Deliberative Session/ School Board Meeting (if necessary) (posted 01.31.20)

All Budget information for the Deliberative Session on February 04, 2020 is available here.  There is also a posted agenda in case it is necessary for the School Board to convene after the Deliberative Session to make recommendations for any changes in the budget.

School District Warrant (posted 01.29.20)

The School District Warrant that will be presented at the Deliberative Session on Tuesday, February 04, 2020 in the theater at Bedford High School (7 pm)  is available to view here.  Also attached are the MS-26 and MS-DSB.

Public Hearing and School Board Meeting on January 27, 2020 (posted 01.24.20)

There will be a Public Hearing (agenda) followed by a School Board Meeting (agenda) on Monday,  January 27, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the board room of the SAU Office at 103 County Road.  BCTV coverage is available here.

Childfind - January 2020

Press Release - For Immediate Release (posted 01.16.20)

*For Immediate Release*

BEDFORD SCHOOL BOARD AND BEDFORD EDUCATIONAL PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION AND BEDFORD EDUCATION SUPPORT STAFF ASSOCIATION AGREE ON NEW CONTRACT

The Bedford School Board (BSB), the Bedford Educational Personnel Association (BEPA) and the Bedford Education Support Staff Association (BESSA) are pleased to announce new agreements for three-year contracts that will govern the 2020-2021, 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years.

BEPA consists of all Instructional Teaching Assistants, Secretaries, Clerks, and School Nutrition staff.

BESSA consists of all custodians and maintenance staff.

The new agreements were ratified unanimously by the BSB and a majority of Association members. The agreements reflect the level of dedication the staff has to the students in the Bedford School District.

“There are more than three hundred employees covered by the BEPA and BESSA Agreements.” Stated School Board Chair Jay Nash. “These employees are critically important partners in delivering top-notch education in Bedford. This agreement recognizes their contribution and keeps Bedford competitive in terms of attracting top talent. It was a pleasure to work with true partners as we looked forward to the next three years.”

The BEPA Agreement, increases the salary schedule by $165,227 in the first year, $102,740 in the second year and $102,740 in the third year. The BESSA Agreement, increases the salary schedule $50,715 in the first year, $49,553 in the second year and $58,203 in the third year.

Superintendent Mike Fournier said “I continue to be impressed with the level of professionalism and dedication to our students and facilities by all members of BEPA and BESSA. These contracts represent a fair and equitable way in which we recognize and compensate for these important members of our team.”

“Our team got a lot of insight into what both sides need to make a successful negotiation happen.” Said Jami Roy, BESSA President. “I am pleased that negotiations went well and that our needs were listened to throughout the process. I hope the residents of Bedford also support our agreement.”

BEPA President, Paula Hall stated “We really enjoyed participating in the collective bargaining process with the School Board representatives. We had some interesting discussions and are proud to present our new agreement to the voters. We ask for your support to pass this agreement.”

BEPA, BESSA and BSB urge all voters to attend the Deliberative Session at 7 pm on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at the Bedford High School Theater. Information about both Agreements will be communicated at the Deliberative Session.

Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 in the Bedford High School Gymnasium where both warrant articles will be presented to voters.

2 Hour Delay 01/16/20

Dear Bedford Families ~
The Bedford School District will have a 2-hour delay today.  There will be no AM Kindergarten and NO AM PreSchool.  The roads are more slick than anticipated.  This additional time will give road crews and our parking lot plow teams the opportunity to clear the snow.
Have a great day ~

Mike (Superintendent & Snow Delay Caller)

Public Hearing on Budget and Bond Monday, January 13, 2020 (posted 01.10.20)

There will be a Public Hearing on the proposed Sprinkler and Alarms Bond, followed directly by the Public Hearing on the FY21 School District Budget on Monday, January 13, 2020.  The Hearings begin at 7 pm in the board room at the SAU Office, 103 County Road.  The agenda is available here.
BCTV coverage is available here.

School Board Meeting - Monday, January 06, 2020

There will be a School Board Meeting on Monday,  January 06, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the board room of the SAU Office at 103 County Road.  The agenda is available here.    BCTV coverage is available here.

Stowell Road Bridge Closure January 7, 2020 (posted 01.02.20)

The bridge on Stowell Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic between 10 AM and 2 PM on January 7, 2020, for an in-depth inspection and evaluation.