Greenwich Public Schools public meetings in 2025
22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will consider the proposed FY2026-2027 operating and food services budgets. The meeting also includes a resolution for a nonprofit to fund the GHS Aquatics and Tennis Project and a proposal regarding the HAS Magnet theme.
- Approval of the proposed FY2026-2027 Operating Budget
- Approval of the proposed FY2027 Food Services Budget
- Resolution for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to fund the GHS Aquatics and Tennis Project
- HAS Magnet Theme Proposal
- Approval of the 2026-2027 BOE Meeting calendar
Board Special Meeting - Budget
The Board of Education will discuss the Superintendent's proposed 2026-27 operating budget. Members will also discuss the GHS pool feasibility study and committee assignments.
- Superintendent's proposed 2026-27 operating budget discussion
- GHS Pool Feasibility Study discussion
- Speed cameras discussion with Chief Heavey
- BOE committee assignments discussion
- BOE norms discussion
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will hold a business meeting with a public hearing, swearing in of new members, election of officers, and consent agenda. Key discussion items include a feasibility study for a pool at Greenwich High School, the monthly financial report, budget transfers, the 2026-27 meeting calendar, and a teacher absenteeism report.
- GHS Pool Feasibility Study (1st Read)
- Monthly Financial Report - October
- Budget Transfers - October
- 2026-27 BOE Meeting Calendar (1st Read)
- Teacher Absenteeism Monthly Report
Board Budget Meeting - NOT HELD DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM
The scheduled Board Budget Meeting on November 6, 2025, was not held because a quorum was not reached. The agenda included a first reading of the Superintendent's proposed 2026-27 operating budget.
- Superintendent's Proposed 2026-27 Operating Budget (1st Read)
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will vote on several action items, including the FY27 capital budget and Central Middle School building plans. The meeting also includes public hearings for student government, the GEA, and the PTA Council.
- Approval of the $17,823,000 FY27 Capital Budget
- Certification of final plans for Central Middle School State Project 057-0114N
- Interim appropriation request for Hamilton Avenue HVAC
- Request to modify lighting conditions at Cardinal Stadium
- Adjustment of Freshman English course models
Board Retreat
The Greenwich Public Schools Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss several key items, including the FY27 capital budget, curriculum review cycle, and achievement data for 2024-25. The board will also hear oral reports on the CMS building committee plan, transportation legislation, and FY27 program adjustments. This is a discussion-focused meeting with no votes scheduled.
- FY27 Capital Budget discussion
- Curriculum Plan/Review Cycle discussion
- Achievement Data Report 2024-25 discussion
- CMS Building Committee Plan Completion Review (PCR) #3 FFE and Tech (oral report)
- Transportation Legislation (oral report)
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will hold a public hearing, discuss capital plans and financial reports, and take action on several items including a tentative agreement with the Greenwich Education Association, a policy change for Advanced Placement course weighting, superintendent goals, and the 2026-2027 school year calendar.
- Vote on GEA tentative collective bargaining agreement for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029
- Consider .25 weighting for Advanced Placement courses starting with 9th grade class of 2026-2027 (Policy 6146.11)
- Approve 2026-2027 school year calendar
- Discussion of FY27 Capital Update (1st read) and Old Greenwich School Building Committee update
- Public hearing with one hour for community comments
Board Retreat
The Board of Education is holding a retreat to discuss several upcoming administrative items. Discussion topics include the 2025–26 assessment schedule, enrollment updates, and the Superintendent's goals for the 2025–26 school year.
- Discussion of 2025–26 Assessment Schedule
- Curriculum Institute update
- Enrollment update report
- First reading of 2025–26 Superintendent Goals
- First reading of 2026-2027 School Year Calendar
Board Retreat UPDATED 090325
The Board of Education is meeting for a retreat to discuss several informational items. Discussions will include updates on capital projects, information regarding the FY27 operating budget, and a new K-12 consistency regulation.
- 3560 Capital Update discussion
- 3120 FY27 Operating Budget Information discussion
- Academic informational item on New K-12 Consistency Regulation
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Public Schools Board of Education will hold a business meeting with a public hearing, monthly reports, and several discussion and action items. Key actions include approving policy 9311, authorizing summer budget transfers, and considering a request for an interim for transportation at Greenwich High School. The board will also discuss GHS exams and grading, summer school planning, 2025-2026 board goals, and the monthly financial report.
- Approve policy 9311 (first read and action)
- Authorize summer budget transfers (3160)
- Request for interim for transportation at GHS (added at meeting)
- Discussion of GHS exams, grading, and department guidelines
- 2025-2026 Board Goals (updated June 12, 2025)
Board Special Meeting
The Board of Education will consider using non-lapsing funds to cover a shortage in the 2025-2026 transportation budget. Members will also discuss Greenwich High School exams, grading, and department guidelines.
- Action item to approve use of BOE non-lapsing account for transportation budget shortage
- Discussion regarding GHS exams, grading, and department guidelines
- Executive session regarding transportation contract negotiations
- Executive session regarding special education outplacement and settlements
Board Special Meeting
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting on May 29, 2025. The agenda consists of a meeting opening and an executive session to discuss pending litigation.
- Executive Session regarding pending litigation
Board of Education Retreat
The Board of Education will hold a retreat to discuss school improvement plans and K–12 English Language Arts reports. Members will also review current board goals and the 2025–2026 agenda plan. Additionally, the Board will consider authorizing the administration to move unexpended FY24-25 funds into a nonlapsing account.
- Authorization of FY24-25 unexpended funds into a nonlapsing account
- Academic update on School Improvement Plans
- K–12 ELA report
- First reading of 9311 Policy
- Approval of the 2025–2026 Agenda Plan
Board Business Meeting
The Board will review monthly financial reports, textbook recommendations, and healthy food certifications. Members will also consider a budget reduction for the FY26 operating budget and the completion of the GHS entryway project.
- FY26 BOE Operating Budget reduction discussion
- Acceptance of the GHS Vestibule building project as complete
- Monthly Financial Report and budget transfers
- Textbook recommendations approval
- Healthy Food Certification and exemptions
Board Special Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education is holding a special meeting to take action on a reduction to the FY26 operating budget as directed by the Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET). The agenda lists this as the sole action item, with a supporting document attached. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.
- Action on BET reduction from the FY26 BOE Operating Budget
- Document: BOE Budget Reduction 05-07-25.pdf (110 KB)
Board Special Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on extending Superintendent Dr. Jones' contract by two years, through June 30, 2028. The board will also consider a reduction to the FY26 operating budget as requested by the BET, with updated documents and survey results provided. The meeting begins with an executive session on the superintendent's evaluation and contract.
- Superintendent contract extension through June 30, 2028
- BET reduction from FY26 BOE Operating Budget
- Executive session on personnel matter (superintendent evaluation and contract)
Board Business Meeting - AGENDA UPDATED 042225
The Greenwich Board of Education will hold a business meeting with a public hearing, monthly reports, and several discussion and action items. Key actions include a vote on extending Superintendent Dr. Jones' contract by two years through June 30, 2028, and a vote on a BET reduction to the FY26 operating budget. Discussions will cover textbook recommendations, survey results, field use, the 2025-26 agenda plan, and financial reports.
- Action: Consider extending Superintendent Dr. Jones' contract through June 30, 2028
- Action: BET reduction from FY26 BOE Operating Budget
- Discussion: Textbook Recommendations (1st Read)
- Discussion: Greenwich Together Survey Results
- Discussion: Field Use Study
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will hold a business meeting with a public hearing, monthly reports, and discussions on the FY26 capital request for GHS pool repairs, K-12 STEM math and science, GHS curriculum, and financial reports. Action items include setting the 2024-25 graduation date and last day of school to June 17, 2025. The agenda is largely procedural with public comment and standard reports.
- Action: Set graduation date for 2024-25 as Tuesday, June 17
- Action: Set last day of school as June 17 (June 16 for grades 6 and 9), including five snow days
- Discussion: Amendment to FY26 Capital Request for GHS pool repairs
- Discussion: K-12 STEM Math and Science Report
- Discussion: Monthly financial report and budget transfers for February
Board Special Meeting
The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to address a contract with LIUNA. The meeting will also include an executive session regarding confidential collective bargaining documents.
- Action item regarding LIUNA contract
- Executive session for confidential collective bargaining documents
Board Business Meeting
The Greenwich Board of Education will discuss a special education review and PreK presentations. The Board is also scheduled to vote on Riverside School educational specifications and new tuition rates.
- Action on Riverside School feasibility educational specifications
- Approval of 2025-2026 tuition rates
- Proposal for new Honors Modern Band course at GHS
- Discussion of PCG Special Education Review
- Discussion of monthly financial report and budget transfers
Board Special Meeting - Retreat CHANGED TO FULLY VIRTUAL 020525
The Board of Education is holding a virtual retreat to discuss updates regarding Greenwich High School's elimination of Flex and cell phone implementation. The meeting also includes action items regarding capital planning and facility repairs.
- Discussion on GHS elimination of Flex
- Discussion on cell phone implementation
- Action to add Hamilton Avenue HVAC to the FY26 Capital Plan
- Oral report on GHS Pool Repairs amendment to the FY26 Capital Request
Board Special Meeting - Business Meeting CHANGED TO FULLY VIRTUAL 011325
The Greenwich Board of Education will meet virtually to vote on educational specifications for Riverside School. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a new music course at Greenwich High School and midterm/final grading options.
- Action on Riverside School feasibility educational specifications
- Public hearing for GHS Student Government, GEA, and PTA Council
- Discussion of new GHS music course proposal
- Discussion of GHS grading options for midterms and finals
- Review of monthly financial report and budget transfers