# 9/14/2026 PLSD Board of Education Meeting

The PLSD Board of Education held a meeting on September 14, 2026, focusing heavily on budget challenges and potential program cuts if a November levy fails. The board discussed significant cost-saving measures including elimination of junior high sports, non-academic clubs, and post-school productions, projecting savings of approximately $540,000 to $730,000 annually. They emphasized prioritizing classroom experiences and maintaining transparency with the community about financial realities. The meeting also included approval of various contracts and personnel actions, such as administrator contract consolidations and educational service agreements, including a literacy tutoring service aligned with state requirements. Additionally, the board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Pickerington Education Association regarding retire-rehire staff policies and revised the school calendar to reflect negotiated agreements. Presentations were made on prevention and intervention services, highlighting mental health support challenges due to low social worker-to-student ratios, and on drug education programs offered at no cost to the district. A detailed discussion was held on the "Vouchers Hurt Ohio" lawsuit, explaining its impact on public school funding and the constitutional issues surrounding state funding of private religious schools through vouchers. The board also approved annual bus stops and a donation to the district. Motions to recess into executive sessions for personnel and negotiation matters were passed by roll call votes. Overall, the meeting addressed critical financial and programmatic decisions with direct implications for procurement, contracting, and budget allocations within the school district.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 14, 2026

### Sources
- [9/14/2026 PLSD Board of Education Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re9Kps_zcMk) - PLSD Communications