School Board Meeting July 21, 2026

The Worthington ISD518 School Board held its regular meeting on July 21, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the ongoing food service contract bidding process, with five companies attending a pre-proposal meeting and proposals due shortly. The board also approved a new two-year contract with the administrator group, which included changes to insurance plans and compensatory days, with an overall budget impact of approximately $87,773. Additionally, the board approved updates to student activity fees, including a $250 varsity hockey fee, consolidating fees to avoid dual charges to families. Other agenda items included approval of a teacher leave of absence, adoption of a revised student cell phone policy aimed at reducing distractions, and a financial overview of the district's budget showing expenditures on target. The board also discussed scheduling and extracurricular supervision logistics. No formal votes on capital projects or large-scale purchasing were noted.