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WSD Board Meeting - Regular - June 22, 2026
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Lashonda Holland Appointed Principal of Whitman Middle School
The school board approved the administrative contract for Lashonda Holland as the new principal of Whitman Middle School, effective July 1, 2026. The selection process involved staff, parents, and students, and Holland met with families and staff, connecting with them through her leadership. She previously served as interim principal at Madison Elementary School, where her performance was noted, and she expressed an 'unexpected spark' during her time there, leading to her interest in the Whitman principal position. Holland has extensive prior experience teaching and working as an administrator at the middle school level.
Patrick Larson Promoted to Associate Principal at Longfellow Middle School
The school board approved the administrative contract for Patrick Larson as the Associate Principal of Longfellow Middle School, effective July 1, 2026. Larson has a history with Longfellow, previously serving as a teacher and most recently as Dean of Students. Feedback from Principal Mon'nique Porter and the interview teams indicated that Mr. Larson has demonstrated significant growth during his tenure at Longfellow, leading to his recommendation for the Associate Principal role. His contract is for 221 days per year with an annual salary of $97,000.
School Board Approves Revised Academic Calendar with Additional Professional Learning Days
The school board voted to approve the revised 2026-2027 academic calendar. The revision includes adding an additional professional learning day for all staff on Friday, October 2nd, and another professional learning day specifically for elementary staff on Thursday, April 29th. These days are intended to enhance professional efficacy, allowing staff flexibility to attend scheduled learning or use the time at their discretion for preparation. This approach shifts away from mandated professional development towards teacher-directed learning and planning, aiming to foster professional growth and support the 'One Tulsa, One Purpose' theme for the upcoming school year.
School Board Seeks Approval to Publish Draft 2026-2027 Budget
The school board is seeking approval to publish the 2026-2027 budget, which is a statutory requirement prior to the budget hearing on July 20th. This publication is a summary and not the full budget book. A community Q&A session will be held on July 6th. The budget development process involves various stages, including staff decisions, open enrollment impacts, and the student count in September, culminating in the property tax levy and final budget approval in October. The budget reflects community will as determined by the school board's policies and priorities, with class size ranges being a major driver.
District Projects Finishing Fiscal Year $1-2 Million Under Budget
The May financial report indicates the district is projected to finish the fiscal year between $1 million and $2 million under budget, approximately 1% of the total budget. This variance is primarily due to salaries and benefits, including unfilled positions and extra pay. The report also clarifies the timing of teacher payrolls, noting that four payrolls will occur within the fiscal year, with a significant portion of the year's payroll being processed in the last week. An unaudited year-end report is expected in July, with the final audit to follow.
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