Regular Board Meeting 07/21/26

The Grants Cibola County Schools Board held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026, focusing on several procurement and operational updates. Key procurement actions included the approval of a new food services contract with Eleior School Dining to improve student nutrition offerings, and the award of RFP number 2026-03-S25-00001 for the Grants High School HVAC systems design project to FBT Architects. The board also approved purchases related to educational software platforms Renaissance Learning and Lexia, totaling over $300,000, to support instructional priorities. Additionally, the board discussed budget allocations for security enhancements, including uniforms and staffing, and reviewed staffing updates with near full staffing reported for the upcoming school year. Policy discussions included revisions to graduation requirements, particularly the inclusion of financial literacy as a local elective. The board also planned upcoming strategic planning sessions and legislative engagement to align district priorities with state funding opportunities. Motions to approve the agenda, meeting minutes, donations, and consent agenda items were passed by roll call votes during the meeting.