Romulus board approves MHSAA membership; superintendent outlines summer programs and fundraising goals
June 29, 2026 | Romulus Community Schools, School Boards, Michigan
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The Romulus Community Schools Board of Education on June 29 approved a resolution authorizing the district’s membership in the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) for Aug. 1, 2026–July 31, 2027, allowing Romulus High School and Romulus Middle School to participate in MHSAA‑sponsored interscholastic athletics and postseason tournaments.
Treasurer Canard moved the membership resolution and Trustee Jackson supported the motion. A roll call vote recorded yes votes from Canard, Jackson, President Laster and Vice President Davis; the motion carried.
Earlier in the meeting Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Edmonson gave a district update, reporting that summer discovery programs for elementary and middle school students have begun and that, because of extreme heat, the district plans half‑day schedules for Wednesday and Thursday during the week referenced in the meeting. Edmonson said he will offer additional tutoring this summer to students whose families request support and noted that administrators will convene a planning day with principals the following Wednesday.
Edmonson also said the district had completed staff evaluations and settled contracts after extended negotiations and thanked interim finance director Josh Dyer for supporting the district’s finances on a part‑time basis. He warned of state budget activity tied to the June 30 deadline and said the district may need to amend its budget when the state makes changes. He described the district’s annual "Birdies for Eagles" golf fundraiser — in its fifth year — and said the goal is to net $70,000; as of the meeting the district had received about $22,000 in donations.
The board also approved routine consent items and scheduled its 2026 organizational meeting for July 13 at 6 p.m. Trustees discussed forming a committee to develop criteria and a schedule for a proposed Hall of Fame recognizing community contributors and noted upcoming community engagement and a preview of a November "hold harmless" ballot proposal estimated at roughly $100 per household annually if approved, which the superintendent said would protect about $750,000 in district revenue if it passes.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:42 p.m.
Treasurer Canard moved the membership resolution and Trustee Jackson supported the motion. A roll call vote recorded yes votes from Canard, Jackson, President Laster and Vice President Davis; the motion carried.
Earlier in the meeting Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Edmonson gave a district update, reporting that summer discovery programs for elementary and middle school students have begun and that, because of extreme heat, the district plans half‑day schedules for Wednesday and Thursday during the week referenced in the meeting. Edmonson said he will offer additional tutoring this summer to students whose families request support and noted that administrators will convene a planning day with principals the following Wednesday.
Edmonson also said the district had completed staff evaluations and settled contracts after extended negotiations and thanked interim finance director Josh Dyer for supporting the district’s finances on a part‑time basis. He warned of state budget activity tied to the June 30 deadline and said the district may need to amend its budget when the state makes changes. He described the district’s annual "Birdies for Eagles" golf fundraiser — in its fifth year — and said the goal is to net $70,000; as of the meeting the district had received about $22,000 in donations.
The board also approved routine consent items and scheduled its 2026 organizational meeting for July 13 at 6 p.m. Trustees discussed forming a committee to develop criteria and a schedule for a proposed Hall of Fame recognizing community contributors and noted upcoming community engagement and a preview of a November "hold harmless" ballot proposal estimated at roughly $100 per household annually if approved, which the superintendent said would protect about $750,000 in district revenue if it passes.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:42 p.m.
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