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.

Greater New Bedford Tech Eyes Budget Increase and Program Expansion

Overview: In a meeting that tackled significant fiscal plans and celebrated student achievements, the Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee laid out a detailed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year with a notable $2.6 million increase from the previous year. The proposed budget, which includes investments in instructional materials, technology upgrades, and facility costs, also plans for an expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and the addition of a third assistant principal’s position.

New Bedford Tech Committee Addresses Student Placement and Teacher Support

Overview: The Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee recently convened to discuss a series of issues ranging from student placements in freshman exploratory programs to the expansion of teacher support initiatives.