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Hartford J1 board approves camp, audiology contracts and 2.63% staff increases
Summary
The board approved a YMCA sixth‑grade outdoor education contract (with a $10 extended‑day option), a 2026–27 audiology services contract, and 2.63% merit/support staff increases for 2026–27; the board also approved a three‑year social studies adoption after securing additional savings.
The Hartford J1 School District Board of Education approved several business items at its April 27 meeting, including student programming contracts and staff compensation for 2026–27.
Contracts: The board unanimously approved a contract with the YMCA for the district’s sixth‑grade outdoor education program, which includes three days of curriculum‑linked activities (fishing, orienteering, wetland study and survival skills) and an optional extended day for an additional $10 that provides the same activities and a campfire/dinner without an overnight stay. The district cited access and equity reasons for offering the lower‑cost extended‑day option.
The board also approved a 2026–27 audiology services contract with Gateway Audiology to provide low‑incidence audiology services to students covered under IEPs and Section 504 plans; the district said contracting remains more cost‑effective than hiring a full‑time audiologist for current service levels.
Staff compensation: Trustees approved a 2.63% merit increase recommendation for returning certified professional staff for 2026–27 and an identical 2.63% increase for returning support staff. The board recorded roll‑call votes on those items.
Curriculum contract: After pulling it from the consent agenda for discussion, trustees approved a three‑year middle‑school social studies collection contract (aligned with the district’s curriculum cycle). Staff reported a post‑packet renegotiation that lowered the price, saving an additional $7,644 compared with the packet figure.
Votes at a glance: The motions for the camp contract, audiology services, certified and support staff compensation increases and the social studies contract all carried on roll‑call votes recorded during the meeting.
Why it matters: The actions commit the district to program offerings and vendor relationships for the upcoming school year and set the baseline for employee pay increases. The social studies adoption was tied to curriculum alignment and included a measurable negotiated savings.
What’s next: Contracts proceed under the terms approved; staff will publish the details and implement program registrations and service scheduling for summer/next school year.
