Work Session - May 13, 2026

The Colorado Springs School District 11 held a work session on May 13, 2026, focusing primarily on behavioral updates, budget considerations, and upcoming capital projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the district's budget allocation, with emphasis on increasing spending on instruction and employee compensation, including a proposed 10% overall compensation increase for school-based staff. The district also reviewed its membership in the Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB), debating the value and cost of continued membership amid rising dues tied to enrollment increases. Additionally, the session covered progress on a bond initiative aimed at funding capital improvement projects across schools, including facility upgrades and expansions, with financial underwriting and bond counsel agreements underway. The board discussed strategies to ensure equitable distribution of bond-funded projects across the district and highlighted the district's debt-free status as a positive financial position. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting included planning for future procurement related to bond projects and professional development investments.