Special Board Meeting September 8 , 2026

The School City of Hammond held a Special Board Meeting on September 8, 2026, primarily focused on the first reading of 45 updated board policies, which included revisions related to employment, curriculum, safety, technology use, and compliance with state and federal laws. Notably, updates addressed the new Indiana bell-to-bell cell phone law, procurement thresholds for federally funded purchases, and policies on artificial intelligence use and cybersecurity. No votes were taken on the policy updates during this meeting as they were presented for informational purposes only. The board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Crossroads YMCA to expand after-school care and targeted student tutoring services, contingent on a grant opportunity, with plans to potentially extend the program to additional elementary schools. The meeting concluded with the approval of the MOU by a unanimous vote and adjournment of the session.