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Motion and vote: The finance-related motion asked the board to accept the June 2025 financial statement as recommended by the finance committee. The motion was made by board member Janelle and seconded; the board approved the motion by voice vote. Later in the agenda, the board considered action item B — \"2025–26 leader and educator evaluation and support plan\" — a motion presented to approve the plan “as recommended by PDAC in accordance with 25-123.” Teresa moved the motion and it was seconded by Al; the board voted in favor and carried the motion.

Donation acceptance: During public business the board invited Alisa Marver Mills, identified at the meeting as co‑president of the G & B Cultural Foundation, to describe a donation. The chair noted the donation had been included in a preceding motion and directed the superintendent to accept the gift; the board confirmed the acceptance by vote.

Why it matters: Acceptance of the June financials provides the board an up-to-date internal view of district finances ahead of audit work; approving the educator evaluation plan fulfills the board’s role in approving evaluation policy and aligns district practice with the referenced statutory requirement. The donation acceptance enables the superintendent to process the gift and any related recognition.

Details and limits: The finance report presented a positive ending balance noted by a board member as roughly $2.6 million; that figure was described in the meeting as an internal statement and subject to audit adjustments. The evaluation plan vote referenced compliance with “25-123” as stated in the motion; the board did not introduce additional amendments at the meeting. The donation acceptance referenced the G & B Cultural Foundation and included a brief presentation from its co‑president; the meeting record did not specify the dollar amount of the donation.

Ending note: All three items passed on voice votes with no recorded dissents during the meeting’s public session.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","9/24/25 Board of Education Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The Board of Education accepted the June 2025 financial report, approved the 2025–26 leader and educator evaluation and support plan, and accepted a donation presented by the G & B Cultural Foundation.","taxTitle","Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut","taxId",13000,"location","Connecticut","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5974241,"Danbury schools begin phased move to new district building; new associate superintendent named",106,959000,1065000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269&start=959&end=1065","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269/thumbnail_959000.jpg","/articles/5974241/Connecticut/Danbury-schools-begin-phased-move-to-new-district-building-new-associate-superintendent-named","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5974241-8300d3d3452e64e2eaedc6d2efb6c9ea/orig.mp4?Expires=1773649373&Signature=i25KC0crViDR0-mdgg9utDwoUj4nhY7sx~Yw2SO5zm1hBz-AerUe4UjNh3VnQgDVyhJnfBRh4UNUpmr-2lVAXsYPEPr8zS4ESbDs~UjHA3NQVWYXMmmQFh8A9I6DbeZlDQklEdmdjJ74Q5R2WEoEbY3QgjqHrb27DpIT2sSL9q~mT1ygeoFj9ZSqkM~vxMETtFxuS-1b3yh94hWE4PN-s0Mx~~riquYavnJQKLbgbrfnjo91rWxvhsGPQRGHOauYz-~KxfDYzL2DwjPZiE2rgH-4V5uO5NDAS5bjUX9g0ZcjlLc1~O-NmVtJDbgFzj0LHxhXUcCa-~173V8NqUp7TA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Danbury superintendent told the Board of Education on Sept. 23 that the district is in a multiwave move to a new administrative building and that departments are relocating by waves to avoid IT disruptions.

“Just this last week, finance department, superintendent’s office, and a few other folks came over to the new building,” the superintendent said, adding that the next wave will bring special education services, followed by human resources and CRC.

The superintendent described the move as more than people and furniture: staff are reviewing files to meet record-retention laws and to shred items that do not need to be retained. The move is being done over weekends when possible to limit disruption.

New hire and dedication: The superintendent introduced Allison Greedy Johnson as the district’s new associate superintendent for teaching and learning. She was seated at the meeting’s table and the superintendent said a placard for her would be provided in the new building. The superintendent also announced a dedication ceremony for the Gladys Cooper Boardroom on Oct. 22 beginning at 6 p.m.

Why this matters: A phased relocation may limit operational disruption for central offices and IT, and the appointment of an associate superintendent affects district leadership for teaching and learning. The board will receive updates as departments finish moving and as the district completes retention and cleanup tasks.

Ending note: The superintendent apologized for the temporary disorder in the building and said staff aim to have remaining waves completed in coming weekends; no formal board action was taken on the move or the hire during the meeting.","Superintendent updated the board on a phased relocation to a new district building, introduced new Associate Superintendent Allison Greedy Johnson, and announced a Gladys Cooper Boardroom dedication Oct. 22.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5974245,"Broadview Middle recognized for SBDI success; district to require school climate plans",142,1168000,1310000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269&start=1168&end=1310","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269/thumbnail_1168000.jpg","/articles/5974245/Connecticut/Broadview-Middle-recognized-for-SBDI-success-district-to-require-school-climate-plans","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5974245-52e53e66c68623015ec7fa71cb919ca9/orig.mp4?Expires=1773649373&Signature=SLdxjOk6rqg2MyiYohykFKocWZUbkl3Hsa3-2b9hzMJ3795XequRK2sUHetDmcqMmaU-gp6CzBDDGshPK-VapW1lMYUqIwNt8UzJiV0mSk4QxBbesTn4wuoNWi3xttUSJPDQ86I~dHIC5eDlx8x23pNja7xKPuZbGN5fOfUezx07QgH-G0mvZ5nTb~rgIUP0HLyYQ76ITSkMXi9mx7lSmlNr5p2fAyRm97QV0xoXR9XK~iToBr1DdA3icmME6lCoZZCnCt4XShVRiNAq8jcQ~IGIsfkmzCpvsTRpYDu~xOcJrLb7VxeICJJrs644Yyuu0BHZbWVF0CUu3S-jv6M6nA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Broadview Middle School met the targets set under a state School-Based Diversion Initiative (SBDI) grant and will receive follow-up funding and support to continue its work, district staff told the Board of Education on Sept. 23.

Kelly Trujesen, speaking during the superintendent’s report, said Broadview met all three grant goals in year one: a 25% reduction in in-school and out-of-school suspensions and expulsions, and a 25% increase in referrals to outside agencies for student support. “They met on all 3 goals…they decreased suspensions in and out of school as well as expulsions by 25% over the previous year and they increased referrals to outside agencies by 25%,” Trujesen said.

The district said Broadview will receive a Year 2 SBDI award with about $15,000 expected to continue training, incentives and some building improvements. Trujesen said the grant funded courtyard renovations, improved safety and outdoor student space, purchases for PBIS programming, and supplies for a school-wide field day that aimed to build positive school culture.

District climate plan and restorative practices: The superintendent’s report announced a district requirement that each school adopt a school climate plan after recent legislation. Administrators will receive trainer-level restorative-practices preparation in October, and schools will be expected to form climate committees and submit plans to Dr. Gasimero by December.

Why it matters: The SBDI program aims to reduce suspensions and redirect students to supportive services; Broadview’s reported outcomes suggest the approach produced measurable changes in discipline data and referrals. The district’s move to require school climate plans and to reboot restorative-practices training signals a broader implementation across schools.

Next steps and limits: Trujesen said final Year 2 funding paperwork remains to be completed and the exact grant amount is pending official documentation. The district described the upcoming year as a trial year; staff expect to refine plans, continue coaching, and use EdAdvance later in the year to support data collection and monitoring.

Ending note: Board members asked questions during the meeting but the board took no immediate policy vote on the climate-plan requirement at this session; the plan will be developed and submitted by schools and then reviewed as required by state reporting.","Broadview Middle School met goals under a state School-Based Diversion Initiative grant, lowering suspensions and increasing referrals; the district plans restorative-practices training and a required school climate plan for each school.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5974250,"Danbury teacher urges clearer onboarding after substitutes leave within hours",156,132000,288000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269&start=132&end=288","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5843878-ac871e2f0052d54563c29cc42bdf6269/thumbnail_132000.jpg","/articles/5974250/Connecticut/Danbury-teacher-urges-clearer-onboarding-after-substitutes-leave-within-hours","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5974250-8f388a9abff7cc2928d2833e2399acfa/orig.mp4?Expires=1773649373&Signature=fYTYkVt0Ibaud6Qx9AAs-02-yJTWPa-la45ZEg1LK1EcfUg~PE94h9zElwwldhr8XlLVwZxMn-~RPRFPAuJ0ZSKtkrbxs~gLqpHqZAXN17cPk1iceMxZ8m31sfJ1azKITkttFPrtR75ex-5S0uNPc36t6StHtNPGvMiHyTttjRMCasHtC8eEruhnbVFH4sq-zAwaHdAR0zZBqxtjJni8oeKTUJY3fyWnTSsQC0eDVDXR793Mj30yG8iQtgTSw9ZXHWFHwdXM2SOqLsfsOH1M82PehIFuQXGm4ShQycRT3rOyO-o4LdhYyijSUfVx0G6hf9s-zrreaRWXnf4jnwnOVA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Danbury teacher told the Board of Education on Sept. 23 that many substitutes assigned to Danbury classrooms are leaving after brief visits and that the district should strengthen pre-assignment training and safety briefings. “She came in for four hours, she said, ‘this is not for me, I quit,’” the commenter said, describing a recent substitute who left during a half-day assignment.

The commenter said some substitutes arrive without knowing building safety procedures, the walkie system, lockdown or evacuation routes and often get only minutes to acclimate before taking duties. “She came in at 11:32 and she went to lunch duty at 11:40 and that was it,” the commenter said, adding that substitutes typically are not certified and “don’t have the backpack” of classroom management strategies that regular staff have.

Why this matters: The board’s packet and superintendent’s report noted a district-wide staffing shortage and an ongoing effort to recruit about 250 substitutes this year; the public comment suggested the district risked losing new hires if they are not prepared for the classroom or safety protocols.

Board and staff response: The public comment occurred during the board’s public participation period; no formal board action was taken during the comment. The superintendent’s report later referenced contract negotiations, staffing challenges and plans for earlier budget and staffing conversations this school year but did not specify a new substitute onboarding protocol during the meeting.

Details from the public comment included concerns about safety orientation, classroom management training, and the short time between arrival and assignment. The commenter asked whether the district informs substitutes ahead of time about safety protocols and whether there is additional support to help substitutes succeed and remain in assignments.

The board did not vote on staffing policy at the meeting. The superintendent’s remarks elsewhere in the agenda emphasized budgetary pressures and earlier start to budget planning with schools and departments; those remarks did not provide a specific timeline for changes to substitute orientation.

Ending note: The comment highlighted a practical staffing issue for Danbury classrooms during a year when the district reports a large number of substitute hires. The board receives public comment as an input to district planning; any operational changes to substitute orientation or assignment procedures would come through staff recommendation or a future action item.","A Danbury public comment raised concerns about substitute teacher retention and safety training after a substitute left mid-day; the board heard questions about district support for short-term staff amid staffing shortages.","actionData","errors"]

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