión. Se está aceptando la opinión pública a través de declaraciones escritas y registros orales.

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee relative to Renaming Elvehjem Elementary School

El Comité comienza la revisión de las propuestas para renombrar la Escuela Primaria Elvehjem

El Comité Ad Hoc de Ciudadanos lleva a cabo su segunda reunión para discutir el proceso de cambio de nombre de la Escuela Primaria Elvehjem. Revisarán los criterios de la Política 6700 de la Junta, examinarán las propuestas iniciales de nombres y los comentarios públicos recopilados, y asignarán el primer grupo de 20 nombres para una revisión detallada. La reunión incluye oportunidades de participación pública mediante declaraciones escritas y registros orales.

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Mon Jun 15, 2026

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

La Junta discutirá las políticas de dispositivos inalámbricos para estudiantes en un taller abierto

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison llevará a cabo una reunión especial con una sesión cerrada para discutir la estrategia de negociación colectiva y litigios, seguida de un taller abierto. En la sesión abierta, la junta discutirá las cuartas lecturas de dos políticas que regulan la posesión y el uso de dispositivos de comunicación inalámbrica por parte de los estudiantes en las escuelas.

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✓ Decidido: Board discusses wireless device policies for schools

The Board of Education held a workshop to discuss two fourth-read policies regarding wireless communication devices in schools. The session focused on updates to the policies, including an ADA statement and a positive behavior matrix, with members discussing implementation strategies and enforcement.

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  Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session followed by Open Session WORKSHOP (Monday, June 15, 2026) Generated by Jessie Gagan on Monday, July 6, 2026 1. Call to Order Action: 1.1 Chair calls meeting to order   2. Considering negotiations strategy regarding collective bargaining base wages for all MMSD Bargaining Units, pursuant to Wis. Stat. Secs. 19.85(1)(e)   Action: 2.1 Closed Item   3. Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, pursuant to Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.85(1)(g)   Action: 3.1 Closed Item   4. Motion to go into Open Session   Action: 4.1 Motion to go into open session It was moved by Savion Castro and seconded bybmf to move to open session at 7:05pm motion carried 7-0 lily - aye   5. Policy 4403: Possession of a Wireless Communication Device - Fourth Read   Discussion, Information: 5.1 Discussion/Information Item Opening Remarks: sc- recording TJ- recording Presenter: TJ Board Member Questions/Comments: nvm- thank you for includeing looks good   6. Policy 4404: Wireless Communication Devices in Schools - Fourth Read   Discussion, Information: 6.1 Discussion/Information Item Opening Remarks: Presenter: TJ, Petra - two major changes, we talkedabout an ada st [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Operations Work Group

Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones para discutir el presupuesto preliminar de 2026-2027

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison discutirá el presupuesto preliminar de 2026-2027, una revisión de compensaciones, el plan estratégico de Rutas Seguras para la Escuela (Safe Routes to School), una actualización del referéndum de instalaciones y la Provision de Elegibilidad Comunitaria de Alimentación y Nutrición. El presupuesto se propone para su acción en la reunión ordinaria del consejo del 22 de junio. Se presentaron 17 comentarios públicos escritos, 15 de los cuales instaban a la recalibración del presupuesto hacia el apoyo a los maestros sobre la tecnología educativa.

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✓ Decidido: Operations Work Group reviews educator salary compression adjustments

The work group discussed a proposal to address salary compression for educators, which would result in a base salary increase of just under $4 million for the 2026-2027 budget. Staff stated the upcoming June budget will be balanced by re-estimating revenues and reducing expenditures to cover this cost. The group also received an update on the Safe Routes to School strategic plan.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - June 8, 2026 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      None   STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Carlettra Stanford, Becky Kundert, Bob Soldner, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Cindy Green, Nancy Molfenter, Deb Hoffman, Jay Affeldt, Sedric Morris Sr., Sonia Spencer, Vanessa Cruz, Josh Perkins, Dan Bush, Keona Jones, Jessie Gagan -- Recording                                                Secretary   OTHERS PRESENT:               Sonia Haekel - Toole Design, Colleen Hayes - City of Madison - Traffic; Sean Koval - Bike Federation   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Ali Muldrow called the mee [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Instruction Work Group

Tercera lectura de dos políticas sobre dispositivos de comunicación inalámbrica

El Instruction Work Group llevará a cabo una tercera lectura de la Política 4403 (Possession of a Wireless Communication Device) y de la nueva Política 4404 (Wireless Communication Devices in Schools). Planean proponer puntos de acción para la reunión regular de la junta del 22 de junio. La participación pública incluyó 32 declaraciones escritas, de las cuales 29 apoyan una prohibición de teléfonos celulares de timbre a timbre para K-12 y 3 apoyan una prohibición excepto durante el almuerzo.

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Fri May 22, 2026

Board of Education Retreat

La Junta discute la política de teléfonos celulares para estudiantes en segunda lectura

La Junta de Educación llevará a cabo un retiro para discutir la segunda lectura de una política de teléfonos celulares, participar en la definición de una visión colaborativa, discutir planes futuros de construcción ('Building for the Future') y revisar el calendario de la junta 2026-2027. También entrarán en sesión cerrada para considerar datos de empleo, ascenso, compensación o evaluación de desempeño de empleados públicos.

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Mon May 18, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting

Audiencia pública sobre el protocolo propuesto de desempate de GPA bajo la Ley 95

La junta llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un protocolo propuesto de desempate de GPA bajo la Ley 95. También discutirán el presupuesto preliminar 2026-2027, considerarán las primeras lecturas de nuevas políticas sobre teléfonos celulares y recibirán actualizaciones sobre instalaciones y sostenibilidad. No hay votos formales programados; la reunión incluye reconocimientos y comentarios del público.

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✓ Decidido: The Board of Education approved the April 27 meeting minutes and several consent agenda items.

The Board approved the previous meeting's minutes and a series of consent agenda requests. A motion to suspend the rules failed to pass. The board also received reports from the Instruction and Operations work groups.

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MINUTES Board of Education Regular Meeting - May 18, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Auditorium   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Edell Fiedler, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Becky Kundert, Deb Hoffman, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Nancy Molfenter, Chet Bembenek, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Carlettra Stanford, Jorge Alva, Rachel                                                    Carabell, Mary Jankovich, Jennifer Waldner, Sedric Morris Sr., Jon Zulawski, Jay Affeldt, Langston Evans, Leia Esser, Petra Walech, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   President Savion Castro called th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

Sesión cerrada para discutir los salarios base de la negociación colectiva para las unidades de MMSD

Esta es una sesión cerrada especial de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison. La junta considerará una moción para entrar en sesión cerrada bajo el estatuto estatal para discutir la estrategia de negociaciones con respecto a los salarios base de la negociación colectiva para todas las unidades de negociación de MMSD. No hay decisiones ni votaciones públicas programadas; la reunión es únicamente para discusiones confidenciales.

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Mon May 11, 2026

Operations Work Group

Discusión de los proyectos prioritarios y el presupuesto propuesto para 2026-2027

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones discutirá el presupuesto propuesto para los proyectos prioritarios de 2026-2027, junto con actualizaciones sobre referéndums de instalaciones, iniciativas de sostenibilidad y la Disposición de Elegibilidad Comunitaria del USDA. Se presentó una declaración escrita en oposición a los recortes del desayuno de segunda oportunidad y del personal de servicio de alimentos en La Follette High School. El grupo también votará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

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✓ Decidido: Operations Work Group approves April 13 meeting minutes

The Board of Education Operations Work Group approved the minutes from its April 13, 2026, meeting. The group also received a facilities referendum update regarding the design and accessibility of new school builds, including Sennett, Cherokee Heights, and Toki/Orchard Ridge.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - May 11, 2026 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li, Lily Shapiro    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, Scott Chehak, Josh Perkins, Chelsey Tubbs, Bryanna Krekeler, Bob Soldner, Chet Bembenek, Mary Roth, Deb Hoffman, Nancy Molfenter, Jennifer Trendel, Mankah Mitchell, Jay Affeldt, Angie Hicks, Daniel Bush, Edell Fiedler, Becky Kundert, Anu Ebbe, Jessie Gagan–                                            Recording Secretary    Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Ali Muldrow called the meeting to order at 5:11 p.m.   2. Public Input   2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Statements   2.2 Written Statements [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Instruction Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción analiza las políticas de dispositivos inalámbricos

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción se reúne para analizar actualizaciones sobre el desarrollo profesional y el Plan Excellence Together. El grupo también revisará la Política 4403 relativa a los dispositivos de comunicación inalámbrica y realizará una primera lectura de la nueva Política 4404.

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✓ Decidido: Instruction Work Group approves April 6 meeting minutes

The Instruction Work Group approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026, meeting. The session included a presentation regarding professional development impacts and cross-school visits.

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MINUTES Board of Education Instruction Work Group Meeting - May 4, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building, 545 W. Dayton Street, Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Lachele Fisher, Carlettra Stanford, Bri Monahan, Chelsey Tubbs, Becky Kundert, Bob Soldner, Deb Hoffman, Keona Jones, Nancy Molfenter, Jay Affeldt, Jennifer Trendel, Mankah Mitchell, Sedric Morris Sr., Mary Jankovich, Petra Walech, Angie Hicks, Lili                                              Hangartner,  Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Nichelle Nichols called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.   2. Public Input   2.1 Guidelines for Submitting Written Registration [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

La Junta discute estrategias de negociación salarial para todas las unidades de negociación

La Junta de Educación se reunirá en sesión cerrada para considerar estrategias de negociación sobre los salarios base de negociación colectiva para todas las Unidades de Negociación del MMSD. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas de sesión cerrada anteriores de enero, febrero y marzo de 2026.

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Mon Apr 27, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting

La Junta decidirá sobre los aumentos de las primas del seguro médico de los empleados

La Junta de Educación considerará opciones para aumentar las primas del seguro médico de los empleados y la introducción de un Plan de Salud de Deducible Alto. La reunión también incluye la toma de posesión de nuevos miembros de la junta y la elección de funcionarios.

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Mon Apr 20, 2026

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

Programadas lecturas de políticas y revisión de límites de MGT

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison llevará a cabo una reunión especial para discutir actualizaciones de los límites de asistencia y revisar las políticas propuestas de bienestar y administración de medicamentos. La sesión concluirá con una moción para entrar en sesión cerrada para revisar los procedimientos disciplinarios de los estudiantes.

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✓ Decidido: Board discusses attendance boundary review and approves wellness policy updates

The Board held a workshop regarding MGT attendance boundary reviews, including student yield data and enrollment trends. Additionally, the Board conducted a third reading of the updated Wellness Policy.

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MINUTES Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session - WORKSHOP - April 20, 2026 Maia Pearson, Chair Location: Virtual via Zoom   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              Ali Muldrow    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      None   STAFF PRESENT:                  TJ McCray, Mankah Mitch ell, Jennifer Trendel, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Edell Fiedler, Leia Esser, Carlettra Stanford, Vanessa Cruz, Lili Hangartner, Kat Wingier, Petra Walech, Ashley Pletzer, Joe Gothard, Fatima Bendada, Mandy Monson, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary    Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chair calls meeting to order   Nichelle Nichols called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.   2. MGT Attendance Boundary Review Update   2.1 Presentation/Discussion Item   Opening Remarks: nn- reiew agenda Tonight is an exciting night, we have been working on Building for the Future (Recoridng) continue to generate what we believe are considerations for MMSD in the future. Presenters: Cindy Green - Stra [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 13, 2026

Operations Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones discutirá el borrador del presupuesto 2026-2027 y los proyectos prioritarios

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones escuchará presentaciones y discutirá varios temas operativos, pero no tomará acciones finales. Los puntos del orden del día incluyen una actualización sobre el referéndum de instalaciones, una actualización de transporte, una descripción general de la atención médica y los beneficios, y el borrador del presupuesto 2026-2027 con proyectos prioritarios. La reunión comienza con la participación del público (cero declaraciones escritas presentadas) y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved March 9, 2026 Operations Work Group minutes

The Operations Work Group approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting. The motion was moved by Savion Castro, seconded by Nicki Vander Meulen, and carried unanimously with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - April 13, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li   STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Scott Chehak, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Anu Ebbe, Edell Fiedler, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Carlettra Stanford, Nancy Molfenter, Rachel Carabell, Culleen Witthuhn, Deb Hoffman, Mary Jankovich,                                                    Vanessa Cruz, Sedric Morris Sr., Jen Schoepke, Angie Hicks, Jorge Covarrubias, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary    Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Savion Castro called the April 2026 Operations Work Group to order at 5:00 p.m [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Instruction Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción analizará las asociaciones y los programas de verano

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison se reunirá para aprobar actas anteriores, analizar asociaciones estratégicas y revisar los planes de programación de verano. La reunión se llevará a cabo de forma virtual y presencial en el Doyle Administration Building.

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✓ Decidido: Instruction Work Group discusses strategic partnerships and Improve Your Tomorrow

The Instruction Work Group reviewed a presentation on the 'Improve Your Tomorrow' mentoring program currently active at Capital and La Follette high schools. The group also discussed the distinction between contracted services and community partnerships.

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MINUTES Board of Education Instruction Work Group Meeting - April 6, 2026 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building, 545 W. Dayton Street, Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Cindy Green, Carlettra Stanford, Sonia Spencer, Chelsey Tubbs, Jennifer Trendel, Becky Kundert, Jay Affeldt, Lori Lopez, Bob Soldner, Deb Hoffman, Keona Jones, Nancy Molfenter, Edell Fiedler, Mankah Mitchell, Scott Chehak, Mary Jankovich, Langston                                              Evans,  Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   OTHERS PRESENT:                Korbey White - Improve Your Tomorrow, Aaron Broadwater - Improve Your Tomorrow, Caitlin Quillen- UW Engagement and Community Outreach   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )     1. Call to Or [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting - Virtual

La Junta votará sobre $49.9M en facturas provisionales y escuchará actualizaciones presupuestarias

La Junta de Educación del Madison Metropolitan School District llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para considerar una agenda de consentimiento que incluye la aprobación de $49,884,629.23 en facturas provisionales. Se presentarán informes sobre educación especial, tamaños de clase del segundo semestre, una segunda lectura de la política de bienestar y una actualización del referéndum de instalaciones. No surgieron puntos de acción de los grupos de trabajo de marzo.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves library plan and consent agenda items unanimously

The Board of Education approved the MMSD Libraries Long Range Plan for 2026-2029 and unanimously adopted the consent agenda, which included contracts for technology, internet access, and Google Workspace. The meeting also addressed the beginning of renaming processes for Lindbergh and Elvehjem Elementary Schools.

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MINUTES Board of Education Regular Meeting - March 16, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: Virtual via Zoom due to Weather.    MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Edell Fiedler, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Deb Hoffman, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Leia Esser, Nancy Molfenter, Angie Hicks, Chet Bembenek, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Keona                                              Jones, Carlettra Stanford, Anu Ebbe, Jorge Alva, Maegan Heindel, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Board President Nichelle Nichols called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.   1.2 Recitation of Vision and Mission Statements   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026

Operations Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones discutirá el presupuesto, la política de licencia parental y el referéndum de instalaciones

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones discutirá el presupuesto 2026-2027, incluyendo la compensación, las proyecciones de ingresos y la estrategia. También revisarán una segunda lectura de una nueva política de licencia parental, la cual es una acción propuesta para la reunión regular de la junta del 16 de marzo. Además, el grupo recibirá actualizaciones sobre el cuidado de la salud y beneficios, el referéndum de instalaciones, el servicio de alimentos y las proyecciones de personal.

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✓ Decidido: MMSD work group discusses health insurance and benefits options

The Operations Work Group reviewed various healthcare benefit models to address rising insurance costs. Discussions included high-deductible plans, health savings accounts (HSAs), and the potential for district contributions to those accounts.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - March 9, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li   STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Scott Chehak, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Anu Ebbe, Edell Fiedler, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Carlettra Stanford, Nancy Molfenter, Angie Hicks, Rachel Carabell, Culleen Witthuhn, Deb Hoffman, Keona                                                Jones, Mary Jankovich, Leia Esser, Daniel Bush, Josh Perkins, Ben Roovers, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary    OTHERS PRESENT:               Bri Hellenbrand - M3     Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 5, 2026

Board of Education Retreat

La Junta del MMSD discutirá el presupuesto y luego entrará en sesión cerrada para negociaciones de propiedades

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison llevará a cabo un retiro en MSCR West. Discutirán los gastos y los ingresos proyectados como parte de una revisión presupuestaria, y revisarán la alineación del liderazgo operativo. Posteriormente, la junta votará para entrar en sesión cerrada para deliberar sobre la negociación de la compra de propiedades públicas conforme al estatuto de Wisconsin.

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✓ Decidido: Board discusses potential changes to collective bargaining laws

The Board of Education reviewed five key principles regarding upcoming changes to the Wisconsin Municipal Employment Relations Act. Discussions focused on how expanded collective bargaining rights could impact wage negotiations, contract lengths, and union dues.

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MINUTES Board of Education Retreat - March 5, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: MSCR West - 7333 W Towne Way - Art Room    MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro,  Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      None    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Bob Soldner, Cindy Green, Carlettra Stanford, Jennifer Trendel, Edell Fiedler, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary     1. Call to Order/Opening Comments   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order followed by opening comments   Nichelle Nichols called the Board Retreat to order at 9:33 a.m.   2. Approval of Minutes   2.1 Motion to approve minutes dated February 6, 2026   It was moved by Nichelle Nichols and seconded by Maia Pearson to approve the minutes from the Board of Education Retreat dated February 6, 2026. Motion carried 6-0, with Martha Siravo absent.    3. Connection Activity   3.1 Discussion Item   The Board of Education and staff in attendance participated in a connection activity. They went around the room and everyone shared an assignment from school that they remembe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Instruction Work Group

Segunda lectura de la política de bienestar antes de la votación de la junta del 16 de marzo

El Instruction Work Group discutirá una presentación sobre educación especial que incluye experiencias familiares, recibirá el informe de tamaño de clases del segundo semestre y realizará una segunda lectura de la Política 4610 (Wellness Policy) con una acción propuesta para la reunión regular de la junta del 16 de marzo. No se presentaron declaraciones públicas por escrito.

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✓ Decidido: Instruction Work Group met to discuss special education and policy

The Instruction Work Group met to discuss special education strategies and review policy drafts. The group approved minutes from a previous meeting and heard a presentation on special education progress and challenges.

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MINUTES Board of Education Instruction Work Group Meeting - March 2, 2026 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building, 545 W. Dayton Street, Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, Cindy Green, Nancy Molfenter, Ashley Pletzer, Carlettra Stanford, Becky Kundert, Jay Affeldt, Edell Fiedler, Anu Ebbe, Angie Hicks, Deb Hoffman, Bob Soldner, Chelsey Tubbs, Anna Moffit, Leia Esser, Sheba Mays, Becky Peterson, Madeline Slicker, Maddie Kaiser,                                                  Emily Durst, Mark Siegel, Kelly Manske, Sonia Spencer, Petra Walech, Jennifer Trendel, Mankah Mitchell,  Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Chairperson Ali Muldrow called the meeting to or [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting

La junta votará sobre la adopción de un currículo de matemáticas K-8 de $4.99M

La junta considerará aprobar un nuevo currículo de matemáticas K-8 (Imagine Learning: Illustrative) con un costo de $4,992,083.66, y adoptar la Política 4510: Anti-Bullying tras una segunda lectura. También recibirán actualizaciones sobre el presupuesto 2026-2027, un referéndum, y discutirán políticas de segunda lectura sobre responsabilidad del conductor, administración de medicamentos y procedimientos de nomenclatura escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves new anti-bullying policy and K-8 math curriculum

The Board of Education approved a revised anti-bullying policy effective immediately. They also approved the adoption of Illustrative Math as the core instructional resource for K-8 mathematics.

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MINUTES Board of Education Regular Meeting - February 23, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Auditorium   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Edell Fiedler, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Deb Hoffman, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Sedric Morris Sr., Leia Esser, Mary Jankovich, Nancy Molfenter, Petra Walech, Angie Hicks,                                            Quinn Marx, Chet Bembenek, Eric Benedict, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Jen Schoepke, Mandy Monson, Sarah Breon, Keona Jones, Laurel Cornelius, Carlettra Stanford, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   OTHERS PRESENT:               Shana Lewis – Renning, Lewis & Lacy, S.C.   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be fo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

La Junta Escolar llevará a cabo una sesión cerrada sobre propiedad y litigios

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison se reunirá en sesión cerrada el 9 de febrero de 2026. El único punto es una moción para entrar en sesión cerrada para discutir la negociación de la compra de propiedades públicas y consultar con asesores legales sobre la estrategia de litigio. No hay decisiones ni discusiones públicas programadas.

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Mon Feb 9, 2026

Operations Work Group

Resumen del presupuesto y políticas sobre responsabilidad del conductor, medicación y nomenclatura de escuelas

El Grupo de Trabajo de Operaciones de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison discutirá una actualización de los referéndums, revisará el presupuesto 2026-2027 y las proyecciones de ingresos, y realizará segundas lecturas de cuatro políticas: Responsabilidad del Conductor, Administración de Medicamentos y dos políticas sobre la asignación de nombres a edificios o instalaciones escolares. Se acepta la participación del público mediante declaraciones escritas o comparecencias orales de tres minutos.

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✓ Decidido: Operations Work Group reviews 2024 referendum progress

The work group reviewed updates regarding the first phase of the 2024 referendum, focusing on the Sherman/Shabazz and Black Hawk/Gompers sites. Discussion included building features such as lighting, accessibility, art policies, and outdoor spaces.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - February 9, 2026 Savion Castro, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li   STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Scott Chehak, Sonia Spencer, Chelsey Tubbs, Cindy Green, Anu Ebbe, Edell Fiedler, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Carlettra Stanford, Nancy Molfenter, Angie Hicks, Jay Affeldt, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Vanessa                                           Cruz, Kat Wingier, Sarah Breon, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary    OTHERS PRESENT:               Susan Bowersox -OPN, Jay Thompson - Vogel Brothers, Adriana Martins - Vogel Brothers, Dave Chmielewski - Findorff      Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )       [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Feb 6, 2026

Board of Education Retreat

La Junta discutirá los indicadores clave de desempeño y el marco estratégico en el retiro

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison llevará a cabo un retiro para discutir el marco estratégico MMSD Excellence Together, incluyendo los indicadores clave de desempeño (KPIs), el monitoreo del progreso y los siguientes pasos. También revisarán las normas finalizadas de la junta, discutirán posibles prioridades de política para el próximo trimestre y recibirán un informe legislativo de WASB/Dane County Consortium. Después de la sesión pública, la junta votará para entrar en sesión cerrada para la evaluación del desempeño de los empleados.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves December 2025 retreat minutes and discusses updated working norms

The Board of Education approved the minutes from their previous retreat held on December 5, 2025. Members engaged in a discussion regarding proposed updates to board working agreements and norms, focusing on accountability, respect, and student-centered leadership.

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MINUTES Board of Education Retreat - February 6, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W Dayton St) - Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro (arrived at 2pm) Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      None    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Bob Soldner, Cindy Green, Carlettra Stanford, Beth Vaade, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary     1. Call to Order/Opening Comments   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order followed by opening comments   Nichelle Nichols called the meeting to order at 9:25 a.m.   Opening Remarks:  Before we get to we get to the minutes, wanted to reference the agenda for today. We are going to open this morning with a connection actively designed and lead by Board Member Mosner Feltham. We will come back to our norms and working agreements. Will recall at our last retreat that we brought forward a set of working agreements and norms based on a previous draft of those. we also get some spacious time to dive back into our key performance indicator for our MMSD: Excellence Together Plan. In ful [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

Instruction Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción discutirá los materiales de matemáticas de K-8 y la segunda lectura de la política contra el acoso escolar

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción recibirá una presentación y discutirá una recomendación para los materiales básicos de matemáticas de K-8. El grupo también realizará una segunda lectura de la Política 4510 sobre el acoso escolar, que es un elemento de acción propuesto para la reunión regular de la junta de febrero. Además, se presentará una actualización sobre el aprendizaje temprano. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 5 de enero de 2026 y la participación pública (no se presentaron declaraciones escritas).

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✓ Decidido: Instruction Work Group discussed early learning and family engagement

The Instruction Work Group reviewed updates regarding early learning programs, including the 'play and learn' parent education initiative. Discussion focused on kindergarten readiness assessments, student demographics, and how staff interact with families in the community.

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MINUTES Board of Education Instruction Work Group Meeting - February 2, 2026 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building, 545 W. Dayton Street, Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Cindy Green, Culleen Witthuhn, Bob Soldner, Mankah Mitchell, Jay Affeldt, Angie Hicks, Becky Kundert, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Deb Hoffman, Anu Ebbe, Jennifer Trendel, Leia Esser, Petra Walech, Lili Hangartner, Kari Ortega, Scott Zimmerman, Nancy                                                  Molfenter, Andrea Bertone, Kay Hunter, Quinn Marx, Amy Sheridan, Emily Powers, Marta Torres-Mercado, Mai Vang,  Laura Smith, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )       1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Ali Muld [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Regular Board of Education Meeting

La Junta votará sobre la Resolución de Almacenamiento Seguro de Armas de Fuego y reafirmará el apoyo a estudiantes inmigrantes

La Junta votará sobre dos resoluciones: una Resolución de Almacenamiento Seguro de Armas de Fuego y una reafirmación del apoyo a estudiantes y familias inmigrantes, refugiadas y no documentadas. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de facturas provisionales que suman $47,341,469.55. Los comentarios públicos reflejan 36 declaraciones escritas, con 26 en contra de la renovación del contrato de la dirección de Van Hise y 8 a favor de una prohibición de teléfonos celulares de campana a campana.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts safe firearms storage and immigrant support resolutions

The Board of Education adopted a resolution regarding safe firearm storage and reaffirmed its resolution to support immigrant, refugee, and undocumented students. The board also approved the December 15, 2025, meeting minutes.

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MINUTES Board of Education Regular Meeting - January 26, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Auditorium   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Edell Fiedler, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Jay Affeldt, Becky Kundert, Deb Hoffman, Sonia Spencer, Cindy Green, Scott Chehak, Chelsey Tubbs, Sedric Morris Sr., Leia Esser, Mary Jankovich, Nancy Molfenter, Petra Walech, Fatima                                                    Bendada, Natalie Rew, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   OTHERS PRESENT:               Rob Ganschow - WIPFLI   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Nichelle Nichols called the me [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Special Board of Education Meeting in Open Session WORKSHOP

La Junta discute nuevas políticas de responsabilidad del conductor y licencia parental

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison está llevando a cabo un taller especial para discutir varias propuestas de políticas nuevas y revisadas. Los puntos incluyen nuevas políticas sobre Responsabilidad de los Conductores y Licencia Parental, junto con revisiones a las políticas de transferencia, bienestar, contra el acoso escolar, administración de medicamentos y nomenclatura de instalaciones. No hay votos formales programados; esta es únicamente una sesión de discusión y presentación.

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Mon Jan 12, 2026

Operations Work Group

El grupo de trabajo de operaciones votará sobre un acuerdo de matrícula con Middle Cross Plains

El grupo de trabajo de Operaciones del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison votará sobre un Acuerdo de Cooperación Intergubernamental para la matrícula con el Distrito Escolar Área de Middle Cross Plains. El grupo también discutirá una actualización de Recursos Humanos sobre reclutamiento y retención, una actualización de referéndum y dará inicio al presupuesto 2026-2027 con proyecciones de ingresos y estrategia. Dos declaraciones escritas de entrada pública abordaron la compresión salarial para maestros veteranos.

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✓ Decidido: The board approved a tuition agreement with Middle Cross Plains and November minutes

The Operations Work Group unanimously adopted an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for tuition with the Middle Cross Plains Area School District and approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes. Members also reviewed a human resources presentation on teacher recruitment, retention strategies, and accelerated licensing programs but took no further action. The agreement governs cross-district student enrollment fees, while the staffing update outlines district efforts to fill teaching vacancies.

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MINUTES Board of Education Operations Work Group Meeting - January 12, 2026 Nichelle Nichols, Substitute Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building (545 W. Dayton Street) - Auditorium   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols,  Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None    STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li   STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Mankah Mitchell, Bob Soldner, Jennifer Trendel, Scott Chehak, Jorge Covarrubias, Jen Schoepke, Sonia Spencer, Chelsey Tubbs, Cindy Green, Anu Ebbe, Keona Jones, Edell Fiedler, Jay Affeldt, Leia Esser, Mary Jankovich, Jon Zulawski, Becky Kundert,                                                Carlettra Stanford, Nancy Molfenter, Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary    Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Savion Castro called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m.   2. Public Input   2.1 Guidelines for [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

Special Board of Education Meeting in Closed Session

La Junta discutirá los procedimientos disciplinarios de los estudiantes en sesión cerrada

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison se reunirá en sesión cerrada para revisar los procedimientos y decisiones disciplinarias que involucran a estudiantes individuales, incluyendo un asunto de expulsión. La junta también aprobará las actas de sesiones cerradas anteriores celebradas en octubre, noviembre y diciembre de 2025. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto público.

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Instruction Work Group

Grupo de trabajo de la junta escolar de Madison discutirá propuesta de personal de salud mental

El Grupo de Trabajo de Instrucción de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Metropolitano de Madison discutirá una propuesta para la dotación y asignación de personal de servicios estudiantiles como parte de una actualización de salud mental. También revisarán la iniciativa MMSD Excellence Together. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 8 de diciembre de 2025 y los procedimientos de participación pública.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved Dec 8 2025 meeting minutes unanimously

The Instruction Work Group approved the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. The student advisory vote was aye. No other motions or decisions were recorded; the remainder of the meeting was an informational mental‑health update.

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MINUTES Board of Education Instruction Work Group Meeting - December 8, 2025 Ali Muldrow, Chair Location: Doyle Administration Building, 545 W. Dayton Street, Room 103   MEMBERS PRESENT:            Savion Castro, Blair Mosner Feltham, Ali Muldrow, Nichelle Nichols , Maia Pearson, Martha Siravo, Nicki Vander Meulen   MEMBERS ABSENT:              None     STUDENT REP. PRESENT:      Claire Li    STAFF PRESENT:                  Joe Gothard, TJ McCray, Cindy Green, Carlettra Stanford, Tracey Scherr, Bob Soldner, Leia Esser, Scott Chehak, Mankah Mitchell, Jay Affeldt, Keona Jones, Mary Jankovich, Angie Hicks, Becky Kundert, Leah Zepeda Vaughn, Chelsey Tubbs, Deb Hoffman, Anu Ebbe, Nancy                                                      Molfenter, Edell Fiedler, Jennifer Trendel, Sonia Spencer, Sedric Morris Sr., Jessie Gagan–Recording Secretary   Board action in bold and italics (all materials provided via BoardDocs ) (Videos of board meetings can be found here YouTube )   1. Call to Order   1.1 Chairperson calls meeting to order   Ali Muldrow called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.   2. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]