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Board approves K–5 summer take-home book packs after debate; vote splits 5–4
Summary
After a presentation from district staff and a 30-minute discussion that included survey results and alternatives such as expanded library access, the Centennial School District board approved the purchase of K–5 summer take-home book packs for up to $49,986.21. The vote was 5–4; one board member said she opposed the purchase because it is funded
The Centennial School District Board of School Directors voted 5–4 on April 22 to approve the purchase of K–5 summer take-home book packs at a district cost not to exceed $49,986.21.
Background and presentation
Mr. Rutz (district staff) presented the program as the district’s fourth year of providing summer take-home book packs for kindergarten through fifth grade to prevent summer learning loss and build home libraries. Staff said fewer than 1% of eligible students opted out in 2024; a follow-up ThoughtExchange survey after distribution received 52 participants and showed 83% of respondents were “very or somewhat satisfied.” Rutz said the vendor Lerner reduced its quote, bringing the total to $49,986.21 and lowering the per-pupil cost to $20–$22.
Debate and concerns
Board members and the public offered competing views about program reach and cost-effectiveness.…
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