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Board hears staffing turnover and approves nonrenewal recommendations after executive session
Summary
The superintendent reported multiple recent resignations and staffing shortages; the board convened an executive session and later reported three votes to concur with superintendent recommendations to nonrenew district employees (two votes 5–0; one vote 4–0, one abstention). The board also unanimously sealed the executive‑session minutes.
The superintendent opened the human resources update by reporting recent staff changes and exit‑interview themes: among recent departures, three employees cited serious personal or family health issues, three said they were leaving education, two were leaving Rhode Island, two were part‑time staff seeking full‑time work, and two resigned while subject to disciplinary matters. HR said it continues to conduct exit interviews and will preserve individual confidentiality.
Board members raised operational staffing concerns during the discussion. A board member asked whether the crossing‑guard position at one school…
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