Regular Board Meeting April 16, 2026

The Bellevue School District held its Regular Board Meeting on April 16, 2026, where several procurement-related items were discussed and approved. Notably, the board approved a contract award to Reynolds General Contracting for $634,000 to construct single-user, gender-neutral restrooms at Samish High School. This project involves demolition and renovation to create 10 universal occupant toilets with ADA compliance, scheduled for completion by the start of the next school year. Additionally, the board approved a $2,030,353 contract to TJ Nospit Construction for the Evergreen Transition Sensory Garden project, funded by the district's capital bond funds. This project includes ADA-accessible gardens, a greenhouse, raised beds, walking paths, and additional parking spaces to enhance socialization and vocational opportunities for students. The meeting also included approval of the 2026-27 Annual Plan, focusing on financial stability, literacy and math proficiency, future readiness, and staff well-being, with an emphasis on equity and inclusion. Public comments addressed educator workload, student engagement, and program expansion, while board members discussed ongoing efforts to improve educational offerings and infrastructure. Overall, the meeting highlighted significant capital improvement projects and strategic planning to support the district's educational mission.