CCS Board of Education Work Session | Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | Meeting begins at 6 pm

The Cabarrus County Schools Board of Education held a work session on September 8, 2026, focusing primarily on educational performance updates and several procurement and capital improvement matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of policy updates related to construction bidding and contracts, reflecting statutory changes and inflation adjustments. The board considered a contract amendment to add an additional athletic trainer through Atrium Health, increasing the total contract to 14 trainers at a cost of $377,515. Capital projects presented for consent included a playground upgrade at Wolf Metal Elementary, classroom flooring replacement at Bethl Elementary, and electrical and HVAC system replacements at Concord High School, with some items slated for action due to questions. The board also reviewed a comprehensive facility needs survey highlighting over $1.1 billion in projected infrastructure needs over the next decade, emphasizing rising construction costs and aging school facilities. Additionally, the board approved a fixed-price diesel fuel delivery contract for the 2026-27 school year to manage transportation fuel costs amid market volatility. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session for confidential legal and contractual discussions.