Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
Superintendent Dr. Chamberlain presented her proposed performance goals for the 2025–26 school year and described assessment plans and summer learning programs; the committee voted to accept the goals.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
The committee reviewed a revised fundraising and student‑activity accounts policy (first reading), debating approvals, raffle rules, booster clubs and online fundraisers; no final vote was taken and administrators will revise policy language and consult boosters and PTOs.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
Committee discussed a developing sinkhole at Swanson Road that will close the central lot for several weeks, reviewed bids and financing options, and approved school warrant articles to repurpose previously authorized capital funds for air‑quality work at Swanson and drainage work at Auburn High School.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
The committee voted to adjourn into executive session under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct a grievance hearing filed by the Auburn Educational Association and did not plan to return to open session.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
The Auburn School Committee on Aug. 20 approved a superintendent job description and moved the application deadline to Oct. 31, 2025, after members reviewed a community survey that named strong communication, academic excellence and student mental health as top priorities.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
The committee approved revised handbook language recommended by counsel and guidance from MASC after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision; the changes address dress code standards and a process for families seeking curriculum accommodations consistent with Massachusetts regulations.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
A state targeted monitoring review found Auburn’s EL program met some standards but showed partial implementation on multiple criteria; the district plans documentation, data and curriculum changes to remedy findings.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
Superintendent Dr. Beth Chamberlain notified the committee she will retire effective June 30, 2026. The committee accepted her notice and agreed to form a search committee, produce a community survey and hold stakeholder focus groups to guide the replacement process.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
After a multi-hour discussion of student privacy, lockers, bathroom supervision and equity concerns, the Auburn School Committee approved a one-year trial of recommended cell-phone practices for middle and high schools with planned mid-year review.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Auburn Public Schools
After a slideshow report on a recent Paris–Madrid study trip, the Auburn School Committee voted to approve student travel to Quebec City (Jan. 15–18, 2026) and Costa Rica (Apr. 17–25, 2026). Members discussed safety, trip insurance and communications to families.