Adan Juarez read the land acknowledgement. 

Whatcom Intergenerational High School acknowledges that we are occupying without permission the ancestral homelands of the Lummi (Lhaq’temish), the Nooksack (Nuxwsa'7aq), the Stillaguamish, the Nuwhaha, and the Coast Salish peoples, who have lived on and cultivated these lands and waterways since time immemorial. 

We also want to recognize especially the fact that our occupation has not come by peaceful means, but rather the forced removal of these peoples through the enactment of documents such as the Treaty of Point Elliot in 1855, which the United States has broken without penalty, and the Dawe’s Act of 1887. During our occupation, we hope to uplift the teachings these nations have shared with us, and to honor the histories they have had to endure because of us. 

As we co-exist in this era, in which we all are facing climate crises, social inequality and injustice, and states threats against treaty rights, we ask you to join us in a moment of reflection on: 

• How we benefit from occupying Indigenous lands
• How we can educate ourselves about the state-sanctioned violence and other struggles that Indigenous peoples face, which we may have the privilege to be unaware of
• How we can integrate this reflection into our everyday consciousness and actions. 

Whatcom Intergenerational High School uses this acknowledgement here as a recognition of our responsibility to continue our learning of treaty histories, contemporary Indigenous experiences, and how we can better align ourselves as an institution of education with the truth. We offer our thanks and utmost respect to these nations, on whose lands we are located.

Adan Juarez read our mission and vision. 

WIHS Mission: WIHS envisions learning designed with students and supported by elders generating deep inquiry skills, thoughtful interactions, and critical consciousness, ensuring every young person can contribute to a more just and sustainable world. 

Vision: WIHS will ensure that Whatcom County high school students-regardless of their life circumstances-develop the competencies and agency for success in college, career, and life.

The following payments as audited and certified by the auditing officer, as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reimbursements claims certified, as required by RCW 42.24.090, are approved for payment. In addition, payroll payments in the amount of $75,339.80 are also approved. 

General Fund Accounts 

Payable Total electronic payments totaling $74,677.09. 

Accounts Payable check number N/A totaling $0.00  

Non-AP Cash Disbursements 

Total electronic payments totaling $11,817.18 

Non-Accounts Payable check #N/A totaling $0.00 

Payroll 

Total electronic payments totaling $75,339.80 and 

Payroll check number N/A totaling $0 

6a - AP Register March 2026.pdf

5 - Payroll Summary March 2026.pdf

6b - Non-AP Cash Disbursements March 2026.pdf

4 - Payroll & AP Certification Mar 2026.pdf

Adan read language for public comment accommodations. No one online or in-person for public comment. 

Special needs: If you require translation services, or if you have special needs because of a disability that makes it difficult for you to participate in the meeting or if you require assistance to participate in the meeting, please contact the WIHS Board at WIHSBoard@intergenerational.school at least 24 hours prior to the board meeting. WIHS will attempt to accommodate your need.

Amy Anderson reviewed the following financial documents:

2 - Balance Sheet March 2026.pdf

1 - Finance Dashboard Mar 2026.pdf

3a - Budget Status Report March 2026.pdf

The board had no questions regarding financial items. 

Chimere Hackney will provide an overview of progress toward goals for:

Culture

• Fish Wars movie screening. 
• Women's Heritage Celebration; panel of women speakers and environmental print. 
• Salmon Release: Whole school participation w/ Lummi community member. 
• Beth elected new union president. 
• Kit's math students running school enhancement student-to-student survey. 
• Upcoming APU Heritage Celebration. 

Academics

• SAT school day is being offered for the first time. 
• Spring MAP testing next week (last one for the year)
• SBA around the corner (testing culture focus, "harvest" spirit week)
• Pass/Fail grades 
• 2026 - 2027 Master Schedule Focus 
• Master Schedule Collab 
• Academic Committee will focus on curriculum adoption purpose and process 
• Admin PD focus STI to  prep for increased STI integration into curriculum (online course and OPSI training) 

Attendance

• School just came back from break; we were anticipating stronger attendance but this was not the case. More action research to come to better understand this trend. 
• Nasreem provided context, last year corrective action plans were put in place to address student attendance. Sheri provided context to the work done with extreme amount of absences. Chimere mentioned how this conversation can be connected to grades. Adan noted that this was the time of year where there were weekly incentives were introduced. 
• Nasreem brought the current cost of gas, questioning if this potentially is having an impact on students. The current price of gas per gallon is about $5.60 - $5.90 in the area. 

Amy Anderson will provide an overview of progress toward goals for 

Enrollment

• FY26-27:
  • 9th Grade: 3 Apps, Open Seats: 35
  • 10th Grade: 1 Apps, Open Seats: 5
  • 11th Grade: 1 Apps, Open Seats: 6
  • 12th Grade: 0 Apps, Open Seats: 0 
• Recruitment and Community Engagement 
  • Social media campaign  
  • Application Inventory Initial Outreach Complete 
    • Cold leads 
    • Boomerangs
    • Summer melt
    • Unconverted applicants
  • Open House - April 30; 4-6 pm 
    • Plant Exchange 
  • Mailer 
  • Student Media Challenge 
  • PTSA Push In

Operations

• HVAC systems to be repaired by early next week. 

Staffing

• Fully staffed. 
• 2 substitutes have been hired. 
• Ratification in process.  

Board Presentation (4).pdf

Reportwell Status, nothing has been late. 

Items that require attention:

Annual F1 Personal Financial Disclosure Statement Attestation

05/01/2026

Adan

Background Checks 

05/15/2026

Amy

Staff Qualifications 

05/15/2026

Amy

Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Training 

05/15/2026

Amy

Complete: 

• Fill out Chimere's Evaluation