- MI
- Oakland County
- 1/27/25
- 01/27/2025
- 37 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable decision during its January 27, 2025 meeting, the Oak Park School Board approved an unprecedented overnight field trip for the Oak Park High School Marching Band to participate in the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans. This trip, scheduled from February 27 to March 4, 2025, will also include auditions at Jackson State University, marking an opportunity for cultural enrichment, performance skill enhancement, and potential scholarship acquisition for the students involved.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 1/27/25
- 01/28/2025
- 116 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Ferndale School Board meeting on January 27th, 2025, was marked by discussions about the district’s bond proposal, strategic planning, and enhancements in school meal programs. The board approved a bond proposal resolution for the May 6 ballot, aiming to fund improvements at the Ferndale middle and high school campus, including creating modern learning spaces and separating middle and high school facilities. The meeting also addressed strategic plans involving community and stakeholder engagement and updates to the school meal programs, emphasizing student feedback.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 1/22/25
- 01/22/2025
- 33 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Hazel Park School Board meeting was marked by discussion over the board’s decision to engage legal counsel without full transparency and the failure to enter a closed session due to a divided vote.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 1/14/25
- 01/14/2025
- 132 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Southfield School Board meeting focused on pressing staffing challenges within the district, alongside discussions on community engagement initiatives, particularly at Thompson K-8 Academy and the Center for Early Childhood Education. The meeting also addressed a update on the district’s copier refresh project and recognized contributions during School Board Recognition Month.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 1/13/25
- 01/13/2025
- 83 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Oak Park School Board’s recent meeting was marked by a debate over the formation of two new committees—Personnel and Finance. The meeting also featured public participation highlighting upcoming infrastructure projects and educational opportunities, as well as the approval of various board positions and a grant for a vegan meal program.
