MPPS Board of Education Meeting - May 4, 2026

The Mount Pleasant Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 4, 2026, focusing on several key procurement and budget-related topics. A detailed presentation was given by Kevin Cole, Associate Superintendent for Business and Finance at Gresian Isabella, regarding the proposed 2026-27 budget for the Regional Educational Service District (RESD). The discussion covered millage rates, various state and federal grants including cybersecurity funding used to purchase CrowdStrike software, Medicaid revenues supporting mental health services, and expenditures across multiple departments. The board reviewed and approved a resolution supporting the RESD budget. Additionally, the board ratified a tentative two-year agreement with the Mount Pleasant Education Association covering professional policies but deferring wage negotiations to later dates. The meeting also included approval of several updated policies and authorization of out-of-state field trips, including a robotics team trip to a world competition. Curriculum updates and technology integration in education were discussed, highlighting ongoing efforts to maintain current and equitable instructional resources. Overall, the meeting involved significant budgetary approvals, contract ratifications, and policy updates impacting procurement and financial planning for the district.