June 22, 2026, P 12 Board of Education Meeting. part 2

The Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 22, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of adjusted technology purchasing agreements with Data Image and People Driven Technology, reflecting a $174,540 increase due to market price rises and vendor configuration changes, bringing the total contract value to approximately $1.25 million. The board also approved a contract for the employment of the new superintendent, Mike Aseli, effective July 1, 2026. Additionally, the board discussed and approved a school improvement bond proposition totaling $510 million to fund a 15-20 year facilities master plan involving new school construction, major renovations, safety and security upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. The bond includes provisions for transparency and community input throughout the multi-phase project. Board members emphasized the importance of fair and transparent procurement processes, including sharing RFP details and evaluation criteria with the board to ensure accountability. Other topics included policy updates related to technology use in schools and ongoing efforts to improve district operational efficiencies through audits and committee reviews.