The vibes in Tuesday's City Council meeting were tense as more than 60 residents came forward to share their input (largely in opposition) about plans for a new data center in northeast Sioux Falls. It finally boiled over after the vote was called.

The school board weighed pros and cons of closing Renberg, from busing and class sizes to budget savings and small-school community impacts. Leaders outlined a plan to study growth and boundaries before a 2026–27 vote, while parents urge alternatives to keep the school open.

The commission adopts a $132.6 million 2026 budget, most of which will go to public safety and justice spending.

The board reviews postsecondary outcomes—59% of grads enrolled in college, most staying in-state—and hears how the Education Foundation set a record for classroom grants, expanded teacher support, and topped $1 million in its endowment. Child Nutrition reports higher meal participation, a record 49.7% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, and federal changes that could force verification of 100% of applications.