5 26 26 Board of Trustees Work session at central Elementary

The Helena School District Board of Trustees held a work session on June 3, 2026, focusing on several key procurement and budget-related topics. The board approved the ratification of the 2026-2027 collective bargaining agreement with the HPS Carpenters union, including a 2.5% wage increase and recruitment and retention bonuses totaling $1,000 per employee. Additionally, the board awarded the Smith Elementary School photovoltaic system project to Boseman Green Build, the lowest bidder at $883,686, with a 25-year warranty and plans to start installation in mid-June. The district also discussed health insurance premium rates and the transition into a trust to manage claims and administrative costs, with a special board meeting scheduled to further review these details. Election results for both elementary and high school trustee positions were canvassed and certificates issued. The meeting included updates on school demographics, academic progress, and leadership nominations but primarily emphasized contract approvals and capital improvement projects related to energy infrastructure and labor agreements.