Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Van Buren Intermediate School District.
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Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Oct 23, 2026
Work includes approx 12,800 SF existing building and constructing 10,200 SF addition to the north. Demolition of 6,000 SF facility to the east and replace with an alternative parking lot.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Lawrence
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
740
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2680985
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
4
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
591.79
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Van Buren Intermediate School District
The board meeting covered several critical items, including operational updates from the Superintendent and department reports on special education process improvements, finance, technology, and early childhood programs. Key discussions involved the implementation of the LEAD-K law, the 'Van Buren Reads!' literacy initiative, and the 2026-2027 General Fund budget planning. The board also addressed various action items, such as the proclamation of Educator Appreciation Week, approval of construction management and architectural agreements for renovation projects, the replacement of the VBTech roof membrane, authorization for the construction of a new transportation fueling station, and the approval of various staff employment, resignations, and retirements.
The board meeting agenda covered a wide range of topics, including superintendent updates on legislation affecting retirement contributions, district staff highlights, and a comprehensive 2023-24 financial audit presentation by Maner Costerisan. Departmental reports were provided for Special Education, Technology Services, and Early Childhood programs. Action items included the approval of a contract extension for the Van Buren Intermediate Educational Support Personnel Association, adoption of a non-union salary schedule, authorization for restroom remodeling and boiler installation at the Van Buren Tech facility, approval of various employee handbooks, the addition of a new Speech and Language Pathologist position, and the acceptance of several staff resignations and retirements.
Public-sector contacts connected to Van Buren Intermediate School District.
The board meeting agenda focused on various organizational and financial matters. Key topics included the election of board officers for the 2021-2022 year, the approval of the board meeting schedule for the upcoming school year, the designation of legal counsel, the authorization of signatories for district funds, and the appointment of financial depositories. Additionally, the board addressed budget appropriations for general, special education, and vocational education funds, reviewed technology and equipment purchases, approved salary schedules for migrant education personnel, and handled various employment and retirement resolutions. The board also reviewed the reconfirmation of the extended COVID-19 learning plan and discussed an agreement with the local education support professional association and the appointment of an independent investigator for personnel complaints.
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