What's Being Discussed

The Board Chairperson will give an update on the Board's self-assessment process and hear a quarterly report from the Student Representative. Former Student Representative Mia Nishiguchi will also be recognized.
A revised schedule of community meetings for the 2026–2027 school year will be reviewed.
The Superintendent will report on major school construction projects and share awards and recognitions for students, staff, and schools.
The Board will hold a closed (executive) session to get legal advice on two ongoing court cases involving the Department of Education.
Committee reports will be shared from the Student Achievement Committee and the Finance and Infrastructure Committee, both from their October 8, 2026 meetings.

Decisions Expected

A vote on nominating two individuals — Erika Cravalho-Meyers and Kaleokalani Kuroda — to serve on the State Public Charter School Commission.
Election of a Board member to the Student Achievement Committee for 2026–2027.
Appointment of Board members to an ad hoc committee focused on the 2027 state legislative session.
Approval of the end-of-year evaluation for the State Librarian, and setting the evaluation process for the coming year.
Approval of the Superintendent's end-of-year evaluation and a possible compensation adjustment.

Who Should Pay Attention

Parents and students interested in school construction updates or academic programs
Charter school advocates concerned about Commission membership
Public library users affected by State Librarian leadership decisions
Anyone interested in DOE leadership accountability, including the Superintendent's performance review