October 27, 2026 OPSB Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Orleans Parish School Board Committee of the Whole met on October 27, 2026. Before the formal meeting, the Coalition for Compassionate Schools presented research on the effects of school closures, emphasizing impacts on students, families, and staff and recommending clear communication, meaningful participation, non-stigmatizing messaging, and support for preserving community relationships. Board members discussed the relevance of these recommendations to possible closures related to overcapacity. The presentation was then removed from the formal agenda. The committee approved the minutes of its August 25, 2026 meeting and approved the proposed 2027 board meeting calendar with an amendment moving the April committee meeting to April 20 and the April business meeting to April 27. No procurement activity was identified.