Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting: July 28th, 2026

The Lincoln Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, focusing on updates and approvals related to athletics, activities, and various educational programs. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts for mental health services, such as a reduced contract for remote school psychologists to support special education teams and a continuation contract with Blue Valley Behavioral Health for licensed therapist services. The board also approved grant applications, including an $8,000 Nebraska Arts Council grant for student transportation to arts events and a Barbara Bush Family Literacy Innovation Grant. Additionally, the board discussed a $50,000 contract with Gallagher Associates to explore alternative health insurance plans for employees, aiming to gather data to inform future decisions on employee benefits. Several motions to waive second readings and approve consent agenda items, including community learning center agreements and the 2026-27 transportation plan, were passed unanimously. The meeting also covered strategic planning goals and budget considerations related to student and staff well-being, with an emphasis on maintaining high graduation rates and expanding extracurricular participation.