School Board Meeting 1-20-26

The Bentonville Schools Board held an education meeting on January 20, 2026, covering a range of topics including recognitions, public comments, financial audits, calendar planning, AI technology adoption, and personnel approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the district's selection and purchase of the AI educational tool Brisk Teaching after a pilot comparing it with Magic School, with the goal of enhancing teacher productivity and student learning. The board also approved the 2025 financial audit report and the current budget, noting increased revenues and fund balances due to property value growth and student enrollment. Additionally, the board reviewed the first reading of the 2027-2028 school calendar and approved personnel recommendations. Public comments addressed concerns about a recent fourth-grade field trip and district communication practices, but no direct procurement actions arose from those discussions.