School board approves hearing officers for 2025-2026 academic year

The CGESD Governing Board convened on July 8, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including public comments, the consent agenda, and the approval of hearing officers for the upcoming school year.

The meeting began with a light-hearted exchange among board members, wishing each other well for upcoming vacations and retirements. Following this, the board moved to item 5.01, the call to the public, where it was noted that no public comments were submitted.

Next, the board addressed the consent agenda under item 6.01. It was highlighted that item 6.09 had been removed from the agenda, with Dr. Lehi recusing himself from that particular discussion. After confirming there were no questions or comments regarding the remaining items, Mr. Schute made a motion to approve the agenda, excluding item 6.09. The motion received a second from Ms. Susan, and the board proceeded to a roll call vote. All present members, including President Varela, Ms. Martinez, Ms. Sisson, Mr. Stavely, and Mr. Schute, voted in favor, resulting in the motion passing.

With the consent agenda approved, the board moved on to item 6.09, which involved the approval of hearing officers for the 2025-2026 school year. Ms. Martinez, stepping in as the new chair, initiated the discussion. After confirming that all members had received prior communication regarding the hearing officers, she called for a motion. Mr. Schute moved to approve the hearing officers, and Ms. Susan seconded the motion. A roll call vote followed, with all members except President Varela, who was recused, voting in favor. The motion passed successfully.

The meeting concluded with the board transitioning to the next agenda item, awaiting the return of Ms. Ferelli. Overall, the meeting was marked by efficient discussions and unanimous decisions on the key agenda items.