6:26 → 6:56(30s)
Meeting called to order at 6:01 p.m.; secretary conducted roll call and confirmed seven board members present (David Shepherd; Lauren Dowden; Michael Thomas; Denise Jones; Rachel Merricken; O'Neil Gray; Michael O'Neil).
The Evergreen Park ESD 124 Board of Education met Jan. 21, 2026. Trustees heard a facilities assessment for Central Middle School from DLA Architects with cost estimates and a board request to explore a lower-cost $55 million ballot option; received midyear student growth and assessment reports from building leaders; reviewed special-education committee progress; approved the consent agenda and multiple policy updates; and recessed to closed session on personnel and negotiations.
