Northshore School District School Board Retreat May 16, 2026 P2

The Northshore School District School Board held a retreat on May 16, 2026, focusing primarily on revising and streamlining the district's governance parameters and goal reports. The board discussed reducing the number of parameters from 14 to 9 to improve coherence, reduce redundancies, and better align with the strategic plan. They emphasized the importance of clear, measurable language and embedding racial and educational justice throughout the district's work. The board also addressed the implementation process, including iterative reviews and adoption timelines. Additionally, the board deliberated on the newly authorized compensation for board members, clarifying which meetings and events qualify for the $50 per meeting stipend, with a cap of $4,800 annually. They agreed on a process for documenting attendance and compensation, including retroactive pay starting from the current fiscal year. The meeting concluded with plans for emergency awareness training for board members.