Falmouth School Committee Evaluates Grade Reconfiguration Amid Enrollment Decline and Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent Falmouth School Committee meeting, discussions focused on student safety measures and reconfiguration of school grades due to declining enrollment. The committee explored proposals for integrating eighth graders into the high school and moving grades five through seven to the Lawrence School in the coming years.

Falmouth School Committee Tackles Financial Challenges Amid Curriculum Changes and Enrollment Concerns

Overview: The Falmouth School Committee meeting on July 8 was marked by discussions on educational funding, curriculum updates, and declining enrollment issues. Key topics included the impact of reduced federal grants, a budget timeline for the upcoming fiscal year, and the transition to a new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum, alongside concerns surrounding school enrollment trends.

Falmouth School Committee Faces Pushback on School Merger and Celebrates Grief Support Program Success

Overview: The Falmouth School Committee’s recent meeting was marked by heated public commentary against potential school mergers, updates on state budget changes, and an enthusiastic review of a grief support initiative in local schools. Additionally, the committee addressed forthcoming capital improvements, transportation updates, and a memorandum regarding sewer installations.

Falmouth School Committee Faces Public Criticism Over Dress Code and Calls for Community Dialogue

Overview: The Falmouth School Committee meeting tackled pressing community issues, including public dissatisfaction with the district’s dress code policy and the call for greater involvement in decision-making processes. The meeting also addressed initiatives like the “No Place for Hate” program, energy savings, and the integration of electric vehicles into the school bus fleet.

Falmouth School Committee Tackles Dress Code Debate Amid Broader Community Engagement Efforts

Overview: The recent Falmouth School Committee meeting was marked by a debate over the dress code policy at Lawrence School, a topic that engaged both committee members and the public. The meeting also highlighted community initiatives such as a multicultural festival and discussions on technology use policies in schools.