Monthly Board Meeting - Community Meeting - May 4, 2026

The Atlanta Board of Education held its monthly board meeting on May 4, 2026, focusing heavily on budget discussions and community concerns. The board presented and approved the FY27 tentative budget totaling approximately $1.6 billion across various funds, including $1.3 billion for the general fund and $174 million for SPLOST, with significant investments in literacy curriculum, professional development, exceptional education, and compensation increases for personnel. The meeting included public comments addressing school closures, equity in education, and community resource needs such as reopening a school pool. The board also approved several resolutions, including those recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week and mental health awareness, as well as tax extinguishment resolutions related to land bank properties aimed at supporting affordable housing and future tax revenue. Policy discussions included a forthcoming proposal on screen time limits and community service graduation requirements. The meeting concluded with the approval of an employment retention matter and reports on travel, finances, grants, construction projects, and student activities.