A significant donation to Freetown Elementary School (FES) was approved during the Freetown-Lakeville Regional School Committee meeting on September 24, 2025. Profile Tavern hosted a fundraising event, raising $521.83 to support kindergarten teachers with essential school supplies. The committee unanimously accepted this donation, which will be processed through the district's central office to ensure the funds are used for the specific items requested by the teachers.

In addition to this donation, the committee discussed an upcoming fundraising initiative with Macy's in Dartmouth. From October 16 to October 31, customers will have the option to round up their purchases, with the extra funds going directly to FES's student activities account. While the exact amount expected from this initiative remains uncertain, it aims to bolster student engagement and activities.

The meeting also included updates on a potential tuition agreement with Acushnet Public Schools. The committee clarified that if an agreement is reached, Acushnet would pay tuition for its students attending Freetown-Lakeville schools, ensuring no additional financial burden on local taxpayers. This agreement is still in discussion, with no immediate impact expected on the upcoming budget cycle.

Furthermore, the district received recognition for its academic performance, surpassing pre-pandemic MCAS results in at least one subject across grades 3 through 8. This achievement will be celebrated at a press release event on September 29, with representatives from the district attending to receive accolades.

The meeting concluded with discussions about various projects, including an Eagle Scout initiative to enhance the school campus and updates on special education enrollment, which has seen an increase due to recent student moves into the district. The committee remains focused on fostering community engagement and improving educational resources for students.