04-13-26 Monthly Board Meeting

The Coeur d'Alene Public Schools Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on April 13, 2026. The meeting included recognition of educators and students for their achievements, updates from student advisory groups, and public comments on school policies and practices. Significant procurement-related discussions focused on technology device purchases, where the board approved the acquisition of Chromebooks and other devices amid rising costs, prioritizing lower-spec devices for secondary schools to manage budget constraints. The board also reviewed and approved policy updates related to virtual instruction attendance tracking and reduction in force procedures. Additionally, a resolution was passed to submit the district's emergency management mitigation plan to FEMA, enabling eligibility for related grant funding used previously for security cameras and other safety improvements. The meeting addressed the impact of recent state legislative changes on digital learning programs, highlighting challenges due to funding and course availability. Title One federal funding was discussed, with an overview of the $2.164 million budget allocation supporting economically disadvantaged students and private school services. The board received an audit report confirming the district's low-risk status in federal program compliance. Overall, the meeting covered several procurement and budgetary decisions critical to district operations and compliance.