Pulaski County Public School Board - August 11, 2026

The Pulaski County School Board held a meeting on August 11, 2026, which included discussions on various educational and operational topics. Key procurement-related items included updates on summer capital improvement projects such as wall removals, installation of sound dampeners, bathroom renovations, and parking lot expansions at several schools. The board also reviewed and approved federal grant applications totaling approximately $1.4 million across Title I, II, and IV programs, focusing on student achievement, educator capacity, and safety. Additionally, the board approved a policy change to replace variable extra teaching block pay with a fixed stipend of $4,000 to simplify budgeting and ensure consistency. There was also discussion about partnering with Daybreak Health to provide telehealth counseling services to students and families at no cost to the school system. Other agenda items included updates on the New River Valley Reset therapeutic day school, the Governor Schools, and ongoing policy revisions. Several motions related to procurement and budget allocations were passed unanimously by the board members.