# 8/10/2026 - BOE Regular Meeting

The Edgecombe County Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. Key procurement actions included the approval of a contract with Ronda Powell for private transportation services for various departments within the school system, with a contract value not to exceed $160,000. The board also approved a sole source contract with 806 Technologies Inc. to provide software technology services for federal program monitoring using Title I funds, valued at $11,000. Additionally, the board approved a sole source tutoring services contract with the Spark Hub for Southside Academy using Title I funds. The meeting featured a detailed presentation and update on the North Edgecombe High School Innovation Project, including architectural design, budget considerations, and scheduling, with the board authorizing the design team to proceed to the construction document phase. Several policy updates were also approved, including policies related to class rankings, wireless communication device use, student searches, school nutrition services, and career and college promise agreements. The board also approved the 2026-2027 tuition rate for out-of-county students and received updates on capital projects such as a wheelchair lift installation and middle school roof repairs. Community members expressed concerns about transparency and community involvement in the high school construction project, which the board addressed by scheduling upcoming community input meetings. The meeting concluded with committee assignments and adjournment.

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

### Sources
- [8/10/2026 - BOE Regular Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6cf3U2MpiE) - Edgecombe County Public Schools