June 8 Board Brief

Posted Date: 06/10/26 (09:56 AM)

Here is a quick overview of our regular board meeting on June 8, 2026. Community members are always welcome to join!

Recognitions and Presentations

FBLA National Qualifiers
Ben Dagley introduced Hermiston High School's FBLA national qualifiers, who earned top placements at state across events including computer applications, advanced accounting, data science, and more. The group will compete at nationals in San Antonio, Texas this summer.
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FCCLA National Qualifiers
Angie Treadwell introduced 15 FCCLA national qualifiers who competed in events ranging from job interview to sports nutrition. Hermiston also hosted the state FCCLA conference this year to strong reviews. The group travels to Washington, D.C. July 5–10 for nationals.
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FFA National Qualifiers
Advisor Ellery Jones recognized nine FFA students qualifying for nationals across three events — ag services proficiency, an agriscience research project, and an ag issues presentation. The team competes at nationals in October.
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Track and Field Recognitions
Coach Stephanie Miears recognized state-level HHS track and field athletes and their accomplishments this year.
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Tennis Recognition
Cate Doherty and Aspyn Inners were recognized for placing eighth at state, the latest achievement in a career that includes three state appearances and two MCC regional championships.
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MCC Student Athletes of the Year
The Board recognized Hayden Larson and Cate Doherty as Hermiston's MCC Student Athletes of the Year.
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Student Television Network Recognition
The Board recognized Armand Larive Middle School students who earned honors at the Student Television Network national competition, with a video shared highlighting their award-winning broadcast journalism work.
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Communications and Public Comments

Hermiston Association of Teachers (HAT) Report
Alayna Andrade, incoming HAT president, announced four $1,000 scholarships awarded to students pursuing careers in education and introduced the newly elected HAT leadership team for 2026–27.
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Public Comments
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Board Reports
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Business Report

Financial Report
Katie Saul announced the district's 20th consecutive Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The April financial report showed state fund payments slightly below projection due to spring corrections, with year-to-date expenditure savings of approximately $647,000 and a projected ending fund balance of 10%.
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2026–27 Budget Adoption
The Board voted to adopt the 2026–27 district budget.
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Superintendent's Office and Action Items

Enrollment Report
Dr. Mooney reported May enrollment at 5,069 students K–12, down 18 from the prior month and 156 from the same point last year, consistent with ongoing statewide trends. Registration for all returning students opens in July, with in-person support available at the district office for new and incoming kindergarten families.
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Action Items
Rejoining the InterMountain Education Service District
The Board voted to approve rejoining the InterMountain ESD effective July 1, 2027. Discussion centered on special education services, staffing, and long-term sustainability. The board emphasized the district retains full responsibility for student education and requested the administration develop outcome metrics and provide regular updates throughout the transition.
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The next regular board meeting is July 13, 2026 at 6:00 P.M.

Hermiston School District

305 SW 11th Street, Hermiston, OR 97838

PH: 541-667-6000