Jefferson Co. Bd. of Education Meeting

The Jefferson County Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, focusing extensively on special education instructional matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the need for professional development and training programs for special education teachers, particularly in multi-sensory math and Orton Gillingham reading methodologies. Board members and community speakers emphasized the importance of investing in specialized training and possibly contracting qualified tutors to better serve students with disabilities. The board discussed the absence of a specific math program for students with disabilities and agreed to explore options for adopting appropriate curricula, acknowledging that implementation would require vetting, purchasing, and training. Additionally, the board approved the naming of a courtyard at Harper's Ferry Middle School and adopted superintendent goals for the 2026-27 school year, which included reviewing all special instructional practices and intervention programs. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but the discussions indicated potential future procurement activity related to special education training and curriculum adoption.