Forest Hills Public Schools Board of Education Regular Meeting, April 20, 2026

The Forest Hills Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a six-year contract for the Amplify CKLA English Language Arts curriculum, with expenses not to exceed $1,153,90, partially funded by a 35mm grant. The board also approved the purchase of 340 new Chromebooks and 10 carts for STEAM electives across 10 buildings, with a budget not to exceed $228,680 from 2025 capital projects. Additionally, staff device replacements were approved for up to $727,146, also from 2025 capital projects. A safety-related procurement for a bi-directional amplifier system at Eastern Middle High School was approved, funded by 31A money, to improve emergency responder radio communications. The board reviewed construction updates on ongoing renovations and approved a small project for operations building improvements with bids totaling $62,994. The meeting included a vote to approve distribution of educator compensation funds under section 27L of the Michigan School Aid Act. Public comment raised concerns about the DEI content in the Amplify CKLA curriculum, but the board clarified that the adopted version is the third iteration, which does not include the contested material. Overall, the meeting addressed curriculum adoption, technology procurement, facility improvements, and budget amendments, reflecting active management of educational resources and infrastructure.