REGULAR BOARD MEETING - August 10, 2026

The Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Board of Education held its regular meeting on August 10, 2026. Key procurement-related actions included approval of professional development stipend rates funded by federal grants, acceptance of financial reports highlighting funding from the permanent improvement fund and refunds from the county auditor, and authorization of various purchase orders. The board approved several contracts and agreements, including a payment agreement with Crossroads Health for student treatment costs, a communication support proposal with Impact Group to assist a new communications staff member, and a consulting agreement with Next Generation Pathways Consulting to support career-connected learning in elementary schools. Additionally, the board approved quotes for educational platforms PowerSchool Naviance and U Science to support college and career readiness. Several memoranda of understanding (MOUs) were also approved, including adjustments to work hours and break times for staff and partnerships with Cleveland State University and transportation providers. The board discussed upcoming community engagement efforts related to district consolidation and rebalancing due to enrollment trends, emphasizing the importance of public input on potential high school configurations. The meeting concluded with personnel updates and the first reading of an attendance policy revision.