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Public Works finds Hartford Public Schools could save nearly $2 million; recommends 46 fixes
Summary
An independent review found gaps in Hartford Public Schools’ grant management, staffing, position control and policies, and recommended 46 changes and technical assistance; district and state officials said many fixes are underway.
An independent fiscal and operations review presented to the Connecticut State Board of Education on March 5 concluded Hartford Public Schools (HPS) has significant weaknesses in grant management, fiscal controls and organizational structure but has taken steps to address many findings.
Public Works LLC, the contractor hired by the State Department of Education, reported 46 recommendations and 12 commendations after a review of grant management, fiscal systems, purchasing, and IT systems. “If the district should choose to implement all 46…
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