UPDATE: The Midland Public Schools Board of Education will convene on Monday, December 15, 2023, at 7 p.m. to make a critical decision regarding the future of Superintendent Penny Miller-Nelson. This urgent meeting will take place at the MPS administration center located at 600 East Carpenter.
The board is set to evaluate Miller-Nelson’s performance in a closed session, as mandated by the Open Meetings Act. Following this assessment, they will return to open session to cast their votes on both her evaluation and the potential renewal of her contract. This decision comes at a pivotal time for the district, impacting the leadership direction of Midland Public Schools.
In addition to the superintendent’s evaluation, the board will discuss several pressing issues, including a resolution to sell a vacant property at 2900 Dauer Street to Midland County Habitat for Humanity for $250,000. This site, historically known as the Ashman School, will be transformed into a development featuring 14 single-family homes, with construction led by MPS building trades students, providing valuable hands-on experience.
The agenda for the evening will also include presentations highlighting achievements such as the Shining Stars initiative and updates from the Superintendent Student Advisory Team and high school athletics. After public comments, the board’s curriculum and finance committees will present their reports, further shaping the future of educational initiatives in Midland.
Additionally, the board is anticipated to approve gifts totaling $27,800, demonstrating community support for district programs.
As the board gears up for this significant meeting, the educational community and parents alike are keenly watching the developments. The next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., marking the beginning of a new term.
Stay tuned for live updates and analysis following the meeting, as decisions made on Monday could have far-reaching implications for the future of Midland Public Schools.
