# Board of Education Meeting 9/16/2026


**Body:** Berkeley County Schools, WV
**Date:** September 15, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Professional Services, Grants & Funding, Contracting Vehicles


The Berkeley County Schools Board of Education meeting on September 16, 2026, primarily focused on educational program updates and a significant procurement-related discussion regarding the New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) program. The board recognized students participating in various Governor's Honors Academy programs and received detailed presentations on the multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for student interventions in reading, writing, and math across elementary and middle school levels. A key procurement topic was the introduction of the NMTC program, a federal initiative encouraging private equity investment in underserved communities to fund capital projects. The board discussed the potential to secure millions in forgivable loans for school projects through this program, including the Rosemont and South projects, with an estimated benefit of up to $3.6 million. They reviewed the complex process involving community development entities, investors, and the school district, and planned to solicit proposals for a NMTC consultant, with True Mountain Capital identified as a potential partner. The board considered the program's compliance requirements, financial implications, and impact on bond ratings, with no cost to the district for the consultant. An action item to approve the consultant was anticipated for the next meeting. Additionally, the board discussed commitments for effective organizational leadership and governance, formalizing prior work session discussions.

**Source:** Berkeley County Schools, WV