July 28, 2026: HCSD School Board Meeting

The Hernando Schools Board held a meeting on July 28, 2026, primarily focused on routine school governance matters including policy approvals, student discipline, and recognitions. The board approved several items such as the 2026-2027 athletic handbook, staff handbook, safe driver plan, student code of conduct, and the student progression plan with an amendment related to attendance exceptions for certain programs. They also adopted the agenda and approved minutes from previous meetings. A final order was entered to expel a student for one year with additional educational services. The meeting included tributes to retiring and deceased educators, and public comments addressed concerns about high-stakes testing and student mental health. No procurement, contracting, or budget allocation discussions were identified in the transcript.