Board Business Meeting 05 19 2026

The Racine Unified School District Board Business Meeting held on May 19, 2026, focused primarily on educational program updates and a significant discussion regarding the implementation of a cell phone policy in schools. Presentations highlighted academic progress in elementary schools, including literacy and math initiatives, staff retention, and student behavior improvements. A substantial portion of the meeting was dedicated to exploring options for managing student cell phone use during school hours, including the potential adoption of Faraday bags to block signals, the use of monitoring apps like TRUC, and the challenges of enforcing a consistent policy across all schools. Board members discussed the costs, implementation logistics, and the impact on student behavior and learning. No formal procurement decisions or contract awards were made during this meeting, but the discussion indicated forthcoming decisions on purchasing cell phone management solutions. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote on board policies unrelated to procurement.