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Committee approves two program‑assistant hires for preschool via circuit‑breaker funding
Summary
The school committee approved two 1:1 program assistant positions for the preschool program funded through special education circuit‑breaker dollars and Edgenuity alternatives were mentioned in a separate discussion on curriculum alternatives.
METHUEN, Mass. — The Methuen School Committee voted Oct. 14 to approve two 1:1 program assistant positions for the district preschool, funded through the circuit‑breaker special education funding mechanism.
The hiring request was characterized at the meeting as time‑sensitive because the district needs to provide supports for newly enrolled preschool students. The committee approved the request by voice vote after a brief explanation that funding would come from circuit‑breaker reimbursements rather than the operating budget.
Quote: “It needs to be done, and I think it's circuit breaker funded, so I have no problem with it,” Member Dennis Willette said during the meeting.
Outcome: Motion approved. Administration will proceed with contractual hiring to staff the positions.
