- MA
- Suffolk County
- 7/17/24
- 07/18/2024
- 120 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston School Committee focused on the evaluation process of Superintendent Mary Skipper, the implementation of various educational initiatives, and addressed numerous public concerns. The Committee members discussed the importance of public feedback in the evaluation process of the superintendent and the need for understanding the impact of educational programs on student outcomes, especially for multilingual learners. The meeting also featured discussions on transportation services, the state of school facilities, and the allocation of significant grants for educational programs.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 7/17/24
- 07/18/2024
- 125 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston School Committee delved into the evaluation process of Superintendent Mary Skipper and discussed various student services, including transportation initiatives, health and wellness programs, and summer employment opportunities. The evaluation of the Superintendent, a core responsibility of the committee, came into focus with the committee outlining the process and timeline for this assessment, which will be based on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) Framework. This significant undertaking will culminate in a special meeting to present the summative evaluation.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 179 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move to address equity and inclusion within the Boston Public Schools, the School Committee voted to approve a new budget that prioritizes funding for low-income students and those requiring special education services. The budget includes an increase in per-pupil spending, aimed at improving educational outcomes for all students.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 173 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston School Committee approved the renaming of the Jeremiah E. Burke High School to the Dr. Albert D. Holland High School of Technology, recognizing Dr. Holland’s contributions to the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. Considerable attention was also given to the proposed closure of the Lyla Frederick Middle School and the West Zone Early Learning Center, sparking discussions on community engagement and the impact on students and families.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/22/24
- 05/24/2024
- 295 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a decisive action, the Boston School Committee voted to withdraw the Boston Public Schools (BPS) from the Massachusetts school choice program for the 2024-2025 school year. This move dominated the meeting.