Royal Oak Schools Board approves hiring of four new paraprofessionals

The Royal Oak School Board meeting on March 13, 2025, focused on personnel changes, specifically the hiring of paraprofessionals to support local schools. The board discussed five recommendations for hiring, which include four paraprofessional positions. These new hires will be placed at Adams, Oak Ridge, Royal Oak Bridal School, and Trails.

Despite these additions, the district still requires two more paraprofessionals for Royal Oak High School and one for Upton Elementary. This need has prompted the administration to propose an increase in the total number of employees to 600.

Trustee Van Heitzman made a motion to approve the personnel changes as outlined in the board packet, which was seconded by Trustee Wiki. The motion was put to a vote and passed unanimously, indicating strong support for the staffing adjustments.

The meeting highlighted the ongoing efforts of the Royal Oak Schools to address staffing needs and enhance support for students across the district. Further discussions on additional agenda items followed the approval of the personnel changes.