5-12-2026 WCSD Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The WCSD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on May 12, 2026, with significant focus on procurement and contract approvals related to educational technology and capital improvement projects. The board approved a one-year contract amendment with Curriculum Associates LLC to extend the I Ready Math and Reading site licenses for all Washoe County School District elementary and middle schools for the 2026-27 school year at a cost of approximately $2.2 million. The discussion included extensive public and trustee comments on the effectiveness, implementation, and data privacy concerns of the I Ready platform, with commitments to ongoing evaluation and stakeholder input. Additionally, the board approved a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract of approximately $7.7 million (totaling $8.1 million with contingency) with Clark Sullivan Construction for phase two of a school construction project, including demolition and outdoor amenities. The meeting also featured the appointment of Deputy Superintendent Tiffany McMaster as the new superintendent effective July 8, 2026, subject to contract negotiation and state approval. The board emphasized transparency, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility throughout the discussions.