July 20, 2026 - Approval of Minutes & Public Participation

The LexRich5 Board meeting on July 20, 2026, opened with a motion—apparently concerning approval of minutes—that passed 5–1, with one abstention, before moving to public participation. Most speakers raised concerns about a pending employee matter involving allegations of harm to students with disabilities. Parents and advocates called for student safety, timely investigation, clear communication, and review of safeguards and employee-placement practices; several also questioned the possibility that the employee could return to a role working with children. These were public comments, and the transcript records no board decision on the matter.

Speakers also raised concerns about special-education staffing and caseloads and the reported discontinuation of an inclusive 4K program. The Autism Society of South Carolina offered to collaborate on staff training and other resources, but no procurement or spending action was identified, and the offer was not recorded as accepted. A speaker urged trustees to exercise oversight and represent community concerns. No contract awards, bids, budget allocations, or purchasing decisions appear in the transcript.