# Attleboro School Committee Meeting 09-14-2026


**Body:** DoubleACS
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The Attleboro School Committee meeting held on September 14, 2026, focused on several procurement and budget-related matters alongside updates on school operations and policies. Key procurement discussions included approval of increasing the high school student activities account balance limit from $80,000 to $120,000 to facilitate timely payments for large student events. The committee accepted multiple contractual obligations, including purchases from Bay State Textiles totaling approximately $109, and donations of school supplies and funds for a 3D printer. Capital improvement projects highlighted included a $300,000 installation of a new track at the high school, replacement of walk-in cooler/freezer equipment, and upcoming bids for parking lot work and door system replacements at middle schools. Challenges with vendor lead times and delivery delays, such as for an electric food service van, were noted. The finance subcommittee reported an estimated $800,000 surplus and approved motions to write off approximately $5,470 in uncollectible prior year lunch balances. Policy updates were reviewed and voted on, including new policies on law enforcement interactions and school facility use. The committee also discussed the impact of redistricting on enrollment and staffing, and the integration of AI considerations in education. No new contracts or RFPs were specifically awarded during the meeting, but several upcoming bids and capital projects were outlined. The meeting concluded with the introduction of student advisory council members and public comments addressing accessibility and advocacy concerns.

**Source:** DoubleACS