School committee recommends compensations for new assistant superintendents in Springfield

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee Meeting held on May 8, 2025, by Springfield Public Schools focused on several key agenda items, primarily revolving around personnel compensation and budget recommendations.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve expenditures of $13,100 from the Foundation Democratic Knowledge Project Launch Grant, which was seconded and passed following a roll call vote.

Next, the subcommittee discussed the superintendent's compensation recommendation for the newly appointed Assistant Superintendent of Community Engagement, Family Empowerment, and Partnerships. Dr. Dunnell presented the recommendation, emphasizing the importance of the role and the commitment to empowering families and enhancing partnerships within the community. The position is an upgrade from a previous role, and the compensation reflects the increased responsibilities. The motion to approve this recommendation was made and seconded, receiving unanimous support from the members present.

Following this, the committee addressed the compensation recommendation for the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Instruction and Professional Development. Dr. Thano reiterated the necessity of elevating this position to ensure a focus on both student learning and professional development for educators. A motion was made to approve this recommendation, which also passed unanimously.

The final item on the agenda involved a vote to recommend the addition of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Instruction and Professional Development position to the fiscal year 2025 general fund budget. This discussion was prompted by the upcoming transition of Dr. Bolch to a superintendent role in East Hampton, Massachusetts.

Overall, the meeting concluded with all discussed matters passing successfully, reflecting the subcommittee's commitment to enhancing educational leadership and support within the Springfield Public Schools system.