Meriden Public Schools public meetings in 2025
39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Curriculum Committee Meeting-4:45 PM
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee will discuss adopting pilot courses as permanent offerings and reviewing new textbooks for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 Pilot to Permanent Courses
- Updates to Program of Studies 2026-2027 school year
- New AP Psychology Textbooks for 2026-2027
- New UCONN ECE Macroeconomics and Microeconomics Textbooks
- Informational update on Generation Citizen curriculum
Board of Education Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve meeting minutes from December 2 and a treasurer's report. The meeting will include reports on student activities and unfinished business, followed by an executive session on personnel and contract matters.
- Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes 12-2-25
- Treasurer's Report 2025
- Finance Committee Report 12-9-25
- Executive Session: Personnel changes and MFT contract
- Action on MFT Contract 2026-2029
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss draft budget estimates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, including a summary by object comparison and a draft budget presentation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and information only. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.
- Review of 2026-2027 draft summary by object comparison
- Review of 2026-2027 draft budget presentation
School Building Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The committee will hear an update on the Edison Middle School roofing project and vote on approving the plans and estimated cost. They will also approve the October meeting minutes, adopt the 2026 meeting schedule, and review a treasurer's report on roof finances.
- Motion to approve plans and estimated cost for Edison Middle School roof replacement
- Approval of minutes from October 2, 2025 regular meeting
- Approval of proposed schedule of meetings for 2026
- Treasurer's report on Edison roof financial status
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will consider adopting enrollment projections and a five-year Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2026/2027–2030/2031), among other business. The meeting includes recognition of students and staff, presentations from Hanover Elementary and the superintendent, and a report from the Finance Committee. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel changes, confidential student matters, and security updates, followed by potential action on appointments and resignations.
- Adoption of enrollment projections (new business item 9.1)
- Adoption of Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026/2027–2030/2031 (new business item 9.2)
- Approval of Finance Committee minutes (unfinished business 8.1)
- Executive session for personnel changes, student stipulations/expulsions, and security updates (new business 9.5)
- Appointments and resignations action (new business 9.6)
Board of Education Special Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will hold an organizational meeting to elect officers, including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and to appoint a Board Clerk.
- Election of Board President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Appointment of Board Clerk
- Meeting held per Board of Education Policy 9060
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss utility and financial reports for October 2025 and vote on a Capital Improvement Plan for the fiscal years 2026/2027 through 2030/2031.
- Cafeteria report for October 2025
- Utility reports for fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar
- Financial reports and 2025-2026 October projections
- Vote to approve Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026/2027-2030/2031
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will consider a reorganization plan involving proposed staff changes and modified educational specifications for Success Academy Alternative High School. The body will also review the 2026 meeting schedule and act on personnel appointments and student agreements.
- Reorganization Plan and proposed staff changes
- Modified Educational Specifications for Success Academy Alternative High School
- Revised Board of Education Schedule of Meetings for 2026
- Action on appointments and resignations
- Action on Student Stipulated Agreement
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will meet to discuss and vote on a recommendation to approve staff changes for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025.
- Central Office Reorganization
- Staff changes for 2025-2026
- Finance Committee meeting
- Board of Education approval recommended
CANCELED - School Building Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The School Building Committee meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025, was canceled. The agenda included items such as the approval of minutes, a report on the Edison Middle School roof, and the treasurer's report.
- Approval of minutes
- Edison Middle School roof update
- Treasurer's report
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will review the 2026 meeting schedule and educational specifications for new construction at Thomas Hooker Elementary School. The agenda also includes a report on the Roger Sherman Elementary School music program and updates regarding enrollment.
- Approval of the 2026 Board of Education Schedule of Meetings
- New Construction: Thomas Hooker Elementary School Educational Specifications
- Update on Thomas Hooker Elementary School Conceptual Design Study
- Presentation of Roger Sherman Elementary School's Music Program
- Action on personnel appointments and resignations
Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will convene to discuss cafeteria operations, utility usage, and financial reports for September 2025. The meeting will also set the date for the next session and adjourn.
- Review of cafeteria operations for September 2025
- Utility reports for fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar
- Financial reports and budget projections for September 2025
- Setting the date for the next Finance Committee meeting
- Adjournment of the meeting
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will consider approving school calendars for the next two academic years, receive a class size report based on October 1 data, and hear presentations including Family School Liaisons. The meeting includes public comment, recognition of recipients, and an executive session for personnel and student matters.
- Vote on 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school calendars (Motion to Accept and Adopt)
- Class Size Report based on October 1 data
- Presentation: Family School Liaisons – 'Our Schools, Our Community'
- Recognition: 'You Care - We Care' recipients and Community Support Award to Ryder's Ice Cream
- Executive session to discuss personnel changes, student stipulated agreements, and security updates
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve educational specifications for a new Casimir Pulaski Elementary School and authorize several grant applications and staffing plans. The meeting also includes a presentation on Thomas Hooker Elementary School's language development program and a report on the Finance Committee.
- Approve New Construction Casimir Pulaski Elementary School Educational Specifications
- Authorize Special Education Expansion and Development Grant
- Accept Alliance District and Priority School District Consolidated Grant for 2025-2026
- Approve Cafeteria Excess Operating Balance Plan
- Approve FY 2026 McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance (Continuation 2)
School Building Committee Meeting
The committee will review a progress report regarding the Edison Middle School roof. The meeting also includes actions to appoint a secretary and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Edison Middle School roof update progress report
- Appointment of Mr. Robert Lorenzo as Secretary
- Approval of September 4, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will discuss and potentially take action on a plan to reduce the cafeteria fund's excess operating balance. The committee will also consider two grants: the Alliance District and Priority School District Consolidated Grant for 2025-2026 and the Special Education Expansion and Development Grant. Additionally, reports on cafeteria operations, utilities, and district finances for July and August will be presented for discussion.
- Action on Cafeteria Excess Operating Balance Plan to reduce fund balance
- Consideration of Alliance District and Priority School District Consolidated Grant for 2025-2026
- Consideration of Special Education Expansion and Development Grant
- Cafeteria Reports for July and August and Year in Review discussion
- Utility (gas, electricity, solar) reports for July and August
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will consider actions on new staffing positions and contracts for the Meriden Federation of Educational Secretaries and the Meriden Federation of Municipal Employees. The meeting includes a presentation on Maloney High School and a biannual hiring and recruitment report.
- Action on new staffing positions
- Action on Meriden Federation of Educational Secretaries Contract
- Action on Meriden Federation of Municipal Employees Contract
- Healthy Food Certification Statement
- Maloney High School presentation: 'A Foundation for the Future'
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Board of Education will vote to adopt the cafeteria budget for the 2025‑2026 school year. It will also consider a finance committee report, approve the minutes from the August 19 meeting, and enter an executive session to discuss personnel appointments, resignations, and related confidential matters.
- Approve minutes from the August 19 Board meeting
- Finance Committee report (motion to approve)
- Adopt cafeteria budget plan for 2025‑2026 (motion to adopt)
- Enter executive session on personnel changes, student agreements, and security updates
- Approve appointments and resignations
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will discuss cafeteria, utility, and financial reports from May through July 2025. The committee is also asked to recommend the 2025-2026 Cafeteria Budget Plan to the Board of Education.
- Proposed 2025-2026 Cafeteria Budget Plan
- May, June, and July 2025 Financial Reports
- May and June 2025 Cafeteria Reports
- May and June 2025 Utility Reports (Fuel Oil, Gas, Electricity, and Solar)
- 2025-2026 Appropriated Budget
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will meet to act on multiple facility projects, including approving educational specifications for the Edison Middle School roof replacement and the alternative education program. They will also close out air conditioning work at two elementary schools, renovations at two high schools, and the 22 Liberty Street roof project. Other actions include an educator evaluation plan amendment, a family resource center grant renewal, and an executive session for personnel and confidential student matters.
- Edison Middle School roof replacement educational specifications (motion to accept)
- Alternative education program educational specifications (motion to approve)
- Benjamin Franklin and Roger Sherman elementary schools first-floor air conditioning closeouts
- Platt and Maloney high schools renovation closeouts
- Educator evaluation support plan amendment approval (TEVAL)
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will consider several action items, including authorizing the superintendent's contract and the Meriden Federation of Paraeducators contract. They will also vote on closeouts for HVAC projects at Lincoln Middle School, John Barry Elementary, and Nathan Hale Elementary. The meeting includes procedural items, a hiring report, and an executive session for confidential student, personnel, and legal matters.
- Authorization to sign Superintendent Contract
- Action on Meriden Federation of Paraeducators Contract
- Lincoln Middle School Chiller Replacement Closeout
- John Barry Elementary School First Floor Air Conditioning Closeout
- Nathan Hale Elementary School First Floor Air Conditioning Closeout
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve minutes from May 20, 2025, and consider several actions including the adoption of the 2025-2026 school calendar and budget. The meeting also includes a vote on a chiller replacement bid for Washington Middle School and authorization to fill classified staff vacancies.
- Approval of May 20, 2025, Board of Education minutes
- Motion to accept Washington Middle School chiller replacement bid
- Motion to adopt and revise the 2025-2026 school calendar
- Motion to adopt the 2025-2026 budget
- Motion to authorize filling classified staff vacancies
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will consider a motion to recommend adoption of the 2025-2026 budget, including all revisions, to the Board of Education. The committee will also review cafeteria, utility (fuel oil, gas, electricity, solar), and financial reports for April. The meeting includes discussion and action on the budget.
- Adoption of the 2025-2026 budget (action item)
- Cafeteria Report for April 2025
- Utility Reports: fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar
- Financial Reports: cumulative and projections for April
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meriden Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including public comment, approval of minutes, and reports. The superintendent will present the annual report for 2024-2025, and the curriculum committee will report. A first reading of new world language textbooks is scheduled. The board will then enter executive session to discuss personnel changes, the superintendent's contract, a confidential student matter, and security updates, followed by votes on appointments, resignations, and a stipulated agreement.
- Superintendent annual report for 2024-2025
- First reading of new world language textbooks
- Executive session: personnel changes, superintendent contract, confidential student matter, security updates
- Action on appointments and resignations
- Action on stipulated agreement(s)
Curriculum Meeting 5:30pm
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee will discuss proposed new textbooks for Spanish, Italian, and AP/ECE Spanish Language courses for the 2025-2026 school year. An informational update on 8th-grade Algebra 1 curriculum will also be presented. The meeting includes only discussion and information items; no votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of new textbook for AP/ECE Spanish Language
- Discussion of new textbook for Spanish 4, including rejected alternatives
- Discussion of new textbook for Italian 1-2
- Discussion of new textbook for Italian 3-4
- Informational update on 8th-grade Algebra 1 curriculum
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will consider approving a proposal for a new school renovation and study. Other action items include approving the Finance Committee report and entering executive session for personnel changes and security updates. The meeting also features recognitions, student reports, and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Motion to approve New School Renovation and Study proposal
- Motion to approve Finance Committee report from April 29, 2025
- Executive session to discuss personnel changes and security updates
- Recognitions: Model Citizens from Hanover Elementary and CABE Student Leadership Awards
- Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Finance Committee will vote on a motion to recommend Board of Education approval for a New School Renovation and Study. They will also discuss the March 2025 Cafeteria Report, utility reports (fuel oil, gas, electricity, solar), financial reports, additional STAR Classrooms, and 2025-2026 budget estimates.
- Motion to recommend approval of New School Renovation and Study
- Discussion of March 2025 Cafeteria Report
- Review of March 2025 utility reports (fuel oil, gas, electricity, solar)
- Review of March 2025 financial reports and projections
- Discussion of additional STAR Classrooms and 2025-2026 budget estimates
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve the high school graduation date, authorize filling certified positions, and adopt new pilot courses. The meeting will also include reports on student activities and a superintendent presentation on middle school transitions.
- Approval of minutes from April 1 and March 31
- Authorization to fill certified positions
- Establishment of high school graduation date
- Approval of new pilot courses including Launch Pad to Advance Math
- Action on appointments, resignations, and confidential student agreements
Curriculum Meeting 5:00 pm
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee will discuss adopting 2024-2025 pilot courses as permanent offerings and consider new pilot courses for the 2025-2026 school year, including Math for Business and Economic UCONN ECE and Launch Pad to Advanced Math. Informational updates on Design and Technology Exp and Algebra courses are also on the agenda. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussions or information items.
- Discussion on adopting 2024-2025 pilot courses to permanent courses
- Proposal for new pilot course: Math for Business and Economic UCONN ECE for 2025-2026
- Proposal for new pilot course: Launch Pad to Advanced Math for 2025-2026
- Informational update on Design and Technology Exp course
- Informational update on Algebra 1 and Algebra Accelerated courses
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The board will hold public comment, approve minutes, hear student reports, recognize Model Citizen Awards, and receive a presentation on Roger Sherman Elementary's Thinking Classroom. Action items include accepting the Finance Committee report, approving food and beverage exemptions, a healthy food certification statement, annual authorization for line item budget transfers, and acting on personnel appointments and resignations after an executive session.
- Model Citizen Awards at Roger Sherman Elementary School
- Presentation on Roger Sherman Elementary's Thinking Classroom
- Finance Committee report acceptance
- Food and Beverage Exemptions action
- Annual Authorization for Line Item Budget Transfer
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will meet to discuss cafeteria, utility, and financial reports for February 2025 and review budget estimates for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Cafeteria report for February 2025
- Utility reports for fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar
- Financial reports and projections for February 2025
- 2025-2026 Budget Estimates
- Next meeting date
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The board will approve the 2025‑2026 budget estimates and accept the finance committee report. It will also approve the second reading of new textbook and digital content. An executive session will be held to discuss personnel changes, substitute teacher contract non‑renewals, and the elimination of three school counselor positions. Additional actions include approving appointments, resignations, and a contract for non‑certified supervisors.
- Approve 2025‑2026 budget estimates
- Second reading approval of new textbook/digital content
- Executive session on personnel changes and contract non‑renewals
- Approve appointments and resignations
- Approve elimination of three school counselor positions
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve a new pilot course for the 2025-2026 school year and student stipulated agreements. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and a report on a new intervention block.
- Approval of minutes from previous meetings
- New pilot course for 2025-2026 school year
- Student stipulated agreements
- Report on 'WIN-ning at Washington' intervention block
- Presentation from First Student regarding transportation
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Meriden Public Schools Finance Committee will review January financial reports, including cafeteria, utility, and general finance data. The primary action item is consideration and potential approval of the 2025-2026 budget estimates. Procedural items include setting the next meeting date and adjournment.
- Review of January cafeteria report
- Discussion of fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar utility reports
- Review of January financial summary and projections
- Action on 2025-2026 budget estimates
Curriculum Meeting 5:30 pm
The Meriden Public Schools Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed new pilot course: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of the course with accompanying documents, and adjournment.
- Discussion of a new pilot Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course for the 2025-2026 school year
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will consider and vote on the 2025-2026 budget estimates. They will also discuss a proposal for student residence verification services and accept the Finance Committee report. The meeting includes recognitions and student reports.
- Action on 2025-2026 Budget Estimates (vote)
- Student Residence Verification Services (proposed contract)
- Finance Committee Report (motion to accept)
- Executive session for personnel changes, student stipulated agreements, and security updates
- Student representatives report on school activities
Finance Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Finance Committee will discuss cafeteria, utility, and financial reports for November and December 2024. It will consider a motion to recommend approval of the Student Residence Verification Services. It will also vote on a motion to recommend approval of the 2025‑2026 budget estimates to the Board of Education.
- Cafeteria Report – December 2024
- Cafeteria Report – November 2024
- Fuel oil, gas, electricity, and solar utility reports – December and November 2024
- Motion to recommend approval of Student Residence Verification Services
- Motion to recommend approval of 2025‑2026 budget estimates
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will approve minutes from previous meetings and vote on contracts for the Meriden Administrators' Association and the Meriden Federation of Family-School Liaisons. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss personnel changes and confidential student matters.
- Approval of minutes from January 7, 14, and 17, 2025
- Action on Meriden Administrators' Association contract
- Action on Meriden Federation of Family-School Liaisons contract
- Action on appointments and resignations
- Executive session to discuss confidential personnel and student matters
Board of Education Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will meet at Nathan Hale Elementary School to approve policy revisions, second-reading textbook content, and a McKinney-Vento homeless assistance grant. The meeting will also include student reports, superintendent updates, and an executive session.
- Policy revisions - second reading (Budget Procedures, 504/ADA, Graduation Requirements, etc.)
- Textbook/Digital Content approval - second reading
- McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grant approval
- Executive Session: Personnel changes and student expulsions
- Student Representative reports from MHS and PHS