Board of Directors Meeting May 13, 2026

The Erie Public Schools Board of Directors held a meeting on May 13, 2026, covering a range of topics including updates to the student code of conduct and school attire policies, with attention to community partnerships such as the United Way for clothing provisions. The board discussed budget considerations, particularly a proposed increase of $2.5 million for student activities and athletics, including potential capital improvements like turf installation and new scoreboards. Student leadership programs presented on initiatives such as menstrual product accessibility and the importance of college access groups like Go College and TRIO, highlighting concerns about potential federal funding cuts and the need for district advocacy. The board approved several motions including the schedule of bills, payrolls, and awarded bids to community organizations for tutoring and student support services, with contracts structured on a per-student basis over three years. Policy and governance committee restructuring was also discussed but deferred. Overall, the meeting emphasized student support programs, budget allocations for extracurricular activities, and community partnerships to enhance educational resources and services.