Board Meeting 8-26-26

The Fayette County Board of Education’s August 26, 2026 meeting included Ethics Commission guidance on public-office restrictions and conflicts of interest in contracts. The presenter explained that board members should avoid contracts under their authority or control when they have a financial interest, with limited statutory exceptions; some non-service contracts require competitive bidding, recusal, and a written Ethics Commission opinion. No contract award or procurement vote occurred. The board also discussed whether to post a one-year instructional aide position for a Midland Trail Elementary split-grade classroom. Members expressed support, but no formal vote was taken; the position could be added to a proposed September 1 special-meeting agenda. The job fair produced one full-time custodian hire and 21 additions to the substitute pool.

Other discussion covered proposed 900-hour school-calendar options, attendance and achievement goals, and required Local School Improvement Council training. Members also referenced curriculum changes at two schools from Big Ideas Math to i-Ready and the associated textbook purchases, but no purchase amount or vendor contract details were provided. No formal contract awards, bid approvals, or budget allocations were identified.