Arthur Blais

The Board of Education meeting included student representative reports on recent school events and commencement preparations. The board conducted student and staff recognition ceremonies, honoring participants in the Halo Competition, student athletes for their performance in baseball and spring sports, and various teachers and educators receiving awards. Additionally, the board recognized staff retirees for their years of service. A preliminary discussion was held regarding the establishment of board of education goals for the upcoming year, focusing on metrics for student outcomes, teacher retention, district facilities, and future strategic planning.

The meeting includes student recognition across various academic, artistic, and athletic categories. Key business involves the approval for grant applications, the establishment of building committees, and authorization for the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications for new construction projects at both Gainfield Elementary School and Pomperaug Elementary School. Additionally, the Board is tasked with approving the final educational specifications for both projects. The agenda concludes with an executive session dedicated to the Superintendent's end-of-year review.

The committee reviewed the Quarterly Investment Review for the fourth quarter of 2025, which was presented by Fiducient Advisors to assess portfolio performance.

The committee discussed and approved the schedule of meeting dates for the upcoming year, which now includes a provision for Zoom attendance as an option. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Quarterly Investment Review for the third quarter, covering portfolio performance and pension funding status.

The committee held a regular meeting to review the Portfolio Performance, specifically the Quarterly Investment Review for the first quarter of 2026 presented by Fiducient Advisors.