# Board of Education Meeting Stream - August 25, 2026

The Pender County Schools Board of Education held a meeting on August 25, 2026, primarily focused on policy updates, student services, and facilities management. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a contract with Cape Fear Community College for a liaison supporting CAP students, with a quarterly cost of $4,000, and plans for capital improvement projects such as covered walkways at Cape Fear Elementary and Surf City schools. The board also discussed ongoing HVAC system upgrades and mold remediation efforts at CF Pope school, highlighting the implementation of preventive maintenance programs and the challenges posed by older mechanical systems. Additionally, the board reviewed updates to emergency management systems, including the purchase of the Raptor program to improve school safety protocols. Several policy revisions were presented for first and second readings, with some items deferred to the next meeting for approval. Motions to adopt the agenda and enter and exit closed sessions related to personnel matters were passed unanimously.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** August 25, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Education Meeting Stream - August 25, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzKroanH3-Q) - Pender County Schools