BPS Work Session - 7/8/2026

The Buffalo Public Schools Board held an executive affairs work session on July 8, 2026, facilitated by Rodney Jordan from the Council of Great City Schools. The meeting focused primarily on improving board governance practices, including clarifying the nature of board meetings as meetings of the board with the superintendent in public rather than for the public. Significant discussion centered on the development and timing of board meeting agendas, the role of small group sessions and work sessions in preparing for business meetings, and the process for introducing and deliberating board resolutions and policies. The board also addressed protocols for media communications, emphasizing that the board president serves as the official spokesperson, with individual members allowed to speak only as individuals. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made, the session included considerations on improving procedural efficiency and communication protocols that could impact future board operations and vendor interactions. The superintendent outlined the district's communication process for media inquiries, and the board discussed potential policy updates and the importance of community engagement. The facilitator committed to drafting a formal set of norms and protocols based on the discussion for board adoption to enhance governance effectiveness.