Regular Meeting of the Board of Education - June 16, 2026

The Worcester County Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 16, 2026, where key procurement and budget matters were discussed. The board addressed a significant budget shortfall caused by county commissioners' decisions not to fully fund the board's budget request, resulting in cuts to programs such as dual enrollment and summer programming. The board reaffirmed its commitment to honoring negotiated employee agreements despite funding challenges. A notable procurement action was the approval of a three-year contract with Incident IQ for a new help desk and asset management system at a total first-year cost of approximately $37,598, including implementation fees. Additionally, the board unanimously approved Becker Morgan Group as the architectural and engineering firm for the new Berlin Intermediate School following a quality-based selection process. The meeting also included approval of memorandums of understanding related to summer school pay rates and leave policies. A revised social media policy for employees was discussed extensively, with plans to finalize and adopt it in the next meeting. The board emphasized transparency and accountability regarding budget decisions and expressed appreciation for staff dedication amid financial constraints.