The board meeting addressed financial authorizations including bill payments and a review of the General Fund financial statement. Key approvals included the Pupil Progression Plan for the 2026-2027 school year, out-of-state travel for staff, and a resolution to call a special election in School District No. 5 to issue general obligation bonds for capital improvements. The Superintendent provided updates regarding upcoming school operations, legislative changes, and staffing announcements. Furthermore, the board authorized the engagement of bond counsel and a municipal advisor to support the bond issuance process.
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The board meeting included recognitions of student achievements in rodeo and various teacher of the year awards. Presentations covered a family engagement language class and early childhood education performance profiles. The board voted to extend the Superintendent's contract and adopted the 2026 millage rates and 2026-2027 salary schedules. Additional actions included authorizing contracts for Rapides Foundation grants, selecting an official journal, and approving an out-of-state teacher trip. The superintendent provided reports on staffing retention, summer camps, discipline, and facility projects.
May 15, 2026·Board meeting
Allen Parish School Board Special Education Advisory Council Annual Report
This annual report details the activities and meetings of the Special Education Advisory Council. Key discussion topics included reviews of special education performance, data analysis on student growth, training protocols for seclusion and restraint, and the implementation of new educational programs and technology such as IXL and AI tools. The council also addressed budgeting for special education resources, services for students with disabilities, staffing support, and community outreach initiatives like the Special Olympics and Pre-ETS programs.
