Boise Schools Board Meeting - August 10, 2026

The Boise School District Board of Trustees held a meeting on August 10, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. The board reviewed and approved a bond refinancing plan aimed at saving approximately $5.1 million in debt service costs through refinancing bonds issued in 2017 and 2019. The refinancing process involves obtaining a AAA rating through the Idaho school bond guarantee program and is scheduled for potential closing in November 2026, with final bond redemption in February 2027. Additionally, the board approved the school bus routes for the upcoming year, including safety busing zones and non-transportation zones, and discussed the introduction of eight new electric school buses expected to be operational shortly after a ribbon-cutting event on August 26. The board also approved the 2026-2027 employee handbooks for certified, classified, and substitute staff, reflecting updates to policies and compliance with new state laws. Other topics included presentations on piloting new English Language Arts curriculum resources and updates on the district's new website rollout. The meeting concluded with no actions taken in executive session and adjournment following trustee comments.