Board President DeShayes led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Board President DeShayes read the following statement, We acknowledge we are gathered upon the ancestral lands of the Seattle area's Federally Recognized Indian Tribe, the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, who historically lived throughout the areas between the Cascade Mountains and the Puget Sounds, what is also known as the Salish Sea.

The Board of Directors shared the following good news of the district:

• The honey made by FFA students is delicious. Thank you for sharing this with the board.
• Conversations are being held with the Black Diamond museum in hopes of making arrangements for all third graders in the district to tour the town of Franklin.
• It's an exciting week in the district with back to school events happening such as Hornet Days, Days of Thunder and Timberwolf Days.

Superintendent Dr. Shaun Carey shared the following in the Superintendent's Report:  

• The Theory of Action, Mission and Five Commitments are shared as a reminder of what the district strives for every day.  This is is the district's "why" and what is expected of principals and staff to embrace each day in the work that they do with students.
• The "Back to School Hub" on the district's website is a great place for people to find out all thing related to the start of school including online registration. 
• Today was Hornet Day at the high school with a lot of excited students in attendance. The middles schools will be holding Timberwolf Day and Days of Thunder this week.  Monday, August 25 is meet your teacher day at the elementary schools.  
• An all staff district day is scheduled for Thursday, August 21, with a light breakfast provided and then time together with a guest speaker.  
• A staff development workshop by Thinking Classrooms was held at EHS with many teachers in attendance. Vertical boards were used as a teaching strategy that encourages active, collaborative learning. 
• Leadership Advance was held last week with building administrators and cabinet members together. It was a beneficial time reconnecting with each other and discussing this year's theme and it's alignment with the work being done in the district.
• A special education launch was held last week with training for all special education teachers. This was an interactive day for all involved and a great learning opportunity.
• Certificated orientation day is scheduled for Wednesday, August 20, for new certificated staff.
• For the second part of district day, the elementary staff will have additional training and another guest speaker.
• Dr. Carey attended an event at Green River College honoring Muckleshoot Tribal Elder Virginia Cross. She was the recipient of the D. R. Hanford Leadership Award and recognized for her impactful work in the community and beyond.  
• Information was shared by Director of Communications Jessica McCartney concerning the impact of the early registration campaign for kindergarten student enrollment along with current kindergarten student enrollment. Dr. Carey stated this is another example of the district connecting with the community and getting them engaged early.
• The Report to the Community has been mailed to the community. It has information concerning student data, district happenings, and also details concerning the levy funding and the upcoming replacement levy. 

Director of Business Kyle Fletcher shared with the Board of Directors slight changes made from the preliminary budget that was presented to them at the August 4, 2025 meeting.  Mr. Fletcher stated that the district budgeting supports the district's five commitments.  The five budget funds in the district budget are the general fund, the capital projects fund, the debt service fund, the associated student body fund and the transportation vehicle fund. 

Adjustments to the general fund included a funding increase from Safety Net that was not included in the preliminary budget. Revenues and expenditures show minor adjustments proposed by the Puget Sound ESD and also includes the interfund transfer to the Capital Fund that was approved at the August 4, 2025 meeting. 

Mr. Fletcher shared details on how the EP&O funds are used for operational needs in the district. He also reviewed details concerning the Capital Projects Fund, the Debt Service Fund, the ASB Fund, and the Transportation Fund. The draft four-year budget summary was shared.  The MSOC disclosure is a separate attachment that is part of the board packet and will be submitted to the state to show that the funds provided by the state have been utilized for Materials, Supplies and Operating Costs. 

Director Stouffer asked a clarifying question concerning state forest funds.  There were no additional questions. Director Fisher complimented the staff for being responsible with the public's money and putting together a balanced budget.  Superintendent Dr. Carey stated that purposeful decisions have been made for the district to stay in a positive, financial position.  

Board President DeShayes asked attendees if they would like to address the Board of Directors concerning the budget presentation.  There was no one in attendance requesting to address the Board of Directors concerning the budget presentation.  She made a second and third request to the audience with no one coming forward with questions or comments.

The first reading of policy #2020-Course Design, Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials and policy #2021-Library Information and Technology Programs were shared ahead of time with the Board of Directors.

Director of Business Kyle Fletcher submitted the Financial Report to the Board of Directors in advance of the meeting. The Board of Directors had no questions or comments. 

Board President DeShayes asked Dr. Carey if there was a need for an Executive Session. Dr. Carey replied that there was a need for an Executive Session. Board President DeShayes adjourned the regular meeting at 7:06 p.m. for thirty minutes to discuss a public employee.  

Board President DeShayes called the regular meeting back in to session at 7:36 p.m. There were no additional comments.