5-12-2026 WCSD Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The WCSD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on May 12, 2026, with significant focus on procurement and contract approvals related to educational technology and capital projects. The board approved a one-year contract extension with Curriculum Associates LLC for the I Ready Math and Reading site licenses at an estimated cost of approximately $2.2 million, with a commitment to ongoing evaluation and stakeholder input to assess the program's effectiveness and implementation. Public comments and trustee discussions highlighted concerns about screen time, instructional alignment, and data privacy related to I Ready. Additionally, the board approved a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract of $7.7 million (plus $400,000 contingency) with Clark Sullivan Construction for phase two of a capital improvement project involving demolition and construction of amenities at a middle school. The meeting also included the appointment of Deputy Superintendent Tiffany McMaster as the new superintendent effective July 8, 2026, subject to contract negotiations and state approval. The board emphasized the importance of transparency, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility in ongoing and future procurement and operational decisions.