St. John The Baptist Parish School Board Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting included several educational recognitions, including the 5th Ward High School graduates and the Instructional Leadership Cohort members. The board approved the renewal of a cooperative agreement with the LSU AgCenter 4H, the implementation of Retiree First for insurance, and the 2027 Medicare Advantage Plan renewal. Several audit and financial matters were addressed, including the audit engagement letter for Maudlin & Jenkins, as well as various construction change orders and project completions, including the East St John High School HVAC project and the Emily C Watkins Walkway Canopy. Additionally, multiple professional service agreements were approved, covering ground maintenance, third-party TPA services for liability insurance, staffing services, alarm monitoring, and a resolution to advertise for IT staffing support.
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St. John The Baptist Parish School Board Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed and approved revisions to policy JBCBB concerning homeless children and youth, focusing on ensuring equitable educational access and removing barriers to enrollment, attendance, and success for students experiencing homelessness.
Jun 25, 2026·Board meeting
St. John the Baptist Parish School Board Regular Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several key items, including executive sessions concerning legal strategy and collective bargaining negotiations with the local teachers' association. Policies for the Head Start Preschool program were approved, covering topics such as conduct, nutrition, and safety protocols. Capital projects were advanced through the acceptance of substantial completion for building improvements and various change orders. The board also authorized contract extensions for remediation, disaster recovery, and waste control services, and approved the advertisement for athletic equipment suppliers. Further actions included renaming district facilities, updating street addresses, adjusting budget timelines, resolving to call elections for school millage renewals, and authorizing funding for a new mentoring program.
May 28, 2026·Board meeting
St. John the Baptist Parish School Board Regular Board Meeting
The agenda includes executive sessions to discuss prospective litigation regarding an auto liability claim and collective bargaining strategy with the local educator association. Other key topics involve requests to advertise for various services such as ground maintenance, pest control, office supplies, plumbing, and welding. Bid awards for child nutrition services for the upcoming school year will be considered. Additionally, the board will address policy changes, budget updates, and the acceptance of substantial completion certificates for several school facility projects including track resurfacing, security lighting, HVAC improvements, and locker room renovations. Recommendations for maintenance and service contract awards, including camera maintenance and locksmith services, will also be reviewed, along with a proposal for a maintenance vehicle purchase.
