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School district
Enrollment19,982 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$16,491 (FY2020)
Schools48 · 1,609 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$417.8M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency42% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency39% (est. 2018)
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Policy Committee
Akron Public Schools Policy Committee to discuss public complaints and controversial issues
The Policy Committee will discuss policies regarding public complaints and controversial issues. The meeting also includes old business concerning vendor relations and the reemployment of retired administrators.
- Policy 9130 - Public Complaints
- Policy 2240 - Controversial Issues
- Policy 3120.01 - Temporary Reemployment of Retired Administrators
- Policy 6460 - Vendor Relations
- Policy 6460.01 - Independent Contract Operator and Service Provider Policy
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Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
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Policy Committee Agenda
Monday, November 2, 2026, at 5:30pm
1.
WELCOME
1.01
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes of October 5, 2026
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
3.01
Policy 9130 - Public Complaints
3.02
Policy 2240 - Controversial Issues
4.
OLD BUSINESS
4.01
Policy 3120.01 - Temporary Reemployment of Retired Administrators
4.02
Policy 6460 - Vendor Relations
4.03
Policy 6460.01 - Independent Contract Operator and Service Provider Policy
5.
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 04:15 PM
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
Committee to review policies on school credits and homeless students
The Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee will discuss curriculum updates, AI processing of communications, and student achievement data. The committee intends to move policies regarding homeless students and credits from nonchartered schools to the Rules Committee.
- Policy 5463: Credits from State-Chartered, Special, and Nonchartered Schools
- Policy 5111.01: Homeless Students
- Policy 7540.10: Recording and AI Processing of Communications on School Property and at School Events
- Fiduciary Responsibility for IDEA Part B Funds
- Quarter One Data Review
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Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee - Nov 02 2026 Agenda
Monday, November 2, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Approval of Previous Minutes
IP Committee 10_5_26 meeting minutes.pdf
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
3.01
Curriculum & Instruction Updates
Instructional Initiatives & Beginning-of-Year (BOY) Data
Committee Action: None
3.02
Instructional Personnel & Professional Learning
Fiduciary Responsibility for IDEA Part B Funds
Committee Action: None
3.03
Instructional Technology & Digital Resources
Policy 7540.10 - Recording and AI Processing of Communications on School Property and at School Events - Overview
1) Current Policy - None | 2) NEOLA template | 3) Redline draft | 4) Clean version - TBD
Committee Action: None
4.
UPDATES
4.01
Data, Assessment & Student Achievement
Quarter One Data Review
Committee Action: None
4.02
Committee Recommendations and Timeline Planning
Policy 5463 - Credits from State-Chartered, Special, and Nonchartered Schools
1) Current policy | 2) NEOLA template | 3) Redline draft | 4) Clean version
Committee Action: To move the policy to the Rules Committee
5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS …
Recent meetings
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron Public Schools Board to review financial reports and personnel changes
The Board will consider the September 2026 financial report and a wide range of personnel recommendations across various staff categories. The meeting includes discussions on grant awards, service contracts, and updates to purchasing and procurement policies.
- Resolution #26-161 to approve the September 2026 Financial Report
- Resolution #26-163 authorizing contracts with parents for student transportation
- Service contracts for snow plowing and Firestone CLC Theatre
- Policy 6320 (Purchasing and Bidding) and Policy 6325 (Procurement - Federal Grants/Funds)
- Acceptance of Akron Community Foundation and Save the Music Foundation grants
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Board Meeting - Regular
Monday, October 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Roll Call
1.02
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
2.01
Previous Board Meeting Minutes - Oct 12 2026
3.
RECOGNITIONS
Student Board Members 2026-2027
4.
SCHOLAR BOARD MEMBER VOICE
5.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
5.01
Requests to Address the Board
6.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
7.
TREASURER'S REPORT
7.01
Financial Report for September 2026
7.02
Resolution #26-161 Approve the September 2026 Financial Report
7.03
Treasurer's Overview of Public School Funding
8.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.01
Finance & Capital Management Committee
8.02
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
8.03
Legal and Contracts Committee
10/21/26 Legal and Contracts Committee Agenda
8.04
Policy Committee
8.05
Rules Committee
8.06
Student Success Celebration Committee
8.07
North High School Ad Hoc Committee
9.
CONSENT AGENDA: PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATORS - PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.01
Retirements/Resign …
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Student Success Celebration Committee
Committee to discuss Narcan policy and student success initiatives
The Student Success Celebration Committee will meet to discuss community showcases and open enrollment. The agenda includes a review of attendance improvement recognition and a specific policy regarding the procurement and use of Naloxone (Narcan) in emergencies.
- Policy 5330.05 – Procurement and Use of Naloxone (Narcan) in Emergency Situations
- APS Community Showcases and Open Enrollment Opportunities
- Attendance Improvement Recognition
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Student Success Celebration Committee Agenda
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building,
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Approval of Previous Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
3.01
APS Community Showcases and Open Enrollment Opportunities
3.02
Attendance Improvement Recognition
3.03
Policy 5330.05 – PROCUREMENT AND USE OF NALOXONE (NARCAN) IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
4.
ADJOURNMENT
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Committee to review September financial report and capital project updates
The Finance and Capital Management Committee will review the September 2026 Financial Report and several capital management updates. The meeting includes reviews of district policies regarding public funds, credit cards, public records, and fixed assets.
- September 2026 Financial Report
- Buchtel Press Box update
- Pfeiffer/Miller South Project update
- North High School Project update
- East CLC Chiller update
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Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting - Oct 21 2026 Agenda
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
PREVIOUS MEETING SUMMARY
1.01
Previous Meeting Summary
1.02
Request to Address the Committee
2.
FINANCE UPDATES
2.01
Monthly Financial Update - September
September 2026 Financial Report
September 2026 Financial Report Resolution
2.02
Finance Policy Review/Updates
Policy 6100 - Proper Use of Public Funds
Policy 6423 - Use of Credit Cards
Policy 8310 - Public Records
Policy 7455 - Accounting System for Fixed Assets
3.
CAPITAL MANAGEMENT/CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
3.01
Buchtel Press Box
3.02
Pfeiffer/Miller South Project
3.03
North High School Project
3.04
East CLC Chiller Update
3.05
Barber Special Needs Playground
4.
ITEMS REFERRED FROM OTHER COMMITTEES
4.01
5.
OLD BUSINESS
5.01
6.
NEW BUSINESS
6.01
7.
ADJOURMENT
The next Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting will be on Wednesday, November 18th at 6:30 pm.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 04:15 PM
Legal and Contracts Committee
Legal and Contracts Committee to discuss multiple vendor contracts
The committee will review and discuss various service and vendor contracts for October 2026. The meeting also includes discussions on resolutions regarding federal and special education funding.
- Cardinal Bus Sales and Services, Inc. contract for $350,590.00
- CDW Government LLC Hovercam contract for $360,000.00
- Snow Plowing Vendors contract for $120,000.00
- Delta Dental contract at $3.59 per member per month over 3 years
- Resolutions for Federal IDEA, Special Ed, and Federal Education Funding
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Legal and Contracts Committee Agenda
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 4:15pm
Committee Purpose: Reviews and makes recommendations on legal matters and contracts, including employment agreements, vendor, service contracts, and policies, ensuring compliance with school policies, state, and federal laws.
1.
PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
1.01
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes of September 16, 2026
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
NEW BUSINESS
3.01
Contracts for discusssion in October 2026
American Athletix, LLC - $235,632.67
Cardinal Bus Sales and Services, Inc. - $350,590.00
CDW Government LLC Google Workspace - $130,194.00
CDW Government LLC Azure - $70,794.00
CDW Government LLC Rubrik - $111,742.00
CDW Government LLC Hovercam - $360,000.00
Cengage Learning, Inc. GALE - $35,738.94
Connmack, Inc. dba Mad Science of Northeast Ohio - $52,470.00
Delta Dental - $3.59 per member per month over 3 years.
Gandee & Associates, Inc. - $38,028.00
Glazed & Amused Ltd. - $32,208.00
Hasenstab Architects, Inc. - $40,800.00
Metropolitan Regional Service Council NEOnet - $57,865.10
National Council for Behavioral Health dba National Council for Mental Wellbeing - $76,000.00
Seagull Student Services LLC - $125,000.00
Snow Plowing Vendors - $120,000.00 APL Landscaping LLC
Avalanche Snow Plowing
CUI Services, Inc.
Impact Landscaping
McCants Snow Plowing
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 05:15 PM
North High School Ad Hoc Committee
North High School Ad Hoc Committee to discuss classroom specifications
The North High School Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review classroom configurations. The discussion will include Hasenstab specifications and examples of current classrooms at North High School.
- Review of Hasenstab Classroom Configuration
- Review of North High School current classroom examples
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North High School Ad Hoc Agenda
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
Welcome
1.01
Previous Meeting Minutes
North High School Ad Hoc Committee - Oct 13 2026 - Minutes - Html
2.
Public Comment
3.
Discussion Topics
3.01
Classroom Specifications
Hasenstab Classroom Configuration
North High School Current Classroom Examples
4.
Organizational Items
4.01
Announcement of Next Meeting
5.
Adjournment
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Rules Committee
Akron Public Schools Rules Committee to review personnel and treasurer recommendations
The Rules Committee will discuss various recommendations and resolutions. These include treasurer recommendations and personnel recommendations across multiple staffing categories.
- Treasurer Recommendations
- Personnel recommendations for professional staff and administrators
- Personnel recommendations for support staff, paraprofessionals, and child nutrition
- Personnel recommendations for maintenance, operations, transportation, and security
- Division and Business Affairs recommendations
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Rules Committee Agenda
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
Present:
1.
WELCOME
1.01
Rules Committee Meeting Minutes - Oct 05, 2026
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
3.01
Recommendations & Resolutions
7. Treasurer Recommendations
9. Professional Staff and Administrators - Personnel Recommendations
10. Miscellaneous Professionals - Personnel Recommendations
11. Supplemental Contracts - Personnel Recommendations
12. Substitute Teachers - Personnel Recommendations
13. Tutors - Personnel Recommendations
14. Support Staff - Personnel Recommendations
15. Paraprofessionals - Personnel Recommendations
16. Child Nutrition - Personnel Recommendations
17. Maintenance/Operations/Transportation (MOT) - Personnel Recommendations
18. Security - Personnel Recommendations
19. Student - Personnel Recommendations
20. Division Recommendations - Resolutions & Motions
21. Business Affairs Recommendations
24. New Business
4.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 05:15 PM
North High School Ad Hoc Committee
North High School Ad Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for October 13, 2026
The committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and hear public comment. The agenda does not list specific discussion topics or decisions for this session.
- Review of October 6, 2026 meeting minutes
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North High School Ad Hoc Agenda
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
Welcome
1.01
Previous Meeting Minutes
North High School Ad Hoc Committee - Oct 06 2026 - Minutes - Html
2.
Public Comment
3.
Discussion Topics
3.01
4.
Organizational Items
4.01
Announcement of Next Meeting
5.
Adjournment
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron Board of Education to review personnel changes and facility repairs
The Board will consider a wide range of personnel recommendations for professional, support, and substitute staff. The meeting includes votes on various service contracts and grants, as well as urgent repairs for East CLC.
- Resolution #26-160 regarding urgent repair of air-cooled chiller units at East CLC
- Resolution #26-158 for the Summit County Land Bank demolition grant for the Barrett Building
- Resolution #26-157 regarding 2026-2027 first semester curricular materials fees
- The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company STEM Grant 2026-2027
- Service agreements with Navigate360, LLC, PowerSchool Group LLC, and McGraw Hill
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Regular Board Meeting Agenda
Monday, October 12, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Roll Call
1.02
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
2.01
Board Meeting - Sep 28 2026 - Minutes
3.
RECOGNITIONS
4.
SCHOLAR BOARD MEMBER VOICE
5.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
5.01
Requests to Address the Board
6.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
7.
TREASURER'S REPORT
8.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.01
Finance & Capital Management Committee
8.02
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
8.03
Legal & Contracts Committee
8.04
Policy Committee
8.05
Rules Committee
8.06
Student Success Celebration Committee
8.07
10/5/26 Policy Committee meeting
10/5/26 Policy committee meeting agenda
9.
CONSENT AGENDA: PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATORS - PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.01
Resignation - Administrator
9.02
Retirement/Resignations - Professional Staff
9.03
Leave of Absence - Professional Staff (General Fund)
9.04
Transfers, Reclassification & Assignments
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 04:15 PM
North High School Ad Hoc Committee
Akron school committee to discuss North High design options and essentials vs add-ons
The North High School Ad Hoc Committee of Akron Public Schools meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM. The agenda lists discussion of "Essentials vs Add-Ons" and "Design Options 2 and 3 and Consideration for Additional Options." The meeting also includes public comment, review of previous meeting minutes, and an announcement of the next meeting. No votes, dollar amounts, or specific decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion on Essentials vs Add-Ons
- Discussion of Design Options 2 and 3, plus consideration of additional options
- Public comment period
- Review of previous meeting minutes
- Announcement of next meeting
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North High School Ad Hoc Agenda
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM
1.
Welcome
1.01
Previous Meeting Minutes
2.
Public Comment
3.
Discussion Topics
3.01
Discussion on Essentials vs Add-Ons
3.02
Design Options 2 and 3 and Consideration for Additional Options
4.
Organizational Items
4.01
Announcement of Next Meeting
5.
Adjournment
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 04:15 PM
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
Akron school committee to weigh AI recording policy and homeless student policy
The Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee of Akron Public Schools meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 4:15 PM in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. The committee will discuss curriculum and instruction updates, instructional personnel and professional learning, and instructional technology. It is set to vote on moving a Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Gateway Pathways resolution and a homeless student policy (5111.01) to the Rules Committee. Two policies — 7540.10 on recording and AI processing of communications, and 5463 on credits from nonpublic schools — are listed only as informational previews for later meetings.
- Vote to move Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Gateway Pathways resolution to the Rules Committee
- Vote to move Policy 5111.01 Homeless Students to the Rules Committee
- Informational preview of Policy 7540.10 on recording and AI processing of communications on school property and at school events, for December discussion
- Informational preview of Policy 5463 on credits from state-chartered, special, and nonchartered nonpublic schools, for November discussion
- Follow-up discussion on district tutors under unfinished business
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Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee - Oct 05 2026 Agenda
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Approval of Previous Minutes
1.02
Approval of Previous Minutes
I. IP Committee 9.8.26 meeting minutes.pdf
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
3.01
Curriculum & Instruction Updates
3.02
Instructional Personnel & Professional Learning
3.03
Curriculum & Instruction Updates
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Gateway Pathways
Committee Action: To move the resolution to the Rules Committee
3.04
Instructional Personnel & Professional Learning
Fiduciary Responsibility for Title Funds and Nonpublic Schools
Committee Action: None
3.05
Instructional Technology & Digital Resources
3.06
Instructional Technology & Digital Resources
7540.10 - RECORDING AND AI PROCESSING OF COMMUNICATIONS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY AND AT SCHOOL EVENTS . As an informational preview, this NEOLA template for Policy 7540.10 is provided ahead of its formal presentation and discussion at the December committee meeting.
4.
UPDATES
4.01
Data, Assessment & Student Achievement
4.02
Data, Assessment & Student Achievement
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Rules Committee (Do Not Use)
Akron school board Rules Committee to review personnel and business recommendations
The Akron Public Schools Rules Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. The agenda lists approval of the September 21, 2026 minutes, public comment, and items of discussion covering treasurer recommendations, personnel recommendations across several staff categories, and division and business affairs recommendations. The agenda does not include specific dollar amounts, named individuals, or the text of the recommendations themselves.
- Approval of Rules Committee minutes from September 21, 2026
- Treasurer recommendations listed for discussion
- Personnel recommendations for professional staff and administrators, miscellaneous professionals, supplemental contracts, substitute teachers, tutors, support staff, paraprofessionals, child nutrition, maintenance/operations/transportation (MOT), and security
- Division recommendations, resolutions and motions
- Business affairs recommendations
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Rules Committee Agenda
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
WELCOME
1.01
Approval of previous minutes
Rules Committee - Sep 21 2026 - Minutes - Html
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
3.01
Recommendations and Resolutions
Treasurer Recommendations
Professional Staff and Administrators - Personnel Recommendations
Miscellaneous Professionals - Personnel Recommendation
Supplemental Contracts - Personnel Recommendations
Substitute Teachers - Personnel Recommendations
Tutors - Personnel Recommendations
Support Staff - Personnel Recommendations
Paraprofessionals - Personnel Recommendations
Child Nutrition - Personnel Recommendations
Maintenance/Operations/Transportation (MOT) - Personnel Recommendations
Security - Personnel Recommendations
Division Recommendations - Resolutions & Motions
Business Affairs Recommendations
4.
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Policy Committee
Akron school board policy committee to discuss Policy 9130 on public complaints
The Policy Committee of Akron Public Schools meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:15pm. The agenda lists approval of previous minutes, public comment, and items of discussion, including Policy 9130 - Public Complaints. Most agenda line items are blank in the supplied text, so the specific content of those items is not established by this record.
- Discussion of Policy 9130 - Public Complaints
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Old business items listed but not described in the supplied text
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Policy Committee Agenda
Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:15pm
1.
WELCOME
1.01
Approval of Previous
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
3.01
3.02
3.03
Policy 9130 - Public Compl aints
4.
OLD BUSINESS
4.01
4.02
4.03
5.
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 05:15 PM
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron school board to vote on FY27 permanent appropriations and August 2026 financial report
Akron Public Schools' Board of Education meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron. The board will consider Fiscal Year 2027 permanent appropriations (Resolution #26-150) and the August 2026 financial report (Resolution #26-151), along with a large consent agenda covering personnel actions and business contracts. New business includes a policy on use of medications, a resolution authorizing contracts with parents for student transportation, and rental of an air-cooled chiller unit for East CLC. The meeting ends with a planned executive session on personnel, property, and legal matters.
- Fiscal Year 2027 Permanent Appropriations, Resolution #26-150
- August 2026 Financial Report, Resolution #26-151
- Resolution #26-152 accepting the OSCA School Counselor Programming Grant
- Business contracts including Amplify Education, McGraw Hill, Jostens, Ryder Truck Rental, and Beach Boyz Entertainment (Firestone CLC)
- New business: po5330 Use of Medications policy, Resolution #26-155 parent transportation contracts, Resolution #26-154 chiller rental for East CLC, and employment of Police Liaisons
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Board Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building,
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Roll Call
1.02
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
3.
RECOGNITIONS
4.
SCHOLAR BOARD MEMBER VOICE
5.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
5.01
Requests to Address the Board
6.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
7.
TREASURER'S REPORT
7.01
Fiscal Year 2027 Permanent Appropriations
7.02
Resolution #26-150 FY27 Permanent Appropriations.pdf
7.03
August 2026 Financial Report
7.04
Resolution #26-151 Aug 26 Financial Report Resolution
8.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.01
Finance & Capital Management Committee
8.02
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
8.03
Legal and Contracts Committee
Legal and Contracts Committee - 9.16.26 Agenda - FINAL
8.04
Policy Committee
8.05
Rules Committee
8.06
Student Success Celebration Committee
9.
CONSENT AGENDA: PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATORS - PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.01
Retirement - Administrator.docx
9.02
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 04:15 PM
North High School Ad Hoc Committee
Akron school board committee to review North High School 3B design and next steps
The North High School Ad Hoc Committee of Akron Public Schools meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. The agenda lists discussion of the currently approved 3B design and the North Project pre-design narrative, plus next steps. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and an announcement of the next ad hoc meeting. No votes on contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinances appear on this agenda.
- Discussion of the currently approved 3B design
- North Project pre-design narrative
- Next steps for the North High School project
- Public comment period
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
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Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
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North High School Ad Hoc Agenda
Monday, September 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building,
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
Welcome
1.01
Previous Meeting Minutes
2.
Public Comment
3.
Discussion Topics
3.01
Currently Approved 3B Design
North Project Pre-Design Narrative
3.02
Next Steps
4.
Organizational Items
4.01
Announcement of Next North High School Ad Hoc Meeting
5.
Adjournment
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Rules Committee
The Rules Committee will discuss various personnel and business recommendations.
The meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, includes the approval of previous minutes and public comment. The agenda focuses on recommendations regarding personnel across multiple departments and various business affairs resolutions.
- Treasurer Recommendations
- Personnel Recommendations for professional staff, administrators, and support staff
- Supplemental, substitute, and tutor contracts
- Division Recommendations, Resolutions & Motions
- Business Affairs Recommendations
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Policy Committee Agenda
August 4, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.
1.
WELCOME
1.01
Approval of Previous Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
3.01
Recommendations & Resolutions
Treasurer Recommendations
Professional Staff and Administrators - Personnel Recommendations
Miscellaneous Professionals - Personnel Recommendation
Supplemental Contracts - Personnel Recommendations
Substitute Teachers - Personnel Recommendations
Tutors - Personnel Recommendations
Support Staff - Personnel Recommendations
Paraprofessionals - Personnel Recommendations
Child Nutrition - Personnel Recommendations
Maintenance/Operations/Transportation (MOT) - Personnel Recommendations
Security - Personnel Recommendations
Division Recommendations - Resolutions & Motions
Business Affairs Recommendations
New Business
4.
ADJOURNMENT
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 04:30 PM
Legal and Contracts Committee
Akron Public Schools committee reviews various service and vendor contracts
The Legal and Contracts Committee will review several proposed vendor contracts and memorandums of understanding. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Raptor Technologies, pay rate tables, and school security.
- Summit County Sheriff’s Office MOU for $650,000.00
- OverDrive, Inc. contract for $105,000.00
- Ryder Truck Rental, Inc. 3-year agreement for $95,095.50
- Healthcare Billing Services, Inc. contract for $140,000.00
- Various vendor contracts ranging from $27,616.07 to $88,000.00
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Legal and Contracts Committee Agenda
Wednesday, Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 2026, at 4:30pm
Committee Purpose: Reviews and makes recommendations on legal matters and contracts, including employment agreements, vendor, service contracts, and policies, ensuring compliance with school policies, state, and federal laws.
1.
PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
1.01
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes of August 19, 2026
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
NEW BUSINESS
3.01
Contracts for discusssion in September 2026
Amplify Education, Inc. - $65,500.00
Cuyahoga Falls City Schools / Redeemer Lutheran School - MOU - $31,286.31
Digitalis Education Solutions, Inc. - $56,850.00
Employee Services LLC, dba Employee Assistance Group - $68,958.00
Follett Content Solutions, LLC - $88,000.00
Healthcare Billing Services, Inc. - $140,000.00
The Ketchum and Walton Company - $27,616.07 Firestone CLC
Hyre CLC
NIHF-STEM MS
Rimer CLC
Sam Salem CLC
OverDrive, Inc. - $105,000.00
Riverside Insights - $53,050.00
Ryder Truck Rental, Inc., dba Ryder Transportation Services - $31,698.50 annually ($95,095.50 - 3 yr agreement)
Summit County Sheriff’s Office - MOU - $650,000.00
Woodridge Local Schools / Faith Islamic Academy - MOU - $29,076.73
4.
OLD BUSINESS
4.01
Raptor Technologies
4.02
Pay Rate Tables
4.03
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Akron schools committee to review FY27 appropriations and capital projects
The Finance and Capital Management Committee will review the August 2026 financial report, discuss finance policy updates, and consider permanent appropriations for fiscal year 2027. The committee will also receive updates on several capital projects, including the Buchtel Press Box, Pfeiffer/Miller South, North High School, and vandalism at East High School's chiller.
- Approval of August 19, 2026 meeting minutes
- August 2026 Financial Report and FY27 August One Pager
- Permanent Appropriations for FY2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027)
- Buchtel Press Box, Pfeiffer/Miller South, North High School project updates
- Report on East High School chiller vandalism on 9/7
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Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting -
Sep 16 2026 Agenda
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building,
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
PREVIOUS MEETING SUMMARY/PUBLIC COMMENT
1.01
Approval of the Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting Minutes from August 19, 2026.
2026_8_19_Finance Committee_Meeting Minutes.pdf
1.02
Request to Address the Committee
2.
FINANCE UPDATES
Presented by R. Wayne Bowers II, Treasurer/CFO.
2.01
August 2026 Financial Report
August 2026 Financial Report.pdf
FY27 August One Pager.pdf
2.02
Finance Policy Review/Updates
2.03
ODE Fiscal Oversight
2.04
Permanent Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027 (Beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027)
FY27 Permanent Appropriations_9.16.26.pdf
3.
CAPITAL MANAGEMENT/CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
Presented by Debra Foulk, Executive Director of Business Affairs
3.01
Buchtel Press Box
3.02
Pfeiffer/Miller South Project
3.03
North High School Project
3.04
East High School Chiller Vandalism
Report on East High Chiller Vandalism that took place on 9/7/2
4.
ITEMS REFERRED FROM OTHER COMMITTEES
5.
OLD BUSINESS
6.
NEW BUSINESS
7.
ADJOURMEN …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Student Success Celebration Committee
School committee to discuss United Way, nursing interns, medication policy
The Akron Public Schools Student Success Celebration Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and discuss three items: United Way Summit & Medina, North Nursing Students' summer internships with Akron Children's Hospital, and Policy PO5330 on Use of Medications. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the 8.19.26 meeting
- Discussion of United Way Summit & Medina
- Discussion of North Nursing Students' Akron Children's Hospital summer internships
- Discussion of Policy PO5330 Use of Medications
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Student Success Celebration Committee - Sep 16 2026 Agenda
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Approval of Previous Minutes
Student Success Celebration Committee Minutes 8.19.26
2.
PUBLIC COMMENT
3.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
3.01
United Way Summit & Medina
3.02
North Nursing Students-Akron Children's Hospital Summer Interns
3.03
Policy-po5330 Use of Medications
4.
ADJOURNMENT
The next Student Success Celebration Committee meeting will be on October 21, 2026, from 5:30pm-6:30pm, in the Rev. Curtis T. Walker Boardroom.
Mon Sep 14, 2026
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron Board of Education approves updated administrative leave policies
The Board is reviewing personnel recommendations, including retirements, new hires, and salary revisions. The meeting includes the final reading and approval of updated administrative leave policies for the district.
- Approval of Policy 1139, 3139, and 4139 regarding Administrative Leave
- Retirements of 18 professional staff members
- Employment of Tonda Hood as Elementary Teacher at Crouse CLC ($50,690.25)
- Reclassification of Ryan Garrett to Custodial Night Supervisor ($84,476.83)
- Employment of Ryan Gearheart as Home Instructor at $36.60 per hour
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Monday, September 14, 2026
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
AKRON BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Regular Board Meeting will take place on Monday, September 14, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. If there is a need for an Executive Session, it will immediately follow the regular meeting. The next scheduled Akron Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting.
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Subject
1.1 Roll Call
Meeting
Sep 14, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Sep 14, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Subject
2.1 Regular Meeting Minutes - August 24, 2026
Meeting
Sep 14, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Type
Action, Minutes, Procedural
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of August 24, 2026.
Minutes
View Minutes for Aug 24, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
File Attachments
BOE_ …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Board Meeting
Akron Board accepts grants and updates funding for school programs
The Akron Board of Education is reviewing personnel recommendations and several financial resolutions. Key actions include accepting multiple grants and adjusting appropriations for various district funds.
- $100,000 Akron Community Foundation grant for a Middle School Partner Engagement Program Manager
- $1,217,356.80 Auxiliary Services Program budget for private and non-public school services
- $40,000 GAR Foundation grant for literacy learning labs and substitute staff
- Modification of Expanding Opportunities for Each Child fund to $1,043,723.43
- Personnel retirements for 16 professional staff members
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Board Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building
10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308.
1.
OPENING FORMALITIES
1.01
Roll Call
1.02
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
3.
RECOGNITIONS
4.
SCHOLAR BOARD MEMBER VOICE
5.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
5.01
Requests to Address the Board
6.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
7.
TREASURER'S REPORT
8.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.01
Finance & Capital Management Committee
8.02
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
8.03
Legal & Contracts Committee
8.04
Policy Committee
8.05
Rules Committee
8.06
Student Success Celebration Committee
9.
CONSENT AGENDA: PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATORS - PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
9.01
Retirement/Resignations - Professional Staff
I wish to recommend that the Board consent to the following retirements from the professional staff, in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code, Section 3319.15, as indicated:
Name
Position
Effective
Arcuri, Cynthia
Teacher
JC 006
Firestone and North
08/31/26
Bivens, Camille
Teacher
JC 006
Voris
06/04/27
Bryan, Mary
Teacher
JC 006
Leggett
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 04:30 PM
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
Committee to discuss expanding after-school programs to 5 days a week
The Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee will discuss an update on the Akron After School Expansion Strategy, which aims to expand elementary after-school programming to five days a week, all school year, until 6:00 pm. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and updates on curriculum, instruction, personnel, technology, and data.
- Update on APS Akron After School Expansion Strategy to expand elementary after-school programming to 5 days a week, all school year, until 6:00 pm
- Approval of previous minutes
- Public comment period
- Discussion on instructional personnel and professional learning
- Discussion on instructional technology and digital resources
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Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee Meeting - Sep 08 2026 Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Board Room
1.
Opening Formalities
1.01
Approval of previous minutes
2.
Public Comment
3.
Discussion Topics
3.01
Curriculum & Instruction Updates
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3.02
Instructional Personnel & Professional Learning
3.03
Instructional Technology & Digital Resources
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4.
Updates
4.01
Data, Assessment & Student Achievement
4.02
Committee Recommendations and Timeline Planning
5.
Unfinished Business
5.01
Policy & Review Recommendations
6.
New Business
6.01
Requests for Future Agenda Items
7.
Adjourn
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee
Committee to review preliminary local report card data and literacy tools
The Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee will discuss preliminary local report card metrics and ESSA building designations. Members will review a digital tool called Paloma for early literacy and discuss fiduciary responsibilities for Title funds.
- Review of preliminary local report card metrics and instructional strategies
- Discussion of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) building designations
- Discussion of Paloma, a digital tool for parent-supported early literacy
- Review of fiduciary responsibility for Title funds and nonpublic schools
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee Meeting
The Instructional Policy Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:30 pm in the board room.
The next Instructional Policy Meeting will be on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:30 pm.
1. Opening Formalities
Subject
1.01 Approval of Previous Minutes
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee Meeting
Category
1. Opening Formalities
Type
Information
Approval of Minutes from the August 4, 2026 IP meeting.
File Attachments
H. IP Committee 8.4.26 meeting minutes.pdf (141 KB)
2. Public Comment
3. Discussion Topics
Subject
3.01 Curriculum & Instruction Updates
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Instructional Policy & Student Achievement Committee Meeting
Category
3. Discussion Topics
Type
Information
Local State Report Card (Preliminary Data): Annual review of preliminary local report card metrics in advance of the full Board report, highlighting targeted instructional strategies, intervention priorities, and resource alignment for the upcoming school year based on performance trends.
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) building designations
COMMITTEE ACTION - None
File Attachments
BoardDocs IP 090826 ~ Report Card.pdf (3,916 KB)
ESSA Waiver 2026.pdf (331 KB)
Subject
3.02 Instructional Personnel & Professional Learning
Meeting
Sep …
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Policy Committee
Akron Public Schools Policy Committee to discuss procurement and personnel policies
The Policy Committee will meet to discuss several district policies. Items for discussion include public complaints, procurement, and administrative leave.
- Policy 9130 - Public Complaints
- Policy 6320 - Purchasing and Bidding & Policy 6325 - Procurement - Federal Grants/Funds
- Policies 1139, 3139, and 4139 - Administrative Leave
- Policy 3120.01 - Temporary Reemployment of Retired Administrators
- Policy 6460 - Vendor Relations and Policy 6460.01 - Independent Contractor Operator and Service Provider
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the board room
The next Policy Committee Meeting will be on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:30 pm.
1. WELCOME
Subject
1.01 Previous Meeting Minutes - August 3, 2026
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
1. WELCOME
Type
File Attachments
080326 Minutes- Policy Committee Meeting - FINAL.pdf (125 KB)
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
3. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
Subject
3.01 Policy 9130 - Public Complaints
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
3. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
Type
File Attachments
Subject
3.02 Policy 6320 - Purchasing and Bidding & Policy 6325 - Procurement - Federal Grants/Funds
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
3. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
Type
File Attachments
Subject
3.03 Policies 1139, 3139, and 4139 - Administrative Leave
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
3. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
Type
File Attachments
4. OLD BUSINESS
Subject
4.01 Policy 3120.01 - Temporary Reemployment of Retired Administrators
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
4. OLD BUSINESS
Type
File Attachments
Subject
4.02 Policy 6460 - Vendor Relations
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Policy Committee Meeting
Category
4. OLD …
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Rules Committee
Rules Committee to review personnel and business recommendations
The Rules Committee will meet to discuss various recommendations and resolutions. The agenda includes personnel recommendations across multiple staff categories and business affairs recommendations.
- Personnel recommendations for professional staff, administrators, and miscellaneous professionals
- Personnel recommendations for substitute teachers, tutors, and support staff
- Personnel recommendations for paraprofessionals, child nutrition, and security staff
- Personnel recommendations for maintenance, operations, and transportation (MOT)
- Business affairs and division recommendations
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Rules Committee Meeting
The Rules Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:30 pm in the boardroom
The next Rules Committee Meeting will be on Monday, September 17, 2026, at 6:30 pm.
1. Welcome
Subject
1.01 Approval of Previous Minutes - August 17, 2026
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Rules Committee Meeting
Category
1. Welcome
Type
File Attachments
Rules Committee Meeting Minutes -8.17.26.pdf (122 KB)
2. Public Comment
3. Discussion Topics
Subject
3.01 Recommendations and Resolutions
Meeting
Sep 8, 2026 - Rules Committee Meeting
Category
3. Discussion Topics
Type
Treasurer Recommendations
Professional Staff and Administrators - Personnel Recommendations
Miscellaneous Professionals - Personnel Recommendation
Supplemental Contracts - Personnel Recommendations
Substitute Teachers - Personnel Recommendations
Tutors - Personnel Recommendations
Support Staff - Personnel Recommendations
Paraprofessionals - Personnel Recommendations
Child Nutrition - Personnel Recommendations
Maintenance/Operations/Transportation (MOT) - Personnel Recommendations
Security - Personnel Recommendations
Division Recommendations - Resolutions & Motions
Business Affairs Recommendations
File Attachments
4. Updates
5. Unfinished Business
6. New Business
7. Adjournment
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron Board of Education approves FY27 financial forecast
The Board is reviewing financial reports and personnel recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year. Key actions include approving the July 2026 financial report and the financial forecast beginning in FY27.
- Approval of the July 2026 Financial Report (Resolution #26-130)
- Approval of the 2026 Commercial Paper Investment Report (Resolution #26-131)
- Approval of the Financial Forecast beginning FY27 (Resolution #26-132)
- Appointment of R. Wayne Bowers as Public Records Custodian and Designee for FY27
- Employment of professional staff including Chloe Freeman ($50,690.25) and Debra Quarles ($85,894.17)
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Monday, August 24, 2026
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
AKRON BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Regular Board Meeting will take place on Monday, August 24, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. If there is a need for an Executive Session, it will immediately follow the regular meeting. The next scheduled Akron Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting.
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Subject
1.1 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 24, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Subject
2.1 Regular Meeting Minutes - August 10, 2026
Meeting
Aug 24, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Type
Action, Minutes, Procedural
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of August 10, 2006.
Minutes
View Minutes for Aug 10, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
File Attachments
BOE_2026_8_10_Regular_Meeting_Minutes.cR0KgZGbBZ.signed.pdf (2,997 KB)
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of August …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Student Success Celebration Committee
Student Success Celebration Committee to discuss PTA and student scores
The committee will meet to review previous minutes and hear public comment. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Akron Council PTA and Spring 2026 Elementary OST Perfect Scores.
- Approval of June 17, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Akron Council PTA
- Discussion of Spring 2026 Elementary OST Perfect Scores
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Student Success Celebration Committee
The Student Success Celebration Committee Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the board room
The next Student Success Celebration Committee Meeting will be Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 5:30 pm.
1. Welcome
Subject
1.01 Approval of previous minutes
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Student Success Celebration Committee
Category
1. Welcome
Type
Information
File Attachments
Student Success Celebration Committee Minutes 6_17_26 (1).pdf (95 KB)
2. Public Comment
3. Discussion Items
Subject
3.01 Akron Council PTA
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Student Success Celebration Committee
Category
3. Discussion Items
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
3.02 Spring 2026 Elementary OST Perfect Scores
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Student Success Celebration Committee
Category
3. Discussion Items
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
4. Adjournment
Subject
4.01 Next meeting date and time
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Student Success Celebration Committee
Category
4. Adjournment
Type
The next meeting will be on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:30pm in the Board room.
File Attachments
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Legal and Contracts Committee
Legal and Contracts Committee to discuss several vendor contracts
The committee will review and discuss various service contracts and new business items. This includes discussions on school security, pay rate tables, and Raptor Technologies.
- Contract with LeBron James Family Foundation for $1,239,800.00
- Contract with CDW Government LLC for $558,611.64
- Contract with Five Star Technology Solutions, LLC (dba Empower Learning) for $337,375.00
- Contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for $41,790.00
- Credit hour increase for Akron Early College High School
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Legal & Contracts Committee Meeting
Committee Purpose: Reviews and makes recommendations on legal matters and contracts, including employment agreements, vendor, service contracts, and policies, ensuring compliance with school policies, state, and federal laws.
1. Previous Meeting Minutes
Subject
1.01 Previous Meeting Minutes of July 15, 2026
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Legal & Contracts Committee Meeting
Category
1. Previous Meeting Minutes
Type
Information
File Attachments
071526 Minutes- Legal and Contracts Committee Meeting - FINAL.pdf (131 KB)
2. Public Comment
3. New Business
Subject
3.01 New Business Preview Items
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Legal & Contracts Committee Meeting
Category
3. New Business
Type
Discussion
1. Raptor Technologies
2. Pay Rate Tables
3. School Security
File Attachments
Subject
3.02 Contracts for discussion in August 2026
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Legal & Contracts Committee Meeting
Category
3. New Business
Type
Discussion
Akron Early College High School - credit hour increase
CDW Government LLC - $558,611.64
DWA Recreation, Inc. - $41,790.00
Five Star Technology Solutions, LLC, dba Empower Learning - $337,375.00
Flinn Scientific, Inc. - $29,932.98
LAZEL, Inc., dba ExploreLearning LLC - $37,251.38
LeBron James Family Foundation - $1,239,800.00
File Attachments
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Akron Public Schools to review FY27 financial forecast and construction updates
The Finance and Capital Management Committee will review the July 2026 financial report and the forecast for Fiscal Year 2027. The committee will also receive updates on several school construction projects and discuss a specific contract for North High School.
- Proposed transfer of $70,125.00 from the General Fund to the Interscholastic Athletic Fund
- Discussion of the North High School Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) Contract
- Construction updates for Buchtel Press Box, Pfeiffer/Miller South, and North High School
- Appointment of R. Wayne Bowers II as Public Records Custodian for FY2027
- Presentation of the 2026 Commercial Paper Report Filing
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
The Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 6:30 pm in the board room, room 102.
1. PREVIOUS MEETING SUMMARY/PUBLIC COMMENT
Subject
1.01 Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Category
1. PREVIOUS MEETING SUMMARY/PUBLIC COMMENT
Type
Information, Procedural
Approval of the Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting Minutes from June 17, 2026, and from the Special Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting Minutes from June 22, 2026.
File Attachments
2026_6_17_Finance Committee_Meeting Minutes.pdf (338 KB)
2026_6_22_Special Finance Committee_Meeting Minutes.pdf (220 KB)
Subject
1.02 Request to Address the Committee
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Category
1. PREVIOUS MEETING SUMMARY/PUBLIC COMMENT
Type
Discussion, Procedural
Public comment.
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2. FINANCE UPDATES
Subject
2.01 July 2026 Financial Report
Meeting
Aug 19, 2026 - Finance and Capital Management Committee Meeting
Category
2. FINANCE UPDATES
Type
Information
Monthly Financial Report
The Financial Report for July 2026, presented by the Treasurer/CFO, R. Wayne Bowers II.
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July 2026_Fin …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Rules Committee
Akron Public Schools Rules Committee to review personnel and division recommendations
The Rules Committee will meet to discuss various recommendations and resolutions. The agenda includes personnel recommendations across multiple staff categories and recommendations from the Treasurer and Business Affairs.
- Personnel recommendations for professional staff, administrators, and support staff
- Personnel recommendations for substitute teachers, tutors, and paraprofessionals
- Personnel recommendations for child nutrition, security, and MOT staff
- Division recommendations for resolutions and motions
- Business Affairs and Treasurer recommendations
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Monday, August 17, 2026
Rules Committee Meeting
The Rules Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the board room
The next Rules Committee Meeting will be Monday, September 8, 2026, at 6:30 pm.
1. Welcome
Subject
1.01 Approval of Previous Minutes - August 3, 2026
Meeting
Aug 17, 2026 - Rules Committee Meeting
Category
1. Welcome
Type
File Attachments
Rules Committee Meeting Minutes -8.3.26.pdf (115 KB)
2. Public Comment
3. Discussion Topics
Subject
3.01 Recommendations and Resolutions
Meeting
Aug 17, 2026 - Rules Committee Meeting
Category
3. Discussion Topics
Type
Treasurer Recommendations
Professional Staff and Administrators - Personnel Recommendations
Miscellaneous Professionals - Personnel Recommendation
Supplemental Contracts - Personnel Recommendations
Substitute Teachers - Personnel Recommendations
Tutors - Personnel Recommendations
Support Staff - Personnel Recommendations
Paraprofessionals - Personnel Recommendations
Child Nutrition - Personnel Recommendations
Maintenance/Operations/Transportation (MOT) - Personnel Recommendations
Security - Personnel Recommendations
Division Recommendations - Resolutions & Motions
Business Affairs Recommendations
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4. Updates
5. Unfinished Business
6. New Business
7. Adjournment
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Board Meeting - Regular
Akron Board of Education reviews personnel hiring and salary revisions
The Board is considering several personnel recommendations, including the employment of new professional staff and the appointment of home instructors and special project teachers. The meeting also includes reports on the death of two employees and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Employment of six professional staff members with salaries ranging from $48,967.10 to $75,555.75
- Salary revisions for five staff members, including an increase for Steven Kreiner to $83,407.62
- Employment of four home instructors at an hourly rate of $36.60
- Appointment of four ESL program teachers at an hourly rate of $37.98
- Limited supplemental contracts for extra-duty assignments, including a $2,938.02 contract for MS Cheerleading
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Monday, August 10, 2026
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
AKRON BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Regular Board Meeting will take place on Monday, August 10, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Sylvester Small Administration Building, 10 North Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. If there is a need for an Executive Session, it will immediately follow the regular meeting. The next scheduled Akron Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting.
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Subject
1.1 Roll Call
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Type
Procedural
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Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
1. OPENING FORMALITIES
Type
Procedural
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2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Subject
2.1 Regular Meeting Minutes - July 27, 2026
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Category
2. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Type
Action, Minutes, Procedural
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of July 27, 2026.
Minutes
View Minutes for Jul 27, 2026 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
File Attachments
BOE_2026_7_27_Mee …
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