Superintendent Reports Successful School Opening and Announces New Facilities Director Jason Martin
September 10, 2025 | North Kingstown, School Districts, Rhode Island
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The North Kingstown School Committee convened on September 9, 2025, to discuss several key issues affecting the district as the new school year commenced. The meeting highlighted the successful opening of schools, ongoing transportation challenges, and significant administrative updates.
Superintendent Dr. [Name] reported a smooth start to the school year, noting that schools reopened last Tuesday. However, he acknowledged ongoing transportation issues that the district is actively addressing. Dr. [Name] also celebrated the high school’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) business program, which received a distinguished academy designation from the National Academy Foundation.
A major announcement during the meeting was the appointment of Jason Martin as the new Director of Facilities and School Safety, effective September 15. Martin brings experience from previous roles in Scituate and Coventry, where he managed facilities, transportation, and IT projects.
The committee also reviewed routine items, including the approval of the consent agenda and discussions on various initiatives. Notably, the committee approved social-emotional learning (SEL) training for Quintessential Elementary School staff, which will occur outside of school hours without additional compensation for participants. The training aims to enhance the school community's capacity to support students' emotional well-being.
Another significant topic was the installation of water bottle filling stations. The committee raised questions about discrepancies in the number of units and costs compared to previous estimates. While the current proposal includes 42 stations for $173,000, earlier applications suggested a need for 46 stations at a higher cost. The committee expressed a desire for clarification on these figures and emphasized the importance of ensuring that the district meets its needs without incurring additional costs.
In conclusion, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to addressing logistical challenges while enhancing educational resources. The committee plans to follow up on the water station project to ensure all needs are met as they move forward with the school year.
Superintendent Dr. [Name] reported a smooth start to the school year, noting that schools reopened last Tuesday. However, he acknowledged ongoing transportation issues that the district is actively addressing. Dr. [Name] also celebrated the high school’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) business program, which received a distinguished academy designation from the National Academy Foundation.
A major announcement during the meeting was the appointment of Jason Martin as the new Director of Facilities and School Safety, effective September 15. Martin brings experience from previous roles in Scituate and Coventry, where he managed facilities, transportation, and IT projects.
The committee also reviewed routine items, including the approval of the consent agenda and discussions on various initiatives. Notably, the committee approved social-emotional learning (SEL) training for Quintessential Elementary School staff, which will occur outside of school hours without additional compensation for participants. The training aims to enhance the school community's capacity to support students' emotional well-being.
Another significant topic was the installation of water bottle filling stations. The committee raised questions about discrepancies in the number of units and costs compared to previous estimates. While the current proposal includes 42 stations for $173,000, earlier applications suggested a need for 46 stations at a higher cost. The committee expressed a desire for clarification on these figures and emphasized the importance of ensuring that the district meets its needs without incurring additional costs.
In conclusion, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to addressing logistical challenges while enhancing educational resources. The committee plans to follow up on the water station project to ensure all needs are met as they move forward with the school year.
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