Forest Hills Public Schools Board of Education Regular Meeting, August 10, 2026

The Forest Hills Board of Education held its regular meeting on August 10, 2026. The meeting included recognition of student athletes for state championships and academic achievements. Key procurement-related discussions focused on capital improvement projects, including progress on bond construction such as parking lot completion at Northern High School, audio equipment upgrades, copier replacements, and door access control installations. The board approved an increase of $30,000 to the structured cabling budget for Central High School to accommodate additional construction needs. Additionally, the board set a $500,000 budget for fuel procurement, reflecting increased diesel prices. The board also approved refunded property taxes totaling $67,834.90 to Kent County and recognized leaves of absence requiring board votes. Other business included approval of conference attendance to secure early bird pricing and updates on transportation routes and technology. The meeting concluded with a public comment addressing policy concerns about instructional material review authority.