BOE Regular Meeting 7-21-26

The Hawthorne Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of curriculum and personnel resolutions, as well as finance and administration items such as the bill list for July 2026. The board also discussed ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects, notably the high school third floor renovations and a facilities walkthrough scheduled for July 30. Additionally, the Athletic Hall of Fame committee presented plans for installing a new display case and renovating an existing one, funded entirely by the committee without requesting board funds. Policy discussions included the first reading of the state-mandated "bell to bell" policy restricting student use of electronic devices during school hours, with plans for further board and community input on implementation. Negotiations for staff contracts were noted as pending, with a special meeting proposed for approval. Overall, the meeting focused on operational updates, budget approvals, facility improvements, and policy considerations impacting future procurement and district operations.