Midland School Board to Vote on Strategic Plan and Budget Amendment

The board will also consider several other items at their monthly meeting.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:05am

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The Midland Public Schools Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 16, where they will vote on approving a new high-level strategic plan as well as a 2025-26 budget amendment. The board will also consider several other items, including swimming pool resurfacing, demolition of water fountains, and approval of gifts totaling $10,445.

Why it matters

The strategic plan and budget amendment are crucial decisions that will shape the direction and financial health of the Midland public school district. The other items on the agenda, such as facility upgrades and new programs, also demonstrate the board's efforts to maintain and improve the district's infrastructure and educational offerings.

The details

The board will vote on approving a new high-level strategic plan for the district, which will likely outline the district's key goals and priorities for the coming years. They will also consider a 2025-26 budget amendment, as well as bids for swimming pool resurfacing, pea stone removal and mulch installation, and demolition of water fountains to comply with Filter First legislation. Additionally, the board will vote on accepting $10,445 in gifts and changing the start time of the April 20 regular meeting.

  • The Midland Public Schools Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • The board will vote on changing the start time of the April 20, 2026 regular meeting to 6 p.m.

The players

Midland Public Schools Board of Education

The governing body responsible for overseeing the Midland public school district, which includes seven elected members.

Phil Rausch

The president of the Midland Public Schools Board of Education.

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What they’re saying

“The vote on the strategic plan will be preceded by a strategic planning update by Board President Phil Rausch.”

— Phil Rausch, Board President

What’s next

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The takeaway

The Midland Public Schools Board of Education is taking important steps to chart the district's future direction through the approval of a new strategic plan and budget amendment, while also addressing facility needs and accepting community support through gifts. These decisions will have a significant impact on the quality of education and resources available to Midland students.