Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education Meeting | April 27, 2026 (Reupload)

The Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on April 27, 2026, focusing on several key procurement and budgetary decisions. The board approved the purchase of the Amplify CKLA K-5 and Amplify ELA 6-8 English Language Arts curricula for $1,162,698, along with a one-time professional development purchase of $140,900 funded by the Title 2 budget to support curriculum implementation. Additionally, the board approved a three-year transportation services contract with Durham School Services, with an estimated first-year cost of $6.8 million and annual increases of 4%, funded through the general fund, special education fund, and FY2026 budget. The transportation contract includes enhancements such as air conditioning on buses, improved communication systems, and real-time bus tracking technology. The meeting also included discussions on self-funding health insurance options and ongoing efforts to control costs while improving services.