January 13, 2026 Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Upper Arlington Schools Board of Education held its regular meeting on January 13, 2026. The meeting included the swearing-in of new board members and the election of board leadership for 2026. Superintendent Hunt provided updates on district highlights, including a fundraising project for a memorial garden at Upper Arlington High School requiring a minimum of $200,000 to proceed, with additional funds enhancing the project. The board also reviewed the 2026-2027 program of studies, highlighting new courses such as an entrepreneurship incubator class and changes in science offerings. Policy updates were discussed, including a diploma deferral policy aligned with federal and state guidelines. Financial reports indicated revenues and expenditures tracking better than expected, with a notable shift in textbook purchasing costs deferred to the following fiscal year. The board approved consent agenda items, the program of studies, and second-read policies. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting addressed budget tracking and capital project fundraising efforts.