SMSD Board Meeting June 22, 2026

The Shawnee Mission School District Board held its organizational and regular meeting on June 22, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts for American Sign Language interpreting services with Interpreting Solutions (estimated not to exceed $280,000), supplemental school staffing with Sunburst Workforce Advisors (estimated not to exceed $1,300,000), and a contract with ROI Energy for phase three of a multi-year LED lighting upgrade across 19 district sites at a net cost of approximately $3.56 million after utility rebates. The board also authorized the purchase of general lines of insurance coverage for $1.8 million and renewed school resource officer contracts with four municipalities for an estimated $438,000. Additionally, the board approved a contract with the Children's Center for the Visually Impaired for supplemental staffing not to exceed $145,000. The board authorized intent to exceed the revenue neutral tax rate for the 2026 tax year to support district operations and facilities. Policy discussions included updates on personal electronic device regulations in compliance with state law and first readings on AI policy guidance. The meeting also featured updates on boundary analysis and safety system improvements. Motions related to procurement and budget items were unanimously approved.