School Board Work Session: 6-3-26

The Norfolk Public Schools Board held a work session on June 3, 2026, focusing primarily on educational program updates and budget-related discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the preliminary Title I application for the 2026-27 school year, with a proposed budget of approximately $18.2 million. The board discussed the redistribution of Title I funds due to school consolidations, maintaining full funding for 23 Title I schools, and the allocation of resources such as early literacy tutors and kindergarten teacher assistants. Additionally, the session covered preliminary grant applications for Titles II, III, and IV, which support professional development, ESL services, and student programs, with a combined focus on improving instructional support and student achievement. The board also reviewed the gifted education plan update, highlighting staffing needs and program expansion to better serve diverse student populations. While no formal votes were taken during this session, the board planned to vote on the Title I application at a future meeting. Other agenda items included discussion of the 2027-28 academic calendar options and policy updates, but these did not involve direct procurement decisions.