New Haven Public Schools public meetings in 2025

NOTICE of Special Board of Education Meeting Agenda

The New Haven Board of Education voted to close New Haven Public Schools on Friday, January 2, 2026, with a return scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026. The meeting was conducted via Zoom.

• Vote to close New Haven Public Schools on Friday, January 2, 2026
• Return to school scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026
• Meeting held via Zoom
• Motion passed by Dr Edward Joyner, seconded by Dr Abie Benitez

The Board voted to close New Haven Public Schools on Friday, January 2, 2026 and to reopen them on Monday, January 5, 2026. The motion passed with all six members voting yes. A separate motion to adjourn the meeting also passed unanimously.

• Approved temporary closure of New Haven Public Schools Jan 2‑4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet via Zoom on December 17, 2025, to discuss Artificial Intelligence. The agenda includes a review of an AI pilot and a Google AI Learning Series, followed by a general discussion on how AI is being used in the district.

• Review of AI pilot and Google AI Learning Series
• Discussion on AI usage in New Haven Public Schools
• Committee chairs to share final thoughts

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will meet to discuss several building and facility items. Action items include approving minutes from November 13. Discussion items include a December stewardship report from ABM, an update on Adult Ed construction, the Parks Department strategic plan, and a request for Dedrone drone-detection equipment at Sound School.

• Approval of CSBS minutes from November 13, 2025
• December Stewardship Report from ABM (facilities maintenance)
• Adult Ed Construction Update
• Parks Dept Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Dedrone Equipment at Sound School

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to discuss updates on food gaps, allergy policies, and sustainable food initiatives. The agenda includes a review of the Share Table Policy and a procedural motion to adjourn.

• Food Service Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update
• Share Table Policy Update

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing several action items including energy efficiency retrofits, solar canopy construction, and various equipment replacements. The meeting includes discussions on heating boiler replacements at multiple schools and fire alarm system updates.

• $200,000 School Improvement Grant for Roberto Clemente School
• LED lighting retrofits at Beecher, Davis St, and Conte West Hills Schools via United Illuminating Company
• Solar parking canopies at Clemente School and Career High School with Greenskies Clean Energy
• Fire alarm system device replacement at Hill Regional Career High School up to $51,656.60
• Boiler replacements at Clinton Ave School ($138,955.30) and Celentano School (up to $185,002.00)

The board approved routine administrative items, a utility contract for LED lighting retrofits at three schools, multiple safety and technology purchase orders, and tabled a data sharing agreement with Varsity Tutors. Public comments focused on teacher compensation and class sizes, but the board took no action on those topics during this meeting. These approvals fund facility upgrades that improve school environments and maintain district operations while delaying a student data partnership pending further review.

• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Superintendent personnel report for Dr. Madeline Negrón (8-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 Board committee meeting schedule (8-0)
• Approved Finance & Operations package of contracts, purchase orders, and change orders (8-0)
• Approved LED lighting retrofit agreement with United Illuminating Company for three schools (7-1, Downer abstained)
• Tabled Varsity Tutors data sharing agreement (8-0)

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold a first reading of Policy 5131.911 on bullying. The committee will also receive an update on the Share Table Policy. Remaining items are procedural, including call to order and adjournment.

• First reading of Policy 5131.911 Bullying Policy
• Update on Share Table Policy

The Governance Committee held a regular meeting to review policy updates and discuss food safety concerns. No formal votes were taken on the items presented.

• Reviewed updated Bullying Policy language (first reading)
• Discussed replacing Bullying Reporting form with Challenging Behavior Form
• Discussed Share Table Policy and food safety standards
• Discussed allergy and diabetes concerns regarding food sharing
• Requested more clarity on policy text from Mr. Baron Young
• Decided to send Share Table Policy back to the Food Task Committee
• Meeting adjourned without a recorded vote

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing multiple contracts, purchase orders, and agreements, including a 20-year solar canopy project at Clemente and Career High Schools. The committee will also consider several boiler replacements, fire alarm upgrades, and door/bathroom repair contracts totaling over $1 million. Items include information-only reports, amendments, and action items recommended for Board approval.

• Agreement with Greenskies Clean Energy for solar parking canopies at Clemente and Career High Schools (2027-2047, revenue-generating)
• Award of contract with Avaz Caulking LLC for door repairs across schools, up to $400,000
• Purchase orders for boiler replacements at Clinton Ave ($138,955), Conte ($134,319), and Celentano ($185,002)
• Fire alarm device replacements at Career High ($51,656) and Hillhouse ($59,827)
• Data sharing agreement with Varsity Tutors for online learning at East Rock and Hill Central schools

The committee recommended approval of several financial items including energy efficiency incentives and solar parking canopies. Members also voted to send the Data Sharing Policy to the Governance Committee.

• Recommended United Illuminating agreement for LED lighting retrofits (2-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended Greenskies Clean Energy agreement for solar parking canopies (3-0)
• Recommended 1 Abstract, 6 Purchase Orders, 2 Contracts, and 3 Change Orders (3-0)
• Sent Data Sharing Policy 3520.12(a) to the Governance Committee (3-0)

CANCELLED Governance Committee Regular Meeting

This New Haven Public Schools Governance Committee regular meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; originally would have included a Share Table Policy Update (first reading)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board will vote on approval of previous meeting minutes, a personnel report, and a slate of financial items including grants, agreements, purchase orders, and change orders. Notable items include a $2.97 million federal magnet school grant, two school improvement grants, a lease agreement, and several facility upgrades.

• Approval of Magnet School Assistance Program Grant ($2,965,506) from U.S. Department of Education
• Approval of School Improvement Grant for Hillhouse ($304,000) from Connecticut State Department of Education
• Approval of School Improvement Grant for Lincoln Bassett Program ($200,000) from Connecticut State Department of Education
• Lease agreement with Gateway Partners for 1,733 sq ft at 54 Meadow St ($28,738.84)
• Purchase order for metal detector equipment at BRADA High School ($14,883)

The Board of Education approved the November 10 meeting minutes and the Superintendent Personnel Report. Additionally, the Board approved several financial documents including abstracts, agreements, amendments, purchase orders, and a change order as recommended by the Finance & Operations Committee.

• Approved November 10, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved Finance & Operations Committee recommendations (7-0)
• Entered executive session regarding collective bargaining negotiations (7-0)

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to share information and discuss strategies for promoting a positive culture and climate within New Haven Public Schools. The body will also discuss the definition of academic freedom in the district.

• Discussion of Culture and Climate Strategies
• Discussion of draft policy regarding Academic Freedom

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review several agreements, purchase orders, and grants, including a $2,965,506 Magnet School Assistance Program grant. It will also consider HVAC control system upgrades at multiple schools, a lease for office space, and fencing repairs. The committee will discuss the October 2025 financial report and a budget mitigation update.

• $2,965,506 Magnet School Assistance Program grant (year 2 of 5)
• $77,039.68 HVAC control system upgrade at BRADA school
• $84,690 Cisco Umbrella renewal for cybersecurity
• $28,738.84 lease of 1,733 sq ft at 54 Meadow St
• $60,000 change order for on-call fencing services

The Committee unanimously recommended approval for four grant abstracts, one lease agreement, two amendments, three purchase orders, and one change order. Members also discussed the October 2025 financial report and a proposal for school bus electrification from Green Bank.

• Recommended approval of 4 grant abstracts including $2.96M for Magnet School Assistance (3-0)
• Recommended approval of lease for 1,733 sq ft at 54 Meadow St for $28,738.84 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2 amendments, including a $112,500 funding decrease for CREC Teacher Residency (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 3 purchase orders including HVAC upgrades at BRADA and Wexler Grant School (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $10,000 increase for Guilford Fence Works on-call services (3-0)

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting and adjourned the session.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 minutes
• Adjournment of the meeting

The committee approved the October 9, 2025, meeting minutes. ABM reported on upcoming exterior lighting repairs, HVAC installations, and boiler projects across several schools. A report noted a budget gap in facilities spending compared to national averages.

• Approved October 9, 2025, meeting minutes (6-0)

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will receive updates on food service operations, food gap subgroups, food allergy policy, and a sustainable food initiative. All items are discussions; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Update on Food Gap Subgroups addressing food gaps in the district
• Update on Food Allergy Policy
• Update on Sustainable Food Initiative to expand local food access and reduce waste
• Presentation on food service operations (Item 2.1)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education approved several action items including minutes, personnel report, and finance/operations items. Key approvals include an amendment extending a $2,061,000 HVAC contract with Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating to June 30, 2026, and a purchase order for boiler replacement at John Daniels School not to exceed $98,229. A presentation on student engagement and attendance was also given.

• Amendment #1 with Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating extends end date to June 30, 2026, no funding change, $2,061,000
• Purchase order with Air Temp Mechanical Services for boiler replacement at John Daniels School, not to exceed $98,229
• Purchase order with SHI International for Securly licenses for digital monitoring, $18,250
• Presentation on student engagement and attendance by Dr. Gemma Joseph Lumpkin and Principal Matthew Brown
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2025, and personnel report

The Board of Education approved the meeting minutes from October 27, 2025, and the Superintendent's personnel report. Additionally, the board approved a Finance and Operations Committee recommendation regarding one amendment and one purchase order.

• Approved October 27, 2025, meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent Personnel report (9-0)
• Approved Finance and Operations Committee recommendation for one amendment and one purchase order (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

NOTICE of Special Board of Education Meeting Agenda

The New Haven Board of Education authorized grant applications for roof projects at Truman School, James Hillhouse High School, and Wilbur Cross High School. The board also approved education specifications for all three schools. All motions passed, mostly unanimously.

• Authorization to submit roof grant application for Truman School (passed)
• Authorization to submit roof grant application for James Hillhouse High School (passed)
• Authorization to submit roof grant application for Wilbur Cross High School (passed)
• Approval of education specifications for Truman School (passed)
• Approval of education specifications for James Hillhouse High School and Wilbur Cross High School (passed)

The New Haven Board of Education approved grant applications for roof repairs at Truman School, James Hillhouse High School, and Wilbur Cross High School. The board also approved the education specifications for each school. All motions passed with unanimous or near-unanimous support. These approvals allow the district to pursue state funding for facility maintenance.

• Authorized grant application for Truman School roof project (4-0)
• Approved education specifications for Truman School (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for James Hillhouse High School roof project (4-0)
• Approved education specifications for James Hillhouse High School (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for Wilbur Cross High School roof project (5-0)
• Approved education specifications for Wilbur Cross High School (5-0)

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will discuss budget mitigation strategies and a funding gap for facilities. The agenda includes approving boiler replacements at John Daniels School and an HVAC project extension for Sav-Mor Cooling.

• Approve boiler replacement at John Daniels School (up to $98,229)
• Extend HVAC project with Sav-Mor Cooling to June 30, 2026 ($2,061,000)
• Discuss FY25-26 budget mitigation and facilities funding gap
• Review data sharing policy changes (Policy 3520.13(a))

The committee recommended approval of one contract amendment and one new purchase order. Discussion included budget mitigation plans, landscaping evaluations, and a facilities funding gap analysis.

• Recommended Amendment #1 with Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating Inc. to extend end date to June 30, 2026 (2-0)
• Recommended Purchase Order for Air Temp Mechanical Services, Inc. for boiler replacement at John Daniels School (2-0)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will vote on several action items, including approval of the October 14 meeting minutes and the superintendent personnel report. Major funding decisions include a $28,314,805 Alliance District Grant and multiple contracts for snow removal, technology, and facility services. The board will also adopt several grant abstracts and agreements covering school improvement, bilingual programs, and after‑school services.

• Approval of the $28,314,805 Alliance District Grant for the 2025‑2026 school year
• Approval of a $300,000 School Improvement Grant for Troup School (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
• Award of snow‑removal contracts to Tim's Enterprise LLC (Zone 1) and Cheapscapes (Zone 2) and Concrete Creations (Zones 3‑5)
• Purchase order for 3,000 Lenovo Chromebooks up to $966,000 under the PEPPM contract
• Substitute ARPA agreement with Trifecta Ecosystems, Inc. for a shipping‑container farm up to $250,000

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and a $53,615 salary for Isaiah Walker, an itinerant PE teacher. It also approved multiple snow‑removal contracts, a $966,000 Chromebook purchase order, and a substitute ARPA agreement for a container farm. All motions passed, with two snow‑removal contracts receiving a 6‑1 vote.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $53,615 salary for Isaiah Walker, itinerant PE teacher (unanimous)
• Approved $120,000 Zone 1 snow removal contract with Tim's Enterprises LLC (6-1)
• Approved $120,000 Zone 2 snow removal contract with Cheapscapes LLC (6-1)
• Approved $120,000 each for Zones 3‑5 snow removal contracts with Concrete Creations LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $966,000 purchase order for 3,000 Lenovo Chromebooks (unanimous)
• Approved substitute ARPA agreement for High School container farm, up to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Finance & Operations Committee agreements, amendments and purchase orders (unanimous)

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Governance Committee will meet on October 23, 2025, to review the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting and hold a first reading of Policy 5144.12 regarding Restorative Practices Response in Student Discipline.

• Review of September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• First reading of Policy 5144.12: Restorative Practices Response in Student Discipline
• Meeting held via Zoom at 4:30 PM

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review and approve multiple agreements for IT support, legal services, and facility upgrades, as well as grant funding for various schools.

• Agreement with Kutak Rock for paraprofessional pension plan legal services (up to $50,000)
• Agreement with DePino, Nuñez, & Biggs for lobbying services (up to $50,000)
• Agreement with Trifecta Ecosystems for a shipping container farm at High School in the Community (up to $250,000)
• Agreement with Children's Community Program for the Pathways/Riverside Collaborative Program (up to $525,000)
• Alliance District Grant of $28,314,805 for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026

The committee reviewed several items including snow removal service contracts, grant abstracts, and purchase orders. No formal votes or motions were recorded during this meeting.

• Reviewed snow removal contracts for five zones
• Reviewed substitute agreement for shipping container farm at High School in the Community
• Reviewed data sharing agreement with YouScience
• Deferred Policy 3520.13(a) Data Sharing Policies to next meeting

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss personalized learning experiences for high school students in College and Career Pathways. The meeting includes a presentation on end-of-year data and a review of the pathways program.

• Review of personalized learning data for high school students
• Discussion of end-of-year data for College and Career Pathways
• Presentation on student navigation of college and career pathways

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved personnel reports, finance abstracts, and agreements for tutoring, software, and school repairs. The meeting included a public comment period and the approval of the September 22, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approval of $1.94M agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School
• Approval of $105,022.80 agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Approval of $439,050 amendment to All Pointe Home Care contract
• Approval of $75,000 Youth Service Prevention Program Grant
• Approval of $87,500 BioCity Pathway Grant

The Board approved the September 22 meeting minutes and the Superintendent's Personnel Report. Additionally, the Board approved several financial documents including abstracts, agreements, amendments, contracts, and purchase orders recommended by the Finance & Operations Committee.

• Approved September 22, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved Finance & Operations Committee recommendations (7-0)

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting and adjourned. The agenda included a discussion on the Adult Ed Construction Update and the October Stewardship Report.

• Approved minutes from September 11, 2025
• Discussed Adult Ed Construction Update
• Reviewed October Stewardship Report
• Voted to adjourn the meeting

The committee approved the September 11, 2025, meeting minutes. The October Stewardship Report detailed ongoing maintenance including control upgrades at Fair Haven and Worthington Hooker, hot water heater installations at Betsy Ross and Edgewood, and a boiler replacement at Ross Woodward. Upcoming work includes HVAC repairs at Clement and door repairs at Wilbur Cross and James Hillhouse. Additionally, the committee discussed building renovations for Adult Education, which involve a switch to helical piles with an anticipated completion date in fall 2026.

• Approved the minutes of September 11, 2025
• Adjourned the meeting

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to review updates on the Share Table Program, food gaps, and allergy policies. The group will also discuss the Sustainable Food Initiative and other business.

• Review of Food Service and Share Table Program updates
• Discussion on food gaps and allergy policies
• Update on Sustainable Food Initiative
• Public hearing on Other Business

The Food Service Task Force discussed the implementation of a share table program with a focus on student allergy safety. The committee also reviewed updates regarding the Sustainable Food Initiative, including the use of local corn and mushrooms, and discussed planning for a December food distribution prior to the winter break.

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review agreements for music therapy, athletic training, and software, along with purchase orders for HVAC repairs, roof work, and facility upgrades at multiple schools.

• Agreement with Mellany Gomez for music therapy at Riverside Education Academy (up to $40,985)
• Purchase orders for water heaters and roof repairs at Edgewood and Clemente Schools (up to $27,800)
• Agreement with Teach for America for tutoring at Lincoln Bassett School (up to $93,000)
• Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for educational software (up to $105,022.80)
• Purchase order for Google Workspace for Education Plus (up to $106,250)

The committee unanimously voted to recommend the approval of 3 abstracts, 3 agreements, 1 amendment, 7 purchase orders, and 2 contracts. These items include funding for charter school operations, facility repairs, and educational software. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Recommended approval of 16 action items including grants and contracts (3-0)
• Recommended $1.9M agreement for Elm City Montessori Charter School operations
• Recommended $106,250 purchase order for Google Workspace for Education Plus
• Recommended $150,000 contract for Eagle Rivet Roof Services Corp. on-call roofing
• Recommended $93,000 agreement with Teach for America for tutoring at Lincoln Bassett School
• Recommended $95,605 purchase order for a new boiler at Ross Woodward School
• Recommended $99,729.17 purchase order for stair tread replacement at Hill Regional Career High School
• Recommended $97,950 funding increase for All Pointe Home Care, LLC nursing services

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The Governance Committee will discuss the School Climate Policy, which is listed under Policies - Under Review. Other agenda items are procedural, including a call to order, other business, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are specified in the agenda.

• Review of the School Climate Policy (file attached)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education voted to approve minutes, a personnel report, and a large package of financial items including grants, contracts, and agreements. Key items include a $4,469,651 Priority School District grant, a $508,000 Troup School grant, a $446,650 cyber security contract, and a $150,000 judicial branch grant for after-school programming. Several other contracts and amendments were also approved.

• $4,469,651 Priority School District grant from CT State Department of Education
• $508,000 Commissioners Network Grant for Troup School for writing across curriculum
• $446,650 cyber security services agreement with SynackTek
• $129,850 MOU with City of New Haven for assistant corporation counsel
• $100,000 on-call electrical services contract with Pasquariello Electric

The Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 22, 2025. The session consisted of procedural actions and an extensive period for public participation regarding school conditions.

• Called meeting to order (Procedural)

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet on September 17, 2025, to review international field trips, discuss the 2025-2026 Fine Arts Department plan, and present the year's discussion topics. The meeting is scheduled via Zoom at 4:30 PM.

• Review and possibly approve international trips
• Discussion of the 2025-2026 Fine Arts Department Plan
• Presentation of the Teaching and Learning Committee topic calendar for the year
• Review of potential topics for the 2025-2026 school year
• Discussion on elevating fine arts programming

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider agreements for HVAC repairs at FAME and Obama Schools, cyber security services for the district, and a grant for extended school hours at Barack Obama School. The agenda also includes contracts for electrical and glass repair services and a legal services agreement with the City of New Haven.

• Agreement with SynackTek for cyber security services up to $446,650
• Contract with Sav-Mor Cooling for HVAC replacements at Edgewood and Lincoln Bassett Schools up to $2,061,000
• MOU with Judicial Branch for extended school hours at Barack Obama School ($75,000/year)
• Agreement with Connecticut State Community College for classroom space at Gateway Campus (No Cost)
• Amendment to grant agreement with CT Department of Public Health for School Based Health Center

The Finance & Operations Committee reviewed several information-only items, grant abstracts, and service agreements. Discussions included data sharing agreements and resolutions regarding state grant applications for completed and upcoming building projects.

• Approved $12,800 agreement with CREC for teacher training
• Approved $9,000 agreement with Monique Forsey for computer technical support
• Approved $42,626.20 purchase order for Ford 150 truck at Sound School
• Approved $31,000 purchase order for Google Chrome Education licenses
• Approved $8,145 purchase order for HVAC repair at FAME School
• Approved $6,008 purchase order for HVAC Chiller repair at Obama School
• Approved $25,000 contract with Cohens Key Shop for locksmith services
• Presented $508,000 Troup School Grant for Tier 1 Instruction

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved minutes and voted to recommend to the Finance & Operations Committee the filing of final grant applications for three completed school projects and the approval of funding for three roof replacements. The roof replacements at James Hillhouse High School ($8,781,957), Wilbur Cross High School ($7,596,679), and Truman School ($1,955,541) require city contributions totaling over $6 million.

• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025
• Final grant filing for Betsy Ross Project (State Project 093-0332)
• Final grant filing for New Helene Grant Project (State Project 093-0365)
• Final grant filing for Engineering & Science University Magnet School Project (State Project 093-0357)
• Roof replacement funding for Hillhouse High ($8.78M), Wilbur Cross High ($7.6M), and Truman School ($1.96M)

The committee approved the completion of three school building projects and recommended several high-cost roof replacement grant applications to the F&O Committee. These roofing projects include James Hillhouse High School, Wilbur Cross High School, and the Truman School.

• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted Betsy Ross Project as complete (6-0)
• Accepted New Helene Grant Project as complete (6-0)
• Accepted Engineering & Science University Magnet School Project as complete (6-0)
• Recommended James Hillhouse High School roof replacement grant ($8,781,957 total cost) to F&O Committee (6-0)
• Recommended Wilbur Cross High School roof replacement grant ($7,596,679 total cost) to F&O Committee (6-0)
• Recommended Truman School roof replacement grant ($1,955,541 total cost) to F&O Committee (6-0)

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to discuss updates on food gaps, allergy policies, and a sustainable food initiative. The meeting is procedural and includes a motion to adjourn.

• Food Service Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update
• Motion to Adjourn

The committee reviewed updates on after-school snack programs, food allergy policy implementation, and a food recycling initiative. The Food Gap Subgroup plans to meet soon to revamp program logistics and delivery options for families. Share tables were proposed as an agenda item for the next meeting.

• Food Gap Subgroup to meet to revamp program logistics and accessibility
• Share tables proposed for next meeting agenda

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will consider and vote on multiple contracts and agreements, including a $279,552 literacy tutoring program for three schools and a $38,000 data-sharing MOU. Other action items include approval of prior meeting minutes, a personnel report, and several purchase orders for services and repairs. The meeting also features public participation and a presentation on the Financial Scholars program.

• Approval of $279,552 Boundless Literacy tutoring contract for Clemente, Troup, and Lincoln Bassett schools
• Memorandum of Understanding with CT Rise Network Inc. for data sharing, $38,000
• Two speech-language contracts with Stephanie Gardner and Derlene Ortiz, each $100,555
• Purchase order for fire and burglar alarm monitoring, $81,031
• HVAC repairs at Lincoln Bassett School, $12,872

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider agreements for school HVAC repairs, facility maintenance, and educational programs, including a $279,552 contract for literacy tutoring and a $400,000 amendment for a school health center.

• Agreement with Boundless Literacy for $279,552 in tutoring services
• Amendment to Cornell-Scott Health Center agreement for $400,000
• Purchase orders for HVAC repairs at Lincoln Bassett, Obama, and Wilbur Cross High Schools
• Agreement with Julie Bossenberry for audiological services at $45,500
• Agreement with Laura Goldblum for social work supervision at $22,000

The Finance & Operations Committee voted unanimously to recommend the approval of three agreements, one amendment, two purchase orders, and one memorandum of understanding. Several discussion items regarding facilities funding, snow removal, and landscaping were presented without formal votes.

• Recommended 3 Agreements (3-1, 3-2, 3-3) for approval (3-0)
• Recommended 1 Amendment (4-1) for approval (3-0)
• Recommended 2 Purchase Orders (5-1, 5-2) for approval (3-0)
• Recommended 1 Memorandum of Understanding (6-1) for approval (3-0)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is meeting to vote on various personnel reports, operational contracts, and educational agreements. The body is reviewing multiple service contracts for health clinics, student mentoring, and facility planning.

• Agreement with Service Management Group LLC for part-time custodial services not to exceed $4,397,872.00
• Agreement with Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) for behavior management not to exceed $576,655.00
• Agreement with Advanced Office Systems Inc. for desktop support not to exceed $516,672.00
• Agreement with Perkins Eastman Architects, DPC. for facilities master planning not to exceed $99,000.00
• MOU with City of New Haven Health Department for a School Nurse salary ranging from $60,956.00 to $71,970.00

The Board approved several administrative items including previous meeting minutes and a personnel report. Significant actions included approving multiple service agreements, purchase orders, and construction project resolutions.

• Approved August 11, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved Executive Session for attorney-client privileged discussion (7-0)
• Approved 12 agreements, 2 MOUs, 4 contracts, and 2 purchase orders (7-0)
• Approved 7.01 Contract (6-1)
• Approved Central Registration Project completion resolution (7-0)
• Approved New Haven Academy Project completion resolution (7-0)

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider agreements for mental health services, HVAC repairs, and facilities planning. The meeting is held via Zoom on August 18, 2025.

• Agreement with Cornell-Scott Hill Health Center for $150,000 to establish a school-based health clinic
• Agreement with ACES for $576,655 for behavior management programming
• Agreement with Perkins Eastman Architects for $99,000 for facilities master planning
• Purchase Order for HVAC repairs at Wilbur Cross High School and Betsy Ross School
• Purchase Order for $70,988.39 to replace carpet at Career High School Auditorium

The committee reviewed several high-value agreements, including a $4.4M custodial services contract and a $576K behavior management program. Various purchase orders for school repairs and professional development agreements were also presented for consideration.

• Presented $4,397,872 agreement with Service Management Group LLC for part-time custodial services
• Presented $576,655 agreement with ACES for behavior management programming and support
• Presented $516,672 agreement with Advanced Office Systems Inc. for desktop support
• Presented $150,000 agreement with Cornell-Scott Hill Health Center for a school-based health and dental clinic
• Presented $145,000 agreement with RISE Network for Grade 9 mentors and coaching
• Presented $99,000 agreement with Perkins Eastman Architects, DPC. for facilities master planning
• Presented $400,000 contract with Total Environmental Restoration Solutions Inc. for environmental remediation
• Presented $105,000 and $95,000 landscaping contracts to Green Valley Landscaping LLC and Cheapscapes LLC

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee met to approve minutes and review stewardship reports. The committee passed resolutions to accept four specific school building projects as complete for filing with the State Department of Administrative Services.

• Acceptance of Central Registration Project (State Project 093-0366) as complete
• Acceptance of New Haven Academy Project (State Project 093-0364) as complete
• Acceptance of Satellite Kitchen Project (State Project 093-0346) as complete
• Acceptance of Strong School/Obama Project (State Project 093-0368) as complete
• Review of the August Stewardship Report - ABM

The Committee approved the filing of final grant applications and resolutions accepting four specific school building projects as complete. Members also reviewed a stewardship report regarding HVAC upgrades, mold prevention, and athletic field maintenance.

• Approved minutes from June 12, 2025
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2025
• Accepted Central Registration Project (State Project 093-0366) as complete
• Accepted New Haven Academy Project (State Project 093-0364) as complete
• Accepted Satellite Kitchen Project (State Project 093-0346) as complete
• Accepted Strong School/Obama Project (State Project 093-0368) as complete

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will discuss updates on food service operations, food gaps in the district, food allergy policy, and a sustainable food initiative focused on expanding locally grown food, reducing packaging waste, and increasing composting. All items are discussions only; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Sustainable Food Initiative Update: plan to expand locally grown, healthy, sustainable food and decrease waste
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates: addressing various food gaps in the district
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Food Service Update

The committee discussed preparations for the upcoming school year, including a staff cooking competition and food allergy policy communications. Members reviewed logistics for an August 16 food distribution event. No formal votes or policy changes were recorded.

• Discussed increase to 1,500 bags for August 16 food distribution
• Reviewed food service department preparations for the school year
• Discussed food allergy policy communication effectiveness
• Brainstormed future topics including taste testing and food quality

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved meeting minutes, a draft AI policy, and personnel reports. The board also approved multiple contracts and purchase orders totaling over $2.6 million for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Approval of AI Policy Draft
• Personnel Report - Dr. Madeline Negron
• Agreement with Quinnipiac University ($33,750)
• Agreement with ACES ($1,029,564)
• Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt ($319,725)

The Board of Education approved a new policy regarding the use of AI and the Superintendent Personnel Report. Members also approved a series of abstracts, agreements, and purchase orders for school operations, though three specific items were tabled.

• Approved The Use of AI Policy (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved 2 abstracts, 9 agreements, 2 contracts, and 5 purchase orders (7-0)
• Tabled agreement 5.04 and contracts 7.01 and 7.02 (7-0)
• Approved agreement 5.08 with Quinnipiac University (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review 17 information-only items, 2 grant abstracts, and 5 agreements requiring approval. The largest item is a $1,029,564 contract with ACES to support arts programs at Betsy Ross and Cooperative Arts Magnet schools. Other notable agreements include mental health services, trauma support, and various educational contracts.

• $1,029,564 ACES contract for arts program support and marketing at Betsy Ross and Cooperative Arts Magnet schools
• $116,921 agreement with Clifford W. Beers Guidance Clinic for mental health services to Head Start programs
• $73,125 feeding training program for staff working with students with feeding/swallowing challenges
• $50,000 on-call fence repair contract with Guilford Fence Works
• $353,020 Priority School District/Summer School grant for extended learning opportunities

The committee recommended approval of an agreement with Quinnipiac University for teaching interns. Several other contracts and purchase orders were presented for review, and one contract with Total Environmental Restoration Solutions, Inc. was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval of $33,750 agreement with Quinnipiac University for teaching interns
• Withdrew Contract #6.3 with Total Environmental Restoration Solutions, Inc.

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will consider approving minutes, personnel, multiple grants, and contracts at its July 28 regular meeting. Notable items include a $1.4 million Early Start CT grant for preschool classrooms at six schools, a $1.56 million ACES Urban Youth Elementary program for at-risk students, and a $200,000 Yale Child Study Center professional development contract. The board will also act on a $310,043 extended school hours grant and a no-cost MOU for school-based health centers.

• $1,401,518 Early Start CT grant for preschool at Hill Central, Nathan Hale, FAME, East Rock, and Lincoln-Bassett
• $1,558,220 agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary program for at-risk students
• $310,043 Extended School Hours Grant for K-12 after-school programs
• $200,000 agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development on child development
• $188,700 three-year contract with Securly for digital classroom management tool

The Board of Education approved several state grants for preschool and after-school programming. Members also authorized various service agreements for health, tutoring, and facility maintenance, and approved the Superintendent's personnel report.

• Approved Special Meeting Minutes of July 1, 2025
• Approved Board Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2025
• Approved property damage release 18381 for Conte West Hills School
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report
• Approved $1.4M Connecticut Early Start Grant for preschool classrooms
• Approved $310,043 Extended School Hours Grant for K-12 after school programs
• Approved $100,000 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant
• Approved package of 3 abstracts, 10 agreements, 1 amendment, 1 MOU, 3 contracts, and 3 purchase orders

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Governance Committee will convene on July 24, 2025, to review an AI policy and address other business. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Review AI Policy
• Other Business
• Motion to Adjourn

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing and expected to approve multiple contracts, grants, and purchase orders. Key items include a $1.56 million ACES program for at-risk elementary students, a $1.4 million Early Start grant for preschool classrooms, and several agreements for tutoring, assessment tools, and school maintenance. The committee will also consider purchase orders for chiller and air conditioning repairs at 11 schools.

• Agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary Program up to $1,558,220
• Connecticut Early Start Grant of $1,401,518 for preschool classrooms at five schools
• Agreement with RocketLit for science assessment tool up to $66,000
• Purchase order with NCS Pearson for behavior management software $48,600
• Purchase orders with Tucker Mechanical and CT Controls Corp. for chiller and AC service at multiple schools

The committee reviewed several grant abstracts and agreements for special education, language instruction, and school health services. Multiple purchase orders for facility repairs and equipment were presented, though one playground project was tabled.

• Approved $1.4M Early Start CT Grant for preschool classrooms
• Approved $1.56M agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary Program
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development
• Approved $188,700 agreement with Securly for digital learning tools
• Approved $113,000 agreement with RelayHub, LLC for Medicaid claiming services
• Approved $59,771.60 purchase order for fire alarm devices at Wilbur Cross High School
• Approved $52,533.61 HVAC control system upgrade at Worthington Hooker Middle School
• Tabled $105,400 purchase order for playground resurfacing at King Robinson

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will vote on approving meeting minutes, a personnel report, and entering executive session for attorney-client privileged discussion. After returning to public session, they rescinded a previous custodial bid award to Integrity Concepts and directed staff to readvertise. The board also approved numerous contracts including health services, HVAC maintenance, and software licenses, as well as a $61,036 Arabic Program grant.

• Rescinded award to Integrity Concepts (Service Master Elite) for part-time custodial services and directed readvertisement
• Approved SJ Services transition contract for part-time custodial management up to $1,470,441.60 (July–Sep 2025)
• Approved Yale-New Haven Hospital agreement for school health centers up to $367,289
• Approved Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center agreement for school health and dental services up to $400,400
• Approved Arabic Program grant of $61,036 from Qatar Foundation International for King-Robinson and Clemente schools

The Board of Education rescinded a previous custodial award to Integrity Concepts and directed staff to readvertise the bid. To maintain services during the transition, the Board approved a contract with SJ Services. Additionally, the Board approved a batch of 22 financial items including grants, agreements, and purchase orders.

• Rescinded custodial award to Integrity Concepts dba Service Master Elite Janitorial services
• Approved $1,470,441.60 agreement with SJ Services for transitional custodial management (7-1)
• Approved Superintendents Personnel Report
• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved $61,036.00 Arabic Program Grant from Qatar Foundation International, LLC
• Approved $400,400.00 agreement with Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center for school health services
• Approved $367,289.00 agreement with Yale-New Haven Hospital for school health services
• Approved $60,000.00 contract with Bordova outfitters for food service uniforms

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee met to approve the minutes from June 12, 2025, and discuss committee membership. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which passed.

• Approval of June 12, 2025 minutes
• Review of July Stewardship Report
• Discussion on committee membership

The committee reviewed the July Stewardship Report regarding fire panel replacements and HVAC upgrades. Updates were provided on the Adult Education and FLAC projects, which remain on schedule and within budget for the fall semester.

• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss updates regarding various food gaps within the district. The meeting also includes updates on a sustainable food initiative focused on local access, waste reduction, and composting.

• Food Gap Subgroup updates
• Food Allergy Policy update
• Sustainable Food Initiative update

The committee reviewed the summer feeding operation running from July 1 to August 15, 2025. Members discussed a hybrid food distribution approach to address the August meal gap and noted a potential 2027 impact from a bill cutting SNAP funding.

• Reviewed summer feeding operation (July 1 – August 15, 2025)
• Discussed hybrid food distribution for August meal gap
• Adjourned meeting

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider and likely vote on multiple agreements and purchase orders for the 2025-2026 school year, including a $1.47 million contract for custodial management transition, school health center services, and technology subscriptions. Items are presented for information or action by the committee.

• Agreement with SJ Services for custodial management transition, $1,470,441.60
• Agreements with three health centers (Cornell Scott, Fair Haven, Yale-New Haven) for school health services totaling $958,532
• Agreement with CT Controls for HVAC system monitoring and repair, $360,000
• Purchase order with Frontier for telecom network services, $300,000
• Grant for Arabic program at King-Robinson and Clemente schools, $61,036

The committee unanimously recommended the approval of one abstract, nine agreements, ten purchase orders, and three contracts. One purchase order for security software was tabled. No action was taken on data sharing policies.

• Recommended approval of 1 abstract, 9 agreements, 10 purchase orders, and 3 contracts (3-0)
• Approved $1.47M agreement with SJ Services for custodial management transition
• Approved $400,400 agreement with Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center for school health services
• Approved $367,289 agreement with Yale-New Haven Hospital for school health services
• Approved $360,000 agreement with CT Controls Corp. for HVAC Control systems
• Approved $350,000 contract with Tucker Mechanical for boiler repair
• Approved $61,036 Arabic Program Grant from Qatar Foundation International, LLC
• Tabled $131,250 purchase order with SynackTek dba 443 Technologies for security software

HYBRID AGENDA: Special Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education held a special meeting to consider the proposed FY26 budget. Following public comment, the board voted to approve the Superintendent's budget and mitigation plan, with a condition that a fiscal update be provided in September. One member abstained.

• Approval of proposed FY26 budget and mitigation plan (motion passed 6-0-1)
• Condition: Superintendent must provide a fiscal update at the September board meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker, up to 60 minutes total

The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's FY26 budget and mitigation plan. The approval is conditional on the Superintendent providing a fiscal update and recommendations at the second September meeting.

• Approved FY26 budget and mitigation plan (6-0, 1 abstention)

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Governance Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss creating a guidance document for the expulsion and suspension policy. The meeting includes a call to order and an opportunity for other business.

• Discussion of creating a guidance document for expulsion/suspension policy

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is voting on personnel reports, various grant abstracts, and service contracts. The board is also deciding to transfer jurisdiction of two school properties to the City of New Haven after declaring them surplus.

• Transfer of West Rock Stream Academy at 311 Valley Street to the City of New Haven
• Transfer of Quinnipiac Real World Math STEM School at 460 Lexington Avenue to the City of New Haven
• Custodial services contract with Integrity Concepts LLC not to exceed $5,868,495.31
• IDEA 611 Grant in the amount of $7,183,563.00
• New Haven Adult & Continuing Education Grant in the amount of $5,080,000.00

The Board of Education voted to declare two school properties surplus and transfer jurisdiction to the City of New Haven. The board also approved several custodial and facilities contracts and a series of grant abstracts. Numerous residents spoke in opposition to the proposed closure of Brennan Rogers School.

• Declared West Rock Stream Academy (311 Valley Street) surplus to school needs
• Declared Quinnipiac Real World Math STEM School (460 Lexington Avenue) surplus to school needs
• Approved $5,868,495.31 contract with Integrity Concepts for part-time custodial services
• Approved Renewal Agreement 6.17 with ABM for Facilities Management Services
• Approved Superintendents Personnel Report
• Approved meeting minutes from June 9 and June 13, 2025
• Approved 6 abstracts, 16 agreements, 1 amendment, 9 contracts, 2 purchase orders, and 2 amended resolutions

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss a draft Artificial Intelligence policy, review teacher demographic data, and consider recommendations for international student trips. The meeting is procedural and focused on committee updates.

• Review draft Artificial Intelligence policy
• Update on teacher demographic breakdown
• Recommend international trips for approval
• Supervisor Haxhi to recommend two field trips
• Assistant Superintendent Redd-Hannans to share draft AI Policy

Finance & Operations Committee Special Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will receive information on numerous service agreements, purchase orders, and grant awards. Highlights include a $7,183,563 IDEA 611 grant for special education, a $5,080,000 adult and continuing education grant, and several contracts for health, facilities, and equipment. The meeting is informational only; no formal votes are listed.

• IDEA 611 Grant – $7,183,563 for public and non‑public schools (July 1 2025 – June 30 2027)
• Adult & Continuing Education Grant – $5,080,000 for high‑school completion programs (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
• Agreement with LumenTouch, LLC for school‑based health clinic dental data management – up to $32,775 (Sept 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
• Award of contract with WB Mason for water dispenser rentals – up to $25,000 (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
• Amendment #1 to Purchase Order with Total Fence LLC for Sound School gate and fencing – up to $15,800

The committee reviewed several grant abstracts and service agreements for the 2025-2026 period, including health services, legal counsel, and facility management. No formal votes were recorded in the provided text, as items were presented for review and discussion.

• Presented $5.08M New Haven Adult & Continuing Education Grant
• Presented $7.18M IDEA 611 Grant
• Presented $1.34M School Health Center Grant
• Presented $1.72M 5-year agreement with Severin Intermediate Holdings, LLC for PowerSchool software
• Presented $1.99M renewal with ABM for facilities and custodial services
• Presented $942,609 agreement with Resource Lighting and Energy Inc. for LED upgrades
• Presented $200,000 agreement with Shipman & Goodwin for legal services
• Presented $433,170 corrected agreement with Diane Kacin (Center for Pediatric Therapy)

VIRTUAL AGENDA: Special Board of Education Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Special Board of Education met virtually on June 13, 2025. The board voted to approve an agreement with Integrity Concepts LLC dba Service Master Elite for part‑time custodial services from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, with a maximum cost of $5,868,495.31 funded from the 2025‑2026 operating budget. The meeting also included a personnel report and routine procedural actions.

• Approval of contract with Integrity Concepts LLC dba Service Master Elite for part‑time custodial services (up to $5,868,495.31)
• Funding source: 2025‑2026 Operating Budget Account #190-47400-56694
• Personnel report presented by Dr. Madeline Negrón
• Welcome and procedural opening
• Motion to adjourn passed

The Board of Education approved an agreement with Integrity Concepts LLC for part-time custodial services. The contract runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

• Approved agreement with Integrity Concepts LLC Inc. dba Service Master Elite Janitorial Services for part-time custodial services not to exceed $5,868,495.31 (5-0)

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved resolutions for the New Haven Public Schools Board of Education to apply for non-priority state grants to replace roofs at Truman, Wilbur Cross, and James Hillhouse High Schools. The committee also approved the retirement and transfer of jurisdiction for two former school properties, West Rock Stream Academy and Quinnipiac Real World Math Stem School.

• Approval of roof replacement grants for Truman, Wilbur Cross, and James Hillhouse High Schools
• Transfer of West Rock Stream Academy property to the City of New Haven
• Transfer of Quinnipiac Real World Math Stem School property to the City of New Haven
• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting
• Cross/East Rock Sports Complex update presented

The committee approved applications for non-priority grants from the CTDAS/OSCGR to replace roofs at three schools. It also approved the retirement and surplusing of two school properties to the City of New Haven. Staff provided updates on HVAC, boiler, and pool maintenance projects.

• Approved roof replacement grant for Truman School (6-0)
• Approved roof replacement grant for Wilbur Cross High School (6-0)
• Approved roof replacement grant for James Hillhouse High School (6-0)
• Approved retirement and surplusing of 311 Valley Street/West Rock Stream Academy to the City of New Haven (6-0)
• Approved retirement and surplusing of 460 Lexington Avenue/Quinnipiac Real World Math Stem School to the City of New Haven (6-0)
• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will receive updates on district food service operations, food gap subgroups, food allergy policy, and the sustainable food initiative. The sustainable food update covers plans to expand access to locally grown food, reduce packaging waste, and increase food donation and composting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Food Service Update (discussion)
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates on addressing district food gaps (discussion)
• Food Allergy Policy Update (discussion)
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update: plan for locally grown food, less waste, food donation, and composting (discussion)
• Other Business (if any)

The committee received updates on summer feeding program readiness and the allocation of over $345,000 for the city's food assistance program. Staff are working to identify members to update the food allergy policy, which was last revised in 2017. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will vote on several routine items, including approval of the May 27 meeting minutes, the superintendent's personnel report, the revised 2025‑2026 ten‑month calendar, and the Cellular Phones/Electronic Communication Devices policy. The board will also consider a series of contracts and purchase orders, highlighted by a $3,500,000 contract with Thurston Foods to supply the Child Nutrition Program for the 2025‑2026 school year.

• Approve minutes from the May 27, 2025 board meeting
• Approve Dr. Madeline Negron's superintendent personnel report
• Approve the revised 2025‑2026 10‑month school calendar
• Approve Policy 5131.81 Cellular Phones/Electronic Communication Devices
• Award $3,500,000 contract to Thurston Foods Inc. for school food services

The Board of Education approved a new cellular phones and electronic communication devices policy and the revised 10-month calendar for 2025-2026. Members also approved the Superintendent's Personnel Report and several financial contracts. Numerous residents and staff spoke during public participation regarding proposed layoffs of student-facing positions.

• Approved Policy 5131.81 Cellular Phones/Electronic Communication Devices (9-0)
• Approved revised 2025-2026 10 Month Calendar (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (9-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved 1 Abstract, 1 Agreement, 15 Contracts, and 1 Purchase Order (9-0)
• Approved $550,000 agreement with CT State Community College, Gateway Campus (9-0)
• Approved $171,568.29 purchase order for Frontline Technologies Group (9-0)
• Approved $185,000 contract with JTM Provisions Company (9-0)

Governance Committee Special Meeting

The Governance Committee is holding a special meeting with the primary agenda item being a review of Policy 5114 on suspension and expulsion, which has been tabled for future discussion. No other substantive business is scheduled beyond procedural items.

• Policy 5114 Suspension/Expulsion — tabled for now, will review and update soon

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider agreements for food products and services for the Child Nutrition Program, including a $3.5 million contract with Thurston Foods and a $2.5 million contract with TRIO Community Meals. The meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2025, at 4:30 PM via Zoom.

• Award of contract to Thurston Foods Inc. (up to $3,500,000)
• Award of contract to TRIO Community Meals (up to $2,500,000)
• Award of contract to Guida's Seibert Dairy Co. (up to $650,000)
• Award of contract to Carbonella & Desarbo (up to $900,000)
• Agreement with Excel Academy, LLC for CNA training (up to $18,570)

The Finance & Operations Committee unanimously recommended the approval of one abstract, one agreement, three purchase orders, and 15 contracts. The bulk of the approved contracts relate to food products and supplies for the Child Nutrition Program. The committee also discussed the potential return of two vacant school buildings to the City of New Haven.

• Recommended approval of 1 abstract, 1 agreement, 3 purchase orders, and 15 contracts (3-0)
• Recommended $550,000 agreement with CT State Community College, Gateway Campus for Gateway to College Program
• Recommended $171,568.29 purchase order with Frontline Technologies Group for applicant tracking and substitute management
• Recommended $3.5M contract with Thurston Foods Inc. for Child Nutrition Program food products
• Recommended $2.5M contract with TRIO Community Meals for fresh produce
• Recommended $900,000 contract with Carbonella & Desarbo for fresh produce
• Recommended $900,000 contract with Imperial Dade for food service paper goods and chemicals
• Agreed to move the June 16 meeting to Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved contracts for janitorial services, legal representation, and HVAC upgrades. The meeting also included the approval of personnel reports and the second reading of a cell phone policy.

• Agreement with Integrity Concepts for part-time custodial services ($5,455,601)
• Amendments to legal services with Berchem Moses PC ($75,000 and $130,000)
• HVAC control system upgrades at Fair Haven and Worthington Hooker Middle Schools
• Renewal of contract with MGD Graphics Inc. for print shop supplies ($333,457.90)
• Agreement with Connecticut Teacher Residency Program ($134,000)

The Board of Education approved a series of purchase orders, contracts, and amendments for school maintenance and legal services. A custodial services agreement with Integrity Concepts was tabled. The Board also approved the Superintendent's Personnel Report and the May 12 meeting minutes.

• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (6-0)
• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Agreement 5.03 with Integrity Concepts for custodial services (6-0)
• Approved agreement with CT Teacher Residency Program not to exceed $134,000
• Approved agreement with Common Ground Charter School not to exceed $220,000
• Approved legal service funding increases for Berchem Moses PC totaling $65,000
• Approved HVAC upgrades for Fair Haven and Worthington Hooker schools
• Approved $329,849 contract with Tucker Mechanical for Ross Woodward cooling

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss welcoming schools for all stakeholders. The agenda includes updates on Welcoming Schools activities and next steps.

• Welcoming Schools activities update
• Discussion on making schools welcoming for all stakeholders
• Next steps discussion
• Final thoughts from committee chairs

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review and vote on multiple contracts, purchase orders, and amendments, including a $5.45 million custodial services agreement, a $220,000 special education contract, and legal fee increases. The agenda also covers professional development, facility repairs, and technology upgrades for New Haven Public Schools.

• Agreement with Integrity Concepts LLC for part-time custodial services at $5,455,601
• Agreement with Common Ground Charter School for special education services at $220,000
• Amendment with Berchem Moses PC to increase SPED legal services funding by $50,000 to $130,000
• Contract with Tucker Mechanical for rooftop cooling at Ross Woodward at $329,849
• Purchase order with SHI International for Clever IDM licenses at $85,443

The Finance & Operations Committee unanimously recommended approval of several agreements, amendments, and purchase orders. The most significant action was the recommendation of a part-time custodial services contract with Integrity Concepts LLC. Two purchase orders for SHI International, Inc. were withdrawn.

• Recommended approval of $5,455,601 custodial services contract with Integrity Concepts LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $220,000 special education services agreement with Common Ground Charter School (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $134,000 teacher residency agreement with Connecticut Teacher Residency Program (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $130,000 SPED legal services amendment for Berchem Moses PC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $75,000 general legal services amendment for Berchem Moses PC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $329,849 cooling equipment contract for Ross Woodward with Tucker Mechanical (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $333,457.90 graphic supplies renewal with MGD Graphics Inc. (3-0)
• Withdrew purchase orders for SHI International, Inc. totaling $155,643

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Food Service Task Force Committee will hear updates on food service operations, food gap subgroups, food allergy policy, and the sustainable food initiative. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Food Service Update (discussion)
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates (discussion on addressing food gaps)
• Food Allergy Policy Update (policy discussion)
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update (discussion on local food, waste reduction, composting)

The committee received updates on summer feeding initiatives and the sustainable food pilot project. Members discussed the need for clarification regarding the food allergy policy letter and the challenges of annual doctor signatures for food modifications. No formal votes or policy changes were decided.

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved minutes from previous meetings, a graduation policy, and personnel reports. The board also approved several memorandums of understanding for educational programs and amendments to contracts with the state and legal services. Additionally, the board approved purchase orders for mold remediation and technology upgrades.

• Approval of Graduation Policy 6146
• MOU with I-Ready Math for student diagnostics
• MOU with Scholastic for supplemental ELA program
• Amendment to Shipman & Goodwin legal services contract ($475,000)
• Purchase Order for mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School ($69,680)

The Board approved Policy 6146 regarding graduation and authorized several personnel and financial reports. Members approved multiple data-sharing agreements, grant amendments, and facility maintenance purchase orders, while tabling three specific items related to I-Ready Math and SHI International Inc.

• Approved Policy 6146: Graduation Policy (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 25 and April 28 meetings (7-0)
• Approved 3 MOUs including agreements with Scholastic Beta Project, Boundless Literacy, and Perkins Eastman (7-0)
• Approved 4 amendments including $75,000 increase for Shipman & Goodwin legal services (7-0)
• Approved mold remediation for Wilbur Cross High School ($69,680) and Conte West Hills School ($49,500) (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 purchase order with Insight Global for PowerSchool management (7-0)
• Tabled MOU 4.01 (I-Ready Math) and Purchase Orders 6.04 and 6.05 (SHI International Inc.) (7-0)

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee approved the minutes from its April 10, 2025 meeting. The group also received a report on the Cross/East Rock Sports Complex and discussed the May stewardship report.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of May Stewardship Report
• Discussion of Cross/East Rock Sports Complex update

The committee approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. Members received stewardship reports on various school construction, repair, and maintenance projects, though no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved Minutes of April 10, 2025 (6-0)

Governance Committee Special Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Governance Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 29, 2025, and review two policies: a second reading for cell phone usage and a first reading for graduation requirements.

• Approval of April 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Policy 5131.81 Cell Phones (second reading)
• Policy 6146 Graduation (first reading)

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The committee is considering a new two-year energy monitoring agreement and several purchase orders for school repairs and technology. The meeting also includes reviews of data sharing agreements for student literacy and math programs.

• Agreement with Artis Energy Intelligence for energy monitoring services not to exceed $227,225.92
• Purchase orders for mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School ($69,680) and Conte West Hills School ($49,500)
• Purchase order with Insight Global for PowerSchool system management not to exceed $150,000
• Amendment to increase legal services funding for Shipman & Goodwin by $75,000
• Purchase order for Dalene Hardwood Flooring Co. to replace Sound School Library carpet for $40,803.68

The committee unanimously voted to recommend 4 amendments, 4 MOUs, 6 purchase orders, and 1 contract to the full Board of Education. Several items were withdrawn by administration, and the committee discussed a proposed school bus stop-arm violation ordinance.

• Recommended approval of 4 amendments, 4 MOUs, 6 purchase orders, and 1 contract (3-0)
• Withdrawn: Agreement with Artis Energy Intelligence for energy monitoring
• Withdrawn: Contract with Synacktek for cybersecurity management
• Approved $71,000 increase for Bilingual Special Education Services of CT evaluations
• Approved $69,680 for mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School
• Approved $49,500 for mold remediation at Conte West Hills School
• Approved $150,000 for Insight Global to manage PowerSchool system
• Approved $45,000 contract with Worldcast Live Inc. for audio/visual services

Governance Committee Special Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold a special meeting to conduct a first reading of Policy 5131.81 concerning cell phone use. The meeting will also include standard procedural items such as a call to order, discussion of any other business, and a motion to adjourn.

• First reading of Policy 5131.81 Cell Phones
• Discussion of any other business items
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on several district contracts, grants, and personnel reports. Key decisions include funding for school construction projects and the approval of various educational software agreements.

• Agreement with Total Communications for distribution switches not to exceed $895,462.10
• Head Start Federal Grant in the amount of $5,837,376.00
• Multi-year agreement with Apptegy for communication platform not to exceed $369,861.00
• Agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for staff tuition reimbursement up to $90,000.00
• Contract with Tucker Mechanical for chilled water and air cooled equipment repairs up to $225,000.00

The Board approved the Superintendent's Personnel Report and several construction-related funding applications. Members also approved a variety of purchase orders, agreements, and a snow removal change order, while tabling the Artis Energy agreement and data sharing MOUs.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (9-0)
• Approved six resolutions and construction grant applications (9-0)
• Tabled agreement with Artis Energy (9-0)
• Approved snow removal change order 10.03 thru 10.07 (6-1)
• Tabled data sharing MOUs 5.01-5.03 (8-0)
• Approved 2 abstracts, 3 agreements, 3 amendments, and 2 purchase orders (8-0)

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to review the purpose and activities of flexible programming across the district. The agenda includes presentations and discussions on the current state of these programs and next steps.

• Review purpose of Flexible Programming
• Update on Flexible Programming workstream activities
• Discuss Flexible Programming across New Haven Public Schools
• Assistant Superintendent Redd-Hannans to provide information on Flexible Programs

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider approving a $5,837,376 Head Start federal grant, several purchase orders and agreements for school improvements, and resolutions to apply for state school construction grants for multiple schools. Items include a Boy Scouts amendment, literacy training, HVAC upgrades, and data-sharing MOUs.

• $5.8M Head Start federal grant for program operations and training (2025-2026)
• Amendment to Boy Scouts agreement adding $14k for family programs at John Martinez and King-Robinson schools
• Agreement with Teach for America for 7 corps members ($49k) for 2025-2026
• Purchase orders for HVAC controls upgrades at Edgewood Magnet ($46,860) and Riverside Academy ($31,280)
• Resolutions to seek state grants for school construction projects at 424 Chapel St., Conte pool, Truman roof, Wilbur Cross roof/pool, and Hillhouse roof

The committee reviewed several grant applications for school construction and facility repairs. Members agreed to move three data sharing agreements forward to the full Board pending legal review. Various agreements for staff training, tuition reimbursement, and facility upgrades were presented.

• Moved data sharing agreements with I-Ready Math, Scholastic Beta Project, and McGraw Hill LLC to full Board
• Proposed resolutions to apply for construction grants for 424 Chapel Street, Conte West Hills, Truman School, Wilbur Cross High School, and James Hillhouse High School
• Presented $90,000 agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for staff tuition reimbursement
• Presented $369,861 multi-year agreement with Apptegy for communication platforms
• Presented $895,462.10 agreement with Total Communications for distribution switches
• Presented $227,225.92 agreement with Artis Energy Intelligence for energy monitoring
• Presented $77,263 purchase order with Tucker Mechanical for Coop High School controls
• Presented $52,262.67 renewal with Facilities Management Express for work order system

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

At its April 14 regular meeting, the New Haven Board of Education approved a $170,171 multi-year agreement with the CT Association for the Performing Arts for theater management at Co-op High School, and a $127,100 purchase order with Apptegy for a district-wide communication platform. The board also approved a $282,180 amendment for nursing services with All Pointe Home Care, a $61,680 special education agreement with Highville Charter School, and contracts for dumpster and security system maintenance. Public comment was heard for up to 60 minutes.

• Approved $170,171 year 4 agreement with CAPA for theater management at Co-op High School
• Approved $127,100 purchase order with Apptegy for two-way communication platform and website
• Approved $282,180 amendment with All Pointe Home Care for nursing services (increase of $7,500)
• Approved $61,680 special education services agreement with Highville Charter School
• Approved $45,000 contract with All American Waste for dumpster services

The Board approved the Superintendent Personnel Report and several purchase orders for event support and theater management. One purchase order for a communication platform was withdrawn to pursue a multiyear agreement. The Board also conducted first readings of policies regarding student suspension and community civility.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent Personnel Report (7-0)
• Approved CAPA Purchase Order for theater management services (7-0)
• Approved ABM Purchase Orders for event support services (6-1)
• Approved one abstract, one agreement, one amendment, and two contracts (7-0)
• Withdrew Purchase Order 7.01 for Apptegy communication platform
• Conducted first reading of Policy 5114(a) Student Suspension and Expulsion Process
• Conducted first reading of Parents, Family, Community Partners Responsibility/Involvement Civility Policy

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will convene to review the April Stewardship Report and discuss the Cross/East Rock Sports Complex. The meeting will also address committee membership and adjourn.

• Review of April Stewardship Report
• Discussion on Cross/East Rock Sports Complex
• Committee membership discussion

The committee discussed stewardship reports regarding HVAC upgrades, roof replacements, and pool conditions. No formal votes were taken on funding or contracts; the meeting focused on project updates and facility maintenance concerns.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to discuss updates on food gaps, allergy policies, and a sustainable food initiative. The meeting is a procedural gathering with no formal votes.

• Food Service Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update
• Motion to Adjourn

The committee discussed menu enhancements and a grocery delivery model for over 300 families via Haven's Harvest. Members reported on composting progress at eight schools and a nearly $10,000 donation from Yale New Haven Hospital. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Reported nearly $10,000 donation from Yale New Haven Hospital for grocery distribution
• Reported 22,080 pounds of organic waste collected from four composting schools
• Reported expansion of recycling programs to 17 schools

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review agreements for school services, facility maintenance, and technology, along with a 2025-2026 budget update. The meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2025, at 4:30 PM via Zoom.

• Agreement with CT Association for the Performing Arts for theater management services ($170,171)
• Agreement with All Pointe Home Care for Special Education services ($282,180)
• Purchase Order with ABM for event labor support services ($169,817)
• Agreement with All American Waste for on-call dumpster services ($45,000)
• Agreement with Utility Communications for security system maintenance ($100,000)

The Committee unanimously recommended approval of one abstract, one agreement, one amendment, three purchase orders, and two contracts. Members also discussed a projected $18 million budget shortfall for 2025-2026.

• Recommended approval of 1 abstract, 1 agreement, 1 amendment, 3 purchase orders, and 2 contracts (3-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to discuss Adult Education lease (3-0)
• Recommended $61,680 agreement with Highville Charter School for Special Education services
• Recommended $170,171 agreement with CT Association for the Performing Arts for Co-op High School
• Recommended $45,000 contract with All American Waste LLC for dumpster services
• Recommended $100,000 contract with Utility Communication for security system maintenance
• Recommended $7,500 increase to All Pointe Home Care, LLC agreement for RN staffing
• Recommended $220,697.43 in purchase orders to ABM for event labor support

Governance Committee Special Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold first readings of two policies: Suspension and Expulsion Policy 5114 and a Parent Guidance Policy. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from February 27, 2025.

• First reading of Suspension and Expulsion Policy 5114
• First reading of Parent Guidance Policy
• Approval of February 27, 2025 meeting minutes

AGENDA: Special Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education voted to approve a successor collective bargaining agreement with the Substitute Teachers Chapter, New Haven Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 933. Prior to the vote, the board held an executive session to discuss negotiations. The board also discussed strategy regarding collective bargaining with Local 3429, Council 4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO.

• Approval of a tentative successor collective bargaining agreement with the Substitute Teachers Chapter, New Haven Federation of Teachers (AFT Local 933)
• Motion to enter executive session under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-200(6)(B) and 1-210(B) for collective bargaining strategy
• Discussion of negotiations with Local 3429, Council 4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO during executive session
• Board empowered the Superintendent or Board President to sign the approved agreement

The Board of Education approved a tentative successor collective bargaining agreement with the Substitute Teachers Chapter of the New Haven Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 933. The Board also authorized the Superintendent or Board President to sign the agreement on the Board's behalf.

• Approved Tentative Agreement with Substitute Teachers Chapter New Haven Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 933 (6-0)
• Authorized Superintendent or Board President to sign the agreement on the Board's behalf (6-0)

AGENDA: Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will vote on routine items such as approving the March 10 minutes and the superintendent's personnel report. It will also consider naming proposals for the Adult Education Center and the Floyd Little Athletic Center court. Major financial actions include approving three agreements: a $507,311 early care program with Connecticut State Community College, an $18,750 professional‑learning contract with LTR Unlimited, and a $3,941,600 lease for Adult Education at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd. Additional items cover a $10,000 amendment to legal services funding and several purchase orders for event support and technology upgrades.

• Agreement with Connecticut State Community College – up to $507,311 for early care program (July 1 2024–June 30 2025)
• Agreement with LTR Unlimited Corp – up to $18,750 for staff workshops and trauma services (Mar 25 2025–Jun 30 2025)
• Lease agreement with SP Ella – up to $3,941,600 for Adult Education space at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd (Jul 1 2025–Jun 30 2030)
• Amendment #1 to Berchem Moses PC – increase legal services funding to $60,000 (additional $10,000)
• Purchase Order 6.01 with ABM – up to $157,264.31 for FLAC event labor and floor support (Dec 1 2024–Feb 28 2025)

The Board of Education approved renaming the Adult Education Center and a court at the Floyd Little Athletic Center. Members also certified compliance with Connecticut Nutrition Standards for school food sales and approved several vendor contracts. The Adult Education lease and two ABM purchase orders were tabled.

• Renamed Adult Education Center to Dr. Edwin R. Edmonds Adult Education Center
• Renamed court at Floyd Little Athletic Center to Robert Laemel-Salvatore Verderame Court
• Approved Healthy Food Certification Statement for nutrition standards (July 2025-June 2026)
• Approved Healthy Food Certification Statement for food and beverage exemptions
• Approved $507,311 agreement with CT State Community College - Gateway
• Approved $10,000 funding increase for Berchem Moses PC legal services
• Tabled Adult Education lease with SP Ella ($3,941,600)
• Tabled purchase orders 6.01 and 6.02 with ABM for event support

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Special Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee is meeting to discuss the March Stewardship Report from ABM, covering facilities maintenance for New Haven public schools. The committee will also discuss its membership. The meeting includes procedural items like call to order and adjournment.

• March Stewardship Report from ABM to be discussed
• Committee membership discussion scheduled
• Chair Giovanni Zinn and Vice-Chair Matthew Wilcox presiding

The committee met for an informational session as there was no quorum. Members discussed the status of fire panel replacements, boiler repairs, and swimming pool projects. No formal votes or decisions were made during the meeting.

Teaching & Learning Committee Agenda

The Teaching & Learning Committee will review a disciplinary report regarding the Multi-Tiered System of Supports. Members will discuss alternatives to student expulsion and receive updates on district literacy curriculum and assessment results.

• Discussion of alternatives to student expulsion
• Review of student expulsion data
• Update on literacy professional learning and assessment results
• Multi-Tiered System of Supports disciplinary report

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review agreements for legal services, facility repairs, and an early care education program, along with a resolution for a construction easement at 167 Water Street.

• Agreement with Kutak Rock for legal services up to $10,000
• Purchase Order for BRAMS Hall heat exchanger replacement up to $11,463
• Agreement with CT State Community College for early care program up to $507,311
• Agreement with SP Ella for Adult Education space at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd up to $3,941,600
• Resolution authorizing easement agreement for 167 Water Street construction

The Finance & Operations Committee voted to recommend the approval of three agreements, one amendment, five purchase orders, one resolution, and two certifications. Several items were flagged for revised memos regarding funding, timing, or cost savings before proceeding to the Board of Education.

• Recommended approval of 5-year Adult Education lease at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd not to exceed $3,941,600.00
• Recommended approval of early care and education agreement with CT State Community College - Gateway not to exceed $507,311.00
• Recommended approval of LTR Unlimited Corp professional learning and trauma services agreement not to exceed $18,750.00
• Recommended approval of $10,000 funding increase for Berchem Moses PC legal services
• Recommended approval of two ABM purchase orders for event labor totaling $196,837.98
• Recommended approval of Utility Communications purchase orders totaling $175,948.00
• Recommended approval of CDW-G purchase order for Incident IQ platform not to exceed $52,598.00
• Recommended approval of easement agreement with 20 Fair RE Owner LLC for 167 Water Street

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will receive updates on food service operations, address food gaps in the district, and discuss the implications of federal funding for school food programs. Members will also review proposals for expanding access to locally grown sustainable food and reducing waste. No votes or action items are scheduled beyond a motion to adjourn.

• Discussion on implications of federal funding for school food programs
• Update on food gap subgroups addressing district food gaps
• Sustainable food initiative update on local food access and waste reduction
• Food allergy policy update

The committee received updates on upcoming food distribution for families in need and the status of food service bids. Members discussed potential federal funding cuts to incentive programs and upcoming allergy policy planning. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Discussed coordinating home food delivery for families on April 12
• Reported that bids for next fiscal year food services are still being advertised
• Discussed federal cuts to the Local Food incentive program
• Noted a planning meeting for food allergy policies is scheduled for March 18

Board of Education Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Board of Education met on March 10, 2025 to approve a series of items. The board approved the minutes from February meetings, personnel appointments, a student liaison policy, and multiple financial actions including contracts, amendments, purchase orders and change orders. Notably, a $158,564 change order was approved for the Martinez Playground installation. Additional approvals covered a $67,000 Teach for America agreement and a $138,356 cooling‑tower purchase order.

• Approval of the February 24 and February 28, 2025 Board meeting minutes
• Approval of Superintendent Dr. Madeline Negrón’s personnel appointment
• Approval of the NHPS Student Liaison policy
• Approval of a $67,000 Teach for America agreement (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
• Approval of a $158,564 change order for the Martinez Playground installation (total not to exceed $407,400.13)

The Board of Education approved a new NHPS Student Liaison policy and various personnel and financial reports. Members authorized several purchase orders and change orders for school maintenance, including snow removal and playground installation. The board also approved a no-cost MOU with Yeshiva University for speech pathology interns.

• Approved NHPS Student Liaison Policy (9-0)
• Approved Superintendents Personnel Report (7-0-2)
• Approved agreement with Teach for America for credentialing services up to $67,000 (9-0)
• Approved purchase order for Tucker Mechanical cooling tower replacement up to $138,356 (9-0)
• Approved purchase order for Synacktek backup and recovery services up to $148,266 (9-0)
• Approved five snow/ice removal change orders for Tim's Enterprises and Cheapscapes (9-0)
• Approved change order for Martinez Playground installation up to $407,400.13 (9-0)
• Approved February 24 and February 28 meeting minutes (9-0)

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider approving contracts for snow removal, a cooling tower replacement, and a playground installation, along with various other agreements and purchase orders.

• Change orders for snow removal in Zones 1-5 (up to $108,000 each)
• Cooling tower replacement with Tucker Mechanical (up to $138,356)
• Martinez Playground change order (up to $407,400.13)
• Teach for America agreement (up to $67,000)
• Lulac Head Start amendment (up to $897,718.00)

The committee recommended the approval of one MOU, one agreement, two amendments, two purchase orders, and seven change orders. These actions include funding for IT backups, cooling tower replacement, and snow removal. No formal votes were taken on staffing guidelines or facilities updates.

• Recommended approval of $67,000 agreement with Teach for America
• Recommended approval of $148,266 purchase order with Synacktek for IT backup and recovery
• Recommended approval of $138,356 purchase order with Tucker Mechanical for cooling tower replacement
• Recommended approval of five $18,000 change orders for snow removal (Zones 1-5)
• Recommended approval of $158,564 change order for Martinez Playground installation
• Recommended approval of $70,000 change order for Tucker Mechanical boiler repairs
• Recommended approval of no-cost MOU with Yeshiva University for speech pathology interns
• Recommended approval of amendment to Lulac Head Start Fay Miller Center agreement to $897,718.00

AGENDA: Board of Education Special Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved a successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE and adjourned the special meeting at 1:52pm. The meeting was held via Zoom only and will resume on March 10, 2025.

• Approved successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE
• Meeting held via Zoom only; in-person meetings resume March 10, 2025
• Motion to adjourn passed at 1:52pm

The Board of Education approved a successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE, AFL-CIO. This action follows a tentative agreement reached on February 12, 2025.

• Approved successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE, AFL-CIO (7-0)

Governance Committee Regular Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold a first reading of two policies: Policy 5114 on suspension, expulsion, exclusion and removal, and Policy 5131.81 on cell phones. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting.

• First reading of Policy 5114 - Suspension, Expulsion, Exclusion and Removal
• First reading of Policy 5131.81 - Cell Phones
• Approval of meeting minutes of February 6, 2025

AGENDA: Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on personnel reports, a student liaison project proposal, and various financial agreements. Key actions include approving funding for at-risk student programs and facility repairs.

• Agreement with Area Cooperative Education Services for Urban Youth Elementary not to exceed $1,512,840.00
• Purchase Order with Tucker Mechanical Inc. for chiller repairs at Wilbur Cross High School not to exceed $87,731.00
• MOU with Yale New Haven Hospital for a Virtual Career Awareness Program unpaid internship
• Amendment to LULAC Head Start agreement to add 10 Pre-K and Infant Toddler spaces, increasing funding to $1,118,868.95
• Amendment to Global Interpreting Network funding increase of $10,000.00 for translation services

The Board of Education approved a personnel report, the February 10 minutes, and several financial agreements. This included a $1.5M contract for Urban Youth elementary programs and a $87,731 purchase order for chiller repairs at Wilbur Cross High School.

• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report
• Approved MOU with Yale New Haven Hospital Virtual Career Awareness Program
• Approved $1,512,840 agreement with Area Cooperative Education Services - Urban Youth Elementary
• Approved $26,000 funding increase for Global Interpreting Network, inc.
• Approved $1,118,868.95 amended agreement with LULAC Head Start for Pre-K and Infant Toddler spaces
• Approved $53,788.72 amended agreement with Powerschool Group LLC for Naviance services
• Approved $87,731 purchase order for Tucker Mechanical Inc. to repair Wilbur Cross High School chiller

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Special Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will meet to discuss the February Stewardship Report from ABM. The committee will also discuss committee membership.

• February Stewardship Report - ABM
• Committee Membership discussion

The committee met for an informational session as no quorum was present. Members received updates on fire panel replacements, HVAC grants, and swimming pool projects. No formal votes or decisions were made.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

AGENDA : Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to discuss a revised graduation policy, the implementation of the Integrated Multi-Tiered System of Supports (IMTSS), and student discipline data for the 2024-2025 academic year.

• Discussion of a revised Graduation Policy
• Update on the implementation of IMTSS
• Review of student discipline data for 2024-2025
• Presentation on a two-way communication platform
• Procedural welcome and committee role review

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review and recommend approval of a $1.5 million agreement with ACES for the Urban Youth Elementary program, along with numerous purchase orders and contract amendments. The committee will also discuss the January 2025 monthly financial report, the draft FY25 budget, and a part-time custodial update.

• $1,512,840 agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary for at-risk students
• $87,731 purchase order to repair chiller impeller wheels at Wilbur Cross High School
• $48,587 purchase order for districtwide water-cooled chiller startup and maintenance
• Amendment to Southern Connecticut State University agreement increasing funding by $17,642 to $31,649
• $25,000 agreement with Cameo's Consulting for restorative practice services

The committee unanimously recommended approval of one MOU, one agreement, four amendments, and one purchase order. The body also reviewed a draft FY25 budget presentation and received updates on custodial services and upcoming financial needs.

• Recommended approval of 1 MOU, 1 Agreement, 4 Amendments, and 1 Purchase Order (3-0)
• Approved agreement with ACES Urban Youth Elementary for at-risk students not to exceed $1,512,840.00
• Approved purchase order with Tucker Mechanical Inc. for Wilbur Cross High School chiller repair not to exceed $87,731.00
• Approved amendment to Global Interpreting Network, inc. increasing funding to $26,000.00
• Approved amendment to LULAC Head Start to add 10 Pre-K and Infant Toddler spaces, increasing funding to $1,118,868.95
• Approved amendment to Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center to clarify relationship for grant funding ($400,000.00)
• Approved amendment to Powerschool Group LLC increasing funding to $53,788.72 for Naviance Remote Consultation
• Withdrawn: MOU with Yeshiva University for Speech-Language Pathology internship

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to review updates on food service operations, allergy policies, and food gaps. The group will also discuss a sustainable food initiative.

• Food Service Update
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update
• Motion to Adjourn

The committee received updates on the solicitation of bids for the FY 25-26 school year and the closure of the current school year's administrative review. Members discussed food allergy policy requirements and potential delivery models for the Food Gap subgroup. No formal votes or policy changes were decided.

AGENDA: Board of Education Meeting

The New Haven Public Schools Board will vote on several items, including approving the minutes from the January 27 meeting and the superintendent's personnel report. It will also adopt the 2025‑2026 governance meeting schedule and a series of finance motions covering abstracts, agreements, purchase orders and a major change order for the Martinez Playground. Additional agenda items include grant abstracts, MOUs, agreements, amendments, and purchase orders for school facilities.

• Approve Board meeting minutes from January 27, 2025
• Approve Superintendent Dr. Madeline Negron's personnel report
• Approve 2025‑2026 Governance Meeting Schedule
• Approve Change Order #1 to Kompan Inc. for Martinez Playground, increasing funding by $158,564.00
• Approve Purchase Order for auditorium seating at Conte West Hills Magnet School up to $132,474.88

The Board approved the 2025-2026 Governance Meeting Schedule and the Superintendent's Personnel Report. Members approved several grants, purchase orders, and agreements, while tabling a change order for the Martinez Playground. Public comments focused on requests for climate change funding and concerns over school facility neglect and teacher vacancies.

• Approved 2025-2026 Governance Meeting Schedule (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (9-0)
• Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (9-0)
• Tabled Change Order #1 for Martinez Playground installation (9-0)
• Approved 3 Abstracts, 2 Agreements, 3 Amendments, 1 MOU, and 3 Purchase Orders (9-0)
• Approved Abstract 4.04 and MOU 5.2 (8-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved $132,474.88 for auditorium seating at Conte West Hills Magnet School
• Approved $149,998.39 for paper products via C&C Janitorial Supplies Inc.

Governance Committee Special Meeting

The Governance Committee is meeting to discuss a new meeting schedule and a School Liaison Project proposal. The review of the Parent Family Community Partner Responsibility Involvement Civility Policy has been tabled for a later date.

• Review of new Governance Meeting Schedule
• Discussion of School Liaison Project proposal
• Tabled review of Civility Policy

The committee approved a new governance meeting schedule for full board approval. Members discussed a proposal to expand student representation and a draft document regarding parent responsibilities.

• Approved new governance meeting schedule, including a date change to December 11
• Tabled student liaison expansion proposal for further development of mentor identification
• Referred parent responsibility document for attorney review

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee meets to review 17 contracts, grants, and purchase orders, including a $11.98 million Title I Consolidated Grant, a $132,474 auditorium seating replacement, and a $48,825 pest control contract. Nearly all items are listed for information only, meaning no vote is scheduled at this meeting.

• Title I Consolidated Grant of $11,977,681 for NHPS and non-public schools
• Purchase order with Irwin Seating Co. for $132,474.88 to replace auditorium seating at Conte West Hills Magnet School
• Agreement with UCLA to evaluate Magnet School Assistance Program for $36,401
• Agreement with Connecticut Pest Elimination Inc. for $48,825 for rodent control at 31 schools
• Amendment #1 with Nurses for Daycare, LLC increasing funding by $20,000 to $41,900 for dental care and monitoring

The committee recommended approval of a manufacturing grant and associated memorandum of agreement from the Workforce Alliance. Other items presented included various student service agreements, facility purchase orders, and grant abstracts.

• Recommended approval of ENGAGE Manufacturing Grant from Workforce Alliance ($16,750.00)
• Recommended approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Workforce Alliance ($16,750.00)

AGENDA: Board of Education Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved amendments to the purchasing policy, increasing the superintendent's approval threshold to $50,000. The board also accepted multiple grants totaling over $924,000, including funding for robotics, career and technical education, and open choice programs, and approved various contracts and amendments for services such as CNA training and after-school programs.

• Approved second reading of Purchasing Policy P3323, raising superintendent approval threshold to $50,000
• Accepted FIRST Robotics grant of $3,751 for Hill Regional Career High School
• Accepted Carl D. Perkins grant of $633,007 for CTE programs
• Approved agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for CNA training, up to $48,600
• Approved amendment with Boys and Girls Club to add after-school program at Bishop Woods School, increasing funding by $20,250

The Board of Education amended Purchasing Policy P3323 to raise the Superintendent's approval threshold to $50,000. The Board also approved a personnel report, designated John C. Daniels School as the next meeting site, and authorized various financial contracts and grants.

• Approved amendment to Purchasing Policy P3323 increasing Superintendent approval threshold to $50,000 (9-0)
• Approved Superintendents Personnel Report (9-0)
• Selected John C. Daniels School as the next location for BOE meetings (9-0)
• Approved 3 abstracts, 2 agreements, 5 amendments, 1 MOU, 3 purchase orders, 1 resolution, and 4 change orders (9-0)
• Approved $3,751 FIRST Robotics Grant for Hill Regional Career High School
• Approved $287,305 Open Choice Grant
• Approved $48,600 agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for CNA training
• Approved $1M funding increase for Thurston Foods grocery purchases

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee is set to review and approve multiple purchase orders and agreements for school facility projects, including the Hill Regional Career High School pool renovation, mold remediation at Benjamin Jepson Schools, and HVAC upgrades at Wilbur Cross School.

• Hill Regional Career High School pool renovation contracts ($12,000 for design, $10,000 for MEP services)
• Mold remediation at Benjamin Jepson Schools ($17,921.13)
• HVAC replacement at Wilbur Cross School ($64,523.00)
• Amendment to Boys and Girls Club agreement increasing funding by $52,000
• Change order for Color Specialty Paper increasing budget by $100,000

The committee unanimously recommended the approval of 3 abstracts, 3 purchase orders, 1 memorandum of understanding, 2 agreements, 5 amendments, and 4 change orders. These actions include funding for school renovations, nursing training, and food service increases. The committee also reviewed the December 2024 monthly financial report.

• Recommended approval of 3 abstracts, 3 purchase orders, 1 MOU, 2 agreements, 5 amendments, and 4 change orders (3-0)
• Approved $64,523 purchase order for Wilbur Cross Auditorium RTU
• Approved $29,293 purchase order for Wilbur Cross Library furniture removal
• Approved $25,069.66 purchase order for King Robinson school gym divider
• Approved $48,600 agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for CNA training
• Approved $22,692 agreement with Excel Academy for CNA training
• Approved $100,000 increase for Color Specialty Paper products
• Approved $1,000,000 increase for Thurston Foods grocery purchases

Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting

The Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss and potentially recommend a two-way communication platform for families. Assistant Superintendent Viviana Camacho will present the selection process and options. The committee aims to identify essential components for the platform.

• Discussion of options for a two-way communication platform with families
• Assistant Superintendent Viviana Camacho to share selection process and options
• Recommendation on essential components for the platform

AGENDA: Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education elected its President, Vice President, and Secretary. The body also voted on various personnel reports, financial agreements, and purchase order amendments for school facilities.

• Election of Dr. Yarborough (President), Mr. Matthew Wilcox (Vice President), and Dr. Edward Joyner (Secretary)
• Title IVA Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant totaling $870,868.00
• Agreement with Custom Insight, LLC for climate surveys not to exceed $53,600.00
• Agreement with Lifeline Cares, LLC for nursing services not to exceed $55,000.00
• Legal services amendment for Shipman & Goodwin to increase funding to $400,000.00

The Board elected Dr. OrLando Yarborough as President, Matthew Wilcox as Vice President, and Dr. Edward Joyner as Secretary. The Board also approved a series of personnel reports, financial abstracts, and various facility and service contracts.

• Elected Dr. OrLando Yarborough as Board President (5-2)
• Elected Matthew Wilcox as Board Vice President (5-3)
• Elected Dr. Edward Joyner as Board Secretary (9-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from Dec 9 and Dec 23, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Personnel Report (9-0)
• Approved 1 abstract, 2 agreements, 1 amendment, 2 MOUs, and purchase orders 9.01, 9.05-9.10 and 2 change orders (9-0)
• Approved purchase orders 9.02-9.04 for playground projects (9-0)
• Withdrew LED retrofit agreements with United Illuminating Company

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will hear a stewardship report from ABM, discuss committee membership, and handle procedural items. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Stewardship report by ABM (discussion)
• Discussion of committee membership

The committee did not reach a quorum, meaning no official votes or decisions were made. The meeting served as an informational session to provide updates on various school facility repairs and construction projects.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to review updates on food service operations, allergy policies, and sustainability initiatives. The meeting is a procedural gathering with no formal votes scheduled.

• Food Service Update
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update
• Motion to Adjourn

The committee received updates on a positive administrative review from auditors and the transition of meal preparation from an outside vendor to NHPS Food Service staff. Members discussed the success of the December 21st food distribution and potential plans for the April Spring Break distribution.

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider multiple financial items including purchase orders, agreements, and amendments. Key decisions include an $827,012 LED retrofit contract for Davis, Beecher, and Conte West Hills Schools, a $150,000 increase in legal services funding (to $400,000), and change orders increasing food service budgets by $345,000 total. The committee also reviews grants, data-sharing MOUs, and various other procurements and amendments.

• LED retrofit agreement for Davis, Beecher, and Conte West Hills Schools: $827,012
• Amendment #2 for legal services from Shipman & Goodwin: increase of $150,000 to $400,000
• Change Order #1 with Tyson Prepared Foods: increase of $200,000 to $325,000 for food service
• Change Order #1 with JTM Provisions: increase of $145,000 to $185,000 for food service
• Agreement with Lifeline Cares for nursing services on field trips: $55,000

The Finance & Operations Committee unanimously recommended approval of one abstract, two MOUs, three agreements, one amendment, two change orders, and 10 purchase orders. Several items were flagged for memo revisions regarding reimbursement and contractor transitions before proceeding to the Board of Education.

• Recommended approval of 17 action items (3-0)
• Recommended $827,012 for LED retrofits at Davis, Beecher, and Conte West Hills Schools
• Recommended $53,600 for student and staff climate surveys via Custom Insight, LLC
• Recommended $55,000 for nursing services for students on field trips via Lifeline Cares, LLC
• Recommended $150,000 funding increase for Shipman & Goodwin legal services
• Recommended $200,000 increase for Tyson Prepared Foods lunch program commodities
• Recommended $145,000 increase for JTM Provisions commodity purchases
• Recommended 8 purchase order date extensions for various school capital projects