Ellensburg School District Board Meeting - 10/22/25

The Ellensburg School District Board held a meeting on October 22, 2025, which included presentations from high school journalism students and detailed updates on school improvement plans for Ellensburg High School and Morgan Middle School. The board discussed academic performance goals, student engagement strategies, and new instructional models, including a heritage language program. Financial updates were provided, highlighting expenditures such as subscriptions and curriculum services, and noting challenges with county treasury reconciliations. A significant portion of the meeting focused on levy planning for 2026, including discussions on levy duration, projected assessed values, and compliance with election campaign restrictions. The board approved the levy certification resolution to collect levy taxes in 2026 and also passed a resolution regarding unclaimed property. Additionally, first readings of several updated policies were conducted, including superintendent evaluation and accommodating students with adrenal insufficiency. No new contracts or procurement awards were reported during this meeting.