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Emergency Operations Plan Development and Compliance
Emergency Management · School Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, a designated Emergency Management Coordinator, and a formal mass-notification system — relying instead on social media for urgent communications. Compliance mandates under MCL 380.1308b and MCL 29.19(7) for EOP review and drill documentation represent the district's most pressing regulatory obligations.
The opportunity
Two grant opportunities with July 2026 deadlines are explicitly aligned to school hardening, mass notification, and emergency communications, offering a strong, time-bound funding path. With new district leadership in place and an annual budget meeting in June 2026, the window to act within the current fiscal cycle is narrow.
Mass Notification System Implementation for Student and Staff Safety
Emergency Management · Student Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district has no formal mass notification system and currently relies on Facebook for urgent communications, falling short of emergency preparedness standards under MCL 380.1308b and MCL 29.19(7). This gap exposes students, staff, and the broader school community to significant safety and compliance risk during critical incidents.
The opportunity
BRIC and HSGP grant deadlines in July 2026 provide a near-term, funded pathway for mass notification and emergency communications infrastructure with limited local match required. Acting within the current budget cycle aligns procurement with annual appropriations planning and closes a documented compliance and safety gap before the next school year.
Strengthen Endpoint Security and Credential Management
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks enterprise-wide password management and endpoint management controls, creating measurable exposure to credential-based attacks and unmanaged device risks. These gaps represent active cybersecurity compliance deficiencies affecting staff, students, and organizational data integrity.
The opportunity
New district leadership and the June 2026 annual budget cycle create a timely window to address these controls, supported by an existing IT spend baseline and cooperative purchasing vehicles that streamline procurement. Acting within the current fiscal cycle reduces risk exposure and positions the district for stronger security posture ahead of the next academic year.
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Discuss this project →Close WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Gaps on Public-Facing Digital Properties
Digital Accessibility · Grant Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The district's public-facing website shows no evidence of WCAG 2.1 compliance, creating legal exposure and potential barriers for students, families, and community members with disabilities. Unresolved accessibility gaps may also jeopardize eligibility for technology-related grant funding tied to compliance requirements.
The opportunity
The June 2026 budget cycle and active grant compliance mandates for technology create a time-sensitive window to remediate accessibility gaps before funding eligibility is at risk. Addressing WCAG 2.1 now reduces legal liability, supports equitable access, and positions the district for continued grant participation.
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