2/23/2026 Ferndale Public Schools Regular Board Meeting

The Ferndale Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 23, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included approval of a fiber structure cabling project and a network electronics upgrade project, both partially funded by federal grants and local bonds. The board also approved new advanced placement classes and educational programs such as Project Rise and Project Lead the Way, which includes AI education. Additionally, the board supported placing an Oakland County Regional Enhancement millage on the ballot, which could provide approximately $759,000 in funding to the district if passed. Presentations included updates on a large out-of-school time grant program involving partnerships with Royal Oak Township and various vendors to provide enrichment and STEM opportunities for students. The meeting also covered school of choice enrollment limits based on building capacity and staffing. Overall, the meeting focused on approving technology infrastructure upgrades, educational program expansions, and supporting funding initiatives to enhance district resources and student opportunities.