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- Suffolk County
- 3/18/25
- 03/18/2025
- 13 Minutes
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Overview: The Revere School Committee meeting focused on a financial concern: a projected 19% increase in current employee health insurance costs. This rise will impact the upcoming budget deliberations as the committee works to balance these rising expenses with other critical needs. Additionally, the meeting highlighted recent grants received, which will enhance educational resources and support diversity initiatives within the district.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 3/18/25
- 03/18/2025
- 150 Minutes
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Overview: The Revere School Committee meeting delved into issues surrounding the district’s transportation budget, the middle school lottery system, and classroom space shortages. The discussion was led by committee members who expressed concerns over the rising costs of school transportation and the impact of current policies on classroom sizes and equity. John Kingston, chair of the Ways and Means Subcommittee, highlighted transportation as a major expense for the district, proposing changes to the middle school lottery system as a potential solution.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/25/25
- 02/25/2025
- 147 Minutes
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Overview: The Revere School Committee recently held a meeting where a proposed resolution to affirm the district’s stance on immigration enforcement sparked debate. Concerns arose regarding the potential implications of this resolution, which aims to designate schools as “safe havens” for undocumented students amidst increasing federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities. This discussion highlighted pressing community fears and the ongoing debate within the committee about the best course of action to support and protect students.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/29/25
- 01/29/2025
- 28 Minutes
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Overview: In response to recent challenges, the Revere School Committee has taken steps to bolster school safety, including increasing the number of School Resource Officers (SROs) and commissioning an external audit of security measures. The committee, composed mostly of new members, navigated issues such as union contracts, school violence, and student safety, leading to these proactive decisions.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/21/25
- 01/21/2025
- 133 Minutes
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Overview: The Revere School Committee meeting on January 21, 2025, highlighted advancements in school safety with the introduction of a silent 911 code initiative and addressed financial concerns, committee restructuring, and educational enhancements. Adjustmentsttention was given to enhancing emergency response protocols within schools through a new silent 911 code initiative. This development allows individuals to text 911 during emergencies, specifying their needs using designated numbers for police, fire, or ambulance services. The initiative involves the distribution of two-sided cards, featuring these emergency codes alongside internal command information, to be attached to staff member ID cards. The cards were developed collaboratively, with LifeTouch providing them at no cost. The measure is expected to streamline communication during emergencies, overcoming challenges faced when individuals struggle to recall necessary information. Appreciation was extended to those who contributed to the project.
