A presentation from the “Together We Can” initiative was central to the meeting as it emphasized the importance of the after prom celebrations – an event aimed at providing a safe, supervised environment for students following the prom. The superintendent, along with a former Falmouth High School graduate, reflected on the evolution of post-prom activities and their positive impact on student experiences and community engagement. They urged for sustained contributions and volunteer efforts to maintain this tradition for future generations.

Parallel to this, the CPAC presented an overview of their past year’s work, detailing the range of workshops and presentations offered to support families, including topics on understanding basic rights within an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and strategies to cope with resilience and anxiety associated with learning and developmental disabilities. The council has also focused on enhancing family engagement and providing assistance to families with cultural and language needs.

The meeting also addressed the Food Service budget, which provided insight into the financial aspects of the school lunch program. The committee examined the revenue and expenses, including the monthly breakdown of sales, state and federal reimbursements, as well as food costs. The projected net income for the year was discussed, alongside the capital expenditures for equipment and renovations. With a balance of around a million dollars in the account and potential additional expenditures estimated at $200,000, the committee discussed the lunch program’s aim to break even, with federal and state funds supporting free and reduced lunches. The addition of a Master Chef was highlighted as a move towards higher quality menus despite potential increased food costs, with the committee expressing the need to monitor the program closely.

Other educational initiatives were briefly touched upon, including the superintendent’s update on the grading advisory meeting, a collaborative summer program at Mass Maritime supported by a grant application, and the upcoming deadline for the superintendent’s evaluation. Additionally, a request was made for a story to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Falmouth High School.

The meeting also included a student advisory report from a freshman at Falmouth High School, named Molly, who provided updates on various school events and activities. She shared successes in the spring sports season, with teams such as sailing, softball, tennis, Unified D, and boys lacrosse securing victories. Furthermore, Molly informed the committee of the upcoming National Science Honor Society induction ceremony, preparations for art and AP classes, a poetry celebration, a jazz event, the theater production of “Greece,” and junior-senior prom ticket sales.