Orleans Parish School Board Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed the July 2026 unaudited financial statements, discussed local revenue updates regarding property tax assessments, and reviewed district-level fund allocations. Additionally, the committee received updates on audit findings and management improvement areas. Several action items were approved to move to the full board, including a grant award for a teacher job board, amendments to cooperative endeavor and service contracts, and various facility improvement projects, including HVAC replacements and mechanical work at multiple schools. The committee also authorized revolving loan fund agreements for facility preservation.
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Orleans Parish School Board Budget and Finance Committee Budget And Finance Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed year-end financial closures, preliminary financial statements, and an audit status update for the upcoming 2026 audit. Local revenue trends, including stagnant sales tax receipts, were analyzed. The meeting addressed a proposal to create a Pre-K program at the Leah Chase School, which failed to pass. A donation of shoes and sweatshirts for the Leah Chase School was accepted and forwarded for full board consideration. Additionally, the committee deliberated on the potential reallocation of unused startup funds for the Leah Chase School.
Jul 1, 2026·Proposed budget
Orleans Parish School Board FY2027 Proposed Budget
The Orleans Parish School Board's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027), a pre-adoption draft submitted to the Board and citizens for review and adoption.
May 21, 2026·Board meeting
Orleans Parish School Board Business Meeting
The board meeting featured the Portrait of a Graduate Awards, recognizing nine students for their academic excellence and character. The Superintendent presented years of service awards to district employees and highlighted the school district's educational service agency and its assistive technology resources. The Superintendent also discussed recent research results indicating significant growth in reading and math performance within the district and acknowledged the ongoing graduation ceremonies.
