- 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.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 108 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Littleton School Committee, members intensely debated the implications of potentially eliminating the MCAS as a graduation requirement and discussed extensive updates to Title IX regulations. The meeting also addressed the district’s focus on improving educational frameworks and fostering community engagement, including updates on school improvement plans and professional development initiatives.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/10/2024
- 60 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lawrence City Council addressed the need to comply with Massachusetts state law regarding zoning for multifamily housing, an essential step to maintain access to state grants. The council considered a proposal for a new zoning overlay district designed to meet these requirements while balancing community concerns about density and development.