Lafayette Parish School System public meetings in 2025

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board will consider a consent agenda with multiple actions, including approving a construction manager for a new K-8 school at J.W. Faulk Elementary, updates to the 2025-26 salary schedule, and several one-time stipends for teachers and staff. An information item on the 2026-2027 Coordinated Funding Request for early childhood will be available for public comment Dec 12–18.

• Approval of J.B. Mouton as Construction Manager at Risk for new K-8 school at J.W. Faulk campus
• Updates to 2025-26 salary schedule: moving bus attendants to Bus Staff pay scale, adding playoff incentives for athletic trainers, reinstating Assistant Dance Squad stipend
• One-time Differentiated Compensation Stipend for teachers in critical shortage, highly effective, high-needs schools, or leadership positions
• $3,000 one-time stipend for new Algebra I or Geometry teacher hires for spring 2026 semester
• Superintendent's Attendance Incentive: up to $1,000 for teachers, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, and bus attendants with no absences Jan 5–May 22, 2026

The Board approved several consent agenda items including the 2026 meeting schedule, salary updates, and a construction manager for the J.W. Faulk campus. Additionally, the Board reviewed Superintendent Touchet's evaluation score of 3.8 out of 4.

• Approved 2026 Regular Board Meeting Schedule (9-0)
• Approved updates to 2025-26 Salary Schedule (9-0)
• Approved revisions to current job descriptions (9-0)
• Approved one-time Differentiated Pay Stipend (9-0)
• Approved $3,000 one-time stipend for Algebra I or Geometry teacher staffing (9-0)
• Approved J.B. Mouton as Construction Manager At Risk for new K-8th Grade School at J.W. Faulk Campus (9-0)
• Approved December Budget-to-Actual/Revisions for FY 25-26 (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Attendance Incentive (9-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including several construction projects, policy updates, and a tax election canvass. Key actions include funding for new sidewalks at Martial Billeaud Elementary, declaring surplus portable buildings, adopting a crisis intervention policy, and authorizing the CMAR delivery method for classroom additions at Broadmoor and Westside Elementary and a collaborative activity room at Milton Elementary/Middle. The board also canvassed the results of the October 11 general election, renewing a 7.79 mills property tax for ten years.

• $150,000 approved for new sidewalks at Martial Billeaud Elementary via intergovernmental agreement with City of Broussard
• Classroom additions at Broadmoor Elementary ($8,400,000) and Westside Elementary ($6,000,000) using CMAR delivery method
• New collaborative activity room at Milton Elementary/Middle ($2,200,000)
• Surplus property declared for the Pavilion at J.W. Faulk and all remaining portable buildings across the district
• Canvassed election results renewing a 7.79 mills property tax for Consolidated School District No. 1 for ten years

The Board approved updates to crisis intervention guidelines, employee job descriptions, and school project delivery methods. It also authorized funding for new sidewalks at Martial Billeaud Elementary and delegated authority for construction amendments.

• Approved crisis intervention procedures and guidelines (6-0)
• Approved revised employee job descriptions effective Nov. 13, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved $150,000 for Martial Billeaud Elementary sidewalk project (6-0)
• Approved declaration of surplus property for J.W. Faulk Pavilion and remaining portable buildings (6-0)
• Approved delegation of authority for CMAR early release amendments (6-0)
• Approved CMAR delivery method and initial budgets for Broadmoor, Westside, and Milton schools (6-0)
• Approved updated policy and list for selection of architects and engineers (6-0)

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board Insurance/Finance Committee will review and approve minutes from the October 15 meeting and receive an update from Gallagher Benefit Services on the January 2026 stop loss renewal decision and the 2025 annual service calendar. No votes on insurance changes are scheduled at this meeting.

• Approval of October 15, 2025 committee meeting minutes
• Gallagher Report update on January 2026 stop loss renewal and 2025 annual service calendar

The Board Insurance/Finance Committee approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Joshua Edmond and seconded by Jeremy Hidalgo, and it carried with both members voting yes; Roddy Bergeron was absent. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried; 2 yes, 0 no, 1 absent)

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Board Insurance/Finance Committee will hear updates on the transition from LA Blue to Meritain Aetna, including a disruption report and direct-to-employer contracting. Members will also review the Gallagher Report on plan performance and receive a list of approved projects over $200,000. The committee will vote to approve the September 2025 meeting minutes.

• Review of Meritain Aetna transition including Verity Network disruption report and direct-to-employer contracting
• Update from Gallagher Benefit Services on plan performance, implementation, and annual service calendar
• Summary of property and casualty insurance coverage
• Superintendent's report on approved projects costing $200,000 or more
• Approval of September 15, 2025 committee meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting minutes from September 15, 2025. Discussions included a summary of property and casualty coverage, school infrastructure projects totaling approximately $280 million, and updates regarding the transition to Meritain Aetna.

• Approved September 15, 2025, meeting minutes (2-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISION #2

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including $19.5 million for new wings at Broadmoor, Ernest Gallet, and Westside Elementary, $2.2 million for a PE facility at Milton Elementary/Middle, and $2.285 million for Lafayette High baseball/softball field and football stadium design. The board also declared an $8.14 million excess distribution from the 2002 Half-Cent Sales Tax fund, providing $2,908.74 per eligible classroom teacher. Other approved items included budget revisions, new positions, and a $7.8 million reallocation for roof replacements, HVAC, and other capital projects.

• Approved $19.5M for new wings at Broadmoor, Ernest Gallet, and Westside Elementary
• Declared $8.1M excess sales tax distribution to teachers ($2,908 per eligible employee)
• Approved $2.2M reallocation for new PE facility at Milton Elementary/Middle
• Approved $2.285M for Lafayette High baseball/softball field and football stadium design
• Approved $7.8M for roof replacements, HVAC, carpet, and parking at Southside

The Board approved several major facility projects, including wing additions at three elementary schools and a new PE facility at Milton Elementary/Middle. It also authorized a payout of over $8.1 million in excess sales tax funds to eligible classroom teachers.

• Approved $19.5M for wing additions at Broadmoor, Ernest Gallet, and Westside Elementary (8-0)
• Approved $2.2M reallocation for a new PE facility at Milton Elementary/Middle (8-0)
• Approved $8,135,274 excess distribution from 2002 Half-Cent Sales Tax Fund for teacher payouts of $2,908.74 per eligible employee (8-0)
• Approved October Budget-to-Actual/Revisions for FY 25-26 (8-0)
• Approved addition of Financial Support Specialist position in Accounting Department (8-0)
• Approved addition of Insurance & Benefits Member Advocate Coordinator position (8-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy GBRIB - Sick Leave (8-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to execute Petition of Annexation of Property, City of Scott (8-0)

LPSB -Blue Ribbon Committee Meeting

The Blue Ribbon Committee is considering a recommendation for an excess distribution scenario from the 2002 Half Cent Sales Tax. The committee will vote on a scenario to present to the full School Board.

• Recommendation for Declaration of Excess Distribution (2002 Half Cent Sales Tax)

The Blue Ribbon Committee reviewed the 2025-2026 Proposed Excess Distribution Budget. The committee voted unanimously to forward a recommendation for an excess declaration of $2,908.74 to the Board.

• Forwarded recommendation of $2,908.74 excess declaration to the Board (unanimous)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted to approve construction of a new K-8 facility on the current J.W. Faulk Elementary site. Upon completion, Paul Breaux Middle, J.W. Faulk, and Dr. Raphael Baranco Elementary students will merge into the new campus. The board also approved consent items including up to $50 million in sales tax revenue bonds, the 2026-2027 school calendar, and updates to personnel evaluations and job descriptions.

• Approval of new K-8 facility at J.W. Faulk Elementary site; merger of three schools
• Resolution authorizing up to $50 million in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Authorization to use Construction Manager at Risk delivery method and $130,000 pre-design budget for new District 4 K-8 school
• Approval of 2026-2027 district calendar
• Declaration of surplus portable classrooms at Youngsville Middle, Acadiana High, and Lafayette High

The Board approved the construction of a new K-8 facility at the current J. W. Faulk Elementary site, which will merge students from Paul Breaux Middle, J. W. Faulk, and Dr. Raphael Baranco elementary schools. Additionally, the Board authorized the issuance of up to $50 million in sales tax revenue bonds for capital improvements.

• Approved construction of new K-8 facility at J. W. Faulk Elementary site (9-0)
• Approved D.A. Davidson as underwriter/placement agent for District 4 school bonds (9-0)
• Authorized CMAR delivery method and $130,000 pre-design budget for District 4 K-8 school (9-0)
• Approved preliminary issuance of up to $50,000,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds (9-0)

LPSB - Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will vote to approve the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates from Gallagher Benefit Services on plan performance and 2026 initiatives, and hear a staff report covering Ameritas Dental, open enrollment, and vesting.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 Board Insurance/Finance Committee meeting minutes
• Gallagher Report update on plan performance, accomplished initiatives, and 2026 changes
• Staff report on Ameritas Dental insurance
• Open enrollment and vesting updates

The committee approved the meeting minutes from August 6, 2025. Members received information regarding Gallagher financial monitoring and upcoming dental premium increases for active employees and retirees.

• Approved August 6, 2025, meeting minutes (3-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including a one-time stipend of $2,000 for certificated employees and $1,000 for support staff, with a $2.5 million budget impact. Also approved were budget revisions, a $5 million transfer for the David Thibodaux Competition Gym, and several policy updates. The board also rescheduled the September meeting to September 18, 2025.

• Approved $2,000 stipends for teachers and $1,000 for support staff, totaling up to $2.5 million from Fund 20
• Approved use of $5 million in committed funds for David Thibodaux Competition Gym
• Approved adjustments to the 2025-2026 salary schedule
• Approved addition of a Building Inspector position with no budget impact
• Approved revisions to policies on instructional materials, student internet use, bullying/hazing, expulsion, and child abuse

The Board approved several personnel and financial updates, including employee stipends and salary schedule adjustments. It also authorized the sale of surplus property at 2910 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy and awarded a VoIP phone service contract to LFT Fiber.

• Approved $5,000,000 for David Thibodaux Competition Gym
• Approved state-approved stipends of $2,000/$1,000 for employees
• Approved adjustments to the 2025-26 Salary Schedule
• Approved addition of Building Inspector position
• Declared property at 2910 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy as surplus for sale
• Awarded VoIP Phone Service contract (RFP#41-25) to LFT Fiber
• Rescheduled September 11 meeting to September 18 (6-1)
• Approved revisions to policies on instructional materials, internet use, bullying, expulsion, and child abuse

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Board Insurance/Finance Committee will approve minutes from July 16 and receive an informational update from Gallagher Benefit Services on plan performance and the annual service calendar. No votes on new policies or expenditures are scheduled.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 committee meeting minutes
• Gallagher Benefit Services report on plan performance and annual service calendar

The committee approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Members discussed the Gallagher Report, noting a total plan cost of nearly $60 million for fiscal year 2024/25 and a projected cost of $70 million for 2025/26.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Board approved several financial and administrative updates, including the 2025 millage rates and budget revisions for multiple fiscal years. The body also updated employee insurance policies and selected pharmacy benefit managers for 2026.

• Adoption of 2025 millage rates via Resolution 07-025-2140
• Transfer of $72,724 from the Acadiana High Covered Walkway project to Contingency
• Reallocation of $10,000 for whiteboards at Alice Boucher Elementary
• Selection of MedImpact and Optum Rx as Pharmacy Benefits Managers effective January 1, 2026
• Amendment to the 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan for 2nd grade promotion criteria

The Board approved the 2025 millage rates and several administrative updates, including revisions to the pupil progression plan and salary schedules. The Board also selected pharmacy benefits managers for 2026 and approved various budget reallocations for facilities.

• Adopted 2025 millage rates: Constitutional (4.92), Special Maintenance/Operational (7.79), Special Maintenance Improvement/Operational (5.00), and Operational (16.70) (9-0)
• Approved amendment to 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan for 2nd grade promotion (9-0)
• Approved revisions to job descriptions and 2025-26 Salary Schedule Booklet (9-0)
• Approved transfer of $72,724 from Acadiana High covered walkway project to Contingency (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 reallocation for whiteboards at Alice Boucher Elementary (9-0)
• Approved MedImpact as EGWP Pharmacy Benefits Manager effective Jan 1, 2026 (9-0)
• Approved Optum Rx as Traditional Services Pharmacy Benefits Manager effective Jan 1, 2026 (9-0)
• Approved revisions to Board Policy EGA regarding staff insurance coverages (9-0)

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board Insurance/Finance Committee met on July 16, 2025, to discuss and act on insurance matters. The committee recommended selecting MedImpact for the Employer Group Waiver Plan (EGWP) pharmacy benefit manager and Optum RX for traditional pharmacy benefit manager services. These recommendations will go before the full board for final approval.

• Approved minutes from the June 4, 2025 committee meeting
• Received updates from Gallagher Benefit Services on financial monitoring, PBM market checks, and the annual service calendar
• Recommended MedImpact for EGWP (Medicare-eligible) PBM services, replacing SilverScript (CVS Health)
• Recommended Optum RX for traditional PBM services, after narrowing from five initial respondents
• Committee members present: Jeremy Hidalgo and Roddy Bergeron; Joshua Edmond absent

The Insurance/Finance Committee recommended the selection of MedImpact and Optum RX for pharmacy benefit services. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from June 4, 2025.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recommended MedImpact for Employer Group Waiver Plan (EGWP) PBM services to the full Board (2-0)
• Recommended Optum RX for traditional PBM services to the full Board (2-0)

LPSB-Special Board Meeting (Budget Adoption)

The board unanimously approved Resolution 06-025-2137, adopting the unified budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, with total resource uses of $656,544,697.00. The adoption is an annual requirement by September 15.

• Adoption of Resolution 06-025-2137 for the FY2025-2026 unified budget
• Total budget resource uses: $656,544,697.00
• Unanimous approval by all nine board members present

The Board held a special meeting to adopt the Unified Budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This action followed public hearings and previous discussions held on April 10 and May 7.

• Approved Resolution 06-025-2137 adopting the Unified Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (9-0)

LPSB - Public Hearing on Budget

The Lafayette Parish School Board holds a public hearing to present and discuss the proposed unified budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The agenda includes a single substantive item: the budget proposal from Finance, with attached resolution and full budget document. No other business is scheduled.

• Proposed Unified Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 presented by Finance (Dugas/LeBlanc)
• Adoption Resolution 06-025-2137 attached
• FY26 Proposed Budget document attached (8,270 KB)

The Board held a public hearing and adopted the Unified Budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year via Resolution 06-025-2137. This action follows previous discussions held during special meetings on April 10 and May 7.

• Adopted Unified Budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 (Resolution 06-025-2137)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a reorganization plan eliminating and creating staff positions in response to a new state accountability system, selected a third-party administrator for group health insurance effective January 1, 2026, and authorized facility improvement projects using contingency funds. The board also approved the 2025-2026 salary schedule, the student code of conduct, and a cooperative endeavor agreement for homestead exemption audit services. All actions were taken at the regular meeting on June 12, 2025.

• Reorganization eliminates 9 positions (e.g., Executive Director of Special Education, Program Specialist) and creates 6 new positions (e.g., Director of Special Education-Curriculum and Instruction, Content Instructional Coach) effective July 1, 2025
• Approved Third Party Administrator for group health insurance (Vote: 8-1, with David LeJeune dissenting) and authorized contract negotiation
• Facility projects approved: Lerosen Walkway Canopy Repairs & Sidewalks ($100,000), Paul Breaux Painting ($235,000), Paul Breaux Restroom & Locker Renovations ($100,000), and others totaling over $1.5 million
• Declared a portable classroom building at Katharine Drexel Elementary as surplus property for sale or disposal
• Approved Point Solutions for group health insurance (Quantify Infusion Therapy and FEDLogic) with estimated savings of $1.44 million

The Board authorized the Superintendent to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement to implement a Homestead Exemption Audit Mapping System. The program uses a company called TrueRoll to identify unlawfully claimed exemptions to recover lost tax revenue. The School Board will pay a proportionate share of the costs based on its millage.

• Approved Resolution 06-025-2136 to authorize the Homestead Exemption Audit Mapping System agreement
• Rescheduled October 9, 2025 Regular Board Meeting to October 2, 2025

LPSB-Discipline Policy Review

This informational meeting presents the draft District Discipline Policies for the 2025-2026 school year. The draft is available for public review at the district office from June 4 through June 11, 2025. The board is scheduled to vote on the policies at the regular meeting on June 12, 2025.

• Review of District Discipline Policies for 2025-2026 School Year — draft available for public review June 4-11 at 202 Rue Iberville

LPSB - Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board Insurance/Finance Committee will discuss the 2025-2026 property and casualty insurance renewal, which increases the policy limit from $100 million to $200 million and reduces the retention from $1 million to $500,000. The committee will also consider directing staff to issue a Request for Qualifications for insurance brokerage services and review a Gallagher report on benefit cost savings.

• Property and casualty insurance renewal update: policy limit increased to $200 million, retention decreased to $500,000
• Action to recommend staff create timeline and qualifications for Casualty & Property Insurance Brokerage Services RFQ
• Gallagher Benefit Services report on cost savings impact, point solutions, and annual service calendar
• Approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025 Insurance/Finance Committee meeting

The Insurance/Finance Committee approved the May 6 meeting minutes and directed staff to establish a timeline and qualifications for a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) regarding insurance brokerage services. The committee also scheduled a workshop to review Third Party Administrator (TPA) proposals for health insurance before a recommendation is made to the full Board.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Directed staff to create a timeline and qualifications for a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Casualty & Property Insurance Brokerage Services (3-0)
• Approved scheduling a workshop and a Superintendent recommendation to the full Board for the June 12, 2025 meeting regarding the Gallagher Report (3-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that includes a teacher and instructional pay scale increase, raising starting teacher salaries to $50,000, along with incentive stipends. The board also approved relocating the SOAR Program to Lerosen campus and moving performing and visual arts programs from Ovey Comeaux High to Lafayette High. Information items included recognition of student achievements and a $598.44 interest reserve payment from the 2002 half-cent sales tax to classroom teachers.

• Approved teacher salary increase to $50,000 starting pay, funded by district office optimization savings
• Relocated SOAR program from Ambassador Annex to Lerosen campus for 2025-26
• Relocated performing and visual arts programs from Ovey Comeaux High to Lafayette High for 2025-26
• Authorized contract with Henry C. Eyre, Jr., P.E. Consulting Engineers for HVAC consulting services
• 2002 half-cent sales tax interest reserve payment of $598.44 to eligible employees

The Board approved a new teacher and instructional pay scale and incentive stipend package for fiscal year 2025-2026. Several programs were relocated, including the SOAR program and the performing and visual arts programs from Ovey Comeaux High. The Board also authorized a contract for HVAC consulting services.

• Approved teacher and instructional pay scale increase and incentive stipends (9-0)
• Approved relocation of SOAR Program to Lerosen campus for 2025-26 (9-0)
• Approved relocation of Ovey Comeaux High Performing Arts to Lafayette High (9-0)
• Approved relocation of Ovey Comeaux High Visual Arts to Lafayette High (9-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan (9-0)
• Authorized HVAC consulting contract with Henry C. Eyre, Jr., P.E. Consulting Engineers (9-0)
• Approved $9.00/hour rate for work-based learning students (9-0)
• Declared portable classrooms at CPL Middlebrook School as surplus property (9-0)

LPSB-Special Board Meeting - Budget #2

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted unanimously to authorize staff to proceed with the budget adoption process for the 2025-2026 fiscal year across ten funds, including the General Fund, Special Revenue, Capital Projects, and Debt Service. The meeting was a special board session focused on budget #2. All action consent items were approved without discussion.

• Approved progression of proposed 2025-2026 General Fund Budget Summary
• Approved progression of proposed 2025-2026 Special Revenue Fund budget
• Approved progression of proposed 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Fund budget
• Approved progression of proposed 2025-2026 Self-Funded Construction Fund budget
• Approved progression of proposed 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund budget

The Board approved the start of the adoption process for 11 different 2025-2026 budget funds. A public inspection period will run from May 27 to June 12, 2025, followed by a public hearing and adoption meeting on June 12.

• Authorized budget adoption process for General Fund Budget Summary (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Special Revenue Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Capital Improvement Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Self-Funded Construction Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Debt Service Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for School Food Service Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Cafe Beauregard Fund (9-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Group Insurance Fund (9-0)

LPSB - Facilities and Long-Range Plan Committee

The Facilities and Long-Range Plan Committee will consider approving the minutes from March 12, 2025, and discuss a portable classroom list as of May 1, 2025. The meeting includes staff remarks and public comments.

• Discussion of portable classroom list as of May 1, 2025

The committee met to review administrative items and discuss the current portable list. The only formal action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (Motion Carries)

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Board Insurance/Finance Committee will discuss the Gallagher Benefit Services report covering plan performance, FY 2025-2026 budget, plan design modeling, and the annual service calendar. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of Gallagher Benefit Services report on school insurance plans
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025 committee meeting
• Review of FY 2025-2026 budget and plan opportunities

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. Members also reviewed a Gallagher report regarding insurance plan performance and projected budget needs for next year.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

LPSB -Blue Ribbon Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board Blue Ribbon Committee is meeting to review the proposed budget for the FY26 2002 Half-Cent Sales Tax Fund. This review involves financial documents revised on April 30, 2025.

• Review of Proposed FY26 2002 Half-Cent Sales Tax Fund Financials

LPSB-Special Board Meeting - Budget #1

The Lafayette Parish School Board held a special budget meeting. They discussed a budget recap and timeline, as well as budget challenges and opportunities. The board then approved proposed budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year for seven funds, including Special Revenue, Capital Improvements, Self-Funded Construction, School Food Services, Debt Service, Cafe Beauregard, and Combined Sales Tax.

• Discussion of 2025-2026 Budget Recap & Timeline
• Discussion of Budget Challenges and Opportunities
• Approved proposed 2025-2026 Special Revenue Fund budget
• Approved proposed 2025-2026 Capital Improvements Fund budget
• Approved proposed 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund budget

The Board approved several proposed budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year via a consent agenda. Administration also reported a $198,382 budget surplus following $1.2 million in District Office cuts, while noting a projected $5 million deficit in the Health Insurance Fund.

• Approved 2025-2026 Special Revenue Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Capital Improvements Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Self-Funded Construction Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 School Food Services Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Debt Service Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Cafe Beauregard Fund budget (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Combined Sales Tax Fund budget (6-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that includes issuing up to $70 million in sales tax revenue bonds and calling an election to renew a 7.79 mills property tax expiring in 2026. Other approved items include early obligation of $4.88 million for textbooks, revised student fees, dress code guidelines, and bell schedules for 2025-2026. Information items cover a budget recap and teacher salary increase plans.

• Approval of up to $70,000,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Call for election to renew 7.79 mills ad valorem tax in Consolidated School District No. 1
• Early obligation of $4,881,930 for textbooks and site licenses for 2025-2026
• Revisions to Appendix A Schedule of Fees for student fees for 2025-2026
• Approval of 2025-2026 dress code guidelines and bell schedules

The Board preliminarily approved the issuance of up to $70 million in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for capital improvements and school facilities. The Board also adopted resolutions recognizing National Week of the Young Child and School Library Month.

• Preliminarily approved issuance of up to $70,000,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for capital improvements
• Adopted Resolution 04-025-2127 recognizing National Week of the Young Child (April 5-11, 2025)
• Adopted Resolution 04-025-2128 proclaiming April 2025 as School Library Month

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board Insurance/Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss the Gallagher Report, which covers plan performance, fiscal year projections, budget solutions, premium equivalent rates, and the 2025 annual service calendar. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of Gallagher Report: Plan Performance Executive Summary for July 2024–January 2025
• Discussion of FY 2025–2026 projection, budget, and potential cost-reduction solutions
• Presentation of Premium Equivalent Rates for actuarial projection and LPSS admin budget
• Review of the 2025 Annual Service Calendar
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2025 Board Insurance Committee meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. Members reviewed a Gallagher report detailing a projected $69,995,000 budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and discussed potential cost-saving strategies to avoid district cuts.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

LPSB -Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting

The LPSB Board Insurance/Finance Committee will review and approve the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting. The committee will hear updates from Gallagher Benefit Services on the monthly financial monitoring report, Medicare coordination review, and annual service calendar. Staff will report on a BMI dependent audit and retiree educational events. The committee will also receive a budget re-cap and timeline for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and discuss related challenges and opportunities.

• Approval of minutes from the Board Insurance Committee Meeting on February 11, 2025
• Gallagher Report: Monthly Financial Monitoring Report for January 2025, Medicare Coordination of Benefits Review, and 2025 Annual Service Calendar
• Staff update on BMI Dependent Audit and Upcoming Retiree Educational Events/Workshops
• Budget Re-Cap and Timeline for the 2025-2026 budget process (June adoption)
• Discussion of Budget Challenges and Opportunities for 2025-2026

The committee approved the February 11, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed a projected General Fund deficit of $10,361,277 and a $4.9M insurance plan surplus resulting from a General Fund transfer. A BMI Dependent Audit was reported to have generated $109,000 in recurring annual savings.

• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

LPSB - Board Workshop - ACFR

The Lafayette Parish School Board will hold a workshop to review the results of the external audit and receive the 2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) from the auditor. This is an informational presentation with no formal votes expected.

• Presentation of 2023-2024 ACFR by external auditor Brad Kolder of Kolder, Slaven & Company, LLC

The Board held a workshop to review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended June 30, 2024. External auditor Brad Kolder presented findings on revenues, expenditures, and internal controls. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The board approved consent items including a notice of public meeting to potentially call an election for continuation of an ad valorem tax in Consolidated School District No. 1. It also approved facility improvement funding reallocations totaling $2.2 million for projects like Northside High paint and lighting, design fees of $900,000 for wing additions at three schools, and a lease agreement with UL Lafayette for a radio tower site. Recognitions were presented for students, teachers, principals, and support staff of the year.

• Notice of public meeting on April 10, 2025 to consider a resolution for an ad valorem tax continuation election (item 2.7)
• Approval to keep Edward J. Sam Accelerated School at W.D. Smith Career Center instead of moving to Comeaux High (item 3.4)
• Use of $2.2 million in contingency and reallocated funds for facility improvements: Northside High paint ($240K), lighting ($230K), Drexel bathroom renovations ($50K), Acadian Middle bathroom renovations ($240K) (item 3.5)
• $900,000 approved for design fees for wing additions at Acadiana High ($366,000), Judice Middle ($222,000), and L J Alleman Middle ($312,000) (item 3.8)
• Lease renewal with University of Louisiana at Lafayette for Section 16 land in Duson for KRVS radio tower (item 3.9)

The Board approved several resolutions recognizing Youth Art Month, National School Social Work Week, and National School Breakfast Week. The Board also issued a public notice regarding a future meeting to discuss an ad valorem tax election.

• Approved Resolution 03-025-2124 recognizing Youth Art Month (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-025-2121 designating March 10-14, 2025, as National School Social Work Week (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-025-2123 recognizing National School Breakfast Week (March 3-7) and National Nutrition Month (March 2025)

LPSB - Facilities and Long-Range Plan Committee - RESCHEDULED

The Facilities and Long-Range Plan Committee voted to update the Committed School Sites Additions/Renovations/Replacements List. They removed projects that are complete or underway and added Paul Breaux Middle School as a replacement. The updated list will be forwarded to the full school board. The committee also selected a chairperson for 2025.

• Selected a committee chairperson for 2025
• Removed Southside High Home and Visitor Stadium, Lafayette Middle School Library, and S J Montgomery Elementary from the committed list
• Added Paul Breaux Middle to the replacements list
• Updated additions/renovations list including Judice Middle, Acadiana High, L J Alleman, David Thibodaux STEM, Carencro High, J W Faulk, and Northside High replacement

The Facilities and Long-Range Plan Committee updated the list of committed school site additions, renovations, and replacements to be sent to the full Board. The committee also elected a chairperson and discussed the cost of removing portable buildings from campuses.

• Elected Chad Desormeaux as committee chairperson by acclamation
• Approved updated Committed School Sites list removing Southside High Stadium, Lafayette Middle School Library, and S J Montgomery Elementary (3-0)
• Approved adding Paul Breaux Middle to the list of replacements (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting at L Leo Judice at 4:00 p.m. (3-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that includes a major staff reorganization and job reclassification estimated to save $1.5 million annually. The board also accepted a $1.9 million gift from the Pugh Family Foundation for the ACE model at Alice Boucher Elementary. Other actions include discontinuing the Army ROTC program at Acadiana High and authorizing a request for proposals for food service management.

• Acceptance of $1.9M gift from Pugh Family Foundation for ACE model at Alice Boucher Elementary (three academic years)
• Staff reorganization eliminating 30+ positions and adding new roles, saving $1.5M per year
• Discontinuation of Army ROTC Magnet Academy at Acadiana High starting 2025-2026
• Revisions to Magnet Academy Procedures
• Authorization to issue RFP for Food Service Management Company options

The Board approved a $1.9 million gift from the Pugh Family Foundation and partners to support the Accelerating Campus Excellence model for three years. Other actions included a staff reorganization plan and the discontinuation of a magnet program. The Board also authorized exploring new food service management options.

• Approved $1.9M gift from Pugh Family Foundation for Alice Boucher Elementary (9-0)
• Approved revisions to Magnet Academy Procedures (9-0)
• Approved updates to current job descriptions (9-0)
• Approved staff reorganization and reclass plan with estimated $1.5M annual savings (9-0)
• Approved discontinuation of Army ROTC Magnet Academy Program at Acadiana High School for 2025-2026 (9-0)
• Approved issuing an RFP to explore Food Service Management Company options (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 02-025-2117 certifying board member training and ethics requirements (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 02-025-2114 recognizing Black History Month (9-0)

LPSB -Board Insurance Committee Meeting

The Board Insurance Committee is meeting to select a chairperson for 2025 and approve minutes from December 18, 2024. The committee will also receive updates from Gallagher Benefit Services regarding financial monitoring and the 2025 service calendar.

• Selection of 2025 Board Insurance Committee Chairperson
• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Gallagher Report - Gardner/LeBouef
• Review of Monthly Financial Monitoring Report (FMR) through December 2024
• Review of 2025 Annual Service Calendar

The committee elected a new chairperson and approved the minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed a financial report showing a $9.3 million deficit in the insurance plan through December 2024. The committee was renamed the Board Insurance and Finance Committee.

• Elected Jeremy Hidalgo as Chairperson by acclamation
• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

LPSB - Board Training

This is a board training workshop, not a regular business meeting. The agenda includes a policy refresher, an overview of regulations and laws for facilities covering the Louisiana Public Bid Law, and a presentation on social media best practices. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Board Policy Refresher presented by Hammonds
• Regulations and Laws for Facilities (Louisiana Public Bid Law) presented by Gautreaux
• Social Media Best Practices presentation by Wirtz, Simon and Gardner
• Roll call and adjournment (procedural only)

The meeting consisted of informational presentations for board members. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes were recorded.

LPSB - Board Training

The board is meeting for a training session focused on district vision, budget processes, and legal responsibilities. The agenda consists of informational presentations and training items.

• 2025 District Vision presentation by Touchet
• Special Education roles and federal IDEA funding presentation by H. Ortego
• Budget process practices training by Dugas/Mouton
• Ad Valorem Taxes presentation by Mitchell
• Review of the 2025 LPSB Meetings Schedule

The meeting consisted of informational presentations and board training. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Board is electing its 2025 President and Vice-President and reviewing the 2025-2026 budget process. Members are deciding on revised school calendars, staff allocation guidelines, and amendments to the Superintendent's contract.

• Purchase of 5.89 acres adjacent to Acadiana High on Domingue Road for $283,000
• Election of Board President and Vice-President for 2025
• Revised district calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
• Authorization to solicit quotations for exclusive high school graduation photography services
• Amendments to Superintendent Touchet's contract regarding performance objectives and expense allowance

The Board elected Britt Latiolais as President and Hannah Mason as Vice-President for 2025. Members approved revised district calendars for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. The Board also authorized the Superintendent to seek quotes for exclusive high school graduation photography services.

• Elected Britt Latiolais as Board President for 2025 (by acclamation)
• Elected Hannah Mason as Board Vice-President for 2025 (by acclamation)
• Approved Revised District Calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 01-025-2111 recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 01-025-2113 directing Superintendent to request a Paid Claims Detail Report (8-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to solicit quotes for exclusive high school graduation photography, excluding Early College Academy and schools with contracts prior to Jan 8, 2025 (8-0)