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Norwalk Public Schools, CT

Norwalk Public Schools   CT average (US Census ACS)
Population91,375
Per-capita income$59,700
Median home value$535,000

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Wed Jan 28, 2026

Facilities Committee Meeting

El Comité de Instalaciones votará sobre el acuerdo de energía solar para Norwalk High School

El Comité de Instalaciones considerará aprobar un Acuerdo de Compra de Energía con Verogy para la instalación de paneles solares en el techo de Norwalk High School/PTECH. Los miembros también revisarán una lista de proyectos para el verano de 2026 que incluye la remoción de UST, pavimentación de estacionamientos, mitigación de asbesto y reemplazo de casilleros. Están programadas actualizaciones sobre las subvenciones de HVAC/IAQ para seis escuelas, el proyecto de construcción de NHS/PTECH y el plan de construcción escolar de 25 años.

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✓ Decidido: Committee sent rooftop solar PPA for Norwalk High School to full board

The Facilities Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It unanimously voted to move the Power Purchase Agreement for a rooftop solar installation at Norwalk High School/P-TECH to the full Board of Education for approval. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

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Norwalk Board of Education Facilities Committee Meeting Minutes January 28, 2026 I. Call to Order & Attendance The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Committee Chair Diana Carpio. Committee Members Present: Diana Carpio, Chair Garrett Oliver Nellie Cole Staff & City Representatives Present: Sandra Faioes , Deputy Superintendent Bill Hodel , Director of Facilities Alan Lo , City of Norwalk (Buildings and Facilities Manager) II. Approval of Minutes The committee reviewed the minutes from the previous meeting. With no corrections noted, the minutes were accepted as presented. III. Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) – Rooftop Solar Project Bill Hodel and Alan Lo presented a proposal for a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Verogy for a rooftop solar installation at Norwalk High School/P-TECH. Project Scope: This will be the fifth district school to utilize rooftop solar. The system is projected to save approximately $2 million in energy costs over a 20-year period. Carport Solar Update: Alan Lo recommended against the previously discussed carport solar system due to high capital costs, structural complexity, and minimal financial return (projected $70,000 loss over 20 years). Concerns regarding aesthetics and security were also noted. Technical Details: The rooftop system is estimated to last 25–30 years, aligned with the lifespan of the roof. As a municipality, the city us [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting

El Comité revisará y votará sobre el programa de estudios de la escuela secundaria para 2026-27

El Comité de Currículo e Instrucción se reunirá para revisar y posiblemente tomar medidas sobre el Programa de Estudios de la Escuela Secundaria propuesto para el año escolar 2026-27. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior del 18 de diciembre de 2025. Se aceptan comentarios públicos por correo electrónico hasta las 4 p. m. del día de la reunión.

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✓ Decidido: Committee moves 2026-2027 Program of Studies to Full Board

The Curriculum Committee approved the annual updates to the Program of Studies. Starting with the Class of 2027, students must complete a 0.5 credit Financial Literacy course. The updated program includes new courses at Norwalk High School, Brien McMahon High School, CGS, and P-TECH.

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Norwalk Board of Education: Curriculum Committee Meeting Minutes Date: January 26, 2026 Time: 5:32 PM Location: Virtual Meeting I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 5:32 PM by Committee Chair Mary Ellen Flaherty-Ludwig . Attendance: Committee Members: Mary Ellen Flaherty-Ludwig (Chair), Howard White, Marcus Jaime. NPS Staff: Rob Pennington, Assistant Superintendent, Kyle Heaslip, Assistant Principal (NHS), Shirley Rockwell, Assistant Principal (BMHS), Beth Furnari, Principal (P-TECH), Deb Costello (P-TECH), Jen Spero, Assistant Principal (CGS), Misty Hofer, Education Administrator (STEM), Dani Brown, Education Administrator (Humanities), Carol Wiltshire-Toth, Education Administrator (Workforce Development). II. Summary of Discussion Program of Studies (POS) Overview Rob Pennington presented the annual updates to the Program of Studies, outlining course offerings and pathways. The process begins in November with department heads and principals to ensure alignment with the district's Portrait of a Graduate . Graduation & Financial Literacy Requirements Credit Distribution: Carol Wiltshire-Toth reviewed the 25-credit requirement. New Mandate: Starting with the Class of 2027 (current rising juniors) , students must complete a 0.5 credit Financial Literacy course. Multiple pathways exist to meet this, including a high-level dual-enrollment option. High School Highlights & New Courses N [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Board Business Meeting

La junta escolar de Norwalk discutirá la actualización del desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027

La junta recibirá un informe del superintendente que incluye una actualización sobre el desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027, una revisión del código de conducta y una descripción general de los programas bilingües/de lenguaje dual. La junta también considerará artículos de consentimiento: aprobación de acciones de personal, transferencias presupuestarias y actas de reuniones. Se presentará un informe financiero mensual de diciembre de 2025 para fines informativos.

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Wed Jan 14, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

El Comité de Finanzas revisará el desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 26-27

El Comité de Finanzas de Norwalk Public Schools revisará el informe financiero mensual de diciembre de 2025 y las transferencias presupuestarias. El comité también recibirá una actualización sobre el desarrollo del presupuesto para el año fiscal 26-27.

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Thu Jan 8, 2026

JOINT BOE / Common Council Finance Committee Meeting

Reunión conjunta para escuchar las presentaciones del CFO de la Ciudad y del CFO de la BOE sobre los presupuestos operativos 2026-2027

Esta reunión conjunta de la Junta de Educación (BOE) y el Comité de Finanzas del Concejo Común escuchará presentaciones del CFO de la Ciudad y del CFO de la BOE sobre sus respectivos presupuestos operativos propuestos para el año fiscal 2026-2027. La agenda también incluye participación pública y un período de discusión. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas.

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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses 2026-27 school budget request of $263.2M

The Joint Finance Committee reviewed the Board of Education's request for a $263.2 million operating budget for FY2026-27. The meeting focused on funding gaps, demographic challenges, and proposed cost-saving measures, with no formal decisions made.

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Joint Finance & Claims and Board of Education Finance Committee Date: January 8, 2026 Time: 6:15 PM – 7:52 PM Location: City Hall Chambers / Hybrid Online Chairs: Jim Frayer (Common Council Finance Committee) & Sheri McCready Pritchett (BOE Finance Committee) I. Attendance City Officials: Mayor Barbara Smyth, Jared Schmidt (CFO), Josh Goldstein (Council President), Johan Lopez, Jalin Sead, Nicole Edy. Board of Education (BOE): Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella, Lunda Asmani (CFO), Howard White (BOE Chair), Garrett Oliver, Marcus Jaime, Diana Carpio. Staff: Chitsmay Lam (Comptroller). BOE Cabinet Members and Budget Team II. Opening Remarks Jim Frayer (Chair): Welcomed attendees and emphasized that the meeting's goal is a collaborative, innovative problem-solving exercise rather than a "budget battle." Mayor Barbara Smyth: Acknowledged the legacy of former Mayor Rilling and the late Greg Burnett. Committed to the 25-year school building plan but noted this fiscal year may be even "tighter" than previous ones due to competing needs for public safety and infrastructure. Superintendent Dr. Estrella: Focused on the need for early engagement to avoid last year's "predicament." Stated the district is currently operating at a "minimum" after past grant reductions and needs to sustain current service levels to maintain outcomes. II. Public Participation [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026

Board Annual Organization Meeting

La Junta lleva a cabo la organización anual y elige funcionarios

Esta es la reunión de organización anual de la Junta de las Escuelas Públicas de Norwalk. La agenda es enteramente procesal: administrar el juramento de cargo a los nuevos miembros y nominar y elegir a los funcionarios de la junta para el año. No hay decisiones de política sustantivas, contratos ni partidas presupuestarias en la agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Howard White elected Board Chair, Ashley Gulyas elected Secretary

The Norwalk Board of Education elected Howard White as Chair and Ashley Gulyas as Secretary during its organizational meeting. Five members were sworn in, and the Vice Chair position remains vacant.

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Norwalk Board of Education Business Meeting   Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: 46 Concord Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 Chairperson: Chairperson Diana Carpio I. Attendance Board Members: Diana Carpio, Ashley Gulyas, Mary Ellen Flaherty-Ludwig, Jasmine Prezzie , Sherri McCready Pritchett , Howard White , Marcus Jaime, Garrett Oliver, Nellie Cole District Administration: Dr. Alexandra Estrella (Superintendent), Sandra Faioes (Deputy Superintendent), Lunda Asmani (CFO), Rob Pennington (Assistant Superintendent), Ralph Valenzisi (Assistant Superintendent), Mary-Anne Sheppard (Exec Dir of Leadership) I. Call to Order The Annual Organizational Meeting of the Norwalk Board of Education was called to order on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 , at 7:00 p.m. by the presiding officer. II. Pledge of Allegiance The assembly rose and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Oath of Office Town Clerk Rick McQuaid presided over the swearing-in ceremony for newly elected and re-elected members. Special Recognitions: Mr. McQuaid offered congratulations to Mayor Barbara Smyth on her inauguration. He also extended formal gratitude to outgoing board members Janine Randolph , Colin Hosten , and Kara Nelson Baekey  for their years of dedicated service. Administration of Oath: The following members were formally sworn into office: Marcus Jaime , Garrett Oliver , Sheri McCready-Pritchett , and Nellie Cole . [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]