Roll Call of present members:
President- Kurt Ziegler
Vice-President- Susan DeLong
Secretary- Elizabeth Munger
Treasurer- Amy Thomas-August
Trustee- Kenneth Gulock
Trustee- Amber Hildebrand
Trustee- Wendy Tobias

This agenda item is the opportunity for the audience to address the Board on any agenda item. The Board will take no action on issues brought before it at this time but may refer such issues to the administration for further study. 

In keeping with Board Policy po0167.3 the following rules apply to audience participation:

To permit fair and orderly public expression, the Board shall provide a period for public participation at public meetings of the Board and publish rules to govern such participation in Board meetings and in Board committee meetings.

The presiding officer of each Board meeting at which public participation is permitted shall administer the rules of the Board for its conduct.
The presiding officer shall be guided by the following rules:

1. Public participation shall be permitted at a time as determined by the presiding officer. 
2. Anyone with concerns related to the operation of the schools or to matters within the authority of the Board may participate during the public portion of a meeting. 
3. Attendees must register their intention to participate in the public portion of the meeting upon their arrival at the meeting. 
4. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and will be requested to preface their comments by an announcement of their name; address; group affiliation, if and when appropriate. 
5. Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to five (5) minutes duration.
6. No participant may speak more than once on the same topic unless all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard. 
7. Participants shall direct all comments to the Board and not to staff or other participants.
8. All statements shall be directed to the presiding officer; no person may address or question Board members individually.

Move to approve the following:

• Minutes Regular Board Meeting May 19, 2025
• Minutes Special Board Meeting May 19, 2025
• May Check Register
• May Investment Log
• May Purchase Card Report
• May SACC Report
• May Food Service Report

Recommendation for approval of the following personnel report:

LSFSS LOCAL 04793 (Lake Shore Federation of Support Staff)
Motion to accept the retirement of:

• Debra Ferreria, Special Education Teacher Assistant, Lake Shore High School, 22 years of service (October 2003 - June 2025).

Motion to accept the resignation of:

• Jenna DeLong, Campus Monitor, Lake Shore High School, effective June 12, 2025 (end of work day).
• Megan Doll, SACC Caregiver, Violet Elementary, effective May 30, 2025.
• Brandie Fish, Lunchroom Monitor, Violet Elementary, effective June 12, 2025 (end of work day).
• Robert Kubiak, Campus Monitor, Kennedy Middle School, effective June 12, 2025 (end of work day).
• Shalie Mathews, Special Education Teacher Assistant, Rodgers Elementary, effective June 12, 2025 (end of work day).
• Cathy Schodowski, Lunchroom Monitor, Violet Elementary, effective June 12, 2025.

Motion to approve the employment of:

• Kayla McLaughlin, Special Education Teacher Assistant, Lake Shore High School, effective May 27, 2025. Class E-1.

Non-Unit
Motion to accept the resignation of:

• Josiah Toma, District Tech, Tech Department, effective June 13, 2025 (end of work day).

Motion to approve the employment of:

• Angela Whateley, Elementary Dean of Students, Masonic Heights Elementary, effective August 11, 2025.
• Rebecca Gaedcke, Elementary Dean of Students, Rodgers Elementary, effective August 11, 2025.
• Rene Foster, Elementary Dean of Student, Violet Elementary, effective August 11, 2025.

ECC/GSRP
Motion to accept the resignation of:

• Catherine Agley, ECC Caregiver, effective end of day June 11, 2025.
• Blerina Kalmeta, GSRP Lead Teacher, effective June 12, 2025 (end of work day).

Move to approve the following revised salary schedules:

• Administrative Salary Grid (ASG) 2023-26

 

Move to recognize the following individual(s) who have acquired tenure, in compliance with the
State of Michigan Teachers’ Tenure Act.

Masonic Heights Elementary
Caroline Courtemanche

Rodgers Elementary
Megan Buckman
Christina Morgan
Erin O’Shee
Nicole Wojcik

Violet Elementary
Laura Gray
Jessica Schornak

Kennedy Middle School
Melissa Clarkson
Ronald Malabed

Lake Shore High School
Kelsey Elkins
Eric Rudko
Mary Stanley
Shayne Trail
                                               

 

 Move to approve the AFSCME Tentative Agreement.

Recommend the Lake Shore Public Schools Board of Education approve the Tentative Agreement with the AFSCME LOCAL 1217.

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the Board of Education negotiating team met with the AFSCME negotiating team and were able to reach a Tentative Agreement. The AFSCME negotiating team presented the Tentative Agreement to their membership for ratification on June 5, 2025.
 

Move to approve the LSFT Tentative Agreement.

Recommend the Lake Shore Public Schools Board of Education approve the Tentative Agreement with the Lake Shore Federation of Teachers, (LSFT) Local 6195

On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, the Board of Education negotiating team met with the LSFT negotiating team and were able to reach a Tentative Agreement. The LSFT negotiating team presented the Tentative Agreement to their membership for ratification on May 27, 2025.

 

The Truth in Taxation Act requires that a notice of Public Hearing be circulated in a newspaper publication in connection with the statutory budgeting process. The hearing must officially be opened and closed.

President Ziegler shall open the Public Hearing to hear any testimony forthcoming from the community regarding the proposed 2025-2026 budget

Based upon the information provided by the Macomb County Department of Equalization, the operating millage rate shall be 18.0000 mills on non-homestead property (maximum allowable) in tax year 2025. The debt rate shall be 7.0000 mills in tax year 2025, which remains the same as 2024.

GENERAL FUND PROPOSED FINAL BUDGET AMENDMENT- 2024/25 -COLUMN 4

Column 4 of the attached document represents the Proposed Final Amendment to the 2024/25 General Fund Budget. Column 2 shows the Approved Original Budget, which projected a net decrease of $197,087. Column 3 includes the First Amendment, with a net decrease of $524,043. In contrast, the Proposed Final Amendment projects a net increase of $337,464, an improvement of $534,551 from the Original Budget and $861,507 from the First Amendment.

This adjustment would bring the projected General Fund Balance to $7,764,920 as of June 30, 2025, representing 15.8% of General Fund Expenditures, an increase from $7,427,456 at the conclusion of 2023/24.

The Proposed Final Amendment includes the following transfers:

• An $80,000 incoming transfer from the Food Service Fund for Indirect Cost Recovery to offset central office costs.
• A $100,000 incoming transfer from the Adult Education Fund to support central office and general operations.
• A $10,671 incoming transfer to close the International Fund following the elimination of the International Program.

Since the February 2025 Amendment, General Fund Revenues have increased by $432,198, while Expenditures have decreased by $429,309.

The highlights of the major General Fund revenue and expenditure changes in the Final Proposed Amendment compared to the February Amendment are as follows:

GENERAL FUND REVENUES

Local Sources- The $304,762 net increase in Local Sources includes the following changes:

• $295k increase in E-Rate revenue, offset by corresponding E-Rate expenditures
• $17k increase in investment earnings
• $28k increase in School Aged Child Care revenues
• $29k net decrease in property tax collections
• $7k decrease in athletics revenues

State Sources- The $228,828 net increase in State Sources is the net result of several factors including the following:
The increase from the February Amendment is primarily due to the MPSERS Cost Reimbursement Section 147, which added $49,829 in revenues, and changes in the Special Education Reimbursement formula, which increased revenues by $187,393.
Additional revenue assumptions were adjusted for the following State sources, and these categories have been offset by corresponding General Fund expenditures:

• $7k increase in 23h Mathematics Teaching and Learning grant
• $4k increase in Benchmark Assessments grant
• $9k decrease in 22l District Transportation Costs
• $12k decrease in Great Start Readiness Program

Federal Sources- The $167,109 decrease in Federal Sources is due to the Filter First reimbursement grant revenue and related expenditures being deferred to the 2025/26 fiscal year.

Interdistrict Sources- The $65,717 increase in Interdistrict Sources is due to a $35,717 increase in revenue and related expenditures for the International Academy of Macomb, along with an additional $30,000 in Act-18 Center Program revenue.

GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES

Basic Program- The net decrease of $181,249 is due to the following:

• $155k net decrease in salary and benefit costs coming in below budget
• $9k net increase in purchased services
• $35k net decrease in supplies and other expenses

Added Needs- The net decrease of $83,821 is due to the following:

• $63k net increase in salary and benefit costs
• $20k net decrease in purchased services

Pupil- The net decrease of $164,648 is a result of salary and benefit costs coming in below budget.

Instructional Staff- The net decrease of $42,683 is due to reduced budgeted costs for purchased services related to software licenses.
 
School Administration- The net decrease of $34,038 is a result of salary and benefit costs coming in below budget.

Fiscal Services- The net decrease of $36,688 is a result of salary and benefit costs coming in below budget.

Operations/Maintenance- The net decrease of $99,180 is due to the following:

• $167k decrease in Filter First grant expenditures
• $11k net increase in salary and benefit costs
• $40k net decrease in purchased services
• $97k net increase in supplies

Transportation- The net decrease of $34,061 is a result of salary and benefit costs coming in below budget.

Central - The net increase of $305,720 is due to the following:

• $295k increase in E-Rate expenditures for Network Switch and UPS upgrades
• $4k increase in salary and benefit costs
• $6k increase in purchased services

Athletics - The net decrease of $41,094 is due to the following:

• $4k increase in salary and benefit costs
• $40k decrease in purchased services
• $5k decrease in supplies and capital outlay

OVERALL SYNOPSIS-GENERAL FUND

The Proposed Final Amendment to the 2024/25 General Fund Budget reflects a strengthened financial position, shifting from a previously projected net decrease to a net increase of $337,464, an improvement of over $800,000 from the First Amendment. This brings the projected fund balance to $7.76 million, or 15.8% of expenditures. The amendment includes increased revenues from local, state, and interdistrict sources, offset by a decrease in federal revenue due to the deferral of the Filter First grant. Expenditures decreased overall, largely due to conservative salary and benefit assumptions, with the exception of central services, which increased due to E-Rate funded technology upgrades. Additional incoming transfers from Food Service, Adult Education, and the closure of the International Fund further support the General Fund.

The Proposed Final Amendment includes more precise cost estimates for expenditure functions, developed collaboratively with the Superintendent, Central Office Administrators and Staff, Principals, and Program Directors. However, it is important to note that the final budget amendment is still based on estimates derived from the most recent financial data available. The district’s auditors will present the actual audited financial data for the 2024/2025 fiscal year in November.
 

PROPOSED ORIGINAL GENERAL FUND BUDGET-2024/25-COLUMN 5

Column 5 of the attached document outlines the Proposed Original 2025/26 General Fund Budget, which reflects a net loss of $3,072,582.  This results in a projected Fund Balance of $4,692,338 as of June 30, 2026, representing 9.4% of General Fund expenditures. Net income is projected to decrease by $3,410,046 compared to the 2024/25 budgeted net income of $337,464.

The 2025/26 budget includes two incoming transfers to the General Fund:

• $80,000 from the Food Service Fund for Indirect Cost Recovery related to central office support
• $100,000 from the Adult Education Fund to support general operations and central office costs

This budget is based on the voter-approved operating millage rate of 18.0000. The combined debt millage rate remains at 7.0000, unchanged from prior years.

Compared to 2024/25, total revenues are projected to decrease by $2,434,951, while total expenditures are expected to rise by $975,095.

Column 6 provides details on the major revenue and expenditure changes from 2024/25 to 2025/26.

GENERAL FUND REVENUES

Local Sources - The net decrease of $219,721 in Local Sources reflects a $100,000 increase in property tax collections, driven by higher projected property values for 2025. This is offset by an anticipated net decrease of $320,000 due to lower E-Rate reimbursement revenue and reduced investment earnings.

State Sources - The net decrease of $2,551,030 in State revenue is driven by the following factors:

• $1,005,272 increase in foundation allowance, based on a projected $392 per pupil funding increase and 3,200 students
• $742k decrease in 31a At Risk funding, including the loss of carryover funds
• $2,378,594 reduction in MPSERS Cost Reimbursement (Section 147) due to the elimination of one-time funding received in 2024/25
• $435k decrease in various state grants and one-time funding, including:
  • $80k: 31o Health Service grant
  • $192k: 31aa Mental Health grant
  • $2k: 97c Risk Assessment funding
  • $2k: 27k Student Loan Repayment funding
  • $15k: 31ff SMART Internship funding
  • $6k: 67f FAFSA Completion Challenge funding
  • $138k: GSRP Start Up grant one-time funding

Federal Sources - The $828,075 net decrease in Federal Sources is attributed to the following changes:

• $936k decrease in IDEA Flowthrough funding, which has been offset by Special Education County Millage funding received through the Macomb ISD (see Interdistrict Sources)
• $20k decrease in Title I RAG grant funding
• $26k decrease in ESSER III Formula grant funding
• $13k decrease in 11t Equalization grant funding
• $167k increase in Filter First grant funding that was deferred from 2024/25

Interfund Transfers - The $10,671 decrease is due to the elimination of the transfer from the International Fund, which was closed during the 2024/25 fiscal year.

Interdistrict Sources - The $1,174,546 net increase is primarily due to a $1.1 million increase in Special Education County Millage funding, resulting from the IDEA Flowthrough funding swap, and a $77k increase in Enhancement Millage revenue from the Macomb ISD. These amounts are calculated by the MISD and are based on Spring 2025 student count and taxable value adjustments.


GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES

Basic Program - The net increase of $653,168 is due to the following:

• $661k net increase in salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases for 2025/26 and a higher employer retirement contribution rate
• $205k increase in supplies and purchased services related to new textbook adoptions
• $213k decrease in expenditures related to the elimination of several grants, including: GSRP Start-Up grant, 11t Equalization, ESSER III, 27k Student Loan Repayment, 31ff Smart Internship, RAG grant and 67f FAFSA completion grant

Added Needs - The net increase of $98,178 is due to the following:

• $166k net increase in salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases for 2025/26 and a higher employer retirement contribution rate
• $76k net decrease in purchased services
• $8k net increase in supplies and other expenses

Pupil - The net increase of $102,891 is primarily due to increased costs in salaries and benefits.

Instructional Staff - The net increase of $105,805 is due to the following:

• $122k net increase in salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases for 2025/26 and a higher employer retirement contribution rate

• $17k net decrease in purchased services

General Administration - The net increase of $22,909 is primarily due to increased costs in salaries and benefits. 

School Administration - The net increase of $296,987 is primarily due to increased costs in salaries and benefits.  

Fiscal Services - The net decrease of $82,989 is due to the following:

• $35k net decrease in salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases, a higher employer retirement contribution rate, and staffing changes from 2024/25

• $48k decrease related to the elimination of State Aid Note borrowing costs

Operations/Maintenance - The net increase of $53,205 is due to the following:

• $50k net increase for salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases and a higher employer retirement contribution rate
• $163k net decrease in purchased services; including $160k in projected cost savings from telephone services
• $167k increase in Filter First grant expenses deferred from 2024/25

Central - The net decrease of $314,900 is due to the following:

• $20k net decrease in salaries and benefits, reflecting step increases, a higher employer retirement contribution rate, and staffing changes from 2024/25
• $295k net decrease in E-Rate expenses for the Network Switch and UPS upgrades that were expensed in 2024/25.

Athletics - Maintain the original budget of $900,000 from the previous year.

OVERALL SYNOPSIS-GENERAL FUND

The Proposed Original 2025/26 General Fund Budget reflects a projected net loss of $3,072,582, resulting in an estimated Fund Balance of $4,692,338 as of June 30, 2026, or 9.4% of General Fund expenditures. This represents a $3.4 million decrease in net income compared to the 2024/25 budget.
While we are budgeting for a revenue decline of approximately $2.4 million, primarily due to reductions in State funding including the elimination of one-time grants and MPSERS cost reimbursements, there remains significant uncertainty at the State level. On the expenditure side, costs are expected to increase by $975,095, largely driven by contractual salary step increases and a higher employer retirement contribution rate.
Several variables will significantly impact the 2025/26 budget. The district anticipates a decline of approximately 20 students in Fall 2025, making the October student count a critical factor. Additionally, the district will closely monitor the operational and capital impacts of the recently approved Series II bonds ($26,935,000) and the anticipated draw of Series III bonds ($17,055,000). Continued reliance on Federal and State grant funding will also play a pivotal role in shaping the financial outlook.
It is important to note that this budget was developed prior to the release of key State-level data, including the 2025/26 per pupil foundation allowance, MPSERS rates, and other categorical allocations. These variables will be essential to refining revenue and expenditure projections for the upcoming year.

Given the strong projected net gain in 2024/25 and the planned use of fund balance in 2025/26, the district does not anticipate needing to borrow a State Aid Note to meet payroll obligations. However, cash flow will be closely monitored, and borrowing needs will be reevaluated in November once updated State funding details are available.

PROPOSED ORIGINAL BUDGET-OTHER FUNDS-2025/26

The remaining attached documents are the Proposed Original 2025/26 Budgets for all of the other funds of the District. The major highlights are as follows:

ADULT EDUCATION FUND - The fund is projected to operate at a net loss of $267,991.
Revenue from trips, tours, and summer enrichment programs remains below pre-pandemic levels, and the Early Child Care program continues to face financial challenges due to offering tuition-free services for children of Lake Shore employees. State revenues and expenditures are expected to decrease by $1.25 million, reflecting the one-time Early Childhood grant funds received and expended in 2024/25. Federal revenue and expenditures are also projected to decline by $104,558 due to the expiration of Workforce Development contracts on June 30 and September 30, 2024.
The net loss includes a $100,000 operating transfer to the General Fund to support central office services. Excluding this transfer, the operating deficit is $167,991. The projected Fund Balance as of June 30, 2026, is $198,820.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM FUND - The fund is closed.

FOOD SERVICE FUND - The fund is projected to improve its financial position by $86,322 in the 2025/26 fiscal year. It will continue to contribute $80,000 in Indirect Cost Recovery to offset central office expenses in the General Fund. At present, the Michigan School Meals program is expected to continue supplementing federal reimbursement rates, allowing all public school students to receive free breakfasts and lunches in 2025/26. However, there remains uncertainty about the program’s continuation, and rising food costs due to inflation pose additional financial challenges. Despite these concerns, the fund is well-positioned with a projected beginning fund balance of $679,749 as of June 30, 2025. This provides a solid cushion against potential losses, with the fund balance expected to increase to $789,928 by June 30, 2026

Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requires the District to renew its food service contract annually.  As a part of the renewal process, the District provides MDE with financial data for their review.  Upon approval of MDE, the Board must also approve the contract.  Attached is the approval letter from MDE.  2025-26 is the first year of the four (4) one-year renewals that are allowed by MDE. The food service management contract was bid out for the 2024-2025 school year and will be bid out for the 2029-2030 school year in accordance with state law.
 

Lake Shore High School teachers piloted the McGraw Hill social studies programs for Government, U.S. History, and World History in the winter/spring of the 2024-2025 school year. Using a comprehensive evaluation tool aligned to Michigan's 2019 social studies standards and the C3 Framework, the social studies teacher found all three programs to be high quality and appropriate for classroom use. As the US History and World History are just updated versions of the textbooks we currently use, this will focus on Government & Civics.

The Government & Civics curriculum clearly aligns with the 2019 Michigan social studies standards. Learning objectives and compelling questions are integrated throughout the curriculum. It meets the 4 dimensions of the C3 Arc of Inquiry Framework which is part of the Michigan K-12 Standards for Social Studies; Reading and Communication, Inquiry, research, and analysis, Public Discourse and Decision Making, and Civic Participation. The narrative is balanced and non-partisan, avoiding bias or stereotypes. Many pictures of members of both major parties are used. The critical thinking questions allow for many viewpoints. Analysis skills in each chapter involve identifying bias. Overall, the curriculum offers a comprehensive, standards-aligned curriculum with strong digital compatibility, meaningful inquiry, and differentiated instructional supports.

The copyright is 2024. Both print and digital resources are included. McGraw Hill has submitted a six year proposal for the cost of $27,381.84 for U.S. Government & Civics curriculum. The attached quote also includes the cost of the updated versions of U.S. History and World History which is in current use in the classroom.
 

This new 10-week course for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades would replace the existing courses of Personal Wellness (6th) and Personal Management 8 (8th). It aligns with Michigan Career Development Model and academic standards. These three distinct courses are tailored for each middle school grade:

• 6th Grade (Course One): MITECS-focused, introduces career clusters, digital citizenship
• 7th Grade (Course Two): ELA-focused, emphasizes writing and career planning
• 8th Grade (Course Three): Math-focused, includes personal finance and high school prep.

It covers 16 career clusters including Hospitality & Tourism, STEM, and Health Sciences. The curriculum focuses on career exploration, soft skills, and digital citizenship and culminates in Educational Development Plans (EDPs) and capstone projects.

Early career exploration reduces high school dropout rates and provides soft skills that predict academic and workplace success. The EDPs align middle school learning with long-term goals and prepares students for dual enrollment/AP opportunities.
 

Teachers need resources that integrate skills-based instruction with College Board standards. AMSCO books provide structured, exam-focused preparation that aligns with AP expectations. AMSCO is a trusted publisher for AP courses, known for its alignment with College Board frameworks. Their AP Language and AP Literature textbooks provide skill-based instruction, practice tests, and scaffolded learning.

The AMSCO curriculum from Perfection Learning focuses on rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and synthesis skills and uses step-by-step practice for multiple-choice and free-response sections. It engages students with relevant nonfiction and contemporary texts and offers clear explanations of rhetorical strategies and real-world applications. The curriculum incorporates close-reading strategies to analyze literary texts deeply and includes thematic organization supports for critical thinking and synthesis.

Perfection Learning has submitted a one year quote for AP Language and AP Literature Curriculum for $2616.43.
 

Spanish V would be for Grade 12 students who have successfully completed Spanish IV with a recommended B- or better in Spanish IV.

This course is designed for students who are eager to take their Spanish skills to the next level and further immerse themselves in the language. Emphasizing advanced conversational practice, students will enhance their fluency and comprehension through real-world communication and discussions on a variety of cultural and contemporary topics. The course focuses on refining speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, while also preparing students for the demands of university-level language courses. By the end of the year, students will have gained a deeper understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures and will be well-equipped to engage confidently and effectively in Spanish in both academic and social contexts. 

This class would be a full year course (S1 and S2) and will meet 1.0 credit of the World Language credit or elective.
 

LSPS fourth-grade students will travel by motor coach and ferry to Mackinac Island to engage in a Michigan historical "being there" experience. Students will explore Michigan's economic history and the impact of European exploration on our state and our economy. The field trip connects the fourth-grade social studies curriculum standards and benchmarks for Michigan's history, geography, economy, and culture.

The field trip dates are May 13-15, 2026. Cost per student is $597.

Bids were received for ground travel. We are recommending Preferred Charters (810-982-7433) with lodging accommodations at Mission Point Resort, 6633 Main St, Mackinac Island (906-430-8138). Bid requests, Mission Point Resort contract, and the itinerary are attached with the field trip request form. 

District-approved permission slips that include full medical information will be used. 
 

The SAVVAS Learning Company, myPerspectives, English Language Arts curriculum with unit-aligned novels for grades 6-8 is a research-based, comprehensive literacy solution designed to support student learning. Purposeful activities foster student ownership of learning and reflect real-world scenarios with students working in large groups, in smaller teams, and independently. As students read relevant and diverse texts, have thought-provoking discussions, collaborate with their peers, and hone their communication skills, they will use transferable strategies and develop lifelong learning habits that help them be successful wherever they go. 

The copyright is 2025. Both print and digital resources are included.? 

SAVVAS has submitted a six year quote for grades 6-8 which includes novels and professional development. The six-year cost is $135,754.29 with the cost of the professional development for the first year at $3500. 

Recommend the approval of the resolution for Lake Shore High School and Kennedy Middle School participation in the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026.