Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Rapid City
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
12,308
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4659820
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
24
Mascot
School mascot.
Mustangs
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,574.95
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
60 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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This document is a sales order for MAP Growth K-12 educational assessment services provided by NWEA to Rapid City Area School District 51-4. The order covers 1,000 units at a total price of $13,500.00 for the period of July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The agreement references terms and conditions available online.
This document outlines a purchase order (PO 3612600034) from Rapid City Area Schools to Imagine Learning for Edgenuity 6-12 Comprehensive Site Licenses for Central High School, Rapid City High School, and Stevens High School. The contract is effective from June 2, 2025, to June 1, 2026, with a total amount of 88,137.67. The purchase is for educational software licenses.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Rapid City Area School District 51-4
The meeting featured a detailed presentation on the district's bond proposal, specifically regarding the necessity of HVAC upgrades and research correlating classroom temperature with student learning outcomes, focus, and attendance. Discussions also covered the integration of artificial intelligence in education, emphasizing the need for balanced student usage to support foundational critical thinking skills, and a review of the student school board's recent activities. Finally, the Board examined the role of school libraries as critical literacy infrastructure.
The board meeting began with the recognition of high school students who received National Community Service Impact Awards for their significant contributions to the community. Following the recognitions, the board discussed the upcoming bond election, addressing misconceptions about the proposed focus on HVAC systems. It was clarified that HVAC improvements are not merely for comfort but are essential building infrastructure that impacts air quality, temperature control, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the district provided an overview of its historical facility investments, noting that while significant funds have been spent, the current bond proposal is intended to unlock resources, reverse the accumulation of deferred maintenance, and improve the district's long-term financial trajectory.
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The Board of Education meeting included the presentation of an All-Award from the Associated School Boards of South Dakota, recognizing the board's governance and dedication to educational excellence. During the public comment session, speakers raised concerns regarding school policies on homelessness, specifically issues with attendance enforcement under McKinney-Vento regulations and the need for a more supportive, less punitive approach for homeless students. Additionally, parents shared accounts of alleged bullying, racial profiling, and inappropriate conduct by staff, and requested the board honor a protection order regarding harassment occurring at a bus stop.
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