Board of Education Meeting - September 28, 2026

The Wallingford Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 28, 2026, focusing extensively on educational specifications for the Agricultural Science and Technology (AST) Center as part of a broader high school project. Consultants from SLAM Collaborative presented detailed plans including space requirements, building area, and reimbursement rates, highlighting the need for updated facilities such as a barn building and demonstration areas. The board discussed the importance of public feedback, deciding to conduct a survey followed by a forum to gather community input before finalizing the specifications. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to debating the inclusion of a pool and additional classrooms in the new school design, with motions made and votes taken; the motion to add back both the pool and 17 classrooms passed narrowly. The board also reviewed and approved several bylaws and policies related to board operations, including social media use and electronic communications, with some items sent back for further policy review. Additionally, the superintendent presented the annual report highlighting grant funding, graduation rates, and program updates. The meeting concluded with acceptance of staff resignations and announcements about upcoming events.