Somerset School Committee Approves Italy Trip Amid Plans for Athletic Field Improvements

Overview: The Somerset School Committee meeting delved into discussions, approving a student trip to Italy while addressing substantial improvements to the district’s athletic fields. Additionally, the meeting focused heavily on proposed renovations to the baseball and softball fields.

Somerset-Berkley Regional School Committee Grapples with MCAS Ballot Question and School Elections

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Somerset-Berkley Regional School Committee engaged in a discussion about the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and its role in student graduation requirements, while also deliberating on the logistics of using school facilities as polling locations during elections.

Somerset-Berkley School Committee Approves Teachers’ Contract, Discusses Enrollment Decline

Overview: The Somerset-Berkley Regional School Committee convened to address a variety of issues, ranging from the approval of a new teachers’ contract to concerns over a significant drop in senior class enrollment.

Somerset-Berkley Committee Approves Key Contracts and Honors Retirees

Overview: At the recent Somerset-Berkley Regional School Committee meeting, several decisions were made regarding the approval of contracts for the upcoming fiscal year and the honoring of two distinguished retirees. The committee recognized the retirement of Dr. Edward Ducet and Mitchell Petty, who have both served the school community for many years. Additionally, the meeting addressed the financial state of the school district, with discussions on the April financial statement, potential capital improvements, and the approval of other post-employment benefits (OPEB) contributions. The committee also approved a memorandum of agreement with the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) cafeteria workers.

Somerset-Berkley Committee Approves Student Trips Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: In a recent Somerset-Berkley Regional School Committee meeting, discussions on student travel and the district’s financial management took center stage. The meeting saw the approval of several student trips, including a HOSA future health professionals trip to Houston, Texas, and a Leo Club trip to Costa Rica. These approvals came with in-depth deliberations about funding, accessibility, and ensuring equitable opportunities for all students. Financial topics were thoroughly examined, with a positive outlook for the district’s year-end financial position and commendations for the finance team’s management.