President Gonzalez Timmons led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Director Krotzer moved to approve the agenda as presented.

Public comments were heard from North Mason High School music teacher Chris Drewry. Mr. Drewry shared updates on the accomplishments of his band students and highlighted several positive activities happening within the NMHS music program. He also invited the community to the upcoming Band Spaghetti Feed on Thursday at the high school from 5:00–8:00 p.m. Tickets are still available; community members may contact the high school for more information.

Student board members commented about events at the High School.

General Fund, Capital Projects and Associated Student Body Program Fund Warrants were approved as presented.

Payroll and Employee Benefits Warrants were approved as presented.

Personnel report was approved as presented.

Donations were approved as presented.

All surplus was approved as presented. 

2026-2027 Updated School Calendar was approved as presented. 

Argument For/Against Committee was approved as presented. 

Belfair Elementary Principal Pam Klusman and Vice Principal Christy Dalby provided a presentation highlighting the school’s ongoing work in family and community engagement. They shared examples from recent activities and events featured in their PowerPoint, including the Fall Festival, Turkey Trot, parenting classes, STEAM Night, and upcoming Family Reading Night on March 5. They also recognized the many partners who support these efforts, such as the Salmon Center, local fish hatchery, district staff, robotics clubs, parents and community volunteers.

Director of Systems and Supports Cris Turner presented on behalf of Principal and CTE Director Travis Quinn, who was unable to attend due to illness. The presentation outlined the district’s plan to restructure James A. Taylor High School, transitioning the program from Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) funding to Basic Education Allocation (BEA) funding beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.

Superintendent Dr. Kristine Michael provided an update on the district’s enrollment forecasts, sharing data prepared by Flo Analytics. The presentation included population trends, housing development data, historical enrollment patterns, transfer rates, and districtwide enrollment projections through 2034–35.

Dr. Michael also presented an update on levy-related budget reductions. She noted that following two unsuccessful EP&O levy attempts, the district is operating without enrichment levy revenue for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2026 and has already made approximately $3 million in reductions at the end of the 2024–25 school year. Additional cuts will be necessary to address the ongoing deficit caused by lower enrollment and the loss of levy funding. The presentation outlined current reductions, areas at risk, and the district’s continued work on restructuring and budget planning.

Director of Curriculum and Instruction Kyle Ehlis presented a comprehensive academic update, joined by building principals who highlighted student growth and the instructional strategies contributing to that progress. The presentation reviewed districtwide academic goals, including progress toward SBA achievement targets, i‑Ready Math stretch growth, and FastBridge aReading aggressive growth.

Superintendent Dr. Kristine Michael presented the budget status update.

Director Youngberg shared an update on current legislation. 

Director Thomas shared an update on WIAA activity. 

Director Youngberg moved to find that the Superintendent's performance complies with the requirements of ER-9. Motion carried.

Director Krotzer moved to find that the Superintendent's performance complies with the requirements of ER-12. Motion carried.

There were no policies to review. 

No announcements or comments were made.

Several Board Members offered comments for the Good of Order.

Director Youngberg processed the board self-assessment of their performance during this meeting and gave an overall score of Satisfactory.

The next regular school board meeting will be held on March 23, 2026 at 6:30 pm and will be held at the NMSD Administration Office Boardroom. There will be a Study Session on March 9, 2026 starting at 6 pm at the NMSD Administration Office Boardroom.