January 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Burnham ESD 154.5 School Board Meeting
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A. Call to Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
President Uribe calls this meeting to order.
I would like to call the meeting to order at: We have a quorum present with: |
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B. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
All
Description:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
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C. Questions/Comments from the Public
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
We have come to the item on the agenda for Public Comment. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person. At this time, the Board President will call on those who have requested to make Public Comments. Please understand that the Board will not respond to comments made during Public Comment but may direct the Superintendent to address the matter at a later time. |
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D. Presentation of Agenda Items
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Description:
Mr. Geraci will present the Agenda items.
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E. Adoption of Agenda
Speaker(s):
Board President
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F. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
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G. Financial Report
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
The Secretary read the Treasurer's Report (Cash Balance for each fund) as of December 31, 2025:
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H. Administrator Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
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H.1. Principal Report
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Pozdzal
Description:
This principal presentation explores how moving beyond traditional management practices toward servant leadership strengthens school culture and student success. It highlights the role of trust, relationships, and shared purpose in a K-8 setting, emphasizing how leaders can support teachers, staff, students, and families by listening, empowering others, and leading with empathy. The session focuses on practical strategies for building trust, fostering collaboration, and creating a supportive learning community where everyone feels valued and invested in collective growth.
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H.2. Superintendent Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Description:
The Superintendent’s Report provides the Board with updates on district operations, instructional programs, personnel matters, student achievement, and other significant activities since the previous Board meeting. The report is intended to keep the Board informed of ongoing initiatives, emerging issues, and noteworthy accomplishments across the district. Items presented are informational in nature and do not typically require Board action unless otherwise specified.
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I. Old Business
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Description:
Old Business includes items previously discussed or introduced at earlier Board meetings that require further review, action, or follow-up. This section allows the Board to address unresolved matters, consider updates, and make decisions based on continued discussion or additional information.
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J. New Business
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Description:
New Business includes items being presented to the Board for the first time. This section allows for the introduction of new topics, proposals, or initiatives for discussion, consideration, and possible action.
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K. Closed Session
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Motion to go into Closed Session at _____, pursuant to Section 2 (c) (1) (2) of the Open Meetings Act, for the purposes of consideration of the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees and matters related to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (ACTION REQUESTED after the closed session) *Secretary - please ensure that the closed session is being recorded.
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L. Personnel
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L.1. Maternity Leave (information only)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
To acknowledge maternity leave in accordance with Board policy, applicable law, and our Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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L.2. After School Tutoring
Speaker(s):
Board President
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M. Adjournment (ACTION REQUESTED)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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N. Next Board Meeting: February 19, 2026
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