June 22, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting

The Stratford Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 22, 2026, covering a range of topics including personnel appointments, policy updates, curriculum development, and field trip approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a contract extension for the food service management agreement with Sodexo, which involved a negotiated fee increase aligned with the consumer price index. The board also approved several overnight field trips for students, including a $3,999 per student educational trip to Europe and a cheerleading camp, with attention to safety, supervision ratios, and funding mechanisms. Additionally, the board discussed updates to policies related to meal charges and electronic communications, with motions passed to waive first readings and approve new policies. Budget and fiscal updates were provided, highlighting year-end activities and audit preparations. No new capital improvement contracts or major purchasing decisions were reported, but ongoing operational and staffing matters were addressed.