Berea City Schools Board of Education Meetings

The Berea City Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 30, 2026, where they discussed various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related items included approval of annual contracts for special education services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and interpreter services, which are critical and difficult to source. The board also approved the adoption of new curricula for English Language Arts and Economics for the 2026-27 school year, as well as a quote for Wilson Language training software and related Chromebooks. Additionally, the board approved an invoice of $10,470 for continued enrollment in a school funding equity lawsuit and authorized a contract with Gecko Environmental Consultants for replacement of a waste oil tank system. Budget forecasts were reviewed, highlighting revenue shortfalls due to county tax valuation adjustments and public utility tax delays, with a projected deficit for the current and next fiscal years. Personnel actions including new hires and supplemental pay for certified staff were approved. The board also discussed legislative updates affecting school policies and student participation in extracurricular activities. Finally, the board moved into executive session to discuss employee appointments.