Special Meeting of the Ad-Hoc Lottery Process Committee Thu 7/9/2026

The Bridgeport Public Schools Ad-Hoc Lottery Process Committee held a special meeting on July 9, 2026, to discuss the lottery system for magnet and other specialized schools within the district. The committee reviewed the current lottery process, including eligibility criteria, sibling policies, and the challenges of maintaining fairness and transparency. Key procurement-related topics included the use of an external vendor, SchoolMint, for managing the lottery system under a yearly contract, and discussions about potential policy changes to improve oversight and equity in student admissions. The committee also addressed issues related to funding constraints, the impact of suburban student enrollment on Bridgeport students, and the need for enhanced communication and transparency tools such as informational videos and clearer lottery status updates for parents. A motion was passed to table the lottery policy review for further consideration, with plans to propose changes to the policy committee in the upcoming board meeting. The next committee meeting was tentatively scheduled for July 23, 2026.