Meriden Public Schools public meetings in 2024
52 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Education Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will vote on adopting a five-year Capital Improvement Plan covering FY2025/2026 through FY2029/2030. Other action items include approving the Program of Studies for 2025-2026, new pilot courses, and course name changes. The board will also hold first readings on several policy revisions and enter executive session to discuss personnel changes, a stipulated agreement, and security updates.
- Action on Capital Improvement Plan FY 2025/2026 - 2029/2030 (motion to adopt)
- Approval of Program of Studies for 2025-2026
- New pilot courses for 2025-2026 (motion to approve)
- First reading of policy revisions (Budget Procedures, Section 504, Employment Checks, Homeless Students, Admission, Attendance, Graduation Requirements, FAFSA Completion, Student Medications)
- Executive session for personnel changes, stipulated agreement, and security updates
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will review financial reports for October, utility usage, and the Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a discussion of the draft 2025-2026 budget estimates and a summary by object comparison.
- Review of October 2024 financial and utility reports
- Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan
- Review of 2025-2026 draft budget estimates
- Review of 2025-2026 summary by object comparison draft
Policy Committee Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Policy Committee will review and discuss 10 policies, including student medications, FAFSA completion, graduation requirements, and attendance. The committee will consider motions to recommend each policy to the full board.
- Policy 5141.21 - Administration of Student Medications in the Schools
- Policy 5126 - Improve Completion Rates of FAFSA
- Policy 5122 - High School Graduation Requirements
- Policy 5115 - Student Attendance, Truancy and Chronic Absenteeism
- Policy 5220 - Suicide Prevention and Intervention
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board will consider and likely vote on districtwide enrollment projections. They will also receive presentations on the 2024 Racial Survey and on first-grade enrichment at Thomas Hooker Elementary. An executive session is scheduled for personnel changes, security updates, and confidential student matters, followed by actions on appointments and student agreements.
- Action on districtwide enrollment projections (motion to approve)
- Executive session on personnel changes, security updates, and student stipulated agreements/expulsions
- Presentation: Racial Survey 2024
- Presentation: Enriching Learning Experiences in First Grade at Thomas Hooker Elementary
- Recognition of Model Citizen Awards from Thomas Hooker Elementary
Curriculum Meeting 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Meeting will discuss proposals for new pilot courses, including AP Seminar English 10 and Graphic Technology, and updates to the 2025-2026 Program of Studies.
- Discussion of AP Seminar English 10 and new textbooks
- Discussion of AP 2D Art + Design pilot course
- Discussion of Graphic Technology 1 and 2 pilot courses
- Discussion of course name change for Lifeguarding
- Review of Program of Studies for 2025-2026 school year
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education is meeting to consider action items including approving special education support positions and transportation staffing changes. They will also hear reports from student representatives and the superintendent, and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, security, and confidential student matters. The meeting will include public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Action on special education support positions (motion to approve)
- Action on transportation staffing changes (motion to approve)
- Finance Committee report (motion to approve)
- Executive session for personnel changes, security updates, and student stipulated agreements/expulsions
- Action on appointments/resignations and confidential student stipulated agreements
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Finance Committee will review cafeteria, utility, financial, and ARP summary reports for September. The committee is also considering recommendations to hire additional special education technicians and create a new transportation position.
- Hire 6 STARS Behavioral Technicians (3 for Hanover and 3 for Washington) and eliminate 3 substitute positions
- Create one new Secretary II position for Transportation
- Review September Cafeteria Report
- Review September Utility Reports
- Review September Financial Reports and ARP Summary Report
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet at Washington Middle School to approve minutes from October 15, 2024, and discuss the schedule of meetings for 2025. The agenda includes reports on student activities and a superintendent's presentation, followed by executive session and actions on personnel and student matters.
- Approval of October 15, 2024, meeting minutes
- Approval of Board of Education Schedule of Meetings for 2025
- Report of Student Representatives
- Superintendent's presentation on SBA Teacher Awards
- Executive session for personnel and student matters
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to approve minutes, adopt policy revisions regarding sex discrimination, and vote on appointments, resignations, and stipulated agreements. The meeting will include reports on student enrollment and community partnerships.
- Approval of October 1st enrollment report
- Policy revisions: Prohibition of Sex Discrimination
- Action on appointments and resignations
- Action on stipulated agreements
- Casimir Pulaski Elementary School presentation
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will conduct a first reading of revised policies regarding the prohibition of sex discrimination and sex-based harassment for personnel and students. The meeting includes a presentation on Israel Putnam Community Meetings and an executive session to discuss personnel and security.
- First reading of Policy Revisions: Prohibition of Sex Discrimination, Including Sex-Based Harassment (Personnel and Students)
- Presentation on Israel Putnam Community Meetings
- Executive session for personnel changes (appointments and resignations) and security updates
- Action on appointments and resignations
- Acceptance of Finance Committee and Policy Committee reports
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:45 p.m.
The committee will discuss monthly cafeteria, utility, and financial reports for July and August 2024. The meeting also includes a review of the ARP Summary Reports for those same months.
- Cafeteria Reports for July and August 2024
- Fuel Oil, Gas, Electricity, and Solar utility reports for July and August 2024
- Financial Reports for July and August 2024
- ARP Summary Reports for July and August 2024
Policy Committee Meeting - 5:30 PM
The Meriden Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to consider two revisions to district policies regarding sex discrimination and harassment. The committee is expected to vote on motions to recommend the approval of updated policies for both employees and students.
- Vote to recommend approval of revised Policy 4030 (Personnel)
- Vote to recommend approval of revised Policy 5020 (Students)
- Review of Title IX redline documents for employees
- Review of Title IX redline documents for students
- Adjournment of the meeting
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and hear reports from student representatives and the superintendent. The agenda includes actions on a labor agreement for support staff and personnel appointments.
- Approval of September 3, 2024 Board of Education minutes
- Presentation on Student Leadership at Platt High School
- Discussion of 1478EP Labor Agreement for Behavior Techs, Climate Specialists, Job Coaches, and Tutors
- Action on Appointments and Resignations
- Executive session for confidential attorney-client communication and personnel updates
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to approve the 2024-2025 cafeteria budget, renew leases for Rushford and 14-16 West Main Street, and appoint an ESOL Department Chair. The meeting will also include reports on school openings and student activities.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Cafeteria Budget Plan
- Rushford Lease Renewal
- Lease Renewal for 14-16 West Main Street
- Appointment of ESOL Department Chair
- Finance Committee Report
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
The Meriden Public Schools Board of Education will use the attached document to record the motions and votes from its September 3, 2024 meeting, as required by Connecticut law. No new policies or contracts are being considered at this time.
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will review several financial reports, including cafeteria and utility expenditures. The committee is also considering lease renewals for the Venture Academy space and 14-16 West Main Street, as well as a new ESOL Department Chair position.
- Proposed acceptance of the 2024-2025 Cafeteria Budget Plan
- Rushford lease renewal for the Venture Academy space
- Three-year lease agreement with Meriden YMCA for 14-16 West Main Street
- Addition of a new ESOL Department Chair position
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
The Board of Education held a meeting on August 19, 2024, to recapitulate and vote on items. The agenda indicates the meeting was procedural, focusing on compliance with Connecticut General Statutes regarding the recording of votes.
- Meeting held on August 19, 2024
- Focus on compliance with Connecticut General Statutes
- Meeting type: Recapitulations & Votes
- Document: 8-19-24_BOE Meeting Minutes Recapulations.pdf
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Board of Education will approve the minutes from the June 4 meeting and hear the superintendent's summer update. New business includes approving FY 2025 Family Resource Center program grants, reviewing NAACP-ARPA agreements, and entering an executive session to discuss a labor agreement with UNITE HERE! Local 217 and student stipulated agreements. Motions will be taken to authorize the labor agreement and approve the student agreements.
- Approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 Board meeting
- Motion to approve FY 2025 Family Resource Center Program Grants
- Motion on NAACP-ARPA Agreements
- Motion to enter executive session to discuss UNITE HERE! Local 217 labor agreement
- Motion to authorize UNITE HERE! Local 217 labor agreement
School Building Committee - 6:00 p.m.
The School Building Committee will approve minutes from February 2024 and review updates on HVAC projects at John Barry, Benjamin Franklin, Nathan Hale, Roger Sherman, and Lincoln Middle Schools. The committee will also receive a roofing project update for 22 Liberty Street.
- Approval of February 1, 2024 minutes
- 22 Liberty Street Roofing Project update
- HVAC grant notifications for John Barry Elementary
- HVAC grant notifications for Benjamin Franklin Elementary
- HVAC grant notifications for Nathan Hale Elementary
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
The Meriden Public Schools Board of Education will hold a meeting on June 4, 2024 titled “Recapitulations & Votes.” The agenda indicates the purpose is to use the attached documents to record motions in compliance with Connecticut General Statutes. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to approve the 2024-2025 budget, approve textbook selections, and authorize the signing of the superintendent's contract. The meeting will also include reports on student activities and finance committee business.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Budget
- Textbook Approval - Second Reading
- Authorization to Sign Superintendent Contract
- Hanover Sprinklers project
- Finance Committee Reports
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially recommend the adoption of the 2024-2025 budget to the Board of Education. The committee will also review April reports for the cafeteria, utilities, and financials, as well as an ARP summary report.
- Recommendation to adopt the 2024-2025 budget
- Proposed expenditure up to $85,000 for Hanover Sprinklers to replace and repair pipes
- Review of April Cafeteria, Utility, and Financial reports
- Review of ARP Funding Summary Report for April
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
This agenda is procedural, documenting votes from the May 21, 2024 Board of Education meeting to comply with Connecticut General Statutes. No new decisions or discussions are listed; the only attachment is a recapitulation of motions.
- Recording of votes from the May 21, 2024 board meeting as required by CT statutes
- No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings on this agenda
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Board of Education will approve the minutes from the May 7 meeting and hear reports from student representatives and the superintendent. The board will consider a first‑reading approval of a new Spanish textbook and a motion to approve a new pilot course called Adaptive Cinema Studies for the 2024‑2025 school year. An executive session will be opened to discuss personnel changes, the superintendent contract, a stipulated agreement on a confidential student matter, and security updates.
- Approve minutes from the May 7 Board meeting
- First‑reading approval of a new Spanish textbook
- Motion to approve new pilot course "Adaptive Cinema Studies" for 2024‑2025
- Motion to enter executive session on personnel changes, superintendent contract, confidential student matter, and security updates
- Motion to approve appointments and resignations
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
This document serves as the official record of motions and votes taken during the May 7, 2024, meeting. It is provided to comply with Connecticut General Statutes regarding vote recording.
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee is discussing a new pilot course called Adaptive Cinema Studies for the 2024–2025 school year, as well as new Spanish textbooks and digital resources. Both items are listed as discussions, not votes. The meeting also includes routine call to order and adjournment.
- Discussion of new pilot course: Adaptive Cinema Studies
- Discussion of new Spanish textbooks and digital resources
- Attached files include pilot course form, textbook adoption forms, and vendor quote
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to discuss budget transfers and the filling of classified staff vacancies. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding John Barry School and an executive session for personnel and security updates.
- Annual authorization to make line item budget transfers
- Authorization to fill classified staff vacancies
- John Barry School presentation
- Action on personnel appointments and resignations
- Executive session for security updates
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss utility reports, financial data, and the 2024-2025 budget. The committee is expected to vote on authorizing line item budget transfers to close the school budget by June 30, 2024.
- Annual authorization to make line item budget transfers
- Hanover Sprinklers project discussion
- 2024-2025 Budget Update
- Cafeteria Report for March 2024
- Utility Reports for March 2024
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
This meeting is a procedural session to record votes and recap motions from the April 16, 2024, Board of Education meeting, as required by Connecticut General Statutes. No new decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will review the 2024-2025 budget and a presentation on student accountability at Washington Middle School. The body is also deciding on the high school graduation date and authorization to fill certified staff positions.
- Discussion and presentation of the 2024-2025 Budget
- Authorization to fill certified staff positions
- Determination of the High School Graduation Date
- Washington Middle School presentation on 'On Track Conferencing'
- Action on personnel appointments and resignations
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will consider a motion to enter an executive session to discuss non‑renewal of long‑term substitute contracts, one‑ and two‑year teacher contracts, student agreements, and personnel changes. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2024‑2025 school budget and a second‑reading approval of textbook selections. Additional actions involve food and beverage exemption requests and a motion on rental fund staff fees.
- Motion to enter executive session on contract non‑renewals and staffing changes
- Discussion/presentation of the 2024‑2025 Board of Education budget
- Second reading approval of textbook selection
- Motion on food and beverage exemptions
- Action on rental fund staff fees
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
This is a procedural meeting to record and approve votes from the April 2, 2024 Board of Education meeting, as required by Connecticut General Statutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Review and approval of the attached recapitulation of votes document
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will review cafeteria and utility reports for January and February and vote on a motion to recommend approval for increased Building Rental Staff Fees.
- Review cafeteria reports for January and February
- Review utility reports for January and February
- Vote on motion to increase Building Rental Staff Fees
- Set next meeting date
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will consider the 2024‑2025 budget estimates. Members will vote on a motion to recommend that the Board of Education approve the presented budget estimates. The meeting also includes routine items such as setting the date for the next meeting.
- Action on 2024‑2025 Budget Estimates – motion to recommend Board approval
- Next Meeting Date – information on scheduling the next Finance Committee meeting
- Call to Order – opening of the meeting
- Adjournment – closing of the meeting
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss the 2024-2025 budget. The board will also vote on a revised high school graduation policy and approve various staff appointments and pilot courses.
- Approval of minutes from March 5 and March 11 meetings
- Second reading of Revised Policy 5122, High School Graduation Requirements
- Discussion and presentation of the 2024-2025 Budget
- Approval of support staff with V-Endorsement
- Approval of a new pilot course for 2024-2025
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
The Board of Education posted meeting minutes for March 19, 2024, to comply with Connecticut General Statutes regarding the recording of votes. The document is an informational attachment.
- Meeting minutes posted for March 19, 2024
- Document titled '3-19-2024_BOE Meeting Minutes_Recapitulations and Votes.pdf'
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
This is a procedural meeting to record votes from the January 17, 2024 Board of Education meeting, as required by Connecticut General Statutes. No new business or decisions are scheduled.
- Review of motions from the January 17, 2024 Board meeting
- Attachment: 3-5-24_Recapitulations and Votes_BOE Meeting Minutes.pdf
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will vote on the Meriden Increasing Diversity Plan and review revised high school graduation requirements. The meeting includes presentations on Casimir Pulaski Elementary School and multilingual learner support at Lincoln Middle School.
- Vote to approve the Meriden Increasing Diversity Plan
- First reading of Revised Policy 5122 regarding High School Graduation Requirements
- Action on student stipulated agreements
- Action on personnel appointments and resignations
- Executive session regarding student expulsions and security updates
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 4:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee will consider adding a new pilot course for the 2024-2025 school year and approving an Educator Diversity Plan. The committee also plans to vote on ending the requirement for an 11th-grade SAT Skills course.
- Motion to add new pilot course for 2024-2025 school year
- Motion to approve Meriden Educator Diversity Plan
- Motion to discontinue 11th Grade English & Math SAT Skills course 065
- Information item regarding Grade 6 2024-2025 Schedule
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Finance Committee will discuss financial reports and ARP funding summaries, then vote on recommending approval of up to six support staff with V endorsement positions and the 2024-2025 budget estimates to the Board of Education.
- Action on 2024-2025 budget estimates
- Approval of up to six support staff with V endorsement positions
- Review of financial projections for February and January 2024
- ARP Funding Summary Report for February and January 2024
Canceled--Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The scheduled Board of Education meeting on February 27, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included items such as the approval of minutes, reports from student representatives and the superintendent, and policy readings.
- Approval of minutes
- Report of the Student Representatives
- Report of the Superintendent
- Revised Policy 5122, High School Graduation Requirements - First Reading
- Executive Session
Policy Committee Meeting - 5:00 P.M.
The Meriden Public Schools Policy Committee will meet on February 6, 2024, to review and discuss Policy 5122 regarding High School Graduation Requirements. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. in the Board Room at 22 Liberty Street.
- Review and discussion of Policy 5122, High School Graduation Requirements
- Motion to recommend approval of Policy 5122
- Adjournment of the meeting
Board of Education Meeting - Recapitulations & Votes
The agenda is a procedural notice for a February 6, 2024, Board of Education meeting focused on recording votes to comply with Connecticut General Statutes. The document references an attached file containing the recapitulations and votes.
- Meeting date: February 6, 2024
- Compliance with Connecticut General Statutes regarding vote recording
- Attachment: 2-6-2024 Recapitulations and Votes_BOE EMeeting.pdf (142 KB)
Board of Education Meeting - Motions
This agenda item is purely procedural: the board will record and document votes from the February 6, 2024 Board of Education meeting to comply with Connecticut General Statutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Recapitulations and votes from the Feb 6, 2024 meeting are attached as a PDF
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve minutes from a previous meeting and vote on the 2024-2025 budget estimates. The board will also consider motions for roof replacement at the Board of Education building at 22 Liberty Street.
- Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024
- Action on 2024-2025 budget estimates
- 22 Liberty Street roof replacement project
- Finance Committee report
- Executive session for personnel changes
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will review December 2023 reports regarding the cafeteria, utilities, and general financials. The committee is asked to recommend the 2024-2025 budget estimates for approval by the Board of Education.
- Recommendation of 2024-2025 budget estimates
- December 2023 Cafeteria Report
- December 2023 Utility Reports (Gas, Electrical, Fuel Oil and Solar)
- December 2023 Financial Reports
- December 2023 ARP Summary Report
SPECIAL Board of Education Meeting - 6:15 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will hold a special meeting on January 17, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation on Maloney High School post-secondary planning, a finance committee report, and an executive session to discuss contract matters, personnel changes, and security updates. The board will also vote on appointments and resignations.
- Approval of minutes from the January 2, 2024 board meeting
- Presentation on Maloney High School post-secondary planning
- Finance committee report with a recommended motion to accept
- Executive session on contract, personnel, and security matters
- Action on appointments and resignations
Board of Education Meeting - Motions
The agenda is a procedural notice for the January 17, 2024, Board of Education meeting. The document serves to comply with Connecticut General Statutes by recording the motions and votes taken during the session.
- Meeting date: January 17, 2024
- Compliance with Connecticut General Statutes
- Recording of Board of Education motions
- Attachment: 1-17-2024 Motions._BOE Meeting Minutes.pdf
Canceled---Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education meeting scheduled for January 16, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and approval of minutes.
- Approval of Minutes
- Report of the Student Representatives
- Report of the Superintendent
- Finance Committee Report
- Action on Appointments and Resignations
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Finance Committee will review the November cafeteria, utility, financial, and ARP summary reports. The main agenda item is an update on the 2024-2025 budget estimates from Assistant Superintendent Grove. The meeting also includes setting the next meeting date and adjournment.
- 2024-2025 Budget Estimates (discussion with Draft Budget)
- November Cafeteria Report
- November Utility Report (fuel oil, gas, electricity, solar)
- November Financial Report
- November ARP Summary Report
Board of Education Meeting - Motions
This document serves as a record of motions and votes for the January 2, 2024, Board of Education meeting. It is provided to comply with Connecticut General Statutes regarding the recording of votes.
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve minutes from the previous meeting, review a report on Roger Sherman Elementary's 'Purposeful Play' program, and take action on textbook digital content and personnel appointments.
- Approval of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Textbook/Digital Content Approve - Second Reading
- Action on Appointments and Resignations
- Executive Session: Discussion of Personnel Changes
- Roger Sherman School Presentation - 'Purposeful Play'