Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Highland Community School District 5.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Highland
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,730
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1718990
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
6
Mascot
School mascot.
Bulldogs
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
348.96
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
74 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Highland Community School District 5
The board meeting included the approval of various personnel actions, including resignations and appointments of new staff. Key discussions featured presentations from students regarding media production, information from school counselors, and a feasibility study for a new high school gymnasium. The board also addressed the need for space and equipment for district bands, reviewed a five-year instrument replacement plan, and deliberated on a FOIA request. Additionally, the board approved a joint agreement resolution for the vocational center, a listing agreement for a construction trades house, and adopted district fees for the upcoming school year.
The board conducted a tax levy hearing to address a proposed 12% increase to capture available tax dollars. Key actions included the approval of several resolutions regarding tax levies for fire prevention, special education, lease of educational facilities, and tort immunity. The board adopted a comprehensive set of revised policies covering various operational, personnel, instruction, and student-related areas. Additionally, the board approved an overnight trip for the Model UN, the appointment of a new elementary principal, candidates for early graduation, and playground renovation proposals for Alhambra Primary and Grantfork Elementary. The board also authorized a school maintenance grant application and a feasibility study for a potential second gymnasium.
The board addressed various personnel matters, including several resignations and the appointment of new staff members for the current and upcoming school years. Discussions were held regarding athletic facility programming and schematic design, as well as the appointment of a new school board member. The board reviewed updates on summer school offerings, district staffing, and poverty rate trends. Action was taken to approve dual credit and running start agreements, middle school registration, service renewals for food and maintenance, and a new meeting schedule. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of interactive boards for primary grades, the addition of middle school golf as an official sport, property tax legal representation, and concrete and door repair contracts.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Highland Community School District 5 meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Public-sector contacts connected to Highland Community School District 5.
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