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Board approves three-year SMS contract and updates to employee handbook

Albany Area Schools 6 ISD #745 (Albany Public School District) · December 10, 2025
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Summary

Trustees approved a three-year SMS contract (terminable with 30 days' notice) and adopted updates to the employee handbook; staff said the contract saves about $10,000 to $15,000 versus hiring in-house.

The board voted to approve a three-year contract for SMS services; district staff noted the contract reduces projected costs by roughly $10,000 to $15,000 compared with hiring in-house. The contract includes a 30-day termination provision. Member Sands moved to approve the contract; Member Hennkelman seconded and the motion passed.

Separately, the board approved language updates to the employee handbook on a motion by Member Dirkes, seconded by Member Hennkelman. The handbook changes were adopted as presented and will be implemented through district human resources processes.

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