7/8/2026 - Regular Board of Education Meeting

The July 8, 2026 regular meeting of the Bristol Public Schools Board of Education included significant procurement-related discussions, notably the approval of a contract award to Green Skies Clean Energy for a solar array project at the high school. The board reviewed the RFP results, project financials, and site layouts, emphasizing the importance of securing investment tax credits and maintaining flexibility for future roof projects. The solar project is valued at approximately $7.2 million over 20 years, with expected annual savings and utility bill credits. Additionally, the board approved several policy updates related to school safety and sex offender notifications. A major personnel action was the appointment of Brandon Hubans as principal of Bristol Central High School, a decision that generated extensive public comment and board discussion regarding community input and leadership trust. The meeting also covered teacher retention data and upcoming initiatives such as the Summer Spark program. Motions related to procurement and policy updates were passed unanimously or with majority votes, reflecting the board's governance role in overseeing contracts and administrative appointments.