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Ouachita Parish School Board adopts FY25–26 budget, approves staff stipends, policy updates and fleet purchases
Summary
The Ouachita Parish School Board on Aug. 25 approved its 2025–26 operating budget, authorized distribution of one-time state stipends, adopted multiple policy changes and approved several operational purchases and program funding items, including seven used buses from Union Parish.
The Ouachita Parish School Board on Aug. 25 approved its 2025–26 operating budget, authorized distribution of one‑time state stipends for certificated and support staff, adopted several policy updates and approved a series of operational purchases and funding changes.
The board approved the annual operating budget for fiscal year 2025–26 as presented in the district packet and discussed at a public hearing earlier the same day. The board chair called for a motion and the board voted to adopt the budget. Board members did not record any opposition during the vote.
In a separate action tied to state legislation this year, the board authorized distribution of the Legislature‑approved one‑time stipend: $2,000 for certificated staff and $1,000 for support staff. The district told the board the stipends must be distributed before Dec. 15; the board…
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