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Aug 13, 2026

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School Committee Elects New Leaders

Published Aug 13, 2026

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Briefing

Jun 4, 2026

School Committee Reviews District Priorities

The committee reviewed district goals, administrator evaluations, family communication, and planning for future budgets. Discussion emphasized maintaining an ambitious goal that all grades improve performance while addressing lost supports and strengthening curriculum oversight.

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Briefing

May 14, 2026

Schools Review Athletic Programs and Funding

The athletic sponsorship program has raised approximately $40,000, and the district is assessing how to use the funds for needs such as tennis windscreens, shot clocks, gym equipment, uniform costs, and student leadership training.

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Briefing

May 6, 2026

Weymouth Schools Plan FY27 Budget Changes

Proposed activity and program fee increases are expected to raise $95,911, described as equivalent to funding one teaching position. The committee also reviewed proposed Extended School Year and substitute rate increases effective July 1, 2026.

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Briefing

Apr 30, 2026

School committee advances budget and handbook changes

The school budget is nearing finalization with a reported 3.5% increase and a $500,000 education reserve, and it is scheduled for presentation to the Town Council on May 12, 2026. The committee also unanimously approved the Weymouth High School 2026-27 handbook.

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Briefing

Apr 29, 2026

Schools weigh transportation and FY27 budget

Weymouth is expected to award its student transportation contract in mid-May; NRT was identified as the apparent low bidder, with a reported $1.5 million five-year price difference between the bids. The level-service FY27 school budget request is $94,877,714, while the Mayor’s operating budget amount is $93,249,479.

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Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Schools Consider Artificial Intelligence Guidelines

The policy subcommittee proposed creating artificial intelligence guidelines for students, parents and staff, with follow-up questions planned for the next School Committee meeting and a possible final discussion in June.

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Briefing

Apr 9, 2026

School bargaining talks remain ongoing

Collective bargaining negotiations with Weymouth educators remained ongoing, with no agreement announced. The committee also reported planned spring safety improvements near Ralph Talbot School, including sidewalk and curb reconstruction, new signage, and high-visibility crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons.

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Briefing

Mar 26, 2026

School Committee Advances $94.9 Million Budget

The Weymouth Public Schools Committee approved submitting a proposed FY27 operating budget of $94,877,714 to the Mayor by a 6-1 vote, with Mayor Michael Molisse opposed. The Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent are scheduled to present the budget to the Town Council on May 12, 2026.

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Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

School Committee declines school choice participation

The committee voted 5-0, with one member present, not to participate in the 2026-27 school choice program. It also presented the proposed FY27 operating budget, citing rising costs, limited revenue growth, lagging state aid, and budget shortfalls.

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Briefing

Mar 4, 2026

Weymouth Schools Budget Planning Advances

The FY27 level-service budget proposal would require a 5.27% increase, after prior reductions totaling 47.6 positions and about $3.6 million. The School Committee advocated maintaining current services, while final funding depends on the town.

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Briefing

Feb 12, 2026

Weymouth High Receives Early College Grant

Weymouth High School was awarded a grant allowing students to earn Quincy College credits while still in high school.

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Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

School policy updates advance for review

The Policy Subcommittee agreed to forward three raffle-related policies and a wellness policy update to the School Committee for first reading, while continuing review of artificial-intelligence rules and discipline.

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Briefing

Feb 4, 2026

School budget options could affect services

The School Committee reviewed FY27 budget scenarios ranging from a 2% to a 5.27% increase; the lower-increase options would require reductions of $1 million to $3 million affecting staffing, class sizes, fees, electives, supports, and security.

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Briefing

Jan 22, 2026

Schools Accept $100,000 Student Gift

The School Committee unanimously accepted a $100,000 William Alison Trust donation for scholarships supporting music and career and technical education students pursuing higher education or skills training. Members also outlined the FY27 budget process, including scenario reviews in February and a public budget hearing scheduled for March 12.

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Briefing

Jan 21, 2026

School Committee Reviews FY27 Budget Proposals

School leaders presented proposed FY27 budgets, with each reviewed budget reflecting a 1% increase. Proposed amounts included $255,534 for Weymouth High School, $172,985 for Athletics, $193,693 for Chapman, and $721,818.79 for Educational Technology.

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Briefing

Jan 14, 2026

Schools Face $3.8 Million Budget Shortfall

Weymouth Public Schools projected a $3.8 million FY27 shortfall under the town’s 1% budget-increase directive, with probable cuts needed to balance the budget. Proposed fee increases, including bus, club, theater, and youth league fees, will be discussed throughout the year and voted on in the spring.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Schools warn budget may require staffing cuts

The superintendent said a proposed 1% FY27 budget increase would not maintain current staffing because receipts are down while insurance and utility costs are rising. Staffing cuts are expected as the budget is developed.

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Briefing

Jan 5, 2026

School Committee Elects New Leaders

The committee unanimously reelected Tracey Nardone as chair and elected Danielle Graziano as vice chair by a 5-1 vote, with Ashley Dickerman opposed. Mary-Ellen Devine was unanimously appointed secretary.

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