The Albany County School Board met on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 and approved the following personnel recommendations, program actions, business items, and policy changes:
Personnel Recommendations: The School Board reviewed and approved the monthly personnel actions including resignations, retirements, extra duty assignments, additional duties, classified appointments, and certified appointments.
School District Business Items and Bids:
Monthly Financial Reports.
Federal and State Grants Financial Report.
Bids:
The School Board approved a bid from Dave Loden Construction in the amount of $719,885 for the Indian Paintbrush Roof Project.
The School Board approved a bid from Big Horn Roofing in the amount of $265,300 for the Whiting High School Roof Project.
The School Board approved a bid from Superior Roofing in the amount of $706,699 for the Beitel Elementary Roof Project.
The School Board approved a bid from Bobcat of the Rockies in the amount of $64,999.99 for a Wheeled Skid Loader.
The School Board approved a bid from Plan One Architect in the amount of $195,950 for Beitel Design Services.
The School Board approved a bid from Carpet One Commercial Flooring of Laramie in the amount of $103,950 for the Beitel Carpet Replacement Project.
The School Board approved a bid from Dory and Sons Painting in the amount of $78,638 for the Beitel Paint Project.
The School Board approved funds for Retro Commissioning of LHS HVAC System to Engineering Design Associates for $189,930.00.
Donations:
The School Board approved a $1,000 donation from Rib and Chop House to the Linford Pay it Forward Fund.
The School Board approved a $4,500 donation from Premier Bone and Joint to Laramie High School.
The School Board approved a donation of 2,000 mechanical pencils valued at $2,180 to Slade Elementary.
Amendment To Professional Service Provider Agreement for Slade Abatement and Demolition: The School Board approved an amendment to the Professional Service Provider Agreement for the old Slade abatement and demolition in the amount of $1,411.85.
Incentive Payments for Early Notice of Resignation/Retirement: The School Boad approved the early notice incentive payment for certified employees; $5,000 for retirement, $3,000 for continuing contract employee resignation, and $1,000 for initial contract employee resignation.
2025-2026 Employee Stipends and Salary Adjustments: The School Board approved a one-time stipend for benefited staff, with payments of $2,000 to Certified and Professional Staff and $2,000 to Classified Staff and a $2,500 salary adjustment for Certified and Professional Staff.
Rec Mill Applications: The School Board approved the rec mill applications as presented.
Policies Approved on First Reading:
Policies Approved on Second Reading: No policies were approved on second reading.
Policies Adopted on Third Reading:
In addition to the approval of programs, policies, and bids, the School Board heard the following presentations and recognitions:
Presentations:
Jessica Scheckton, NSPRA Representative presented the findings from the SCOPE Communication Survey. Click here to read the report.
The Extensions Team presented the work they did during their time at Slade Elementary
Recognitions:
Tess Dodd, LHS Senior, was named the Wyoming Volleyball Gatorade Player of the Year and named All-American.
The LHS Mock Trial Team won their State Championship for the 5th consecutive year.
LMS Choir students were recognized for their acceptance in All-Northwest Choir.