April 7, 2026 - Regular Meeting

The Groveport Madison Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 7, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. Key procurement actions included approval of expenditures related to the annual educational trust golf outing, with past expenses ranging from $5,500 to $6,000 and profits earmarked for student support. The board also reviewed and approved the purchase of new Chromebooks for the 2026-27 school year, selecting a vendor quote that included a three-year accidental damage protection warranty. Additionally, the board approved a master services agreement with Meta for payroll and accounts payable systems. Personnel matters were discussed, including resignations and certified personnel approvals, with some items tabled pending contract discussions. The board also discussed outplacement services for special education students, including contracts with Phoenix for behavioral support seats. Policy revisions related to the preschool program and tuition were debated, with motions to gather further community and stakeholder input before final approval. Financial reports indicated revenues and expenses were better than expected for March, and the audit for the previous year was clean with no citations. The board scheduled a special meeting for April 27, 2026, to address pending issues. Overall, the meeting focused on budget management, procurement of technology and services, personnel decisions, and policy updates affecting district operations.