Regular School Board Meeting May 11, 2026

The District 196 Regular School Board Meeting held on May 11, 2026, primarily focused on recognizing student achievements across various high schools, including academic, leadership, and extracurricular awards. The meeting also included presentations on the 2025 Minnesota Student Survey results, highlighting student well-being, technology use, and safety, with discussions on how these findings inform district strategic priorities. Key policy updates were approved, including clarifications to nutrition services compliance and a proposed ban on smart glasses during the school day due to privacy and academic integrity concerns. The board reviewed the draft of the 2026-27 Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook, emphasizing accessibility and updated policies. While no direct procurement or contract awards were discussed, the meeting addressed resource management priorities such as technology levy renewal and ongoing bond projects for facility maintenance, indicating future procurement activities related to district resources and infrastructure.