Wayland Union Board of Education

The Wayland Union Board of Education met on Monday, June 8th, at the Administration Office for their regular meeting.

Meeting Presentation

All consent agenda items were approved.

Report from Facilities Committee Meeting

• Theresa Dobry reported that the committee meeting primarily focused on bond project updates. The district plans to go out for bids this summer on the next phase of bond work, which includes improvements to the elementary schools as well as the softball and baseball facilities. Overall, bond projects continue to progress on schedule and remain under budget.

Report from Policy Committee Meeting

• Norman Taylor reported that the committee discussed the district’s options regarding its policy provider, including whether to remain with the current provider or transition to a new one. After reviewing the available options, the committee determined that it would prefer a more streamlined and condensed policy provider.

Athletic Summary from the 2025-26 School Year

• Tim Reeves presented a spring athletics wrap-up report, which included updates on staffing, student participation, and overall program performance. During the discussion, Board members expressed interest in exploring the addition of a boys volleyball program in the future.

Governance Team Good News

• During Board member comments, Erin Stepek shared that she and her family will be traveling to Europe as part of a school-sponsored trip. Norman Taylor is celebrating his 50th wedding anniversary later this month.

Alison Babiak gave a comment regarding Capturing Kids Hearts and upper administration.

Nancy Whitley shared some facts regarding Gun Safety.

Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations

• Leslie Wagner presented the year-to-date revenue and expenditure report. The district continues to await an updated state budget proposal. Mrs. Wagner expressed her appreciation to the support staff for their hard work and dedication throughout the end of the school year. Bond-related projects continue to progress and have accelerated now that school is out for the summer. Additionally, the district has extended an offer for the facilities position to a candidate who is expected to be introduced at the next Board of Education meeting.

Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services

• Tim Reeves provided an update on behalf of Teresa Fulk. Mrs. Fulk is actively preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. Information regarding the district’s new WAVE program has begun to be shared with families. The district achieved its highest NWEA reading growth in at least the past ten years and once again met its MICIP goals. The Technology Department is working diligently to prepare new devices for both staff and students ahead of the upcoming school year. Additionally, the district has been actively posting open positions and conducting interviews to ensure staffing needs are met for the 2026–2027 school year.

Superintendent

• Tim Reeves reported that new administrators have been hired for Pine Street Elementary, the Middle School, and the Facilities Department. He also reminded Board members that they are invited to tour the pool construction project later this week. Construction progress continues across the district, with the band room advancing rapidly and wall installation now underway.

Middle School Field Trip Proposal to Washington, D.C. in March of 2027

• Rachel Cimek shared that this is a trip the district has gone on before, with this being the second year having the opportunity to fly.

Policy Provider Service

• Tim Reeves shared the committee is recommending Thrun, which would involving purchasing a policy manual, administrative guidelines, and an annual update.

School Loan Revolving Refund

• Leslie Wagner explained that this is an annual loan application. Due to the sale of the 2023 Bond this past fall, the district is projected to experience a temporary cash flow deficit. The loan will help stabilize cash flow over the next year, with the expectation that it will be repaid within two to three years.

2025-2026 Food Service Final Budget

• Leslie Wagner shared the total revenue versus expenditures report for the 2025-2026 school year.

2026-2027 Food Service Budget Discussion

• Leslie Wagner shared an anticipated revenue versus expenditures report for the 2026-2027 school year.

2025-2026 General Fund Final Budget

• Leslie Wagner shared the total revenue versus expenditures report for the 2025-2026 school year.

2026-2027 General Fund Budget Discussion

• Leslie Wagner shared an anticipated revenue versus expenditures report for the 2026-2027 school year.

2025-2026 Student Activities Fund Final Budget

• Leslie Wagner shared the total revenue versus expenditures report for the 2025-2026 school year. This is more of a district liability.

2026-2027 Student Activities Fund Budget Discussion

• Leslie Wagner shared an anticipated revenue verses expenditures report for the 2026-2027 school year. This is more of a district liability.

80/20 versus Hard Cap for Health Insurance

• Leslie Wagner shared that the district would like to continue carrying this benefit for staff members.

Renewal of Fuel Contract

• Leslie Wagner shared that this is the second one year fuel account renewal.

Maintenance Handbook

• Leslie Wagner shared the updated wage table and minor language updates for consistency.

Preschool Staff Handbook

• Leslie Wagner shared the updated wage table and minor language updates for consistency.

Secretary Handbook

• Leslie Wagner shared that there were minor language updates, updated verbiage for retirement, and updated wage tables.

Non-Affiliated Staff Handbook

• Leslie Wagner shared standard updates, two proposed wage tables that are being worked through.

Administrators Contracts

• Leslie Wagner shared that language is changing to ensure they have a consistent bereavement verbiage and an updated wage scale.

Annual Tax Levy - L-4029 Certification

• Approved.

AAESA Budget for 2026-27 School Year

• Approved.

GRBS Contract Renewal

• Approved.

2026-27 Food Service Management Contract

• Approved.

Board Member Comments

• Becky Hohnke would like to thank WUS staff members for their hard work throughout the year.
• Erin Stepek shared that she was able to attend the end of school year staff celebration and enjoyed seeing all the years of service acknowledged.
• Jeff Koon enjoyed graduation and attending grad bash.

The meeting adjourned at 6:52pm.

*Please note: This is a summary of the meeting. Official board minutes will be approved at the next regular board meeting being held on July 13th at 6pm. The meeting will be held at the Administration Office.