Columbia Public Schools Board of Education Regular Session
The board meeting featured special recognitions for student and staff accomplishments in various academic and professional programs. The board reviewed updates from the Superintendent and the Board President, including financial reports and professional development plans. Significant action items included the establishment of board committees, approval of new staffing positions, ratification of the superintendent's contract, and the adoption of district policies concerning board meetings, inventory management, professional staff leave, and student bullying. Additionally, the board approved numerous business transactions, facility construction agreements, and technology service contracts.
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Columbia Public Schools Board of Education Regular Session Agenda
The meeting agenda includes recognition of student and staff achievements, reports from the Board President and Superintendent of Schools, and a comprehensive consent agenda covering various business transactions such as construction agreements, technology service renewals, curriculum reviews, and data privacy agreements. Key items for consideration include the adoption of an annual committee establishment plan, new staffing positions, specific curriculum reviews, updates to board policies concerning meetings, inventory management, professional staff leave, and bullying, as well as construction engagements and change orders.
Apr 27, 2026·Board meeting
Columbia Public Schools Policy Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed several district policies. Actions included approving the suspension of professional staff members policy without changes. Multiple policies were recommended for advancement to the Board of Education, including those related to Board Meetings, Bullying, Inventory Management, Professional Staff Long-Term Leaves, and Nontraditional Instruction Options. Additionally, discussions were held regarding professional staff positions and teaching about religion, both of which were deferred for further review at a future meeting.
Apr 13, 2026·Board meeting
Columbia Public Schools Board of Education Regular Session Minutes
The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics included special recognition for student achievements and a board member certification, a student voice segment, and a comprehensive consent agenda covering bids for technology, renovation projects, and various service agreements across district facilities. Additionally, the board considered new business, including the first read and final approval of several district policies, curriculum reviews for Career & Technical Education and Science, a collective bargaining agreement, the 2026-27 amended calendar, salary schedules, and 2025-26 budget amendments. The meeting also included authorization for several construction agreements and engagements for various school facility improvements.
