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Dorchester 2 reports stable enrollment, jump in meal participation after Aramark contract and ongoing staffing vacancies
Summary
Superintendent reported district enrollment nearly matched projections, that a switch to Aramark increased meal participation substantially in early days, and outlined staffing numbers, hires and open positions including special education interim leadership.
Superintendent Mr. Daugherty told the board Sept. 8 that Dorchester School District 2’s projected enrollment for 2025‑26 was 25,771 and that, as of Sept. 9, the district’s actual count was 25,761 — 10 students fewer than projected.
Daugherty reported the district changed its food service provider to Aramark and saw participation rise: the district said August meal counts were up by 20,000 meals and that in the first 13 days of school lunch participation rose by approximately 30,000 meals compared with the prior period. The…
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