North Brunswick School Board Addresses Safety Concerns and Honors Retirees

Overview: In a recent North Brunswick School Board meeting, one notable issue addressed was the safety concern brought forth by a mother, Ms. Stokes, regarding an incident involving her daughter, a seventh-grader, who was allegedly attacked by another student. This serious matter was raised during the public portion of the meeting, with Ms. Stokes demanding a comprehensive explanation of safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of her daughter and other students within the district. The board’s response was a promise that someone would follow up with her the next day.

Hamilton-Wenham School Committee Approves Polling Amid Consolidation Debate

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee addressed the issue of school consolidation, which sparked notable community concern. The committee approved engaging Signal Polling to conduct a survey on the school building project, a decision underscored by the importance of community input on the proposed consolidation of elementary schools.

Holyoke School Committee Focuses on Early Literacy and Policy Review

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Holyoke School Committee addressed topics including early literacy initiatives, policy review, and school committee procedural rules. The committee celebrated a 22% increase in students above benchmark and an 18% decrease in students needing urgent intervention within the K2 grade band, attributing this success to the Hill for Literacy program. Further, a motion was passed to hold a retreat to focus on establishing procedural policy rules for the governance of school committee meetings.

Maynard School Committee Approves New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Overview: The Maynard School Committee recently approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the teachers’ union, highlighting the meeting’s agenda. The committee also discussed various topics including technology updates, the assessment of student proficiency, and the superintendent evaluation timeline. Additionally, the appointment of a new director of student services and the search for a new principal at Green Meadow and the director of facilities were among the personnel updates.

Hendry County School Board Explores Teacher Housing Solutions

Overview: In a recent Hendry County School Board meeting, members discussed the need for affordable teacher housing and considered various options to address this challenge. The board is exploring potential solutions, including the development of teacher housing on district-owned properties, to aid in recruiting and retaining talented educators. This initiative, alongside debates on student services, insurance provider changes, and the sale of district property, were among the topics that dominated the meeting.