9-2-2026 Board of Education Meeting

The St. Cloud Area School District 742 Board of Education held a meeting on September 2, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. Key agenda items included the approval of bid awards and change orders for the Apollo renovations and additions project, including a change order totaling $259,674 and a multi-purpose athletic facility change order of $3,000. The board also approved a joint purchasing contract award related to the Apollo renovations. Additionally, the board approved the logo for the new Apex Athletics Center. Policy updates were discussed, including revisions to the travel expense reimbursement policy to clarify procedures and increase meal tip allowances, and the introduction of a new policy on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in the district. The meeting also featured updates on construction progress for the Apex Athletic Center and Apollo High School facilities, highlighting ongoing capital improvement projects. No votes were taken on the AI policy as it was presented for first reading. Overall, the meeting focused on facility improvements, procurement contract approvals, and policy governance related to technology and travel expenses.