4 takeaways from Smoky Valley USD 400 school board meeting

1. Board targets 2026 for potential bond election

2. Consultant presents results of community bond survey

3. Superintendent warns of school finance formula expiration

4. Lambert hired as future head football coach

1. Board targets 2026 for potential bond election

LINDSBORG, Kan. - Following a review of community feedback, the Board of Education reached a consensus to move forward with planning for a bond election. The board is tentatively targeting August or November 2026 for the ballot measure. This decision marks the beginning of a formal effort to address district facility needs through taxpayer funding.

2. Consultant presents results of community bond survey

LINDSBORG, Kan. - Rick Noble of Excellence K-12 presented the board with data from a recently conducted community survey regarding a potential bond issue. Noble led a conversation regarding the community's appetite for the project, allowing board members to discuss the findings and ask questions before deciding to proceed with election planning.

3. Superintendent warns of school finance formula expiration

LINDSBORG, Kan. - During his report to the board, Superintendent Quentin Breese highlighted a significant upcoming financial challenge for the district. Breese noted that the current state school finance formula is set to expire in June 2027, urging the board to remain vigilant regarding fiscal planning.

4. Lambert hired as future head football coach

LINDSBORG, Kan. - The board voted unanimously to hire Caleb Lambert as the Smoky Valley High School head football coach. The appointment is a forward-looking move, as Lambert's contract is effective for the 2026–27 school year.

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