Regular Board Meeting - August 6, 2026

The St. Mary Parish School Board held its regular meeting on August 6, 2026, covering a range of topics including recognition of award-winning students and staff, approval of consent agenda items, and updates on financial and operational matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of job description revisions for instructional coaches and special services discipline coordinators, a motion to table action on employee stipends pending further state guidance, and approval of a request for proposals (RFP) for internet and wide area network (WAN) services with a 90% E-rate discount. The board also approved the sale of surplus vehicles and equipment through an auction, and discussed bids on a 1.087-acre property with a motion to lower the reserve price by 20% for re-bidding. Additionally, there was an informative presentation on foreign trade zone applications by two companies, emphasizing no expected financial impact on local government. The meeting included a report on group health insurance premiums and claims, highlighting a negotiated 2.5% premium increase and projected budget impact. Policy review and financial statements were also presented, with no significant issues reported. Overall, the meeting focused on operational oversight, budget considerations, and procurement decisions to support district services and infrastructure.