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Superintendent defends nursing coverage amid staffing adjustments; district highlights mental‑health investments

Oyster River Coop School District School Board · December 18, 2025
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Summary

After public questions about a proposed reduction of one full‑time RN, the superintendent said RNs will be maintained at each school and described a suite of mental‑health positions (psychologists, counselors, behavioral health specialist) the district has added. Officials cited a projected enrollment decline as a factor in right‑sizing staffing.

Concerns about a proposed cut to full‑time nursing staff drew a detailed response from district leadership during the Dec. 17 meeting.

In response to community emails and trustee questions, the superintendent clarified that the district remains committed to maintaining registered nurses at each elementary school, the middle school and the high school. "In no way will we proceed in…

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