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School committee approves teacher contract

StoughtonApr 14, 20262 min read

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The committee unanimously ratified the Stoughton Teachers Unit A contract for fiscal years 2027–2029. Members also unanimously approved a PANL facilities fee waiver and an overnight, out-of-state SHS HOSA field trip.

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The teacher contract approval sets the agreement for Stoughton Teachers Unit A through fiscal year 2029. The committee also approved two requests involving school facilities and student travel. Members elected Chris Shannon as chair and Jillian Distefano as vice chair, each by a 4–1 vote.

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Ratified the Stoughton Teachers Unit A FY2027–2029 contract by a unanimous 5–0 vote.
Approved the PANL facilities use fee waiver request by a unanimous 5–0 vote.
Approved the SHS HOSA out-of-state, overnight field trip request by a unanimous 5–0 vote.
Elected Chris Shannon as School Committee chair by a 4–1 vote.
Elected Jillian Distefano as School Committee vice chair by a 4–1 vote.
Scheduled a public hearing on the new elementary school building name for April 28, 2026.
Approved the March 24, 2026 regular meeting minutes by a 4–0 vote, with one abstention.

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