8.25.26 School Board Meeting

The Darrington School District Board of Directors meeting was held August 26, 2026. The board discussed the district’s financial position following renewal of the levy, emphasizing that it maintains existing local funding rather than providing new money; inflation and enrollment uncertainty continue to drive budget caution and staffing cuts. The district reported using remaining capital-project funds for drainage work at the playground and parking lot. A field-lighting project was funded by a grant, and new solar panels were installed, with completion expected later in the week. One of two recently purchased buses arrived August 1, and the second was expected around December. The district also received a donation of goods and supplies valued at just over $14,000, including school, nurse, and playground supplies. Officials said surplus light poles and other items, including a tiny house, would be advertised for auction.

The board approved the high school improvement plan, a fifth-grade trip to Cedar Springs Camp (with costs intended to be covered by grants and donations), a conditional overnight volleyball trip, gifts to the district, and agreements and contracts, including routine data-sharing arrangements and facility use. The board also approved staffing appointments and supplemental coaching contracts; several employees were recalled following the levy’s passage. No specific new contract award or purchase amount was stated for the buses or capital work. A board member asked to add discussion of community concerns and ways to attract more students to upcoming meetings and the board retreat.