Operations
Does BPS have a helpline? If so, what is the email and/or phone number?
Yes we do! Phone: 617-635-8873 or email us at helpline@bostonpublicschools.org
Who is the Deputy of Facilities?
Welcome Keyla Jackson!
What two locations (buildings) does OIIT resign in?
Campbell and Bolling
Who is the new Deputy of Transportation?
Welcome Jacqueline Hayes (Jackie) to her very first Operations Retreat!
Welcome Anneliese Tanner to her very first Operations Retreat!
Which Operational Department has their own Twitter (X) Account?
OIIT
What is the name of the system where we enter all work orders?
Asset Essentials
What does OIIT stand for?
Office of Information and Instructional Technology
Who should the public contact for school bus related questions?
Email: schoolbus@bostonpublicschools.org OR Phone: 617-635-9520
How much does water cost in schools and when should they be made available to students?
$0, zero, zip, nada, no cost! Made available during meal times wherever meals are served.
How many Dashboards does the Operations Department have?
Three (3) , KPI, FCA, and Space
How often do we test all water units used for drinking and food preparation?
Annually
When purchasing BPS Technology , what form must be submitted?
Technology Purchasing Request (Form 40)
How many schools will have a Bell Time change in SY 24-25?
Five (5) schools
Kitchen facilities (both prep and satellite locations) are inspected how many times a year by the Inspectional Services Division (ISD - Health Department)?
Twice a year
Who is the vendor that conducted the FCA?
Bureau Veritas (BV)
What is the difference between Renovations VS Repairs & Maintenance?
Renovations Include: Major renovations or improvements, Alterations that are required due to programmatic changes, Alterations of existing spaces (wall up/wall down), Toilet room renovations
Repairs Include: General repairs (i.e. broken glass, broken locks/hardware, graffiti, leaks from plumbing or roof,...)
Does BPS have an AI Policy?
YES! It can be found on the BPS Tech website!
How many cameras does a BPS School bus have? Where are they located?
Two (2) Cameras: One camera faces out from the bus forward to record oncoming traffic. The second camera is focused inward on the bus from the front of the bus
Does BPS have an Emergency Meal Procedure in place? If so, who needs to be notified immediately?
Yes we do! FNS Department needs to be informed as well as the Field Coordinator
When does Operations have to submit their annual KPIs to CGCS?
April
All persons will be denied access to BPS Buildings if no permit has been approved. Under what circumstance should you request a permit for your event/activity?
Any activity taking place in a school building after school hours (Including: holidays, vacation weeks, and summer)
Does OIIT accept Tech Donations?
YES - All technology purchases and donations must abide by City procurement policies and are subject to approval by OIIT
What account # should schools used for Field Trips?
Acct # 52811
FNS strives to provide food with "clean" labels that are free of unwanted ingredients. Please provide at least two (2) examples.
This includes: trans fats, high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, additives (azodicarbonamide, bromated flour), and artificial preservatives (nitrates, nitrites, sulfates, sulfites, MSG, BHA, BHT, TBHQ