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Aug 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Finance Committee Finance Meeting
The finance committee meeting covered several operational and financial updates. Discussions included sales tax receipts, a deficit review of the medical and dental insurance plans, and a report on reimbursable grants. The committee also addressed budget revisions, the approval of the annual operating budget resolution, and upcoming bid openings for food service and a wrestling facility. Operational updates focused on construction projects at local schools, technology performance metrics, supply chain challenges affecting parts procurement, and power surges affecting chillers at school facilities.
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DeSoto Parish School Board Regular Public Board Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included the recognition of outstanding educators and the introduction of new teachers for the 2026-27 academic year. A presentation on Telehealth services currently available at select schools was provided. The board approved a policy regarding the protection of criminal background information and confirmed the hearing officer list for the 2026-2027 term. Additionally, a public notice was read regarding an upcoming public hearing to approve the 2026-27 fiscal year operating budget. The Superintendent provided updates regarding the opening convocation and the successful first day of school.
Aug 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
DeSoto Parish School Board School Board Meeting
The meeting commenced with an invocation and the pledge of allegiance. The superintendent and board members discussed the start of the 2026-2027 school year, emphasizing a theme of 'growing together' and focusing on student growth, achievement, and a collaborative school culture. The board reviewed initiatives including the 'Portrait of a Graduate' program, which aims to develop student skills such as goal orientation, critical thinking, global communication, resilience, and empathy.
Jul 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Minnesota Parish School Board Regular Meeting
The board meeting included a special presentation honoring a local culinary team for their state championship victory. The agenda featured a public hearing for the upcoming fiscal year budget and a presentation of the finance committee report. Key actions included the approval of school audits, the superintendent's contract renewal, the annual operating budget, millage rates for the tax year, and the official journal. Further proceedings involved the approval of the salary schedule, a policy review regarding criminal background check procedures for volunteers and staff, and a year-end strategic plan update focusing on attendance metrics, chronic absenteeism, suspension rates, and ongoing academic support initiatives.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
