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Superintendent Kirby reports hiring activity, retiree celebration and legal updates; crisis-alert system due by Fall 2026
Summary
Superintendent Ben Kirby said certified hires for 2026–27 are underway, about 39 retirees will be honored, an FHEA negotiation update will be given in closed session, the 31aa grant appeal is moving to the Supreme Court, House Bill 6058 is moving to higher court, and a crisis-alert system will be functional by Fall 2026.
Superintendent Ben Kirby told the Curriculum Committee that certified hires for the 2026–27 school year are in progress and will be brought forward for consideration. He said a closed session will provide an update to board members on the Forest Hills Education Association (FHEA) negotiation progress.
Kirby said the district will hold a retirement celebration for approximately 39 retirees and reported legal developments: "The 31aa grant appeal is moving to the Supreme Court," and House Bill 6058 concerning insurance costs is moving to a higher court. He also said the crisis alert system installation is happening and is expected to be functional and accessible to staff by Fall 2026.
The Superintendent's remarks were given as an informational update at the end of the meeting; the minutes record these items but do not show resultant actions or votes within the Curriculum Committee minutes.
