- MI
- Oakland County
- 9/22/25
- 09/22/2025
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Hazel Park School Board meeting, discussions included enhancements to the Hazel Park Promise Zone Scholarship and concerns about financial oversight and management within the district. The scholarship program updates, presented by Fernando Monje, executive director of the Hazel Park Promise Zone, drew attention for their potential impact on college access for students. Public commentary also highlighted financial management issues, advocating for careful budgeting and spending practices, particularly in the realm of special education.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 9/15/25
- 09/15/2025
- 190 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hazel Park School Board meeting was dominated by discussions on financial management strategies aimed at addressing ongoing fiscal challenges within the district. Central to this effort was a report from a financial expert recommending a shift to zero-based budgeting and the modernization of financial systems. The board also deliberated on strategic planning, staffing needs, and the allocation of grants to enhance educational programs.
- MI
- Berrien County
- 9/9/25
- 09/10/2025
- 73 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Benton Harbor Area School Board recently held a meeting where a tentative collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Benton Harbor Education Association was approved. Additionally, discussions centered around the “Invest in Michigan Kids” proposal, teacher union involvement in educational programs, and significant board initiatives aimed at improving district governance and student outcomes.
- MI
- Oakland County
- 9/9/25
- 09/09/2025
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southfield School Board meeting focused on issues such as transportation challenges due to bus driver shortages, legislative updates, staffing vacancies, and sustainable initiatives within the district.
- MI
- Wayne County
- 9/9/25
- 09/10/2025
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Plymouth-Canton Community School Board meeting, public comments underscored concerns about student safety and leadership at Bentley Elementary School, with calls for policy changes to protect both immigrant and special needs students. Issues surrounding immigration policies, staff morale, and the safety of students with disabilities were brought to the forefront, prompting community members to demand action from the board.
