Clayton County Board of Education Work Session | April 27, 2026

The Clayton County Board of Education held a work session on April 27, 2026, focusing primarily on financial and operational updates for the upcoming fiscal year. Key procurement-related discussions included a detailed presentation of the proposed 2026-27 budget, highlighting a $23.5 million deficit and the need to use fund balance reserves to balance expenditures. The board discussed cost-saving measures such as reducing duplicate services, travel, stipends, and vehicle usage, with an emphasis on prioritizing instructional funding and employee compensation. Budget amendments were approved to accept grants, including a $20,000 grant for an AI STEM Integration Initiative and a $90,000 grant for a kindergarten summer camp program. The board also reviewed SPLOST revenue collections and purchasing reports, including a sole source contract for graduation catering services tied to the new arena venue. Policy discussions addressed AI usage in schools and charter school regulations, with plans for further refinement and professional development. The meeting concluded with the approval of the agenda for the next board meeting and a commitment to ongoing transparency and strategic financial planning to sustain district operations and support student outcomes.