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- 4/15/25
- 04/16/2025
- 21 Minutes
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Overview: In the latest Granby School Committee meeting, a focus was placed on the approval of the fiscal year 2026 budget, the allocation of funds to address substitute teacher shortages, and community engagement initiatives. The committee approved a $12,450,430 total operating budget and discussed strategies to cover the financial demands of substitute teachers due to increased staff absences.
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- Hampshire County
- 4/7/25
- 04/10/2025
- 144 Minutes
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Overview: In a move, the Granby School Committee appointed Mary Jane Ricken as the new superintendent, following a thorough evaluation of candidates and extensive deliberations. The decision was backed by unanimous support from the committee, who praised Ricken’s understanding of the district’s needs and her student-centered approach. The selection came amidst discussions on budgetary constraints and the necessity for strong leadership to navigate future challenges.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/18/25
- 03/21/2025
- 67 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Granby School Committee meeting, attention was given to new out-of-state field trip regulations requiring a registered nurse (RN) on trips, budgetary constraints impacting educational initiatives, and the search for a new superintendent.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/21/25
- 01/22/2025
- 42 Minutes
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Overview: In its recent meeting, the Granby School Committee approved a new school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year, addressed concerns about budget projections amid rising inflation, and discussed the district’s enrollment trends. The committee also explored improvements to the district’s mobile app and planned for the upcoming summer enrichment programs.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/7/25
- 01/08/2025
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: The Granby School Committee meeting on January 7th centered on two matters: the search for a new superintendent and addressing the inoperative generator at the Junior Senior High School. These discussions, alongside updates on the school calendar and financial issues related to special education transportation, dominated the committee’s agenda.
