School Board Meeting 10-20-26

The Londonderry School Board met October 20, 2026. The board approved the Professional Development Master Plan, which will be submitted to the state; staff described a free, internally developed PD Tracker replacing a retiring information system and avoiding potentially tens of thousands of dollars in costs. The superintendent also reported that a $61,000 state grant will fund professional development for teachers implementing the Writing Revolution framework. No contract awards, bids, or vendor selections were approved. The board discussed proactive behavioral support staffing, including potential long-term savings from reducing reliance on contractors and out-of-district placements, but took no spending action on that proposal.

The quarter-one financial report was described as generally in line with expectations, with projected revenue of about $30,000; sabbaticals were more than $50,000 over budget, and out-of-district placements were also being monitored. The superintendent reported that Granite State Academy at Prospect Mountain High School intends to bill the district 80% of its per-pupil rate for two students; the board discussed a possible March warrant article to address the exposure, which could approach $200,000 for 10 students, but no action was taken. Members also discussed the proposed tax cap and its potential budget effects. The consent agenda was approved, and the meeting concluded with a vote to enter nonpublic session.