Farmington Public Schools
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Unionville Historic Commission Sets Five Priorities for 2026, Welcomes New Liaison Bill Beckert
Nine months after a wave of departures left the Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission with three empty seats, two alternate seats remain vacant. The Commission held its first official 2026 meeting on Thursday, May 7 — five months after its last session — and welcomed Town Council member Bill Beckert as its new town liaison. Chair Lisa Johnson set five priorities for the year ahead: recruitment of new property owners (the Vibberts at 126 Main Street are first), public education sessions, commissioner training, new-member onboarding, and a fall walking tour timed to the Cobblestone Church's 100th anniversary.
Farmington Green Efforts Committee Funds Full $4,500 for Union School Compost Table
The Farmington Green Efforts Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to cover the full $4,500 cost of a custom compost-sorting table for Union Elementary School — more than doubling the $2,000 the school's Student Council had asked for and freeing the Union PTO from the contribution it had pledged. Three Student Council members presented the school's three-stream cafeteria sorting program before the vote.
Farmington's $14.3M School HVAC Bond: Fresh Air, AC, and a $100,000 Electric Bill
Before April 30, voters decide whether to condition the air in four elementary schools. The bond is the simple number. The math around it is not.
Four Commissioners and a Sign Guy
Four of nine commissioners showed up. They elected a chair who declined the gavel, moved a $14.3 million school HVAC referendum in under ten minutes, approved a sign that can't be illuminated, and gave 114 dead arborvitae a second life. Monday in Farmington.
TPZ Backs $14.3M School Air Upgrade
The Farmington Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to send a $14.3 million HVAC referendum for four elementary schools to Town Council, approved a Progressive sign that can't be illuminated, and let 114 dead arborvitae get a second life.
The Farmington High School Project Has 282 Change Orders. One in Five Were Mistakes in the Plans.
The Farmington HS Building Committee Financial Subcommittee reviewed 282 change orders totaling $4.6 million on March 13, 2026. An errors-and-omissions analysis found that 21 percent of high school change orders — more than $1 million — were mistakes in the original drawings that bonds won't cover.
Farmington High School Building Committee Addresses HVAC Noise and Final Closeout
The Farmington High School Building Committee addressed HVAC noise complaints, approved invoices, and outlined final closeout steps as the long-running project enters its final phase.
Farmington Board of Ed Reviews AP Gains, SAT Trends, Dual Enrollment Expansion, and Policy Overhaul
Farmington’s Board of Education reviewed AP performance, SAT data, dual-enrollment growth, SchoolLinks planning tools, strategic goals, policy updates, and budget progress during its Nov. 17 meeting.
Farmington Board Appoints Jess M. Giannini Superintendent, Term Begins January 5, 2026
Farmington’s Board of Education voted Oct. 27, 2025, to appoint Jess M. Giannini superintendent for a three-year term beginning Jan. 5, 2026, after an eight-month CABE-led search. 🎓
Farmington Board of Ed Reviews AP Gains, SAT Trends, and Strategic Direction
Board of education meeting report on academic progress and test scores.
Farmington High School Building Committee Reviews Progress, Eyes September Meetings
Farmington High School Building Committee advanced invoices, change orders, and furniture decisions while confirming September 3 and 17 meetings.
Farmington CT Jobs: Administrative Clerk, Assessment Clerk II, Firefighter/EMT, Crossing Guard, Golf Course Roles, and More — How To Apply, Pay, Deadlines
Farmington is hiring across offices, streets, greens, and firehouses—with clear pay, deadlines, and how to apply. Plus volunteer seats and contacts to get you in the room.
Farmington High School Committee Reviews Construction Progress and Superintendent Search
Farmington High School Committee tackles punch lists, construction updates, and a superintendent search. Rusty virtual pledges included. 😅🏫
Farmington Schools Salute Superintendent Greeter, Tackle Bus Woes, and Launch Summer Programs
Farmington’s Board of Education honored outgoing Superintendent Kathleen C. Greeter, confronted a rocky bus contract, and previewed summer learning—leaving cupcakes in its wake.
Farmington’s Bike Walk Committee Debates Split Rail Fencing, Board of Ed Representation, and Trail Upgrades
Farmington’s Bike Walk Committee debates fencing, Board of Ed representation, and signage. A closer look at their latest meeting. #Farmington #BikeWalk #Infrastructure
Farmington School Board Moves Forward in Superintendent Search—Here’s What’s Next
Farmington’s Board of Education selects CABE Executive Search Services to find the next superintendent 📚👀. Catch up on the details—and watch the meeting here.
Farmington Schools: Budget Hike Approved, Superintendent Search Kicks Off & Retirements Reshape Staff 📚💡
Farmington’s school board locks in a budget hike, launches a superintendent search, and honors retiring teachers. See the full breakdown with key quotes.
Farmington Town Council Declares January 14, 2025, as Farmington High School Boys Soccer Team Day ⚽🎉
Farmington Town Council covers soccer champs, budget planning, registrar compensation, Batterson Park updates, and sidewalk expansion. Details on all you need to know! 🌟
Farmington’s Indoor Air Quality: Clearing the Air, One School at a Time
Discover how Farmington Public Schools is leading the way in indoor air quality (IAQ) improvements with the Tools for Schools program. Learn about the latest inspections, HVAC upgrades, and compliance with Connecticut’s new IAQ mandates, ensuring safe and healthy classrooms for students and staff.
Farmington’s Federal Funds Breakdown: A Million-Dollar Puzzle 🧩
Farmington’s schools rely on $1.5M in federal funds. What does that mean for your kids? Dive into the numbers and watch the meeting replay! 🎥👩🏫