Taunton School Committee...August 19th, 2026

The Taunton School Committee held a meeting on August 19, 2026, at the THS TV Studio, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. The committee approved the disposal of surplus elementary school textbooks, specifically Wonders Teachers Editions from six schools, with quantities ranging from 19 to 510 per school and an estimated value of $10 to $15 per edition. They also approved bills payable for fiscal year 2026 totaling approximately $415,895 and for fiscal year 2027 totaling about $276,750, which included expenditures for Chromebook purchases for fifth graders, electronic security upgrades at Taunton High School, and drainage repairs. Additionally, the committee discussed the renewal of the Class Link software used for student academic tracking and college application management. No new business motions were passed, but a request was made to submit future new business items in a timely manner. The meeting also included updates on strategic planning and professional development initiatives but these were not procurement-related.