School Board Meeting Recap | April 9, 2026

Posted Date: 04/16/26 (11:13 AM)

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School Board Meeting Recap

April 9, 2026

A woman smiles while holding an "Employee of the Month" certificate, standing next to a man in a suit.

Employee of the Month: Leah Swenson

We are proud to recognize Leah Swenson, Special Education Paraprofessional, as our March Employee of the Month!

Leah consistently demonstrates a deep commitment to fostering a supportive, engaging learning environment for students and to making a positive impact across the PACT community. Her positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and unwavering dedication to student success make a difference every day.

Please join us in congratulating Leah on this well-deserved recognition!

Accelerate Education Approved for PACT Online Campus

The School Board approved Accelerate Education as the learning and curriculum platform for PACT Online Campus. To learn more, visit our website.

Chief Financial Officer Update

The School Board approved a shared contract with Rockford Public Schools to bring on Bridget Peterson as PACT's Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Peterson has been working with PACT since 2024 through her former financial services company, and we are pleased to continue that relationship in this new capacity.

2026–2027 Academic Calendar Update

The School Board approved an update to the previously distributed 2026–2027 academic calendar. The revision affects the non-school Fridays in October. The updated calendar is available on the PACT website.

Approvals

608 - Instructional Services - Special Education
612 - Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title 1 Programs
613 - Graduation Requirements
615 - Testing Accommodations, Modifications, and Exemptions for IEPs, Section 504 Plans, and LEP Students
616 - Charter School System Accountability
618 - Assessment of Student Achievement
619 - Staff Development for Standards
621 Literacy and the READ Act
622 - Musical Instrument Rental Policy (sunset)
632 - Tele-Related Services
Staff and Salary Changes
Financial Statements for February 2026
PACT K-12 Core Curriculum
School Board Election Ballot

Watch the Board Meeting Recording

The regular board meeting was live-streamed. A recording is available on PACT's YouTube channel. Once approved, complete meeting minutes will be published on the PACT website.

Watch on YouTube

2026 PACT Charter School Board Elections

The annual PACT Charter School Board of Directors election will be held online from April 20 - 25, 2026. All eligible voters will receive an email at the address listed in Infinite Campus with an access key and secure link to submit their vote.

Election results will be certified during the May 7 meeting of the PACT School Board of Directors.

Board Nominees:

Mitchell Wood, Parent
Jonna Meidal, Parent
Austin Jones, Parent

Click on each candidate’s name to read their bio and learn more about their background and vision for PACT. Questions? Contact Kris Foltz, election manager, at elections@pactcharter.org.

2025-2026 School Board of Directors

Board Members:

Ryan Heineman '06 | Board Chair, parent

Ann Ostendorf | Board Vice Chair, teacher

Nathan Plack | Treasurer, parent

Amanda Mackereth | Board Secretary, teacher

Jason Busch | parent

Nicole Kallod | teacher

Chad Lucas | parent

Danae Trauth '18 | teacher

Nicole Rhoad | community member

Ex-Officio Member:

Nathan Flansburg | Superintendent

The PACT Charter School Board of Directors agrees to uphold PACT's mission to partner as parents, students, and staff to develop students of character and academic excellence. The Board provides overall direction for PACT's development and growth, evaluates the Superintendent of Schools, approves all significant educational and operational policies, and monitors compliance.