Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee Approves Admissions Policy Changes

Overview: The Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee approved a controversial new admissions policy aimed at increasing equitable access to vocational education. The policy, which will now consider chronic absenteeism and discipline as primary criteria, intends to expand the pool of eligible students for the school’s lottery system.

Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee Tackles Admissions Disparities and Club Expansions

Overview: The Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee’s recent meeting on September 10, 2024, focused on addressing disparities in admissions, forming new student clubs, and discussing ongoing compliance with state educational mandates.

Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee Unveils Ambitious Four-Year Strategic Plan

Overview: The Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee convened on August 13, 2024, focusing on the approval and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan set to span from 2024 to 2028. Superintendent Michael Watson presented the plan, which aims to enhance educational outcomes through multi-tiered support systems, Universal Design for Learning, and equitable access to vocational programs.

Greater New Bedford Tech Focuses on Multilingual Services and Parent Engagement

Overview: In a recent Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee meeting, multilingual service provision and parent communication were highlighted as key areas of focus. The meeting also saw the election of officers, with Mr. Watson appointed as the secretary and Mr. Oliveira as the chairperson. Superintendent Watson underscored the importance of two-way communication with parents, especially as students progress to junior and senior years. Additionally, the committee approved the first reading of the updated handbook and discussed upcoming events, including senior award night, prom, graduation, and the last day of school. The financial standing of the district was reviewed through an auditor’s report, and plans were made for the superintendent’s evaluation subcommittee and the admissions subcommittee meetings. The meeting concluded with a move to an executive session to deliberate on negotiation strategies.

Greater New Bedford Tech Adopts $52. 7M Budget, Rejects School Choice

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee adopted a final operating and capital cost budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 amounting to $52,721,985. The budget includes a significant transfer of $400,000 into the fiscal year 2025 Capital Renovations line. Additionally, the committee decided against adopting the school choice program due to over-subscription in the district.