Stamford Public Schools public meetings in 2025
34 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting - Amended Agenda
The Stamford Public Schools Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for approving minutes and resolutions. Key discussions include the Board/Superintendent employment contract, a proposed executive session, and possible action on an SEA Ethics Complaint. The board will also discuss a confidential student matter in executive session and hear public comment.
- Consent agenda: approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes and consent resolutions
- Discussion regarding Board/Superintendent employment contract (proposed for executive session)
- Discussion and possible action regarding SEA Ethics Complaint (proposed for executive session)
- Discussion regarding a confidential student matter (proposed for executive session)
- President’s comments: update on YE evaluation, RFP and ad hoc committee, CABE training
Regular Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will hold a regular meeting to consider approval of a new principal for Davenport School, effective July 1, 2025. The board will also act on a consent agenda containing multiple policy updates, contract awards, and a budget transfer. A separate item seeks to approve a job description for Director of Alternative Education.
- Resolution 61 — appointment of Davenport School principal (name to be filled), effective July 1, 2025
- Consent agenda includes policies on suicide prevention, transgender students, bullying, suspension/expulsion, and substance abuse by a minor
- Consent agenda also includes multiple contracts: Stepping Stones, Cristen McCaughey, Sharon Golder (ECONN), Relayhub, Chartwells, CT RISE, CES, Kathleen Steinberg, and Special Education OOD
- Consent resolution 60 — Budget transfer (amount not specified)
- Resolution 49 — approval of job description for Director of Alternative Education
Fiscal Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Committee of the Stamford Board of Education will vote on nine contracts over $100,000 and a budget transfer. The largest proposed contract is with Cooperative Educational Services Foundation Inc. for $982,883. Other contracts include special education out-of-district tuition for $318,580 and consulting services. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom.
- Resolution to approve contract with Cooperative Educational Services Foundation Inc. for $982,883
- Resolution to approve contract with Cristen McCaughey for $551,000
- Resolution to approve contract for special education out-of-district tuition totaling $318,580
- Resolution to approve contract with Connecticut Rise Network Inc. for $279,340
- Resolution to approve 2024-25 Operating Budget transfer (amount not specified)
TLC Committee Meeting
This meeting of the Stamford Public Schools TLC Committee features updates on lost or damaged items and climate survey results. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.
- Update on lost or damaged items
- Presentation of climate survey results
Special Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution appointing a new principal for Hart School, effective July 1, 2025. The resolution leaves the appointee's name blank in the provided agenda.
- Resolution 06-10-25:48 — appointment of Hart School Principal, name not specified, effective July 1, 2025
Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee will consider a resolution to approve amended Policy 5131.6 on substance abuse by a minor. The meeting also includes updates on student voice, suicide prevention, and book banning policies. Additionally, the committee will review pending data monitoring language for the Board's duties policy.
- Vote on Resolution 50: amended Policy 5131.6 - Substance Abuse by a Minor
- Updates on Student Voice, Suicide Prevention, and Book Banning Policies
- Pending admin review: District Data Monitoring Language for Policy 9040 Duties of the Board
Labor Committee Meeting
The Labor Committee will receive a recruitment update and vote on Resolution 06-24-25 to approve the job description for the Director of Alternative Education. The meeting is held via Zoom.
- Recruitment update (information only)
- Resolution 06-24-25: Approval of Director of Alternative Education job description (action item)
Regular Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will consider a consent agenda approving several policies, including Restorative Practices, School Climate, Suicide Prevention, Transgender, Bullying Behavior, and Suspension/Expulsion Due Process. The meeting also includes a public comment period, superintendent's report, and committee updates.
- Vote on Policy 5144.2 Restorative Practices
- Vote on Policy 5002 Transgender
- Vote on Policy 5005 Students Bullying Behavior in the Schools
- Vote on Policy 5131 Suspension and Expulsion Due Process
- Public comment period with sign-up by 6:00 pm
Special Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will vote on two resolutions to approve the 2025-2026 operating budget and grant budget. The operating budget is $347,108,125 with 2,092.7 positions, and the grant budget is $52,152,658 with 306.9 positions. Both resolutions are recommended by the Superintendent.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Operating Budget: $347,108,125 and 2,092.7 positions
- Approval of 2025-2026 Grant Budget: $52,152,658 and 306.9 positions
- Resolution 05-20-25: 43 for operating budget
- Resolution 05-20-25: 44 for grant budget
Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee will discuss and vote on recommending four new policies to the full Board: suicide prevention (Policy 6164.2), transgender/nonbinary/gender non-conforming youth (Policy 5002), bullying (Policy 5005), and suspension/expulsion due process (Policy 5131). Updates on student voice, suicide prevention, and book banning policies will also be presented. Two additional policies are pending administrative review.
- Resolution 05-27-25:44 – Approve Policy 6164.2 Suicide Prevention
- Resolution 05-27-25:45 – Approve Policy 5002 Transgender, Nonbinary, and Gender Non-Conforming Youth
- Resolution 05-27-25:46 – Approve Policy 5005 Students Bullying Behavior in the Schools
- Resolution 05-27-25:47 – Approve Policy 5131 Suspension and Expulsion/Due Process
- Update on Student Voice, Suicide Prevention update, and Book Banning Policies
Operations Committee Meeting
The Operations Committee will receive updates on summer construction projects at Westhill, Roxbury, and other schools, as well as a broader Facilities Summer Construction Update. The meeting is focused on discussion and information sharing, with no voting items listed.
- Office of School Construction Summer Projects update including Westhill, Roxbury, and Lower/Upper Schools
- Facilities Summer Construction Update
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Education will consider several policy resolutions and administrative actions. The meeting includes a report from Superintendent Dr. Tamu Lucero and a public comment period.
- Resolution 18: Policy 5111.3 Undocumented Students
- Resolution 19: Policy 6142.1 School Wellness
- Resolution 21: Policy 2151 Appointments of Administrative Positions
- Resolution 39: Director of Alternative Ed
- Resolutions 40 & 41: Policy 5144.2 Restorative Practices and Policy 5131.911 School Climate
Special Board Meeting
The board will discuss confidential legal advice on the procedure for terminating a teacher's contract, then vote on a resolution to immediately terminate the employment of teacher Ruth Terry Walden.
- Resolution 04-29-25:30 to terminate employment contract of Ruth Terry Walden effective immediately
- Discussion of confidential legal advice in executive session
- Action item on superintendent's recommendation for termination
Regular Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will meet to vote on several items. A resolution to appoint a new Roxbury School Principal is scheduled for action. The consent agenda includes approval of policies on undocumented students and school wellness, along with contracts for roof work at Davenport and solar panels at Strawberry Hill and Westover. The board will also consider a policy on attendance and excuses.
- Appointment of Roxbury School Principal (Resolution 03-25-25:29)
- Policy 5111.3 on undocumented students (consent agenda)
- Policy 6142.1 on school wellness (consent agenda)
- Davenport Roof contract (consent agenda)
- Strawberry Hill and Westover solar panel contracts (consent agenda)
Policy Committee Meeting
The Stamford Public Schools Policy Committee will discuss and vote on four policies: Protection of Undocumented Students, School Wellness, Attendance and Excuses, and Appointments and Administrative Positions. The committee will also receive updates on student voice, suicide prevention, book banning policies, and legal coordination. Items pending administrative review include school climate, restorative practice, and suicide prevention.
- Resolution 03-25-25:18 – approval of Policy 5111.3 Protection of Undocumented Students
- Resolution 03-25-25:19 – approval of Policy 6142.1 School Wellness
- Resolution 03-25-25:20 – approval of Policy 5113 Attendance and Excuses
- Resolution 03-25-25:21 – approval of Policy 2151 Appointments and Administrative Positions
- Updates on suicide prevention and book banning policies
Operations Committee Meeting
The Operations Committee will vote on resolutions to approve final plans, project manuals, and cost estimates for Davenport Elementary, Strawberry Hill, and Westover Elementary school projects. The committee will also receive updates on fields spring startup, building air conditioning, Westhill new construction, and building maintenance processes.
- Resolution to approve Davenport Elementary School project #135-0288 RR final plans and cost estimate
- Resolution to approve Strawberry Hill School project #135-0292 PV final plans and cost estimate
- Resolution to approve Westover Elementary School project #135-0293 PV final plans and cost estimate
- Update on fields spring start up
- Update on building air conditioning projects
Fiscal Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several resolutions for board approval. These include spending for out-of-district tuition, facility maintenance, and a budget transfer.
- Contract with PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE CORP for $199,716
- Out-of-district tuition for 1 special education student for $105,010
- Operating Budget transfer totaling $130,000
- Acceptance of weight room equipment donation from Stamford High School Gridiron Club valued at $57,000
Labor Committee Meeting
The Labor Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss a recommendation from the Superintendent of Schools. The body is considering a resolution to update the standard technology language used in job descriptions.
- Resolution 03-25-25: 17 regarding revisions to standard technology language for job descriptions
TLC Committee Meeting
The TLC Committee will discuss meaningful measures, implementation of attendance regulations at Stamford High School, and review mid-year (MOY) data. No votes or actions are listed on substantive items, only a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of Meaningful Measures
- Overview of Implementation of Attendance Regulations at Stamford High School
- Mid-Year (MOY) Data Review
- Motion to Adjourn
Regular Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes multiple resolutions, such as a collective bargaining agreement with the Stamford Education Association (SEA), budget transfers, and policy updates. The meeting also includes public comment, a superintendent's report, and board committee reports.
- Resolution 10 - SEA CBA (collective bargaining agreement)
- Resolution 14 - Budget Transfer ($561 KB document)
- Resolution 12 - Special Education Out-of-District placements (OOD)
- Resolution 13 - Safe Transport (student transportation)
- Resolution 11 - Tango Flight (fiscal committee item)
Special Board Meeting
The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to address board roles and responsibilities. The agenda contains no other substantive business items.
- Discussion of Board Roles and Responsibilities
Special Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will consider approval of the 2025-2026 Operating Budget of $347,108,125 and 2092.7 positions, and the 2025-2026 Grants Budget of $49,549,395 and 312.8 positions. This special board meeting includes only these two action items.
- Approval of Resolution 02-18-25: 16 for the 2025-2026 Operating Budget ($347,108,125, 2092.7 positions)
- Approval of Resolution 02-18-25: 17 for the 2025-2026 Grants Budget ($49,549,395, 312.8 positions)
Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee will consider a resolution to approve Policy 4000.1/5145.44 on Title IX. Updates will be given on student voice, suicide prevention, and book banning policies. Items pending administrative review include school climate, restorative practice, and suicide prevention. Items pending legal review include attendance and excuses policy and administrative appointments policy.
- Resolution 02-25-25 to approve Policy 4000.1/5145.44 on Title IX
- Updates on suicide prevention and book banning policies
- Pending admin review: school climate, restorative practice, suicide prevention
- Pending legal review: Policy 5113 – Attendance and Excuses and Policy 2151 – Administrative Appointments
Fiscal Committee Meeting
The Fiscal Committee will vote on several contracts including a $250,000 agreement with Safe Transport Services for special education transportation, a $133,350 out-of-district tuition for one special education student, a $131,335 contract with Tango Flight Inc., and an operating budget transfer of $81,354. These are all recommendations from the Superintendent. The meeting also includes procedural items.
- Resolution 02-25-25:11: Contract with Tango Flight Inc. for $131,335
- Resolution 02-25-25:12: Out-of-district special education tuition for one student at $133,350
- Resolution 02-25-25:13: Contract with Safe Transport Services LLC for $250,000
- Resolution 02-25-25:14: Operating budget transfer of $81,354
TLC Committee Meeting
The TLC Committee will receive an update on high school scheduling. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting consists of procedural items and the update.
- High School Scheduling Update – discussion only
Labor Committee Meeting
The Labor Committee will consider two action items: a revised Leader and Educator Evaluation and Support Plan and a collective bargaining agreement with the Stamford Education Association for July 2025–June 2028. Both require board approval. The meeting is via Zoom.
- Resolution to adopt revised Professional Growth Development and Evaluation Plan (PGDE)
- Resolution to approve collective bargaining agreement with Stamford Education Association for 2025-2028
- Both items recommended by the Superintendent of Schools
Special Board Meeting - Public Budget Hearing
The Stamford Public Schools Board is holding a special public budget hearing to receive community input on the proposed 2025-26 budget. The meeting includes a time for public comment followed by adjournment.
- Public hearing on the 2025-26 proposed budget
Workshop Meeting
The Stamford Public Schools Board will hold a workshop meeting to receive a presentation on the Master Staffing Plan Phase 2 and review enrollment and staffing by location. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.
- Master Staffing Plan Phase 2 presentation
- Review of enrollment and staffing by location
Regular Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for approval of minutes and several resolutions, including a Special Education Policy and multiple grants. The board will also consider a policy committee resolution on Civil and Legal Rights and Responsibilities. Public comment will be heard.
- Consent agenda approval of minutes and resolutions (Special Education Policy, Stepping Stones, grants)
- Policy Committee resolution on Civil and Legal Rights and Responsibilities
- Consent resolutions include ReadyCT Grant, Para Educator PD grant, PLTW AITE Grant
- Public comment period with three-minute limit and sign-up rules
- Meeting held remotely via Zoom webinar
Fiscal Committee Meeting
The Stamford Public Schools Fiscal Committee will review the superintendent's 2025-26 budget presentation and vote on resolutions for contracts over $100,000 and grant acceptances. Two contracts are proposed: $3.56 million for out-of-district special education tuition and $900,000 with The Stepping Stones Group, LLC. The committee will also consider accepting three grants totaling $63,700.
- Contract for 33 special education students' out-of-district tuition at $3,560,252
- Contract with The Stepping Stones Group, LLC for $900,000
- Grant from ReadyCT for $20,700
- ARPA Para Educator Professional Development Grant for $33,000
- Grant from Project Lead the Way for $10,000
Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee will discuss a proposed rule on protecting undocumented students. It will also vote on two new policies that will govern civil and legal rights and special education services for district students. A draft student wellness policy is currently pending legal review.
- Discussion of Policy 5111.3 on protecting undocumented students
- Vote on Resolution 01-28-25: 02 to approve the Civil and Legal Rights and Responsibilities policy
- Vote on Resolution 01-28-25: 03 to approve the Special Education policy
- Review of Policy 6142.101 on Student Wellness, currently in legal review
Special Board Meeting - Grievance Hearing 927
The Stamford Board of Education is holding a special meeting to hear a grievance (Case 927) filed by the Stamford Education Association (SEA). The meeting will be conducted via Zoom. No other business is listed.
- Hearing of SEA Grievance 927
Special Board Meeting
The Stamford Board of Education will consider a resolution to approve final plans, project manual, and professional cost estimate for the Newfield Elementary School roof replacement project (State Project #135-0284RR). The plans are dated November 7, 2024. The meeting is a special session held via Zoom.
- Resolution 01-14-25:01 to certify review and approval of final plans and cost estimate for Newfield Elementary School roof project
- Project manual and professional cost estimate prepared in accordance with ASTM UNIFORMAT II Level 3 standard
- Board will vote on the resolution; no other action items on the agenda
TLC Committee Meeting
The Teaching, Learning, and Culture (TLC) Committee of Stamford Public Schools will discuss the budget implications of Master Staffing Phase II. The agenda includes opening and closing procedures. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed.
- Master Staffing Phase II: Budget Implications