WORK MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION and PUBLIC HEARING - Feb 17 2026

This was a work meeting of the Board of Education held on February 17, 2026, which included a public hearing on proposed school boundary changes. The board discussed projected enrollment growth, boundary adjustments for elementary and secondary schools, and the impact on staffing and transportation. They reviewed detailed maps showing the proposed boundary shifts to balance student populations and accommodate future school construction, such as a new South Elementary School. The board also considered alternative investment opportunities for district funds, including a potential money market account with Valley Bank offering a rate slightly above the state public treasurer's investment fund, with plans to bring a formal proposal for board approval. Additionally, the meeting covered policy updates related to coaching prohibitions for administrators, parent engagement, and academic eligibility for extracurricular activities. The board discussed submitting a waiver request to the state regarding a potential four-day school week schedule change, emphasizing the need for community input and careful planning. No formal votes on procurement were recorded, but action items included preparing proposals for investment accounts and boundary change approvals.