New Haven School District public meetings in 2025

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and vote on closing public schools on Friday, January 2, 2026, due to the New Year’s holiday. The board also adjourned the meeting after the vote.

• Motion to close New Haven Public Schools on Jan 2, 2026, returning Jan 5, 2026 (approved 6-0)
• Adjournment motion passed unanimously

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to discuss the use of Artificial Intelligence within the school district. The session focuses on sharing information regarding an AI pilot and the Google AI Learning Series.

• Discussion of the AI pilot
• Review of the Google AI Learning Series
• Update on how Artificial Intelligence is being used in New Haven Public Schools

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will meet to approve minutes from November, receive a December stewardship report from ABM, and hear an update on adult education construction. The committee will also discuss the Parks Department strategic plan and a request to install Dedrone equipment at the Sound School.

• Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• December Facilities Stewardship Report by ABM
• Adult Education Construction Update
• Discussion of Parks Department Strategic Plan
• Review of Dedrone equipment request for Sound School

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven School District Food Service Task Force Committee meets to discuss updates on food service operations, food gaps in the district, allergy policies, and sustainable food initiatives. The meeting also includes a review of the share table policy.

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

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is deciding on various personnel reports, committee schedules, and facility contracts. Key actions include approving funding for boiler replacements and energy efficiency upgrades across multiple schools. The meeting also includes a presentation on budget planning stakeholder feedback.

• School Improvement Grant for Roberto Clemente School in the amount of $200,000.00
• Contract with GAT Construction, LLC for district-wide bathroom repairs not to exceed $200,000.00
• Boiler replacements at Celentano School ($185,002.00) and Clinton Ave School ($138,955.30)
• Agreement with United Illuminating Company for LED lighting retrofits at Beecher, Davis St, and Conte West Hills schools
• Agreement with Greenskies Clean Energy for solar parking canopies at Clemente School and Career High School

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee is meeting to conduct a first reading of Policy 5131.911 regarding bullying. The committee will also discuss updates to the Share Table Policy.

• First reading of Policy 5131.911 Bullying Policy
• Discussion on Share Table Policy update

Governance Committee Meeting

The New Haven School District Governance Committee’s regular meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025, was cancelled. No votes, decisions, or substantive discussions occurred. The meeting was set to include procedural items and a first reading of a share table policy update, but these were not addressed.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is voting on personnel reports and several financial abstracts, including a large federal grant for magnet schools. The board is also reviewing HVAC upgrades for multiple schools and a lease for commercial space on Meadow Street.

• Magnet School Assistance Program Grant for $2,965,506.00
• Lease agreement for 1,733 sq ft at 54 Meadow St not to exceed $28,738.84
• HVAC control upgrades at BRADA ($77,039.68) and Wexler Grant School ($54,074.28)
• School Improvement Grants for Hillhouse ($304,000.00) and Lincoln Bassett ($200,000.00)
• Cisco Umbrella renewal purchase order not to exceed $84,690.00

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The committee is reviewing several grant abstracts, including a $2.9 million Magnet School Assistance Program grant. Members will also discuss the October 2025 financial report, budget mitigation, and various facility purchase orders.

• Magnet School Assistance Program Grant for $2,965,506.00
• HVAC control system upgrades at BRADA ($77,039.68), Wexler Grant School ($54,074.28), and Conte School ($43,177.48)
• Metal detector equipment for BRADA High School for $14,883.00
• Commercial lease for 1,733 sq ft at 54 Meadow St for $28,738.84
• Cisco Umbrella renewal purchase order for $84,690.00

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The committee met to approve minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting and discuss the ABM Stewardship Report. The meeting consisted primarily of procedural actions and a facilities report.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of the ABM Stewardship Report

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The New Haven School District’s Food Service Task Force meets to receive updates on district food service operations, including gaps in food access, food allergy policies, and a sustainable food initiative. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is meeting to vote on personnel reports and facility contracts. The board is also receiving a presentation on student engagement and attendance.

• Amendment to Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating Inc. agreement for HVAC projects at Edgewood and Lincoln Bassett ($2,061,000.00)
• Purchase order for Air Temp Mechanical Services, Inc. for boiler replacement at John Daniels School (not to exceed $98,229.00)
• Purchase order for SHI International for Securly digital monitoring licenses (not to exceed $18,250.00)
• Presentation on Student Engagement and Attendance by Dr. Gemma Joseph Lumpkin and Mr. Matthew Brown
• Review of NHPS Facilities Funding Gap Summary

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education met to authorize grant applications for roof projects at Truman School, James Hillhouse High School, and Wilbur Cross High School. The board also approved the education specifications for these three facilities.

• Grant application to Department of Administrative Services for Truman School roof project
• Approval of Education Specifications for Truman School
• Grant application to Department of Administrative Services for James Hillhouse High School roof project
• Approval of Education Specifications for James Hillhouse High School
• Grant application to Department of Administrative Services for Wilbur Cross High School roof project

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven School District Finance & Operations Committee will review and recommend approval of several contracts and amendments, including a $2,061,000 HVAC contract amendment and a $98,229 boiler replacement at John Daniels School. The committee will also discuss budget mitigation plans and data-sharing policies.

• $2,061,000 HVAC contract amendment with Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating Inc. (Edgewood & Lincoln Bassett schools)
• $98,229 boiler replacement and burner installation at John Daniels School
• $18,250 purchase order for Securly student chat/email monitoring licenses
• FY25-26 budget mitigation and plans for remainder of fiscal year
• Policy 3520.13(a) data-sharing policies discussion

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is voting on personnel reports, snow removal contracts, and various educational grants. The meeting includes approvals for technology upgrades and specialized student programming.

• Purchase order for 3,000 Lenovo Chromebooks not to exceed $966,000
• Snow removal contracts for Zones 1-5 awarded to Tim's Enterprise LLC, Cheapscapes LLC, and Concrete Creations LLC (up to $120,000 each)
• Alliance District Grant in the amount of $28,314,805
• Agreement with Children's Community Program Connecticut for 'at risk' students not to exceed $525,000
• Substitute ARPA agreement with Trifecta Ecosystems, Inc. for a shipping container farm not to exceed $250,000

Governance Committee Meeting

The New Haven School District Governance Committee will meet to consider a first reading of Policy 5144.12 on restorative practices in student discipline. The committee will also approve minutes from September and handle any other business.

• First reading of Policy 5144.12: Restorative Practices Response in Student Discipline
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 23, 2025

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review and recommend approval of over $1.5 million in spending, including $966,000 for 3,000 Lenovo Chromebooks and $600,000 for snow removal services across five zones. The committee will also discuss accepting a $28.3 million Alliance District Grant from the state and a $300,000 School Improvement Grant for Troup School. Other items include agreements for legal services, lobbying, and a shipping container farm at High School in the Community.

• Purchase of 3,000 Lenovo Chromebooks for $966,000 from CDW-G
• Award of five snow/ice removal contracts totaling up to $600,000
• Alliance District Grant of $28,314,805 from the CT State Department of Education
• Agreement with Children's Community Program for $525,000 for at-risk student program
• Substitute ARPA agreement for a $250,000 shipping container farm at High School in the Community

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to discuss personalized learning experiences for high school students. Supervisor Dina Natalino will present end-of-year data regarding College and Career Pathways.

• Review of end-of-year data for students in College and Career Pathways

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on a series of financial items including grants, agreements, contracts, and purchase orders. Key decisions include a $1.9 million agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School and a $106,250 purchase order for Google Workspace for Education Plus. The board also approved minutes and a personnel report.

• Agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School for $1,942,855.00 to operate a charter school for 320 students
• Purchase order with CDW-G for Google Workspace for Education Plus at $106,250.00
• Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Performance Suite at $105,022.80
• Agreement with Teach for America for tutoring at Lincoln Bassett School at $93,000.00
• Youth Service Prevention Program Grant of $75,000.00 for after-school programming at Barack Obama School

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will discuss the October stewardship report from ABM and receive an update on Adult Ed construction. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Discussion of October Stewardship Report from ABM (12,216 KB attachment)
• Update on Adult Education construction project

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss updates regarding food service operations and the Share Table Program. Members will also review progress on food gap subgroup initiatives and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Service Update discussion
• Share Table Program Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates regarding district food gaps
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Sustainable Food Initiative update on local food access and waste reduction

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review and recommend approval of several agreements, purchase orders, and contracts, including a $1.9 million agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School. The committee will also discuss special education funding, facilities management, and custodial transition. All items are for information or recommendation to the Board of Education.

• Agreement with Elm City Montessori Charter School for $1,942,855.00
• Amendment with All Pointe Home Care, LLC increasing funding by $97,950.00 to $439,050.00 for nursing services
• Purchase order for Google Workspace for Education Plus at $106,250.00
• Contract award for on-call roofing services up to $150,000.00
• Discussion on special education funding and facilities management contract

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold a regular meeting to review the School Climate Policy. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of the policy, and other business as needed, followed by adjournment.

• Review of School Climate Policy (file attached)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved a $2,061,000 HVAC contract for Edgewood and Lincoln-Bassett schools, a $4,469,651 Priority School District grant, and a $446,650 cyber security services agreement. The board also accepted three school building projects as complete and approved numerous other grants, contracts, and agreements.

• $2,061,000 contract with Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating for RTU HVAC replacements at Edgewood and Lincoln-Bassett schools
• $4,469,651 Priority School District grant from CT State Department of Education
• $446,650 agreement with SynackTek for cyber security services
• $508,000 Commissioners Network Grant for Troup School writing program
• $129,850 MOU with City of New Haven for an assistant corporation counsel

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss and possibly approve international trips, review the Fine Arts Department plan for 2025-2026, and set the committee's discussion topics for the year. The meeting also includes procedural items like call to order and adjournment.

• Review and possibly approve international trips (Supervisor Haxhi will recommend one field trip)
• Discussion of the 2025-2026 Fine Arts Department plan (Supervisor Holly Maxson to share programming and professional learning)
• Present and discuss the topic calendar for the year (Dr. Joyner and Asst. Supt. Redd-Hannans)
• Elevating Fine Arts as a topic for action/adjourn
• 2025-2026 Discussion Topics for the Year as a topic for action/adjourn

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider over $7 million in new contracts and grants, including a $2.06 million HVAC replacement at Edgewood and Lincoln-Bassett schools and a resolution to seek $8.78 million for a roof replacement at Hillhouse High School. The committee will also review a $446,650 cybersecurity services agreement and a $4.47 million Priority School District grant. All items are for discussion and recommendation to the full Board of Education.

• Award of $2,061,000 contract to Sav-Mor Cooling and Heating for RTU HVAC replacements at Edgewood and Lincoln-Bassett schools
• Resolution to apply for $8,781,957 non-priority grant for roof replacement at James Hillhouse High School ($2.82M city share)
• Resolution to apply for $7,596,679 non-priority grant for roof replacement at Wilbur Cross High School ($2.44M city share)
• Agreement for $446,650 in cybersecurity detection and response services from SynackTek/Arctic Wolf
• Priority School District grant of $4,469,651 from Connecticut State Department of Education

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee voted to recommend approval of final grant applications for three completed school projects (Betsy Ross, New Helene Grant, and Engineering & Science University Magnet School) and to recommend approval of non-priority grants for roof replacements at James Hillhouse High School ($8.8M), Wilbur Cross High School ($7.6M), and Truman School ($2.0M). The committee also approved the minutes from August 14, 2025, and received a September stewardship report from ABM.

• Approved final grant applications for Betsy Ross Project (State Project 093-0332), New Helene Grant Project (093-0365), and Engineering & Science University Magnet School Project (093-0357)
• Recommended approval of $8,781,957 non-priority grant for roof replacement at James Hillhouse High School; city impact $2,822,521
• Recommended approval of $7,596,679 non-priority grant for roof replacement at Wilbur Cross High School; city impact $2,441,573
• Recommended approval of $1,955,541 non-priority grant for roof replacement at Truman School; city impact $889,920
• Received September stewardship report from ABM

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will receive updates on food service operations, food gap subgroups, and a food allergy policy. A discussion on the sustainable food initiative will cover expanding local food access, reducing waste, and increasing composting and donation opportunities.

• Food Gap Subgroup Updates – discussion on addressing food gaps in the district
• Food Allergy Policy Update – update on policy changes
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update – discussion on expanding local food access, reducing packaging waste, and increasing food donation, rescue, and composting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will vote on a $38,000 data-sharing agreement with CT Rise Network Inc. and several other contracts, including a $279,552 literacy tutoring deal and two $100,555 speech-language therapy agreements. The board will also hear a strategic operating plan update from the superintendent and receive committee reports.

• Approval of $38,000 MOU with CT Rise Network for data migration and infrastructure
• $279,552 agreement with Boundless Literacy for tutoring at Clemente, Troup, and Lincoln Bassett schools
• Two $100,555 speech-language therapy agreements with Stephanie Gardner and Derlene Ortiz
• $62,064 purchase order for Second Step social-emotional learning licenses for grades K-12
• HVAC repairs at multiple schools totaling over $80,000

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider a $279,552 contract with Boundless Literacy for tutoring at three schools, plus two $100,555 speech-language agreements. It will also review 15 purchase orders and amendments, including HVAC repairs at multiple schools and a $62,064 social-emotional learning program. The committee will recommend action items to the Board of Education and discuss facilities funding, snow removal, and landscaping updates.

• $279,552 literacy tutoring contract for Clemente, Troup, and Lincoln Bassett schools
• Two $100,555 speech-language remediation agreements with Stephanie Gardner and Derlene Ortiz
• $62,064 for Second Step social-emotional learning licenses for grades K-12
• $81,031 for fire and burglar alarm monitoring for all district buildings
• HVAC repairs at Barnard, Lincoln Bassett, Obama, Wilbur Cross, and Metropolitan Business Academy

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on a full slate of operational contracts and agreements for the 2025-2026 school year. Key items include a $4.4 million part-time custodial services contract, a $576,655 agreement for behavioral support services through ACES, and a $150,000 school-based health clinic at Dr. Mayo Early Learning School. The board also approved personnel, prior meeting minutes, and a resolution accepting the Central Registration project as complete.

• Agreement with Service Management Group LLC for part-time custodial services, up to $4,397,872
• Agreement with ACES for behavior management programming and staff development, up to $576,655
• Agreement with Cornell-Scott Hill Health Center for a school-based health/dental clinic at Dr. Mayo Early Learning School, up to $150,000
• Agreement with Excel Academy for CNA training for 88 high school students, up to $108,944
• Purchase order for new domestic water heater at Betsy Ross School, up to $73,600

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 20, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on September 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider over 20 agreements, purchase orders, and contracts totaling millions of dollars. Key items include a $4.4 million part-time custodial services contract, a $576,655 behavior management program with ACES, and a $516,672 desktop support agreement. The committee will also review a memorandum of understanding for a school bus violation enforcement system.

• Part-time custodial services contract with Service Management Group LLC for up to $4,397,872
• Behavior management programming with ACES for up to $576,655
• Desktop support agreement with Advanced Office Systems Inc. for up to $516,672
• MOU for school bus violation detection and enforcement system with BusPatrol America
• Facilities master planning services with Perkins Eastman Architects for up to $99,000

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee voted to approve the filing of final grant applications with the state for four school building projects: Central Registration, New Haven Academy, Satellite Kitchen, and Strong School/Obama. The committee also approved minutes from June and July 2025 meetings and received a stewardship report from ABM.

• Approved filing final grant application for Central Registration Project (State Project 093-0366)
• Approved filing final grant application for New Haven Academy Project (State Project 093-0364)
• Approved filing final grant application for Satellite Kitchen Project (State Project 093-0346)
• Approved filing final grant application for Strong School/Obama Project (State Project 093-0368)
• Received August Stewardship Report from ABM

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on district food services. Discussions will include food gaps, allergy policies, and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Gap Subgroup updates on addressing district food gaps
• Food Allergy Policy update
• Sustainable Food Initiative update regarding locally grown food, packaging waste, and composting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on several action items, including a second reading and possible approval of a new AI policy, the superintendent's personnel report, and a slate of finance and operations items. The agenda also includes public participation and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Second reading and approval of AI Policy Draft
• Personnel Report presented by Dr. Madeline Negron
• Agreement with ACES for arts program support at Betsy Ross and Cooperative Arts Magnet schools, up to $1,029,564
• Agreement with Lexia Learning for literacy subscriptions, up to $249,550
• Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Read 180 intervention services, up to $319,725

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The committee is reviewing several high-value agreements for instructional services, mental health support, and facility repairs. Key items include a large contract for arts program management and various student literacy and assessment subscriptions.

• Agreement with Area Cooperative Education Services (ACES) for arts program support not to exceed $1,029,564.00
• Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Read 180 reading intervention not to exceed $319,725.00
• Agreement with Lexia Learning System LLC for literacy subscriptions not to exceed $249,550.00
• Purchase order for playground resurfacing at King Robinson not to exceed $105,400.00
• Purchase order for a new domestic water heater at Conte West Hills School not to exceed $62,750.00

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education will vote on a $1.4 million Early Start Grant to create eight preschool classrooms at Hill Central, Nathan Hale, FAME, East Rock, and Lincoln-Bassett schools. The board will also consider over a dozen contracts and agreements, including a $1.56 million program for at-risk students and a $200,000 professional development deal with Yale Child Study Center. Other action items include approval of minutes, a property damage release, and a personnel report.

• Connecticut Early Start Grant of $1,401,518 for preschool classrooms at five schools
• Agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary Program, up to $1,558,220
• Agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development, up to $200,000
• Purchase order for temporary chiller rentals at John Daniels and Betsy Ross Schools, $147,183
• Amendment to Yale Teaching Fellowship Program to create a new Teacher Pipeline Track

Governance Committee Meeting

The New Haven Governance Committee will meet to discuss a proposed AI policy. The agenda includes a call to order, a discussion of the AI policy, and other business as needed.

• Review of AI Policy

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing 30+ contracts, purchase orders, and grants for the 2025-2026 school year. Items include a $1.4 million Early Start CT grant for preschool classrooms, a $1.6 million ACES urban youth program, and numerous smaller agreements for special education, mental health, and technology services.

• Agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary Program, $1,558,220
• Connecticut Early Start Grant, $1,401,518 for preschool classrooms at five schools
• Agreement with Yale Child Study Center for professional development, $200,000
• Purchase Order for playground resurfacing at King Robinson, $105,400
• Agreement with Teach for America Ignite Program for tutoring at Barnard School, $31,000

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is deciding on various personnel reports, school health center agreements, and facility maintenance contracts. A key action includes rescinding a previous custodial bid for Integrity Concepts and approving a transitional services agreement with SJ Services.

• Agreement with SJ Services for part-time custodial transition services not to exceed $1,470,441.60
• Health center agreements with Cornell Scott ($400,400), Yale-New Haven Hospital ($367,289), and Fair Haven Community Health Center ($190,843)
• Arabic Program Grant of $61,036.00 from Qatar Foundation International, LLC
• Contract with Tucker Mechanical for districtwide boiler repair not to exceed $350,000.00
• Purchase order for LVT flooring at Troup School Library not to exceed $51,290.00

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will discuss the July stewardship report from ABM, covering facility maintenance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion on committee membership.

• Discussion of July Stewardship Report from ABM (20,727 KB attachment)
• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2025 meeting
• Discussion on committee membership

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on district food services. Discussions will include food gap subgroup progress and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Gap Subgroup updates on addressing district food gaps
• Sustainable Food Initiative update on locally grown food, packaging waste, and composting
• Food Allergy Policy update

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The committee is reviewing several high-value contracts for school health centers, custodial management, and facility maintenance. The body will also discuss updates to the district's data sharing policies.

• Agreement with SJ Services for part-time custodial management not to exceed $1,470,441.60
• Health center agreements with Cornell Scott ($400,400), Yale-New Haven Hospital ($367,289), and Fair Haven Community Health Center ($190,843)
• Contract with Tucker Mechanical for districtwide boiler repair and service not to exceed $350,000
• Agreement with CT Controls Corp. for HVAC Control systems monitoring and repair not to exceed $360,000
• Discussion of changes to Policy 3520.13(a) regarding Data Sharing Policies

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education met to discuss and vote on the Proposed FY26 Budget. The board approved the budget and mitigation plan with a requirement for a fiscal update in September.

• Approval of Proposed FY26 Budget and mitigation plan

Governance Committee Meeting

The New Haven School District Governance Committee will meet to discuss the creation of a guidance document for the expulsion and suspension policy. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025, via Zoom.

• Discussion on creating a guidance document for Expulsion/Suspension Policy

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on several high-value service contracts, grant abstracts, and personnel reports. The meeting includes the transfer of two school properties to city jurisdiction and the approval of multiple legal and educational service agreements.

• Transfer of West Rock Stream Academy (311 Valley Street) and Quinnipiac Real World Math STEM School (460 Lexington Avenue) to the City of New Haven
• Contract with Integrity Concepts LLC for part-time custodial services not to exceed $5,868,495.31
• IDEA 611 Grant in the amount of $7,183,563.00
• Agreement with Severin Intermediate Holdings, LLC for PowerSchool software not to exceed $1,720,537.81 through 2030
• LED Lighting Upgrade at Beecher, Conte West Hills and Davis Street schools not to exceed $942,609.00

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss and take action on student behavior responses, teacher demographic breakdown, a draft artificial intelligence policy, and international trips. The committee is expected to recommend two field trips for approval and share the draft AI policy.

• Discussion of responses to student behavior
• Update on teacher demographic breakdown by Director Lisa Flegler and Coordinator Rolanda Booker
• Draft AI policy to be shared by Assistant Superintendent Keisha Redd-Hannans
• Supervisor Haxhi to recommend two international field trips for approval

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider 17 agreements, including a $1.72 million, five-year contract for PowerSchool student information software and a $942,609 LED lighting upgrade at three schools. The committee will also review 13 information-only items, including contracts for school-based health clinic dental services and a fence cost increase due to tariffs, and vote on grant abstracts totaling over $14 million.

• Agreement with Severin Intermediate Holdings for PowerSchool software and licenses, not to exceed $1,720,537.81 over five years.
• Agreement with Resource Lighting and Energy for LED lighting upgrades at Beecher, Conte West Hills, and Davis Street schools, not to exceed $942,609.
• Renewal of facilities management contract with ABM for $1,997,816.
• Amendment to Sound School fence purchase order, increasing by $2,300 to $15,800 due to tariffs.
• New Haven Adult & Continuing Education grant abstract for $5,080,000.

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

This meeting was canceled and rescheduled for June 17, 2025 at 3:30pm. No business was conducted.

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education met virtually to vote on a custodial services agreement. The board approved a contract for part-time custodial services for the 2025-2026 period.

• Agreement with Integrity Concepts LLC Inc. dba Service Master Elite Janitorial Services for part time custodial services (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026) not to exceed $5,868,495.31

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee voted to approve amended resolutions to apply for non-priority grants from the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services for roof replacements at Truman School, Wilbur Cross High School, and James Hillhouse High School. The committee also voted to recommend retiring and surplusing two school properties: 311 Valley Street (West Rock Stream Academy) and 460 Lexington Avenue (Quinnipiac Real World Math Stem School), transferring jurisdiction to the City of New Haven. A June stewardship report from ABM and an update on the Cross/East Rock Sports Complex were discussed.

• Approved amended resolution for Truman School roof replacement grant
• Approved amended resolution for Wilbur Cross High School roof replacement grant
• Approved amended resolution for James Hillhouse High School roof replacement grant
• Recommended retirement and surplusing of West Rock Stream Academy (311 Valley Street)
• Recommended retirement and surplusing of Quinnipiac Real World Math Stem School (460 Lexington Avenue)

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will receive updates on food service operations, food gap subgroups, allergy policies, and a sustainable food initiative. No votes or decisions are listed; all items are marked as discussion or procedural.

• Food Gap Subgroup Updates: discussion on addressing food gaps in the district
• Food Allergy Policy Update: discussion item
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update: plan to expand local food access, reduce packaging waste, and increase food rescue and composting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is voting on a revised 10-month calendar and a policy regarding cellular phones and electronic communication devices. The body is also approving multiple vendor contracts for the Child Nutrition Program and various educational grants.

• Approval of Policy 5131.81 Cellular Phones/Electronic Communication Devices
• Contract with Thurston Foods Inc. for food products not to exceed $3,500,000.00
• Contract with TRIO Community Meals for food products not to exceed $2,500,000.00
• Agreement with CT State Community College, Gateway Campus for Gateway to College Program up to $550,000.00
• Purchase Order with Frontline Technologies Group for applicant and substitute management up to $171,568.29

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee is meeting to discuss policies, but the main item—Policy 5114 on suspension/expulsion—has been tabled for a future meeting. No other substantive business is scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Policy 5114 Suspension/Expulsion tabled for later review
• Other business only if any arises
• Motion to adjourn is the only action item

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee is reviewing several contracts for the Child Nutrition Program and school facility maintenance. The body is also discussing data sharing policies and a grant for middle school summer programs.

• Contract with Thurston Foods Inc. for food products not to exceed $3,500,000.00
• Contract with TRIO Community Meals for fresh produce not to exceed $2,500,000.00
• Agreement with CT State Community College, Gateway Campus for Gateway to College Program not to exceed $550,000.00
• Purchase order with Frontline Technologies Group for applicant and substitute management not to exceed $171,568.29
• Grant of $39,000.00 from City of New Haven Youth and Recreation Department for grades 6-8 summer programs

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education is conducting a second reading of the Cellular Phones / Electronic Communication Devices Policy. The board is also reviewing various personnel reports and financial agreements for school maintenance and educational services.

• Second reading of Cellular Phones / Electronic Communication Devices Policy
• Agreement with Common Ground Charter School for special education services not to exceed $220,000.00
• Agreement with Connecticut Teacher Residency Program not to exceed $134,000.00
• Contract with MGD Graphics Inc. for print shop supplies not to exceed $333,457.90
• Contract with Tucker Mechanical for Ross Woodward cooling equipment not to exceed $329,849.00

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will meet to discuss how to make schools welcoming for all stakeholders. Chief Joseph-Lumpkin and team will provide information on Welcoming Schools activities and the committee will discuss next steps.

• Discussion of Welcoming Schools activities
• Review of key activities for Welcoming Students

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider over a dozen agreements, purchase orders, and contract renewals totaling millions of dollars. Key items include a $5.46 million part-time custodial services contract with Service Master Elite, a $220,000 special education services agreement with Common Ground Charter School, and a $134,000 teacher residency program. The committee will also review budget reports for March and April 2025 and discuss data-sharing policies.

• Agreement with Service Master Elite for part-time custodial services, up to $5,455,601
• Agreement with Common Ground Charter School for special education services, up to $220,000
• Purchase order for HVAC control upgrades at Fair Haven School and Worthington Hooker Middle School, totaling over $108,000
• Renewal of contract with MGD Graphics for print shop supplies, up to $333,457.90
• Amendment increasing legal services funding with Berchem Moses PC by $65,000 total

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on food service operations, food gap subgroups, a food allergy policy, and a sustainable food initiative. The meeting is a discussion and policy update session, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Food Gap Subgroup Updates – discussion on addressing food gaps in the district
• Food Allergy Policy Update – policy discussion
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update – discussion on expanding local, healthy food access and reducing waste
• Other Business – if any

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education voted to approve a new Graduation Policy (Policy 6146) and the Superintendent's Personnel Report. The board also approved multiple finance items, including a $150,000 purchase order with Insight Global to manage the PowerSchool information system, and tabled two purchase orders with SHI International Inc. and an MOU with I-Ready Math.

• Approved Policy 6146: Graduation Policy (first reading and approval).
• Approved $150,000 purchase order with Insight Global for PowerSchool management.
• Approved $69,680 for mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School and $49,500 at Conte West Hills School.
• Approved $85,443 for Clever IDM licenses and $70,200 for Securly subscription renewal (both with SHI International Inc.).
• Approved $75,000 increase (to $475,000) for legal services from Shipman & Goodwin.

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee is meeting to review the May Stewardship Report from ABM. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Cross/East Rock Sports Complex.

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

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold a special meeting to review two policies: a second reading of Policy 5131.81 on cell phones (currently tabled) and a first reading of Policy 6146 on graduation requirements. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the April 29, 2025 meeting.

• Policy 5131.81 Cell Phones - second reading, tabled for now
• Policy 6146 Graduation - first reading, with attached NHPS Graduation Policy (October 2024)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 29, 2025

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider a $227,225.92 energy monitoring contract with Artis Energy Intelligence, several purchase orders for mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School ($69,680) and Conte West Hills School ($49,500), and technology contracts including a $150,000 PowerSchool management deal. The committee will also review amendments to legal services, special education contracts, and data-sharing agreements for educational programs.

• Agreement with Artis Energy Intelligence for energy monitoring, $227,225.92 over two years
• Mold remediation at Wilbur Cross High School ($69,680) and Conte West Hills School ($49,500)
• Purchase order with Insight Global to manage PowerSchool system, $150,000
• Amendment to Shipman & Goodwin legal services, increasing funding by $75,000 to $475,000
• Data-sharing agreements for i-Ready Math, Scholastic ELA, and Boundless Literacy tutoring

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee is meeting to conduct a first reading of a communication policy. The session will also include time for other business.

• First reading of Policy 5131.81 Cell Phones

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved minutes, personnel actions, and a slate of contracts and grants. Key approvals include a $895,462 network switch replacement (mostly E-Rate funded), a $369,861 multi-year Apptegy communication platform contract, and a $90,000 SCSU tuition reimbursement agreement. The board also tabled an Artis Energy monitoring agreement and three data-sharing MOUs.

• Approved $895,462 contract with Total Communications for district-wide distribution switch replacement (BOE portion: $134,319).
• Approved $369,861 multi-year agreement with Apptegy for a two-way communication platform and website hosting.
• Approved $90,000 tuition reimbursement agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for 12 NHPS staff.
• Approved $77,263 purchase order with Tucker Mechanical for chiller controls replacement at Coop High School.
• Tabled agreement with Artis Energy Intelligence ($227,225 for energy monitoring) and three data-sharing MOUs with i-Ready, Scholastic, and McGraw Hill.

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will review the purpose and current activities of the flexible programming workstream. Members will discuss the implementation of these programs across the district and determine next steps.

• Review of the purpose of Flexible Programming
• Update on key activities in the Flexible Programming workstream
• Discussion of Flexible Programming across New Haven Public Schools

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will discuss and vote on over $1.5 million in new agreements, including a $895,462 network switch replacement (mostly E-Rate funded) and a $369,861 multi-year contract for a district-wide communication platform. Other items include a $90,000 tuition reimbursement program with Southern Connecticut State University, a $227,225 energy monitoring contract, and resolutions to apply for state construction grants for roof replacements at Truman, Wilbur Cross, and Hillhouse High Schools and pool replacements at Conte West Hills and Wilbur Cross.

• $895,462 network switch replacement district-wide (E-Rate covers $761,143)
• $369,861 three-year contract with Apptegy for communication platform and website
• $90,000 tuition reimbursement for 12 staff through Southern Connecticut State University
• Resolutions to seek state construction grants for roofs at Truman, Wilbur Cross, and Hillhouse High Schools
• $5.8 million Head Start federal grant for 2025-2026

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is meeting to vote on personnel reports and various service contracts. The session includes a report on the FY26 Draft General Fund Budget and first readings of policies regarding student suspension and community civility.

• FY26 Draft General Fund Budget update
• Agreement with CT Association for the Performing Arts for theater management services not to exceed $170,171.00
• Purchase order with ABM for event labor support services not to exceed $169,817.00
• Contract with Utility Communications for security system maintenance not to exceed $100,000.00
• First reading of Policy 5114(a) Student Suspension and Expulsion Process

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will review the April Stewardship Report from ABM. The body will also discuss updates regarding the Cross/East Rock Sports Complex and committee membership.

• April Stewardship Report - ABM
• Cross/East Rock Sports Complex update
• Committee membership discussion

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on district food services. Discussions will include efforts to address food gaps and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Gap Subgroup updates on addressing district food gaps
• Sustainable Food Initiative update on locally grown food, packaging waste, and composting
• Food Allergy Policy update

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will discuss and recommend action on multiple purchase orders, agreements, and contracts for New Haven Public Schools. Key items include a $127,100 annual contract for the Apptegy two-way communication platform, a $170,171 theater management agreement for Co-op High School, and a 2025-2026 budget update. The committee will vote on whether to recommend these items to the full Board of Education for approval.

• Purchase order with Apptegy for two-way communication platform, $127,100 (item 6.1)
• Year 4 agreement with CT Association for the Performing Arts for Co-op High School theater management, $170,171 (item 4.2)
• Contract award to Utility Communications for on-call security system maintenance, $100,000 (item 7.2)
• Agreement with Highville Charter School for special education services, $61,680 (item 4.1)
• 2025-2026 Budget Update discussion (item 9.1)

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee will meet to conduct first readings of two policies. The session includes the approval of minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting.

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

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss and vote on a tentative agreement with the Substitute Teachers Chapter of the New Haven Federation of Teachers. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss negotiations, then returned to public session and approved the successor collective bargaining agreement.

• Consideration and vote on a tentative successor collective bargaining agreement with the Substitute Teachers Chapter, AFT Local 933
• Board entered executive session to discuss strategy and negotiations related to the agreement and another union contract (Local 3429)
• Motion to approve the tentative agreement passed 6-0, authorizing the Board President or Superintendent to sign

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is considering several facility renamings and various financial agreements. Items include a proposed lease for Adult Education, food certification statements, and several purchase orders for district services.

• Renaming the Adult Education Center to the Dr. Edmond R. Edmonds Adult Education Center
• Renaming the court at the Floyd Little Athletic Center to the Robert Laemel—Salvatore Verderame Court
• Agreement with CT State Community College - Gateway for $507,311.00
• Proposed lease for Adult Education space at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd not to exceed $3,941,600.00
• Amendment to Berchem Moses PC agreement to increase funding to $60,000.00

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss the March Stewardship Report from ABM. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding committee membership.

• March Stewardship Report - ABM
• Committee Membership discussion

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will review a disciplinary report and discuss alternatives to student expulsion. The body will also receive updates on literacy curriculum, assessment results, and professional learning opportunities.

• Discussion of student expulsion data and alternatives to expulsion
• Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) disciplinary report
• Update on literacy professional learning, assessment results, and curriculum

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider a $3.9 million, five-year lease for Adult Education at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd. Other items include a $49,247 fire alarm upgrade at Ross Woodward School and a $157,264 purchase order for event labor support. The committee will also discuss the February 2025 financial report and a restroom repair status report.

• Agreement with SP Ella for lease at 580 Ella T Grasso Blvd for Adult Education, not to exceed $3,941,600.00
• Purchase order with Encore Fire Protection to upgrade fire alarm control panel at Ross Woodward School, not to exceed $49,247.52
• Purchase order with ABM for FLAC Event Labor support services, not to exceed $157,264.31
• Agreement with Connecticut State Community College - Gateway for early care and education program, not to exceed $507,311.00
• Amendment #1 to agreement with Berchem Moses PC to increase legal services funding by $10,000.00

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on district food services. Discussions include federal funding implications, food allergy policies, and efforts to address food gaps.

• Food Gap Subgroup updates on addressing district food gaps
• Implications of federal funding for school food programs
• Food Allergy Policy update
• Sustainable Food Initiative update regarding locally grown food, waste reduction, and composting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved multiple contracts and change orders, including a $148,266 purchase order for cybersecurity backup software, a $138,356 cooling tower replacement, and five 20% increases (totaling $90,000) for snow/ice removal contracts. The board also approved a $67,000 agreement with Teach for America for credentialing services and a no-cost MOU with Yeshiva University for speech pathology interns.

• $148,266 purchase order for RUBRIK backup and cybersecurity recovery
• $138,356 cooling tower replacement at an unspecified school
• Five snow removal change orders totaling $90,000 (20% increases each)
• $67,000 agreement with Teach for America for credentialing and professional development
• No-cost MOU with Yeshiva University for speech pathology interns

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider purchase orders for a $148,266 data backup and cybersecurity system and a $138,356 cooling tower replacement, along with seven change orders for snow removal and boiler repairs totaling over $220,000 in increases. The committee will also discuss staffing guidelines, a facilities study update, and the COO hiring process. All action items are recommendations for full Board of Education approval.

• $148,266 purchase order with Synacktek for RUBRIK backup and cybersecurity protection
• $138,356 purchase order to replace an inoperable cooling tower at a school
• Seven change orders totaling $144,000 in increases for snow/ice removal and $70,000 for boiler repairs
• $158,564 change order (64% increase) to relocate and install Martinez Playground
• No-cost MOU with Yeshiva University for graduate speech pathology interns

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and vote on a tentative successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE, AFL-CIO. The board approved the agreement and authorized its president to sign it.

• Approval of tentative successor collective bargaining agreement with Local 217 UNITEHERE, AFL-CIO, reached February 12, 2025
• Authorization for Board President to sign the agreement on behalf of the board
• Motion passed unanimously (6-0)

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee will hold first readings of two policies: Policy 5114 on suspension, expulsion, exclusion and removal, and Policy 5131.81 on cell phones. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 6, 2025.

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

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing several service agreements and contract amendments. The meeting includes a report on the FY26 Draft General Fund Budget from the Superintendent.

• Agreement with ACES for Urban Youth Elementary up to $1,512,840.00
• Amendment to LULAC Head Start agreement increasing funding to $1,118,868.95
• Purchase order with Tucker Mechanical Inc. for Wilbur Cross High School chiller repairs up to $87,731.00
• Amendment to Global Interpreting Network to increase funding to $26,000.00
• MOU with Yale New Haven Hospital for a Virtual Career Awareness Program

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the February Stewardship Report from ABM. The committee will also discuss committee membership. The meeting is scheduled for February 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM via Zoom.

• February Stewardship Report - ABM (Discussion, Report)
• Committee Membership (Discussion)

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss a recommended revised Graduation Policy, updates on IMTSS implementation, and student discipline data for the 2024-2025 academic year. The committee aims to recommend the policy to the Board of Education Governance Committee.

• Discussion of recommended revised Graduation Policy presented by Supervisor Dina Natalino
• Update on implementation of IMTSS (Integrated Multi-Tiered System of Supports)
• Student discipline data for the 2024-2025 academic year to be shared
• Recommendation of revised Graduation Policy for Board of Education Governance Committee review

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The committee is discussing various school district contracts, facility repairs, and budget presentations. Key items include a large agreement for at-risk student services and several mechanical repairs across district schools.

• Agreement with Area Cooperative Education Services for Urban Youth Elementary not to exceed $1,512,840.00
• Purchase order with Tucker Mechanical Inc. for Wilbur Cross High School chiller impeller wheels not to exceed $87,731.00
• Amendment to LULAC Head Start agreement to add 10 Pre-K and Infant Toddler spaces, increasing funding to $1,118,868.95
• Purchase order with Tucker Mechanical for districtwide water-cooled chiller maintenance not to exceed $48,587.00
• Draft FY25 Budget Presentation and January 2025 Monthly Financial Report

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The Food Service Task Force Committee will meet to receive updates on district food services and food allergy policies. The body will discuss efforts to address food gaps and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Allergy Policy update
• Updates on addressing district food gaps
• Sustainable Food Initiative update regarding locally grown food, waste reduction, and composting

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education approved minutes, personnel, and the 2025-2026 governance meeting schedule. It also approved multiple finance items including a $248,836 change order for Martinez Playground, a $132,474 purchase order for auditorium seating at Conte West Hills Magnet School, and a $149,998 purchase order for paper products. The board accepted over $12 million in federal and state grants, including an $11.98 million Title I grant.

• Approved $248,836 change order for Martinez Playground installation by Kompan Inc.
• Approved $132,474 purchase order for auditorium seating replacement at Conte West Hills Magnet School
• Approved $149,998 purchase order for paper products from C&C Janitorial Supplies
• Accepted $11,977,681 Title I Consolidated Grant from CT State Department of Education
• Approved $71,400 agreement with National Career Academy Coalition for workshops

Governance Committee Meeting

The Governance Committee will discuss a new meeting schedule, a civility policy overview (tabled for now), and a School Liaison Project. No votes are scheduled; all items are listed as discussion items.

• Review of a new Governance Meeting Schedule
• Civility Policy Overview — tabled for now, with a draft policy attached
• School Liaison Project — draft project proposal attached

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will review 17 information-only items, including agreements for after-school STEM, ESL dual enrollment, and homeless student support. They will also consider purchase orders, grant abstracts, and amendments, including a $132,474.88 auditorium seating replacement at Conte West Hills Magnet School.

• Purchase order for $132,474.88 to replace auditorium seating at Conte West Hills Magnet School
• Agreement with Little Scientists for after-school STEM at Lincoln Bassett School, up to $6,750
• Agreement with UCLA to evaluate Magnet School Assistance Program, up to $36,401
• Purchase order for $149,998.39 for 8-week supply of paper products for schools
• Amendment to increase funding for Eli Whitney Museum after-school programming by $14,200

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education voted on several financial and operational items, including raising the superintendent's purchasing approval threshold to $50,000 and approving over $1 million in new food service contracts. The board also approved grants, agreements, and purchase orders for school programs and facility projects.

• Approved raising the superintendent's purchasing approval threshold to $50,000 (Policy P3323).
• Approved $1 million increase to Thurston Foods grocery contract (to $3.75M) and $350K increase to Trio Community Meals breakfast contract (to $2.85M).
• Approved $633,007 Carl D. Perkins grant for career and technical education programs.
• Approved $48,600 agreement with Southern Connecticut State University for CNA training for 27 high school students.
• Approved $64,523 purchase order for a new rooftop HVAC unit at Wilbur Cross High School auditorium.

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The New Haven Finance & Operations Committee will consider over $1.8 million in new spending, including a $1 million increase to Thurston Foods for school groceries. The agenda also includes grants totaling over $924,000 for career and technical education programs and several facility repair contracts.

• Change Order #1 to Thurston Foods contract: increase of $1,000,000 (to $3,750,000) for school lunch groceries
• Carl D. Perkins Continuous Improvement Grant: $633,007 for CTE programs
• Purchase Order for Wilbur Cross Auditorium RTU: $64,523
• Agreement with Southern Connecticut State University: $48,600 for CNA training for 27 high school students
• Amendment to Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Haven: increase of $20,250 for after-school programs at Bishop Woods School

Teaching & Learning Committee

The Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss the selection process and options for a two-way communication platform to improve communication with families. The meeting will cover essential components and aim for a shared understanding of the platform. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are listed as discussion and recommendation.

• Discussion of selection process for a two-way communication platform (item 2.01)
• Assistant Superintendent Viviana Camacho to present options for family communication (item 4.01)
• Identifying essential components for the communication platform (item 3.03)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education elected Dr. OrLando Yarborough as President, Matthew Wilcox as Vice President, and Dr. Edward Joyner as Secretary. The body also approved several personnel reports, financial abstracts, and facility maintenance contracts.

• Title IVA Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant for $870,868.00
• Agreement with Lifeline Cares, LLC for nursing services not to exceed $55,000.00
• Agreement with Custom Insight, LLC for climate surveys not to exceed $53,600.00
• Amendment to Shipman & Goodwin legal services agreement to increase funding to $400,000.00
• Change orders for food commodity purchases from Tyson Prepared Foods ($325,000.00) and JTM Provisions ($185,000.00)

Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee Meeting

The Citywide School Building & Stewardship Committee will discuss a stewardship report from ABM and committee membership. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Stewardship Report - ABM (discussion/report)
• Committee Membership (discussion)

Food Service Task Force Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss updates regarding food service operations and the district's food allergy policy. Members will also receive updates on food gap subgroup efforts and the Sustainable Food Initiative.

• Food Service Update
• Food Allergy Policy Update
• Food Gap Subgroup Updates
• Sustainable Food Initiative Update regarding local food access and waste reduction

Finance & Operations Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider agreements and purchase orders totaling over $2 million, including an $827,012 LED lighting retrofit at Davis, Beecher, and Conte West Hills schools. Other items include a $55,000 contract for nursing services on field trips, a $53,600 climate survey, and a $150,000 increase in legal services funding. The committee will also review the November 2024 monthly financial report and a transportation update.

• $827,012 LED retrofit agreement with United Illuminating for Davis, Beecher, and Conte West Hills schools
• $55,000 agreement with Lifeline Cares for nursing services on field trips
• $53,600 agreement with Custom Insight for climate surveys of students, staff, and families
• $150,000 increase to Shipman & Goodwin legal services, bringing total to $400,000
• $200,000 increase for Tyson Prepared Foods and $145,000 increase for JTM Provisions for school lunch program