Ada Board of Education Regular Meeting
The board meeting involved comprehensive financial and operational approvals for the 2026-2027 school year, covering certified staff salary scales, stipend pay, and increased compensation for substitute teachers. Key administrative actions included the approval of district handbooks, policy revisions regarding bullying, and the adoption of the Cardiac Response Plan. The board authorized multiple contracts and funding agreements, such as the SFE contract, acceptance of the Dart Grant, and participation in STEM funding initiatives. Operational business included reviewing encumbrance orders, managing investment reports, appointing authorized representatives for federal projects, and determining surplus items. Personnel matters, including hiring, contract changes, and resignations, were addressed following an executive session.