June 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Regular

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Mission Statement:  Providing an exceptional learning community which inspires the whole child through excellent instruction.  Every Student.  Every Classroom.  Every Day.
 

4. Approve the Agenda, as presented

5. Consent Agenda, as presented

5.A. Approval of the 5/19/25 Meeting Minutes

5.B. Approval of the May 2025 Check Register

5.C. Adopt the MHSAA Membership Resolution for the 2025-2026 School Year

5.D. Resignation - Ryan Sersaw, Varsity Head Football Coach and Head Track & Field Coach

5.E. Resignation - Lauren Hissong, Competitive Cheer Coach and Sideline Cheer Coach

5.F. Resignation - Amanda Parks, JV Volleyball Coach

5.G. Resignation - Mariah Beecher, Collins Teacher

5.H. Termination - Phil Rogers, Collins TA

5.I. Retirement - Vikki Connett, PE Teacher Collins Elementary

5.J. Recommendation to Hire - Ryan Kuchek, Jr/Sr High Music Director, $45,378

5.K. Recommendation to Hire - Audrey McGee, Jr/Sr High School Social Worker, $66,437

6. Superintendent Student/Staff Recognition

7. Public Comments
"Speakers are asked to express themselves in a civil manner, with due respect for the dignity and privacy of others who may be affected by your comments.  While it is not our intent to stifle public comment, speakers should be aware that if your statements violate the rights of others under the law of defamation or invasion of privacy, you may be held legally responsible.  If you are unsure of the legal ramifications of what you are about to say, we urge you to consult first with your legal advisor.  Each speaker will be limited to 3 minutes.  Delegations of more than five persons wishing to speak on the same topic shall appoint one person to present their views to the Board.The Board will not respond to any comments or questions that are made during public comment but will ask the Superintendent to respond to anyone who requests a reply on the public comment form."

8. Presentation: 2025 - 2029 Strategic Plan

9. Reports

9.A. Superintendent Report

9.B. Finance Report

9.B.1. Budget Highlights for May 2025

10. Motion to move into Closed Session for the purpose of collective bargaining strategy under the Open Meetings Act Section 8(c).

11. Return to Open Session

12. Motion to approve closed session minutes, as reviewed in closed session.

13. Action Items

13.A. Motion to approve the HLEA  2025 - 2027 tentative Agreement.

13.B. Motion to approve the HLESPA  2025 - 2027 tentative Agreement. 

13.C. Motion to adopt the following resolution as indicated on the 2025 Tax Rate Request L-4029 Form.
To levy the following ad valorem tax rate for the Houghton Lake Community Schools for the year 2025 on the summer tax roll:
General Fund Operating NON-PRE = 17.8036
Debt Millage = 0.5000

13.D. Motion to adopt the following resolution:
To authorize the Houghton Lake Community Schools Board of Education Secretary and President to sign the Summer L-4029 tax rate request for Houghton Lake Community Schools for 2025.

13.E. Motion to approve the 2025-2029 Houghton Lake Community Schools Strategic Plan.

13.F. Motion to approve Open-Up Resources Bookworm ELA curriculum, $49,000.00 (35j Grant)

13.G. Motion to approve Open-Up Resources Bookworm ELA curriculum, $18,673.00 (Title) 

13.H. Motion to approve Runyan Pottery Supply quote for a new kiln, $6435 ($4245 RCCF Grant, balance General Fund)

13.I. Motion to approve Northern Seal Coating estimate for Collins parking lot, $9920 (General Fund)

13.J. Motion to approve Superior Groundcover quote to resurface the Collins playground, $5980 (General Fund)

14. Discussion

14.A. Valedictorian and Salutatorian

14.B. Headlee Hedge

14.C. Confirmed - Leading with Civility Workshop, August 18 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM (Special Meeting before Regular Meeting)

15. Board Calendar

15.A. July:

• Review Trustee Continuing Education Needs
• Review progress toward district strategic plan goals
• Approve short term loan, if needed (based on cash flow)

15.B. August:

• Review enrollment projections and staffing recommendations
• Review/revise District goals for the upcoming school year
• Summer projects/facilities update

16. Upcoming Student Events

16.A. Collins:

• 6/9 Field Day
• 6/11 Half Day - Last Day of School
• 6/23-6/24- Building Leadership Team Teachers as Facilitators Professional Development
• 6/26-8/7 Projects at the Playground

17. Adjourn