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A substantive discussion centered on policy 5407 (instructional program/curriculum development and the process for appeals related to library and instructional materials). Staff described three different approaches used by neighboring districts: (1) final decision by the superintendent or designee (Jenison model), (2) appeals reviewed by a board curriculum committee (Forest Hills model), or (3) appeals filed to the board with a written response (Grandville model). Board members debated whether the superintendent should have final authority, whether a smaller board committee should review appeals to avoid convening the full board for every appeal, or whether the full board should retain final authority.

Board member Don and others expressed concern that returning decisions to the full board could create recurring, high-profile appeals and that the district’s updated process — which includes parent subcommittees and multi-step review involving principals and curriculum committees — was designed specifically to reduce appeals reaching the board. Some board members said they favored retaining a meaningful board role for rare cases. Several members requested staff draft a clear revised policy on 5407 that preserves the district’s internal review process while specifying who would have final review if an appeal proceeds beyond the superintendent.

Staff said they will rework 5407 to bring a cleaner draft to the next work session and asked for board input on whether final authority should rest with the superintendent, a board committee, or the full board; the board asked staff to return the revised policy and to include related procedures (for example, the district’s book-review guidelines) in the draft so the board can consider the full process together.

Separately, board members raised clarifying edits to other policies under review (for example, 3105 on visitor sign-in and escorting), asked about background check language and intellectual property/logo usage in district policy, and confirmed that individual policy edits will be returned for formal action in June.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Hudsonville Public Schools Board of Education Work Session 04-28-25","oneSentenceSummary","The board scheduled a hearing on policy 5207 (anti-bullying) and directed staff to rework policy 5407 (instructional program and curriculum development) to clarify the appeal path for library and instructional materials — specifically whether the superintendent, a board committee, or the full board should have final review.","taxTitle","Hudsonville Public School District, School Boards, Michigan","taxId",38682,"location","Michigan","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581319,"District proposes 1:1 device purchase for incoming grades and specialist refresh; estimate $322,440",306,2312000,2618000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a&start=2312&end=2618","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a/thumbnail_2312000.jpg","/articles/6581319/Michigan/District-proposes-11-device-purchase-for-incoming-grades-and-specialist-refresh-estimate-322440","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581319-b0271fecf7281307218f9f6cacd255b5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771828534&Signature=GEpqJe4B5LbK5E4ubQjFmsLlx~gS3zL9E6c7080HejVPQOeMSe5uCNGjaQ6RDAf00gS7meT31tv63pvIJ3wiE1JQj03FgaIjErkc83okX6tpjR5u85Ariw6YnEr-~QBS18zuxauXzeEYlHcnhXWujeKCNHrtihFmC2Plai5ohT5Uze0gHQgzoDWeGld-DLpFaOYqK~LYuOz6IpegHWgFFFhSEo-DjaSincK9P5W0cVdNNLuzlOhlpLbrC6QchjhcvDGdhLx1Jr8vV2~SErO~Qolfhn6~CdlzyPqRwU~7VmHM~cEGH4LSHzO2soTnlrDdD3~xbmp0I0DKgUkV5lwPLQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff said that, as a 1:1 district, the regular device refresh cycle calls for replacing devices for incoming fifth- and ninth-grade cohorts and specialist teacher iPads (art, music). The recommendation in the packet is to source Chromebooks and iPads using existing contracts and education discounts: Chromebooks sourced under a REMSI contract and Apple devices sourced through Apple’s education pricing. Staff presented a total amount of $322,440 for the combined purchase.

Staff explained they maintain an “Apple shop” for specialist tools where iPads are the preferred device for art and music specialists and that Chromebooks are used as the student tablet for general instruction. The vendor and pricing approach was described as consistent with prior sourcing practices and designed to obtain educational discounts.

Board members asked about tariff exposure and whether the district is locked into price; staff said prices are favorable currently but not guaranteed and earlier ordering reduces the risk of backorders and price increases. “We’re not locked in,” the presenter said about tariffs and pricing, and added that getting orders placed sooner reduces the district’s liability to future price increases.

The recommendation will be presented to the board for approval at the upcoming meeting.","Staff recommended purchasing Chromebooks for incoming fifth- and ninth-graders and iPads for specialist teachers under cooperative contracts totaling $322,440; staff noted Apple educational discounts and timing concerns related to tariffs and inventory.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":79,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581324,"District seeks to upgrade elementary AV and classroom sound; staff recommends networked systems",2883000,3189000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a&start=2883&end=3189","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a/thumbnail_2883000.jpg","/articles/6581324/Michigan/District-seeks-to-upgrade-elementary-AV-and-classroom-sound-staff-recommends-networked-systems","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581324-99e16757b913dc526e343205a344ee07/orig.mp4?Expires=1771828534&Signature=PlvF6GGGljJLMYtde-GBl9P~UKfA9yjc3LSQ3p0sru3HfQVoKtfQC2g2hKstJ8OFnYKjQnuh2LQPFybQbzezO6p9dxkMB8KGNy8ZrE~76S-nAODHe4vLtOwVvkgF7ARnJDsO2VDuIYLmWDyrBZhHpvKBa77tLiv4olh-jK1VyBHeCOISQTDQifYmf6QN-MCSJjPMfDRgBYTMQWYRHWK6rik4j~hgbXRSQbvFNkk3YrWhhQ5YZD6MPN-Q~TbjkwD2K-zZO1Ls-PTKM27ZPbvRZis1KB73ZRlNN9Ou74raQztZxJ8qZkDRr4bRNFG8FDjxLF79I7jfFQBmpiau7G4uzg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff presented a multi-school audio-visual and classroom sound replacement project covering several elementary schools (Allward, Forest Grove, Georgetown, Jamestown Upper and Lower, South) and alternates for the former freshman campus (now Northern Campus) and South Elementary PA system. Staff said initial bidding targeted non-networked amplifier systems but the low bid allowed the district to upgrade to networked systems that add security and building control features.

A staff presenter said the networked upgrade would let staff lock down a building with a single push and call the office from a classroom device, adding security and remote maintenance capabilities. “Because of the low bidder in this category gave us a very favorable pricing, we felt we were able to upgrade to network,” the presenter said.

Staff presented a base bid and alternates; the work could include projector and screen replacement, upgraded classroom sound, and building-wide PA system replacements for specific schools. Staff noted three bidders provided competitive pricing on the digital and AV work; the transcript lists Moss Telecom and Town and Country among bidders and included comparative bid amounts in the packet.

Staff will present the recommended contract(s) for board approval; scope, alternates, and final award amounts will be determined at the time of formal action.","Staff recommended replacing projectors, screens and classroom sound systems across several elementary schools, upgrading to networked systems where budget allowed; the project includes alternates for the former freshman (Northern) campus and South Elementary PA replacement.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581329,"Board presented Park Elementary classroom redesign and furniture purchase — $892,518 recommendation",667,849000,1516000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a&start=849&end=1516","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a/thumbnail_849000.jpg","/articles/6581329/Michigan/Board-presented-Park-Elementary-classroom-redesign-and-furniture-purchase-892518-recommendation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581329-69b7c44772e6c3437316d2b41fbda265/orig.mp4?Expires=1771828534&Signature=R20il8VO~yPyhc4cDqFRFM29uBcuDYICKbwlvvj385v3t7d9YziQppKTB5BFNnTuBJKeGuf3TFgzUpmn~VWidbXsYF3ERC3W7T2GkCBRTtGFr3SwSrqb67NrXAVVOPX3m5Vpb-JK3mHypbtsYzBPWiErEgcfaShal9sMWWWD9rV3Kjp7lFELRCt0lCr-YrqW8Wex3srecOt8FvzgUop3urKVYp3J9dmMC-ogg84oGz-v8NhN-Vx-4VqrvePS~na~yiNe1eEofGydhXsX4T4Hje-LQj4WiZPPz-jwOKPfib9w6Z4CewtuAK~xj4sr3cl05Cjqa07bdsvWDSlJ74sYCA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff presented the Park Elementary design playbook and classroom furniture plan, describing the remodeled layout and a recommended furniture purchase methodology. A presenter described the kindergarten classroom layout, modular pentagon tables on wheels, teacher work stations with built-in organizer cubbies, storage shelving for new curriculum materials, stools that tuck under activity tables, and quiet breakout “ottoman” seating. “This table is 5 sided pentagon … it gives us the ability to be really efficient in the class,” the presenter said while walking through the design playbook for Park Elementary.

The presentation said the classroom changes reflect extensive teacher input gathered over seven months with meetings every two weeks and tours of factory and school examples. Staff said the district will replace furniture across the entire building rather than only in new addition rooms; usable existing pieces will be moved within the district where appropriate.

Budget and procurement: staff recommended buying furniture off municipal purchasing contracts (for example, Omnia) rather than running multiple public bid packages. They said these cooperative contracts meet Michigan purchasing standards and allow the district to select specific pieces that meet its quality and budget requirements. The total recommendation for furniture and allowances, including a 5% contingency and tariff allowances, was presented as $892,518 to be charged against bond proceeds from the district’s 2019 bond sales (proceeds issued in series in 2023 and earlier bond series).

Board member Pat asked whether the purchase covered only new rooms; staff answered the purchase was for “everything in the building.” Board members discussed order timing and potential backorders; staff said earlier ordering improves the chance of receiving items before the fall and that they would present the recommendation for board approval at an upcoming meeting.

Staff also noted installation will be handled by an installer the district is considering; the district plans to retain as much serviceable furniture as possible and move it to other buildings or store it for later use.

The item was a staff recommendation and will return to the board as an action item for approval from bond funds.","District staff reviewed the Park Elementary remodel furniture plan, described classroom furniture features, and recommended using municipal purchasing contracts to buy furniture for the entire building with a total recommendation of $892,518 from bond proceeds.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581334,"District presents K–4 lessons on bullying, plans board hearing on anti-bullying policy",95,488000,583000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a&start=488&end=583","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3160670-a3236d747aa8311ee632455ddc90af1a/thumbnail_488000.jpg","/articles/6581334/Michigan/District-presents-K4-lessons-on-bullying-plans-board-hearing-on-anti-bullying-policy","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581334-15c23edf06c65c085189073b2af867c2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771828534&Signature=el5ljM8xX7PKBmdOdnAjA0fGJbvmXgfdGhNhiapnIBNM9QKaqR34QtDw9D2fKICzcealv4y0TWW1PHBaq1mpvyS9wYWQXW-vs3lSq3jyMwYEkSaCsBOueOPVSlw7Mhe8XL353W5N9Y2eUx9LYI5l1qQEyrBG5F60yn6E3stiu4bWLv6S~8MISguETY7WVlM3e4~sBFKAVG7MVMNSrSaFxWue1JGOjaDAg~37b7OtkClyYLy3JEg0wK7z7Ebqn8NkvEO2LdYWHSSVsw14wRRwZMmrjZxSptxi3K0oEjJGXJXwAf9HafRm3LuGLoRq5WyNv96eaLFYVWiZcfBSqlgSZQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mrs. Thomas, the Diversity and Advocacy Committee (DAC) lead, told the board the district is presenting a package of lessons for grades K–4 that specifically address bullying and harassment as additions to the district’s SOAR (own it, act responsibly, be respectful) initiative. “These lessons are specific to the topics of bullying and harassment,” Mrs. Thomas said, describing two lesson strands: one focused on shifting from kindness to empathy and perspective-taking, and a second teaching a problem-solving process tied to existing social-emotional learning tools such as the SOAR solution wheels.

Dr. Mandege introduced the item and framed it as the product of several years of DAC work under Mrs. Thomas’s leadership. Mrs. Thomas said each grade-level group included at least three teachers; the PBIS specialist led the framework and teacher groups reviewed read-alouds and classroom materials. “We first established a criterion for consensus … we were looking for at least 76% of committee members to vote yes for it to move forward to the board of education,” she said. She reported unanimous approval for grades K–3 and two abstentions in the fourth-grade review because two committee members had not had time to review the materials outside the committee meeting.

Board members praised the materials. Dawn, a board member, said the distinction between “mean behavior” and bullying was critical and called the lessons “fantastic.” Another board member asked whether third graders know about social platforms such as TikTok; Mrs. Thomas responded that students often encounter media and social video content through platforms and YouTube, and lessons account for that exposure.

Staff noted the lessons are being presented to the board for review and that they plan to bring the PBAs lesson package to the next regular board meeting for a vote. In addition, the board chair announced the board will ask the full board at the next meeting to pass a resolution setting a hearing on policy 5207 (anti-bullying) before the district takes final action on related policy language.

Discussion points included adapting fourth-grade materials when students did not receive a third-grade lesson in prior years, offering multiple options for students who are uncomfortable confronting peers directly, and the role of families in reinforcing lessons at home. Mrs. Thomas and the PBIS team said classrooms and teachers will reinforce lessons throughout the year and that the district may refine lessons after first-year use.

The presentation and the vote schedule were characterized as a preparatory step: the board was asked to review the materials and to expect the item as an action item at the next regular meeting following the scheduled hearing on policy 5207.","Hudsonville Public School District staff presented a new K–4 package of lessons focused on bullying and harassment, developed by the district’s Diversity and Advocacy Committee and PBIS team, and said they will ask the board to schedule a vote after a public hearing on the anti-bullying policy.","actionData","errors"]

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