Murray board approves two research studies and TSSA spending, renews administrator contract; construction projects proceed

The Murray School District Board of Education approved two university research studies, two TSSA (school carryover) spending amendments totaling $29,500 and a renewal of the district's business administrator contract, and heard construction updates for Murray High School and Riverview Junior High.

The approvals came during the board's public meeting (date not specified) as staff described plans for upcoming construction bids, long-lead equipment procurement and next steps on design and site mitigation for both school rebuilds.

The actions matter because they commit district funds and authorize work that affects summer programming, credit recovery, classroom supports and multi-year building projects. Board members also discussed state legislation changing how schools may charge fees and held a first reading of the 2025–26 fee schedule.

Votes and key approvals

Votes at a glance: - Business administrator contract renewal — motion approved by voice vote (mover/second not specified). The board voted “Aye.” - University of Utah physical-activity research (Mitch Wyatt) — motion approved by voice vote (mover/second not specified). Project: 12-week comparison of resistance training protocols with Murray High weightlifting classes; district benefit includes additional personnel for supervision. Outcome: approved. - University of Utah special-education research (Charlene Kuilara) — motion approved by voice vote (mover/second not specified). Project: 5-week Canvas/AI supplemental intervention for up to eight high-school students with learning disabilities focused on algebraic…