Omaha Public Schools Board of Education Meeting 6-15-2026

The Omaha Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 15, 2026, where key discussions included updates on summer programming, literacy initiatives, and community engagement efforts. A significant portion of the meeting focused on public comments addressing concerns about the use of educational technology (edtech) in schools, particularly the reliance on screen time and digital learning apps for young students. Parents and teachers advocated for reducing mandatory edtech usage, emphasizing the importance of traditional learning methods and hands-on materials. The board received an update from the curriculum adoption committee recommending the future purchase of Kickstart Literacy materials for early childhood classrooms, highlighting a shift towards more hands-on, non-screen-based learning tools. Additionally, the administration presented a budget and five-year financial projection, noting a substantial loss in state aid and potential property tax levy increases to manage funding shortfalls. The board approved the superintendent's evaluation and advanced several policy items, including the 2026-2027 code of conduct and other student discipline policies, moving them forward for final approval. No contract awards or specific procurement actions were finalized during this meeting, but the curriculum adoption recommendation signals upcoming purchasing decisions.