OPS Board of Education Meeting | August 24th, 2026

The Okemos Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 24, 2026, focusing on various district updates and policy discussions. Key procurement-related actions included the official hiring of new staff members such as the interim director of finance and HR, and the appointment of new principals. The board approved retaining True Law Firm PC as legal counsel and Manor Coster PC as auditor for the 2026-27 school year. Additionally, the board designated several financial institutions as depositories for school funds. A significant policy discussion centered on the adoption of a personal electronic devices policy, which restricts the use of such devices during instructional time, aligning with current practices and state law. The board also discussed facilities updates, including progress on building projects and maintenance issues. No new contracts or capital improvement project awards were reported, but the meeting included budget stewardship acknowledgments and planning for future facility scope development.