In-Person Special Meeting of the Bridgeport Board of Education - Workshop Wed 10/7/2026

The Bridgeport Board of Education held an in-person special workshop on October 7, 2026, to connect previously adopted board goals with practical action plans. The board discussed developing a district vision through input from teachers, parents, students, staff, and community members, with community input gathering discussed for completion by November 15 and a vision statement targeted for early December. Members emphasized that the vision and later strategic planning should inform the superintendent search, district priorities, and budget planning. No procurement awards, bids, vendor selections, or spending motions were identified.

The board also discussed creating an annual calendar of board and district business, including contract expiration dates, quarterly financial reports, policy reviews, community forums, retreats, and scheduled updates on programs and student outcomes. Members stressed evaluating program effectiveness and return on investment, with regular follow-ups on initiatives such as the Science of Reading. The workshop also covered AI use and student-data privacy; participants discussed reviewing existing AI policy and considering state guidance, but no policy action was taken. No procurement activity was identified.