LIVE MEETING

This was a public school board meeting for the WLX Horizon district held on July 14, 2026. The meeting focused primarily on celebrating the district's academic achievements, including improved student proficiency scores across multiple subjects and the district earning an overall "A" rating. The board discussed the district's strategic goals related to literacy, career-connected learning, school reinvestment projects such as the opening of a new K-8 school facility, and mental health support expansion. While no specific procurement contracts or budget allocations were detailed, the board emphasized the importance of funding for school police presence, teacher salaries, and benefits, including exploring healthcare cost models to manage premiums. The meeting also included motions to approve policy amendments and consent agendas, all passed unanimously. Board members and union representatives highlighted the critical role of educators and staff, underscoring ongoing challenges with teacher pay and state funding, and called for community support of an upcoming referendum to secure local education funding.