Harris County BOE - Regular Board Meetiing 5/14/2026

The Harris County Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 14, 2026, which included a special session focused on the FY27 budget public hearing. The board reviewed and approved the draft FY27 budget, which had been published for public review and was open for further public hearings before final adoption. Several procurement-related items were addressed, including approval of multiple RFPs for painting projects at Harris County High School Stadium, gym, and central office, with Rightway Commercial Coatings selected as the best qualified bidder for these contracts. Additionally, the board approved a paving project for a new parent drop-off and pick-up area and reviewed proposed bus purchases. The meeting also included approval of a contract with Educational Staffing Solutions to address classified staff benefits and healthcare costs. Beyond procurement, the meeting featured extensive recognitions of student athletic and academic achievements and concluded with a public participation segment addressing concerns of discrimination within the school district.