PSUSD Board Meeting 7.28.2026

The Palm Springs Unified School District Board held a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, focusing primarily on educational program updates, staff appointments, and student performance assessments. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of an agreement with Carnegie Learning Incorporated to provide live virtual tutoring services for the 2026-2027 school year, reflecting the district's investment in supplemental educational resources. The board also approved several employment agreements and ratifications related to classified and certificated staff, including new appointments for district parent coordinator and principal positions. Additionally, the board discussed the evaluation and potential replacement of the STAR assessment platform with a more aligned and effective benchmark assessment to better inform instruction and improve student outcomes. No capital improvement projects or major contract awards beyond the tutoring services agreement were noted. The meeting concluded with routine approvals of policies and staffing, and a focus on enhancing parent involvement and instructional alignment to improve academic performance.