Special Board Meeting - 7/20/2026

The Buffalo Public Schools held a special board meeting on July 20, 2026, primarily focused on interviewing candidates for the North District seat on the school board. Multiple candidates presented their backgrounds, views on challenges facing the district, and visions for improving student achievement, governance stability, and community engagement. Key themes included addressing low academic proficiency, increasing parent involvement, preparing students for future technological changes such as AI, and ensuring equitable resource allocation across districts. The board discussed the importance of transparency, accountability, and collaboration with the superintendent. After candidate presentations, the board nominated Rosco Henderson III to fill the North District seat until the next election, with the motion passing following a vote with some abstentions. No specific procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were made during this meeting.