School Board Meeting 6-23-26

The Bentonville Schools Board held a meeting on June 23, 2026, where they approved several key procurement and budget-related items. The board approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract of nearly $10.9 million for a construction project to expand band room and athletic locker room spaces at Bentonville West High School, with Flintco as the construction manager and vendors Hellas and State Systems contracted for turf and fire alarm systems respectively. The board also approved the May financial report, including surplus vehicle disposals, and several policy updates related to concurrent credit guidelines, graduation requirements, student acceleration, and transfers. Additionally, revisions to student handbooks for the 2026-2027 school year were approved. The meeting included discussions on budget status, capital projects, and educational program updates, with motions passed unanimously on all procurement and policy items.