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- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/28/25
- 05/01/2025
- 178 Minutes
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Overview: The Holyoke School Committee’s recent meeting centered on the transition of the school district from state receivership back to local control, with a focus on the exit assurances that are intended to guide this process. Discussions also explored the complexities of field trip approvals, policy amendments, and procedural clarity.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 04/28/2025
- 17 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Holyoke School Committee meeting, updates on the Pek Middle School renovation project were provided. The discussion revealed advancements in building efficiency and highlighted the role of modern educational facilities in community development.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/14/25
- 04/15/2025
- 95 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Holyoke School Committee meeting, community members and educators voiced strong appeals for restoring full local control over the district’s schools, while the committee deliberated on a new alternative program aimed at supporting students with behavioral and academic challenges.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 3/24/25
- 03/25/2025
- 139 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a meeting filled with discussions on budget, community engagement, and school governance, the Holyoke School Committee prioritized the issue of transitioning from state receivership back to local control. The committee focused on ensuring that this complex process remains smooth and that the improvements made during receivership continue post-transition. The meeting featured significant dialogue about maintaining continuity and the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of Holyoke’s education system.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 2/24/25
- 02/25/2025
- 106 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Holyoke School Committee meeting, attention was given to the district’s growing budgetary concerns, particularly regarding transportation costs and the implications of the Student Opportunity Act. The committee grappled with a projected budget increase of approximately $6.63 million, largely driven by transportation costs under the McKinney-Vento Act and state mandates.
