New Haven Board of Education Regular Board Meeting

The New Haven Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 26, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The board approved several personnel appointments, including the promotion and hiring of principals for various schools, following a thorough multi-phase interview process involving multiple stakeholders. The board also approved five agreements, including amendments, purchase orders, data sharing agreements, contracts, and change orders. A significant portion of the meeting focused on budget updates, highlighting a projected $18.9 million gap for fiscal year 2027, with proposed supplemental funding from the mayor and state legislators potentially closing this gap. Additionally, the board discussed transportation service adjustments aimed at cost savings, including a high school opt-in plan expected to save $217,000, with a detailed communication plan to families. Other reports included updates on Head Start program funding and enrollment, food service operations, and facilities management. The board also approved an update to the free and reduced-price lunch policy to include measures to prevent food waste. No new capital improvement projects or large-scale procurement contracts were specifically detailed during this meeting.