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Superintendent Kirby reports program expansions, proficiency review and school calendar dates
Summary
Superintendent Kirby updated the board on staff negotiations, new hires, Bus Driver Rodeo results, Hand2Hand expansion to two schools, proficiency data review, and set the first student day for August 26, 2026, and staff welcome for August 20, 2026.
In his superintendent's report, Superintendent Kirby provided operational updates and key dates for the coming school year.
Kirby noted the district's Bus Driver Rodeo results — Forest Hills drivers placed first in Kent County and two drivers qualified for the state event — and announced Hand2Hand will expand services to Northern Trails 5/6 and Kids Hope at Ada Elementary next school year. He also summarized that the Leadership Team reviewed experience survey data and provided an update on student proficiency figures and the status of remaining employee‑group negotiations.
Kirby confirmed the first day of school for students will be August 26, 2026, and a staff welcome-back event is scheduled for August 20, 2026. The minutes also record one resignation: Paige Hallock, Teacher, Central High School.
