J.O. Combs Regular Board Meeting 6/10/2026

The J.O. Combs Unified School District held its regular board meeting on June 10, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a five-year contract with Southeast Service Corporation (SSC) for custodial services and facility maintenance management, utilizing the 1GPA contract vehicle. The board also approved various salary schedules, including the certified salary schedule and extra duty stipend schedule for the 2026-2027 school year, as well as performance pay plans for teachers and administrators. Additionally, the board approved a substitute stipend to retain substitutes and appointed new personnel for transportation supervisor, CTE coordinator, coordinator of teaching and learning, and Dean of Students positions. The meeting included a discussion on out-of-state travel approvals, with a motion passed to approve a specific out-of-state trip while considering more cautious future travel approvals. The board also reviewed athletic program revenues and expenditures, highlighting the financial impact of athletics on the district budget. Lastly, the board discussed a proposed partnership with American Intercontinental University to offer a master's degree program for special education teachers, aimed at addressing staffing shortages through tuition support and salary incentives. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were unanimously approved by the board.