Regular Board of Education Meeting on August 13, 2026

The Washington Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 13, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a renewal agreement for the i-Ready educational program. The contract for i-Ready, valued at $69,595, was approved to continue its use specifically for intervention classes in grades K-8, a significant reduction from prior expenditures of approximately $500,000 over three years. Board members discussed concerns about the program's effectiveness and teacher feedback, emphasizing the need for ongoing evaluation and integration with district-adopted curricula. Additionally, the meeting highlighted various capital improvement projects completed over the summer, including campus modernizations, security upgrades, and facility maintenance, which contribute to the district's educational environment. Policy discussions touched on service learning requirements and potential updates to related board policies. No other contract awards or vendor selections were detailed during the meeting.