City of Auburn, Maine, School Committee Meeting, August 27th, 2026

The City of Auburn, Maine School Committee held a meeting on September 2, 2026, primarily focused on the start of the new school year. The committee approved consent agenda items including certified contracts for two new staff members at Washburn Elementary. Various school principals provided updates on enrollment, staffing, and new programs across the district's schools. A significant policy update was the approval of the Auburn School Department Student and Family Handbook, which included a new prohibition on cell phone use during school hours, reflecting compliance with updated state law. The committee also elected delegates to represent Auburn at the upcoming Maine School Board Association delegate assembly. No specific procurement or contract awards beyond staffing contracts were discussed, but the meeting included references to facility improvements such as new cafeteria tables and playground enhancements funded by grants and donations.