School Board Meeting June 9, 2026

The Fargo School Board held a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, where key procurement and budget matters were discussed. The board approved a guaranteed maximum price of $35,128,639 for a construction project related to abatement and reconstruction, affirming a total project budget of $45 million including soft costs. Additionally, the board approved a 12% increase in health insurance premiums effective January 1, 2027, maintaining current employee and district cost-sharing levels and health savings account contributions. The meeting also included a review of the fiscal 2025 standard of effort report, highlighting higher administrative and transportation spending per student compared to peer districts, with plans for further analysis. A canvassing committee was formed to oversee upcoming board elections. Other discussions focused on educational initiatives, teacher certification growth, and district strategic planning, but no other procurement actions were noted.