Ellensburg School District Board Meeting - 5/28/25

The Ellensburg School District Board held a meeting on May 28, 2025, focusing significantly on the adoption of new curriculum materials for English, science, and social sciences at the high school level. The board reviewed detailed presentations on proposed textbooks and materials, including costs, alignment with state standards, and feedback from instructional materials committees. Notably, the board discussed the adoption of a new chemistry textbook and other science materials that are college-approved, as well as new social science and history texts, including an AP African-American Studies textbook. Budget considerations were addressed, with science materials coming in under budget and social sciences slightly over but absorbed within the overall budget. The board voted to approve the curriculum adoption as an action item. Additionally, financial updates were provided, highlighting revenues, expenditures, and fund balances across various funds, including capital projects and debt service. The board also approved the district's strategic plan for 2025-2030 and two policies related to kindergarten transition and sexual harassment. No new procurement contracts or RFPs were announced, but the curriculum adoption represents a significant purchasing decision for the district.