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School Committee approves six-year successor contract for Superintendent Lucas Jager
Summary
The committee approved a successor contract extending Lucas Jager’s term as superintendent from July 1, 2025, through July 30, 2031; committee members praised continuity and Jager pledged to continue district initiatives.
The Franklin School Committee approved a successor contract extending Lucas Jager’s service as superintendent from July 1, 2025, through July 30, 2031.
The committee voted by roll call; members who voted yes included Gallagher; Charles; McNeil; O’Sullivan; Sam Polley; Griffith; Callahan. The motion and second were recorded in the public minutes but the transcript does not identify mover and seconder by name.
During the discussion members expressed support for a multi-year contract to provide continuity and leadership stability. Several members noted the district has undergone significant changes in recent years and said a longer contract helps the district plan. Lucas Jager addressed the committee, thanked members for their support and said he is committed to leading the district and continuing work with staff and families.
The committee conducted the contract discussion after holding an executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to prepare strategy for nonunion contract negotiation; the public motion and roll-call vote followed the executive session.
Motion and vote: The motion to approve the successor contract carried on a roll-call vote with all voting yes (Gallagher; Charles; McNeil; O’Sullivan; Sam Polley; Griffith; Callahan).
