# 2026-09-15 Work Session

This Wake County Schools work session held on September 15, 2026, primarily focused on updates regarding emergency structural repairs at three elementary schools—Creech Road, Davis Drive, and Durant Road. The discussion detailed the procurement and contracting aspects of these repairs, including construction bid prices, design and inspection costs, and foundation repair expenses, totaling approximately $6.4 million. The board acknowledged the contractors' responsiveness and the project's timely completion. Additionally, the session included an extensive staffing update presented by the district's talent acquisition leaders, highlighting recruitment efforts, vacancy rates, retention improvements, and innovative programs like the CCTI educator preparation initiative. The board discussed challenges in filling certain positions, particularly in transportation and special education, and reviewed strategies such as targeted recruitment, digital outreach, and pool recruitment to address these issues. The meeting also featured presentations from school principals sharing success stories related to instructional leadership and school improvement efforts. No new contract awards or RFPs were announced, but the session emphasized ongoing procurement management and strategic staffing initiatives.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Professional Services
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [2026-09-15 Work Session](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72M-jI4sO5Q) - WakeCountySchools