Hartford Public Schools CT public meetings in 2022
78 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from committees and several action items. The board will vote on appointing Paul Foster as Deputy Superintendent, approve contracts for CT Forum, Ready CT, and UnboundEd, and adopt several policies. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session.
- Appointment of Paul Foster as Deputy Superintendent, salary $195,000, effective Jan 17, 2023
- Contract with CT Forum for $140,000 (SMSA - SEIG Grant)
- Contract with Ready CT for $207,426 (Great Path - SEIG Grant)
- Contract with UnboundEd for $100,000 (MLK/Weaver)
- Adoption of policies on physical force, restraint, pesticide applications, and soliciting funds
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee will review and vote on three contracts totaling $447,426, funded by ESSER and other grants, for school programs. These items are recommended for approval at the regular board meeting. The committee will also receive an informational update on year-to-date financials through October.
- SMSA contract with CT Forum for $140,000 (Dec 2022–June 2024) for Youth Talks programs
- Great Path Academy contract with ReadyCT for $207,426 (Dec 2022–June 2024) for work-based learning coordinator
- MLK and Weaver contract with UnboundEd for $100,000 ($50K per school) for professional learning
- Contract amendment with Education Resource Strategies for $12,000 (Jan–Mar 2023)
- YTD 2022-23 financials through October (informational)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board held a special meeting to review the Fall 2022 Climate & Culture Survey results and then entered executive session to discuss a personnel matter regarding Superintendent Dr. Torres-Rodriguez. All motions passed unanimously.
- Review of Fall 2022 Climate & Culture Survey results
- Executive session on personnel matter regarding Superintendent Dr. Torres-Rodriguez
- Motions to enter and exit executive session passed
- Meeting adjourned
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on several school policies. Items on the agenda include second readings of revised policies on use of physical force, physical restraint and seclusion, pesticide applications, and student fundraising, as well as first readings of policies on student attire, alternative education programs, and student welfare. The committee will also consider proposed changes to public comment rules.
- Second reading: Use of Physical Force (5144.1)
- Second reading: Physical Restraint, Seclusion and Use of Exclusionary Time-Out (5144.11)
- Second reading: Pesticide Applications (3524.1)
- Second reading: Soliciting Funds from and by Students (1324)
- First reading: Student Attire (5132), Alternative Education Programs (6172), Student Welfare (5141.3)
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee will consider four contract approvals funded by ESSER and School Improvement Grants, totaling $313,973, for programs at SMSA, Great Path Academy, Weaver/MLK, and district-wide equity work. They will also receive an informational overview of Learning Walks. All items are for the regular board meeting.
- $140,000 contract with CT Forum for Youth Talks at SMSA (ESSER funds)
- $73,973 contract with ReadyCT for work-based learning coordinator at Great Path Academy
- $100,000 contract with UnboundEd for teacher training at Weaver and MLK
- Contract with The Leadership Academy for equity work (amount not listed)
- Informational item: Learning Walks overview
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from committees and several action items. The board approved a $199,000 contract with Adams & Knight for a recruitment campaign, accepted state adult education grants, and approved a budget transfer. Policies on physical force, restraint, pesticides, and student fundraising were introduced for a first reading.
- Approved $199,000 contract with Adams & Knight for recruitment campaign (Phase 2: Representation Matters)
- Accepted Adult Education Provider Grant of $2,802,300 and CEE grants for Literacy Volunteers ($112,211) and Urban League ($6,461)
- Approved net-zero budget transfer to pay Stepping Stone Group LLC for up to 30 paraprofessionals
- First reading of policies on Use of Physical Force, Physical Restraint, Pesticide Applications, and Soliciting Funds from Students
- Entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining documents
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee will consider accepting a $2,802,300 state adult education grant and a $199,000 contract continuation for a recruitment campaign. They will also review year-to-date financials through September.
- Acceptance of $2,802,300 Adult Education Provider Grant from CSDE
- Acceptance of Cooperating Eligible Entities Grants: $112,211 for Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford and $6,461 for Urban League of Greater Hartford
- Contract continuation approval for Adams & Knight (Phase 2: Representation Matters) at $199,000 from ESSER funds
- Review of YTD 2022-23 financials through September
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee is meeting virtually to receive informational updates and reports. Agenda items include a presentation from community partner Higher Heights, an update from the Office of Operations covering school choice, facilities, transportation, food service, and technology, and reports on School Governance Councils, the Welcome Center, and Title I funds. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Presentation by Higher Heights community partner
- Office of Operations update on school choice, facilities, transportation, food service, technology
- School Governance Councils report (11-1-22 SGC Report.pdf)
- Welcome Center report for October 2022 with intake graphs
- Title I Parent Activity Report (11.2.2022)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
This is a workshop meeting of the Board of Education, held virtually. The main item is a discussion and information session on Attendance, Culture and Engagement (ACE), with a presentation attached. The meeting opens and closes with procedural items, including a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of Attendance, Culture and Engagement (ACE) program
- Presentation slides attached (BOE 11-1-22 BOE ACE Workshop PPT.pdf)
- Virtual workshop meeting format
- Procedural call to order and adjournment
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee is holding a first reading of four proposed policies: use of physical force, physical restraint/seclusion/time-out, pesticide applications, and soliciting funds from/by students. The committee will also discuss the public comment by-law. These are first readings, meaning the policies are being introduced for discussion, not yet adopted.
- 1.01 Use of Physical Force policy first reading
- 1.02 Physical Restraint, Seclusion and Use of Exclusionary Time-Out policy first reading
- 1.03 Pesticide Applications policy first reading (with attached CABE Policy 3524_1.pdf)
- 1.04 Soliciting Funds from and by Students policy first reading (with attached CABE 1324.pdf)
- 2.01 Public Comment (By-Laws 9321) discussion
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee will consider accepting a $2,802,300 state adult education grant and approving a $199,000 contract continuation for a recruitment campaign. They will also review fall English language arts academic data as an informational item.
- Acceptance of $2,802,300 Adult Education Provider Grant from CSDE for GED, ESL, citizenship, and NEDP programs
- Acceptance of Cooperating Eligible Entities Grants: $112,211 for Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford and $6,461 for Urban League of Greater Hartford
- Contract continuation approval for Adams & Knight at $199,000 funded by ESSER for recruitment and retention campaign
- Review of fall ELA academic data (informational)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a virtual retreat. The agenda includes discussions on the district's safety and security update, a foundation update, an introduction to 'Reimagining Education in HPS,' and a city charter amendment for the November 2022 ballot. The board will also discuss a quarterly newsletter and adjourn with a motion.
- Discussion: HPS Safety and Security Update
- Discussion: HPS Foundation Update
- Discussion: Reimagining Education in HPS - Intro
- Discussion: Hartford Charter Amendment for November 2022 (with explanatory text PDF)
- Discussion: Board Newsletter (quarterly)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 18, 2022, at Weaver High School. The board adopted Policy 2251 on the District Data Dashboard, approved consent agenda items including Burns Latino Studies Academy Phase 3A technology construction documents, and authorized the non-renewal of a non-tenured teacher's contract. Committee reports covered student engagement, policy reviews, family engagement, and budget development.
- Adopted Policy 2251 - Data Dashboard (second reading)
- Approved Burns Latino Studies Academy Phase 3A technology construction documents (State Project #064-0312)
- Authorized contract non-renewal for teacher Abraham Macias
- Entered executive session for contract non-renewal discussion
- Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss two items: an update on Weaver High School and the technology component of the Burns Phase 3A project. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to these discussion items.
- Weaver Update
- Burns Phase 3A – Technology
Human Resources Committee (Ad Hoc)
The Hartford Public Schools Human Resources Committee is meeting for a non-renewal hearing regarding Abraham Macias. The agenda includes a deliberation on this matter. No other business is listed.
- Non-renewal hearing and deliberation for Abraham Macias
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee is meeting virtually to review the 2023-24 budget development timeline and receive an informational report on year-to-date financials through August 2022. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Overview of 2023-24 Budget Development Timeline
- YTD 2022-23 Financials through August (informational report)
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Family & Community Engagement Committee is meeting virtually to receive informational updates and discuss reports. Items include a presentation on Ready CT, an update on the F.A.C.E.S. program, and reports on School Governance Councils, the Welcome Center, and Title I funds. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-focused, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- Ready CT presentation (informational)
- F.A.C.E.S. (Family & Community Educational Supports) update
- Office of Operations update covering School Choice, Facilities, Transportation, Food Service, and Technology
- School Governance Councils report (informational, discussion)
- Welcome Center Report with September 2022 intake comparison graph
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a virtual workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion and information session on the state of talent management at HPS, presented with a slide deck. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with a call to order and a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion: State of Talent Management at HPS (with presentation PDF)
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review several policies. They will conduct a second reading of the District Data Dashboard policy (2251) and first readings of policies on Use of Physical Force (5144.1) and Physical Restraint, Seclusion and Use of Exclusionary Time-Out (5144.11). The committee will also discuss proposed changes to the Public Comment policy (By-Laws 9321).
- Second reading of District Data Dashboard policy (2251)
- First reading of Use of Physical Force policy (5144.1)
- First reading of Physical Restraint, Seclusion and Use of Exclusionary Time-Out policy (5144.11)
- Discussion of proposed changes to Public Comment policy (By-Laws 9321)
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Teaching & Learning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss a student engagement update. The agenda contains one item, with an attached presentation for the committee's review. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Student Engagement Update
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from committees and action on several contracts. The board voted to authorize the superintendent to explore establishing a Hartford Public Schools Foundation. It also approved community schools contracts and a contract for the ELLevation platform.
- Resolution passed to explore creating a Hartford Public Schools Foundation (8-1).
- Approved community schools contracts with agencies including The Village for Families & Children ($1,496,000), Catholic Charities ($925,000), Boys & Girls Club of Hartford ($555,140), and others.
- Approved $80,175 contract with Curriculum Associates for the ELLevation platform.
- Committee reports include contract renewals for ReVISION Learning and International Institute of Restorative Practices.
- Enrollment update: 1,244 students registered since July; 823 in August.
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a virtual workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion and information session on state summative assessments, with attached documents on 2022 results and a state data response outline. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with a call to order and a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of 2022 State Summative Assessments results
- Review of State Data Response Outline
- Workshop meeting held virtually at 5:30 p.m.
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee will consider several contract actions, including a resolution to explore an HPS Foundation and continuation of community schools contracts totaling over $3.4 million. They will also review a preliminary end-of-year financial report and an update on ESSER/ARP return on investment.
- Resolution to explore HPS Foundation
- Community Schools contracts: Active City ($75,000), Boys & Girls Club ($555,140), Career Resources ($75,000), Catholic Charities ($925,000), The Village ($1,496,000), Blue Hills Civic Association ($285,000)
- Contract approval: Curriculum Associates ELLevation Platform ($80,175)
- Contract renewal: ReVISION Learning ($172,000)
- Contract continuation: International Institute of Restorative Practices ($92,650)
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee will discuss and review contracts for community school services for the 2022-2023 school year, including amounts and funding sources. The agenda also includes informational updates on summer programs, operations, and various reports.
- Community Schools contracts: Active City ($75,000), Boys & Girls Club ($555,140), Career Resources ($75,000), Catholic Charities ($925,000), The Village ($1,496,000), Blue Hills Civic Association ($285,000)
- Summer Program Update: Community Partners (informational)
- Office of Operations Update: School Choice, Facilities, Transportation, Food Service and Technology
- School Governance Council Training on Sept 22 at Naylor School, 639 Franklin Avenue
- F.A.C.E.S. Conference on Sept 17 at Weaver High School, 415 Granby Street
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially revise policies on public comment procedures and a district data dashboard. The agenda includes old business items, but no specific decisions are listed.
- Review of Public Comment policy (By-Laws 9321)
- Review of District Data Dashboard policy (2251)
- Discussion of old business items
Human Resources Committee (Ad Hoc)
The Hartford Public Schools Human Resources Committee is holding a non-renewal hearing, specifically the second part for Abraham Macias. This is a personnel matter regarding the potential non-renewal of an employment contract. The meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2022, at the Central Office.
- Non-Renewal Hearing - Pt. 2 (Abraham Macias)
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee will consider three contract actions totaling $344,825, funded by federal ESSER and state Commissioner's Network special funds. The committee will also receive an update on the 2022 summer academic program.
- Contract approval: Curriculum Associates ELLevation Platform, $80,175, ESSER funds
- Contract renewal: ReVISION Learning, $172,000, Commissioner's Network funds
- Contract continuation: International Institute of Restorative Practices, $92,650, ESSER funds
- Summer 2022 Program Report presented for update
Human Resources Committee (Ad Hoc)
The Hartford Public Schools Human Resources Committee is meeting virtually to conduct a non-renewal hearing for Abraham Macias. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.
- Non-renewal hearing for Abraham Macias
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with several action items. The board will vote on adopting two policies: one on transgender and gender non-conforming youth and another on family engagement. The board will also consider approving several contracts, including for alternative programming and communication services.
- Adoption of Policy 5145.53 (Transgender and Gender Non Conforming Youth)
- Adoption of Policy 6172.4 (Family Engagement)
- Contract with OPP for $660,000 for alternative programming
- Contract with Boys & Girls Club for $120,000 for Hope Academy
- Contract with ParentSquare for $85,000 for communications platform
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to review and approve four contract continuations for the August regular meeting, including OPP, Hope Academy, Language Lines, and ParentSquare. The board will also receive an update on the District Strategic Operating Plan and discuss key takeaways.
- Contract continuation with OPP, Inc. for $660,000 from General Funds for alternative programming for over-age, under-credited students.
- Contract continuation with Hope Academy for $120,000 from Special Funds (Alliance Grant) for facility use at Boys & Girls Club, September 2022–June 2023.
- Contract continuation with Language Lines, Inc. for $120,000 from Special Funds for 24/7 phone interpretation in over 240 languages.
- Contract continuation with ParentSquare, Inc. for $85,000 from Title 1 funds for district-wide family communication software.
- District Strategic Operating Plan update presentation.
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Committee of the Whole is holding a virtual meeting to discuss two main topics: follow-up on post-secondary investment pathways and the results of a culture and climate survey. The meeting is a discussion, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- Follow-up discussion on Post Secondary Investment Pathways
- Presentation of Culture & Climate Survey Results (attachment: CoW_PPT_CultureClimateSurvey_08032022.pdf)
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is holding a virtual meeting to conduct second readings of two mandated policies: one on family engagement (6172.4) and one on transgender and gender non-conforming youth (5145.53). The committee will also receive informational items regarding CABE Awards. No votes or decisions are noted in the agenda.
- Second reading of Family Engagement policy 6172.4
- Second reading of Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth policy 5145.53
- Informational item on CABE Awards
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 19, 2022, at Weaver High School. The board voted on several contract continuations and approvals, including therapy services, literacy software, and standardized testing. The agenda also included reports from the Chair and Superintendent, as well as public comment.
- Approved $1,008,525 contract with CBS Therapy for school-based therapy services
- Approved $2,406,216 contract with The Stepping Stone Group for speech-language and paraeducator services
- Approved $57,440 contract with Lexia Learning Systems for LETRS literacy professional learning
- Approved $95,023 contract with College Board for PSAT/SAT assessments
- Approved $314,000 contract with Hartford Performs for arts programs
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and prepare for action on four contracts for the July regular meeting, including continuations for Hartford Performs, Trinity Health Athletic Trainers, and College Board, plus a new contract with Lexia Learning Systems. The board will also hear presentations on the Equity Innovation Grant and Safety & Security in Schools.
- Contract continuation: Hartford Performs, $314,000, funded by Special Funds - Alliance Grant
- Contract continuation: Trinity Health Athletic Trainers, $240,000, ending June 30, 2024
- Contract approval: Lexia Learning Systems LLC, $57,440, for LETRS Early Childhood professional learning
- Contract continuation: College Board, $95,023, for PSAT/NMSQT and SAT administration
- Presentations on Equity Innovation Grant and Safety & Security in Schools
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education's Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider six contract continuation approvals for special education services, totaling over $4.4 million. These contracts cover software, therapy staffing, and behavioral health services, all aimed at maintaining compliance with state and federal special education mandates. The board will also review a presentation on the return on investment of ESSER/ARP funds.
- Contract continuation with Frontline for $109,182/year for special education data system support
- Contract continuation with CBS Therapy for $1,008,525 for speech and occupational therapy staffing
- Contract continuation with The Stepping Stone Group for $2,406,216 for speech-language and paraeducator services
- Contract continuation with Soliant Health for $500,000 for special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists
- Contract continuation with Connecticut Behavioral Health for $301,230 for behavioral health services
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education held a special meeting to approve two fund transfers. The board authorized an additional $2 million transfer to the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving for the Post-Graduation Launching Pad, bringing the total to $4 million. It also approved a $500,000 transfer to the Sundry account for the Other Post Retirement Benefits (OPEB) Trust to help reach full funding.
- Approved $2,000,000 transfer to Hartford Foundation for Public Giving for Post-Graduation Launching Pad
- Approved $500,000 transfer to Sundry account for OPEB Trust
- Both motions passed unanimously with 6 ayes
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from committees and several action items. The most consequential item is a proposed $2 million transfer to the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving to fund a post-secondary savings program for students. The board will also vote on contract continuations for mental health services and other programs.
- Transfer of $2,000,000 to Hartford Foundation for Public Giving for student post-secondary funds
- Contract continuation with Effective School Solutions (ESS) for $1,671,000, funded by ESSER
- Contract continuations for RISE, READY CT, Achievement Network (ANET), PowerSchool, Qualtrics, and summer contracts
- Policy revisions: graduation requirements, board meetings, transgender and gender non-conforming youth policy
- Facilities updates: Bulkeley project, Wish/Betances/Kennelly, McDonough/Moylan/Parkville
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee met to discuss several contract continuations for the 2022-23 school year. Items included renewals for instructional support, mental health services, and educational software.
- Renewal of Achievement Network (ANET) contract for $1,370,000.00 using ESSER funds
- Renewal of Effective School Solutions (ESS) contract for $1,671,000.00 using ESSER funds
- Renewal of PowerSchool Group LLC contract for $519,092.63
- Renewal of READY CT contract for $353,020.00 using ESSER funds
- Renewal of Qualtrics contract for $87,600.00
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and receive information on several items, including summer learning contracts, early investments for student post-secondary access, a family engagement policy review, and updates on school governance councils and the Welcome Center. The agenda includes informational and discussion items, with no final votes scheduled.
- Summer Contracts: comprehensive summer learning programs (Early Start, Middle Grades, Special Education, Summer Bridge, Credit Recovery) from July 5-29, with CBO enrichment funding via RFP
- Leveraging the Surplus: Early Investments to Support Student Post Secondary Access (presentation attached)
- Family Engagement Policy review (CABE Model Policy - Title I Family Engagement - 6172_4)
- School Governance Councils Update (report attached)
- Monthly Welcome Center Report (intakes comparison and report attached)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Board of Education held a workshop meeting to conduct a School Governance Councils Showcase. The session was for discussion and information purposes regarding the council showcase.
- School Governance Councils Showcase presentation
School Choice & Facilities Committee
The School Choice & Facilities Committee met to receive informational updates. The agenda included discussions regarding the Office of Enrollment & School Choice, construction/facilities, and transportation.
- Office of Enrollment & School Choice update
- Facilities/Construction update
- Transportation update
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee will consider four contract continuations totaling over $3.5 million, funded by special funds including ESSER and a Barr Foundation grant. These contracts cover high school transformation support, career pathways, mental health services, and instructional coaching. The committee will take action on these items for the regular board meeting.
- RISE contract continuation: $104,034.50 (Barr Foundation Grant) for 9th grade on-track support at Bulkeley, Hartford High, Kinsella, and Weaver
- ReadyCT contract continuation: $353,020 (ESSER) for career pathways at Bulkeley and Weaver high schools
- Effective School Solutions contract continuation: $1,671,000 (ESSER) for school-based mental health services, expanding to Burr Middle School and Betances STEM Magnet Academy
- Achievement Network (ANET) contract continuation: $1,370,000 (ESSER) for instructional coaching and curriculum support across 39 schools
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Committee of the Whole met to discuss leveraging a budget surplus for early investments. The discussion focused on supporting student access to post-secondary opportunities.
- Leveraging budget surplus in early investments to support student post-secondary access
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from several committees. Key topics include a review of the special education process and a new state IEP system, an update on school choice lottery results and facilities, and policy changes on exemptions and graduation requirements. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the chair and superintendent.
- Special education process review and new CT-SEDS IEP system effective July 1, 2022
- RSCO magnet lottery Round 1: 2,468 offers, including 1,169 to Hartford residents
- Transportation contract extended by 1 year, to be presented at May 9 Finance Committee
- Policy 6144.1 expands curricular exemptions from 4 to 8 areas
- Graduation policy update to require 25 credits and support incarcerated youth
Human Resources Committee (Ad Hoc)
The Human Resources Committee is holding a non-renewal hearing for Abraham Macias. This is a personnel matter, not a policy decision.
- Non-renewal hearing for Abraham Macias
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several contracts and expenditures, including a $20 million one-year extension of the Autumn Transportation bus contract, a $94,877 final phase of Papercut print software implementation, and a $58,200 renewal of the DecisionEd data system. They will also hear informational updates on a $233,000 recruitment marketing campaign and a $159,048 extension of the TNTP talent consulting contract, plus a proposal to hire international teachers through International Alliance Group. The meeting includes a year-to-date budget report and ESSER spending progress update.
- Autumn Transportation contract extension: $20 million for 1 year
- Papercut (Ricoh) software Phase III: $94,877 from General Funds
- DecisionEd contract renewal: $58,200 from Title IV funds
- Adams & Knight recruitment campaign: $233,000 from ESSER/ARP
- TNTP extension: $159,048 from ESSER
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee is reviewing the annual Healthy Food Certification for the 2022-23 school year. The meeting also includes an overview of summer school providers and updates on school governance councils.
- Annual Healthy Food Certification for the 2022-23 school year
- Summer School Providers Overview
- School Governance Councils Update
- Monthly Welcome Center Report
- Title I Funds Update
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review and discuss several school board policies. Items include second readings of mandated policies on special education, pre-school special education, and exemption from instruction, as well as first reading of a policy on incarcerated youth high school credit and graduation requirements. Other policies on board powers, committees, and meeting conduct are also on the agenda.
- Second reading of Special Education Program policy 6171
- Second reading of Pre-school Special Ed Program policy 6171.2
- Second reading of Exemption from Instruction policy 6144.1
- First reading of Incarcerated Youth HS Credit/Grad Requirements (6140/6146)
- Review of Board Committees policy 9321 and Robert's Rules (9321.3)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The board held a workshop meeting to receive an update on the DME SOP implementation. The session included a closer look at Strategy 1.2 regarding Academic Systems of Support.
- DME SOP Implementation Update
- Review of Strategy 1.2: Academic Systems of Support
School Choice & Facilities Committee
The committee will receive a construction recap presentation regarding Burns School Phase III. The meeting also includes informational updates regarding the Office of Enrollment & School Choice and transportation.
- Burns School Phase III renovation construction recap
- Office of Enrollment & School Choice update
- Transportation update
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee of Hartford Public Schools is holding a virtual meeting to discuss the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process, which is the special education evaluation and placement procedure. The item is listed as informational and for discussion, with a presentation attached.
- Discussion of the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process
- Presentation on PPT process (1,634 KB PDF attached)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with reports from committees on chronic absenteeism, summer programs, facilities, and finances. The board will vote on administrative appointments, contract extensions, and budget transfers, including a $5.6 million non-lapsing account adjustment and a $57,000 cleanup cost for fentanyl contamination at SMSA.
- Approve Esmeralda Figueroa as Principal at Parkville Community School, salary $129,917
- Approve Jeffrey Mosley as Principal at Bulkeley High School, salary $162,154
- Approve Tiffany Webley as Principal at Weaver High School, salary $135,849
- Contract extension for Education Resource Strategies funded by ARP/ESSER
- Budget transfers including $5.6 million non-lapsing account and $57,000 for SMSA cleanup
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee met to discuss several funding items, including E-Rate telecommunications applications and various grant acceptances. The committee also reviewed budgetary transfers related to school vacancies, utility costs, and remediation expenses.
- Contract extension for Education Resource Strategies (ERS) for $375,000
- E-Rate application for telecommunications services totaling $2,663,069.41
- Acceptance of $154,200 School Security Grant for camera upgrades at Milner, Betances, and Sanchez schools
- Acceptance of $397,612 McKinney-Vento grant for homeless student services
- Budget transfer (Journal 699) of approximately $57,000 for fentanyl remediation at SMSA
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee will discuss accepting two state grants totaling $522,612: $125,000 for Family Resource Centers and $397,612 for homeless student support. They will also receive updates on the Family & Caregiver Academy, School Governance Councils, the Welcome Center, and Title I funds.
- $125,000 CSDE grant for Family Resource Centers, $25,000 per site at Burns, Rawson, SAND, Wish, and Sanchez schools
- $397,612 ARP ESSER HCY II grant for homeless students, including hotspots, cellphones, and a new program assistant
- Sanchez school book project 'Our Family, Our Community, Our Future' with 4th-5th graders and parents
- Updates on Family & Caregiver Academy and School Governance Councils
- Monthly Welcome Center report and Title I funds update
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Board of Education held a workshop meeting to receive an update on the implementation of the Continuum of Athletics Extended Day Programs. The session was for discussion and information purposes.
- Implementation update: Continuum of Athletics Extended Day Programs
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review mandated policies. Four policies are scheduled for a second reading, including student discipline regarding drugs and alcohol, medication administration, food allergies, and instruction on harmful substances. Three additional policies are scheduled for a first reading, covering special education, pre-school special education, and exemption from instruction.
- Second reading: Student Discipline (5131.6 - Drugs, Tobacco, Alcohol)
- Second reading: Administering Medications (5141.21)
- Second reading: Food Allergies (5141.25)
- Second reading: Instruction about Harmful Effects of Substances (6164.11)
- First reading: Special Education Program (6171), Pre-school Special Ed (6171.2), Exemption from Instruction (6144.1)
School Choice & Facilities Committee
The Hartford Public Schools School Choice & Facilities Committee is meeting virtually to receive informational updates on enrollment and school choice, new school construction projects, and transportation. The agenda includes a discussion of the Weaver Fire Code as part of the facilities update. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.
- Office of Enrollment & School Choice update
- Forecasting of new school construction projects
- Weaver Fire Code discussion
- Transportation update
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee met to receive an update on chronic absenteeism. The committee also reviewed an overview of the summer school program.
- Chronic Absenteeism Update (Informational/Discussion)
- Summer School Program Overview (Informational)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education approved the acceptance of $1,000,000 annually through 2026 to support the North Hartford Ascend Pipeline. The board also voted to appoint three new principals and authorized an application for the Commissioner's Network for McDonough Middle School.
- Accepted $1,000,000 annual funding from CT Children's Medical Center for North Hartford Ascend Pipeline
- Appointed Alesia Ettson as Principal of Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy ($129,917)
- Appointed Annika Maybin as Principal of Rawson Elementary School ($129,917)
- Appointed Alison Giuliano as Principal of Sport & Medical Sciences Academy ($139,797)
- Authorized application for the CSDE Commissioner's Network for McDonough Middle School
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing the acceptance of $1,000,000 in annual funds for the North Hartford Ascend Pipeline. The committee is also considering a one-year contract extension for The Causeway Agency and an application for McDonough Middle School to join the CSDE Commissioner’s Network.
- Acceptance of $1,000,000 annually for 5 years from CT Children's Medical Center for North Hartford Ascend Pipeline
- One-year contract extension for The Causeway Agency for $200,000 (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023)
- Application for McDonough Middle School to join the CSDE Commissioner’s Network
- Year to Date Budget Report through December 2021
- Progress monitoring of ESSER II and ARP spending
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee of Hartford Public Schools is meeting virtually to review several reports and updates. Items include the Hartford Parent University report, a Promise Neighborhood Grant discussion, School Governance Councils update, the monthly Welcome Center report, and a Title I Funds update. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-focused, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- HPU Report covering November 2021-February 2022
- Promise Neighborhood Grant discussion
- School Governance Councils Update
- Monthly Welcome Center Report with intake data
- Title I Funds Update with parent activity data
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board is holding a virtual workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion and information update on hiring, recruitment, and retention, specifically part 2 of 'Reimagining the Teaching Job'. The meeting also includes procedural items for calling the meeting to order and adjourning.
- Discussion: Hiring, Recruitment, and Retention Update: Reimagining the Teaching Job (Part 2)
- Attachments: HPS Long-Term Financial Sustainability Stakeholder Engagement.pdf
- Attachments: HPS March Board Workshop_ Reimagining the Teaching Job (Part 2)_vFINAL_UPDATED.pptx.pdf
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee met to conduct second readings of mandated policies regarding student discipline. The committee also held first readings for new or revised policies concerning medication administration, food allergies, and possession of prohibited items on school property.
- Second reading of Student Discipline (5131.6) policy
- First reading of Administering Medications (5141.21) policy
- First reading of Food Allergies (5141.25) policy
- First reading of Possession on School Property (6164.11) policy regarding drugs, tobacco, nicotine, and alcohol
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a virtual retreat to discuss board and superintendent governance, review board roles and legal responsibilities, assess workflow progress, and receive a high-level overview of the Strategic Operating Plan. The meeting is primarily discussion and information, with no formal votes except a motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of board/superintendent governance and leadership
- Review of board roles, legal rights, and responsibilities
- Assessment of workflow progress and planning ahead
- High-level overview of the Strategic Operating Plan
School Choice & Facilities Committee
The committee will review a contract renewal for Causeway and receive updates regarding school choice planning with RSCO. The agenda also includes updates on facilities, construction, Weaver Fire Code matters, and transportation.
- Contract renewal for Causeway
- HPS & RSCO School Choice Planning update
- Facilities/Construction Update
- Weaver Fire Code update
- Transportation Update
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee is meeting virtually to review two items. First, it will consider the Commissioner's Network application for McDonough school, which is a state turnaround program. Second, it will receive an informational update and discussion on high school design, covering the Freshmen Academy, Career Pathways, and Personalized Pathways.
- Commissioner's Network Application for McDonough school
- High School Design Update: Freshmen Academy
- High School Design Update: Career Pathways
- High School Design Update: Personalized Pathways
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The committee is reviewing specific agency contracts for the LEAP program and receiving an update on federal Promise Neighborhood Grant funds. The meeting also includes reports on the Family & Caregiver Academy and monthly Welcome Center data.
- LEAP grant contracts: Catholic Charities ($75,000), COMPASS ($100,000), and The Village for Families & Children ($75,000)
- North Hartford Ascend Pipeline federal funding of $1,000,000 annually over 5 years
- Family & Caregiver Academy project updates
- Monthly Welcome Center intake reports for January 2022
- Title I funds update
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
This special meeting was held to conduct a workshop session regarding the analysis of the Sheff impact on Hartford Public Schools. The session focused on information sharing and discussion based on a provided presentation.
- Workshop session: Analysis of Sheff Impact on HPS
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Board held a special meeting to conduct a workshop regarding the 2022-23 proposed budget. The meeting also included an executive session regarding a personnel matter involving Superintendent Dr. Torres-Rodriguez.
- Review of the 2022-23 Proposed Budget
- Executive Session regarding Superintendent Dr. Torres-Rodriguez
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review school policies. They will conduct a second reading of the attendance policy (5113) and a first reading of the student discipline policy (5131.6), with a related drug and alcohol policy (5137) attached. These are policy review steps, not final decisions.
- Second reading of attendance policy 5113
- First reading of student discipline policy 5131.6
- Drug and alcohol use by students policy 5137 attached
School Choice & Facilities Committee
The School Choice & Facilities Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the Weaver High School fire alarm system, an update on HPS and RSCO school choice planning, a facilities and construction update including Weaver fire code, and a transportation update. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Weaver Fire Alarm System discussion
- HPS & RSCO School Choice Planning update
- Facilities/Construction Update including Weaver Fire Code
- Transportation Update
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee is holding a virtual meeting to discuss the district-wide school year calendar for 2022-23. The agenda lists this as an informational and discussion item, with a draft proposal for a 180-day academic marking period calendar attached.
- Discussion of draft 2022-23 academic marking period calendar (180 days)
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 18, 2022, at Weaver High School. The board voted to adopt policies on student and personnel face masks, and health assessments and immunizations, and approved collective bargaining agreements with the principals' and teachers' unions. The board also held a public hearing on the 2022-23 budget and received reports from committees on academics, school choice, facilities, and finance.
- Adopted Policy 5141.8 on student face masks/face coverings
- Adopted Policy 4118.237 on personnel face masks/face coverings
- Adopted Policy 5141.3 on health assessments, screenings, and immunizations
- Approved $508,250 in state funds for Family Resource Centers at five schools
- Approved collective bargaining agreements with Hartford Principals' and Supervisors' Association and Hartford Federation of Teachers
Imported Meetings: 2018- 2025
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education is holding a virtual workshop meeting to discuss the 2022-23 budget. The agenda includes a budget presentation and a procedural motion to adjourn.
- 2022-23 Budget Presentation (discussion/information item)
Finance & Audit Committee
The Finance & Audit Committee will consider approving $500,000 in contracts for Family Resource Centers at five schools, funded by a state grant. They will also receive updates on a finance risk assessment, year-to-date budget, and ESSER spending, plus an initial presentation on the 2022-23 budget.
- Contract: $500,000 ($100,000/site) for Family Resource Centers, Jan-Jun 2022
- Hispanic Health Council to operate FRC at María C. Sánchez Elementary
- The Village for Families & Children to operate FRCs at Latino Studies Academy at Burns, SAND, Fred D. Wish, and Sara J. Rawson
- Update: Finance Strategic Assessment
- Update: YTD Budget Report through November 2021
Policy Committee
The Hartford Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review mandated policies. They will conduct a second reading of policies on immunizations and face masks, and a first reading of an attendance policy. These are policy review steps, not final decisions.
- Second reading of immunization policy (5153/5141.3)
- Second reading of face mask policy (5141.8)
- Second reading of face mask policy for staff (4118.237/4218.237)
- First reading of attendance policy (5113)
Family & Community Engagement Committee
The Family & Community Engagement Committee will consider accepting a $500,000 state grant to continue operating Family Resource Centers at five schools, and will hear updates on the Welcome Center, School Governance Councils, family engagement, and home visits.
- Accept $500,000 grant from Connecticut State Department of Education for Family Resource Centers
- Contracts with Hispanic Health Council and The Village for Families & Children, Inc. to operate centers
- Centers at María Sánchez Elementary, Latino Studies Academy at Burns, SAND, Fred D. Wish Elementary, and Sara J. Rawson School
- Monthly Welcome Center report (December 2021)
- School Governance Councils and family engagement updates
Teaching & Learning Committee
The Teaching & Learning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss academic data, specifically the Math Interim Assessment I. The agenda includes a presentation on the assessment results.
- Review of Math Interim Assessment I data
- Presentation of academic update (PDF attached)