Boise Schools Special Board Meeting - January 21st, 2026

The Boise School District held a special board meeting on January 21, 2026, primarily to accept the retirement of Superintendent Lisa Roberts effective June 30, 2026, and to discuss the process for selecting her successor. The board considered three options for the superintendent search: an internal search, an internal-external search, or interviewing a specific candidate. After discussion, the board moved to interview Deputy Superintendent Wendy Johnson, the sole internal candidate who expressed interest and holds the necessary superintendent endorsement. The board emphasized the importance of continuity and internal leadership development but acknowledged the potential value of external perspectives. They planned to conduct the interview during an upcoming workshop session, with flexibility on scheduling. No external candidates had come forward at the time, and the board retained the option to reopen the search if needed. No specific contract awards or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting.