School Committee Forms Superintendent Screening Panel

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What happened

The School Committee voted to dissolve the superintendent search committee and establish a screening committee, with no opposition or abstentions recorded. Three elementary principals reported strains from the newly reorganized schools—larger class sizes and limited teacher collaboration time—but the committee took no action on the issues. The budget subcommittee secured consensus to oppose state ballot Question 5 in materials for the tri-board meeting.

Key decisions

• 👤 Superintendent Screening Committee Established. The School Committee voted to dissolve the superintendent search committee and establish a superintendent screening committee with a defined charge. The screening committee will review resumes and recommend two to five finalists for interviews; finalists will visit the district for a full day with opportunities for public feedback before the School Committee makes the final hiring decision. (Vote no opposition or abstentions recorded). Read case details
• 📜 Resolution Opposing Ballot Question 5. The budget subcommittee drafted a resolution opposing state ballot Question 5 (the Change State Revenue Tax Limit Initiative) and the School Committee agreed by consensus to include it in materials for the Acton-Boxborough tri-board meeting. The committee opposes the measure because it would cap the state's ability to raise or hold taxes and fold the Fair Share Amendment into a general fund. (Vote consensus; Next: Oct. 2). Read case details
• 💰 Warrants Approved. The committee approved warrants dated October 1, 2026 as part of its consent agenda. No member requested separate discussion of any items. (Vote no opposition recorded). Read case details

Next dates

• Oct. 2: Acton-Boxborough tri-board meeting

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