Middletown BOE Regular Work Session Board Mtg 7/13/2026

The Middletown City Schools Board of Education held a regular work session on July 13, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a $42,700 contract renewal with Newella for document differentiation services for grades 7-12, and a $3,750 contract with Butler County ESC for EL support coaching. The board also approved an addendum to the school resource officer agreement with the city, reflecting a 3.9% cost increase. Additionally, a 15-year lease agreement was approved for the Early Learning Center to move into the former Central Academy building, including $800,000 in upfront upgrades to be repaid over the lease term. A 12-month lease agreement was also approved for storage space related to the Performing Arts Academy. The board reviewed FY26 budget appropriations and temporary appropriations for FY27, noting minor adjustments and upcoming five-year forecast updates. Several personnel contracts and maintenance service contracts totaling just under $14,000 were approved. The meeting concluded with reports on early learning program growth and upcoming career awareness grant partnerships.