DUSD #27 Regular Board Meeting - May 5, 2026

The Douglas Unified School District held its regular board meeting on May 5, 2026, covering a broad range of topics including student achievements, staff recognitions, and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of several contract awards and bids for capital improvement projects funded by the School Facilities Board. Notably, the board approved awarding the HVAC project at Clawson Elementary School to Desert Springs Construction, an ADA accessibility elevator installation at Riverbend Middle School to Marsh Development LLC, and modifications to HVAC units at the high school. The board also approved budget-related items such as classified and certified hires, summer school staffing funded by Title I and M&O funds, and an increase in summer school fees to encourage student commitment. Additionally, the board approved out-of-state travel for staff to attend a Title IV technology conference funded by a grant, and the adoption of new advanced placement chemistry textbooks at a cost of approximately $7,452. The meeting included discussions on budget balances, retiree payouts, and revisions to the 2026-2027 school calendar to reduce early release days and increase instructional time. Overall, the meeting reflected active management of district resources, capital projects, and educational programs with several motions passed to support these initiatives.