Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education Meeting | June 22nd, 2026

The Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 22, 2026, where they approved the agenda and received a comprehensive superintendent report highlighting district activities, student achievements, and community engagement efforts. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a three-year athletic training services contract with Lawrence Memorial Hospital/Ortho Kansas valued at $109,200 plus mileage, a renewal of open eye security camera monitoring software funded by the general fund, and a $71,824.12 change order for structural repairs to the Free State High School press box, paid from capital outlay. The board also discussed ongoing efforts to improve instructional alignment, student supports, and transportation services, noting a $7 million annual contract with Durham for transportation. Additionally, the board emphasized the importance of family engagement and communication tools, such as Parent Square, to enhance outreach. No new motions or votes on procurement beyond the consent agenda were recorded, but the meeting underscored strategic planning and resource allocation priorities for the upcoming school year.