President Gonzalez Timmons led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Director Biehl moved to amend the agenda by moving Item V‑B (Discipline Review) to Section III, immediately following the Hawkins and High School TSA Presentation, to allow principals to attend the Senior Awards Night on time. The motion carried.

There were no public comments. 

There were no student board member comments due to the students arriving late. 

High School and Hawkins TSA students delivered an impressive presentation highlighting their accomplishments and experiences in the Technology Student Association. Students proudly shared examples of their work in areas such as robotics, fashion design, and community fundraising, demonstrating creativity, dedication, and initiative. They spoke about how TSA has strengthened their public speaking, teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving skills. The Board commended the students for their achievements and the positive representation of their schools.

Building principals, assistant principals, and Director of Systems and Supports Cris Turner presented the District Discipline Review to the Board. The presentation included an overview of districtwide discipline data, including suspension rates and office discipline referrals, as well as building‑level trends, goals, and progress monitoring. Admin highlighted strategies being implemented to improve student behavior, address areas of concern, and support positive school climates, and outlined next steps for continued improvement.

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.

NMEA MOU was approved as presented. 

2025-2026 Budget Status was approved as presented. 

Policy 6050 Financial Management was approved as presented. 

Authority to Employ Non-Supervisory Certificated staff resolution 12-G-26 was approved as presented. 

Transportation Director, Maurine Simons, provided a comprehensive presentation highlighting current operations and future initiatives. Maurine shared information on fleet size, staffing, and the rigorous inspection process that ensures student safety. Highlights included the “Fill the Bus” community outreach effort, ongoing recruitment and training of drivers, and updates on ridership and funding. The presentation also addressed budget status, major cost drivers such as fuel and McKinney‑Vento/Foster care transportation, and outlined revenue sources and expenditures. Additionally, she showcased new technology enhancements, including GPS tracking, digital communication tools, and student ridership systems, aimed at improving safety, efficiency, and communication with families.

Superintendent Dr. Kristine Michael recognized High School senior student board member, Sophia Mairs for her service to the Board and presented her with a gift in appreciation of her contributions. Dr. Michael also shared the district’s outstanding results from the recent Washington State Patrol transportation inspections, noting the district received a Letter of Achievement in recognition of meeting strict safety standards for multiple consecutive years. Additionally, Dr. Michael presented the Superintendent’s 2026–2027 Budget Guidelines, highlighting the financial impact of the recent double levy failure and the need to temporarily adjust the district’s fund balance policy from 8–10% to 4–6% for the 2026–2027 school year, with a goal of rebuilding fund balance in future years.

There was no legislative report. 

There was no WIAA report.

Director Youngberg moved to approve Resolution 10-G-26 Discontinuation of HomeLink and James A. Taylor night school as presented. Motion carried. 

Resolution 14-G-26 Delegating Authority to WIAA was approved as presented and Director Biehl volunteered to be the WIAA representative for the 26-27 school year. 

Director Youngberg moved to approve Resolution 16-G-26 Signature Authority as presented. Motion carried. 

There were no monitoring reports. 

Director Youngberg moved to approve Policy ER-4 Budget Planning as presented. Motion carried.

There were no new recommendations to change the updated Policy ER-11 District Calendar. Director Krotzer moved to approve the suggested changes made at the April 13th Study Session. Motion Carried. 

The Board conducted a first reading of the proposed revisions to Policy E‑4 (School Engagement). No questions or suggested changes were raised. The policy will be brought back to the June 22 meeting for a second reading and possible action.

The Board also reviewed proposed revisions to Policy E‑6 (Educational Equity). Due to the length and scope of the policy, discussion will continue at the June 8 study session.

There were no announcements or comments from the public. 

Several Board Members offered comments for the Good of Order.

Director Gonzalez Timmons 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 June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm at the NMSD Administration Office Boardroom. The board will be holding a study session on June 8, 2026 at 6 pm at the NMSD Administration Office Boardroom. 

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Nicole Gonzalez Timmons, Board of Directors President

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Dr. Kristine Michael, Secretary to the Board 

Minutes approved at meeting on __________________