- MA
- Essex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 97 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee meeting on October 10, 2024, focused on substantial donations, the superintendent’s goals, and the logistics of upcoming budget meetings. The committee unanimously accepted a $5 million donation from the Ed Fund, granting naming rights to the main field, and approved a $250,000 donation for naming the Joseph Marer Tennis Courts. Key discussion points also included the superintendent’s strategic goals and adjustments to the school calendar to accommodate budget process requirements.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 10/10/24
- 10/10/2024
- 13 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Branchburg School Board meeting highlighted the district’s enrollment trends and efforts to promote respect and kindness within schools. Superintendent Dr. Karen Chase reported an increase in student numbers and outlined activities conducted during New Jersey’s designated “Week of Respect.”
- MA
- Berkshire County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee meeting on October 10th revolved around discussions on educational standards, fiscal updates, and public engagement policies. The most newsworthy topic was the debate over Question Two on the November ballot, which proposes removing the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a high school graduation requirement. The committee examined the implications of this potential change, highlighting concerns about standardized testing and the need for alternative competency assessments.
- MN
- Washington County
- 10/10/24
- 10/10/2024
- 104 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The South Washington County School Board meeting focused on advancing literacy initiatives and improving community engagement. Central to the discussion was the Read Act, designed to ensure all students read at or above grade level from kindergarten onwards. The Board examined professional development programs for teachers, the implementation of literacy assessments, and strategies for fostering community engagement through public listening sessions.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/10/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Hopkinton School Committee meeting focused on enhancing school safety measures, approving significant policy revisions, and advancing the adaptive playground project. The committee addressed the issue of cell phone use during emergencies, emphasizing the importance of following safety protocols to minimize risks. Additionally, the committee approved the capital plan for fiscal year 2026, which includes the development of an inclusive playground designed for children of all abilities.