Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Jonesboro Public Schools.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Jonesboro
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
6,762
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0508280
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
11
Mascot
School mascot.
Cane the Hurricane
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
829.57
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
78 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Jonesboro Public Schools
The board recognized individuals as Guthrie's GameChangers and received a report on a school's success in becoming a Promising Practices PLC school. Financial reports for the period ending August 31, 2026, were presented. The board approved the purchase of 310 Apple iPads for student use and inventory disposals. Additionally, updates were provided on the strategic plan and student enrollment numbers. Following an executive session, personnel changes including certifications, classifications, transfers, pay rate approvals, and resignations were approved.
The meeting focused on the review and approval of the Annual Financial Report and the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the board approved a resolution authorizing the Superintendent to enter into a contract for investigation and representation with multiple law firms regarding social media harm litigation.
The board reviewed data initiatives and district financials for June and July. Key actions included authorizing a school bus purchase and adopting stipend rates. Consent items covered inventory disposals, the appointment of an ex-officio financial secretary, and fund transfers. The board additionally reviewed legal student transfers, received a back-to-school update, and approved personnel changes following an executive session.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Jonesboro Public Schools meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Jonesboro Public Schools.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
