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Ann Arbor Public Schools public meetings in 2020

41 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 16, 2020

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Board approves 2019 Bond Phase I plan and COVID learning plan

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting, approving the 2019 Bond Preliminary Phase I Plan and reconfirming the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan. The board also approved a consent agenda including food service equipment purchases and a donation of face masks, and scheduled a closed session for January 7, 2021.

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Wed Dec 9, 2020

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AAPS board hears public calls to reopen schools amid COVID metrics dispute

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a virtual regular meeting on December 9, 2020, hearing public commentary on the district's all-online learning model. Speakers urged the board to adopt a hybrid or in-person option, citing scientific evidence and criticizing the district's reopening metrics as unachievable. The board also approved the meeting agenda and observed a moment of silence for a former member.

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Wed Dec 2, 2020

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School board reviews preliminary Phase I plan for 2019 bond projects

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a remote study session to review the preliminary Phase I plan for the 2019 bond program. The agenda includes public commentary and a presentation on the bond plan, but no formal votes are scheduled other than adjournment.

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Wed Dec 2, 2020

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Finance committee to review food service equipment purchase and monitoring reports

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a food service equipment purchase recommendation, review monthly monitoring reports for September and October, and consider an amended bid tab. The meeting is open to the public with limited commentary via email.

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Thu Nov 19, 2020

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AAPS Performance Committee to review staff survey results

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Performance Committee is meeting electronically to review and discuss the draft AAPS Fall Survey results from staff. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, public commentary, and planning for future meetings.

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Wed Nov 18, 2020

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Board re-confirms COVID-19 learning plan, accepts annual audit

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on November 18, 2020. They discussed the 2019/20 annual financial audit report from Plante Moran, received an update on the Reimagine Learning/Continuity of Learning Plan, and took action to accept the audit and re-confirm the Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan. The board also approved a donation of a tire balancing machine from Germain Honda to the Pioneer Auto Lab.

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Thu Nov 12, 2020

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Finance committee to review annual audit and Scarlett cooler

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review minutes from prior meetings, hear public commentary, and discuss two items: a walk-in cooler at Scarlett Middle School and the 2019-20 annual financial audit. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily discussion and review.

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Wed Nov 11, 2020

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AAPS board hears public comments on remote learning and winter sports

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular virtual meeting. The agenda includes public commentary, with many residents speaking about the impact of remote learning on students and the possibility of winter sports. The board is also expected to handle routine procedural items like approving the agenda.

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Wed Oct 28, 2020

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AAPS Board holds virtual meeting to review public comments on extended remote learning

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on October 28, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items and a public commentary session where residents submitted written feedback. Comments focused on the impact of remote learning on student development, special education services, and the need for in-person instruction.

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Thu Oct 22, 2020

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School board performance committee to review fall survey results

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education's Performance Committee is meeting electronically to review draft results from the AAPS Fall Survey of students and parents. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, public commentary, and agenda planning. This is a discussion-focused meeting with no votes or contracts listed.

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Wed Oct 21, 2020

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Board hears public comments on COVID school reopening, building readiness

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a virtual study session on October 21, 2020, focused on ensuring COVID-informed school buildings. The agenda included public commentary from parents and community members on topics such as the mental health impacts of virtual learning, building readiness for in-person instruction, and sports safety. The board also approved the meeting agenda as presented.

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Wed Oct 21, 2020

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Planning committee to review extended COVID-19 learning plan update

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee is meeting electronically to discuss an update to the district's Extended COVID-19 Continuity of Learning Plan. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, and public commentary is limited to 30 minutes with comments submitted by email.

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Wed Oct 7, 2020

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Finance committee to review road salt, snow removal, ductwork repair

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review and discuss several financial items, including a road salt purchase, a snow removal contract covering three zones, an emergency ductwork repair at Slauson, the August monthly monitoring report, and an update on Michigan State Aid. Public commentary is limited to 30 minutes at the start, with comments submitted by email.

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Wed Sep 30, 2020

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Board approves COVID metrics dashboard and extended learning plan

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a regular electronic meeting on September 30, 2020, during the COVID-19 state of emergency. They approved a COVID metrics dashboard to guide return-to-in-person school decisions and an Extended Continuity of Learning Plan for the fall. The board also adopted a Responsible Contractor policy and renewed MHSAA membership. Several facility projects and a therapy contract were approved on the consent agenda.

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Fri Sep 11, 2020

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Ann Arbor school board hears parents' pleas to reopen schools for youngest students

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Planning Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the agenda and minutes, and to hear public commentary. The public comments overwhelmingly focus on the difficulties of virtual learning for young children and requests for a plan to return to in-person instruction, especially for grades K-5. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion and public input.

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Wed Sep 9, 2020

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Finance committee to review solar, demolition, playground, therapy contract, budget

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several facility and financial items, including solar installations at four schools, demolition of buildings on adjacent Clague property, a new playground at Bryant Preschool, a contract with Pediatric Therapy Associates, and a preliminary fall budget discussion. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

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Wed Aug 26, 2020

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School board holds closed session for attorney-client privilege

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met electronically and voted to recess into a closed session to discuss attorney-client privileged information, as permitted by the Michigan Open Meetings Act. The motion carried unanimously, and the closed session was later adjourned. The agenda contains only this procedural action.

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Wed Aug 26, 2020

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Board approves $63,360 playground contract and $26,684 WiFi data plan

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held an electronic meeting to approve two contracts and review the 2020-21 Reimagine Learning Plan. The board voted to approve a three-year contract for playground materials and a data plan for student hotspots. Both items were approved on the consent agenda, meaning they were accepted without individual debate unless a board member requested removal.

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Wed Aug 19, 2020

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Board to hold closed session for attorney-client privilege

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is meeting electronically to vote on holding a closed session, permitted under the Michigan Open Meetings Act, to discuss material exempt from disclosure, specifically attorney/client privilege information. The agenda includes a motion to recess to closed session and a later adjournment of that session.

Wed Aug 19, 2020

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Board approves virtual academy expansion and digital learning purchases

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on August 19, 2020. The board approved a consent agenda that includes expanding the A2 Virtual+ Academy with new virtual content licenses, purchasing digital reading materials and a digital library collection, and accepting a donation. The board also discussed an update on the Reimagine Learning Plan for the 2020-21 school year and postponed a first briefing on a Responsible Contracting Policy to a September 16 meeting.

Wed Aug 12, 2020

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Board to vote on COVID-19 return-to-school plan and preparedness policy

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education will vote on ratifying the district's COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan and adopting the Return to School Plan for the 2020-21 school year. The board will also hear updates on the Reimagine Learning Plan and COVID-19 health, and discuss expanding the A2 Virtual+ Academy and purchasing digital reading materials.

Wed Jul 29, 2020

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Board approves $4.25M purchase of 13,000 Chromebooks for students

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a regular electronic meeting on July 29, 2020, discussing the district's COVID-19 response and return-to-school plans. The board approved a $4,254,120 purchase of 13,000 Chromebooks and related items from the 2018 Technology Bond Fund, and designated directors to the MAISL Joint Risk Management Trust. Public commentary focused on the decision to start the 2020-21 school year virtually, with some speakers supporting the decision and others urging options for essential workers' families.

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Wed Jul 22, 2020

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Board discusses 2020-21 learning plan amid COVID-19 concerns

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a study session to discuss the 2020-21 learning plan, with public commentary focusing on COVID-19 safety and reopening decisions. The board heard from community members, including a pediatrician group supporting in-person school and others advocating for remote learning. No formal decisions were made on the learning plan during this session.

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Wed Jul 15, 2020

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Board removes Trustee Jeff Gaynor from Secretary role

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular electronic meeting on July 15, 2020. The board voted to remove Trustee Jeff Gaynor from the office of Secretary, citing a pattern of unprofessional judgment and behavior. Public commentary focused on concerns about fall reopening, virtual learning, and mental health support.

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Wed Jun 17, 2020

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Board adopts 2020-21 tax rate millage and approves cell tower revenue sale

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a remote meeting to adopt the 2020-21 tax rate millage and approve the sale of cell tower revenue streams. The board also approved a notice for a public hearing on the 2020-21 budget scheduled for June 24, 2020, and supported the WISD 2020-21 budget resolution. Additionally, the board reviewed the final budget amendment for FY 2019-20 and the proposed FY 2020-2021 budget.

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Wed Jun 10, 2020

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Finance committee reviews 2020-21 millage, budget, and purchases

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review several financial items, including the 2020-21 tax rate millage resolution, a preview of the proposed budget, and various purchases. The meeting is held under Executive Order 2020-21 due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public comments submitted by email.

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Wed May 27, 2020

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Ann Arbor Board of Education approves several school facility and infrastructure contracts

The Board of Education met electronically to review budget monitoring and various construction projects. The session included discussions on the ReImagine Learning Framework, capital bond sales, and several maintenance annexes.

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Wed May 20, 2020

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Board to discuss AAPS planning for 2020 and beyond

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding a remote study session. The main item is a discussion of the district's planning for 2020 and beyond, presented by Swift. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including public commentary and board items.

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Wed May 13, 2020

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Board approves $208,313 Schoology subscription, hears COVID-19 update

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board held a remote meeting on May 13, 2020, due to COVID-19 restrictions. They approved a $208,313.48 purchase of the Schoology learning platform for the 2020-21 school year, funded by CARES Act money, and also approved minutes from previous meetings. The board received updates on COVID-19 next steps and summer 2020 learning plans, and discussed several facility projects including roof repair, dugouts, paving, and elevator repairs.

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Wed Apr 29, 2020

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Board approves amended agreements with employee groups and executive contracts

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held an electronic meeting due to COVID-19 restrictions. They received updates on COVID-19 and the March 2020 budget, discussed a Schoology technology subscription, and approved amended agreements with several employee groups and employment agreements for two executive positions.

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Wed Apr 22, 2020

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AAPS board holds electronic study session on COVID-19 closure and sustainability bond

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met electronically on April 22, 2020, due to Executive Order 2020-21. The board discussed the district's COVID-19 closure update and next steps, and previewed environmental sustainability efforts related to the 2019 bond. Public commentary was received from seven citizens.

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Wed Apr 15, 2020

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AAPS board approves COVID-19 response items, bonds, and labor deals

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education met electronically on April 15, 2020, due to the COVID-19 executive order. They discussed the district's COVID-19 closure update and February budget, then approved a consent agenda covering network infrastructure, WiFi hotspots, bonds, a food truck purchase, and a transportation contract. The board also approved limited school choice, tentative agreements with two employee groups, 2020 board goals, and a resolution to suspend board policies per the governor's order.

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Thu Apr 9, 2020

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Finance committee reviews contracts, bonds, and COVID-19 budget impact

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting electronically to review several financial items, including network infrastructure and student transportation contracts, a resolution for 2020 building and site bonds, a monthly budget report, a refrigerated food service truck purchase, and the 2019-20 budget outlook with COVID-19 implications. Public comments are accepted via email. The meeting is held electronically due to Executive Order 2020-21.

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Wed Mar 11, 2020

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Ann Arbor school board meeting canceled due to COVID-19

This March 11, 2020 meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. A health update was posted on the district website. The agenda included routine items such as reports, committee updates, and consent agenda approvals for purchases.

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Tue Feb 11, 2020

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AAPS Board interviews seven candidates to fill an open seat

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on February 11, 2020, at the Courtyard Marriott to conduct interviews for an open board seat. The agenda lists scheduled interviews with seven applicants: Anna Foster, Mikhail Zolikoff, Glenn Nelson, Jamila James, Lisa Farmer, Maggi Kennel, and Rachel Brichta. The meeting concluded with a public comment period and adjournment.

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Mon Feb 10, 2020

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Finance committee reviews school buses, electric charging, and playground

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting to review and discuss several items, including the 2020 school buses, electric bus charging, refrigerated trucks, Eberwhite Playground, technology refresh, and the 2019 bond. The meeting is open to the public but will not be videotaped.

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Wed Feb 5, 2020

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Board studies 2019 bond implementation and projected housing growth

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a study session to discuss the implementation of the 2019 bond, including bond basics and projected housing development and growth. The board heard public comments on sustainability related to the bond and reviewed agenda planning items. The meeting was primarily informational and procedural, with no formal decisions beyond approving the agenda and adjourning.

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Wed Jan 29, 2020

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Board adopts 2019 superintendent evaluation, hears A2 Zero carbon plan

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 29, 2020, at Forsythe Middle School. The board discussed the City of Ann Arbor's A2 Zero 2030 carbon neutrality initiative, received reports from various associations and committees, and reviewed several facility projects. The board voted to adopt the 2019 superintendent evaluation, with one dissenting vote.

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Wed Jan 22, 2020

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Board holds closed session to evaluate superintendent

This is a closed-session meeting of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board, held to evaluate the superintendent. The board voted in open session on January 15, 2020, to hold this closed session under Michigan law. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from previous closed sessions and the superintendent evaluation itself.

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Fri Jan 17, 2020

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Finance committee to review track resurfacing, roofing, playground, and renovation projects

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Finance Auxiliary Committee is meeting to discuss and review several capital projects and financial items. These include high school track resurfacing, summer 2020 roofing projects, the Wines Playground, supplemental furniture purchases, and Bryant/Pattengill Phase 2 renovations. The committee will also review the December monthly monitoring report, the 2020-2021 budget timeline, and 3-year budget projections. This is a discussion-only meeting; no votes are scheduled.

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Wed Jan 15, 2020

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AAPS Board holds organizational meeting to elect officers and set committees

The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education is holding its annual organizational meeting and study session. The board will elect its President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, appoint a Parliamentarian, and assign board members to standing and administrative committees. The agenda also includes a moment of silence, a discussion of a trustee vacancy, and a special announcement.

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