Carson City School Board 6/23/2026

The Carson City School District Board of Trustees held a meeting on June 23, 2026, focusing on educational technology, policy updates, and contract approvals. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in classrooms, particularly the WriteOn program, which provides personalized writing feedback to students. The board reviewed the program's pilot results, teacher adoption, and plans for district-wide rollout. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of the food service management contract with Chartwells for another year, including a slight increase in administrative and management fees aligned with inflation. The meeting also included approval of the district's property and casualty insurance package, with a total cost not to exceed $1,030,257, and discussed a grant-funded upgrade to the bus surveillance system. Policy revisions were considered to update educational goals, digital literacy, and AI readiness, aligning with the district's strategic plan. The board unanimously supported a resolution endorsing the Nevada Superintendent's INVEST 2027 priorities aimed at improving student achievement and education funding. Overall, the meeting addressed procurement decisions related to contracts and grants, policy updates affecting future technology and educational initiatives, and budget considerations for ongoing services.