Richland One Board Meeting 8-11-2026

The Richland One School Board held a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, at the Stevenson Administration Building in Columbia, South Carolina. The meeting included updates on the new school year, recognition of six schools achieving visible learning certification, and discussions about policy revisions related to staff resignation and student admissions, including compliance with new state transfer guidelines. The board unanimously approved the second readings of policies on concealed recording and staff resignation, as well as the hiring of 46 teachers. There was also discussion about the financial implications of student transfers and capacity management. No specific procurement contracts, RFPs, or vendor selections were discussed during this meeting. The board emphasized ongoing community engagement and operational readiness for the school year.