April 28, 2026 Regular Meeting

The Boulder Valley School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 28, 2026. The meeting included updates on community engagement sessions addressing declining enrollment, sustainability initiatives including a new solar array at New Vista High School, and the district's progress toward greenhouse gas reduction goals. Significant procurement-related actions included the approval of a five-year contract for social studies curriculum adoption at Traverse Middle School, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and inclusion of Spanish materials, and a contract with Spark Energy to address rising energy costs. The board also approved several donations supporting instructional services and school facilities, including bike track improvements at Nederland Middle Senior High School. Policy discussions focused on research activities within the district, with considerations about balancing transparency and protecting district interests. The board approved multiple personnel and policy consent items and authorized resolutions related to real property exchange and license non-renewal. The meeting concluded with a motion to convene an executive session for legal advice on pending litigation and charter school contract negotiations.