FHSD Board of Education Meeting-May 21, 2026

The Francis Howell School District Board of Education held a meeting on May 21, 2026, focusing extensively on budgetary and procurement matters. Key procurement decisions included awarding a roofing contract for Daniel Boone Elementary to CCR Roofing for approximately $563,101, and approving Ford Asphalt for pavement improvements and track resurfacing projects totaling about $954,276. The board also approved furniture purchases as part of the district's lifecycle replacement and selected Commerce Bank as a lease option for technology purchases. Significant discussion centered on employee insurance renewal recommendations, with the board approving a 2.5% premium increase option that prioritizes employee children coverage but results in higher costs for spouses and families, amid concerns about rising healthcare costs and state underfunding. The board reviewed the district's financial status, highlighting a projected deficit spend and the impact of state funding shortfalls totaling over $9 million across two years. Additionally, the board discussed the implications of Missouri Senate Bill 1002, which mandates school board elections and tax levy votes to occur during November general elections, affecting the timing of future bond and levy initiatives. Policy updates, curriculum approvals, and a presentation on ongoing capital projects, including HVAC and facility improvements, were also addressed. The meeting concluded with recognition of staff and student achievements and a call for respectful community engagement with district personnel.