Here is a quick look at what was decided and discussed during the recent school board meeting:
Dual Credit Cosmetology Program: Approved a new partnership with Lamar State College Orange, allowing high school students to earn dual credit hours toward a cosmetology license completely free of cost!
Facility & Security Updates: Stadium concession stands were fully cleaned and mitigated. Added extra window security and fiber optic infrastructure, with expanded camera coverage planned as part of the Phase 3 High School Project.
Bond Sale Success: Approved the sale of $25.9M in school building bonds at an interest rate of 4.54%.
Balanced Budget & Investments: Approved the final 2025–2026 budget amendments and adopted a balanced 2026–2027 general operating budget.
No Tax Rate Increase: The total tax rate will remain at $1.0527 ($0.7487 M&O + $0.3040 I&S).
Thank you to our administrators, teachers, and staff for their hard work and smart fiscal stewardship!
Watch the full recording and timestamped agenda items here: Link to August 26, 2026 Meeting Recording