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Students advance in DECA and school stages Matilda; committee praises arts and extracurriculars

Rockport School Committee · February 12, 2026
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Summary

A staff update highlighted student successes: 14 DECA students advanced to state competition (with later international competition in Atlanta), the middle school staged Matilda, and the district continues strong arts participation. Committee members praised the performances and student work showcased in the budget book.

A brief school update delivered by Charlie highlighted multiple student achievements and upcoming events. Charlie said the DECA District competition left "14 students are moving on to state competition, and they're competing against, 3,500 other students from Massachusetts. And then they'll be going on to the international competition in Atlanta." He also noted that the middle school performed Matilda and the high‑school "Book of Everything" begins Feb. 27.

Committee members praised the use of student artwork and photography throughout the budget book and applauded the Matilda production. The chair described the art and photography as "absolutely amazing" and said the document highlights how creative students are; members also acknowledged girls' basketball and spirit week as signs of active extracurricular engagement.