Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education Meeting | May 26th, 2026

The Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on May 26, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The board approved the purchase of Dell laptops and supporting infrastructure from Dell Technologies for high school computing labs, with a budget not to exceed $100,000 from capital outlay funds. Additionally, the board ratified tentative agreements for salary increases for certified employees, educational support professionals, and administration for the 2026-2027 school year, with total compensation increases amounting to several million dollars. The board also discussed proposed meal price increases for the 2026-2027 school year, recommending a 15-cent increase for lunch and a 10-cent increase for breakfast to address rising food and labor costs and to avoid dipping into the general fund. The food service fund's financial challenges and strategies to maintain quality nutrition services were also reviewed. No immediate vote was taken on meal price changes, with further community input planned before the next meeting.