Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Melissa Manzione’s organization
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Groton Board of Education Committee of the Whole Meeting
The meeting involved discussions on two grant programs aimed at enhancing student outcomes. The Board reviewed the details of the Learner Engagement and Attendance Program (LEAP) grant, which provides funding to improve attendance rates at Fitch High School through a home visit initiative. Additionally, the Board discussed a high-dosage tutoring grant designated for hiring math tutors to support eighth-grade students. The agenda also included a discussion on ELA tier 2 and tier 3 interventions and the pre-referral process for special education.
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Groton Board of Education Ad Hoc Long-Term Space Planning Committee Meeting
The committee held a meeting to address facility needs, particularly regarding the space limitations at the middle school. Key topics included the lack of dedicated space for specific instructional needs, such as an auditorium, gym, and additional classrooms. Discussions centered on the operational challenges caused by room sharing, including the impact on science and STEM instruction, the constraints of sharing special education resource rooms, and the difficulties in accommodating students requiring breaks or small group testing. The committee also examined current facility usage, including the cafeteria and breakout spaces, and explored the potential need for additional classroom capacity given the increased student population and special education requirements.
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Groton Board of Education Curriculum Committee Special Meeting
The meeting focused on the proposal and curriculum review for a new introductory robotics course. Key discussion points included the integration of VEX Robotics classroom kits, the engineering design process, the transition from block coding to Python programming, the 18-week semester structure, and course credit allocation. Additionally, the committee discussed student evaluation methods utilizing team-based engineering notebooks and identified funding sources for the necessary equipment via grants.
Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Groton Board Of Education Special Meeting
The board convened for the purpose of conducting a self-evaluation. The session was led by the Associate Executive Director for Field Services and Technology, focusing on assessing board effectiveness, identifying areas of concern, and determining opportunities for improvement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
