- MI
- Washtenaw County
- 6/25/25
- 255 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Ann Arbor School Board meeting, tensions flared as community members and board officials grappled with issues, including the controversial termination of Emma Hamstra, a teacher at Community High School. The meeting also addressed staffing challenges at Burns Park Elementary, emphasizing the district’s ongoing struggle to manage classroom sizes and teacher resources effectively.
- MI
- Washtenaw County
- 5/21/25
- 314 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Ann Arbor School Board meeting, community members voiced strong concerns over the design of new school facilities, particularly emphasizing the need for dedicated performance spaces in the face of current plans that rely on temporary platforms. This outcry was part of a broader discourse addressing community engagement in school planning and the district’s alignment with educational and social needs.
- MI
- Washtenaw County
- 5/7/25
- 269 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Ann Arbor School Board meeting was dominated by concerns over the suspension of a popular teacher, Alexander Constantellos, and the broader implications for staffing and equity in the district. The meeting also addressed budgetary concerns, career and technical education programs, and the celebration of heritage months, reflecting ongoing community engagement and systemic challenges.
- MI
- Washtenaw County
- 4/23/25
- 264 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting, the Ann Arbor School Board focused on addressing disparities in student suspensions and advancing a significant solar energy initiative. Concerns about the disproportionate suspension rates among students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Black students, and those who are economically disadvantaged were prominent. Additionally, the board discussed the installation of solar panels across several district facilities.
- MI
- Washtenaw County
- 4/14/25
- 04/14/2025
- 94 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Ypsilanti Community School Board recently addressed budgetary revisions, approving a $4.67 million increase attributed to sinking fund projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure and technology. This meeting also brought to light concerns in special education, with public comments emphasizing the need for improved inclusion and specialized training.
