Brookline School Committee Honors Paraprofessional for Life-Saving Actions, Discusses Diversity, Safety, and Strategic Plans

Overview: The Brookline School Committee meeting covered a range of topics, from honoring a paraprofessional for her heroic actions to discussing diversity initiatives, safety measures, and strategic plans. Key discussions included the need for a crossing guard at Pierce School, the success of a diversity recruitment event, and the results of a staff and family climate survey.

Brookline School Committee Considers New Mobile Device Policy Amid Broader Policy Manual Overhaul

Overview: During the recent Brookline School Committee policy subcommittee meeting on September 23, 2024, members discussed potentially hiring a consultant to assist with a review of the district’s policy manual, the implementation of a new mobile device policy, and the revision of Section J of the policy manual. The committee also debated increasing community participation in school committee matters.

Brookline Schools to Focus on Inclusive Education, Budget Constraints Highlighted in Recent Meeting

Overview: In a recent Brookline School Committee meeting, discussions centered around inclusive education initiatives, budget constraints, and the implementation of school improvement plans across various schools in the district. Principals and committee members emphasized the importance of targeted support for students with diverse needs and the strategic allocation of limited resources to meet these goals.

Brookline School Committee Approves Significant Change Order for Driscoll Project and Discusses Wide-Ranging School Policies

Overview: In a recent Brookline School Committee meeting, members approved a notable change order for the Driscoll School project, discussed new attendance and tardy policies at Brookline High School (BHS), and introduced new staff members, among other topics. The meeting was marked by discussions on various aspects of school operations and improvements, reflecting both the challenges and opportunities within the district.

Brookline School Committee Discusses Superintendent Evaluation and School Calendar Adjustments

Overview: The Brookline School Committee meeting on August 8, 2024, centered on evaluating the superintendent’s performance, revising the school calendar, and addressing communication strategies within the district.