Board of Education Meeting - July 27, 2026

The Wallingford Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on July 27, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on the school food service program. The board reviewed and approved proposed increases in school breakfast and lunch prices for the 2026-2027 school year, including a 35-cent increase for lunch and a 10-cent increase for breakfast, as well as adjustments to adult meal pricing. These changes were recommended to address a projected food service deficit of approximately $132,000 and to comply with federal paid lunch equity requirements. The board also discussed the impact of free breakfast for all students and the need for the program to be self-sustaining amid rising food and labor costs. Additionally, the meeting included acceptance of a retirement, updates on donations to schools, and discussions on school safety protocols and enrollment. No new contracts or capital projects were reported during this session.