EQUITY COMMITTEE MEETING 9-17-26

The Equity Committee meeting of BCPS-TV held on September 17, 2026, focused primarily on the presentation and discussion of the Bridging Equity Supports Tiered Framework (BEST) and the review of equity data metrics from the 2025-2026 school year. The BEST framework aims to provide differentiated equity support across schools and offices through professional learning, partnerships, technical assistance, and coaching, prioritizing resources based on data-driven needs. The committee discussed the roles of equity liaisons, implementation teams, and peer coaching to support schools with varying equity challenges. Additionally, the meeting included a detailed presentation of equity data highlighting persistent and widening gaps in academic performance, attendance, and suspensions among student groups, with emphasis on economically disadvantaged, multilingual learners, and special education students. While no direct procurement or contracting decisions were made, the discussion referenced the structuring of roles and professional development activities that may influence future resource allocation and vendor engagement related to equity initiatives.