BWRSD School Committee 9/14/26

At its September 14, 2026 public meeting, the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee introduced Alphabest as an additional before- and after-school care provider, following a district RFP. The provider expects to begin October 5 at the district’s three elementary schools; enrollment, final operating spaces, and fees were not specified in the discussion. The committee also approved a budget transfer from technology supplies to web-based software for a student hall-pass management program at Kickemuit Middle School, and approved using salary savings for staff professional development; no amounts were stated for either allocation.

The committee approved an estimated $52,000 from the capital fund for removal and abatement of the oil tank at the Guiteras building, with discussion noting that the final cost could vary if unexpected conditions are found. The work was associated with Beta, and the district reported a $1.77 million capital-fund balance. In financial updates, staff projected a preliminary FY26 year-end surplus of about $160,000 and reported transportation costs $349,000 over budget. Other votes included approval of the consent agenda and policy/exhibit items; no additional procurement details were provided for those actions.