Narragansett Regional School Committee Tackles Capital Improvements and Community Engagement

Overview: The Narragansett Regional School Committee meeting focused on issues, including the roof project tied to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), capital improvements for school facilities, and innovative communication strategies aimed at fostering better community engagement. Discussions also covered curriculum management, staff attendance data, and strategic goals for the district’s future.

Narragansett Regional School Committee Approves Roof Replacement Funding Amidst Financial Discussions

Overview: The Narragansett Regional School Committee convened to address funding for a significant roof replacement project for the high and middle schools, with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) agreeing to cover 59% of the reimbursable costs. The committee approved borrowing $10,864,548 for the project, with the local share amounting to $4,752,853. This decision follows MSBA’s October 2025 meeting to approve the project and funding allocation.

Narragansett Regional School Committee Tackles Enrollment Decline and Graduation Policy Updates

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Narragansett Regional School Committee focused on issues including a notable decline in student enrollment, updates to graduation requirements, and the establishment of a new Thanksgiving football trophy tradition. These discussions, alongside other educational initiatives and policy updates, underscored the ongoing efforts to address both immediate and long-term challenges within the school district.

Narragansett Regional School Committee Faces Scrutiny Over Hiring Practices Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Narragansett Regional School Committee meeting focused on hiring practices within the district, with significant public concern over the employment of individuals with histories of abuse. The session also addressed the high school roof repair project and the introduction of a student representative who outlined various school activities and achievements.

Narragansett Regional School Committee Addresses Enrollment Concerns Amid Regional Agreement Discussions

Overview: The Narragansett Regional School Committee meeting centered around discussions on student enrollment obligations and the status of the regional agreement with the towns of Templeton and Phillipston. Amid these discussions, the committee also reviewed infrastructure improvements, staffing updates, and upcoming policy considerations, including a potential statewide cell phone ban in schools.