# October 2026 Student Services Committee Meeting

The Waukesha School District Student Services Committee met on October 7, 2026. Public commenters described educational and emotional benefits of Dakota, a certified therapy dog, and urged the district to consider a policy governing therapy dogs in schools, including training, health, insurance, and safety requirements. A committee member later recommended reviewing district policy on this topic; no policy change was adopted. The committee approved, 5–0, the September 1 meeting minutes with an amendment to list an excused board member. It also heard updates on student safety drills and protocols, attendance, behavior referrals, suspensions, and key performance indicators. A member suggested improving parent communication and procedures for student transportation to athletic events.

The committee received an informational update on the district’s five-year Care Solace partnership, which connects students, families, and staff with mental-health and community services. The presenter reported that the contract was renewed the prior year and that social services were included at no cost through 2028, following a state budget provision; no dollar amount, new award, or procurement vote was stated. The district also reported prioritizing improved lighting around school buildings over the past two years, but provided no project costs or purchasing details. No new procurement action was identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Published:** October 07, 2026

### Sources
- [October 2026 Student Services Committee Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLjMV4IIvA8) - Waukesha School District TV