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Newaygo board OKs 2025–26 calendar after late-start Monday discussion and approves new class
Summary
Trustees approved the 2025–26 school calendar (6–1 vote) after discussion of late-start Mondays, heard an elementary literacy presentation and a set of high school course proposals, and approved a new "History of American Sports" class for 2025–26.
The Newaygo Public Schools Board of Education approved the district’s 2025–26 school calendar on June 16, 2025, after a discussion about late-start Mondays. The calendar passed by a 6–1 vote.
During the presentations portion of the meeting, Melissa Hreha, the NES literacy coach, gave her annual presentation on the elementary literacy program. Gena Dietz, high school principal, presented six proposed classes for the next school year. After those presentations, the board voted to add a new elective, "History of American Sports," for 2025–26. Trustee Jami Schultz moved the addition and Trustee Bruce Gracik seconded; the motion passed 7–0.
Why it matters: The calendar determines school start dates and schedules that affect families, staff and transportation planning. Curriculum changes and new course offerings shape academic choices for high school students.
What comes next: The approved calendar and new course will be implemented for the 2025–26 school year; student handbooks and policy updates will be formally voted on at the July meeting.
