The President asks for approval of the agenda, including all attached documents, which may be accessed on the Royal Oak Schools website. Are there any additions or deletions?  

"The agenda is approved as presented."
OR
"The agenda is approved with the following additions/deletions" by consensus.  

Recommendation: 

Resolved that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the following minutes:

January 8, 2026, Special Meeting (F&F)
January 8, 2026, Organizational Meeting
January 8, 2026, Regular Meeting

WHEREAS, it is the right of every child, regardless of immigration status, to access a free public K-12 education and Royal Oak Schools welcomes and supports all students;

WHEREAS, the District has a responsibility to ensure that all students who reside within its boundaries, regardless of immigration status, can safely access a free public K-12 education;

WHEREAS, federal immigration law enforcement activities, on or around District property and transportation routes, whether by surveillance, interview, demand of information, arrest, detention, or any other means, would harmfully disrupt the learning environment to which all students, regardless of immigration status, are entitled and significantly interfere with the ability of all students, including U.S. citizen students and students who hold other legal grounds for presence in the U.S., to access a free public K-12 education;

WHEREAS, through its policies and practices, the District has made a commitment to a quality education for all students, which includes a safe and stable learning environment, the preservation of classroom hours for educational instruction, and the requirement of school attendance;

AND WHEREAS, parents and students have expressed to the District fear and confusion about the continued physical and emotional safety of all students and the right to access a free public K-12 education through District schools and programs;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education supports Michigan Senate Bill 508 and Michigan House Bill 4859 which restrict law enforcement from conducting immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations including schools except when a court order directs it or a threat that poses imminent danger to public safety demands it;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education urges the United States Congress to pass the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (Senate Bill 455/ House Bill 1061) to restrict immigration enforcement actions by ICE and CBP from taking place on a location or within 1,000 feet of a location designated as a Sensitive Location, including schools;

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution is to be sent to U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Elissa Slotkin, Representative Haley Stevens, State Senators Stephanie Chang and Mallory McMorrow and State Representatives Sharon MacDonell and Natalie Price

Recommendation:
WHEREAS, Black History Month was formally adopted in 1976 to honor and affirm the importance of Black History throughout our American experience; and

WHEREAS, the history of people of African heritage goes back tens of thousands of years and includes some of the greatest and most advanced and innovative societies in the history of human experience; and

WHEREAS, African-Americans have played a significant role in the history of the United States from the early days of the pioneers to our present-day leaders in such industries as aerospace, finance, government, and international trade; and

WHEREAS, during Black History Month, all Americans are encouraged to reflect on the rich history and teachings of African-Americans and bear witness to the progress, beauty, and achievements they have made throughout society;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Royal Oak Schools Board hereby designates February 2026 as Black History Month throughout the school division. We encourage the celebration of the collective ingenuity, creativity, cultures and traditions of African-Americans and encourage participation in educational events honoring the contribution of Black Americans. 

Recommendation:
WHEREAS: February 2026, has been designated Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month® by the Association for Career and Technical Education; and

WHEREAS: CTE offers students the opportunity to gain the academic, technical and employability skills necessary for true career readiness; and

WHEREAS: students in CTE programs participate in authentic, meaningful experiences that improve the quality of their education and increase their engagement and achievement; and 

WHEREAS: CTE provides students with career exploration opportunities early in their educational experience, which enables them to make informed and beneficial decisions about their academic coursework and pursue established programs of study and career pathways; and

WHEREAS: leaders from business and industry nationwide report increasing challenges related to addressing the skills gap and connecting qualified professionals with careers in critical and growing CTE-related fields, such as advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, energy, health care, information technology, and transportation; and

WHEREAS: CTE prepares students for these and other fulfilling careers by offering integrated programs of study that link secondary and postsecondary education and lead to the attainment of industry-recognized credentials; and 

WHEREAS: CTE programs ensure that employers have access to a qualified and thriving workforce, ensuring our nation is a strong and competitive economy;

NOW, THEREFORE, the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education do hereby proclaim February 2026 as Career and Technical Education Month in Royal Oak Schools. 

If you would like to make a public comment:

• A person may address the Board on an agenda item by completing a note card located inside the Board Room and placing the card in the basket prior to the public comment period. You will have an opportunity to comment on items not on the agenda at the end of the meeting. 
• Each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes. If you need more time, you are offered a second opportunity to address the Board at the end of the meeting for an additional three (3) minutes. 
• Please address the Board as a whole and not individually.
• Please avoid mentioning specific staff members by name.
• Public comment is not intended for the exchange of dialogue. This is a time for members of the public to express their views. We are paying attention to your comments and appreciate them. However, school board members do not respond to public comment during the meeting.  
• Questions that arise from public comment shall be referred to the superintendent, or their designee, for review, study and possible future response.
• Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

The consent agenda generally consists of routine matters as well as items we have covered during this meeting or another board or committee meeting. All items are documented in the minutes which are published following the meeting at which they were approved. All committee and board meetings are open to the public and public comment is an item on each agenda. We invite members of the public to join our committees.

Recommendation:

Resolved that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education hereby approves expenditures as processed in the amount of $8,758,196.60, for the period of January 1, 2026, through January 31, 2026. 

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the request from Student Council advisors for a field trip to Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, scheduled for May 26, 2026.

Recommendation:

Resolved, the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the Oakland County Regional Enhancement Millage resolution as presented in the board packet. 

Recommendation

Resolved, that Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the purchase of 105 kidney tables in the amount of $92,667. The purchase is being made utilizing cooperative bid pricing.
 

 Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves adopting and implementing the proposed new high school courses beginning in the upcoming academic year, as presented in the board packet.
 

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the two additions to the District's K-12 health curriculum that focuses on Royal Oak High School Special Education Level 3 program and Royal Oak High School 10th grade scope and sequence, as presented in the board packet. 
 

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the 2025-2026 Community Service Fund amendment as presented. 

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the 2025-2026 Food Service Fund amendment as presented.

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approve the contract awards as attached for the Churchill Redesign BP #2, including contingency in the amount of $4,819,700.40.   Additionally, approve alternate #2 in the amount of $100,689.60 if required by the State of Michigan.

Recommendation:

Resolved, that Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the purchase of three (3) mowers from Billings Lawn Equipment in the amount of $50,229. The purchase is being made utilizing cooperative bid pricing.

Recommendation:

Resolved, the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves the regular personnel changes as presented in the board packet.

Recommendation:

Resolved, that the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education approves and adopts the 2026 Emergency Operations Plan effective February 12, 2026.

Committee Reports:
Health & Wellness Committee, Maryanne VanHaitsma
Safety Advisory Committee, Lauren Jasinski

Upcoming Events:
February 23, Bond/Community Engagement Session @ 6:00pm
February 25, Choir Concert, ROMS @ 7:00 pm
February 26, African American Read-In Event @ 4:00pm
March 3, Communications Committee Meeting @ 5:30pm
March 3, Curriculum Advisory Committee Meeting @ 5:30pm
March 3, JEDI Meeting @ 6:30pm
March 3, Arts & Preservation Committee Meeting @ 6:45pm
March 3, All-City Band Concert (ROHS) @ 7:00pm
March 4, All-City Orchestra Concert (ROHS) @ 7:00pm
March 5, Finance & Facilities Committee Meeting @ 6:00pm