Superintendent Dr. Wartman told the board that after a 19-month project, staff and students will start using the new South Campus cafeteria and common space later this week, with a public grand opening scheduled for Dec. 2. He thanked contractors and district staff who supported the project and noted the broader 'Brighter Future' plan that includes additional classroom air-conditioning work next summer.

Separately, Dr. Owens and members of the Parent Teacher Advisory Behavioral Interventions Committee (PTABIC) presented on restorative practices. They emphasized that much of the work is proactive: "80% of restorative practices are those foundational, belonging, engaging, setting up common agreements," a presenter said, and described how restorative intervention rooms provide short-term support and ongoing follow-up for students who need assistance. PTABIC will reconvene in February to review disproportionality data and recommend action items.

Student representatives Ria and Rohan Nagle also reported on student life — fall sports successes, theater productions, retreats and upcoming South Campus cafeteria changes — and trustees complimented the student presentations.