TLSS Committee 8-20-2026

The TLSS Committee meeting for SAU54 in Rochester, NH, held on August 20, 2026, focused primarily on educational program updates and administrative matters rather than procurement activities. Key discussions included the adoption of a new concussion protocol using the Sway program to enhance athlete safety and compliance with state regulations. The committee also received a detailed presentation on the Brett Carlson Academy (BCA), the district's alternative high school, highlighting its revised educational model, trauma-informed approach, flexible scheduling, and project-based learning initiatives aimed at improving student success and graduation rates. Staffing considerations for BCA, including the addition of a social worker and reassessment of a student success support assistant position, were also discussed. Other topics covered included summer program updates, teacher mentoring and retention efforts, and transition strategies for students entering middle and high school. No contract awards, RFPs, vendor selections, or budget allocations related to procurement were reported during the meeting.