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Braintree School Committee votes 6-1 to opt out of statewide school choice for 2025–26

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Citing class-size pressures and uncertain enrollment, the committee voted to decline participation in Massachusetts’ school choice program for the 2025–26 school year.

Braintree — The Braintree School Committee voted 6–1 on Monday to opt out of Massachusetts’ School Choice program for the 2025–26 school year, citing large class sizes and budget uncertainty.

In a public hearing and subsequent motion, committee member Dr. Horak recommended the district not participate in school choice this year. He said participation would allow out-of-district students to enroll where seats are…

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