Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education Meeting | March 9, 2026

The Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on March 9, 2026, where they discussed several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key contract awards included structural engineering and construction administration services for Centennial Choice Campus from Norton and Schmidt for $28,170, a roof replacement at Centennial by Meridian Roofing Solutions for $625,820.50, a renovation project for the building at $68,654, and field light upgrades at two football fields and softball fields by Musco Sports Lighting for $649,000, all funded through capital outlay. The board also reviewed enhancements for the 2026-27 school year, including the development of the Centennial Choice Campus to support diverse student needs and credit recovery, and expansion of career and technical education (CTE) pathways to increase funding and student opportunities. Budget discussions highlighted ongoing challenges with special education funding shortfalls and legislative impacts on free and reduced lunch qualifications, which could affect district funding and student eligibility for programs like the KU Jayhawk Blueprint college credit initiative. The board emphasized fiscal responsibility through organizational streamlining to achieve competitive staff compensation without increasing taxes. No motions related to tax increases were passed, and the board approved the consent agenda unanimously.