August 10, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting

The Brainerd Public Schools held their regular school board meeting on August 10, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a new 5-year contract for athletic training services, which was noted as a valuable no-cost arrangement providing approximately $60,000 in annual services. The board also approved updated child care employment provisions with adjusted market rates to aid in recruitment, and discussed a job fair planned for August 20 to fill numerous open certified and non-certified positions. Additionally, the board reviewed a calendar revision for the 2026-27 school year, with plans to revisit and potentially adjust holiday naming for inclusivity. A presentation from the Paul Bunyan Education Cooperative detailed special education staffing and funding, highlighting the district's 83% reimbursement rate and the complexity of special education finance. The board also discussed a proposed policy on naming rights for district facilities, aiming to establish a framework for future partnerships and potential revenue opportunities. Finally, the board addressed public comment procedures and ongoing strategic initiatives to improve student enrollment and services.