Board ratifies principals' agreement, updates facilities naming policy and approves routine service contracts

The Highline Public Schools Board of Directors unanimously approved several personnel and policy items, including the ratification of a negotiated agreement with the Highline Association of Washington State School Principals, revisions to the district's facilities naming policy, and annual renewals for security camera/system software and athletic training services.

Sarah Baker, executive director of human resources, described the ratified principals' agreement (effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027) as chiefly reorganizational for clarity, with joint commitments on leadership development and changes intended to improve work/life balance for school leaders. Baker said the agreement reorganizes material for clarity, expands leadership development and adjusts vacation usage language to encourage judicious use in partnership with supervisors.

Holly (presenter name recorded in the meeting) reviewed revisions to board policy 69‑70 on naming facilities. The update combines previously separate processes into a single, clearer procedure for naming buildings or parts of buildings, clarifies the presumption that existing names remain unless the board authorizes change, and adds a section to allow plaques of recognition for service or community contributions.

Board members also approved an annual renewal of software licenses for the district's camera and security systems and a professional services agreement with Seattle Children's Hospital to provide athletic training services. These items were presented as routine renewals and authorizations; directors asked no substantive questions before approving the measures.

All motions in this package passed by roll call vote, 5–0. The principals' agreement and revised policy language will be posted with the board packet materials.