Omaha Public Schools Board of Education Meeting 10-5-2026

At the October 5, 2026, Omaha Public Schools Board of Education meeting, the board unanimously approved the consent agenda. Superintendent Ray highlighted an agreement with the Buffett Early Childhood Institute supporting early literacy and family partnerships at four schools, and an agreement advancing work on the Gene R. Hannes Stadium project. No contract amounts, procurement details, or vendor-selection process were stated. One board member abstained from consent item I-10, claim C, because of their role with the Omaha Schools Foundation. The superintendent also noted that the stadium project had received community and philanthropic support; no separate procurement vote or spending amount was reported.

The board also received the 2025–26 behavior and discipline report, which showed 81.7% of students had zero or one office referral, serious level-four violations were down about 20%, and short- and long-term suspensions had increased. Discussion focused on discipline disparities, school safety, and staff training and supports. The board received legislative and Head Start reports; no other procurement awards, bids, or purchasing decisions were identified.