Hartford Public Schools, CT
Hartford Public Schools CT average (US Census ACS)
Population119,970
Per-capita income$27,319
Median home value$217,200
Distrito escolar
Reuniones recientes
Tue Dec 16, 2025
BoE Regular Meeting
La junta votará sobre un contrato de alfabetización de $114,720 y subvenciones para educación de adultos
La junta considerará un contrato de $114,720 con The Hill for Literacy para asesoramiento en 10 escuelas, y la aprobación de subvenciones para educación de adultos. Se presentarán informes de los comités de Teaching & Learning y de Policy, incluyendo una propuesta de Política de No Cobro de Servicios Alimentarios y un cambio en los estatutos. Una nueva integrante de la junta, Madison Csejka, prestará juramento de cargo.
- Juramento de cargo para la nueva integrante de la junta Madison Csejka
- Contrato con The Hill for Literacy por $114,720 para brindar asesoramiento y desarrollo profesional en 10 escuelas
- Aprobaciones de subvenciones de educación de adultos para programas de GED, ESL y ciudadanía
- Segunda lectura de la Política de No Cobro de Servicios Alimentarios
- Propuesta de cambio en los estatutos para permitir el traslado de elementos de la agenda de consentimiento para su discusión
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Mon Dec 8, 2025
Finance & Audit Committee
El comité de finanzas considerará la aprobación del contrato para Timely y revisará los estados financieros mensuales
El Comité de Finanzas y Auditoría de Hartford Public Schools considerará la aprobación de un contrato para 'Timely' (artículo 1.01). También recibirán actualizaciones sobre los estados financieros mensuales hasta el 31 de octubre de 2025 y discutirán el desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-27. La reunión es virtual a las 5:00 p.m. el 8 de diciembre de 2025.
- Aprobación del contrato para Timely (artículo 1.01)
- Informe financiero mensual hasta el 31 de octubre de 2025 (FY26 Period 4)
- Desarrollo del presupuesto para FY 2026-27 (informativo y discusión)
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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses Timely scheduling tool and fiscal year budget updates
The committee reviewed a potential contract for Timely, a high school scheduling optimization tool. Members also discussed enrollment declines, special education staffing costs, and a city-funded feasibility study regarding service consolidation.
- Discussed potential contract with Timely scheduling tool
- Reviewed fiscal year spending trends and enrollment decline of 1,400 students
- Noted $3 million in city support for dental clinics and community partnerships
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Finance & Audit Committee (Monday, December 8, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Dr. Andrae Townsel, Dr. Kondra Rattley, Caitlin Richard
Others present
Chris Edmonds, Timely
Meeting summary
Quick recap
The Hartford Public Schools Board of Education finance committee met to discuss a potential contract with Timely, a scheduling tool designed to improve efficiency and resource allocation across high schools. The meeting covered implementation details, cost considerations, and data security concerns, with the board emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment and academic programming. The committee also reviewed current fiscal year financial updates, including enrollment trends, budget planning processes, and the city's support for various initiatives, while highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and legislative advocacy.
Next steps
• CFO Richards: Provide trend data showing year-over-year movement of special education contracted services from fiscal years 23, 24, 25 to demonstrate improvement in filling special ed roles
• CFO Richards: Email details about communications budget increases and other operational expenses adjustments to board members
• CFO Richards: Present deeper dive analysis on special education tu
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Fri Dec 5, 2025
Legislative & Advocacy Task Force
Grupo de trabajo revisará metas propuestas para las escuelas de Hartford
El Grupo de Trabajo Legislativo y de Defensoría de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford se reunirá virtualmente para discutir actualizaciones, revisar metas propuestas y delinear los siguientes pasos. La agenda consiste enteramente en puntos de discusión e información, sin votos ni audiencias públicas programadas.
- Actualización y nivelación sobre temas legislativos actuales
- Revisión de las metas de defensoría propuestas para las escuelas de Hartford
- Planificación de los siguientes pasos para el grupo de trabajo
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Thu Dec 4, 2025
Family & Community Engagement Committee
El comité escolar de Hartford escuchará actualizaciones sobre el Título I, la inscripción y el centro de bienvenida
El Comité de Participación Familiar y Comunitaria de las Escuelas Públicas de Hartford se reúne virtualmente para recibir actualizaciones e informes informativos. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la agenda consiste enteramente en presentaciones del personal sobre la inscripción, los programas del Título I, las asociaciones, el Welcome Center y la membresía del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar.
- Actualización de la Office of Enrollment & School Choice
- Informe del Título I y presentación de School Spotlight del FCSSP
- Actualización de Partnerships & Community Schools
- Informe del Welcome Center con datos comparativos de admisión
- Informe de membresía del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar
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✓ Decidido: Committee reviews enrollment timelines, Title I funds, and community partnerships
The committee reviewed district initiatives including holiday engagement programs, school choice application windows, and marketing strategies. Discussions included updates on Title I budget revisions, School Governance Council membership increases, and Welcome Center intake data regarding student homelessness.
- Reviewed Title I budget revision of $286,076 to $118,936.48
- Noted Magnet Choice application period runs December 3 through February 6
- Noted School Choice application period opens January 9 and closes April 10
- Reported increase in community-based organizations to 32 total
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Family & Community Engagement Committee (Thursday, December 4, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Alejandro Martinez, Velery Alegre, Carolyn Ross Lee, Katherine Dougherty, Flor DeHoyos, Shelimar Ramirez, Moneish James - Baronette, Jose Colon
Quick recap
The group reviewed various district initiatives including holiday engagement programs, upcoming events, enrollment processes, and marketing strategies, with particular focus on social media campaigns and Title I parental engagement funds. The conversation ended with updates on partnerships, community-based organizations, and Welcome Center activities, including discussions about school governance, budget processes, and the challenges faced by families in the district.
Next steps
• Mr. Martinez: Send the current list of SGC meeting dates, times, and locations to board members as soon as possible, and follow up with a full, compiled master document and post on the website.
• Mr. Martinez: Update the Title I presentation/report to clearly distinguish between unspent, encumbered, and spent funds in future reports.
• Ms. Alegre: Work on a comprehensive list that includes both MOU and contract-based CBOs for board review.
• Board members to begin process of attending SGC meetings using the schedule to be provided by Mr. Martinez.
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Tue Dec 2, 2025
Workshop Meeting
La junta escolar de Hartford discutirá el plan estratégico y las actualizaciones de responsabilidad
Esta es una reunión de taller de la Junta de Educación de Hartford. Los miembros recibirán actualizaciones sobre el plan estratégico del distrito y sobre las consultas y responsabilidad de la CSDE. No se programan votaciones más allá de la clausura.
- Actualización del Plan Estratégico (discusión)
- Actualización de Apoyo a Consultas de la CSDE y Responsabilidad (discusión)
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✓ Decidido: Board reviews 'All Voices, Our Future' strategic plan and state inquiries
The board reviewed the district's strategic plan and its alignment with budget priorities. Members discussed the status of three Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) inquiries regarding public works, special education, and magnet schools. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting focused on progress updates and next steps for reporting.
- Reviewed 'All Voices, Our Future' strategic plan priorities
- Discussed implementation of 44 public works inquiry recommendations
- Reviewed initial recommendations for special education inquiry
- Discussed pending recommendations for magnet school inquiry
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Workshop Meeting (Tuesday, December 2, 2025)
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Members present
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Andrae Townsel, Kondra Rattley, Caitlin Richard, Jennifer Hoffman, Jose Colon, Arria Coburn
1. Opening
Procedural: 1.1 Call to Order
Meeting summary
Quick recap
The main focus was reviewing the district's strategic plan "All Voices, Our Future" and its implementation and various strategic priorities. The conversation ended with updates on ongoing state inquiries regarding public works, special education, and magnet schools, along with discussions about the state department's reports and recommendations.
Next steps
• Communications team: Develop a flipbook of the strategic plan (similar to the Superintendent's 100-day document), translate it into Spanish, and publish it to the website before winter break.
• Konnie/Dr. Rattley: Finalize specific metrics and 3-year targets for the strategic plan, review with the superintendent, and bring back to the board before publishing.
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Mon Dec 1, 2025
Policy Committee
El comité de políticas votará sobre la política de no cobro de servicios alimentarios
El Comité de Políticas de Hartford Public Schools considerará una segunda lectura de una política de no cobro para los servicios alimentarios, la cual es un punto de acción para la reunión regular de la junta. El comité también discutirá un cambio en los estatutos para trasladar los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento y revisará un grupo de políticas sin cambios recomendados. Además, se llevarán a cabo las primeras lecturas sobre las verificaciones de referencias laborales y el aumento de la diversidad de los educadores.
- Segunda lectura de la Política de No Cobro de Servicios Alimentarios (punto de acción)
- Segunda lectura del Estatuto 9321.2 para trasladar la agenda de consentimiento (discusión)
- Revisión de un grupo de 20 políticas sin cambios, incluyendo la participación comunitaria, armas de fuego en la propiedad escolar y venta/alquiler de propiedades
- Primera lectura de la política 4112.51 sobre verificaciones de referencias laborales
- Primera lectura de la política 4111.3 sobre el aumento de la diversidad de los educadores
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✓ Decidido: Committee reviews food service policies and employment verification procedures
The committee reviewed a policy stating students will not be charged for lunch or food. Members also discussed proposed changes to By-law 93.21.2 regarding consent agenda items and several policies related to staff communication. Two specific policies were removed from the current batch for separate review at the next meeting.
- Moved forward with Food Services No Charging Policy second reading
- Agreed to vote on By-law 93.21.2 change at the next board meeting
- Removed 'relationship between the board and superintendent' policy for separate review
- Removed Policy 2220 for separate review at the next meeting
- Requested link to educator diversity plan be provided before next second reading
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Policy Committee (Monday, December 1, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Tyrone Walker, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Stephen Wilson
Staff present
Erin Wilson, Connie Nieves, Elaine Gagliotti
Others present
Lori Mizerak
Quick recap
The committee reviewed and moved forward several policy changes, including the Food Services No Charging Policy and proposed modifications to By-law 93.21.2 regarding consent agenda items. The board engaged in detailed discussions about various policies related to staff communication, employment verification, and educator diversity, with specific attention given to information flow channels and compliance requirements.
Next steps
• Policy Committee: Pull the "relationship between the board and superintendent" policy and Policy 2220 out of the batch for separate review at next policy meeting
• Ms. Nieves: Provide link to the educator diversity plan for next meeting before second reading
Summary
Policy Changes and Agenda Updates
The Policy Committee meeting focused on two main agenda items: the second reading of the Food Services No Charging Policy, which states that Hartford Public Schools do not charge for lunch or food to students, and the proposed change to By-law 93.21.2 to allow the board to move items from the consent agenda for further discussion during regular meetings. Boar
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Tue Nov 25, 2025
Teaching & Learning Committee
El Comité recomendará la aprobación de subvenciones para educación de adultos y revisará el contrato de alfabetización
El Comité de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje discutirá la aceptación de fondos de subvenciones para Educación de Adultos para la aprobación de la Junta en la reunión del 16 de diciembre, según lo requiere el estatuto estatal. También recibirán una actualización informativa sobre el departamento de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje Primario y una presentación sobre el contrato de HILL for Literacy. No se toman votos en esta reunión del comité; los puntos son únicamente de discusión e informativos.
- Subvenciones para Educación de Adultos – discusión y solicitud de aprobación de la Junta de Educación en la reunión del 16 de diciembre; los fondos fluyen a través de Hartford Public Schools hacia Entidades Elegibles Cooperantes bajo los CT General Statutes §10-69.
- Contrato de HILL for Literacy – discusión informativa sobre un contrato de programa de alfabetización para el año escolar 2025-26.
- Presentación del Departamento de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje Primario – actualización y discusión sobre la instrucción primaria.
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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses adult education grants and literacy support contract
The committee reviewed adult education programs and strategic directions for elementary teaching. A proposal was presented for a $114,720 literacy support contract with The Hill for Literacy to be reviewed at the December 16th Board of Education meeting.
- Adult education grant funds requested for approval at December 16th Board of Education meeting
- Proposed $114,720 contract for literacy support services from The Hill for Literacy discussed
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Teaching & Learning Committee (Tuesday, November 25, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum
Staff present
Arria Coburn, Terrence Cunningham, Dr. Al Sackey, Mario Carullo, Amanda Kushner,
Others present
Stephen Morris, Literacy Volunteers; Homa Nacify, Hartford Public Library, David Hopkins, Urban League; Jenna Gampel, Stephney Gonzalez HILL for Literacy
Meeting summary
Quick recap
The Teaching and Learning Committee meeting focused on adult education grants for Hartford Public Schools, including presentations from various organizations about their programs and services. The conversation ended with discussions about the district's strategic direction, literacy program priorities, and a contract proposal for literacy support services from The Hill for Literacy.
Next steps
Dr. Sackey, Dr. Carullo , Ms. Kushner: Coordinate with Cristina to schedule an informal meeting with Board Member Tatum to discuss the state of elementary education within the next month or two.
Dr. Sackey, Dr. Carullo , Ms. Kushner: Collaborate with Lori Minnick (Director of Pre-K) to explore deeper collaboration and data sharing between Pre-K and elementary teams to better support students and families from birth to 4 years old, including sharing trends and needs with community organizations.
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Tue Nov 18, 2025
BoE Regular Meeting
La junta escolar considerará una política sobre el acceso de la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración
La Junta de Educación escuchará informes de sus comités de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje, Política, y Compromiso Familiar y Comunitario. Las discusiones clave incluyen una propuesta de política para restringir el acceso de los agentes de aplicación de las leyes de inmigración a los edificios escolares, la aprobación de contratos de renovación del piso del gimnasio en las escuelas SMSA y University High, y una renovación de la subvención de la Fundación NEAG de $98,000 para el enriquecimiento extracurricular. No hay votos finales programados; los puntos se presentan para información y posterior discusión de la junta.
- El comité de política recomienda un lenguaje que limite el acceso de ICE a los terrenos escolares, requiriendo órdenes judiciales verificadas por un asesor legal o el designado del superintendente
- Proyectos de renovación del piso del gimnasio en las escuelas SMSA y University High, financiados por subvenciones aseguradas por la Directora Atlética Heidi Schmidt
- Renovación de la subvención de la Fundación NEAG por $98,000 para apoyar los programas de enriquecimiento después de clases y los sábados en la escuela Kennelly
- Actualización sobre los Sistemas de Soporte Multinivel (MTSS) y las colocaciones de educación especial, incluyendo datos sobre el ausentismo crónico y los costos fuera del distrito
- Revisión del impacto del programa 2-4-1 Sports en la reducción del ausentismo crónico del 29% al 12% en una escuela participante
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Mon Nov 10, 2025
Finance & Audit Committee
Aprobación del contrato de Pullman & Comley; discusión del presupuesto del año fiscal 2026-27
El Comité de Finanzas y Auditoría considerará la aprobación de un contrato con la firma de abogados Pullman & Comley. El comité también recibirá una actualización mensual sobre las finanzas del año fiscal 2025-26 y discutirá el desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-27. La aprobación del contrato es un punto de decisión; las actualizaciones son informativas y para discusión.
- Aprobación del contrato para Pullman & Comley (firma de abogados)
- Actualización mensual sobre las finanzas del año fiscal 2025-26
- Discusión del desarrollo del presupuesto del año fiscal 2026-27
- Reunión realizada virtualmente a las 5:00 p.m.
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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses $35M structural deficit and enrollment decline
The committee reviewed a significant decline in student enrollment and discussed a $35 million structural deficit facing the district. Members discussed potential school closures to save approximately $1 million per building and reviewed legal service contract requests. The committee also addressed legislative advocacy needs to address funding challenges.
- Discussed Pullman and Conley contract request for legal and labor services
- Reviewed enrollment trends showing 15,200 current students
- Evaluated school closure as a method to save approximately $1 million per school
- Planned for the reconvening of the Legislative Advocacy Committee
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Finance & Audit Committee (Monday, November 10, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune
Staff present
Andrae Townsel, Caitlin Richard, Ed Wilson, Konnie Rattley, Yamir Soto-Santa
Meeting summary
Quick recap
The Hartford Board of Education finance meeting began with a presentation on legislative priorities and school choice funding. The board discussed a contract request from a law firm for legal and labor services, including school leadership and expulsion hearings, while also reviewing student enrollment trends showing a significant decline in district attendance. The conversation ended with discussions about the district's structural deficit and budget planning, including potential school closures and legislative advocacy efforts to address funding challenges.
Next steps
• CFO Richard: Bring additional enrollment data broken down by grade level, school zones, and demographics to the December Board Finance Committee meeting.
• CFO Richard: Present the timeline for the addition of new magnet and open choice seats as required by the Sheff settlement, including the "stair step" of when additional seats will be added, for planning purposes.
• CFO Richard: Work with OTM and school leadership to explore leveraging staff with dual certifications (e.g., SPED and MAF) for more flexible and effective high schoo
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Thu Nov 6, 2025
Family & Community Engagement Committee
El Comité de Compromiso Familiar y Comunitario de Hartford revisará el informe del Título I y la actualización del Welcome Center
El comité recibirá actualizaciones informativas sobre las actividades parentales del Título I y un destaque escolar, escuchará el informe del Welcome Center incluyendo comparaciones de ingresos, y revisará el informe de membresía del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la agenda consiste enteramente en informes y actualizaciones.
- Informe del Título I y Destaque Escolar del FCSSP (informativo)
- Informe del Welcome Center con comparación de ingresos de septiembre de 2025
- Informe de membresía del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar para 2025-2026
- Presentación de actualizaciones/eventos generales
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✓ Decidido: Committee reviews SGC membership increases and student intake data
The committee reviewed updates on School Governance Council (SGC) membership growth and the Welcome Center's September intake report. Discussions included Title I budget encumbrance status and enhancements to the volunteering process.
- Noted 21% of $130,286.70 Title I budget was encumbered as of October 31st
- Reported increase in schools with full SGC membership from 9 to 21
- Recorded 879 Welcome Center intakes for September compared to 638 last year
- Identified 269 students currently flagged as McKinney-Vento participants
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Family & Community Engagement Committee (Thursday, November 6, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Steven Tatum, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Jinelle Hooker, Alejandro Martinez, Flor DeHoyos, Leslie Carillo
Quick recap
The Family and Community Engagement Committee meeting covered various aspects of school engagement and support services, budget updates, and parent engagement initiatives. The discussion highlighted the important role of school staff in providing both academic and emotional support to students, with updates on School Governance Council membership and volunteering processes. The conversation ended with reports on the Welcome Center's intake data and support services provided to students experiencing homelessness in Hartford.
Next steps
• Mr. Martinez: Provide finalized Title I parent representative list, full list of SGC meetings per for every school and SGC co-chair parent information by November 14th
• Mr. Martinez: Provide full list of SGC meetings per school by November 14th
• Mr. Martinez: Update Capital Prep information in the SGC report
• Mr. Martinez: Include meeting format (virtual/in-person/hybrid) and location information when providing SGC meeting dates
• Mr. Martinez and Ms. Hooker: Send message to school administrators clarifying that staff members cannot serve as parents on SGC, even if they have children
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Wed Nov 5, 2025
Workshop Meeting
La Junta revisará los resultados de la Rendición de Cuentas de Próxima Generación 2024-25
La Junta de Educación de Hartford llevará a cabo una reunión de taller para discutir los Resultados de la Rendición de Cuentas de Próxima Generación 2024-25. No hay votos programados; la sesión es únicamente para información y discusión.
- Presentación y discusión de la Descripción General de los Resultados de la Rendición de Cuentas de Próxima Generación 2024-25
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✓ Decidido: Board reviews district accountability scores and school performance data
The Hartford Board of Education held a workshop to review the 2024-25 Next Generation Accountability Reports. The discussion focused on academic indicators, mathematics growth, and strategies for improving student proficiency and resource allocation.
- Tasked staff to investigate disaggregated data for Hartford resident students
- Requested detailed information on intervention and support mechanisms for students with D averages
- Scheduled presentation of strategic plan priorities for the December board meeting
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Workshop Meeting (Wednesday, November 5, 2025)
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Members present
Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Steven Tatum, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
Meeting called to order at 7:15 PM
1. Opening
Procedural: 1.1 Call to Order
2. Workshop
Discussion, Information: 2.1 2024-25 Next Generation Accountability Results Overview
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Meeting summary
Quick recap
The Hartford Board of Education held a workshop meeting to review the Next Generation Accountability Reports and discuss various indicators for evaluating district and school performance. The meeting covered performance data across different academic areas, with mathematics showing the most significant growth and the district achieving an overall accountability score of 59 out of 100 points. The discussion concluded with conversations about resource allocation, school categorization, and strategies for improving student performance, including ongoing efforts to enhance support systems and professional development.
Next steps
Konnie/Abby: Investigate and provide disaggregated data showing performance of Hartford resident students both within Hartford schools and across other districts, as requested by Ruth Fortune.
Konnie/Abby: Share more detailed information (potentially in a committee meeting) about current intervention and support mec
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Mon Nov 3, 2025
Policy Committee
El Comité de Política considera la protección de estudiantes indocumentados y el cobro de servicios de alimentación
El Comité de Política se reunirá para votar la adopción de una política relativa a la protección de estudiantes indocumentados. El organismo también realizará una primera lectura de una política de no cobro de servicios de alimentación y revisará un grupo de políticas sin cambios. Además, el comité discutirá cambios en los estatutos relativos a las agendas de consentimiento y los comités asesores.
- Segunda lectura y adopción: Protección de Estudiantes Indocumentados
- Primera lectura: Servicios de Alimentación - Política de No Cobro
- Revisión de 21 políticas sin cambios, incluyendo armas de fuego en la propiedad escolar y la relación entre la junta y el superintendente
- Discusión del Estatuto 9321.2 relativo al traslado de la agenda de consentimiento
- Discusión del cambio propuesto al Estatuto 9321 relativo a los Comités Asesores
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✓ Decidido: Committee maintains meal charging policy and postpones advisory committee proposal
The Policy Committee reviewed student immigration protections, smoking policies, and meal procedures. Members decided to maintain the current meal charging policy for CEP districts and postponed a proposal regarding advisory committees due to lack of consensus. The committee also approved a bylaw change regarding the consent agenda.
- Maintained existing meal charging policy
- Postponed advisory committee proposal
- Approved smoking policy update to include vaping and e-cigarettes
- Approved bylaw change to allow leadership to move the consent agenda first
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Policy Committee (Monday, November 3, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Tyrone Walker, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Stephen Wilson
Staff Present
Attorney Wilson, Elaine Gagliotti, Jose Colon,
Others Present
Lori Mizerak
Quick recap
The Policy Committee reviewed and refined language in a student protection policy regarding warrant verification and school access, focusing on clarifying the types of warrants that would allow entry and specifying the personnel authorized for verification. The board discussed a school access policy aimed at restricting immigration enforcement agents' entry into school buildings, with members debating the scope of the policy and its implementation challenges. The committee also reviewed several other policies including advisory committees, smoking/vaping in facilities, and meal charging procedures, ultimately deciding to maintain the existing meal charging policy and postpone the advisory committee proposal due to lack of consensus.
Next steps
• Ms. Fortune: Finalize revisions to the protection of students regardless of immigration status policy before the next board meeting vote, including adding "not expired" language
• Attorney Wilson: Review and revise the superintendent's memo on immigration protocols to align with the updated policy once adopted
• Attorney Wilson: Update the smoking policy to inc
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Wed Oct 29, 2025
Teaching & Learning Committee
El Comité votará sobre contratos de deportes, pisos de gimnasio y aceptará la subvención NEAG
El Comité de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje considerará tres puntos de acción: un contrato con 241 Sports, la aceptación de una subvención NEAG para la Escuela Kennelly y un contrato con Dalene Flooring para trabajos de pisos de gimnasio en SMSA/UHSSE. El comité también recibirá una actualización sobre Educación Especial y MTSS.
- Aprobación del contrato para 241 Sports (servicios atléticos)
- Aceptación de fondos de la subvención NEAG para la Escuela Kennelly
- Aprobación del contrato para Dalene Flooring para renovar los pisos de gimnasio en SMSA y UHSSE
- Actualización sobre Educación Especial y el Sistema de Apoyos Multinivel (MTSS)
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✓ Decidido: Board approves gym floor renovations at SMSA and University High schools
The committee reviewed updates on the 2-4-1 Sports program, the NEAG Foundation grant renewal, and special education services. The board approved contracts for gym floor renovation projects at SMSA and University High schools.
- Approved gym floor renovation contracts for SMSA and University High schools
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Teaching & Learning Committee (Wednesday, October 29, 2025)
Members present
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Tyrone Walker, Steven Tatum
Staff present
Monica Quinones, Edward Jacobsen, Lindsey Thompson, June Cahill, Marc Shulman, Sean Tomany, Mathew Gaffney, Jennifer Hoffman, Erin Doyle,
Meeting summary
Quick recap
The Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting covered several key initiatives including the 2-4-1 Sports program, which demonstrated positive impacts on student participation and attendance, and the NEAG Foundation grant renewal for after-school enrichment activities. The board approved contracts for gym floor renovations at SMSA and University High schools, while also discussing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and special education services in Hartford Public Schools. The conversation ended with discussions about the effectiveness of MTSS implementation and special education outcomes, including concerns about student placements and the need for program audits.
Next steps
• Mr. Boyle : Provide detailed data on student participants showing chronic absenteeism rates and discipline referrals from last year's programs across 9 Hartford Public Schools, to be shared post-meeting.
• Ms. Quinones 2-for-1 Sports team: Update presentation materials to include hard data on student outcomes for future presentations
• Ms. Cahill : Share slide deck with pictures and descript
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Tue Oct 21, 2025
BoE Regular Meeting
La Junta discutirá la política de protección de estudiantes indocumentados frente a ICE
La Junta de Educación escuchará informes de los comités de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje y de Política. El Comité de Política recomienda adoptar una política de voluntarios escolares y presentó una primera lectura de una política para proteger a los estudiantes indocumentados, incluyendo protocolos para el acceso de ICE. El Comité de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje presentó actualizaciones sobre iniciativas de alfabetización y matemáticas, programas multilingües y nuevas prácticas de calificación.
- Primera lectura de la política para proteger a los estudiantes indocumentados, que requiere una orden judicial para la entrada de ICE
- Segunda lectura y recomendación para adoptar una política de voluntarios escolares (actualmente no existe ninguna política)
- Informe de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje sobre la intervención de lectura STARI y el curso de álgebra TTA
- Discusión sobre la participación de los padres en el programa de lenguaje dual y las conexiones hogar-escuela
- Planes para la trayectoria de la estación de radio de Weaver High School y el desarrollo del programa de medios
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Mon Oct 13, 2025
Finance & Audit Committee
El Comité discute el informe de cierre del año fiscal 2024-25 y el desarrollo del presupuesto del año fiscal 2026-27
El Comité de Finanzas y Auditoría de Hartford Public Schools se reúne virtualmente para revisar el Informe de Cierre del año fiscal 2024-25 y la Actualización Trimestral del año fiscal 2025-26. También discuten el desarrollo del presupuesto del año fiscal 2026-27. Todos los puntos son informativos o de discusión; no hay votaciones programadas.
- Informe de Cierre FY 2024-25: Informativo, reporte y discusión.
- Actualización Trimestral FY 2025-26: Solo informativo.
- Desarrollo del Presupuesto FY 2026-27: Informativo y discusión.
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✓ Decidido: Committee reviews $10 million deficit and declining student enrollment
The committee reviewed a $10 million deficit to be covered by the city's fund balance surplus and an enrollment decline of approximately 1,400 students. Discussions included the financial impact of lower enrollment on revenue, special education funding gaps, and potential school consolidation. The district is also planning a comprehensive study of the Hartford education system.
- Reviewed $10 million deficit to be covered by city fund balance surplus
- Noted enrollment decline of approximately 1,400 students
- Identified $4.7 million revenue gap due to declining enrollment
- Announced plans for an RFP to study school consolidation
- Reviewed $120,000 budget software implementation
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Finance & Audit Committee (Monday, October 13, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Steven Tatum
Staff present
Andrae Townsel, Caitlin Richard, Yamir Soto-Santa
Quick recap
The Board of Education Finance Committee reviewed the district's financial performance, discussing a $10 million deficit that will be covered by the city's fund balance surplus and examining enrollment trends showing a significant decline of about 1,400 students across various grade levels. The committee analyzed how declining enrollment impacts revenue and staffing, with a particular focus on magnet school funding and the need for early warning indicators of enrollment instability. The conversation ended with discussions about long-term financial projections, including a comprehensive study of the Hartford education system and potential school consolidation efforts, while also addressing concerns about special education funding and classroom size optimization.
Next steps
• Ms. Richard to continue monitoring the current fiscal year budget, particularly focusing on enrollment trends and vacancy rates.
• Ms. Richard to share with the Board the analysis of classroom sizes across schools and any class size adjustments being made.
• Ms. Richard to develop a more precise budget estimate for next fiscal year and present it at the next month&
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Thu Oct 9, 2025
Family & Community Engagement Committee
El Comité considerará el contrato con Urban League para las escuelas comunitarias de Weaver
El Comité de Compromiso Familiar y Comunitario discutirá actualizaciones, incluyendo un informe de Título I, y considerará la aprobación de un contrato con Urban League para las escuelas comunitarias de Weaver. Los informes del Welcome Center y del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar también están en la agenda.
- Aceptación de Fondos/Aprobación de Contrato: Urban League (Weaver CBO)
- Informe de Título I (informativo)
- Informe del Welcome Center con datos de comparación de ingresos
- Informe del Consejo de Gobernanza Escolar
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✓ Decidido: Proposed $277,840 contract for Weaver High School community programming
The committee reviewed a proposed contract for the Urban League of Greater Hartford to provide wraparound services at Weaver High School. The proposal includes support for 100 students during the 2025-2026 school year using North Hartford Ascent Pipeline and Nellie Mae Educational Foundation funds. Discussions also covered Title I funding allocations and updates to the School Governance Council process.
- Proposed $277,840 contract for Weaver High School community schools programming discussed
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Family & Community Engagement Committee (Thursday, October 9, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Jinelle Hooker, Alejandro Martinez, Valery Alegre, Michelle Martinez
Others present
Kyrinda Richardson, Urban League
Quick recap
The Family and Community Engagement Committee meeting covered updates on upcoming events, Title I funding allocation, and the utilization of funds at various schools. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed contract for community schools programming at Weaver High School, including the selection of the Urban League of Greater Hartford as the lead organization and their plans for wraparound services. The conversation ended with updates on the School Governance Council process, the Welcome Center's activities, and a discussion about tracking school-specific data concerns.
Next steps
• Mr. Martinez to compile and review all School Governance Council rosters by October 20th after the submission deadline of October 15th.
• Mr. Martinez to send welcome emails to all SGC members between October 22nd-24th to confirm their participation.
• Mr. Martinez to collect all SGC meeting schedules from school administrators by November 14th and post them on the HPS website along with SGC Chairs’ contact info.
• Mr. Martinez to wor
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Tue Oct 7, 2025
Workshop Meeting
La junta escolar discutirá la actualización de la gestión del talento
La junta de Hartford Public Schools lleva a cabo una reunión de taller para recibir y discutir una presentación sobre el estado de la gestión del talento. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la reunión incluye únicamente la apertura, la presentación del taller y el cierre.
- Presentación y discusión del State of Talent Management, con un mazo de diapositivas de 4,076 KB adjunto
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Mon Oct 6, 2025
Policy Committee
Primera lectura de la política para proteger a estudiantes indocumentados
El Comité de Políticas llevará a cabo una primera lectura de una política sobre la protección de estudiantes indocumentados. También realizarán segundas lecturas y votarán sobre políticas para voluntarios escolares, conmociones cerebrales en deportes estudiantiles y paro cardíaco súbito. Además, el comité discutirá el proceso de revisión automática de políticas.
- Segunda lectura y adopción de la Política 1212 - School Volunteers
- Primera lectura de la Política 5111.3 - Protection of Undocumented Students
- Segunda lectura y adopción de la Política 5141.7 - Student Sports - Concussion
- Segunda lectura y adopción de la Política 5141.28 - Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Discusión del Proceso de Revisión Automática de Políticas
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✓ Decidido: Committee votes to adopt school volunteer policy, reviews undocumented student and security protocols
The committee decided to proceed with voting on the school volunteers policy at the next board meeting and reviewed undocumented student and school security policies. The board also approved policies on student sports concussion and sudden cardiac arrest.
- Proceed with voting on school volunteers policy at next board meeting
- Reviewed undocumented student protection policy
- Agreed to review all policies related to law enforcement interactions in schools
- Approved student sports concussion policy
- Approved sudden cardiac arrest policy
- Discussed updating policy review process
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Policy Committee (Monday, October 6, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Tyrone Walker, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune
Staff present
Erin Wilson, Pete Bergenholtz, Jinelle Hooker
Quick recap
The Policy Committee meeting focused on reviewing and adopting policies related to school volunteers and protection of undocumented students, with discussions around policy language, implementation procedures, and parental concerns. The board addressed security protocols and safety measures at schools, including discussions about ICE access, building access restrictions, and the need for clear procedures when law enforcement interacts with school facilities. The conversation ended with reviews of student sports-related policies and discussions about updating the policy review process to ensure comprehensive coverage of student safety measures.
Next steps
• Ms. Hooker to add language to the school volunteers policy regarding the process for large groups of volunteers.
• Ms. Wilson to consult with CABE for recommendations on policy review processes used by other districts.
Summary
School Volunteer and Undocumented Student Policies
The Policy Committee meeting focused on two main agenda items: the second reading and adoption of the school volunteers policy, and the first reading of the protection of undocumented students policy. For the volunteers policy, Ms. Hooker presented re
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Wed Oct 1, 2025
Teaching & Learning Committee
El Comité de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje revisará la actualización de la División de Académicos
El comité recibirá y discutirá una actualización informativa de la División de Académicos, presentada a través de una serie de diapositivas. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la reunión se limita a la discusión de este único punto.
- Actualización informativa y discusión sobre la División de Académicos (diapositivas adjuntas)
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✓ Decidido: Teaching & Learning Committee reviews academic initiatives and grading practices
The committee received departmental updates on literacy, math, and multilingual programs across all grade levels. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting focused on curriculum implementation and strategies for equitable grading.
- Proposed radio station pathway at Weaver High School to be developed by Ms. Avicolli and Secondary Teaching team
- Multilingual curriculum presentations to be included in school open houses and parent activities
- Teaching and Learning Department to provide teachers time to adjust gradebooks for new grading practices after first quarter
- District leadership to align future presentations with the Strategic Operating Plan
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Teaching & Learning Committee (Wednesday, October 1, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Francoise Deristel-Leger, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum
Staff present
Dr. Albert Sackey, Lore Minich, Mario Carullo, Tracy Avicolli, Vanessa Cruz, Johanna Robles
Quick recap
The Teaching and Learning Department presented their initiatives across various grade levels, including early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school programs focused on improving literacy, math proficiency, and post-secondary readiness. The department outlined their approach to curriculum development, professional development, and instructional strategies across content areas, with particular emphasis on supporting struggling readers and implementing equitable grading practices. The conversation ended with discussions about multilingual programs, family engagement strategies, and plans for media program development at Weaver High School, with committee members providing feedback on grading practices and curriculum alignment with the district's strategic plan.
Next steps
• Ms. Robles to reach out to schools to ensure multilingual curriculum presentations are included in open houses and parent activities.
• Ms. Robles to discuss with coaches and teachers about implementing incentives for students completing reading practice at home.
• Multilingual Department to strengthen home-school connections by providing more par
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Tue Sep 16, 2025
BoE Regular Meeting
La Junta discutirá contratos de artes, educación alternativa y brechas de financiamiento
La Junta de Educación de Hartford escuchará informes de dos reuniones del Comité Plenario. Las discusiones incluyen renovaciones de contratos para Hartford Performs ($358,710) y Opportunity Academy ($660,000), una renovación de arrendamiento de Ricoh ($650,000/año) y una subvención de Renzulli Academy. La junta también revisará los resultados de los programas de verano y un informe estatal sobre las disparidades de financiamiento entre las escuelas magnet y las escuelas vecinales.
- Renovación del contrato de artes de Hartford Performs por $358,710
- Contrato de educación alternativa de Opportunity Academy por $660,000
- Arrendamiento de Ricoh por cinco años para 150 dispositivos multifuncionales a $650,000/año
- Subvención de Renzulli Academy de $70,000 para un consultor de enriquecimiento
- Revisión del informe estatal sobre las disparidades de financiamiento entre escuelas magnet y vecinales
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✓ Decidido: Shonta Browdy elected as Board Chairperson
The Board of Education held a regular meeting where Shonta Browdy was elected to fill the remaining vacancy for Board Chairperson. The session included extensive public comment regarding school consolidation, volunteer policies, and staff parking issues.
- Elected Shonta Browdy as Board Chairperson
- Appointed Kory Mills to the CREC Council
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BoE Regular Meeting (Tuesday, September 16, 2025)
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
1. Opening
1.1 Call to Order
1.2 Roll Call
1.3 Election of Chairperson
Ms. Shonta Browdy was elected chairperson of the Board, filling in for the remainder of the vacancy.
1.4 Opening Statement
2. Dialogue Session
2.1 Public Comment
Ms. Angelika Matics thanked the Board for introducing the volunteering policy, noting the importance of involving families while protecting students. However, she stated that the draft's tone leans too heavily on protection, making volunteers feel like a risk to be managed rather than partners to be welcomed.
Key Concerns with the Policy Draft:
Vague Language for Removal: The terms "inappropriate or detrimental behavior" are too vague and lack clear examples, potentially leading to inconsistent interpretation across schools and opening doors to personal bias.
Scattered Authority: Authority is too scattered among principals, staff, and safety teams, indicating a lack of clear structure and a defined process for decisions or appeals.
Discretion in Placement: The requirement for staff consent puts too much discretion in individual hands, allowing one staff member to welcome parents while another may exclude th
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Wed Sep 10, 2025
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Escuelas de Hartford votarán sobre arrendamiento de copiadoras Ricoh por $3.25M y fondos de $556K para centros familiares
El Comité Pleno discutirá y votará sobre un arrendamiento maestro de Ricoh por 5 años con un valor de $650,000 anuales, la aceptación de $556,815 del estado para los Centros de Recursos Familiares y la renovación del software de gestión de visitantes Raptor. También están en la agenda las segundas y primeras lecturas de políticas sobre prevención de sobredosis de opioides, salud estudiantil, voluntarios escolares y protocolos de conmoción cerebral/paro cardíaco súbito.
- Continuación del Acuerdo de Arrendamiento Maestro de Ricoh: $650,000/año por 5 años (julio 2025-junio 2030)
- Aceptación de $556,815 del CT State Dept. of Education para Centros de Recursos Familiares, con contratos para Hispanic Health Council y The Village for Families & Children
- Renovación del software de gestión de visitantes y voluntarios de Raptor Technologies: $63,675 para septiembre 2025-junio 2026
- Segunda lectura de políticas sobre prevención de sobredosis de opioides, servicios de salud estudiantil y evaluaciones de salud
- Primeras lecturas de políticas sobre voluntarios escolares, conmociones cerebrales en deportes estudiantiles y paro cardíaco súbito
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Mon Sep 8, 2025
Committee of the Whole Meeting
El Comité votará sobre el contrato de $358K de Hartford Performs
El Comité Plenario revisará y recomendará acciones sobre varias continuaciones de contratos y un acuerdo de arrendamiento para la reunión ordinaria. Los puntos incluyen una renovación de $358,710 para la educación artística de Hartford Performs, un contrato de $660,000 para la programación alternativa de OPPortunity Academy, un arrendamiento de copiadoras Ricoh de $650,000 al año y una subvención de NEAG de $70,000 para consultoría. También se discutirán actualizaciones sobre la recuperación de créditos de la escuela de verano y una consulta sobre la subvención de imanes.
- Continuación del contrato para la educación artística de Hartford Performs: $358,710
- Continuación del contrato para OPPortunity Academy (escuela secundaria alternativa): $660,000
- Acuerdo de arrendamiento de Ricoh para copiadoras: $650,000 al año por 5 años
- Aceptación de fondos de la subvención de NEAG para LaParre Consulting: $70,000
- Actualizaciones sobre la Escuela de Verano/Recuperación de Créditos y Consulta sobre la Subvención de Imanes
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✓ Decidido: Hartford Public Schools reviews contracts, alternative education, and funding formulas
The Committee of the Whole meeting focused on reviewing program contracts, alternative education options, and a state report on school funding formulas. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded; the board directed staff to monitor assessment scores, track enrollment, and draft responses to recent media coverage. The discussions affect how district funds are allocated between magnet and neighborhood schools, and whether outside enrichment programs supplement in-house arts instruction.
- Reviewed $358,710 Hartford Performs contract renewal; board requested follow-up on teacher implementation and engagement examples
- Discussed $660,000 OPP alternative education contract and $275,000 state-funded redesign proposal; no vote recorded in minutes
- Acknowledged $70,000 Renzulli Academy grant award; board suggested revisiting enrollment caps for suburban students
- Reviewed summer program outcomes (2,375 students registered); discussed staffing and community partnerships
- Analyzed state report on magnet vs. neighborhood school funding disparities; agreed to prepare response to state and media
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Committee of the Whole Meeting (Monday, September 8, 2025)
Members present
Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
Staff present
Andrae Townsel, Konnie Rattley, Albert Sackey, Mario Carullo, Arria Coburn, Lilliana Cuevas, Dwight Thompson, Jinelle Hooker, Marissa White, Jose Colon, Monica Quinones, Erin Doyle, Caitlin Richard, Sherri Davis-Googe
Others present
Lori Mizerak, Rie Porier-Campbell - Hartford Performs, Girard Dawes OPP, Hector Rivera, OP, Tameka Grant OPP,
Quick recap
The Hartford Board of Education Committee of the Whole meeting focused on reviewing and approving contracts for various educational programs, including Hartford Performs and OPPortunity Academy, while discussing their impact on student engagement and academic outcomes. The board discussed the CT State Department of Education’s Analysis on funding disparities between magnet and neighborhood schools, with a presentation highlighting how needs-based formulas affect resource allocation. The conversation ended with discussions about summer programming enrollment and the need to respond to the media coverage and state reports regarding school funding and performance.
Next steps
• Dr. Sackey: Monitor and report on the increase in Wit and Wisdom end-of-module assessment task scores from 2024 to 2026 school yea
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Thu Sep 4, 2025
Board Retreat
La Junta entra en sesión ejecutiva por un asunto de personal relacionado con el Dr. Townsel
La Junta de Educación de Hartford Public Schools llevó a cabo un retiro para discutir la gobernanza escolar, la colaboración entre la junta y el superintendente, y los protocolos de toma de decisiones. La junta también votó entrar en sesión ejecutiva por un asunto de personal que involucra al Dr. Townsel y posteriormente se suspendió la sesión.
- Discusión sobre la Gobernanza Escolar y la Colaboración Efectiva entre la Junta y el Superintendente
- Discusión sobre la Toma de Decisiones y los Protocolos de Participación
- Discusión sobre el Entendimiento Compartido: Comunicación, Compromisos, Próximos Pasos
- La moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva por un asunto de personal (Dr. Townsel) fue aprobada con 9 votos a favor
- Moción para suspender el retiro
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✓ Decidido: Hartford Board of Education holds retreat and executive session
The Board of Education held a retreat focused on school governance and decision-making protocols. The Board entered an executive session regarding a personnel matter involving Dr. Townsel before adjourning.
- Entered executive session for personnel matter (9-0)
- Exited executive session
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Board Retreat (Thursday, September 4, 2025)
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Members present
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
Meeting called to order at 7:03 PM
1. BoE Retreat
Discussion, Information: 1.1 School Governance & Effective Board/Superintendent Collaboration
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Discussion, Information: 1.2 Decision Making & Engagement Protocols
2. Executive Session: Personnel Matter: Dr. Townsel
Action: 2.1 Enter Executive Session
Motion to enter into executive session.
Motion by Tyrone Walker, second by Cristher E Perez.
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Aye: Francoise Deristel-Leger, Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
Action: 2.2 Exit Executive Session
Motion to exit executive session.
Motion by Steven Tatum, second by Stephen Wilson.
3. Closing
Action: 3.1 Adjournment
Tue Aug 19, 2025
BoE Regular Meeting
La junta escolar de Hartford escuchará informes sobre contratos, cambios de nombre y políticas
La Junta de Educación de Hartford celebra una reunión regular con comentarios públicos e informes del Presidente, el Superintendente y los comités. El informe del Comité Plenario cubre las renovaciones de contratos para los servicios de traducción de Language Line, una enmienda de $121,000 para la herramienta de presupuesto Powerschool Allovue y la selección de un socio comunitario para Weaver High School. El informe del Comité de Políticas analiza el cambio de nombre de Classical Magnet School a Hernan Lafontaine Classical Magnet School y nuevas políticas de prevención de sobredosis de opioides.
- Informe del Comité Plenario sobre renovaciones de contratos, incluyendo Language Line y la enmienda de $121,000 de Powerschool Allovue
- Informe del Comité de Políticas sobre la propuesta de cambiar el nombre de Classical Magnet School a Hernan Lafontaine Classical Magnet School
- Actualización sobre la selección del socio de la escuela comunitaria de Weaver High School con 8 propuestas recibidas
- Discusión del Comité de Políticas sobre la nueva política de prevención de sobredosis de opioides que formaliza los protocolos de Narcan
- Periodo de comentarios públicos abierto para los residentes
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✓ Decidido: Board appoints two academy principals and approves two educational contracts
The Board of Education appointed Matthey Gaffney and Corinne Barney as principals for two academies. The Board also approved contracts for Ready CT and CT RISE for terms ending June 30, 2026.
- Approved Matthey Gaffney as Principal of Sport & Medical Sciences Academy (9-0)
- Approved Corinne Barney as Principal of Dwight Bellizzi Dual Language Academy (9-0)
- Approved Ready CT contract not to exceed $494,800 (7-1-1)
- Approved CT RISE contract not to exceed $190,000 (8-1-0)
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BoE Regular Meeting (Tuesday, August 19, 2025)
Members present
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Shonta Browdy, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Stephen Wilson, Steven Tatum, Kory Mills, Ruth R Fortune, Cristher E Perez
1. Opening
1.1 Call to Order
1.2 Roll Call
1.3 Opening Statement
2. Dialogue Session
2.1 Public Comment
Robert Pitocco, a retired educator, spoke in favor of naming the classical magnet school after Hernan LaFontaine. Pitocco began his career in Hartford and served as the equal opportunity officer under Superintendent LaFontaine. He shared his experience working directly with LaFontaine, who he credits with creating the classical magnet school.
According to Pitocco, LaFontaine's vision was to provide a rigorous, classical education to all students, not just the highest-achieving ones. Pitocco was part of the team that created the school's curriculum and hired its staff. He noted that LaFontaine secured support from Trinity College and insisted on high expectations and a continuous evaluation of the program. Pitocco concluded by stating that LaFontaine's vision and leadership are the reasons the classical magnet school still exists today, and he wholeheartedly supports naming it in his honor.
Joanne Jones, a Hartford resident, speaks in support of naming the classical magnet school after Hernan LaFontaine. She has known him for many year
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Mon Aug 11, 2025
Policy Committee
El Comité de Políticas revisa la enmienda del contrato de SPED y la solicitud de cambio de nombre de una escuela
El Comité de Políticas de Hartford Public Schools discutirá una solicitud para cambiar el nombre de la Classical Magnet School y revisará una enmienda de contrato para servicios de ABA para estudiantes con trastorno del espectro autista. El comité también realizará las primeras lecturas de tres políticas de salud estudiantil que cubren servicios generales, evaluaciones de salud y prevención de sobredosis por opioides.
- Enmienda de Contrato: A Brand New Day (SPED) - aumento de $10,000 elevando el total a $177,999 para servicios de ABA para estudiantes con trastorno del espectro autista.
- Solicitud de cambio de nombre de Classical Magnet School - Revisión del informe del comité de cambio de nombre de la escuela.
- Política 5141 - Servicios de Salud Estudiantil - Primera lectura de la política de servicios de salud actualizada.
- Política 5141.3 - Evaluaciones de Salud - Primera lectura de los procedimientos de evaluación de salud actualizados.
- Política 5141.213 - Prevención de Sobredosis por Opioides - Primera lectura de la nueva política de prevención de opioides.
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✓ Decidido: Policy Committee discusses school renaming and health policy updates
The committee discussed renaming Classical Magnet School to Hernan Lafontaine Classical Magnet School and reviewed updates to student health and opioid overdose policies. Members also addressed contract oversight following a $35,959.70 increase to a contract with A Brand New Day.
- Proposed renaming of Classical Magnet School to Hernan Lafontaine Classical Magnet School discussed
- Proposed amendment to A Brand New Day contract to increase total to $201,958.70 discussed
- First reading of Policy 5141 on student health services presented
- Updates to Policy 5141.3 health assessment regulations presented
- New opioid overdose prevention policy presented to formalize Narcan protocols
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Policy Committee (Monday, August 11, 2025)
Members present
Francoise Deristel-Leger, Tyrone Walker, Jennifer Hockenhull, Ruth R Fortune, Stephen Wilson
Staff present
Ed Wilson, Pete Bergenholtz, Jennifer Hoffman, Deb Chameides
Others present
Lori Mizerak
Quick recap
The Policy Committee meeting, chaired by Ms. Fortune, discussed the proposed renaming of Classical Magnet School to Hernan Lafontaine Classical Magnet School, with Attorney Wilson reporting no significant obstacles to the change. Ms. Hoffman, Director of Special Education, explained amendments to a contract with A Brand New Day and outlined new oversight measures to prevent future issues with late invoices, while Mr. Walker recommended modifying Planning & Placement Team (PPT) exit criteria to include financial implications. Attorney Wilson and Ms. Chameides presented updates to health services policies, including emergency contact procedures, health assessment regulations aligned with Connecticut Department of Public Health guidelines, and a new opioid overdose prevention policy formalizing existing Narcan protocols.
Next steps
• Attorney Wilson to send the memo regarding the Classical Magnet renaming to Board Member Fortune
• Ms. Hoffman to set up monthly meetings with CFO Richard and accounts payable team to monitor contract invoices
• Ms. Hoffman to implement bi-weekly matching of invoices to IEPs for
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