Three committees of the Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) School Board met this week to prepare for the board’s regular monthly session, scheduled for Wednesday, June 11 at 6:00 p.m.

One of the key items on the agenda is the proposed purchase of 678 new Dell laptop computers. While the retail price for each unit is $899.99, the school district secured a discounted rate of $725.99 per laptop. The total cost will be covered using bond proceeds.

Also on the agenda is a new custodial services contract. Unlike previous one-year agreements, the proposal calls for a three-year contract. Facilities Director Matt Rapp told board committee members that 10 vendors submitted complete proposals, and a recommended selection has been made by a school district committee. While the final cost of the contract was not yet available, Rapp said he will provide that information at Wednesday’s meeting.

Board members will also consider a $378,000 project to rebuild two chiller units at Fishers High School. According to Rapp, the rebuild is expected to extend the life of both units by an additional 10 to 12 years.

Rapp also updated the committees on a wide range of summer construction projects currently underway at several HSE school facilities.

“If you drive by our buildings, you are going to see a lot of activity,” said HSE Superintendent Patrick Mapes.