June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Mission Statement:  To develop lifelong learners through high-quality instruction, meaningful engagement, and community collaboration.
 

4. Approve the Agenda, as presented

5. Consent Agenda, as presented

5.A. Approval of the 5/18/26 Meeting Minutes

5.B. Approval of the 5/29/26 Meeting Minutes

5.C. Approval of the May 2026 Check Register

5.D. Resignation - Sarah Armstrong, Girls JV Volleyball Coach

5.E. Resignation - Isabell Bontekoe, 7th Grade Volleyball Coach

5.F. Resignation - Amy Bontekoe, 8th Grade Volleyball Coach

5.G. Resignation - Nate Maury, Coordinator of Athletic Operations & Grounds

5.H. Resignation - Robert Goodwin, Girls MS Basketball Coach

5.I. Recommendation to Hire - Robert Goodwin, Girls JV Basketball Coach, $4719.30

5.J. Resignation - Raina Ryden, Freshmen Volleyball Coach

5.K. Recommendation to Hire - Raina Ryden, Girls JV Volleyball Coach, $3775.44

5.L. Recommendation to Hire - Travis Varney, Coordinator for Athletic Operations & Grounds, $40,000

5.M. Recommendation to Hire - Bryan Budd, Collins 6th Grade Math Teacher, $47,193

5.N. Recommendation to Hire - Caelan Kowalski, Collins Elementary Teacher, $47,193

6. Superintendent Student/Staff Recognition

7. Public Comments
"Speakers are asked to express themselves in a civil manner, with due respect for the dignity and privacy of others who may be affected by your comments.  While it is not our intent to stifle public comment, speakers should be aware that if your statements violate the rights of others under the law of defamation or invasion of privacy, you may be held legally responsible.  If you are unsure of the legal ramifications of what you are about to say, we urge you to consult first with your legal advisor.  Each speaker will be limited to 3 minutes.  Delegations of more than five persons wishing to speak on the same topic shall appoint one person to present their views to the Board.The Board will not respond to any comments or questions that are made during public comment but will ask the Superintendent to respond to anyone who requests a reply on the public comment form."

8. Reports

8.A. Superintendent Report

9. Action Items

9.A. Motion to adopt the following resolution as indicated on the 2026 Tax Rate Request L-4029 Form.
To levy the following ad valorem tax rate for the Houghton Lake Community Schools for the year 2026 on the summer tax roll: 
General Fund Operating NON-PRE = 18.0000 
Debt Millage = 0.3500

9.B. Motion to adopt the following resolution:
To authorize the Houghton Lake Community Schools Board of Education Secretary and President to sign the Summer L-4029 tax rate request for Houghton Lake Community Schools for 2026.

9.C. Motion to approve the employment of Angelia Stern as Principal of Houghton Lake Community Education, $85,225

9.D. Motion to approve Playaway Products quote for audiobooks, $10,874.25 (Title)

9.E. Motion to approve the Rieth-Riley Construction Company quote for the parking lot repaving project, $595,889 (Capital Projects Fund)

9.F. Motion to approve Sergeant's Septic and Excavating quote for site prep for the Houghton Lake Board of Education and Staff Development Room parking lot, $26,300 (Capital Projects Fund)

9.G. Motion to approve Lewis Brothers quote for new Walk-in Freezer, $97,164 (Food Service Fund)

9.H. Motion to approve NWEA renewal quote for the 26-27 school year, $14,300 (General Fund)

9.I. Motion to approve the Trafera quote for Chromebooks, $16,974 (Title)

10. Discussion

10.A. First Reading policies:  0100, 1410, 2370.01, 2417, 2418, 4210, 5136, 6320, 6325, 7540.09, 8402

11. Board Calendar

11.A. July:

• Review Trustee Continuing Education Needs
• Review progress toward district strategic plan goals
• Approve short term loan, if needed (based on cash flow)

11.B. August:

• Review enrollment projections and staffing recommendations
• Review/revise District goals for the upcoming school year
• Summer projects/facilities update

12. Upcoming Student Events

12.A. District:

• June 10, last day for students and staff

12.B. Jr/Sr High:
June 15 - Summer School Starts

12.C. Community Ed:
June 16 - Summer School Starts

12.D. Collins:

• 6/17 BLT Summer Work Session
• Projects at the Playground 10:30am-12:00pm - 6/24, 6/29, 7/1, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22, 7/27, 7/29, 8/3, 8/5
• 8/11 - 8/13 Kinder Camp 
• 8/18 - 8/20 Curriculum Camp 

13. Adjourn