LWVSJ Observer Corps* Notes: SJI School Board, August 21, 2024

Superintendent Fred Woods reported that the San Juan Institute education days went very well with 80-90% teacher and staff attendance. The Institute brings trainers to the island, so district staffers do not have to travel. One issue presented was the role of AI in classroom education.

During repairs of the Stuart Island school, which has been closed for ten years, additional items were found that need to be fixed to prepare the building for students.

Total expected enrollment for the district is up with 795 versus 783 in 2023-2024. The 2024-2025 budget is balanced.

Director Heller stated that the legislative representative meeting to prepare for the upcoming School District association meeting will be on September 20th and 21st and that the 3rd annual San Juan County Schools Legislative Summit will be on September 13th on Orcas Island.

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