BSD 7 Regular Board Meeting@Noon 6-15-26

The Belcourt School Board held its regular meeting on June 15, 2026, focusing primarily on educational performance data, instructional improvements, and budgetary challenges. Key procurement-related discussions included the management and payment of sports officials through a third-party service, Arbiter Sports, which streamlines payments and assumes cash flow liability with a 30% service fee. Board members expressed concerns about the fee's impact on the budget, especially amid anticipated funding cuts. The board also reviewed reductions in Title I and Title IV federal funding allocations, which have led to hiring freezes and potential staff reductions. Discussions highlighted the need for careful budget management and legislative advocacy to address funding formula changes affecting the district. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but the board considered ongoing service agreements and budget allocations impacting future procurement and staffing decisions.