Stephen Bowen (Chairman) 

Terry Cote (Vice Chair)

Adam Minor (Secretary)

Lauren Barlow

Michael Bilica

Robert Ellsworth

BOE Committees and Members

Curriculum
Adam Minor (Chair)
Lauren Barlow
Michael Bilica
EastConn
Terry Cote
Long Range Facilities
Rob Ellsworth (Chair)
Steve Bowen
Policy
Lauren Barlow (Chair)
Scholarship Steering
Terry Cote (Chair)
Lauren Barlow
School Safety
Terry Cote (Chair)
Michael Bilica
Transportation
Steve Bowen (Chair)
Adam Minor
Woodstock Academy
Rob Ellsworth

2025-2026 Board of Education Goals

Student Achievement

  • Monitor the quantitative and qualitative assessment data provided by school administration relative to long-term planning goals as outlined in the Strategic Plan and the Portrait of an Eastford Learner for the academic and social-emotional growth of students.
  • Advocate for a budget that is responsive to the programmatic needs of all students and the professional growth needs of district staff.

Climate and Culture

  • Support the efforts of the administration as they foster a community of learning, growth, and achievement focused on positive reinforcement and attention to meeting the needs of all students.
  • Advocate for a budget that is responsive to the facility and maintenance needs in accordance with the long-term facilities plan.

Collaboration and Communication

  • Collaborate and support the administration’s efforts in implementing the components of the Eastford School District’s Strategic Plan with a focus on expanding partnerships with all families and community partners.
  • Continue to explore ways to achieve greater efficiency as a school district by cooperating with the community and other districts for shared services and staff as well as cooperative programs and purchases.