HBOE - Regular Meeting - 7/21/2026-ORG

The Harford Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026, where several procurement-related items were discussed and approved. Key contract approvals included a continuation contract with ReadyCT for up to $550,600 to provide career-connected learning opportunities, and a contract with CT RISE for up to $190,000 aimed at improving ninth-grade student on-track rates and graduation outcomes. The board also approved the appointment of Dr. Derry Saunders as principal of Batansa STEM Magnet School. Additionally, the board discussed policy changes related to kindergarten admission age requirements and parent engagement policies, with some items pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion. The meeting concluded with a move to executive session to discuss pending claims and litigation. Public comments focused on concerns about school funding, parent involvement, and student safety, but no direct procurement actions arose from these comments.