Board of Education Meeting 6/15/2026

The Berkeley County Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 15, 2026, focusing on several key administrative and operational topics. Significant procurement-related discussions included the approval of special education service contracts for the 2026-27 school year, covering a range of specialized services such as occupational therapy, behavior analysis, speech therapy, and nursing, funded through the general operating budget. The board also approved contracted student transportation services for the same school year, addressing specialized transportation needs including out-of-state placements, with plans to reduce reliance on contracted services by expanding in-house capabilities. Additionally, the board discussed and approved temporary modular housing options for Mountain Ridge Primary School due to construction delays, selecting a reduced modular campus option with a turnkey contract valued at approximately $720,376, funded through the district's capital projects budget rather than bond funds. Updates on ongoing capital improvement projects, including window replacements and new school construction timelines, were provided, highlighting challenges such as rock excavation and water line upgrades causing delays. The board also confirmed committee appointments related to instructional cooperatives, health department liaison roles, and audit committees. Personnel actions including coaching appointments, transfers, and new hires were approved. The meeting concluded with a personnel hearing resulting in the ratification of an unpaid suspension and contract termination. Overall, the meeting addressed critical procurement decisions supporting educational services, transportation, facilities management, and staffing to ensure operational continuity and compliance.