School Board Working Session 8-10-2026

The Ojrsd Technology School Board held a working session on August 10, 2026, focusing primarily on district goals for the 2026-27 school year, including student success, student well-being, and infrastructure excellence. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on the French Creek facilities project and upcoming land development plans requiring board approval. The board reviewed change orders related to mechanical work on the MEP grant project, including a net value change order of $2,136 and a credit of $3,859, both slated for full board approval at the August 24, 2026 meeting. Additionally, a significant engineering proposal from K&W Engineers for over $500,000 was introduced for traffic planning studies related to the main campus, with plans for detailed review and discussion before seeking board approval. The meeting also covered policy updates, including employee evaluation policies and political activity restrictions, with motions to move several policies to the full board for approval. A transition to a new board policy portal through PSBA was announced, aiming to improve accessibility and compliance. Public comments addressed concerns about technology use in schools, particularly regarding AI and student device access, with the board planning a detailed technology discussion at the September 14 working session. Overall, the meeting combined strategic goal setting with important procurement and policy decisions affecting district operations and future vendor engagements.