Nashoba Regional School Committee Confronts Rising Special Education Transportation Costs and New Private School Proposal

Overview: At the Nashoba Regional School Committee meeting, the spotlight was on the escalating special education transportation costs and a proposal for a new private school within the district. Bolton resident Pam Dean expressed concern over the dramatic rise in transportation expenses, which surged from $275,000 in 2024 to $1.6 million in 2026, a 500% increase. Dean urged the committee to explore cost-saving measures while maintaining educational quality. She praised the district’s move to manage transportation in-house as a way to potentially decrease costs and advocated for transparency, requesting detailed monthly budget reports and public access to related discussions. Her comments highlighted a $450,000 overbudget in special education expenses from a February 2026 report that lacked detailed explanations.

Nashoba Regional School Committee Advances Website Overhaul and Considers Puerto Rico Field Trip

Overview: The Nashoba Regional School Committee meeting on March 25th covered advancements in communication, with updates to the committee’s website and discussions on a proposed student field trip to Puerto Rico. The meeting also touched upon school choice policies and solar contract negotiations.

Minuteman Career and Technical School Committee Revamps Superintendent Negotiation Committee Amid Scheduling Conflicts

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Minuteman Career and Technical School Committee, members addressed a significant scheduling conflict by temporarily altering the composition of the superintendent negotiation and evaluation subcommittee. The committee also focused on the approval of the business manager’s contract, highlighting the integral role of the business department in the school’s operations.

Nashoba Regional School Committee Approves $79.2M Budget, Focuses on AI in Education

Overview: The Nashoba Regional School Committee, meeting on March 11, 2026, approved a $79,196,135 budget for FY27 and focused discussions on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into educational settings. The committee also addressed upcoming professional development opportunities and strategic initiatives within the district.

Minuteman Career and Technical School Committee Approves Senior Wellness Trip Amidst Program Revisions and International Travel Plans

Overview: At the recent Minuteman Career and Technical School Committee meeting, members approved a senior wellness trip scheduled for May 22-24, 2026, at Camp Winnaki in New Hampshire, while also discussing updates to the school’s program of studies and planning for an international trip to England and Scotland in April 2027.