August 25 2026 OPSB Committee of the Whole

The Orleans Parish School Board Committee of the Whole met on August 25, 2026. The meeting included a detailed presentation from Lighthouse Louisiana, a nonprofit organization providing services for individuals with vision and hearing impairments, highlighting their rehabilitation, workforce development, and assistive technology programs. Lighthouse also discussed a recent $10 million federal grant supporting employment pathways for people with disabilities. Additionally, the board received an update on the redevelopment of the NOLA Public Schools website, including the partnership with InMass Media for a comprehensive redesign to improve user experience, ADA compliance, and mobile responsiveness. The project budget and payment schedule were reviewed, with a focus on ongoing maintenance, security, hosting, and support services. Board members emphasized the importance of accessible board information and public meeting materials on the new website. The meeting concluded with a motion to move into executive session to discuss personnel matters, followed by adjournment.