SFPS Board Meeting for September 10, 2026

The Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 10, 2026, which included discussions on several procurement-related matters. The board approved a contract with Sports Primo to provide enhanced media coverage for all high school sports, with the athletic director managing the contract and payments. They also approved a reallocation of contingency funds from the 2021 General Obligation (GO) bond to complete the transportation department project, addressing increased costs due to wage decision changes and scope expansions including surveillance and AI phone installations. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to accept New Mexico Department of Transportation Local Government Road Fund monies for paving and fire access improvements at the Early College Opportunity campus, with a local cost share of approximately $124,000. The board discussed the Community Review Committee's (CRC) role in overseeing capital projects and facilities master planning, expressing interest in engaging a consultant to explore future programming and facilities needs, particularly regarding the Midtown campus. They also addressed ongoing policy development related to student data privacy and artificial intelligence. Other agenda items included student board member introductions, school showcases, union updates, and announcements. Several motions were passed by unanimous vote, including authorizing legal counsel to proceed with litigation matters and approving lease agreements for a monopole cell tower. The meeting concluded with plans for future study sessions on substitute teacher vacancies and data privacy policies.