Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Steven Hemphill’s organization
Sep 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ouachita Parish School Board Special Called Meeting
The meeting focused on the adoption of a resolution regarding the final form and execution of a bond purchase agreement for the 2026 series general obligation school bonds. The Board also reviewed and accepted a bid for the George Welsh roof replacement project, determining that funding would be managed through savings from prior roofing projects and allocations from the upcoming fiscal year.
Sep 8, 2026
Enterprise
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The board addressed several financial and operational agenda items. Key discussions and approvals included the purchase of property for West Monroe High School, the adoption of revised board policies mandated by legislative changes, and the approval of the annual operating budget. Additionally, the board approved the implementation of a local employee salary stipend, adopted salary schedules for the upcoming fiscal year, and discussed financial reports concerning insurance reimbursements for storm damage. A resolution to amend an investment agreement with the Louisiana State Treasury was also reviewed.
The committee meeting focused on reviewing and adopting several policy updates in response to recent legislative actions. Key topics included revisions to policies on mandatory reporter definitions for child abuse, an increase in personal leave days for teachers and staff, updated due process procedures for students with exceptionalities, and new requirements for viewing recordings in special education classrooms. Additionally, the committee discussed policies regarding behavioral health services in classrooms, student discipline, and immediate suspension protocols for assault or battery against school employees.
Aug 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ouachita Parish School Board Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee reviewed the 2026-2027 fiscal year operating budget, covering fixed cost projections, student enrollment trends, and the financial health of the General and M&O sales tax funds. Key agenda items included amendments to salary schedules, the potential impact of the Governor’s executive order on district finances, and strategies for maintaining positive bond ratings. The committee discussed various cost-saving measures, including the consolidation of facilities and the restructuring of funding sources for programs like child nutrition to avoid negative impacts on classroom instruction.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.