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Board directs superintendent to negotiate head of school contract, to return recommendation by March 13
Summary
Board directed Superintendent Dr. McKinnon to negotiate a renewal of the head of school contract for Joel Barlo High School and return a recommendation to the board by March 13, 2025, following discussion about whether the full board should be involved in terms and executive-session review.
The Region School District 09 Board of Education directed Superintendent Dr. McKinnon to enter negotiations with the assistant superintendent and the head of school for a new contract commencing July 1, 2025, with recommendations due to the board by March 13, 2025.
Board members debated whether a small negotiating committee or the full board should shape negotiating priorities. Several members said they preferred Dr. McKinnon to conduct preliminary negotiations and then bring back a "fully baked" recommendation; others asked for at least one executive‑session meeting so the board can provide strategic direction and review contract parameters confidentially. The board’s motion (moved by Chris and seconded by Mary Lee in the meeting record) sets a timeline for the superintendent to conduct negotiations and return proposals for board discussion, with the board reserving the right to meet in executive session on terms.
Administrators will prepare any necessary materials and may hold a pre‑negotiation executive session to align board priorities before finalizing terms and returning a proposal by the March 13 deadline.
