Instruction & Support Services Committee Wed 5/27/2026

The Bridgeport Public Schools Instruction & Support Services Committee met on May 27, 2026, to discuss several key topics including the allocation and spending of parent involvement (PACK) funds for the 2025-26 school year. The committee reviewed spending reports, noting that most schools utilized close to 100% of their funds, though a few schools struggled due to administrative absences and coordination issues. Concerns were raised about delayed vendor payments and the disappearance of approximately $63,000 in parent engagement funds from prior years, prompting calls for further investigation and improved financial oversight. The committee also discussed the potential reinstatement of a district-wide parent advisory council to enhance parent engagement and funding advocacy. Additionally, the meeting covered special education updates, including the adoption of the Everway Unique Learning System curriculum for students with moderate to significant disabilities, staffing vacancies, teacher retention challenges, and efforts to improve supervisory support and communication. The committee explored strategies for teacher professional development and retention, including university partnerships and potential tuition reimbursement programs. No formal votes or contract awards were recorded during this meeting, but several action items related to budget oversight, vendor payments, and special education program implementation were identified.