# NPS BOE Meeting - (9/23/2026)

The Newington Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 23, 2026, focusing primarily on community engagement, staff recognitions, and policy discussions. The board recognized local businesses for their support through donations of backpacks and free haircuts for students, highlighting the positive social impact on the community. Several resolutions were passed to honor cafeteria workers, school security officers, and hall monitors for their contributions to the school environment. The superintendent provided updates on staffing, curriculum enhancements, special education enrollment, and budget status, noting some budgetary concerns related to special education outplacement costs. The board discussed the implementation of school climate legislation, emphasizing restorative practices and data-driven approaches to managing challenging student behaviors. Policy revisions were reviewed, particularly regarding board policy development and voting thresholds, with a motion passed to approve the 2027-28 budget guidelines. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during this meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [NPS BOE Meeting - (9/23/2026)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS4RQRSHwps) - Newington Public Schools