JPS BOARD OF TRUSTEES , 9/15/26. Jackson Public School District. JACKSON, MS

The Jackson Public Schools Board of Trustees held a meeting on September 15, 2026, focusing on educational initiatives, student achievements, and community partnerships. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of several grant agreements and contracts: the Mississippi Arts Commission's Whole Schools Program grants for KC and Green Elementary Schools, a grant from the American Heart Association to support STEM activities, and the award of RFP 2026-0726 to PowerSchool Group LLC for the district's student information system. The board also approved a renewal agreement with the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services and St. Dominic Jackson Memorial Hospital for a program supporting students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, policy amendments related to drug and alcohol testing and workers' compensation were presented to strengthen employee accountability. These actions demonstrate the district's commitment to enhancing instructional resources, technology infrastructure, and student support services through strategic partnerships and funding.