MPPS Board of Education Meeting - August 24, 2026

The Mount Pleasant Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on August 24, 2026, focusing on regular district business including policy updates, board member appointments, and safety protocols. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of updated board policies related to contracts, purchasing, procurement with federal funds, construction bidding, and use of district property. The board approved the district's Emergency Operations Plan for the 2026-2027 school year, which incorporates state-mandated standard response terminology and safety measures funded in part by a tribal grant for panic button technology. Additionally, the board appointed Nathan Thompson to fill a board vacancy, citing his prior experience and training as beneficial for upcoming tasks such as the superintendent evaluation and audit review. The meeting also covered updates on new staff hires, safety training, and upcoming events, but no specific contract awards or RFPs were discussed.