School Board Plans Open House and Rescheduled Color Run for Community Engagement

The Henniker School District's School Board meeting on September 4, 2025, commenced with the approval of minutes from previous meetings held on June 4 and June 16, 2025. Both sets of minutes were unanimously approved without any comments or changes.

Following the approval, the board addressed communications, including an email regarding smartwatches. The discussion highlighted the existing law prohibiting communication devices in schools, which includes smartwatches. Board members expressed frustration over the lack of discretion provided by the law, despite a suggestion from the governor to engage with the public on the matter.

The meeting then transitioned to a presentation by Christina, who was scheduled to discuss the Panorama data. However, logistical arrangements for her presentation were briefly addressed before moving on to other agenda items.

The board also discussed upcoming events, including an open house pizza night scheduled for September 18, where school board members will serve pizza. The event aims to foster community engagement, and board members expressed hopes for a strong turnout similar to the previous year.

Additionally, the board mentioned a rescheduled color run event on September 27, which had been postponed due to flooding in the spring. The event is set to begin at 1:00 PM, with setup starting at 11:00 AM. The board emphasized the need for volunteers to ensure the event's success, particularly due to safety concerns.

In summary, the meeting covered procedural approvals, communications regarding school policies, and plans for community events, with a focus on fostering engagement and volunteer participation.