Cape Girardeau Public Schools #63 - School Board Meeting - SEPTEMBER 2026

Cape Girardeau Public Schools #63 Board meeting, September 29, 2026. The board heard reports on summer school, assessment processes, literacy initiatives, and district finances. The summer school presentation noted spending was slightly higher but remained broadly consistent with the prior year despite transportation cost changes. The general fund began August with $22.5 million, received $1.2 million in revenue, recorded $2.5 million in expenses, and transferred $614,000 to the special revenue fund for payroll, leaving an ending balance of $20.7 million. A report also noted that construction work had begun behind the middle school on an athletic-related project; no project cost, contractor, or award details were provided. Staff reported switching assessment vendors during the year, but did not identify the vendor or describe a contract decision.

The consent agenda included prior meeting minutes and payment of bills, though the transcript does not clearly capture a vote on it. The board approved the local special-education compliance plan. Members also considered a recommendation to add the ZMA school district to the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center consortium, which would bring participation to 15 districts; the transcript does not clearly record a motion or vote. No specific contract awards, bids, or purchasing approvals were identified. A legislative report warned that state funding is expected to remain constrained, with a budget deficit anticipated in the coming years.