MCPSS SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION AUGUST 19, 2026

The Mobile County Public Schools Board held a work session on August 19, 2026, where they reviewed an audit report covering fiscal accountability and federal financial assistance compliance for the 2024-2025 period. The audit identified issues with local school money handling and procurement procedures for federal funds, prompting discussion of corrective action plans. The board approved multiple contracts and agreements totaling various amounts, including $225,000 for NOLA Education's STAR Academy services funded by ESSER, $224,100 for community safety team personnel funded by the City of Mobile, and other professional development and service contracts ranging from $6,350 to $85,000. They also awarded a timber sale contract for $111,111 to CSP Services and approved architectural services for facility upgrades. Additionally, the board discussed technology replacement plans for student devices, teacher recruitment efforts, and budget considerations for termite damage repairs. The meeting concluded with personnel items and scheduling updates, and a motion to adjourn was passed.