Board of Education September 8, 2026

The New Kingdom Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 8, 2026, focusing primarily on school operations, technology use in classrooms, and budgetary updates. Public comments expressed concerns about the overuse of technology and AI in early education, urging policy changes to limit screen time for younger students. School principals provided detailed reports on enrollment, staffing, facility improvements, and new programs across various schools. The director of finance and operations presented an end-of-fiscal-year financial report highlighting fund balances, expenditures, and a $500,000 transfer to the town's general fund. The board approved a $25,000 donation from the New Cananan Community Foundation to support a student assistance program and authorized the director of finance as a signatory for the fiscal year. Additionally, the director of innovation and technology outlined plans for a comprehensive technology usage audit and stakeholder engagement to inform future technology policies. No new contracts or procurement awards were discussed, but the meeting included budgetary and funding approvals relevant to district operations.