June 22nd, 2026 - DeSoto County School Board Meeting

The DeSoto County Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 22, 2026, during which they approved the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and the 2026-27 budget. Key procurement-related actions included the acceptance of the lowest bid from Aztec Computers for district netbook chargers following a reverse auction held on June 5. The board also approved payments to vendors for commodities received prior to purchase orders, with additional training and safeguards implemented to ensure future compliance. Financial reports covering revenue collections, expenditures, and bank reconciliations for April 2026 were reviewed and approved. Several board policies were revised and approved, including those related to purchasing and child nutrition. Personnel matters were extensively discussed, including approvals for additional compensation, reclassifications, and pay scales for various staff and committees. Overall, the meeting focused on budget approval, procurement decisions, policy updates, and personnel actions to support the school district's operations.