Hopkinton School Committee Approves Construction Amendment for Passive House Project

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee recently held a meeting where they approved a construction amendment for designer services related to the Passive House project and addressed several other issues concerning the school construction budget and permitting.

Hopkinton School Committee Approves Key Staffing and Explores Equity in Special Education Identification

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee’s recent meeting on August 8, 2024, addressed several issues, including the approval of additional middle school staffing, discussions on equity in special education identification, and the superintendent’s goals for the 2024-2025 academic year. The meeting also covered the ongoing Hopkins school construction, enrollment statistics, and policy revisions related to Title IX.

Hopkinton School Committee Advances Passive House Project

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee moved forward with a environmental initiative by approving a $33,135 fee to register a project with Passive House. This decision comes amidst a series of discussions in the latest meeting that included the approval of substantial invoices, updates on local commission permitting processes, and ongoing abutter outreach.

Hopkinton School Committee Votes in New Member, Discusses Student Achievement

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee recently convened a meeting where the selection of a new school committee member and student academic performance were the focal points. Kyla McWeeney was appointed to the School Committee following a 5-4 vote, and the Superintendent’s report highlighted impressive student achievements, including grade 10 literacy rates and significant library usage in the middle school.

Hopkinton School Committee Advances School Renovation Project

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee held a meeting that primarily centered on a significant school building addition and renovation project, alongside discussions on summer operational hours, the approval of grant donations, and the passing of a firearm storage safety resolution. The most pressing topic discussed was the proposed addition and renovation to the Hopkins School, which includes the construction of additional classrooms, enhanced science classrooms, expanded art and music rooms, and a larger cafeteria and nurse suite.