09/14/26 Discussion School Board Meeting

The Portage Township Schools Board held a meeting on September 14, 2026, where several procurement and contract approvals were discussed and voted on. Key procurement actions included the approval of a service contract with 247 Security for bus security services at a cost of $10,875 covering July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The board also approved a grant application for security door replacements throughout the district and a professional service agreement with Fax Education Solutions to provide Title One equitable services to Portage Christian School. Additionally, the board approved partnerships and service contracts related to youth empowerment and success programs. Capital projects plans for 2027 and 2028 were discussed, including school infrastructure improvements such as flooring and air quality enhancements, with ongoing efforts to secure contractors for cleanup and repairs. The meeting also included routine approvals of personnel reports, donation reports, student handbooks, and the retroactive approval of the Portage High School fall play. No new business related to large-scale capital expenditures or major vendor selections was reported beyond these items.