Lee's Summit R-VII School District
The Finance Committee agenda proposes leasing 12 mobile classroom buildings—24 classrooms total—for renovation work at Pleasant Lea Middle School and Pleasant Lea Elementary.
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An August 4, 2026 KCPS Policy Committee meeting's posted tentative agenda item was a proposed school name change connected to that school's transition into 'the Carver Building.' The notice does not name the school or describe the proposed new name.
The July board record says the board approved flooring across the elementary and high school, HVAC repairs, office carpet, and high-school gym bleacher decking.
The board approved expanded work with Hollis + Miller to assess district buildings, systems, interiors, exteriors, safety, and security.
Excelsior Springs School District 40
The board approved an updated facility plan and a five-year enrollment and student forecast.
On June 11, 2026, the KCPS Board of Directors toured the King Empowerment Campus to review construction progress and receive updates on the project; the notice states no official action was taken during the tour.
The June 9 agenda says voters approved $35 million in school bonds and asks the board to authorize the sale and start project payments.
Grain Valley R-V School District
The board approved a $267,000 contract to resurface the high-school track and replace long-jump pit covers.
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