Selma Unified Board of Trustees Meeting September 10th, 2024

The Selma Unified Board of Trustees held a meeting on September 10, 2024, focusing on various district updates including student activities, athletics, and academic performance metrics. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing the district's strategic plan progress, highlighting improvements in student academic growth and graduation rates, while noting challenges with suspension rates. The board also discussed procurement and facilities projects, including approval of contracts for construction inspection services and electrical upgrades related to a kitchen serving area at Jackson school. Additionally, the board approved a budget update reflecting $141 million in expenditures for the 2023-24 fiscal year, with a 10% reserve maintained, and discussed the extension of a food service operator position to support expanded kitchen operations. Several resolutions were passed, including authorization of signatures for ASB accounts and approval of credential waivers for teachers. The meeting concluded with recognition of successful student internship programs and announcements of upcoming school events and grants. No new major procurement contracts were awarded, but ongoing capital improvement projects and budget allocations were addressed.