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- Plymouth County
- 7/24/24
- 07/24/2024
- 65 Minutes
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Overview: During the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting, attention was given to the fiscal year 2024 budget, including the need for clearer financial reporting and the transfer of funds to support the district’s technology initiatives. The budget committee addressed concerns over the current presentation of financial reports. The meeting also involved discussion on transferring $100,000 to the technology stabilization fund, necessary for the one-to-one implementation at middle and high school levels.
- MA
- Plymouth County
- 6/12/24
- 06/12/2024
- 76 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting, the prominent issue of a $4.5 million budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year was addressed, forecasting an impact on staffing, including teacher reductions at various grade levels and administrative positions. Deliberations over the deficit took precedence, with discussions on using end-of-year funds, state grants, and the possibility of leftover budget to potentially reinstate some teaching positions. The superintendent, Ryan T. Powers, was evaluated and rated proficient, meeting all set goals and performance standards, amidst concerns about the budget process and capital planning alignment.
- MA
- Plymouth County
- 6/3/24
- 06/03/2024
- 128 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting, discussions were dominated by the financial challenges facing the district, including a budget shortfall and the ensuing measures to address it. The committee addressed a $3.5 million deficit in the school budget for fiscal year 2022, exploring various strategies to bridge the gap while simultaneously managing fixed costs to prevent impact on the school’s operations.
- MA
- Plymouth County
- 5/8/24
- 05/08/2024
- 10 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee convened recently, culminating in the reorganization of committee leadership and appointments to various subcommittees. In a seamless transition, members nominated and voted for the positions of chair, vice chair, and secretary clerk. Following the reorganization, the newly appointed chair outlined subcommittee assignments.
- MA
- Plymouth County
- 3/27/24
- 03/27/2024
- 98 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting, one notable issue discussed was the implementation of an evidence-based plan to reduce disparities in academic achievement, as mandated by the Student Opportunity Act. The committee identified students with disabilities and English language learners as the groups most in need of support. A research-based early literacy program was selected to address these disparities, with an emphasis on engaging families and caregivers in the educational process. The state’s student outcomes comparison tool was utilized, highlighting the need for focused attention on these student groups. While adopting the state’s targets for improvement, some committee members expressed skepticism about their effectiveness in measuring student achievement.