Aberdeen Public School District 5/11/2026

The Aberdeen Public School District held a board meeting on May 11, 2026, where key procurement and budgetary matters were discussed. The board approved the preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, which included a 1% wage increase for staff, inflationary adjustments, and a $1 million transfer from the capital outlay fund to the general fund. The budget also accounted for reductions in teaching and educational assistant positions and restructuring in the technology department to achieve savings. Additionally, the board approved the 2026-2027 transportation contract, citing increased costs due to insurance, parts, and a 3% driver wage increase. The meeting also covered curriculum adoption for grades 6 through 12 in secondary math, selecting the Big Ideas Math program, which includes digital resources and professional development support. No new contracts or vendor names were specifically mentioned beyond these budget and procurement approvals.