SMSD Superintendent Report: July 20, 2026

The Shawnee Mission School District Board of Education held its first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year on July 20, 2026. The superintendent provided updates on several district initiatives, including the launch of a new bus service partnership with Zoom, the rollout of a new emergency and mass notification platform called Parent Square, and the ongoing implementation of the district's strategic plan focused on student achievement and instructional technology. The report emphasized the district's balanced and purposeful use of educational technology, including policies restricting non-instructional use and generative AI access on district devices. Additionally, the superintendent introduced new leadership team members, including the new CFO, executive director of curriculum instruction, and chief communications officer. While no specific procurement contracts or budget allocations were detailed, the mention of new technology platforms and transportation services suggests upcoming vendor engagements and service agreements.