Trustees:
Michael McVey (Chair), Darcy Berwick, Nate Hanson

Meetings:
Monthly and special as needed

Description:
The Finance Committee, in collaboration with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Finance, manages the overall budget for the district. 

 

Trustees:
Jason Tizedes (Chair), Lauren Gold, Jennifer Steben

Meetings:
Monthly and special as needed

Description:
These Trustees meet monthly to review policy updates, work with the whole Board to create or modify policies, and advise the District Leadership Team on relevant matters.

Trustees:
Darcy Berwick (Chair), Tim Austin, Jason Tizedes

Meetings:
Monthly and special as needed

Description:
This committee will review goals, action steps/strategies emerging from data and feedback to help shape the district’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan and define a bold, future-ready vision for SAS. The committee, comprised of board committee members, district and building administration, and union leaders will provide feedback and insight through adoption and will then engage in quarterly progress updates, continuous monitoring, and iterative refinement to keep the plan responsive and impactful.

Adolescent Health Curriculum Updates: Updated curriculum for 2025-26 school year has been approved by the Board of Education. Information about the 2024-25 curriculum can be found on the curriculum website. 

Trustees:
Lauren Gold
TBA

Meetings:
Monthly

Description:
These Trustees represent the Board in coordination with district policy 2418, state law, and the existing staff and community members on the committee.

 

POLICY LINK
Trustees:
Rotating Board Members

Meetings:
Monthly and subcommittees as needed

Description:
Saline Area Schools and its Board of Education are committed to creating a culturally competent and responsive school environment where the diverse attributes of each student, staff member, and community member are recognized, valued, and celebrated. The Advisory Committee will support and enhance these efforts by developing strategies and providing multiple perspectives to inform the Board on how to continuously improve its efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive school community.

Board of Education Presentations
January and May 2023

April 13, 2021

June 9, 2020

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEIAC)

The DEIAC is comprised of representatives from the following groups and is currently seeking new members. 

District Designee:
Ryan Kerr

ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATION
The Board of Education DEI Committee members and Superintendent (or designee) will appoint new members to the Committee when there is a vacancy. A vacancy will exist if a member resigns from the Committee or their term expires. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and will stay on file for two years. Committee members, other than the Board Member Committee Members and Superintendent, are limited to serving for two consecutive terms. A single term is two years. • Selection process will be by application • Applications will be reviewed by the Superintendent (or designee) and Board DEI Committee Members on a rolling basis • If selected, applicant will be notified when a vacancy becomes available

Click HERE to apply. 

VISION AND MISSION

Vision:
The vision of the DEI Advisory Committee is to foster an inclusive, educational community where every member feels welcomed, heard, valued, and respected. We aspire to involve and reflect the communities we serve because having varied perspectives leads to better outcomes.

Mission:
In alignment with the Saline Area Schools strategic framework and compass, we will create an educational environment that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

By Diversity, we mean embracing, honoring, and celebrating the wide array of differences within us including, but not limited to: race, age, sex, body type, gender expression, gender identity, color, socioeconomic class, ethnicity, language, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, religion/spirituality, and ability.

By Equity, we mean ensuring all members within the District have an equal opportunity to participate in the educational community. The goal of the Committee is to ensure Each and EVERY member in our educational community will have the opportunity, resources, and support to thrive and grow. We align our policies, practices, and resources to result in more responsive practices to better meet the needs of our community of students, teachers, administrators, and staff, where all can thrive.

By Inclusion, we mean encouraging, promoting, and sustaining a true sense of belonging and empowerment for each and every member of our educational community. We nurture an environment in which everyone feels valued and respected.

COMMITTEE CHARGE
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, in partnership with the Superintendent and the Board, shall:

A. Assess the current district environment related to diversity, equity and inclusion.

B. Review and make recommendations to applicable district policies and procedures related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

C. Assess district efforts and progress in achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives.

D. Make Recommendations to the Board regarding DEI initiatives that the Committee believes will aid in the implementation of the purpose of this Policy.

E. Present at least quarterly to the Board of Education regarding committee activities

Trustees:
Tim Austin

Meetings:
As needed

Description:
The mission of the SAS Wellness Advisory Committee is to ensure the Wellness Policy created by the Saline Board of Education, as required by law, is implemented and reviewed regularly. Additionally, The Wellness Committee hopes to support and improve the physical and mental health of our school community, both staff and students, through education, experiences, and access to goods and services.

These Trustees will meet as needed in coordination with the Administration to ensure that the Michigan Department of Education guidelines to promote nutrition, physical education, and general student well-being are addressed.

Wellness Committee

Mission and Vision of Committee

BOE Policy - Policy 8510

Trustees:
Darcy Berwick (Nate Hanson, Alternate)

Meetings:
Monthly

Description:
The committee regularly reviews applications for using discretionary funds for worthwhile projects that enhance the quality of life in the Saline Community through new or expanded programs and/or facilities for the Cultural Arts, Recreation, Enrichment, and Senior Citizens.