The Board received the 2026 Fall Facilities Update, which included an overview of completed Capital Outlay projects and districtwide studies on future facility needs. The Superintendent provided highlights on AVID Day celebrations, annual Portfolio Day for student artists, and the recognition of Horizon Award recipients. Additionally, the district reported on the distribution of bicycles through the Let's Ride! program, the opening of new preschool classrooms, and the implementation of Amplify ELA and CKLA resources. The meeting also included consent agenda approvals for facility maintenance contracts, professional development for literacy resources, and the School Resource Officer program. Finally, the Board appointed a delegate for the upcoming Kansas Association of School Boards Convention.
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The board meeting included a review of school finance and budget preparations for the 2026-27 school year, a superintendent's report highlighting community events, nutrition services, and new family communication technology, and approval of a consent agenda covering various facility improvements, service renewals, and personnel reports. The board adopted a new policy on student personal electronic communication devices and approved participation in a Neighborhood Revitalization Area for a local redevelopment project. Additionally, the board conducted a first reading of proposed revisions to the staff online activities policy.
Jul 27, 2026·Board meeting
Lawrence Board of Education News Release
The board reviewed district preparations for the new school year, including hiring efforts, facility renovations, and professional development programs. The consent agenda included approval for various technology software renewals, maintenance service agreements, financial reports, and participation in child nutrition programs. Furthermore, the board reviewed and approved the first reading of a new policy regarding student personal electronic communication devices to align with state requirements.
Jul 13, 2026·Board meeting
Lawrence Board Of Education Annual Organizational Meeting
The board elected its president and vice president for the upcoming school year. The Superintendent provided reports covering student achievements, summer programs, special education improvements, and preparation efforts for the new school year, including transportation and enrollment updates. The consent agenda included approval of various service contracts and maintenance agreements, the district meeting schedule, financial reports, and annual designations. Additionally, the board approved a personnel report and renewed memberships and legal contracts with the Kansas Association of School Boards.
