6-9-2026 WCSD Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The WCSD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, focusing heavily on procurement and contract matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a new employment contract for Superintendent Tiffany McMaster, which featured a fiscally conservative salary below national averages, tied cost-of-living adjustments to bargaining units, and performance-based increases. The board approved the contract with a 5-2 vote. The board also reviewed and approved a revised 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that included a full rebuild of Earl Worster High School and funding for new administrative facilities, emphasizing a collaborative public process and fiscal responsibility. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to renew the food services management contract with Southwest Food Service Excellence, addressing challenges such as rising costs and meal participation. The board discussed the restart of the Sierra Nevada Academy charter school contract, directing staff to develop a new contract with clear performance metrics, termination terms, and a fee increase to 2%, with a two-year window for deliverables and academic improvement. Finally, trustees selected members to work on nominations for the 2026 Nevada Association of School Boards Awards. Public comments addressed concerns about equitable pay, school facilities, and educational program quality. The meeting concluded with announcements and adjournment.