Vice President Eliza Davis called the Executive Session to order at 5:00 pm. 

The Marysville School District Board of Directors met in an Executive Session on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm. The purpose of this meeting is, in accordance with (RCW 42.30.110), to consider the minimum offering price at which real estate will be offered for sale or lease. 

At 5:45 pm, Vice President Davis announced that the Board will need to extend the session to 5:55 pm.  

No action was taken during or following the Executive Session.

Vice President Davis returned and adjourned the session at 5:53 p.m.

Student Board Rep. Emily Rice led the flag salute.

Superintendent Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh read the land acknowledgment.

Vice President Davis requested a motion on the agenda as presented. 

Director Craig Hereth moved to approve the agenda as presented. Director Mark Tomas seconded. 

The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion. Motion passed.

Superintendent Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh gave the Oath of Office to the following new Student Representative to the School Board: 

Louise Topaum - Legacy High School

Vice President Eliza Davis requested a motion on the minutes.

Before Principal Keri Lindsay began her report. Dr. Rumbaugh wanted to remind the Board that the school district's school reporting has shifted from the School Improvement Plan process to the Annual Action Planning process, which focuses on Goals and Strategies. 

Keri Lindsey, Principal of Getchell High School, presented a report to the school board about the school's Annual Action Planning. She started by celebrating the 2025-26 school year's improved test scores in Math and Reading. She also celebrated the school's Banner School Status, for which Getchell was named the National Banner Unified Champion School for creating an inclusive school environment. She went on to discuss Teamwork for 26-27, Annual Action Planning for ELA, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, PBIS, and their future Promise for this school year. Afterward, she answered questions from the Board

Principal Lindsay introduced the Marysville Scholar recipient, Cameron Leary. He was recognized for his achievements and his involvement in his school community. Afterward, Superintendent Rumbuagh and the School Board invited the student and his family to take a picture.

Dr. Nick Perigo, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, presented the following Informational Report and answered questions from the Board:

PSE Informational Report - Tentative Agreements to Collective Bargaining Agreement for PSE

Supporting Document - Tentative Agreements to Collective Bargaining Agreement for PSE

The report will move to the Consent Agenda at the next Regular Session meeting.

Superintendent, Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh, presented the following Informational Report and answered questions from the Board:

Informational Report - Community Advisory Committees

The report will move to the Consent Agenda at the next Regular Session meeting.

Dr. Crosby Carpenter, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, presented the following slide presentation and Informational Report and answered questions from the Board:

Slide Presentation

Informational Report - 2026 Summer School Update

Action Request Report - Tentative Agreements to Collective Bargaining Agreement for SEIU 10- month

Supporting Document - Tentative Agreements for SEIU 10-month. Supporting Document - Salary Schedule

Action Request Report - Professional Development Waiver Resolution 

Resolution No. 2027-03,180-Day Waiver for District-Wide Professional Learning

Action Request Report - Professional Services Agency Agreement 2026-2027: Overlake Medical Center & Clinics

Vice President Eliza Davis asked if anyone had a public comment on the Consent agenda. 

There were no public comments. 

Vice President Eliza Davis requested a motion on the consent agenda as presented.

Director Craig Hereth moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Director Mark Tomas seconded. 

The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion. Motion passed

Superintendent, Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh, presented the following Action Request Report and answered questions from the Board about this new reporting plan:

Action Request Report - Annual Action Plans (SIP) 

School Improvement Plan: Board Summary - 2026-2027 School Year.

Vice President Eliza Davis requested a motion.

Director Craig Hereth moved to approve the School Improvement Plans for the 2026-2027 school year as presented. Director Mark Tomas seconded. 

The board VOTED unanimously to approve the motion. Motion passed

Lisa Cook - Marysville SD Parent of two 10th Street students who previously attended Kellogg-Marsh last year - Addressed the Board regarding her frustration and concerns about a teacher who taught her students last year and is currently teaching other students who are receiving IEP services. She would like the Board to take action. 

Board Goals:

The Board discussed the current Board Goals and whether they still align with the Board's goals for the 2026-2027 school year, or whether any adjustments are needed.

Superintendent Eval:

The Board discussed the parameters for the superintendent's evaluation, since Washington state law requires boards to evaluate superintendents on all eight standards. The Board discussed evaluating on all 8, with an emphasis on 3 Standards. The 3 standards are:

3-Effective Learning Environment 

5-Professional Capacity of School Personnel

6-Meaningful Engagement of Families and Community

The Board also discussed the preference for quarterly reports from the Superintendent.

Student Board Rep. Louise Topaum presented a report to the Board on what is happening at Marysville Legacy High School.

The School Board discussed the various Marysville School District and Marysville community activities they attended or participated in since the last board meeting.

Vice President Eliza Davis made a motion to adjourn the meeting. 

Director Mark Tomas seconded the motion.