USD 453 Leavenworth Board of Education Meeting: Monday, June 8, 2026

The Leavenworth USD 453 Board of Education held a meeting on June 8, 2026, where a significant focus was the decision to close David Brewer Elementary School at the end of the 2026-2027 school year. The board heard extensive public comments expressing concerns about the impact of the closure on students, staff, and the community, emphasizing the need for thorough analysis and planning before such a decision. The board passed Resolution 25/26-022 authorizing the closure by majority vote. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of the City of Leavenworth Neighborhood Revitalization Plan interlocal agreement, which supports housing growth and business attraction through tax rebate incentives. The meeting also included discussion and approval of new policies related to student personal electronic device use, with plans to procure lockers and secure storage for confiscated devices, with associated costs to be presented in a future meeting. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but capital improvement considerations related to locker procurement were noted. The superintendent also provided remarks and challenges to the board, and student achievements were recognized.