Alison Plante

This document outlines the strategic plan for the Newtown Public School District for the 2023-2028 timeframe. It encompasses strategic instructional goals and strategic operational goals for the period of 2025-2028.

The committee reviewed the facilities planning enrollment study, including projection models for elementary and secondary school utilization. Discussions focused on potential grade configurations for the district, an analysis of 10-year capital needs for school facilities, and the importance of community engagement. The committee also evaluated consultant options for project facilitation and master planning, and established next steps for defining success criteria in upcoming working sessions.

The committee reviewed proposed updates to the middle school WIN programming aimed at enhancing student engagement and aligning with the district's Portrait of a Graduate initiative. Additionally, the committee evaluated a new Certified Nursing Assistant certification program for high school students offered in partnership with Excel Academy, focusing on workforce readiness and program sustainability. Finally, the committee reviewed the results of an SAT math intervention program, discussing student performance improvements, challenges related to technology use, and strategies for future curriculum refinements.

This document outlines the Newtown Public Schools' 2026-2027 budget request, framed to support its Overarching Strategic Goals for 2025-2028. The strategic goals prioritize continuous improvement in curriculum and instruction, ensuring safe and modern facilities, maintaining fiscal responsibility, attracting a high-quality workforce, and strengthening family and community partnerships. The budget specifically allocates resources for strategic additions in special education, academic excellence, and reinstating key positions to prepare students for personal success and inspire excellence.

The subcommittee discussed the March itemized estimates report, noting strong performance in salary accounts and reviewing budget variances. The committee covered upcoming requirements for the Healthy Food Certification process and the final renewal year for the Chartwells contract. Updates on the non-lapsing account were provided, specifically regarding middle school air conditioning and workflow analysis costs. The facilities update addressed the timeline for various summer projects, including school pool and fire alarm upgrades, and outlined new State requirements for water PFAS testing.