Overview: In a recent Holliston School Committee meeting, attention was focused on the advancement of the district’s mathematics curriculum, specifically the proposal to offer a full-year Algebra 1 course to eighth graders by the 2025-2026 school year. This move aims to provide accelerated learning pathways and address concerns over the need for equitable access to advanced math education. The committee also heard updates on professional development, curriculum reviews, and the importance of supporting students with external math resources. Additionally, initiatives on substance use education, the receipt of a grant for genocide education, the revision of the school calendar, and the review of a collaborative agreement with another district were discussed.
