2025 BOE Agendas
Board Agenda - December 8th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, December 8th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:32 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of November 11, 2025.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:36 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Technology Department Recognition
B. Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year - Sarah Kresnack
C. Future Facilities Planning Presentation
6:45 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to approve the administration to develop ballot language for the May 2026 bond proposal for the board to consider in January.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve contract agreement with the Kentwood Public Schools Kentwood Education Association (KEA). Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to approve the updated board of education policies. This is the second reading. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to purchase the Trustmark Life with Long Term Care from SETSEG for 240 eligible employees at a cost of $500 per employee per year. Total annual cost is $125,000. Funding is from the General Fund. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the attached financial management policies. This is the first reading. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to approve a contract to Van Dyken Mechanical, Inc. for replacement of the lower heating coil at the Aquatics Center, in an amount not to exceed $39,165. Funding is from the FY 26 General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
G. Recommendation to adopt the resolution to delegate authority to the Executive Director of Finance & Business Operations to represent the district for the 2026 Refunding Bonds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
H. Recommendation to appoint the Executive Director of Finance & Business Operations to purchase two lots associated with the district’s residential construction program in an amount not to exceed $115,000 per lot, plus closing and transactional costs. Funding is from the FY 26 General Fund. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
I. Recommendation to award a contract to River City Mechanical for the Filter First district-wide fixture replacement installation project in an amount not to exceed $607,850. Funding is from the FY 26 General Fund to be fully reimbursed by the state’s Filter First grant funds. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
J. Recommendation to approve the purchase of two new 14-passenger Thomas Minotour Multi-Function School Activity Buses from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc. at a total cost not to exceed $195,000. Funding is from the FY 26 General Fund. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
K. Recommendation to adopt the attached resolution authorizing the collection of summer taxes. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
L. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for November 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of three student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Roll Call Vote:
VII. OPEN SESSION
(Motion by____, supported by ____, to approve superintendent evaluation rating of ___________.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
B. Motion to take action on student A reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student A.)
C. Motion to take action on student B reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student B.)
D. Motion to take action on student C reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student C.)
VIII. 7:40P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
IX. 7:45 P.M. DISCUSSION ITEMS
X. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - November 10th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, November 10th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:32 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of October 13th, 2025.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:36 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. GMB Award
B. Recognition of Veteran’s Day
6:45 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to approve the updated board of education policies. This is the first reading. Ref #1.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the purchase of 120 laptops from Sehi at a cost of $74,827.20. Funding for this project will come from FY 26 General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to fund Crossroads Alternative High School partnership with Kent ISD and community organizations for career readiness programs. Funding will be provided by Kent ISD grant funds and FY 26 General Funds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve the attached new hire list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for October 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:21 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
(Motion by ____, supported by ___, to go into closed session for the purpose of superintendent evaluation).
Roll Call Vote:
7:40 P.M.
VII. OPEN SESSION
A. Action item for rating the superintendent.
(Motion by____, supported by ____, to approve superintendent evaluation rating of ___________.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
Motion to move into closed session pursuant to Section 8(h) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act, MCL 15.268(h), to discuss attorney-client privileged communication with legal counsel.
Roll Call Vote:
VII. 7:20P.M.
OPEN SESSION
VIII. 7:40 P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
IX. 7:45 P.M. DISCUSSION ITEMS
X. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - October 13th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, October 13th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:32 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of September 8th, 2025, and the Board of Education Retreat on Monday, September 22nd, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:36 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Finance Committee Report - Annual Financial Audit
6:45 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to adopt the Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Delegating the Sale of the 2026 Refunding Bonds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to recognize the sale of the Residential Construction house located at 2889 Wildflower Ln, Kentwood, MI at a contract price of $490,500. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to award a contract to Wolf Kubota for repair of the District skid steer in an amount not-to-exceed $31,578.52. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to adopt a three-year contract with Gallup for the purchase of the Q12 Employee Engagement Survey. Funding is from the general fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for September 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of 4 student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Roll Call Vote:
OPEN SESSION
(Motion by____, supported by ____, to approve superintendent evaluation rating of ___________.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
B. Motion to take action on student A reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student A.)
C. Motion to take action on student B reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student B.)
D. Motion to take action on student C reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student C.)
E. Motion to take action on student D reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student D.)
VIII. 7:40P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
IX. 7:45 P.M. DISCUSSION ITEMS
X. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Work Session Agenda - September 22nd, 2025
KENTWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
NOTICE OF WORK SESSION
Board of Education
| Date: Monday, September 22nd, 2025 |
| Time: 1:00 P.M. Board Meeting |
| Place: Stonewater Country Club 7177 Kalamazoo Ave SE Suite A |
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
III. SUSPEND REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR BOARD RETREAT (Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
IV. Board Retreat Presentation
V. BOARD DISCUSSION
VI. ADJOURNMENT (Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - September 8th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, September 8th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:32 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of August 11th, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:36 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. State and Federal Budget Update
B. Enhancement Millage - November Election
6:45 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to approve parent representatives to serve on the Kent ISD Parent Advisors for Special Education (PASE). Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve Shanell Haigh as the Interim Special Education Supervisor. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to purchase materials and training to pilot Project Lead the Way STEM curriculum resources in the amount of $45,000. Funding is from the General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to appoint _________ as delegate and ________ as alternate to vote on behalf of the Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education at the MASB Delegate Assembly on October 23rd, 2025.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the employment of the attached list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for August 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of 4 student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Roll Call Vote:
OPEN SESSION
(Motion by____, supported by ____, to approve superintendent evaluation rating of ___________.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
B. Take action on student A reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student A.)
C. Take action on student B reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student B.)
D. Take action on student C reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student C.)
E. Take action on student D reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student D.)
VIII. 7:40P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
IX. 7:45 P.M. DISCUSSION ITEMS
X. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - August 11th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, August 11th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item IV.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:53 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of July 14th, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:55 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
7:00 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Redistricting Steering Committee
B. Appointment of Erin Anderson as Principal of East Kentwood Freshman Campus
C. Appointment of Sheree Harmon as Interim Director of Special Education
7:10 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to approve the hire Dr. Mulonge Kalumbula as the Assistant Principal of East Kentwood Freshman Campus. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the hire Sarah O’Connell as the principal of Glenwood Elementary. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to approve Dr. Brian Gamm as the Principal of Townline Elementary School. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve the hire of Veola McFerrin-Nelson as the Special Education Supervisor. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the hire of Chad Nielson as Assistant Principal at East Kentwood High School. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to approve the 2025–2026 Alternate Agreement between Kentwood Public Schools (KPS) and Gerald Dawkins Academy (GDA), granting KPS full legal and financial responsibility for the operation of School Nutrition Programs at Gerald Dawkins Academy. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
G. Recommendation to approve the renewal of a Cooperative Ice Hockey Program for the 2025-2027 seasons, with East Kentwood High School serving as the primary school, in partnership with Hopkins High School and West Michigan Aviation Academy. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
H. Recommendation to approve the purchase of over 25 replacement copiers and print management solutions at East Kentwood High School from Applied Innovation, in accordance with pricing secured through the MITN cooperative purchasing network, at a total equipment cost of $141,455.69. Funded by the 2021 Bond. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
I. Recommendation to award contracts totaling $202,135 for the installation of a temporary chiller system at the Kentwood Ice Arena for the 2025–2026 school year. This includes equipment rental, chemical removal, piping modifications, glycol fill, and electrical work. Funded by the General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
J. Recommendation to approve the Board of Education approve the East Kentwood High School Course Book. This is the second reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
K. Recommendation to approve a contract with Goalbook Digital Toolkit. Funding is from the Special Education General Fund. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
L. Recommendation to approve the purchase of 50 Lenovo laptops from CDWG at a cost not to exceed $64,800.00. Funding for this project will come from General funds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
M. Recommendation to approve the employment of the attached list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
N. To approve the disbursement summary for July 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of 4 student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
VI. 7:40P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:45 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - July 14th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, July 14th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:33 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of June 23rd, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:35 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:40 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Hamilton Elementary and ECC Ribbon Cutting
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to submit payment to Schoolinks post secondary planning software for grades 6-12 access in the amount of $48,745.60. This cost will be reimbursed in full by Kent Intermediate School District. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the Board of Education approve the East Kentwood High School Course Book. This is the first reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to approve the attached board policies. This is the second reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve the employment of the attached list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. To approve the disbursement summary for June 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
VI. 7:20P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:25 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. MASB Conference October 23rd-26th in Traverse City, registration begins July 15th
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - June 23rd, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:33 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of June 9th, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:35 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:40 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Kim Addis - Student Services Supervisor
B. Reece Emeott - State Champion Recognition
C. Strategic Plan Update
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to authorize the executive director of finance and business operations and/or district central office executive team to employ the following professional services and/or contract agreements for the 2025-2026 school year. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the attached board policies. This is the first reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to submit payment to College Board in the amount of $86,200 to cover the AP examination fee costs for the 24-25 school year. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
VI. 7:20P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:25 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Special Meeting Agenda
NOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF KENTWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS, KENTWOOD, MICHIGAN;
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, May 12th, 2025
PLACE OF MEETING: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE
TIME OF MEETING: 6:15 P.M.
TELEPHONE NUMBER OF PRINCIPAL OFFICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION: (616) 455-4400
BOARD MINUTES ARE LOCATED AT THE PRINCIPAL OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION :
| 5820 Eastern Avenue SE |
| Kentwood, MI 49508 |
Mimi Madden President of Board of Education |
Date Posted: 5/7/2025
In the event you have a disability which requires special accommodation including the provision of auxiliary aids or services, please advise the Administration Offices. The advance notice of a special need will enable us to better accommodate you.
Ako ste henkikepirani ili trebate specijaine uslove da bi ucestvovali u aktivnosti, ili ado govorite jezik razicit od Engleskog i trebate prevodica/prevodilacki servis, molimo vas kontaktirajte the Administration Offices.
Si alguna persona está incapacita y necesita ayuda especial para participar en una actividad, o si habla un idioma que no sea inglés y necesita intérprete o servicios de traducción, favor de llamar a Administration Offices.
Board Agenda - April 21st, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, April 21st, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:33 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of March 10th, 2025
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:37 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Student Recognition - Fidele Byiringiro
B. Le Tran & Matthew Vriesman - student exhibit announcement and invitation
C. Addition of a Special Meeting on May 12th, 2025
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to purchase new computers for school cafeteria in the amount of $63,659.08 through CDW-G & Sehi Computer Products, Inc. Funding is from the 2024/25 CNS excess funds balance. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to enter into a three-year agreement with Corewell Health to provide athletic training services for Kentwood student-athletes. Funding is from the FY 26 General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to approve the resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of series III of the 2021 bond issue. This resolution authorizes the series III sale, not to exceed $30 million, to fund projects already approved in the 2021 bond. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to purchase new carpet for Pinewood Middle School, to be bought through Bentley Mills and installed by Johnson Carpets for the total amount of $285,085.69. Funding is from the Building and Site Sinking Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to purchase classroom furniture for Pinewood Middle School in the amount of $225,374.30 from Custer Furniture. Funding is from the 2021 Bond Issue. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for March 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
G. Recommendation to approve the ESTA board policy as presented. This is the second reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
H. Recommendation to approve the The Title IX policies as presented. This is the first reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
I. Recommendation to vote for Andrea Haidle, who is running unopposed for a three year term (2025-2028), to the KIASB Board of Directors. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of strategy and negotiation sessions connected with the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement if either party requests a closed hearing in accordance with Policy 0160, and PA 267 of 1976, section 0167.2 8(c).
OPEN SESSION
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into open session.)
7:10 P.M.
BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:15 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. MASB Conference October 23rd-26th in Traverse City, registration begins July 15th
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - March 10th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, March 10th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:32 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: from the board meeting of February 10th, 2025.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:37 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Dean of Hamilton Elementary
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to purchase Phase 2 of the furniture for Hamilton Elementary and Townline ECC from Custer Furniture for $228,946.59, Interphase Interiors for $75,836.10, VS America for $74,000, Lakeshore Learning for $55,974.85 and Smart Business Source in the amount of $ 55,256.00. Funding is from the 2021 Bond Issue. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4, Ref #5, Ref #6
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to purchase four (4) Combi Ovens for a total of $174,717.99 through HPS to EKFC, EKHS, Valleywood, and Discovery as equipment upgrades. This project will be funded through the 2024/25 CNS excess funds balance. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4, Ref #5
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to purchase the collection of library books for the library at Hamilton Elementary School opening in August of 2025 for $106,830.44 Funding is from the FY 25 General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for February 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the employment of the attached list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to approve the ESTA board policy as presented. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of 3 student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Roll Call Vote:
OPEN SESSION
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into open session.)
B. Take action on student A reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student A.)
C. Take action on student B reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student B.)
D. Take action on student C reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student C.)
E. Take action on student D reinstatement.
(Motion by _________, supported by ________, to _(approve / deny)_ the reinstatement of Student D.)
7:10P.M.
VI. BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:15 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Agenda - February 10th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, February 10th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:33 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: from the board meeting of January 13, 2025 and the work session on January 27th, 2025.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:34 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:37 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Black History Month Recognition
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to purchase furniture from Smart Business Solutions in the amount of $100,241.00 and Custer Furniture in the amount of $230,263.70 for Hamilton Elementary. Funding is from the 2021 Bond Issue. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the petitions to strike personal property taxes for 2019 and prior years for the City of Grand Rapids in the amount of $722.09, Township of Gaines in the amount of $1,244.13, and the City of Kentwood in the amount of $22,205.93. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to approve bids as recommended by Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. (OAK) in the amount of $30,787,220 to construct the new Multipurpose Facility. Funding is from the 2021 Bond Issue. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve bids as recommended by Fritz Wahlfield Construction (FWC) in the amount of $4,185,386 to renovate Crestwood Middle School. Funding is from the 2021 Bond. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to contract Hendrik Associates to replace the boiler at Endeavor Elementary in the amount of $373,180.00. Funding is from the Building and Site Sinking Fund. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
F. Recommendation to purchase collaboration furniture for $31,946.42 and STEM classroom furniture for $55,609.06 from Custer Inc for Pinewood Middle School. Funding is from 2021 Bond funds. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
G. Recommendation to approve a contract with MOSS to provide and install a public address system at a cost of $453,611.41. Funding for this project will come from 2021 Bond and 2025 Building and Site Sinking Funds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
H. Recommendation to approve the agreement with Digital Age Technologies (DAT) to provide new classroom technology equipment and installation services at a cost of $782,553.00. Funding for this project will come from 2021 Bond and 2025 Building and Site Sinking Funds. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
I. Recommendation to approve the contract with MOSS to provide audio-visual equipment and installation services at a cost not to exceed $285,404.23. Funding for this project will come from 2021 Bond and 2025 Building and Site Sinking Funds.Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
J. Recommendation to adopt the resolution for schools of choice for the to opt out of Section 105 – State Schools of Choice Program. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
K. Recommendation to adopt the resolution to opt out to Section 105c – State Schools of Choice Program. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
L. Recommendation to adopt the resolution to opt in the Kent ISD Collaborative Schools of Choice Program. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
M. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for January 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:05 P.M.
VI. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion by ____, supported by ____, to go into closed session for the purpose of 4 student reinstatements (in accordance with Policy 0160 and PA 267 of 1976, section 8.b.) Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3, Ref #4
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:10 P.M.
VI. BOARD COMMUNICATION
VII. 7:45 P.M. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Board Work Session Agenda - January 27th, 2025
Kentwood Public Schools
NOTICE OF WORK SESSION
Board of Education
Date: Monday, January 27th, 2025
Time: 12:00 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Stonewater Country Club
7177 Kalamazoo Ave SE Suite A
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
III. SUSPEND REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR BOARD RETREAT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
IV. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to adopt the resolution calling for an election on May 6th, 2025. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the amended 2024-2025 budget for the General Fund. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
V. BOARD DISCUSSION
VI. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
Work Session Agenda - January 27th, 2025
Board Agenda - January 13th, 2025
Regular Board Agenda
Board of Education
Date: Monday, January 13th, 2025
Time: 6:30 P.M. Board Meeting
Place: Kentwood Administration Building
5820 Eastern Ave SE, Kentwood MI
Mimi Madden, President
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item III.
AGENDA
6:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER—PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Oath of Office - Mimi Madden, Allen Young, Tanya Powell-May, Marlon Brown
6:33 P.M.
I. Election of Officers for 2025
A. Office of President
Motion by __________ to elect _________ as President. Seconded by _____________.
B. Office of Vice President
Motion by _____________ to elect____________ as Vice President. Seconded by ______________.
C. Office of Secretary
Motion by _______________ to elect ______________ as Secretary. Seconded by ________________.
D. Office of Treasurer
Motion by ____________ to elect ___________ as Treasurer.
Seconded by ___________.
6:40 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: from the board meeting of December 9th, 2024.
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
6:42 P.M.
III. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
6:45 P.M.
IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Redistricting Presentation
B. Red & Black Gala - February 27th
6:50 P.M.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Recommendation to approve the maps and policies for the purposes of redistricting elementary buildings as presented. These changes will take effect beginning the 2025-26 school year. Ref #1, Ref #2
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
B. Recommendation to approve the purchase of STEM pilot furniture for Bowen and Explorer Elementary. Ref #1, Ref #2, Ref #3
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
C. Recommendation to adopt the attached board policies. This is the second reading. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
D. Recommendation to approve the employment of the attached list. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
E. Recommendation to approve the disbursement summary for December 2024. Ref #1
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)
7:20 P.M.
VI. BOARD COMMUNICATION
7:25 P.M.
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
(Motion by ____, supported by ____, to approve the above.)