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District officials reported 2,716 students enrolled, said a CTE millage will appear on the Nov. 4 ballot, and summarized building upgrades including interactive BenQ boards, keyless entries, common-area TVs, expanded preschool capacity and new robotics offerings.
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District administrators reported a first-week enrollment of 2,716 students, outlined ISD CTE millage outreach ahead of the Nov. 4 ballot, and described technology, facility and preschool expansions across buildings.
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After a lengthy discussion about test scores, curriculum content and costs, the Gaylord Community Schools board voted unanimously to adopt a three‑year extension of the K–6 i‑Ready math program, with administrators citing teacher support and modest savings over shorter terms.
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Administrators told the Gaylord Community Schools board about efforts to recover testing schedules after a recent snowstorm, including using nearby facilities, adding shuttles, new Wi‑Fi hotspots and assistance from Kirtland Community College to accommodate digital testing and accommodations.
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After a two-hour discussion about curriculum content, fidelity and test performance, the Gaylord Community Schools Board of Education voted 7–0 to approve a three‑year extension of the K–6 I‑Ready (Curriculum Associates) math subscription and materials, with administrators promising continued data review and professional development.
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Trustees unanimously approved a bid for electronic locks at two schools, extended a technology contract and adopted Budget Amendment No. 1 for 2024–25; the meeting also accepted the consent agenda, which included $3.1 million in general and athletic fund bills and $84,000 in cafeteria bills.
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Two public speakers used the board’s public comment period to call for a stronger focus on civic foundations in the curriculum and for healthier, lower-sugar school meal options sourced locally or produced in school gardens.
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Board meeting featured a Chamber Singers performance, a robotics/STEM presentation describing team challenges and goals, and school updates about March's STEAM reading month and preschool enrollment.
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Two members of the public addressed the board. Larry Carell spoke about civic education and the importance of teaching foundational civic principles; Karen Olsen urged changes to school food service emphasizing fresh, minimally processed foods and local sourcing.
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School staff described the district's participation in the FIRST Robotics Competition game 'Reefscape' and ongoing robotics team work, including hardware adjustments and student involvement. The presentation highlighted student learning, diversity on the team and plans to recruit more participants.