The School District with the support of the Community, will provide a safe learning environment and offer a foundation for students to become lifelong learners and productive members of society.
Goals of MSCS School Board
Curriculum Alignment
Curriculum alignment and development will continue across the grade levels with all teaching and administrative staff contributing their individual and collective expertise. Grade level and subject area meetings, professional training, encouragement of technology integration, annual review and adoption of scheduled textbooks and thoughtful selection of curricular resources will all contribute to the success of this goal.
Technology & Learning
Technology that allows students, parents and employees to learn, communicate and work effectively will be provided and upgraded, as funds allow, in our buildings. Equipment will not be limited to only computers, but also other electronic devices which will assist: integration of curriculum, evaluating and reporting progress of students, communication with the world and efficient management of our schools.
Facility Maintenance
School facilities define our community and provide a "safe haven" for all young people. Therefore, the importance of providing and consistently/periodically maintaining all school facilities is imperative. A well-rounded school program allows for learning, study and play. It requires specific areas and equipment that are conducive to individual activities for varied ages. The commitment is to regularly study district needs and research funding possibilities, in order to support our programs and facilities.
Continuous Communication
Community involvement begins when people understand what they can do to help the District's "cause." Communication provides the community with that understanding. At all levels, employees of MSCS are strongly encouraged to effectively communicate the school district's work via word-of-mouth, newspaper, TV, newsletters, web page, and at meetings, such as PTO's, family nights, athletic activities and the bi-monthly forum.
Curriculum Alignment
Curriculum alignment and development will continue across the grade levels with all teaching and administrative staff contributing their individual and collective expertise. Grade level and subject area meetings, professional training, encouragement of technology integration, annual review and adoption of scheduled textbooks and thoughtful selection of curricular resources will all contribute to the success of this goal.
Technology & Learning
Technology that allows students, parents and employees to learn, communicate and work effectively will be provided and upgraded, as funds allow, in our buildings. Equipment will not be limited to only computers, but also other electronic devices which will assist: integration of curriculum, evaluating and reporting progress of students, communication with the world and efficient management of our schools.
Facility Maintenance
School facilities define our community and provide a "safe haven" for all young people. Therefore, the importance of providing and consistently/periodically maintaining all school facilities is imperative. A well-rounded school program allows for learning, study and play. It requires specific areas and equipment that are conducive to individual activities for varied ages. The commitment is to regularly study district needs and research funding possibilities, in order to support our programs and facilities.
Continuous Communication
Community involvement begins when people understand what they can do to help the District's "cause." Communication provides the community with that understanding. At all levels, employees of MSCS are strongly encouraged to effectively communicate the school district's work via word-of-mouth, newspaper, TV, newsletters, web page, and at meetings, such as PTO's, family nights, athletic activities and the bi-monthly forum.
Board Meeting Agendas
School Board Meetings are generally held the third Monday of each month, in the High School Media Center. Workshop Meetings begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Regular meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. Click here to see the schedule.
Should there be a change in meeting location, time or date notices are posted at the Superintendent's Office and at the West Main Front Doors.
The most recent Board of Education agenda is posted by the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting. Minutes are posted after Board Approval.
Agenda
January 2024
February 2024
March 2024
April 2024
May 2024
June 2024
July 2024
August 2024
September 2024
October 2024
November 2024
December 2024
Special Meeting Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Administrator & Supervisor Reports
Supervisors and Administrator reports are available at Board meetings from September through May and posted on the website after each meeting.
September 2024
October 2024
November 2024
December 2024
January 2024
February 2024
March 2024
April 2024
May 2024
Legislative Contacts
Representative 102nd District:
Michele Hoitenga (R)
S-1386 House Office Bldg.
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing MI 48909
Phone 517-373-1747
Email: MicheleHoitenga@house.mi.gov
Senator 33rd District:
Rick Outman (R)
201 Townsend Street
Suite #4400
Lansing MI 48933
Phone 517-373-3760
Email: SenROutman@senate.michigan.gov
US Senators for Michigan:
Debbie Stabenow (D)
3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400
Grand Rapids MI 49525
Phone: 616-975-0052
www.stabenow.senate.gov/contact
Gary Peters (D)
110 Michigan St. NW,
Suite 702
Grand Rapids MI 49503
Phone 616-233-9150
www.peters.senate.gov/services/
Required Annual Notices
Board of Education Members
Emily Bongard, President
Term expires 2026
Greg Babbitt, Vice President
Term Expires 2026
Dennis G. Smith, Secretary
Term expires 2024
Mary Engelsman, Treasurer
Term expires 2026
Randall LaPreze, Trustee
Term expires 2026
Michelle Frisbie
Term expires 2026
Brent Beemer, Interim Trustee
Term expires 2024
Concerns or comments about items on or not on the agenda may be addressed at the appropriate time only when recognized by the Board President. Please submit the request to address the Board of Education form to the President before speaking.
The Board of Education Meeting schedule is listed under Agendas & Minutes and on the home page within the Calendar.
