The board approved master contracts for special‑education services for 2025–26 and heard staff explain that recent internal hiring has reduced the district’s reliance on outside providers.

Board members and staff said the district hired internal attendants and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) earlier than in prior years to provide more consistent services and save money. “This is saving us significant dollars that we are replacing with internal people,” one board member said, and meeting discussion credited Kim and Nisha (staff) for leading contract and staffing work.

Board action: The board approved item 12.4—master contracts for the 2025–26 school year—by voice vote; the clerk recorded the motion as carrying 3–0.

Why it matters: Staff framed the shift as improving continuity of services for special‑education students while reducing contract spending. Trustees expressed appreciation for the team’s work to realign services and hire district staff.

Ending: Staff will continue to implement staffing plans and ensure continuity for students receiving special‑education services.