Board Work Session

The Racine Unified Board Work Session held on August 4, 2026, included several procurement and policy discussions. A significant procurement topic was the district's custodial supplies contract (IFB 26-003), where six vendors were recommended for award to meet operational needs with an annual value of approximately $614,187, yielding savings of nearly $69,000. This contract was slated for consent agenda approval with a one-year term plus four extensions. The board also discussed updates to policies in compliance with Wisconsin Act 89, focusing on safeguarding students from grooming behaviors and updating communication protocols, including the use of digital platforms like Rooms for staff-student interactions. Additionally, revisions to the employee handbook were reviewed, including enhanced leave provisions for staff related to family care and adjustments to personal leave restrictions. The board considered moving up the deadline for teacher contract resignations to May 31 to improve staffing processes. No formal votes were recorded during the session, but several items were prepared for future board approval.