Everett Public Schools Regular Board Meeting 08.18.2026

The Everett Public Schools Regular Board Meeting held on August 18, 2026, primarily focused on administrative introductions, student program updates, and budget adoption for the fiscal year 2026-27. The board welcomed numerous new administrators across various schools and discussed the district's re-engagement programs designed to support students at risk of dropping out, including partnerships with Graduation Alliance and Everett Community College. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing and adopting the operating budget, which included increased expenditures due to inflation, staffing needs, and capital projects funded by a recently passed bond. The board unanimously approved the operating budget resolution. Additionally, the meeting covered policy revisions related to student attendance, use of physical restraint, and release of students during the school day, all adopted by general consent. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed, but capital improvement projects and technology funding were noted as part of the budget discussion.