CPSB Board Meeting | May 19, 2026

The Caddo Parish Public Schools Board held a meeting on May 19, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. The board reviewed and approved the proposed organizational chart revisions for the 2026-2027 school year, which involved realigning leadership roles without adding new positions, aiming to improve operational efficiency and resource allocation. The board also considered and approved the 2026 millage rates, noting an 11% decrease in property tax millages despite rising costs and declining population, reflecting prudent fiscal management. Additionally, the board discussed and approved a resolution to seek guidance from the Louisiana State Attorney General regarding the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools, ensuring compliance with state law. Other procurement-related items included approval of the 2026-2027 operating and capital outlay budgets for the Caddo Parish Sales and Use Tax Commission and authorization for staff to negotiate intergovernmental agreements concerning school properties. The meeting also featured public comments supporting workforce development initiatives, including a $19 million state-funded project with Southern University to build a workforce training center, highlighting ongoing community partnerships and economic development efforts.