- MA
- Essex County
- 2/12/25
- 02/12/2025
- 164 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Whittier Regional Technical School Committee meeting was a forum for public comments about the proposed closure of several vocational programs, including Early Education and Care, Design and Visual Communications (DVC), and Masonry. Declining enrollment numbers and the need to align educational resources with student interest were central to the committee’s considerations, prompting debate and emotional appeals from students, alumni, educators, and community members.
- MA
- Essex County
- 1/8/25
- 01/08/2025
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Whittier Regional Technical School Committee meeting, the most developments were discussions about a potential shared campus with Northern Essex Community College and changes to the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) requirements. Additionally, there was an update on a recent cyber attack affecting the school’s information systems.
- MA
- Essex County
- 12/11/24
- 12/11/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Whittier Regional Technical School Committee, discussions centered on a proposed building project and potential amendments to the regional agreement. Concerns were raised regarding financial responsibilities and the need for strategic updates to accommodate future educational demands and partnerships, particularly with Northern Essex Community College.
- MA
- Essex County
- 11/12/24
- 11/12/2024
- 85 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Whittier Regional Technical School Committee meeting focused on enhancing transparency in its financial operations and improving student resources. Key discussions included the proposal to form a formal finance subcommittee, adjustments to the budget calendar, and updates on educational programs and infrastructure.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/9/24
- 10/09/2024
- 56 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Whittier Regional Technical School Committee meeting focused on discussions around MCAS results, career technical education updates, and the financial health of the school. The meeting revealed that Whittier students continue to demonstrate exceptional academic performance, particularly in their MCAS results, and highlighted ongoing improvements and new initiatives in career technical education.
