Committee adopts 2026–27 calendar with Sept. 2 start; last day projected June 17
November 04, 2025 | Newton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
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Superintendent Nolan presented a calendar designed to end the school year earlier in June, noting district staff and families have raised concerns about late‑June dismissals that interfere with summer jobs and camps. Members discussed an alternative—preserving the longer pre‑Labor Day long weekend that some requested—but the committee concluded the proposed calendar better balances an earlier finish with the start-of-year transition.
Committee member Rajeev moved approval and Emily seconded; the motion passed 8–0.
Why it matters: A September start with an earlier June finish affects family plans, staff summer employment and childcare arrangements. The administration will distribute the approved calendar to the community.
Next steps: Administration to publish the calendar to families and post district communications; any snow days would shift the projected last day later.
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