URGENT UPDATE: The Midland Public Schools Board of Education is set to make a critical decision regarding Superintendent Penny Miller-Nelson during a meeting scheduled for tonight at 7 p.m. at the MPS administration center located at 600 East Carpenter.
The board will evaluate Miller-Nelson’s performance and vote on her contract renewal, an event that could have significant implications for the school district’s leadership. This decision follows a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, where the board will assess her personnel evaluation before returning to public session for the vote.
This meeting is not only pivotal for the superintendent’s future but also includes several important updates and resolutions. Alongside the evaluation, the board will discuss a resolution for the sale of a vacant property at 2900 Dauer Street to Midland County Habitat for Humanity for $250,000. This site, former home to Ashman School, is slated for the construction of 14 single-family homes, which will be built by MPS building trades students, emphasizing the district’s commitment to community development and student engagement.
In addition, the board will review gifts totaling $27,800 and hear presentations from various committees, including updates on high school athletics and strategic planning. The session will also feature public comments, reflecting the community’s involvement in local education matters.
Following tonight’s meeting, the next scheduled gathering of the board will be on Tuesday, January 20, 2024, starting with an organizational meeting for the new term.
This meeting holds the potential for dramatic changes in the leadership of Midland Public Schools, making it a crucial event for parents, students, and faculty alike. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.
