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Board reviews 2026–27 calendar; motion made to include four early‑release days
Summary
Director of Student Support Services Carrie Lutz presented a draft 2026–27 calendar totaling 187 days; Director Nic Longo moved to include four early‑release days specific to Colchester, but the transcript does not record the vote outcome for that motion.
Director of Student Support Services Carrie Lutz outlined the proposed 2026–27 school calendar, noting it is based on the employee contract specifying 176 student days and that the total calendar includes eight in‑service days, one teacher prep day and two family conference days for a total of 187 days. Lutz said the district remains aligned regionally with many Champlain Valley districts on a 175 common‑school‑day schedule while maintaining four Colchester‑specific early‑release days for professional development; Colchester Parks and Recreation will continue to provide childcare on those early‑release days.
Director Nic Longo moved to approve the inclusion of four early‑release days in the 2026–27 calendar. The motion is recorded in the transcript; the meeting notes do not record a final vote outcome for that motion in the provided excerpt. Board discussion emphasized regional alignment benefits for technical center students and staff who work in multiple districts.
