Revere School Committee Discusses New Title IX Regulations and Cell Phone Policy

Overview: The Revere School Committee meeting on August 20, 2024, focused on changes to Title IX regulations and the implementation of a new cell phone policy at Revere High School.

Revere School Committee Addresses Compliance and Safety Concerns

Overview: The Revere School Committee recently convened to address a series of issues, with the most significant being the compliance and safety concerns regarding the lock system installed in local schools. Detailed discussions were held about the necessity to replace non-compliant locks and doorknobs to meet building codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The committee members debated the financial implications of these upgrades, especially considering the impending move to a new high school building, and discussed the potential for reimbursement from the Massachusetts School Building Authority.

Revere School Committee Honors Late Tony Mata, Advances Education Initiatives

Overview: The Revere School Committee convened to address a variety of topics, notably paying tribute to Tony Mata, a respected teacher and committee member, discussing the superintendent’s performance evaluation, evaluating vocational school admissions, and considering the advancement of educational technology and resources within the district.

Revere School Committee Grapples with Classroom Expansion Dilemma

Overview: The Revere School Committee recently convened to address the issue of classroom shortages, with discussions centered on the construction of modular classrooms and the replacement of the Lincoln School’s roof. Amidst debates on cost-effectiveness and logistics, the committee examined the challenges posed by utilities and emergency access in relation to the proposed modular units, while also considering the financial implications and sustainability of capital improvements such as the Lincoln School roof project.

Revere School Committee Tackles Cell Phone Policy and Curriculum Changes

Overview: The Revere School Committee recently convened to address several issues, with the most pressing topic being the implementation and enforcement of the cell phone policy at the high school, which has a student population of 2200. Amid concerns raised by teachers and the challenges of consistent enforcement, the committee members delved into discussions about the need for clear communication, strategies for managing cell phone use, and the involvement of parents in addressing this issue in the school environment. Additionally, the committee addressed the adoption of new math programs across different school levels, results from a caregiver survey, and updates from the Equity Advisory Board.