Yarmouth Voters Approve $1.5 Million Feasibility Study for Emmy Small School

Overview: At the recent Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee meeting, the spotlight was on the approval of a $1.5 million feasibility study for Emmy Small School by Yarmouth voters. The feasibility study will explore various paths, including a standalone renovation or replacement, and two consolidation scenarios: relocating Emmy Small’s students to Station Avenue Elementary School with necessary renovations, or closing both schools to establish a new facility at a different site. The paperwork for this study has been submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority, with further developments anticipated in the upcoming months, including a meeting scheduled for January.

Mount Olive School Board Discusses Bullying Measures and Transparency During Engaging Meeting

Overview: The Mount Olive School Board meeting tackled issues, including initiatives to combat bullying, the importance of transparency in district operations, and the recognition of student achievements. Key discussions revolved around the implementation of positive behavior support systems, the handling of Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) cases, and community concerns regarding transparency and information access.

South Hunterdon School Board Showcases Student Poetry, Reviews HIB Policies and Approves Key Contracts

Overview: At the recent South Hunterdon School Board meeting, students shared deeply personal poetry as part of a storytelling project, the board reviewed the district’s Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) self-assessment, and several key contracts for the upcoming school year were approved. The meeting was marked by a focus on student safety, device use policies, and community engagement initiatives.

Hillsborough School Board Debates Budget Increase, Redistricting, and Calendar Adjustments

Overview: The Hillsborough School Board meeting held on November 24, 2025, covered a range of topics, including a proposed budget increase, redistricting plans, and adjustments to the 2026-2027 school calendar. The board also recognized outstanding student achievements and discussed important community engagement efforts.

Prior Lake-Savage School Board Faces Budget Challenges and Debates Academic Performance Goals

Overview: In a meeting of the Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board, attention was focused on the district’s budgetary challenges and academic performance goals. Concerns over fiscal responsibility were paired with discussions on student achievement gaps, notably in literacy and college readiness metrics.