Brookings School Board March Workshop Meeting - 3/23/2026

The Brookings School Board held a workshop meeting on March 23, 2026, primarily focused on discussing proposed elementary school boundary changes for the 2026-2027 school year. Superintendent Schultz presented survey feedback and enrollment data to recommend modified boundaries aimed at balancing class sizes and improving transportation logistics, particularly moving the east side of the district, including Aurora and neighborhoods along 22nd Avenue South, to the Hillrest boundary. The board discussed concerns about traffic congestion, safety of bus routes, and community impact, ultimately approving the superintendent's recommendation to implement the boundary changes while excluding smaller neighborhood adjustments. Additionally, the board approved April 24th as the negotiation date with the Brookings Education Association. The meeting included plans for communication with affected families and upcoming registration events to support the transition.