New Haven Public Schools public meetings in 2023
26 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Education Special Meeting
The Board of Education voted to approve education specification documents for an HVAC Grant and authorized the superintendent to sign related documents. The board also authorized the board president, superintendent, and First Student to complete the 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate program certification. Both motions passed unanimously.
- HVAC Grant: approval of education specification documents and authorization for superintendent to sign related paperwork
- Clean School Bus Rebate Program: authorization for board president, superintendent, and First Student to complete 2023 rebate certification
The Board of Education approved education specification documents for an HVAC grant. The board also authorized the superintendent and First Student to apply for the 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate program.
- Approved HVAC Grant education specification documents and authorized superintendent to sign related paperwork (5-0)
- Authorized board president, superintendent, and First Student to complete 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate program certification and application (5-0)
Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting
The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved the minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting and discussed adult education updates and committee membership. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn at 5:23 p.m.
- Approved minutes from November 9, 2023
- Discussed adult education updates
- Discussed committee membership
- Adjourned at 5:23 p.m.
The committee approved the minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on various facility projects, including HVAC grant applications and roof replacements, but no further formal actions were taken.
- Approved Minutes of November 9, 2023 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Education Special Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education approved meeting minutes, committee calendars, and personnel reports. The board also approved multiple agreements and amendments for school programs, including manufacturing equipment, tutoring, and after-school activities.
- Approval of Head Start Grant Application
- Agreement with Trident Machine Tools for $607,801
- Agreement with Boundless Literacy for $175,000
- Amendment to SCSU agreement for $14,240
- Amendment to Gateway Community College agreement for $28,000
The Board of Education approved the district's Head Start Grant Application and granted the superintendent authority to fill exempt administrator vacancies until January 8, 2024. The board also approved several financial agreements and the 2024-2025 committee meeting calendar.
- Approved Head Start Grant Application and authorized board president to sign attestation
- Granted superintendent approval to hire all exempt administrator staff until January 8, 2024
- Approved 3 Abstracts, 12 Agreements, 3 Purchase Orders, 1 Contract, and 1 Change Order as amended
- Approved 2024/2025 Committee Meeting Calendar with amendment to Governance Committee meeting times
- Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report
- Approved revised Board Meeting minutes for November 13, 2023
- Approved revised Board Meeting minutes for November 27, 2023
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee met to review agreements for after-school programs and staff training. The committee is set to recommend approval of several agreements and amendments for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Agreement with mActivity for $19,500 for homeless student wellness workshops
- Agreement with The Kidz Kraze for $13,000 for after-school programming at Nathan Hale School
- Agreement with EdAdvance for $50,000 for staff training on attendance
- Amendment to Agreement with SPORT Academy EST 2013 Inc to increase funding to $70,360
- Amendment to Agreement with Eli Whitney Museum to increase funding to $86,940
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee reviewed and approved agreements for after-school programs, facility maintenance, and equipment purchases. The meeting included amendments to existing contracts and the award of a new contract for utility services.
- Agreement with Trident Machine Tools for manufacturing equipment at Hillhouse and Cross High Schools ($607,801)
- Agreement with Boundless Literacy for reading tutors ($175,000)
- Agreement with SPORTS Construction for bleachers at Fair Haven School ($132,527.23)
- Agreement with Yale University for student data sharing ($0)
- Agreement with Utilit for utility services ($0)
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education approved a School Resource Officer (SRO) Memorandum of Understanding with the New Haven Police Department after discussing it in executive session. They also approved multiple grants and contracts, including a $1.79 million Infant/Toddler grant and agreements for infant/toddler childcare spaces totaling over $1.9 million. All action items and abstracts were passed unanimously or with abstentions.
- Approved SRO MOU with New Haven Police Department (terms discussed in executive session)
- Accepted ARPA Right to Read Grant for $859,000 for literacy training in four turnaround schools
- Accepted Infant/Toddler Grant of $1,789,847 for full-time and wraparound childcare
- Approved agreements for infant/toddler spaces with Friends Center for Children ($502,622.90), Lulac Head Start ($892,750.48), Montessori on Edgewood ($294,152.23), and Morning Glory Early Learning Center ($235,321.79)
- Approved agreement with Svigals Partners for architectural design of rooftop classroom addition at Sound School ($94,000)
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Resource Officers and authorized the Board President to execute the agreement. The Board also approved personnel reports and various finance and operations contracts. Superintendent Dr. Negrón reported on flooding at the Adult Ed facility.
- Approved SRO MOU with New Haven Police Department (5-1, 1 abstain)
- Approved revised Board Meeting minutes for October 23, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved revised Board Meeting minutes for October 31, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report as amended (6-0)
- Approved 3 abstracts, 10 agreements, 5 contracts, 18 amendments, 3 purchase orders, and 5 additional agreements from a special meeting (6-0)
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing a grant from the Connecticut State Office of Early Childhood and several related service agreements. These items provide full-time and wraparound care for infants and toddlers from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024.
- Infant/Toddler Grant from CT State Office of Early Childhood for $1,789,847.00
- Agreement with Lulac Head Start not to exceed $892,750.48
- Agreement with Friends Center for Children not to exceed $502,622.90
- Agreement with Montessori on Edgewood not to exceed $294,152.23
- Agreement with Morning Glory Early Learning Center not to exceed $235,321.79
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee will review agreements for after-school programs, STEM education, and facility design, along with amendments to existing contracts and grant applications for literacy and school improvement.
- Agreement with Svigals Partners for Sound School rooftop addition design ($94,000)
- Amendment to LED lighting replacement plan for four schools ($819,488.24)
- Agreement with Boundless Literacy for phonological awareness program ($175,000)
- Agreement with Boys and Girls Club for extended school hours ($130,240)
- ARPA Right to Read Grant application for literacy staff training ($859,000)
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education will vote on approving agreements for school maintenance, tutoring, and attendance programs, as well as grant applications for clean school buses.
- Approval of 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate Program application
- Agreement with Trifecta Ecosystems for John Martinez School aquaponic system ($30,870)
- Agreement with Curriculum Associates for i-Ready professional development ($208,000)
- Agreement with Friends Center for Children for 60 full-day spaces ($46,760)
- Agreement with Christian Community Action for homeless student services ($30,000)
Special - Citywide School Building and Stewardship Committee Meeting
The Citywide School Building and Stewardship Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the November stewardship report and an adult education update, along with approving previous meeting minutes and addressing committee membership. No fiscal impact or budgeted items are noted.
- Approval of September 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes
- Discussion of the November Stewardship Report by Mr. Frank Fanelli
- Update on Adult Education
- Discussion of committee membership
The committee approved the minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting. Members received a stewardship report detailing ongoing HVAC, roofing, and pool repairs across multiple schools. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved September 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee’s special meeting will review a series of information‑only agreements for STEM, early‑care, after‑school and support programs, as well as two purchase orders and two grant abstracts. The agenda highlights a Title IIA grant of $861,843 and a School Improvement Grant of $260,000. Additional service agreements include a $208,000 curriculum development contract and other program contracts.
- Title IIA Grant – $861,843 for public and non‑public schools (Oct 1 2023 – June 30 2024)
- School Improvement Grant – $260,000 for Wexler‑Grant School (July 1 2023 – June 30 2024)
- Purchase Order – Coastal Skiff 212 with trailer for Sound School, $17,900
- Purchase Order – Tree removal and stump grinding at Worthington Hooker School, $19,900
- Agreement with Curriculum Associates, LLC for i‑Ready professional development, $208,000
Board of Education Special Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education will discuss and vote on resolutions related to an HVAC Indoor Air Quality Grant Program for public schools. The meeting will also include an executive session regarding collective bargaining and a return to public session to discuss matters from that session.
- Vote on HVAC Indoor Air Quality Grant Program resolutions
- Executive session on collective bargaining (AFSCME Local 3429)
- Return to public session to discuss executive session matters
Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education will discuss and vote on action items including minutes, a personnel report, and a memorandum of understanding to use a school gym as a warming shelter. They will consider grants totaling over $12M, such as a $11.5M Title I grant and a $450K family resource center grant. Multiple agreements, contracts, and purchase orders are also up for approval, including a $1.76M agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School.
- Strong School Warming Center MOU with City of New Haven for shelter at 130 Orchard Street
- Family Resource Center Grant $450,516 for Brennan Rogers, Fair Haven, Hill Central, and Wexler-Grant schools
- Title I Consolidated Grant $11,488,745 for public and non-public schools
- Agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School $1,758,206
- Contract with Fresh Point for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program $161,000
The Board of Education approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to use a portion of 130 Orchard St as a warming shelter for people experiencing homelessness. The agreement includes a requirement for a CT certified security guard to be present outside the building from 6-8am and 4-8pm. The shelter will be operated by Upon this Rock Ministries.
- Approved MOU for warming shelter at 130 Orchard St (6-2)
- Approved amendment to require CT certified security guard at 130 Orchard St (4-3)
- Approved Superintendent Personnel Report (8-1)
- Approved 2 abstracts, 5 agreements, 4 contracts, and 2 purchase orders (7-1)
- Approved Board Meeting Minutes for September 26, 2023 (8-0)
- Approved Board Meeting Minutes for October 10, 2023 (6-0)
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee is discussing and recommending approval of multiple grants, agreements, purchase orders, and contracts. Key items include a $11.4 million Title I grant, a $1.76 million agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School, and numerous other service contracts. The committee will also receive a monthly financial report and consider policy updates.
- Title I Consolidated Grant: $11,488,745 for public and non-public schools
- Agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School: $1,758,206
- Agreement with Teach For America for 60 tutors at three schools: $180,000
- Contract with Fresh Point for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program: $161,000
- MOU with City of New Haven to use 130 Orchard Street gym as a warming shelter (non-financial)
Board of Education Special Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education is meeting to discuss the roles and expectations of the board and superintendent, along with best practices for communication. The meeting includes a closed executive session to discuss the performance and evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Madeline Negron.
- Discussion of board and superintendent roles and expectations
- Review of superintendent performance objectives
- Executive session to discuss Dr. Madeline Negron's performance
- Meeting held via Zoom/Hybrid at Barack H. Obama Magnet University
Board of Education Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education will vote on approving minutes, personnel reports, and several financial agreements including solar canopies at Hill Central and Beecher Schools. The meeting also includes the approval of multiple state and federal grants totaling over $5.3 million.
- Approval of September 26 and 28 BOE minutes
- Solar canopy agreements with Greenskies Clean Energy
- Title III English Language Acquisition Grant ($532,050)
- Priority School District Grant ($4,412,124)
- Hillhouse High School college preparatory program agreement
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing several contracts, purchase orders, and grant abstracts. Key items include facility repairs, educational service agreements, and the installation of solar parking canopies.
- Contract with Tucker Mechanical to replace Beecher School Air Cooled Chiller Unit for $670,456.00
- Non-financial agreement with Greenskies Clean Energy for solar parking canopies at Hill Central and Beecher Schools
- Purchase order with Sports Construction of CT LLC for Floyd Little Athletics Center track repairs for $98,903.32
- Alliance District Grant in the amount of $22,531,420.00
- Priority School District Grant in the amount of $4,412,124.00
Board of Education Special Meeting
The New Haven Board of Education will discuss a report from the Finance and Operations Committee and vote on two purchase orders for computer equipment and a grant for career and technical education programs.
- Purchase up to $432,880 for computer servers from Advanced Office Systems
- Purchase up to $17,250 for cloud archive subscriptions from Total Communications LLC
- Approval of $41,115 Perkins grant for CTE Agriculture/Aquaculture Sciences
- Discussion of Finance and Operations Committee report
- Meeting held via Zoom
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The New Haven Public Schools Finance & Operations Committee will review three proposals to recommend to the Board of Education for approval. The items include a $41,115.00 state grant to fund career and technical education in agriculture and aquaculture sciences, alongside two technology purchase orders totaling over $449,000 from ARP ESSER III carryover funds. If approved by the Board, the district will expand agricultural training programs and upgrade its data storage and server infrastructure through June 2024.
- $41,115.00 Perkins Supplemental Enhancement Grant for CTE Agriculture/Aquaculture Sciences programs through September 30, 2023
- Up to $17,250.00 purchase order with Total Communications LLC for Cohesity Cloud Archive add-on subscriptions (1TB) through June 30, 2024
- Up to $432,880.00 purchase order with Advanced Office Systems for custom PowerEdge R550 Intel Gold 5315Y equipment through June 30, 2024
- Committee recommends all items for Board of Education review and approval
Board of Education special Meeting
The Board of Education is meeting to vote on personnel reports and various service agreements for psychological evaluations, professional development, and student programs. The body will also review purchase orders for security repairs and kitchen refrigeration services.
- Agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development not to exceed $325,000.00
- Contract with Reliable Refrigeration Plus, Inc. for kitchen repairs not to exceed $210,000.00
- Agreement with Bilingual Special Education Services of Connecticut for evaluations not to exceed $89,000.00
- Agreement with The Justice Education Center, Inc. for Hillhouse High School pre-apprentice program not to exceed $60,000.00
- Purchase order with Utility Communications for security system repairs not to exceed $43,301.16
Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting
The committee is reviewing several agreements for student services, professional development, and facility repairs. The meeting includes discussions on financial reports and updates to data protection and security policies.
- Agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development not to exceed $325,000.00
- Contract with Reliable Refrigeration Plus, Inc. for kitchen repairs not to exceed $210,000.00
- Grant of $312,664.00 for ARP ESSER Homeless Children & Youth II services
- Agreement with Bilingual Special Education Services of Connecticut for evaluations up to $89,000.00
- Revenue agreement with Westville Seafood LLC for concessions at Floyd Little Athletic Center up to $16,000.00
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee will review and approve multiple agreements for mental health services, EMT training, and academic support. The total value of the agreements is over $1.1 million.
- Agreement with Yale New Haven Health Center for EMT training ($73,840)
- Agreement with Clifford Beers Guidance Clinic for mental health support ($324,293)
- Agreement with TaJu Educational Solutions for dual language program support ($30,000)
- Agreement with Elizabeth Celotto Child Care Center for parent services ($55,000)
- Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Read 180 reading intervention ($215,324)
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee will review purchase orders for convocation equipment and numerous agreements, many using federal carryover funds. Major items include the ACES ASPIRE program ($1,468,775) and Urban Youth program ($1,468,775) for at-risk students, plus a $550,000 Gateway to College program for dropouts. Several contracts cover trauma-informed counseling, special education, and college access services.
- Agreement with ACES for ASPIRE program serving 35 at-risk students ($1,468,775)
- Agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Program serving 35 at-risk students ($1,468,775)
- Agreement with CT State Community College Gateway for Gateway to College program ($550,000)
- Amendment #1 with Clifford W. Beers Guidance Clinic increasing funding by $12,000 to $269,400 for family event
- Agreement with Common Ground Charter School for special education services ($157,575)
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee will review agreements for medical services, mental health support, and a data center upgrade. The meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2023.
- Agreement with Lumen Touch LLC for school health clinic data management ($30,775)
- Agreement with Total Communications for Wide Area Network infrastructure upgrade ($1,499,999.92)
- Agreement with Cornell Scott Hill Health Center for school health center staff ($410,400)
- Agreement with Adriana International Inc. for athletic training services ($60,000)
- Agreement with Public Good, LLC. for Head Start recruitment campaign ($47,575)
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee will review and approve contracts for school health centers, special education transportation, and facility maintenance, along with bond funding for specific schools.
- Agreement with Yale New Haven Hospital for school health centers at Mauro-Sheridan, Troup, Barnard, and Hillhouse schools (up to $372,289)
- Agreement with ACES for special education transportation (up to $900,000)
- Bond funding of $295,500 for Wexler Grant School and $299,938.14 for Hillhouse High School
- Agreement with Gateway Partners for a commercial lease at 54 Meadow Street (up to $23,751.11)
- Purchase order for elevator services at multiple schools (up to $190,000)
Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance & Operations Committee reviewed and approved agreements for school-based health services, summer programs, and student support, along with grant applications for extended school hours and health centers.
- Agreement with Cornell Scott Hill Health Center for $150,000
- Agreement with Boys and Girls Club for summer programs ($35,000)
- Agreement with Yale-China Association for Chinese teaching ($12,500)
- Agreement with McPherson & Jacobson for superintendent search ($431.63)
- School Based Health Center Grant application for $1,344,594