August 11, 2026 Regular Board Meeting

The Barstow Unified School District held its regular board meeting on August 11, 2026. The meeting featured presentations from students involved in the EXP summer internship program, highlighting partnerships with local businesses and the valuable work experience gained. The board approved a consultant agreement with Box Out Bullying to provide assemblies and educational materials at Henderson Elementary School as part of a social-emotional learning initiative addressing bullying. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved fiscal disclosures and agreements related to health and welfare benefits for district employees, with a total cost of approximately $1.3 million for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Updates on ongoing construction and facility improvements were also discussed, emphasizing ADA compliance and infrastructure enhancements. The meeting included policy updates on employee and student technology use, slated for future approval. No new procurement contracts beyond the bullying consultant agreement were noted.