BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Board of Education serves as a governing body that oversees major decisions for the District, including policies and budget. The Board also serves as a conduit for the community to voice opinions to the District and vice versa.
BOARD MEMBERS
Jill Wisser
President
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Jennifer Miller
Vice-President
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Amy Followell
Secretary
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Michelle Ammon
Treasurer
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Dodi Leckie
Trustee
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Ethan Garner
Trustee
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Jeff Haspas
Trustee
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Parchment School District Strategic Plan Summary (2019-2024)
Academics
Goal Statement: We will improve student performance in all areas.
Priority Objectives:
Develop Plan to Improve Early Childhood Educational Programming
Implement District-Wide Multi-Tiered System of Supports
Continue and Enhance Learner Driven, Data Informed Instruction Through PLCs
Enhance Professional Development for Instructional Staff
Develop and Implement a Process of Vertical and Horizontal Alignment of K-12 Curriculum Including Common Assessments and Scales
Develop Plan to Enhance Student Readiness for College or Career
Finance
Goal Statement: We will maintain fiscal responsibility while meeting district goals.
Priority Objectives:
Implement a Five-Year Purchase and Replacement Plan for Capital Assets Including Technology
Develop Efficient Automated and Electronic Procedures
Develop Short and Long-Term Financial Goals
Develop Comprehensive Budgeting Process that Includes Line Item Allocations
Seek New Grant Opportunities and Improve Use of Current Grants
Maintain a Stable Fund Balance
Facilities/Operations
Goal Statement: We will maintain and improve facilities & operations.
Priority Objectives:
Analyze Comprehensive District Facilities Assessment to Determine District Priorities
Utilize Committee Including Board Members to Develop Plan to Consider Bonding or Sinking Fund Proposal to Improve Facilities
Conduct Facility Utilization Study
Enhance Safety and Security
Develop and Implement Effective Systems for Operations
Culture/Learning Environment
Goal Statement: We will provide a positive and supportive environment.
Priority Objectives:
Implement District-Wide Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Student Behavioral Expectations
Provide Professional Development to Staff Including Cultural Competence, Student Engagement, and Relationships
Explore and Develop Student Mentorship Programs
Communication
Goal Statement: We will improve communication both internally and externally.
Priority Objectives:
Implement Entrance and Exit Survey Protocols
Develop Comprehensive Attraction/Retention Plan for Staff & Students
Develop Plan for Comprehensive Onboarding Training and Procedures for New Staff
Enhance Website and Communication Platform
Celebrate Successes and Recognize Individuals and Groups
BOARD POLICIES
Please note: Board minutes will not be posted until they are approved at the following month's meeting. Agendas for each meeting will be available at each scheduled board meeting.
The regular meetings of the Parchment Board of Education are held on the fourth Monday of each month unless noted otherwise. Meetings are convened in the library of the Parchment High School, 1916 East G Avenue, Parchment, Michigan 49004, unless otherwise posted.
OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR PARCHMENT'S BOARD OF EDUCATION
In effective school systems, The Board of Education and the Superintendent cooperate and work in partnership. The Board of Education is entrusted by its electors and required by the State of Michigan to act as the corporate policy making body for the school district, The Superintendent and staff provide, through Board of Education action, the leadership to cause Board policies to be implemented. Therefore, The Parchment School District Board of Education and Superintendent cooperate and work in partnership to enact and implement Board of Education policy. The Parchment School District Board of Education adopts these guidelines as Standard Operating Procedures to effectively communicate with staff and members of the district.