School Board Agenda & Packet Summary – Des Moines Community Schools – June 16, 2026

Packet Summary

Meeting Information

• Meeting Title: Des Moines Board Meeting & Public Forum Packet Summary
• Meeting Date: June 16, 2026
• Meeting Type: Regular board meeting

Summary

The packet centers on financial oversight, routine district operations, policy first readings, student services, and employee benefits. Major financial materials include approval of May bills, financial statements, investment reports, budget comparisons, and treasury information intended to support district fiscal oversight.

The agenda includes a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for FY 2026–27, contracts supporting special education evaluations and services, and first readings of the Board Member Code of Conduct and Student Code of Conduct. Personnel actions, donations, open enrollment requests, and out-of-state travel approvals are also included.

The packet also highlights renewal of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan for 2026–27 and emphasizes communication, transparency, and community engagement through the public forum.

Topics

• Financial oversight and investment reports
• Consent agenda and routine district operations
• Policy first readings
• Student services and special education
• Employee benefits and personnel actions

Key Packet Items

• Approval of May bills totaling $27,069,695.22
• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2026–27 property tax levy
• Contracts for special education evaluations and related services
• First readings of the Board Member Code of Conduct and Student Code of Conduct
• Renewal of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan for 2026–27

Decisions or Recommendations

• Approval of routine consent agenda items is included in the packet.
• First readings of district governance and student conduct policies are presented for board consideration.
• A public hearing is scheduled regarding the proposed FY 2026–27 property tax levy.
• Special education contracts are presented for approval.
• Personnel actions, donations, financial reports, and out-of-state travel requests are included for board consideration.

Community Impact

The packet addresses issues that affect district finances, student services, governance, and day-to-day operations. Residents and taxpayers may be interested in the proposed property tax levy, financial reports, and overall stewardship of district resources.

Families, students, and staff may also be affected by special education service contracts, updates to board and student conduct policies, personnel changes, employee health insurance renewal, and opportunities for public participation during the meeting.

Keywords

financial oversight, consent agenda, property tax levy, special education, policy first readings, personnel