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Salem School Committee approves relocations, renaming and interim leadership in unanimous votes
Summary
On March 9, the Salem School Committee unanimously approved relocating New Liberty and Salem Prep to the Carlton building for 2026–27, named the Saltonstall/Carlton building the Sarah Parker Ramon School (third reading), and appointed interim superintendent and deputy superintendent. A small budget transfer and other items also passed.
The Salem School Committee unanimously approved a package of motions on March 9, including the relocation of New Liberty Innovation School and Salem Prep High School to the Carlton School Building for the 2026–27 school year, the naming of the Saltonstall/Carlton building as the Sarah Parker Ramon School, and appointments to interim leadership.
Superintendent Dr. Reich recommended the relocations, saying the Carlton building offers dedicated space, separate entrances and shared facilities that better suit the programs. He also cited an anticipated lease savings of roughly $330,000 if the district exits rented space at the mall.
After a brief question period on budget and long-term plans, the committee voted on both relocation measures; motions were moved by Member Cornell and…
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