The Boston Public Schools (BPS) School Committee convened on July 17, 2024, under the leadership of Chairperson Jerry Robinson, who opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was accessible to the public both in-person and virtually, with documents available in multiple languages and live interpretation services provided for Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cabo Verdeano, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and American Sign Language.

Superintendent Mary Schipper delivered a heartfelt report, beginning with a tribute to Andy Horgan, a long-serving member of the BPS technology team who recently passed away. Horgan, who dedicated 25 years to BPS, was recognized for his significant contributions to the district's technological advancements, particularly during the pandemic when he ensured students and families had the necessary resources for remote learning. Schipper called for a moment of silence in his honor.

The meeting also marked the farewell of Mark Racine, the BPS Technology Director and Chief Information Officer, who has been instrumental in managing the district's technology for the past decade. Schipper praised Racine for his leadership and commitment to student privacy and safety, especially during the transition to remote learning. His departure was met with gratitude from the committee, acknowledging his impact on the district and wishing him well in his future endeavors.

The meeting concluded with the approval of minutes from the previous session, setting a collaborative tone for the discussions ahead.