Nashua Board of Education Finance Committee 8/17/26

The Nashua Board of Education Finance Committee met on August 17, 2026, to discuss and approve several procurement and contract-related items primarily focused on educational services for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. Key procurement actions included approval to purchase approximately 330 digital licenses for the English Language Learner (ELL) curriculum at a cost not to exceed $33,000, with a planned curriculum review at the end of the 2027-28 school year. The committee also approved contract renewals and addendums for special education services, including occupational therapy with Clark Associates (not to exceed $1,161,483), mental health technician services with Effective School Solutions ($98,000), and multiple speech and language pathology contracts with Rockingham Contracting and Therapy Services ($211,680), Stepping Stones Group ($236,880), and Mamabee LLC ($46,900). Additionally, a contract with the Carol Center for orientation and mobility services was approved for up to $135,990, funded by IDEA grants and operating budget. The meeting included discussions on funding sources, contract justifications, and the district's responsibilities for special education services in charter schools. The committee also reviewed expenditure and transfer reports, noting fiscal year 2026 closure and concerns about rising food service costs. Motions to approve all contracts and budget items passed unanimously.