Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Ryan Harkrader’s organization
Jun 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Shepherd School District Committee Of The Whole Meeting
The committee discussed several financial and operational matters, including the monthly bills, financial statements, and the presentation of the 2026/2027 budget. The agenda also covered a curriculum presentation on fine arts, discussions regarding the Facilities Director position, technology purchases, communication plan improvements, and administrator pay scales. Additionally, the committee addressed setting aside funds for capital projects, an overnight trip request, and held a discussion on bonds.
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Shepherd Public Schools Board Of Education Regular Board Meeting
The meeting included building updates from school principals, presentations on student projects from the Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society competition, and an overview of the new STEM program and NASA project participation. The Board approved several action items, including accounts payable, the GIRESD general fund operating budget, a school bond loan fund payment, and a budget amendment for the fiscal year. Additional actions included the hiring of new staff members, approval of a retirement, authorization for a service agreement, parking lot maintenance, the creation of two new instructional coach positions, and an equipment purchase for the kitchen. Furthermore, the board authorized travel for sports teams and received reports from the Superintendent, Director of Business Services, and the Administrative Assistant.
May 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Shepherd Public Schools Committee Of The Whole Minutes
The committee discussed several financial matters, including monthly bills, the school bond loan fund repayment, and the upcoming budget amendment for the fiscal year. A positive review of food service compliance was presented along with plans for equipment purchases. Facilities management updates were provided regarding summer custodial schedules and seal coating bids. The board reviewed a proposal for a district-wide behavioral program, upcoming new teacher hires, and school index data. Additionally, discussions were held regarding the district's communication plan, facility equipment needs, and a potential bond proposal. Finally, the board explored options for a board workshop to develop a long-term communication strategy and approved moving the location of a future meeting.
Apr 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Shepherd Public Schools Board of Education Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting included presentations on top 10 student achievements, a German exchange trip, and various building updates. Action items approved involved accounts payable, the resignation of an interim principal, the purchase of Chromebooks and teacher laptops, gym floor refinishing, and the procurement of an online credit recovery platform. Furthermore, the board approved numerous administrator and director contract renewals, issued supplemental contracts for additional administrative duties, established a bond survey subcommittee, extended the superintendent's contract, and authorized several overnight and extended day field trips. Additionally, updates were provided regarding school budget preparations and upcoming school of choice enrollment procedures.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
