Summary
The School Committee approved a one‑year employment contract for the interim director of special education beginning July 1, 2025, with a base salary of $145,000. The appointment was discussed in executive session and then confirmed by roll call in open session.
Barnstable, Aug. 20, 2025 — The Barnstable School Committee voted to approve a one‑year employment contract for the interim director of special education, beginning July 1, 2025, with a base salary of $145,000.
The appointment was discussed in executive session; the board reconvened in open session to take a public vote. The motion to approve the contract was made and seconded; a roll‑call vote in open session recorded unanimous approval.
Why it matters: The contract establishes leadership continuity for the district’s special education services. Details of the contract were discussed in executive session as permitted by Massachusetts law for personnel matters.
Next steps: Human resources will finalize the contract paperwork and the interim director will assume duties under the approved terms.