One item at the meeting was the board’s decision to upgrade 20 paraprofessional positions from part-time to full-time status. The adjustment is anticipated to benefit the district’s special education program by reducing turnover and fostering a more stable learning environment. A representative from the special education administration emphasized the importance of this decision, noting it would improve academic support and behavioral outcomes for students, as well as enable more effective collaboration between teachers and paraprofessionals.

In addition to the staffing adjustments, updates were provided on the district’s preparations for the upcoming school year. The superintendent acknowledged the efforts of the facilities and custodial teams in ensuring that classrooms are clean and ready for students. The technology department’s readiness was also highlighted, with complete device refreshes and network checks completed to facilitate a smooth start to teaching and learning. The district is on track with hiring, and orientations are scheduled, with back-to-school communications being rolled out through Parent Square.

Furthermore, the finance and operations committee reported on the progress of summer projects and discussed the preschool addition. The curriculum committee had minimal updates to share.