# Board of Education Meeting - August 10, 2026

The Cleveland County Schools Board of Education held a meeting on August 10, 2026, primarily focused on updates related to the upcoming school year, budget discussions, and staffing. The Finance and Personnel Committee reported on state, local, and federal budget updates, noting a net cut of $500,000 in capital dollars from the county, though overall funding had increased over recent years. Discussions included salary schedules, bonuses to be paid in October, and health insurance premium increases. The board also reviewed staffing updates, with fewer than 10 teaching vacancies remaining before school starts. Capital projects and maintenance updates were shared, including technology upgrades to the data center. The board approved several personnel and policy items and discussed ongoing collaboration with county commissioners to address budget needs. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were detailed, but capital improvement projects and budget allocations were noted as ongoing concerns.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** August 10, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Education Meeting - August 10, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMZePpu2ev4) - Cleveland County Schools