Northshore School District School Board Meeting April 27, 2026

The Northshore School District School Board held a working session on April 27, 2026, primarily focused on community input regarding the School Resource Officer (SRO) program and the Highly Capable (HiCap) education program. Numerous students, parents, and community members spoke in support of retaining the SRO program, emphasizing the positive impact of Officer Ware on school safety, student mentorship, and community relations. Additionally, there was extensive public comment on the proposed changes to the HiCap program, with many advocating for the continuation of self-contained advanced classes in middle school to ensure accelerated and enhanced instruction as mandated by state law. The board approved two capital improvement projects: playground improvements at Kokanee and Frank Love schools, and an architectural agreement amendment for Leota phase two. The superintendent's facilities monitoring report was reviewed and accepted, highlighting long-term maintenance and safety plans. No votes were taken on the SRO or HiCap programs during this meeting, but the board acknowledged the importance of these topics and the community's engagement.