APSB Regular Meeting - 4.21.26

The Ascension Public Schools Board held a regular meeting on April 21, 2026, covering various administrative and operational topics. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of several sealed bids for construction and supply contracts, such as SB10982 for the Santaal Middle School Gymnasium and SP10983 for the Central Middle School competition gym, as well as bids for frozen bean and bread products for the parish-wide child nutrition program. Additionally, the board approved RFP 5175 for an interactive display refresh project. Financial reports highlighted budget variances, including expenditures exceeding budget due to the purchase of student devices and chargers. The board also passed a resolution authorizing reimbursement of legal fees for a board member. Some consent agenda items related to food product bids were pulled due to discrepancies. The meeting concluded with scheduling a budget committee meeting and entering executive session for student expulsion appeals.