Board of Education

Board of Education Meeting January 20, 2026

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II.

III.
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per
individual). Persons commenting on agenda items ...shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Report
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
IV. Unfinished Business
A. Adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan for 2026-2027
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education adopt the Capital Improvement Plan for
2026-2027
V. New Business
VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Special Education in West Hartford Public Schools
Background: Ms. Melissa Caballero and Mrs. Kelly Brouse will report.
2. Semiannual Restorative Practices Response Report
Background: Mr. Julio Duarte, Mrs. Theresa Rangel and Ms. Susan Horvath will report.

VII. Routine Matters
A. Financial Report
1. Approval of the Financial Report for the period ending November 30, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Financial Report for the period
ending November 30, 2025
B. Approval of Minutes

1. Approval of the Minutes from the December 16, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes from the Regular Board
of Education meeting of December 16, 2025

VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South
Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
3. Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50
South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting December 16, 2025

I. Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

I. Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II. Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes ...per individual). Persons commenting on agenda items shall be permitted to comment first. Board members do not respond to comments.
III. Non-Staff Communications and Reports
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
A. Presentation of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2026-2027
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education receive the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2026-2027 and begin the process of reviewing for final approval and adoption at the January 20, 2026 Board of Education meeting
B. Annual Inspection and Evaluation for Indoor Air Quality
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education receive the Annual Inspection and Evaluation for Indoor Air Quality as required under Connecticut General Statute § 10-220.
C. Ratification of the West Hartford Board of Education Administrators’ Association Contract
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education ratify the negotiated agreement between the West Hartford Board of Education Administrators’ Association and the Board of Education, for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Personnel Report
Background: Mrs. Shannon Mlodzinski will report.
VII. Routine Matters
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the December 2, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education meeting of December 2, 2025

X. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
XI. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
2. Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
3. Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
XII. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual
XIII. Executive Session
A. Executive Session pursuant to section 1-200(6)(B) of the Connecticut General Statutes to discuss strategy and negotiations with respect to pending litigation, to wit: Town of West Hartford Claim L004460047
XIV. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting of December 2, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
Recommendation: THAT the order of the agenda be changed to put the following agenda item before
Public Communications
● Student Participation

II.
III.

IV.
Student ...Participation: “Sedgwick Sounds” under the direction of Mrs. Jenna Day
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per individual). Persons commenting on agenda items shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Reports
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
V. Unfinished Business
VI.

VII.
New Business
A. Adoption of the Annual Board Meeting Schedule for 2026-2027
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education review and revise as appropriate the proposed
annual Board meeting schedule and adopt a final meeting calendar for the 2026-2027 school year.
Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. College Credit-Bearing Programs
Background: Ms. Anne McKernan and Mrs. Eileen Eustis will report.
VIII. Routine Matters
A. Financial Report
1. Approval of the Financial Report for the Period Ending October 31, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Financial Report for the

period ending October 31, 2025
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the November 18, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Board of
Education meeting of November 18, 2025

IX. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Other Information and Discussions
X. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South
Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
2. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Regular Board of Education meeting, Presentation of the CIP, 7:00 p.m.,
Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
XI. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual
XII. Executive Session
XIII. AdjournmentShow More

Special Board of Education Meeting of November 18, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
Recommendation: THAT the order of the agenda be changed to put the following agenda items
before Unfinished Business:
 Recognition of ...outgoing Board Members
 Induction of newly-elected Board Members
 Brief Recess
 New Board Members will take seats at the Board table
 Election of Officers/Board Organization

II.

III.
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes
per individual). Persons commenting on agenda items shall be permitted to comment first. Board
members do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Reports
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
IV.

V.

VI.

VII.
Recognition of Outgoing Board Members
1. Recognition of outgoing Board member Dr. Gayle Harris
2. Recognition of outgoing Board member Clare Neseralla
3. Recognition of outgoing Board member Dr. Lorna Thomas-Farquharson
Induction of Newly-Elected Board Members
1. Induction of newly-elected Board members – Miriam Bleich, Jason Gagnon, Jennifer Herz and
Jonathan Weiner
Background: Leon Davidoff, Town Clerk, will induct the newly-elected Board members.
Brief Recess
1. 1. The new Board members will take their seats at the Board table.
2.
Election of Officers/Board Organization
Background: Pursuant to Sec. 10-218 of the State Statutes, Chapter II, Section 4, of the Town
Charter, and Section 8130 of the West Hartford School Code Policy, the Board of Education should at
this meeting elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and two Financial Examiners. Such persons to hold
office for a period of one year. It is recommended that the election be conducted in accordance with
the following procedure:
The following recommendation is made by the present Vice Chairperson, Shannon Marimón:

VIII.
IX.
Recommendation: THAT Paul Vicinus act as temporary Chairperson of this meeting for the purpose
of electing a Chairperson for the Board of Education
1. Paul Vicinus, Superintendent, will serve as temporary Chairperson and will call for nominations
and action for the position of Chairperson.
2. The newly-elected Chairperson will conduct the meeting.
3. The newly-elected Chairperson will call for nominations and action for the election of the
following officers: Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, and (2) Financial Examiners (one from each
political party) and appointment of members to standing committees
Unfinished Business
New Business
X. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
XI. Routine Matters
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting
of November 5, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Minutes of the Regular Board
of Education meeting of November 5, 2025

XII. Information and Report
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
XIII. Future Business
A. Announcement of Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South Main Street,
Legislative Chamber, room 314
2. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 p.m., Town Hall, 50 South Main Street,
Legislative Chamber, room 314
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
XIV. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XV. Executive Session
XVI. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting November 5, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II. Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per
individual). Persons commenting on agenda ...items shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
III. Non-Staff Communications and Reports
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
IV. Unfinished Business
A. Revised Policies – Second Reading
Recommendation: Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson, Jason Gagnon, and Gayle Harris that
the Board of Education accept as a Second and Final Reading the following revised policies which
were reviewed by the Board Policy Subcommittee:
Community, Series 1000:
1240: Visitors and Observations in Schools
1900: School Security and Safety
Recommendation: Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson and Jason Gagnon that the Board of
Education accept as a Second and Final Reading the following revised policy which was reviewed
by the Board Policy Subcommittee:
Students, Series 5000
5560: Restorative Practices Response

V. New Business
A. Appropriation of Non-lapsing Unexpended Education Funds Account to the Fiscal Year
2025-2026 Budget
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education adopt a revised 2025-2026 budget of
$214,051,800 by appropriating funds available in the Non-lapsing Unexpended Education Funds
account and making the following modification to the previously adopted 2025-2026 Board of
Education Budget:
Increase Out of District Tuition $700,000
TOTAL $700,000
B. Adoption of Educational Specifications for Partial Roof Replacement at Braeburn Elementary
School

Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education adopt the following Educational
Specifications

VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Enrollment and Class Size Analysis as of October 1, 2025
Background: Ms. Barbara Rua will report.

VII. Routine Matters
A. Financial Report
1. Approval of the Financial Report for the Period Ending September 30, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Financial Report for the
period ending September 30, 2025
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the October 21, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Board of
Education meeting of October 21, 2025

VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, November 18, 2024, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
6:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber, 7:00
p.m.
3. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
7:00 p.m.
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting October 21, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II.

III.
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per
individual). Persons commenting on agenda items ...shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Reports
A. Reports from Student Board Representatives
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
A. Setting the Date for the June 2026 High School Graduation
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education vote to set the date for this year’s high school
graduation on Thursday, June 11, 2026
B. Revised Policies – First Reading
Recommendation: Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson, Jason Gagnon, and Gayle Harris that the
Board of Education accept as a First Reading the following revised policies which were reviewed by
the Board Policy Subcommittee:
Community, Series 1000:
1240: Visitors and Observations in Schools
1900: School Security and Safety
Recommendation: Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson and Jason Gagnon that the Board of
Education accept as a First Reading the following revised policy which was reviewed by the Board
Policy Subcommittee:
Students, Series 5000
5560: Restorative Practices Response
C. Ratification of the West Hartford Police Employees’ (Crossing Guards) Association Contract

Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education ratify the negotiated agreement between the Town
of West Hartford Police Employees' Association and the Board of Education, for the period of July 1,
2025 through June 30, 2028.
VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. 2025 School-Day SAT Results
Background: Ms. Anne McKernan and Mrs. Eileen Eustis will report.

VII. Routine Matters
A. Financial Report
1. Approval of the Financial Report for the Year Ending June 30, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Financial Report for the year
ending June 30, 2025
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the September 16, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Board of
Education meeting of September 16, 2025.

VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
7:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
6:00 p.m.
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting September 16, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II.

III.
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per
individual). Persons commenting on agenda items ...shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Report
1. Reports from Student Board Representatives

IV. Unfinished Business
A. Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson, Jason Gagnon, and Gayle Harris to Accept and Approve
Revised and New Policies—Second Reading
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education accept and approve as a Second and Final
Reading the following revised and new policies which were reviewed by the Board Policy
Subcommittee:
Students, Series 5000
5550 (revised)—Connecticut School Climate Policy
5560 (new)—Restorative Practices Response Policy

V. New Business
A. Revision of the 2025-2026 Board of Education Calendar by adjusting the November 18, 2025 Board
meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the recommendation to adjust the
November 18 meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Safety and Security Update
Background: Mr. Julio Duarte, Mr. Eric Dency and Assistant Chief Riccobon, WHPD will report.
2. Personnel Actions

Background: Ms. Shannon Mlodzinski will report.
3. State Assessment Results (Literacy, Mathematics and Science)
Background: Ms. Anne McKernan will report.

VII. Routine Matters
A. Approval of the Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the September 2, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Board of
Education meeting of September 2, 2025

VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
7:00 p.m.
2. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative
Chamber, 7:00 p.m.
3. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative
Chamber, 6:00 p.m. (pending approval).

B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting September 2, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II.

III.
Public Communications: Comments from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3 minutes per
individual). Persons commenting on agenda items ...shall be permitted to comment first. Board members
do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Report
1. Reports from Student Board Representatives

IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
A. Revision of Authorized Signers of the ED-099 Agreement for Child Nutrition Programs
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education designate Paul Vicinus as authorized to sign the
ED-099 Agreement for Child Nutrition Programs and claims for reimbursement and, in his absence,
that Barbara Rua be authorized to sign claims for reimbursement.
B. Motion by Lorna Thomas-Farquharson, Jason Gagnon, and Gayle Harris to Accept and Approve
Revised and New Policies—First Reading
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education accept as a First Reading the following revised
and new policies which were reviewed by the Board Policy Subcommittee:
Students, Series 5000
5550 (revised)—Connecticut School Climate Policy
5560 (new)—Restorative Practices Response Policy
C. Ratification of the West Hartford Board of Education Professional Employees
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education ratify the negotiated agreement between the
West Hartford Board of Education Professional Employees and the Board of Education, for the
period of July 1, 2025 (retroactive) through June 30, 2029

VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
1. 2025-2026 Opening of Schools
a. Mr. Paul Vicinus: Overview and Observations
b. Mr. Julio Duarte: Plant and Facilities, Information Technology, and Transportation
c. Ms. Anne McKernan: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
d. Ms. Melissa Caballero: Pupil Services Planning

e. Ms. Shannon Mlodzinski: Human Resources
f. Ms. Theresa Rangel: Equity Advancement
g. Ms. Barbara Rua: First Day of School Enrollments
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
VII. Routine Matters
A. Approval of the Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from the June 3, 2025 Regular Board Meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Board
Meeting of June 3, 2025
2. Approval of the Minutes from the June 30, 2025 Special Board Meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Special Board
Meeting on June 30, 2025
VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
7:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber, 7:00
p.m.
3. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, room 314, Legislative Chamber,
7:00 p.m.
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting June 3, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II.

III.
Public Communications: As the first meeting of the month, comments from
the public are welcome on both agenda and non-agenda ...items. (The second BOE meeting
of the month welcomes public comments on agenda items only.) Board members do not
respond to comments. (3 minutes per individual)
Non-Staff Communications and Report
1. Reports from Student Board Representatives

IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
A. Non-lapsing Unexpended Education Funds Account
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education establish a Non-lapsing
Unexpended Education Funds account, in accordance with section 10-248a of the
Connecticut General Statutes, and authorize the deposit of unexpended funds from
the General Fund appropriation for education into said account at fiscal year-end.

VI. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Equity Advancement in the West Hartford Public Schools
Background: Ms. Theresa Rangel, Ms. Shaena Gray, and Ms. Amanda Goeller will
report.
2. District Profile and Performance Report
Background: Ms. Melissa Caballero, Mr. Julio Duarte, Ms. Anne McKernan, and Dr.
Andrew Morrow, Ms. Theresa Rangel will report.

VII. Routine Matters
A. Financial Report
1. Approval of the Financial Report for the Period Ending April 30, 2025
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the Financial Report
for the period ending April 30, 2025
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes of the May 20, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the
Regular Board of Education meeting of May 20, 2025

VIII. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
IX. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town
Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
2. Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town
Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
3. Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Town
Hall, 50 South Main Street, Legislative Chamber, room 314
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
X. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XI. Executive Session
XII. AdjournmentShow More

Board of Education Meeting May 20, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Board of Education Meeting May 6, 2025

Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Revision to ...

Call to Order
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Revision to Agenda Order
II. Superintendent’s Presentation: Presentation of the Finalists for the West Hartford Board
of Education Teacher of the Year
III.

IV.
Public Communications: Comments ...from the public on agenda and non-agenda items (3
minutes per individual). Persons commenting on agenda items shall be permitted to
comment first. Board members do not respond to comments.
Non-Staff Communications and Report
1. Reports from Student Board Representatives

V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
A. Recommended 2025-26 Budget Revision
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education adopt a revised 2025-2026 budget
of $213,351,800 by making the following reduction to the previously adopted 2025-2026
Board of Education Budget:
Reduce appropriation for Out of District Tuition by $1,400,000

VII. Staff Communications and Reports
A. Superintendent’s Report
B. Staff Reports and Board Discussions
1. Personnel Report
Background: Mr. Julio Duarte will report.
2. Computer Science Update
Background: Ms. Anne McKernan, Ms. Jackie Corricelli and Mr. Zachary Vose will
report.

VIII. Routine Matters
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes of the April 1, 2025 Regular Board of Education meeting
Recommendation: THAT the Board of Education approve the minutes of the
Regular Board of Education meeting of April 1, 2025

IX. Information and Reports
A. Board Members: Communications and Reports
1. Reports from Other Boards and Organizations
2. Other Information and Discussions
X. Future Business
A. Announcement of Future Meeting Dates
1. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Legislative
Chambers, room 314, 7:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Regular Board of Education meeting, 7:00 p.m., Legislative
Chambers, room 314, 7:00 p.m.
B. Request for Future Agenda Items
XI. Comments from Visitors – 3 minutes per individual, 21 minutes per subject matter
XII. Executive Session
XIII. AdjournmentShow More

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