2026 May 26th School Board Workshop

The Clay County District Schools held a school board workshop on May 26, 2026, focusing primarily on insurance renewal, internal audit committee activities, and capital improvement projects. The board reviewed the annual insurance renewal process, noting a 10% overall premium reduction and a 5% increase in property values, with ongoing negotiations to improve pricing before the June 30 renewal date. Significant discussion centered on the internal audit committee's role, audit priorities, and budget constraints, with a consensus to focus on high-risk areas such as internal accounts and P-cards, while considering the cost of audits around $60,000 each. Additionally, the board considered and approved a resolution to purchase a commercial property adjacent to the transportation yard for $215,000, funded through capital improvement funds, to support future transportation needs due to anticipated residential growth. The meeting also included updates on pupil progression plans, contract renewals with local police departments, and the purchase of new buses aligned with the district's capital plan.